Beat India and then offer handshake, Younis tells Pak

DUBAI: Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan believes nothing can ignite the Asia Cup like a Pakistan–India final, a clash the tournament has never witnessed in its 16 editions. With Pakistan’s Super Four win over Sri Lanka and India’s victory against Bangladesh, the prospect has moved closer to reality. For that to happen, Pakistan must overcome … Read more

Private sectors boost Pak-Saudi ties

[ LAHORE: Private sectors of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to join hands to explore trade and investment opportunities in various economic sectors, particularly in the textile industry. This understanding was reached during a meeting between Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Mian Abuzar Shad and a Saudi business delegation, led by … Read more

President’s orders face FBR challenge

[ ISLAMABAD: The President of Pakistan’s Office said on Wednesday that the head of state’s orders cannot be challenged in any court. The statement came after the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) obtained a stay order from a provincial court against the President’s decision in a tax matter concerning MH Traders. The unique case shows … Read more

Milan balances memory and reinvention at Fashion Week

a mannequin wears archival giorgio armani designs displayed among italian art masterpieces at the pinacoteca di brera in the exhibition giorgio armani milano per amore which marks the 50th anniversary of the fashion house during milan fashion week in milan italy photo reuters

MILAN: Milan Fashion Week opened on Tuesday with a poignant mix of remembrance and reinvention, as the city paid tribute to Giorgio Armani, while Gucci staged a star-studded cinematic event for its new creative director, Demna. At the Brera art museum, a retrospective celebrating half a century of Armani’s work unveiled more than 100 garments … Read more

Shae Gill’s ‘Insecurity’ is finally out

LAHORE: Singer Shae Gill has officially released her new track ‘Insecurity’, announcing the news through an emotional Instagram post. “Insecurity is finally out now!! This song has been long overdue and I’m so excited to be finally sharing this with you!” she wrote, thanking fans for their patience and expressing her gratitude. “I love you … Read more

Rupee’s long winning streak ends

[ KARACHI: The Pakistani rupee’s winning streak of 33 days against the US dollar paused on Wednesday, as the currency recorded a slight dip in the inter-bank market. By the day’s close, the rupee stood at 281.43 against the greenback, slipping by one paisa. A day earlier, the local unit had settled at 281.42, marking … Read more

Iran’s president hails Pak-KSA defence pact

NEW YORK: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday welcomed the defence pact between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, in his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, and stressed that his country never sought to build a nuclear bomb and would not do so in the future. Pezeshkian slammed Israel and the United States in the … Read more

Govt eyes $30b pharma exports in five years

[ ISLAMABAD: Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Syed Mustafa Kamal, on Wednesday pledged full government support to the pharmaceutical industry while setting an ambitious target of $30 billion in exports over the next five years. Speaking at the 8th Pakistan Pharma Summit and the 4th Pharma Export Summit & Awards (PESA 2025), … Read more