PM bans premium fuel for govt vehicles

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses the special of the federal cabinet in Islamabad, Pakistan, on March 4, 2025. Photo: PID/ File ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has banned the use of high-octane fuel in all government vehicles, with the decision taking effect immediately, the Prime Minister’s Office announced on Monday. The ban comes with the … Read more

China warns of ‘vicious cycle’

BEIJING: China has urged all parties involved in the Middle East conflict, particularly the United States and Israel, to cease military operations, warning of a “vicious cycle” in a war that analysts say if prolonged, could undermine global growth and weaken demand for Chinese exports. “The one who tied the bell must be the one … Read more

Festive surge lights up Nathia Gali

NATHIAGALI: The crisp mountain air of northern Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa carried more than just the scent of spring blossoms this Eid – it echoed with laughter, music, and the joyful hum of families seeking refuge in nature. On the second day of Eidul Fitr, thousands of tourists from across the province and beyond flocked to the scenic … Read more