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Three civilians under investigation after four drone incursions; stricter penalties planned South Korea’s Unification Minister, Chung Dong-young, said on Wednesday that three civilians had sent drones into North Korea on four occasions since President Lee Jae Myung assumed office last year, damaging inter-Korean relations. The drones were flown between September 2025 and January 2026, Chung … Read more
[ Iran has 15 gold mines, with the largest being the Zarshouran mine located in the country’s northwest. PHOTO: PIXABAY KARACHI: Gold and silver prices increased in both international and local markets on Wednesday after a two-day pause. In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $13 per ounce to $4,933. In the … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets IAEA DG Rafael Mariano Grossi at the Vienna International Centre. Photo: INP VIENNA: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday called for a renewed global commitment to “inclusive and sustainable development”, warning that a convergence of geopolitical hostility, climate stress and technological disruption is pushing the world towards deeper instability. Addressing … Read more
Karachi is expected to experience mild and pleasant weather on Wednesday, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said. After rainfall on Tuesday, the city enjoyed favourable conditions that provided a comfortable environment for residents. According to the weather department, temperatures are likely to remain moderate during the day, with a slight increase anticipated from today. The … Read more
[ The government has agreed to the need for a mini-budget if revenues fall short of expectations by end-December 2025, according to the IMF. Photo: file ISLAMABAD: The implementation of the Governance and Corruption Diagnostic report and the National Fiscal Pact will top the agenda of the upcoming International Monetary Fund (IMF) review talks for … Read more
Says authorities did not meet the burden of proof, resists broader crackdown on non-citizen student protesters Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi poses for a portrait on the Columbia University campus in New York City, New York, U.S., May 18, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS A US immigration judge has rejected efforts by President Donald Trump’s administration to … Read more
[ ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance on Tuesday welcomed the announcement of the IFN Deals of the Year Awards 2025, under which Pakistan’s $1 billion syndicated financing has received two major international honours, highlighting renewed access to Shariah-compliant funding amid challenging global conditions. According to an official statement, Pakistan was awarded the IFN Pakistan Deal … Read more
Life and business are back along a road once defined by war damage. But even with improved security, Afghans are desperate for jobs and development.
Gives Paramount one week to beat rival Netflix, schedules special shareholders meeting on matter NEW YORK: Warner Bros. Discovery said Tuesday it has reopened talks with Paramount Skydance on its buyout offer, giving the company a week to beat a rival Netflix bid. These discussions, scheduled to end February 23, are designed to give Paramount … Read more
Sunil Malhotra, father of Sidharth Malhotra. PHOTO: INSTAGRAM Sunil Malhotra, father of Bollywood actor Sidharth Malhotra, has passed away, the Indian media reported. The actor confirmed the news of his father’s death through a post on social media. According to reports, Sunil Malhotra died on February 14 in New Delhi. Sidharth Malhotra is currently in … Read more