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[ The minister urged citizens to always demand a proper receipt while making payments and to discourage businesses that refuse to issue e-bills or accept digital payments. photo:file KARACHI: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad has welcomed the launch of the HBL, UnionPay International and PayPak co-badged debit card, describing the partnership as … Read more
FO says Dar will engage with leaders to advance international AI cooperation, promote equitable AI governance Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar departs for Shanghai on a two-day visit to attend the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference. PHOTO: FO Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Thursday departed for Shanghai on … Read more
[ ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has demanded immediate permission to export 600,000 metric tonnes of surplus sugar, according to a letter sent to the Federal Minister for National Food Security. The association has requested that permission for exporting the remaining 550,000 tonnes be granted at the start of the new crushing season, … Read more
US completes ‘wave of strikes’ on Iran as Tehran retaliates with attacks on military bases in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait Spokesperson for the Islamic Republic of Iran Army Brigadier General Mohammad Akaminia. PHOTO: IRNA on X Spokesperson for the Iranian army Brigadier General Mohammad Akaminia stressed over Iran’s strategy in controlling the Strait of Hormuz, and … Read more
[ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi called on Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb to discuss economic cooperation and investment promotion, according to a statement on Wednesday. Hashmi informed the minister that Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) valued at over $20 billion had been signed between Pakistani and Chinese entities, with many progressing into formal agreements. … Read more
Other booksellers have been detained in recent months as part of a broad national security crackdown.
Lionel Messi sinks to his knees after Argentina reached their second consecutive World Cup final. Photo: AFP ATLANTA: Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with European champions Spain. England had been … Read more
Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late goals to snatch a 2-1 win over England FIFA World Cup 2026 – Semi Final – England v Argentina – Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia, US – July 15, 2026 Argentina’s Lionel Messi and teammates celebrate after the match. PHOTO: REUTERS Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck … Read more
[ Exports decline 6.8% to $30.1b as imports surge 17.6%, exposing structural weakness KARACHI: Over the past decade, exports grew by a mere 37.4%, up from $21.9 billion in FY2016 to $30.1 billion in FY2026. In the same period, imports surged 69.1% to reach $69.5 billion, causing the trade gap to balloon by 105.2% – … Read more
With India lagging in the technology, officials are embracing giant data centers. But critics say the megaprojects will use up energy and water, without providing long-term jobs.