Markets allowed to stay open till 10pm until June 1 as Punjab relaxes timings to boost trade activity Women shop for artificial jewellery in bazaar at Lahore. Photo: file The Punjab government on Friday relaxed operating hour restrictions for markets until June 1, allowing businesses to remain open until 10pm in a move aimed at boosting … Read more

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar briefs members of the diplomatic corps at the Foreign Office in Islamabad on the first anniversary of “Marka-e-Haq” on Tuesday. Photo: X/ FO Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Friday that Pakistan had successfully repatriated 11 Pakistani nationals alongside 20 Iranian nationals who … Read more

LONDON: Hearts are on the brink of breaking Scottish football’s glass ceiling but must emerge undefeated away to Celtic on Saturday to end a 66-year wait to win the title. A dramatic season is set for a thrilling finale after a controversial 99th-minute penalty handed Celtic victory at Motherwell on Wednesday. The defending champions are … Read more

Pakistan white-ball players will be part of the one-week-long camp. Photo: AFP KARACHI: Players will be put through rigorous physical tests in hot weather as the PCB has decided to organize a long training camp to improve fitness and technique. A one-week white-ball camp starting this Saturday is part of this broader plan. Officials are … Read more

Gold prices recorded a sharp decline in global and domestic markets on Friday. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce fell by $155, bringing it to $4,545 per ounce. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association, local markets also saw a significant drop on the last business day of … Read more

Indian actor Tabu recently discussed age-based discrimination faced by women in the film industry, highlighting how societal expectations often place undue pressure on actresses to appear youthful. The actress told Harper’s Bazaar India that people tend to be more concerned about a woman’s age than she is herself. “People are more worried about your age than you … Read more

FM says Iran welcomes any constructive Chinese role in easing regional tensions and advancing diplomacy Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attends a press conference at the Iranian embassy in New Delhi, India on May 15, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Pakistan’s mediation efforts regarding regional tensions had “not failed” but were … Read more

Adnan Zafar, known as Ken Doll, was the only Pakistani creator invited to the Huda Beauty brand trip in London, joining international influencers in Huda Kattan’s exclusive creator circle. The content creator took to Instagram to share videos and pictures from the event, including a “get ready with me” featuring a full face of Huda … Read more

He appreciates IBI Group’s decision to establish its ‘Pakistan digital economy headquarters’ in Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met a high-level 11-member Chinese business delegation led by Qian Xiaojun, founder, president and controlling shareholder of IBI Beijing United Technology, at the prime minister’s house. According to the statement by the prime minister’s office … Read more

‘foolproof security’ ensured for US companies working on the Reko Diq mining project, says Naqvi Meeting in Islamabad between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Paul Kapur. SCREENGRAB Pakistan and the United States on Friday discussed expanding cooperation in security, counter-terrorism and anti-narcotics efforts … Read more