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China reiterates opposition to US arms sales to Taiwan ahead of Trump visit

Beijing’s remarks come after US president said he would discuss arms sales to Taiwan with his Chinese counterpart Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian attends a press conference in Beijing, China, on April 10, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS China on Tuesday reiterated its opposition to US arms sales to Taiwan ahead of US President Donald Trump’s … Read more

KSE-100 drops 665 points after early surge

Trading volume stands at 284,031,410 shares with a total traded value of Rs12,022,767,811 Overall market participation was strong, as 1,066 million shares were traded with a total value of Rs. 49 billion. KEL led the volume chart, with 195.8 million shares..Photo: Express KARACHI: In a volatile trading session on Tuesday, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) … Read more

Tottenham relegation fears deepen

Tottenham Hotspur’s Mathys Tel fouls Leeds United’s Ethan Ampadu before conceding a penalty after a VAR review. Photo: REUTERS/FILE LONDON: Tottenham Hotspur wasted a golden chance to ease their Premier League relegation fears as Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s penalty earned Leeds United a 1-1 draw in North London on Monday. A first home win in the league … Read more

Scheffler-McIlroy rivalry sparks admiration

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, who together have won four of the past five major titles, have impressed each other with their mental focus and golfing skills. As world number one Scheffler and second-ranked McIlroy prepared to face a world-class field at Aronimink in the 108th PGA Championship starting Thursday, they examined each other's most … Read more

Petroleum levy crosses Rs1.2tr in nine months

ISLAMABAD: The government collected more than Rs1.2 trillion from consumers in petroleum levy during the first nine months of the current fiscal year, while over Rs35 billion was recovered under the Climate Support Levy (CSL), according to official documents. The documents further revealed that electricity consumers across the country paid more than Rs1.9 trillion in … Read more

Govt extends austerity drive for a month

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr. PHOTO: PID ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday extended the nationwide austerity drive and fuel conservation measures until June 13 as the government continues to manage economic pressure caused by the Middle East conflict and rising global oil prices. According to a … Read more

SC moved for Imran’s transfer to hospital

ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan’s sister, Uzma Khan, has approached the Supreme Court seeking his transfer to Shifa International Hospital for what the petition describes as proper treatment and continuous monitoring of his eye condition and related medical complications. The petition, filed against the Islamabad High Court’s March 12 order directing the Islamabad administration … Read more

Islamabad suicide attack plot foiled: Bugti

QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti on Monday said intelligence agencies had foiled a planned terrorist attack in Islamabad allegedly involving an underage girl who had been coerced and exploited by militants for a suicide bombing mission. Addressing a news conference alongside the girl, Bugti said the suspect would not face trial and would instead … Read more

Pak coaches introduced to modern badminton training methods

Officials and players pose for a group photo during an event organized by Razi Sports Academy in Islamabad. ISLAMABAD: A coaching seminar organized by Razi Sports Academy concluded at Shalimar Club, where badminton coaches and physical education teachers from across the country received modern training aimed at improving coaching standards in Pakistan. Around 40 male … Read more