A view of gulfstream jet G500. PHOTO :GLOBAL JET AERO WEBSITE The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government on Thursday raised questions over the alleged purchase of a 19-seat luxury jet, which the Punjab government plans to include in its newly proposed airline. The Punjab government’s apparent acquisition of a high-end Gulfstream business jet has drawn scrutiny after an … Read more

DNA experts say extreme heat hampered identification; chemical materials intensified blaze Rescue and emergency team members gather near heavy machinery before starting their search for survivors, following a massive fire that broke out in the Gul Plaza Shopping Mall in Karachi on January 22. Photo: Reuters KARACHI: Scientists who conducted DNA examinations of victims of … Read more

Details of the Rafale deal, including plans for co-production, are yet to be made public So far, India has purchased 36 Rafales for its air force and ordered another 26 marine versions of the jet for the navy. PHOTO: https://defencesecurityasia.com/ France and India are entering a new era of defence cooperation with plans to jointly … Read more

Pakistan-owned Roosevelt Hotel shut since 2020, key to IMF-backed asset plan worth over $1b A view of The Roosevelt Hotel in midtown Manhattan in New York City, US, February 24, 2025.PHOTO: REUTERS Pakistan has signed a deal with the US government to jointly redevelop New York’s Roosevelt Hotel, according to documents seen by Reuters and … Read more

Federal closure of Utility Stores Corp will hurt lower middle class access to essentials nationwide Ramazan Nigehban Package. Photo: APP LAHORE: After the closure of the Utility Stores Corporation, low-income families in Punjab are struggling to access subsidized essentials ahead of Ramazan, while many still await inclusion in government relief lists amid rising concern over … Read more

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza scored a match-winning 45 off just 26 balls to help his side top the Group B. Photo: ICC A confident run chase led by Brian Bennett and captain Sikandar Raza helped Zimbabwe secure a six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, moving them to the top of Group B at the ICC Men’s … Read more

Former prince faces ‌allegations of sending confidential government documents ⁠to Jeffrey ​Epstein King Charles’ younger brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was on Thursday arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ‌allegations he sent confidential government documents ⁠to Jeffrey ​Epstein, the BBC reported. Thames Valley Police said earlier ​this month officers were considering ‌allegations that Mountbatten-Windsor … Read more

A formal investigation has been initiated at the federal level to determine accountability Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif orders action and possible management changes after national hockey team’s disappointing performances in international events. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered a formal inquiry and signaled possible management changes after the national team’s poor performance … Read more

Jinnah airport. Photo: PPI (file) Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport is ready to accommodate the Airbus A380 following the completion of upgrades to its main runway. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will operate the first flight on the upgraded runway on Thursday. Runway 25R was upgraded within an 18-month deadline, and its classification was also improved after … Read more

At current prices, the looted gold is worth around $70 million. PHOTO: PIXABAY Gold and silver prices continued their upward trend on Thursday, widening the gap between precious metals and consumer affordability. The international bullion market saw gold rise by $79 per ounce to $5,012, prompting a surge in local rates. In Pakistan, the price … Read more