Millions Perform Devil-Stoning Ritual as Hajj Concludes in Saudi Arabia
Over 1.6 million Muslims performed the symbolic “stoning of the devil” in Mina on Friday, marking one of the final rites of the Hajj pilgrimage as Eid al-Adha celebrations commenced across the Muslim world. The ritual, which involves throwing seven pebbles at each
Govt Mulls 10% Salary, Pension Hike; Final Decision Expected on June 10
The federal government is actively considering a salary and pension increase for employees as part of the Budget 2025-26, sources from the finance ministry revealed. One proposal includes a 10% hike in both salaries and pensions to offset inflation, along with a 30%
Oil Prices Rebound as OPEC+ Sticks to Modest Output Hike for July
May 31, 2025 — Global oil prices rebounded sharply on Monday after OPEC+ announced it would stick to its current output increase of 411,000 barrels per day (bpd) for July, matching hikes seen in May and June. The decision alleviated fears of a
President Zardari urges cricketers to leave politics to politicians
President seeks to strengthen bilateral ties with Bangladesh President Asif Ali Zardari asked Pakistan men’s cricket team players to stay away from team politics and focus on their career in sports as politics is not their domain. On a lighter note, the president
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to finalise framework for UAP railway project
Afghan interim FM Muttaqi also welcomes Pakistan’s decision to upgrade its diplomatic relations to ambassador level ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to work closely for the early finalisation of the framework agreement for the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (UAP) Railway Line Project. The agreement was
Pakistan sounds alarm over rising Asia-Pacific conflict risks amid India tensions
CJCSC chairman emphasises that “inclusion is not optional” Pakistan’s top military man General Sahir Shamshad Mirza has stressed the need to move towards conflict resolution instead of management, warning that its absence could result in a destructive escalation. KARACHI: Chairman of the Joint
Call for proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives CFLI Pakistan-2025
The High Commission of Canada in Pakistan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). Program description The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with
Pakistan will appoint ambassador to Afghanistan, upgrade diplomatic ties
Islamabad will upgrade its Chargé d’Affaires in Kabul to level of ambassador, says DPM Dar ISLAMABAD: Pakistan-Afghanistan relations have seen a major breakthrough as Pakistan announced on Friday the decision to appoint a full ambassador to Kabul. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed
Azerbaijan announces $2b investment in Pakistan
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has announced a $2 billion investment in Pakistan during a trilateral summit held in Lachin with Pakistan and Turkiye.Addressing the meeting, President Aliyev highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties among the three nations, stating that they are moving
Pakistan Reiterates Call for Talks: “PM Shehbaz says Pakistan willing to discuss Kashmir, terrorism with India if approached sincerely”
LACHIN: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly rejected India’s threat to cut off Pakistan’s water supply, calling it unacceptable and declaring that water is Pakistan’s lifeline. India can’t stop Pakistan’s water, says PM Shehbaz at Lachin trilateral summit “India will never be able
