Khamenei laid to rest in Mashhad amid anti-US protests
TEHRAN: Iran on Thursday buried its late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at the Imam Reza shrine in the northeastern city of Mashhad, concluding a week of mass funeral processions and state rallies. Khamenei was killed on February 28 during a US airstrike on the opening day of the conflict, part of a joint US-Israeli barrage […]
Mufti Taqi Usmani’s fatwa rules cryptocurrency purchases impermissible
Islamabad :A fatwa issued by Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani, president of Wifaq-ul-Madaris Al-Arabia Pakistan and Darul Uloom Karachi, stated that buying goods with cryptocurrency is not permissible under Islamic law (Shariah), The News reported. According to the fatwa, based on the findings and opinions of experts consulted so far, cryptocurrency does not qualify as maal […]
PSX rebounds as oil retreats from mid-week highs
ISLAMABAD : Stocks rose on Friday as investors took heart from easing oil prices, no confirmed fresh US strikes in Iran and stronger domestic external-account indicators. The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 Index touched an intraday high of 183,477.57, up 2,217.90 points, or 1.22%, from the previous close of 181,259.67. Its intraday low stood […]
Over 54 terrorists killed, 42 security personnel martyred in Balochistan operations: ISPR chief
ISLAMABAD: ISLAMABAD: More than 54 terrorists were killed while 42 security personnel embraced martyrdom during a series of intelligence-based operations (IBOs) and counterterrorism engagements in Balochistan over the past four days. Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that security forces had conducted multiple operations […]
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 3,811 as govt seeks frozen funds
CARACAS: The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has risen to 3,811, according to figures released by National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez on Wednesday. The latest tally puts the number of injured in the June 24 quakes at 16,740, and the number of homeless at 17,907. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez renewed calls for international sanctions […]
UN chief praises Pakistan’s contributions to peace in meeting with Naqvi
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, during which both sides exchanged views on the regional situation and broader international affairs. The discussion focused on Pakistan’s mediation efforts that led to the signing of an agreement between the United States and Iran and its longstanding role in promoting […]
US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
The US military said on Wednesday it launched fresh strikes on Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open to shipping, triggering Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain in the latest escalation to derail efforts to end the war. The latest round of attacks, which the US said was carried out in response to Tuesday’s […]
Pakistan, Bulgaria reaffirm commitment to stronger bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Bulgaria on Tuesday held the sixth round of bilateral political consultations in Islamabad, reviewing the full spectrum of bilateral relations and reaffirming their commitment to expanding cooperation across multiple sectors, the Foreign Office said. According to Foreign Office spokesperson, the Pakistani delegation was led by Additional Secretary (Europe) Ambassador Ayesha Ali, while […]
Cabinet approves four-year Hajj policy for 2027-2030
ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet on Tuesday approved Pakistan’s first four-year Hajj Policy and Plan for 2027-2030, aimed at improving pilgrimage management through digitalisation, enhanced services and long-term planning for intending pilgrims. The approval came during a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who also briefed ministers on his recent visits to Iran and […]
NDMA issues landslide alert for Juglot-Skardu Road
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Wednesday issued a landslide alert for the Juglot-Skardu Road (JSR) and the Skardu-Roundu section, warning tourists and commuters to avoid unnecessary travel due to high risks over the next 48 hours. The NDMA’s National Emergency Operation Centre (NEOC) said that ongoing rainfall and soil erosion in the […]