Pakistan showcases fiscal turnaround, reform agenda at Saudi-hosted forum
KARACHI : Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday highlighted Pakistan’s recent fiscal progress, ongoing reforms and strategy to build buffers while sustaining growth at the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, underscoring the importance of institutional strengthening in navigating economic and climate-related shocks. The second edition of the annual AlUla conference was launched by the […]
Oil drifts lower as traders weigh supply risks amid US–Iran tensions
– Oil prices eased slightly on Tuesday as traders gauged the potential for supply disruptions after U.S. guidance for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz kept attention squarely on tensions between Washington and Tehran. Brent crude oil futures were down 25 cents, or 0.4%, at $68.79 a barrel by 0102 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate […]
Dollar soft ahead of US data, yen holds onto its gains after election
SINGAPORE :- The U.S. dollar nursed steep losses on Tuesday ahead of a slate of economic data that will shape the interest rate path, while the yen held on to its gains in the wake of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s resounding election victory. Sterling was steady in early Asian hours after a volatile Monday as […]
Transparency International releases Corruption Perceptions Index 2025
ISLAMABAD : Transparency International has released its Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025, showing an improvement for Pakistan compared to the previous year. Pakistan’s overall score rose by one point to 28, earning the country the 136th position globally. The report highlights that the trend of improving scores has continued over the past four years due […]
AI-generated pics, video leave Ayesha Khan livid, upset
Ayesha Khan has spoken about the darker side of artificial intelligence, revealing that morphed images and videos of her are circulating online. The actress said the misuse of AI is alarming and deeply disturbing. She warned that manipulated content is becoming increasingly normalised across social media platforms. On the issue, Ayesha said the impact of […]
Danish Taimoor, Ayeza Khan perform Umrah, pictures from holy sites go viral
Popular Pakistani showbiz couple Danish Taimoor and Ayeza Khan performed Umrah, with their pictures from the holy sites going viral on social media. After a long period of hectic professional commitments, the star couple took time out for a spiritual journey, during which they performed Umrah and also visited Madinah. Danish Taimoor and Ayeza Khan […]
T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe thrash Oman by 8 wickets
COLOMBO : In the 8th group match of the T20 World Cup, Zimbabwe defeated Oman by 8 wickets. Oman set a target of 104 runs, but Zimbabwe chased it down in 13.3 overs, losing just 2 wickets. Opener Brian Brent scored 48, while Brandon Taylor made 31 before retiring hurt. Marumani contributed 21, and captain […]
Jam Kamal, Cham Nimul Hold Pre-JTC Bilateral Meeting to Deepen Pakistan–Cambodia Economic Cooperation
Islamabad, Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a pre-Pakistan–Cambodia Joint Trade Committee (JTC) bilateral meeting today with H.E. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce of Cambodia, ahead of the 2nd JTC session scheduled in Islamabad on February 10–11, 2026. Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, was also present. Welcoming […]
Federal Minister Dr. Musadik Masood Malik Highlights Climate Crisis at 4th Pakistan Climate Conference
Karachi: Federal Minister for Climate Change Dr. Musadik Masood Malik addressed the 4th Pakistan Climate Conference 2026 in Karachi, warning that climate change has become a form of “natural terrorism” for Pakistan. He stated that while Pakistan achieves a 3–4 percent growth rate, recurring floods erase 7–10 percent of GDP at regular intervals. Beyond economic […]
Iran steps up arrests while remaining positive on US talks
PARIS: Iran stepped up its crackdown on Monday after recent protests, making more arrests while holding the door open to Washington for further nuclear negotiations. The arrests — including that of Javad Emam, the spokesperson for the main reformist coalition — came after Iranian and US officials held talks in Oman that both sides painted […]