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ISLAMABAD: Egypt’s Ambassador to Pakistan has reaffirmed the strong friendship between Egypt and Pakistan, saying the two countries continue to strengthen their partnership based on mutual respect, shared values, and close people-to-people ties. Speaking at the National Day reception held at Serena Hotel in Islamabad, the ambassador welcomed Chief Guest Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, members of the diplomatic community, government officials, and other distinguished guests. He thanked the Government of Pakistan and all attendees for joining the celebrations. The ambassador said Egypt’s National Day commemorates the 1952 Revolution, a landmark event that paved the way for the…
Gaza health officials say at least eight people were killed and more than 20 wounded in a strike near a crowded market, as renewed attacks deepen the humanitarian crisis and fuel concerns over civilian safety. Israeli airstrikes in central Gaza have reportedly killed at least eight people near a crowded market and injured more than 20 others, according to Gaza health officials. The strike is among several deadly incidents reported across the territory, with additional casualties also reported in separate attacks. The Israeli military says it is targeting militant groups, while Palestinian health authorities continue to report significant civilian losses.…
Flash floods triggered by days of heavy rainfall have devastated Lai Chau Province in northern Vietnam, leaving at least four people dead, four missing and seven others injured. Torrents of water and debris swept through villages, destroying homes, damaging roads and isolating several communities. Authorities have declared an emergency in the affected areas, while rescue teams, police and military personnel continue searching for those missing and assisting displaced residents. Power outages and infrastructure damage have disrupted daily life, with hundreds forced to evacuate. Weather officials warn that continued heavy rain could trigger further flash floods and landslides across northern Vietnam…
Europe has endured another week of extraordinary weather, where blistering heat gave way to violent storms, destructive tornadoes, and fast-moving wildfires, exposing the growing volatility of the continent’s climate. Across France, powerful supercell storms unleashed damaging winds and a reported tornado strong enough to overturn heavy vehicles, ripping through communities, destroying infrastructure, and leaving thousands without electricity. Emergency services worked relentlessly as rescue crews cleared roads, restored power, and responded to widespread storm damage. In neighbouring Germany, severe thunderstorms brought torrential rain, lightning, and destructive winds. Fallen trees, flash flooding, and transport disruption claimed lives and prompted a large-scale emergency…
ISLAMABAD: The Petroleum Division has issued a notification to maintain petroleum levy on petrol, diesel and kerosene. According to the notification, the levy on petrol remains at Rs 80 and on diesel at Rs 70.82 per liter. In addition, the levy on kerosene at Rs 20.36 has also been maintained. It should be noted that the government has announced an increase in the prices of petroleum products for 3 days. According to the notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of diesel has been increased by Rs 31.5 per liter, after which the new price of diesel has become…
ISLAMABAD: The weather is expected to remain hot and humid in most parts of the country during the next 24 hours, although there is a possibility of rain at a few places in Kashmir and adjacent hilly areas. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather remained hot and humid in most parts of the country during the last 24 hours. The maximum temperature recorded on Friday was 47 degrees Celsius in Nokundi, 46 degrees Celsius in Sibi, Dalbandin and 45 degrees Celsius in Dadu. In view of the current situation, humid winds from the Arabian Sea are entering the eastern…
ISLAMABAD: Currency Rates in Pakistan: Pakistani rupee remained largely stable against major foreign currencies, with US Dollar trading at Rs278.95 for buying and Rs279.15 for selling over weekend. Euro was available at Rs321.04 (buying) and Rs324.40 (selling), while the UK pound sterling continued to lead among widely traded currencies at Rs376.31 for buying and Rs379.15 for selling. UAE dirham stood at Rs76.30 for buying and Rs77.00 for selling. Saudi riyal was quoted at Rs74.65 and Rs75.30, while Qatari riyal traded at Rs75.45 for buying and Rs76.47 for selling. The Omani riyal and Bahrain dinar were valued at Rs725.81/Rs735.65 and Rs741.05/Rs751.95,…
Islamabad — The U.S. government has awarded Fulbright scholarships to 85 students and researchers from Pakistan to pursue master’s and Ph.D. degrees at universities in the United States. The Fulbright Program, administered in Pakistan by the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP), is the flagship academic exchange program of the U.S. government. Jointly funded by the governments of the United States and Pakistan, the Fulbright Program equips Pakistani students with the academic and professional skills needed to address challenges at home and in the broader region. Through these highly competitive scholarships, Fulbright students gain access to world-class faculty and…
KARACHI: The Meteorological Department has said that the maximum temperature in Karachi is likely to reach 35 degrees Celsius, while the weather in the city will remain partly cloudy and humid, with drizzle in some areas. According to the Meteorological Department, the temperature in Karachi today was recorded at 28.4 degrees Celsius, while the humidity in the air was 75 percent, and the wind in the city was blowing at a speed of 15 kilometers per hour. On the other hand, according to the Meteorological Department, the weather is likely to remain dry and extremely hot in most areas of…
KARACHI: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan. Pakistani rupee remained largely stable against major foreign currencies in the open market, with US Dollar, Euro, British pound, and Gulf currencies trading within a narrow range. US Dollar was available at Rs279.05 for buying and Rs279.20 for selling. Euro traded at Rs321.04 (buying) and Rs324.40 (selling), while the British pound sterling stood at Rs373.46 and Rs376.15, respectively. UAE dirham was quoted at Rs76.25 for buying and Rs76.95 for selling. The Saudi riyal traded at Rs74.60 and Rs75.25, while the Qatari riyal was exchanged at Rs75.45 for buying and Rs76.47 for selling. The Omani riyal…