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Bergenstock: Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif met with US Vice President JD Vance. PM Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir are in Switzerland for US-Iran talks, where they met US Vice President JD Vance. US Vice President JD Vance was accompanied by Jared Kushner and Steve Wittkoff in the delegation, who met the Prime Minister of Pakistan. Before the meeting, US Vice President JD Vance also acknowledged the efforts made by Pakistan for an agreement between Iran and the US. In response to a question in this regard, JD Vance described Pakistan’s role as excellent and said enthusiastically,…
SWAT: KP Weather Update: A new series of rains has started in Swat, due to which the weather in the valley has become pleasant. According to the details, rains are continuing in the plains of Swat, including Mingora city, which has further enhanced the mountain views. Due to the rains, the temperature has decreased and the weather has become very pleasant, due to which tourists have turned to Kalam Valley and Malam Jabba in large numbers. The administration has issued an alert in view of possible flooding in the rivers and canals, while it has been reported that this series…
By Zubair Qureshi ISLAMABAD: The US Embassy in Islamabad hosted a vibrant Freedom 250 Arts Entrepreneurship Showcase, on Friday bringing together artists, designers, entrepreneurs and cultural leaders to highlight the role of creative industries in driving economic growth, fostering innovation and strengthening people-to-people ties between Pakistan and the United States. Held at the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP), the event was part of the United States’ Freedom 250 initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker and renowned Pakistani fashion designer Hassan Sheheryar Yasin (HSY) headlined the showcase, while celebrated broadcaster and filmmaker…
KARACHI: Good news for the people of Karachi. The Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast for the next three days. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather in the city is expected to be partly cloudy with drizzle in the morning and night hours for the next 3 days. Meteorologists, while predicting the weather for Karachi for the next 3 days, said that sea breezes are expected to be active during this period, while the maximum temperature of the city may be recorded between 34 and 36 degrees. Similarly, the weather in the coastal areas is expected to be…
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan: Pakistani rupee witnessed slight changes in latest interbank and open market exchange update, with major global currencies maintaining firm positions against the local currency. On June 20, US Dollar recorded no change as it hovered at Rs278.9 for buying and Rs279.5 for selling, continuing its strong footing in the market. Euro stood at Rs318.12 buying and Rs322.17 selling, while UK Pound remained one of highest-valued currencies at Rs371.49 buying and Rs375.25 selling. UAE Dirham traded at Rs75.95 (buying) and Rs76.75 (selling), while the Saudi Riyal was recorded at Rs74.25 and Rs75 respectively. The Omani…
ISLAMABAD: A retired Pakistan Army serviceman has appealed to the country’s top leadership for the recovery of his missing son, alleging that members of the Awami Action Committee Paniwala were involved in his detention, mistreatment, and subsequent disappearance. Speaking at a press conference at the National Press Club in Islamabad, Muhammad Naseem Kiani, a resident of Rawalakot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, said his son, Dilawar Kiani, was allegedly taken into custody by individuals associated with the Awami Action Committee on June 6. Kiani, who said he served Pakistan and its national institutions for 41 years, claimed that when he reached…
ISLAMABAD: Following a significant drop in oil prices in the global market, the prices of petroleum products have been reduced significantly in the country. The price of petrol has been reduced by Rs 74 per liter, after which the new price of petrol has been fixed at Rs 299 per liter. Similarly, the price of high-speed diesel has also been reduced by Rs 67 per liter, after which diesel consumers will also get great relief. This significant reduction in the prices of petroleum products is expected to reduce transport costs and reduce inflationary pressures. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that…
KARACHI: Gold Prices: A decrease in the price of gold per tola has been recorded across the country. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola across the country has decreased by Rs 2,300, after which gold per tola has become Rs 452,936. According to the association, the price of 10 grams of gold has similarly decreased by Rs 2,070 to Rs 387,615. On the other hand, the price of gold in the global market has decreased by $ 23 to $ 4,305 per ounce.
ISLAMABAD: The weather has become pleasant due to rain in different areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The Meteorological Department has predicted rain and hail in different parts of the country tonight, while the highest temperature during the day was recorded in Dalbandin at 46 degrees Celsius. Rain broke the heat in different areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Dark clouds covered the sky in the afternoon. Heavy and light rain also fell at different places, which made the weather pleasant. According to the Meteorological Department, there is an active weather system over the Margalla Hills. More rain is likely in the…
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan: Pakistani rupee witnessed slight changes in latest interbank and open market exchange update, with major global currencies maintaining firm positions against the local currency. On June 18, US Dollar recorded no change as it hovered at Rs278.35 for buying and Rs279.45 for selling, continuing its strong footing in the market. Euro stood at Rs323.43 buying and Rs329.45 selling, while UK Pound remained one of highest-valued currencies at Rs374.22 buying and Rs378.25 selling. UAE Dirham traded at Rs75.9 (buying) and Rs76.7 (selling), while the Saudi Riyal was recorded at Rs74.25 and Rs75 respectively. The Omani…