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ISLAMABAD: Iran-US possible deal, gold’s long jump, gold and silver became expensive again a day later in the global and local gold markets. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, 24-carat gold per tola became more expensive by Rs 4,600 to Rs 477,762, while the price of ten grams of gold increased by Rs 3,943 to Rs 409,603. The price of silver per tola increased by Rs 236 to Rs 8,270, on the other hand, with an increase of $ 46 in the international market, gold per ounce went to $ 4,554.

ISLAMABAD: Foreign exchange rates in Pakistan remained stable on May 25, 2026. US Dollar was recorded at Rs278.90 (buying) and Rs279.55 (selling), maintaining its strong position in the local currency market. Currency Rates in Pakistan Currency Buying Selling US Dollar 278.9 279.55 Euro 322.1 328.1 British Pound Sterling 372.91 378.1 U.A.E Dirham 75.75 76.8 Saudi Riyal 73.95 74.8 Australian Dollar 196.82 202.68 Bahrain Dinar 731 741.75 Canadian Dollar 200.71 205.65 China Yuan 40.05 41.15 Danish Krone 43.35 43.75 Hong Kong Dollar 35.03 36.03 Indian Rupee 2.5 2.75 Japanese Yen 1.74 1.84 Kuwaiti Dinar 878.7 889.25 Malaysian Ringgit 65.25 66.35 New…

Despite recurring rumors on social media, there is no verified evidence that Raúl Castro has died. Recent public appearances, official references, and ongoing political developments continue to confirm that he is alive. False death reports have circulated before, often spreading quickly through edited posts and unreliable online sources. Readers are advised to rely on verified information and remain cautious of sensational claims shared without evidence.

Russia carried out one of its largest overnight aerial assaults on Ukraine, launching around 90 missiles and nearly 600 attack drones in a coordinated strike targeting energy facilities, military sites, and major cities. Ukrainian authorities reported explosions across several regions as air defense systems worked to intercept incoming threats. Residential buildings, transport infrastructure, and power grids were damaged, while emergency crews responded to multiple impact sites. Particular attention has focused on reports that Russia used the “Oryzhnik” hypersonic missile system during the attack. Hypersonic weapons travel at extremely high speeds and are difficult for conventional air defenses to stop, raising…

ISLAMABAD: The weather is changing rapidly across the country, where on the one hand, snowfall continues in the upper areas even in summer, while on the other hand, the plains are gripped by intense heat and humidity. According to reports, after the recent snowfall in the upper and mountainous parts of the country, the ground has covered in a white sheet, due to which the weather has become extremely cold there. On the contrary, the sun is shining in the plains of the country and the citizens are in a bad condition due to the hot winds and the heat…

Field Marshal Seyyed Asim Munir’s short but very important official visit to Iran has concluded. According to the ISPR, as a result of the in-depth discussions held during the last 24 hours, encouraging progress has been made towards a final understanding. According to the ISPR, upon his arrival in Iran, the Field Marshal was received by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni along with senior civil and military officials. According to the ISPR, Field Marshal Asim Munir held important meetings with the top leadership of Iran. In these meetings, ongoing mediation efforts to reduce tensions and establish peace in the region…

Russia and the United Kingdom recently experienced another tense moment over the Black Sea, highlighting the fragile atmosphere surrounding military operations near Europe’s borders. According to the UK Ministry of Defence, Russian fighter jets closely approached a British Royal Air Force surveillance aircraft that was flying in international airspace during a routine intelligence mission. The aircraft involved was an RC-135W Rivet Joint, an unarmed intelligence-gathering plane used to monitor electronic signals and regional military activity. British officials stated that Russian Sukhoi Su-27 and Sukhoi Su-35 jets repeatedly flew at extremely close distances, creating a situation the UK described as dangerous…

ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a reduction in the prices of petroleum products. According to the Ministry of Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs 6 per liter, while the price of diesel has also been reduced by Rs 6.80 per liter. According to the notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the new price of petrol is Rs 403.78 per liter, while the new price of diesel is Rs 402.78 per liter. It should be remembered that the government had also announced a reduction in the price of petrol and diesel by Rs 5 per liter…

ISLAMABAD: The Meteorological Department has predicted thunderstorms and hailstorms in different parts of the country. Thunderstorms and rains are expected in various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Dir, Swat, Malam Jabba, Kohistan and Bajaur, while rain is also likely in Kalam, Chitral, Buner, Kohat, Abbottabad and Peshawar. Thunderstorms have also been predicted in Swabi, Mardan, Malakand, Parachinar, Kurram and Waziristan. The Meteorological Department has directed citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and take precautionary measures. On the other hand, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert in view of severe weather conditions across the country from May 26…

KARACHI: Currency Exchange Rates. Pakistani rupee shows relative stability against major global currencies, with US Dollar trading at 278.8 (buying) and 279.65 (selling). The market remained broadly range-bound as investors tracked global economic signals and regional demand for hard currencies. Among major currencies, UK Pound remained strong at 373.1–378.6, while Euro traded at 323.01–328.43, showing continued pressure from global dollar strength. Swiss Franc (352.78–356.68) and Kuwaiti Dinar (879.18–889.25) stayed among the highest-valued currencies in the list, consistent with their historical premium positioning. Asian currencies showed mixed performance, with the Japanese Yen remaining very weak at 1.74–1.84, while the Chinese Yuan held…