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ISLAMABAD: (Staff Reporter) – Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has praised the growing bilateral relations between Pakistan and Australia, saying Pakistan highly valued its ties with Australia and both countries enjoy an exemplary partnership in multiple sectors including trade, education, agriculture, sports and people-to-people exchanges. He expressed these views while addressing the Australia Day in Spring 2026 reception hosted by the Australian High Commission as the chief guest. The event brought together senior government officials, diplomats, parliamentarians, business leaders, media representatives, alumni and friends of Australia to celebrate Australia’s national day and the enduring partnership between the two countries.…
Thailand has reportedly decided to reduce its visa-free stay period for travelers from more than 90 countries, including the UK, signaling a major shift in the country’s tourism policy. The change could affect long-stay tourists, digital nomads, backpackers, and frequent holidaymakers who have taken advantage of extended stays in the popular Southeast Asian destination. Travel experts are now advising visitors to double-check updated entry requirements before booking flights, arranging accommodations, or planning extended vacations. Despite the policy adjustment, Thailand remains one of the world’s most loved travel destinations, famous for its tropical beaches, vibrant nightlife, rich culture, and affordable luxury.…
ISLAMABAD: Along with the global market, there has been a major decline in the prices of gold and silver in Pakistan as well. The decline in the prices of gold and silver in the international market is also affecting the Pakistani market and their prices are continuing to decline in the country. According to the Sarafa Association, gold per ounce in the global market fell by $68 to $4,480, which also affected the Pakistani market. On Wednesday, the price of gold per tola in Pakistan decreased significantly by Rs6,800, after which one tola of gold has become Rs470,362. While 10…
Sylhet: Bangladesh whitewashed Pakistan by defeating them by runs in the Sylhet Test. On the last day of the second Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh at Sylhet, Bangladesh needed 3 wickets to win, while Pakistan needed 121 runs to win. On the 5th day of the Test match, Pakistan team was all out for 359 in pursuit of a target of 437 runs, thus defeating Bangladesh by 78 runs. Bangladesh Test team made history by clean sweeping Pakistan team in a two-Test series. Visiting team Pakistan lost the first Test by 104 runs at Dhaka and the second and…
ISLAMABAD: Heatwave and dry weather is expected in some parts of the country, while rain and hail are expected in some places with gusty winds and thunderstorms. According to the weather forecast on Wednesday, in addition to hot and dry weather in Islamabad and its surroundings, rain with gusty winds/thunderstorms and thunderstorms is expected in the evening/night, while hail is also expected at a few places. Prob55% In addition to partly cloudy weather in most districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Dir, Swat, Malam Jabba, Kohistan, Bajaur, Kalam, Chitral, Buner, Kohat, Abbottabad, Peshawar, Swabi, Mardan, Malakand, Parachinar, Kurram, Bannu, D.I. Khan, Lakki…
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates. Pakistani rupee shows relative stability against major global currencies, with US Dollar trading at 278.9 (buying) and 279.70 (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 373.82–379.32, while Euro traded at 324.38–329.43, 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…
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi have agreed to strengthen energy and security cooperation as global oil and gas markets face rising uncertainty. During their summit in Andong on May 19, 2026, the two leaders announced closer coordination on crude oil, petroleum products, and LNG supplies. The agreement includes stronger information-sharing on strategic oil reserves and emergency supply systems to improve energy stability for both nations. South Korea and Japan will also explore flexible swap arrangements for crude oil, refined fuels, and LNG to protect industries and households from future supply disruptions. The move…
ISLAMABAD: Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Albert P. Khorev on Tuesday expressed support for Pakistan’s mediatory role in the Iran-US conflict, saying Moscow would back all efforts aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution acceptable to both sides. Speaking at a press conference held at the Russian Embassy in Islamabad, Ambassador Khorev said Russia appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic initiatives and noted that Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had also recently reiterated support for Pakistan’s role as a mediator between Tehran and Washington. He said Russia supported all initiatives that could contribute to reducing tensions and resolving the conflict peacefully while addressing the concerns…
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) achieved a landmark success by winning the “Overall Best Directorate” trophies in all major categories of the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) Inter-Directorate and Inter-Collegiate Sports Tournaments for the 2025-26 session. To celebrate the historic achievement, a grand ceremony was held at Islamabad Model College for Girls F-7/4 on Tuesday. The event was attended by the Federal Minister for Education & Professional Training Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui as chief guest. Upon his arrival, Director General (DG) of the FDE Syed Junaid Akhlaq, Chairman FBISE Dr Ikram Ali Malik, Principal of…
ISLAMABAD: Gold and silver prices remained unchanged today. The price of gold per ounce in the international market remained at $4,548. In the local bullion markets, the price of gold per tola and the price of gold per ten grams remained stable at Rs477,162 and Rs409,089, respectively, on Tuesday. Similarly, the price of silver per ounce in the global market remained stable at $76.15. In the local bullion markets, the price of silver per tola and the price of silver per ten grams remained stable at Rs6,943.