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ISLAMABAD: The weather is likely to remain hot in various parts of Sindh, including Karachi. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather is likely to remain hot and dry in most parts of Sindh. The Meteorological Department said that due to heat and excess humidity in the air, clouds may form in some places in Sindh, while light rain with gusty winds and thunderstorms is expected in Dadu, Larkana, Sukkur and Ghotki. On the other hand, the Meteorological Department, while discussing the weather in Karachi, said that the weather is likely to remain hot and humid in the city for…
A cruise ship anchored off the coast of Cape Verde has drawn global attention as World Health Organization (WHO) investigators assess a reported health concern onboard. Authorities are working to determine the cause while passengers and crew remain under monitoring and precautionary safety measures. Health officials stress that investigations at sea are routine during potential outbreaks, and early containment is critical to protecting both travelers and nearby communities. Cape Verdean authorities, alongside international health experts, are coordinating efforts to ensure transparency, medical support, and strict maritime health protocols. The situation highlights how quickly health alerts can trigger international response systems…
ISLAMABAD: (Staff Reporter) – In a significant diplomatic communication circulated among foreign missions in Islamabad and shared with Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well, the Government of Sudan has accused regional actors of direct and indirect involvement in military operations against its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and civilian population. The communication, issued by the Embassy of Sudan, details what it describes as a sustained campaign of external aggression involving support for the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF), cross-border military preparations, drone incursions, and attacks on civilian as well as military targets inside Sudanese territory. According to the document shared with…
Islamabad: Under the “Read Japan Project”, launched by the Nippon Foundation in 2008 to promote global understanding of Japan through literature, the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan handed over 168 English-language books to Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) Islamabad. H.E. Mr. Akamatsu Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, presented the diverse collection spanning Japan’s history, politics, economy, security, international relations, philosophy, literature, language, culture and more to Prof. Dr. Nasir Mahmood, AIOU Vice-Chancellor during a hand over ceremony held on May 12. On the same day, the Japan Pakistan Advancement Center (JPAC) was inaugurated, aimed at fostering Japanese language, cultural,…
ISLAMABAD: The Meteorological Department has predicted the weather during Eid-ul-Adha across the country, while under the current system, rain is likely in upper Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for the next two days. Talking to a private TV, Director of the Meteorological Department Irfan Virk said that the weather in Lahore will be fine for the next two days, but after that, heat will start again, while there will be rain in the upper and northeastern Punjab areas in the next 24 to 48 hours. Regarding Karachi, he said that Karachi is not as hot as it was in early May,…
ISLAMABAD: Currency exchange rates in Pakistan shows mixed trends, US Dollar (USD) is trading at Rs279 for buying and Rs279.95 for selling, showing stability in the local currency market. Euro (EUR) stood at Rs327.39 for buying and Rs331.71 for selling, while UK Pound Sterling (GBP) remained among the highest-valued currencies at Rs378.55 and Rs383.05, respectively. UAE Dirham (AED) was recorded at Rs75.95 for buying and Rs76.95 for selling. Saudi Riyal (SAR) was available at Rs74.35 and Rs75.05, while the Qatari Riyal (QAR) stood at Rs74.75 for buying and Rs76.75 for selling. Omani Riyal (OMR) and Bahraini Dinar (BHD) continued to…
ISLAMABAD: The price of gold and silver in the global and local markets increased significantly today. Gold in the global market rose by $41 to $4,701 per ounce. In the local bullion market, one tola of gold became more expensive by Rs4,100, after which the price of gold per tola reached Rs492,462. Ten grams of gold rose by Rs3,515 to Rs422,206. Silver per tola has become more expensive by Rs395 to Rs8,908.
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices in Pakistan are in decline, with a major decline recorded in the price per tola today. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola has decreased by Rs 5,300 to Rs 488,362. The price of 10 grams of gold has decreased by Rs 4,544 to Rs 418,691. On the other hand, the price of gold in the global market has decreased by $53 to $4,660 per ounce.
ISLAMABAD: The Meteorological Department has predicted rain in various parts of the country, while severe heat in some areas. According to the Meteorological Department, Islamabad is likely to receive rain today with partial cloud cover. The weather is likely to remain hot and dry in most districts of Punjab, however, rain has been predicted in Murree, Gulyat, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Faisalabad, Lahore, Kasur, Gujranwala, Gujarat, Sargodha and Sialkot. Rain is expected in various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Peshawar, Mardan, Dir, Chitral, Malakand, Kohistan, Buner, Nowshera, Swat, Malam Jabba, Kalam, Karam, Karak, Kohat, Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Swabi, Charsadda and Bajaur,…
LAHORE: Pakistan’s National Cybercrime Investigation Agency (NCIA) has summoned three Norwegian nationals to appear before an investigating committee in Lahore in connection with a defamation-related inquiry, according to official notices. The notices, issued under inquiry number ENQ-CCRC-Lahore-1878/26, directs three individuals – right-wing Norway tabloid Verdens Gang (VG) reporter Rolf J. Wideroe, prosecutor Carl Graff Hartmann and VG’s editor – to appear in person before investigators on May 13 at 12pm at the Cybercrime Reporting Center in Gulberg II, Lahore, to record their statements and present their version of events. The notification states: “You are directed to appear in person before…