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ISLAMABAD: Currency exchange rates in Pakistan shows mixed trends, US Dollar (USD) is trading at Rs278.9 for buying and Rs279.85 for selling, showing stability in the local currency market. Euro (EUR) stood at Rs327.82 for buying and Rs331.83 for selling, while UK Pound Sterling (GBP) remained among the highest-valued currencies at Rs379.19 and Rs383.7, respectively. UAE Dirham (AED) was recorded at Rs76 for buying and Rs77 for selling. Saudi Riyal (SAR) was available at Rs74.30 and Rs75, while the Qatari Riyal (QAR) stood at Rs74.75 for buying and Rs75.75 for selling. Omani Riyal (OMR) and Bahraini Dinar (BHD) continued to…
MOSCOW: Vladimir Putin said that the war with Ukraine is winding down, and that he would be willing to meet with President Zelenskyy if talks were aimed at finalising a long-term peace deal. Speaking at Russia’s annual Victory Day parade, Putin also said he would be willing to negotiate new security arrangements for Europe, but slammed Western support for Kyiv. He told soldiers at the scaled-down parade in Moscow that they were fighting an “aggressive force” in Ukraine, backed by all of NATO and describing his war goals as “just”. The Russian leader has made the memory of the Soviet…
ISLAMABAD: A special ceremony was held at the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad on the completion of one year of Operation Bunyan Marsus Marka-e-Haq. In which a magnificent fireworks display was displayed. President Asif Zardari and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, along with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and the chiefs of the armed forces, are participating in the ceremony. In addition, the Speaker of the National Assembly, the Chairman of the Senate and federal ministers are also participating. Ambassadors of different countries, civil and military officials, and relatives of the martyrs are also present at the ceremony. The ceremony began with…
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority has expressed fears that this year’s heat will be higher than last year. The first spell of heat in the first week of May was just a trailer, a severe heat wave will come in the country in a few days, a heat wave alert has been issued by the NDMA. According to the NDMA, some areas of upper Sindh, southern Punjab and Balochistan will be gripped by severe heat in May and June, citizens have been warned that the temperature in May and June may even complete half a century. NDMA representative Zahra…
RAWALPINDI – The General Headquarters (GHQ) witnessed a grand ceremony marking the first anniversary of “Mark-e-Haq”, Pakistan’s retaliatory strike during last year’s military standoff with India. The high-profile ceremony is being led by the Chief of Defence Forces and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, and was attended by senior commanders and top defence officials. The ceremony commemorates the 19-day military standoff between Pakistan and India that unfolded between April 22 and May 10, 2025, a period marked by rapidly escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. Pakistani forces responded with a show of valour when Islamabad launched an “unprovoked…
ISLAMABAD: The Independence Day of Romania for the year 2026 was celebrated Friday evening in a unique blend of Romanian and Pashtun traditions as Ambassador Dan Stoenescu hosted a vibrant reception themed around Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, showcasing the province’s colours, music, cuisine and cultural heritage alongside Romanian traditions. Held at the ambassador’s residence in Islamabad, the reception brought together a large gathering of ambassadors, diplomats and distinguished guests from Europe, Asia, Africa and international organizations, reflecting the growing cultural and diplomatic engagement between Pakistan and Romania. Apart from the EU Ambassador Raimundas Karoblis, French Ambassador Nicolas Galey, other European countries’ heads…
Janaritta Armooti: Special Event NEW DELHI, INDIA – The capital city of India recently celebrated the triumphant conclusion of the 8th International Art Exhibition, held under the inspiring theme “Beyond Peace.” Organized through a prestigious collaboration between Janaritta Armooti Gallery (Jordan) and the Topofman Exhibition Initiative (India), the event stood as a beacon of international cultural exchange. The exhibition attracted prominent VIPs, diplomatic figures, art enthusiasts, and international media, showcasing a vibrant celebration of global creativity. A major highlight was the Interactive Art Workshop and Presentation, where participating artists engaged in Live Painting sessions, transforming the gallery into a dynamic…
KARACHI: What will be the weather in Karachi in the next 24 hours? The Meteorological Department has made a forecast. According to the details, the Meteorological Department has predicted that the weather in Karachi city will remain hot and humid for the next 24 hours. According to “Jang”, the Meteorological Department has said that the maximum temperature in Karachi today is likely to be between 34 and 36 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature was recorded last night at 27.8 degrees Celsius. Winds are currently blowing from the southwest at a speed of 12 kilometers per hour in Karachi, with a…
KARACHI: The price of gold per tola has decreased slightly. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola has decreased by Rs 400 to Rs 934,662. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold has decreased by Rs 2,315 to Rs 423,235. The price of gold in the global market has decreased by $ 4 to $ 4,713 per ounce.
ISLAMABAD: Currency exchange rates in Pakistan shows mixed trends, US Dollar (USD) is trading at Rs278.95 for buying and Rs279.9 for selling, showing stability in the local currency market. Euro (EUR) stood at Rs327.02 for buying and Rs331.27 for selling, while UK Pound Sterling (GBP) remained among the highest-valued currencies at Rs378.44 and Rs382.45, respectively. UAE Dirham (AED) was recorded at Rs76 for buying and Rs77 for selling. Saudi Riyal (SAR) was available at Rs74.40 and Rs75.15, while the Qatari Riyal (QAR) stood at Rs74.71 for buying and Rs75.25 for selling. Omani Riyal (OMR) and Bahraini Dinar (BHD) continued to…