Saudi Arabia has appointed Major General (Retired) Rajeh Al-Buqami as its new ambassador to Pakistan, marking a significant step in strengthening the longstanding diplomatic partnership between the two countries. He succeeds Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki, who previously served as Saudi Arabia’s envoy to Islamabad. Rajeh Al-Buqami officially took the oath of office alongside several newly…
Global oil prices surged on Wednesday as escalating military tensions involving the United States, Iran, and Saudi Arabia fueled fresh concerns over oil supply disruptions in the Middle East. Investors reacted to reports of missile attacks and military operations, driving both Brent crude and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices sharply higher. Brent crude…
Karachi is expected to experience hot and humid weather over the next 24 hours, with partly cloudy skies and a possibility of light drizzle in some areas, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). While isolated drizzle may occur, the overall weather is expected to remain warm and uncomfortable due to high humidity levels. The…
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Election Commission has suspended and arrested two presiding officers in Kotli after they were allegedly caught transporting polling materials to a private residence instead of their designated polling station. Election officials said a returning officer intercepted the officers, seized the polling bags, and immediately appointed replacement presiding officers to…
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has decided to maintain its benchmark policy interest rate at 11.50% following the latest meeting of its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), signaling a cautious approach as the central bank balances inflation risks with improving economic indicators. The decision reflects the SBP’s strategy of closely monitoring domestic inflation, global commodity…
The recent spell of monsoon rain in Karachi has come to an end after the weather system responsible for the showers weakened and dissipated, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). While the city is expected to experience a brief break from rainfall, weather experts say more monsoon showers are likely during August as seasonal…
The West Indies gained a crucial 29-run first-innings lead after dismissing Pakistan for 282 on the third day of the opening Test. Despite a fighting century from Pakistan captain Shan Masood, the visitors failed to capitalize on a promising position, allowing the hosts to seize a slight advantage in the closely contested match. Pakistan resumed…
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has emerged as the frontrunner in the first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly general elections, securing seven seats out of the constituencies where unofficial results have been announced. The initial results from the Mirpur Division indicate a strong performance by the ruling party, while the…
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) general elections have officially begun with polling in the Mirpur Division, marking the first phase of the electoral process under a revised three-phase schedule. The elections come after weeks of political unrest and public protests, prompting authorities to strengthen security measures and revise election arrangements across the region. The…
India is witnessing a growing wave of Generation Z-led protests, as thousands of students and young activists take to the streets demanding reforms in education, employment, and governance. The India Gen Z movement has emerged as one of the country’s most significant youth-led campaigns in recent years, raising concerns for the Modi government over increasing…
