Global gold prices declined on Tuesday as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran pushed crude oil prices higher, raising fresh concerns about inflation and the possibility of prolonged elevated interest rates. Spot gold fell by 0.9% to $4,529.50 per ounce during early trading, while US gold futures for June delivery recorded a slight…
More than 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims have started gathering in Makkah as the annual Haj pilgrimage officially began, while Saudi authorities intensified security and crowd management measures around the holy sites. Pilgrims from across the world, many dressed in traditional white Ihram clothing, arrived in the tent city of Mina by buses and on foot…
Pakistan Railways has officially launched an upgraded Awam Express train service operating between Peshawar and Karachi in an effort to improve passenger comfort and travel facilities on one of the country’s major railway routes. The inauguration ceremony was held at Peshawar Cantt Railway Station, where Railways Secretary Syed Mazhar Ali Shah formally inaugurated the upgraded…
Authorities at Jinnah International Airport have intensified Ebola screening and health surveillance measures for international arrivals as Pakistan strengthens precautionary efforts ahead of the return of Hajj pilgrims from Saudi Arabia. According to health officials, enhanced monitoring procedures are being implemented for passengers arriving from abroad, particularly travellers coming from African countries affected by recent…
Pakistan has intensified health screening and surveillance measures at airports nationwide after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in Uganda and Democratic Republic of the Congo a global health emergency. According to the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, strict precautionary measures are being implemented at all airports across the…
Abdul Kareem has directed police officers across Punjab to strictly enforce a zero-tolerance policy against crimes involving women and children, emphasizing stronger accountability and improved policing measures throughout the province. The directive was issued during a general meeting held at Police Lines in Faisalabad, where the Punjab IG highlighted the vision of Chief Minister Maryam…
Pakistan-mediated negotiations between Iran and the United States have reportedly shown major breakthrough signs as diplomatic efforts continue to de-escalate tensions and move toward a possible agreement after months of conflict. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the latest round of negotiations has resulted in “encouraging progress” toward a framework understanding between Iran and…
Maryam Nawaz has approved a Rs50,000 fine for individuals found dumping animal waste and sacrificial remains in streets, neighbourhoods, and prohibited public places during Eid ul Adha across Punjab. The decision was made during a video-link meeting chaired by the Punjab chief minister to finalise comprehensive cleanliness and sanitation arrangements for Eid ul Adha throughout…
A Metro bus operating on the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Metrobus route caught fire early in the morning near the Sixth Road Metro Station in Rawalpindi, causing temporary suspension of Metro bus services in the area. According to rescue officials, the fire broke out while the bus was parked or stationary near the station. Fortunately, no passengers or…
The governments of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh have officially announced four public holidays on the occasion of Eid ul Adha, extending the festive break from Tuesday, May 26, to Friday, May 29. According to official notifications issued by both provincial governments, all government offices and public institutions operating under the provincial administrations will remain closed…
