Why Samsung May Welcome Apple’s Most Expensive iPhone Yet

Seoul: Apple's reported plans to launch its most expensive iPhone yet could unexpectedly benefit its long-time rival, Samsung,…

World Bank Approves $1.1 Billion Emergency Financing for Bangladesh

Dhaka: The World Bank has approved $1.1 billion in emergency financing to support Bangladesh as the country faces…

Government Not Giving Preference to Any Sector Despite Unchanged Fuel Prices: Minister

Islamabad: The federal government has clarified that its decision to keep petrol and high-speed diesel prices unchanged does…

Jet Fuel Refineries Scramble to Manage Supply After Iran War Oil Shock

LONDON: Jet fuel refineries and aviation fuel suppliers are working to stabilize operations after the recent Iran-related oil…

Zelensky Steps Up Warning to Belarus Over Alleged Support for Russian Drone Attacks

KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has intensified his warning to Belarus, accusing the country of facilitating Russian drone…

$2.5 Billion Cyberattack Becomes One of UK’s Costliest Economic Mysteries

LONDON: A sophisticated cyberattack that inflicted an estimated $2.5 billion in economic damage has emerged as one of…

Mourners Observe Ashura Amid Elaborate Security Arrangements Across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Millions of mourners across Pakistan observed Ashura, marking the 10th of Muharram, with deep religious devotion and…

Asian Stock Markets Slide as Technology Shares Lead Sell-Off

HONG KONG: Asian stock markets closed lower as a broad sell-off in technology stocks weighed on investor sentiment,…

Oil Prices Fall 2% as Hormuz Shipments Resume Despite Vessel Incident Near Oman

LONDON: Global oil prices declined by around 2% after crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz resumed, easing…

15,000 Used Cars Given Clearance Window Under Government Relief Measure

KARACHI: The government has granted a clearance window for nearly 15,000 imported used vehicles, allowing owners and importers…

Equities End Short Trading Week Higher Despite Market Volatility

KARACHI: Pakistan's equity market ended the shortened trading week on a positive note despite experiencing significant volatility throughout…

Editorial: FY2026-27 Budget Prioritizes Growth but Falls Short on Structural Reforms

ISLAMABAD: The federal budget for FY2026-27 has been widely viewed as an effort to stimulate economic growth through…

Iranian Oil Option Reopens for Pakistan After Temporary Easing of US Sanctions

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan may once again consider importing crude oil from Iran following a temporary easing of certain U.S.…

President Zardari Gives Assent to Finance Bill, Approves Rs18.8 Trillion Budget for FY2026-27

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has formally given assent to the Finance Bill 2026, paving the way for…

World Expresses Solidarity with Venezuela After Deadly Earthquakes, Offers Assistance

CARACAS: Countries and international organizations from around the world have expressed solidarity with Venezuela following a series of…