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International Packaging Films Limited reports Rs11.13 billion revenue for first quarter
Export sales nearly doubled to Rs3.515 billion despite a decline in gross profit and ongoing supply chain risks from the Middle East crisis.
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Netherlands withdraws from 2027 Eurovision Song Contest over Israel participation
The broadcaster cited societal sensitivities regarding Israel's involvement as the reason for the decision to step back from the competition.
Pakistan
Islamabad High Court orders enforcement of laws against online harassment and blackmail
The court ordered federal agencies to coordinate on cybercrime while demanding the immediate removal of a citizen from a passport blacklist.
World
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins state visit to China
The visit includes meetings with Premier Li Qiang and a tour of a sustainable urban development project.
World
Israeli army continues large-scale offensive in Hebron for fifth day
The displaced population includes 336 infants, 441 elderly people, 216 pregnant and nursing women, and 44 people with disabilities.
Business
Pakistan Institute of Management announces 11 professional diploma and certification programs
The training includes specialized courses in artificial intelligence, human resources, and fraud prevention with classes held on weekends.
World
Iran executes athlete Ali-Sina Mostafavi following supreme court ruling
Mostafavi is one of six athletes executed in cases linked to the January protests or earlier political charges.
Business
Buraq Automobile to launch local assembly plant for high-displacement motorcycles
The facility aims to lower the Alltrhike 450 price by 23 percent and introduce fuel-efficient electronic fuel injection motorcycles to the market.
World
Japan raises international production incentive minimum spend to JPY800 million
The move comes as the government aims to quadruple the industry by 2033 and launch a new body to centralize content-industry support by 2027.
Pakistan
Mari Energies and Engro Fertilizers sign MoU to boost farming yields
The partnership includes programs for STEM learning, vocational training, healthcare, and environmental sustainability for local communities.
World
Truce begins in Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky
The ceasefire, secured by Melania Trump, aims to facilitate humanitarian aid and the evacuation of thousands of civilians trapped in the conflict zone.
Pakistan
Pakistan urges UN to speed up identification of missing Kuwaiti nationals
Only 290 of the original 605 missing individuals have been identified in three decades, leaving 315 people still unaccounted for.
Pakistan
Pakistan authorities launch peace process in 12 Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa districts
A 48-member council will use local elders and jirgas to convince armed groups to voluntarily evacuate the region.
Business
Pakistan plans to raise $500 million from Chinese bond market in 2027
The government aims to secure this funding without international guarantees as it struggles to refinance $1.3 billion in existing Chinese commercial debt.
Pakistan
Board of Intermediate Education Karachi announces 2026 first-year results
The new grading system requires students to score at least 40% in every paper to avoid being classified as ungraded.
Pakistan
Sindh Abadgar Board urges Chief Minister to regulate sugarcane prices and season
Deregulation has left small growers at the mercy of mills, causing some to switch from sugarcane to wheat cultivation.
World
Meghan Markle joins Junior MasterChef Australia as co-host for new season
The Duchess of Sussex joins the cooking competition following a four-day Australian tour and a previous guest appearance on the flagship MasterChef show.
World
Israel forces over 3,000 Palestinians from homes in West Bank city Hebron
The operation followed a checkpoint attack that killed two soldiers and both gunmen, leading to UN concerns over punitive collective punishment.
World
Women and girls account for 25 per cent of civilian war deaths
The share of women and girls killed in civilian conflict has doubled since 2021 as global military spending reaches record levels.
World
Jordan strikes Syria in retaliation for Karak church funeral shooting
The retaliatory strike follows a deadly attack on a Greek Orthodox church where nine people were killed and dozens injured.
World
Pope Leo to proceed with South American tour after lung cancer surgery
The 71-year-old pontiff, who holds Peruvian citizenship, will visit the country where he served as a missionary starting in 1985.
World
Neil Young sues Trump committee over use of song in US rallies
The musician seeks an injunction and damages, claiming the unauthorized use of his music has harmed his personal brand and reputation.
Business
Pakistan grants Rs11.047 trillion in tax exemptions over five years
The government is now drafting a new policy to provide relief to low-income households struggling with high liquefied petroleum gas prices.
World
Jordan launches Syrian airstrikes following Greek Orthodox church attack in Karak
The military operation follows a deadly attack on a minority Christian community, prompting a three-day national mourning period.