News Desk

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa received Rs799.359 billion from War on Terror fund

The 7th NFC Award also granted KP an additional 1% share from the federal divisible tax pool.

French protests disrupt schools; police clash with demonstrators across France

The unrest, which began last week in Paris, has seen arrests and damage, prompting officials to discuss accountability for the disruption.

Burnham plans national care service, scrapping state pension triple lock in England

The proposed changes aim to fund a national care service while also promising tax exemptions for lower-income pensioners.

AI influences restaurant patrons and outdoor visitors in surprising ways

Service staff and park rangers report patrons using generative AI for everything from dietary advice to travel planning.

Education secretary Lucy Powell tells Ofsted to overhaul school inspection methods

This marks the second major change to the school inspection system in just over a year.

Supreme Court agrees to hear dispute over mandatory immigration detention policy

The legal challenge follows guidance from the Department of Homeland Security departing from decades of bond release precedent.

Rawalpindi Ring Road nears completion but remains closed for final works

Officials noted that while the main road section is ready, toll plaza installations and other facilities require immediate attention before opening.

Argentina launches 'golden passport' scheme for wealthy foreigners's citizenship

The program could raise up to €2.2 billion for Argentina, which faces nearly €22 billion in foreign-currency debt payments due in 2027.

Burnham speaks of father's death, touching attendees at conference

A quarter of Burnham's speech was ad-libbed, and he wrote the speech almost entirely alone.

Noel Gallagher's guitar sells for £12,000; Oasis memorabilia fetches high prices

The auction featured several high-value items, including rare concert tickets and early demo recordings.

Loud explosions rock Yemen's Sanaa; Houthis blame Saudi Arabia for attacks

The conflict in Yemen also saw Houthis seize coastal regions near the Bab al-Mandab strait.

Mall Road project sees underpass costs rise while one planned structure drops

The revised scope for the signal-free project alters the financial outlay and physical layout of key intersections.

Alison Hammond returns home after hospital visit following heart check-up

The incident, which occurred during a live broadcast, has prompted the presenter to address her health status publicly.

PTI begins second round of talks amid deadlock over Islamabad march

The ongoing negotiations face hurdles regarding the planned protest, suggesting a need for broader political consensus to move forward.

Waitrose doubles nitrite-free range as consumer focus shifts to food ingredients

Nitrite-free spending reached £34.8 million, while conventional bacon spend was 9.2% in the last 52 weeks.

SECP approves referral of Bagsara Securities case to FIA for investigation

The action follows findings that investors' shares were pledged without proper consent, raising concerns over investor protection.

Commissioner Shoukat Ali forms Wheat Crop Management Committee for 2026-27 Campaign

The committee structure brings together agricultural experts, private sector representatives, and local administration to guide the wheat effort.

Exports rise 10.84 percent to $8.423 billion in Q1

The trade deficit widened significantly, increasing by 15.13 percent to $10.792 billion this year.

Spain Ambassador Meets Punjab CM; Discuss Cooperation on Trade and Climate

Discussions covered establishing a joint business council and exploring collaborations in sports and urban planning.

Victoria Beckham unveils Spring/Summer 2027 collection at Paris Fashion Week

The brand also has a flagship store in London and opened its first store in New York last month.

Sharif announces relief package for families of Pakistanis killed in Somalia

The announcement details substantial support, including housing and education, for the bereaved families.

Yemen sees major military escalation between government and Houthi forces

The escalation has already led to nearly 198,000 people being displaced since July.

Gold and silver prices decline in local and international markets Saturday

The decline reflects varied movements across the week, with gold prices showing notable fluctuations since Monday.