PM Sharif stresses unity to overcome national challenges during Karachi visit

  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Karachi on maiden visit to the city since assuming country’s top political office 
  • PM Sharif says business community “backbone” of Pakistan’s economy, vows to facilitate them in boosting economy 
By NAIMAT KHAN ·

Pakistan’s foreign minister calls for early resumption of PIA flights to Europe

  • Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar meets EU ambassador to discuss bilateral ties, trade and matters of mutual interest
  • PIA flights to Europe and the UK have been suspended since 2020 following Pakistan’s infamous pilot license scandal
By Arab News Pakistan ·

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Pakistan trains hundreds of volunteers ahead of annual Hajj pilgrimage

  • Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and every adult Muslim is required to undertake it at least once in their lifetime
  • Islamabad is to begin its Hajj flight operation from May 9 that would conclude on June 9 and facilitate over 63,000 pilgrims
By Aamir Saeed ·

Pakistan’s disaster management authority urges citizens to be cautious as heavy rains loom

  • Pakistan’s NDMA says heavy rains expected in KP, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir from Apr. 25-30
  • Disaster management authority warns administrations to prepare for emergencies in vulnerable areas from Apr. 25-30
By SAIMA SHABBIR ·

Inaugural Umrah and Ziyarah Forum focuses on innovative ways to enhance pilgrim experience

  • The 3-day event, which concluded on Wednesday, included 6 discussion sessions and 24 workshops led by 29 experts
By Arab News ·

Yemen’s Houthis say they targeted American and Israeli ships

  • The Iran-aligned group said it targeted the US ship Maersk Yorktown, an American destroyer in the Gulf of Aden and Israeli ship MSC Veracruz in the Indian Ocean
  • “The Yemeni armed forces confirm they will continue to prevent Israeli navigation,” Sarea said
By Reuters ·

State Department official reaffirms US commitment to humanitarian aid for Gazans

  • Efforts also continue in Washington to prevent regional expansion of conflict by Iran and its proxies, says Assistant Secretary for Near East Affairs Barbara A. Leaf
  • The Biden administration is also looking into the circumstances surrounding the discovery this week of mass graves in Gaza, she adds
By RAY HANANIA ·

Saudi Arabia leading region’s transformative journey 

  • SVC makes significant strides in shaping private investment landscape
By Nour El-Shaeri ·

Liverpool’s Premier League title hopes hit by 2-0 loss to Everton. Man United survives another scare

  • Man. United came from behind twice to beat last-place Sheffield United 4-2.
  • Crystal Palace ensured top flight safety after 2-0 win against Newcastle
By AP ·

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Why the bidding may be furious for a portrait of Ottoman ruler Mehmed II, coming up for sale soon

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  • The newly rediscovered medallion features a portrait of Sultan Mehmed II The Conqueror
  • The item is expected to sell for around £2 million at auction at Bonhams of London
By Jonathan Gornall ·