[ad_1] Listen to article Australian authorities on Saturday condemned what they said was an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue with worshippers in the building, the latest in a spate of incidents against the nation’s Jewish community. The fire at the entrance to the synagogue in the east of Victoria’s state capital was sparked on Friday night, … Read more
[ad_1] ATHENS: Gale force wind gusts complicated efforts on Friday to contain wildfires on Crete that have razed forests and olive groves and forced thousands of residents and tourists to evacuate. Around 130 firefighters, 48 vehicles and six helicopters were deployed on the third day of the effort, with the wind and dry conditions raising … Read more
[ad_1] ISLAMABAD: Amid relentless rainfall in the upper regions and the water level in Tarbela Dam surging, prompting authorities to open the dam’s spillways to manage the inflow. The operation was scheduled for 12pm on Friday, according to officials, who have issued an alert for citizens residing along the spillway routes to remain cautious. The … Read more
[ad_1] Listen to article BEIJING: Pakistan’s exports of knitted and crocheted apparel, including jerseys, pullovers, cardigans and waistcoats, to China have grown steadily by 11% during the first five months of 2025, reaching $4.30 million, up from $3.87 million in the same period of last year, according to the latest data from China Customs. This growth highlights … Read more
[ad_1] Petrol prices in Pakistan are expected to rise by Rs11 per litre, while diesel prices are set to increase by up to Rs15 per litre, starting July 1, 2025. These increases are attributed to the global surge in crude oil prices and the continued depreciation of the Pakistani rupee Read: Govt hikes fuel prices for … Read more
[ad_1] BONN: Countries agreed on Thursday to increase the UN climate body’s budget by 10% for the next two years, a move the body welcomed as a commitment by governments to work together to address on climate change, with China’s contribution rising. The deal, agreed by nearly 200 countries – from Japan to Saudi Arabia, … Read more
[ad_1] Listen to article ISLAMABAD: The White House luncheon hosted by US President Donald Trump for Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir on Wednesday marked more than just a routine meeting — it signalled a major reset in US-Pakistan relations. This major reset in the relations between the two countries includes a permanent and enduring … Read more
[ad_1] Listen to article KARACHI: Representatives of the Salaried Class Alliance Pakistan have raised serious concerns over the proposed Finance Bill 2025-26, calling it unfair to the country’s most tax-compliant group. Speaking at a press conference at the Karachi Press Club on Thursday, alliance members Bilal Farooq Alvi, Rizwan Hussain, Adeel Khan, and Lesha Fazal said salaried … Read more
[ad_1] RAWALPINDI: As temperatures soar to nearly 45°C in the twin cities, health experts have issued a strong advisory urging residents to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. Speaking on Sunday, Dr Hassan Tahir emphasized the importance of regular water intake, even in the absence of thirst. “Your body needs water … Read more
[ad_1] Petroleum prices in Pakistan are expected to rise by up to Rs5.50 per litre for the next 15 days, owing to an increase in global oil prices, sources revealed on Sunday. According to reports, the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) has completed a working paper based on recent international market trends. The Oil and … Read more