NATIONALPunjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has offered the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank a partnership in development projects across the province. The offer came during a meeting focused on institutional cooperation, housing, transport and urban infrastructure.
NATIONALThe IT ministry has begun accrediting cloud service providers under the Pakistan Cloud First Policy, with six applications received so far. Officials say the framework is meant to strengthen data security, localise sensitive data storage and support coordinated cloud adoption across the public secto
NATIONALPakistan has drawn international attention for its mediation role in US-Iran tensions, with TRT World saying Islamabad was trusted by both sides. The report credited Field Marshal Asim Munir’s quiet diplomacy and said Pakistan’s regional standing had strengthened.
WorldMillions of pilgrims gathered at Arafat as Sheikh Ali Al Hudaify delivered the Hajj sermon, urging patience, piety, unity and discipline. He also called on pilgrims to follow official guidance and avoid disputes or political slogans.
KARACHIResidents in parts of Karachi say recurring power cuts are disrupting sleep, work and family life while adding to anxiety and financial stress. A survey cited in the report found widespread frustration, mental exhaustion and rising dependence on costly backup systems.
SportsMorocco head to the World Cup with expectations higher than ever after their 2022 semi-final run. But a coaching change and fallout from the AFCON final have complicated their build-up.
WorldIndia and the US have signed a bilateral framework to secure the supply and processing of critical minerals and rare earths. The agreement was signed in New Delhi after the Quad foreign ministers' meeting.
WorldWestern Europe faced another day of exceptional heat as Britain, France and Ireland registered record May temperatures. French authorities said at least seven deaths were linked directly or indirectly to the heatwave.
SportsBrazil have placed their World Cup hopes in Carlo Ancelotti, backing the Italian to end a 24-year wait for another title. The CBF has already extended his contract through the 2030 tournament.
SportsArsenal’s defensive discipline will face PSG’s prolific attack in Saturday’s Champions League final in Budapest. The match brings together two contrasting styles after both sides impressed in different ways on their route to the showpiece.
SportsNew York swept Cleveland 4-0 in the Eastern Conference final with a 130-93 win on Monday, reaching the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. The Knicks will begin the title series on June 3.
SportsScotland are preparing for their first World Cup in 28 years and hope the expanded format can help them reach the knockout stage for the first time. Steve Clarke's side open against Haiti before facing Morocco and Brazil.
