Pakistan

The price of gold increased by Rs24,000 per tola, taking the new rate to Rs514,362 per tola nationwide. Web Desk February 3, 2026 KARACHI: After a period of continuous decline, gold prices have surged sharply across Pakistan, rising by tens of thousands of rupees in a single day. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association (APGJA), the price …

A man from southern China has sparked widespread attention after revealing how he managed to extract 191.73 grams of gold, valued at over 210,000 yuan (approximately US$30,222), from discarded SIM cards and other electronic waste. Known online as “Qiao the Hakka Gold Refiner,” the man, based in Guangdong province, shared a detailed video showcasing his gold recovery process, which rapidly …

The United States and India announced a landmark trade deal that cuts U.S. tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%, in a move expected to significantly boost Indian exports and improve market sentiment.  Under the agreement, India will increase purchases of U.S. energy, coal, technology, defence equipment, electronics, pharmaceuticals, telecom products, and aircraft. American agriculture is also set to …

The iTAP initiative, conceived in May 2025, aims to establish a credible, recurring benchmark to assess transparency and accountability across Pakistan. Web Desk February 3, 2026 The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), in collaboration with Ipsos, officially unveiled Pakistan’s first-ever indigenous survey, the Index of Transparency and Accountability in Pakistan (iTAP), during a ceremony held at …

Incheon, South Korea: In a breakthrough that promises to address two of the most pressing environmental concerns of our time, a research team led by Professor Yeong-Don Park at Incheon National University has unveiled a new type of biodegradable gas sensor. This cutting-edge technology not only offers an innovative solution to monitor harmful air pollutants but also helps mitigate the growing …

Top business hubs 2026 by Holafly Top business hubs 2026 by Holafly DUBLIN, Ireland, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After the sharp rebound of 2025, companies are moving into a more deliberate phase of mobility. At this point, everybody knows that travel is no longer about clocking miles or filling calendars; it’s about being in the right place, at …

Clintons have denied involvement in Epstein’s crimes and called past legal summonses politically motivated. Web Desk February 3, 2026 Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before the panel. Their decision comes just days before the House plans to vote on whether to hold them in contempt for refusing to participate in …

Millions of Muslims observe the Night of Forgiveness with prayers, charity, and reflection after Maghrib. Web Desk February 3, 2026 Muslims across the nation are observing Shab-e-Barat tonight, commencing after Maghrib prayers, in one of the most spiritually significant nights of the Islamic calendar. The night, falling on the 15th of Sha’ban, is dedicated to prayers, reflection, and seeking divine …

The 2026 Spring Festival travel rush begins on February 2 and will run for 40 days, ending on March 13. Ahead of this annual migration, CGTN published a feature article exploring how the event has transcended its role as a transport phenomenon, becoming a unique lens through which to view China’s social transformation. BEIJING, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — …

In the wake of recent terrorist attacks in Balochistan, the international community has unequivocally condemned the violence, uncovering troubling links to India and the so-called Fitna-al-Hindustan nexus.  The United States, China, Russia, the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, the United Arab Emirates, and other countries have strongly condemned the incident. US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker stated that the United States …