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ISLAMABAD: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Saturday confirmed that the government has returned $2 billion in debt to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The SBP spokesperson said that the amount was kept with the central banks as a safe deposit. Sources said the UAE recently requested an early return of the funds in light of the prevailing international …

At the start of the Hajj season, the Ghilaf-e-Kaaba (Kiswa) has been raised three meters above the ground as part of the annual tradition. At the same time, maintenance work on both the inside and outside walls of the Kaaba was completed within 47 hours. The beautification of Maqam-e-Ibrahim was also finished during this process, while the lower part of …

Despite recently being designated a supply-chain risk by the Pentagon, Anthropic is still talking to high-level members of the Trump administration. There were earlier signs of a thawing relationship — or a sense that not every part of the administration wanted to cut off Anthropic — with reports saying that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell …

Delhi Capitals (DC) pulled off a thrilling six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 26 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. In a chase that went down to the final over, DC showed nerves of steel, with David Miller delivering a match-winning cameo to take his side over the line with just …

The Rahima Bibi case has exposed an organized network involved in terrorist recruitment and cross-border support. The Government of Balochistan presented her confessional statement during a press briefing in Quetta on April 18, 2026. Rahima Bibi, the wife of Manzoor Ahmed from Dalbandin, confirmed that her husband facilitated a female suicide bomber linked to the Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), who …

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump took a firm stance on Iran, stating that Tehran cannot “blackmail” the United States and that Washington has maintained a tough position in ongoing negotiations. He added that talks with Iran are progressing positively but expressed concern that Iran may be considering closing the Strait of Hormuz again, signaling potential risks to regional stability. Donald …

FIFA has raised concerns over New Jersey’s decision to charge $150 for round-trip transit to World Cup matches, warning that the steep increase could discourage fans from attending games. The fare marks a tenfold jump from the usual $15 cost for the same route and comes on top of already expensive match tickets, which can run into thousands of dollars, …

This week on the GeekWire Podcast, a week of Seattle-area startup news shows how the AI era is reshaping the regional tech scene. Q1 venture numbers reveal bigger checks going to fewer companies, with Seattle slipping behind the likes of Austin and Miami on deal volume. And yet the distributed nature of modern startups is complicating what it even means …

Saqr Ghobash: Issue with Iran stems from its constitution, contradicting sovereignty principles Source link

Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), through its National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC), has issued a weather alert for the next 12 to 24 hours, warning of widespread rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, and snowfall in northern areas. The alert states that most parts of the country are expected to experience strong winds, dust storms, and heavy rain, along with the …

UAE President, VPs congratulate President of Zimbabwe on Independence Day Source link

In a bold move that signals a fresh era for Pakistan cricket, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced a revamped coaching structure and a 16-man squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh. The upcoming tour, scheduled for May 2026, represents a significant cultural shift within the dressing room. While Shan Masood remains at the helm as captain, …