Washington links trade pact with India to Moscow oil curbs
NEW YORK: The United States has told India that reducing its purchases of Russian oil is crucial for progress on a long-awaited trade deal, even as New Delhi defended the imports as economically essential, according to people familiar with…
Your favorite fast foods may be destroying sperm count
ISLAMABAD: A new study published in Cell Metabolism has revealed that ultra-processed foods may harm men’s reproductive health. Researchers found that such diets can lower testosterone levels, damage sperm quality, and increase body…
Turkish Airlines to purchase 225 Boeing aircraft
ISTANBUL: Turkish Airlines said on Friday it would order 75 Boeing B787 aircraft and had completed negotiations on buying 150 737-8/10 MAX planes, subject to talks with engine manufacturer CFM International.
The news came after President…
How much tax are Pakistanis paying on fuel?
ISLAMABAD: Petrol and diesel prices continue to remain high, and people are still curious about the taxes they are paying on petroleum products.
A document surfaced online shows how the government is squeezing the public dry at the fuel…
Diljit responds to ban on ‘Sardaar Ji 3
MUMBAI: Indian singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has spoken out on the controversy surrounding his film Sardaar Ji 3, which was banned in India following the Pahalgam terrorist attack.
Addressing fans during his concert in Malaysia, Dosanjh…
Govt Drops Asset Value Column from Tax Forms to Ease Filing
KARACHI – A little sigh of relief for taxpayers, as the government officially removed controversial “Estimated Fair Market Value” column from this year’s income tax return forms.
The decision comes after recommendation from high-level…
Jazz Leads as Pakistan’s Fastest Mobile Network in 2025
ISLAMABAD: In world of mobile internet, speed matters more than ever. This year, Ookla revealed which networks and regions in Pakistan are keeping users connected the fastest, and who’s lagging behind.
Jazz topped the list, securing crown…
Over two dozen Pakistanis trapped after Houthi attack on Yemen-Bound Ship
ISLAMABAD: A ship near Yemen’s Ras Al-‘Issa port came under drone attack, causing fire on board and endangering lives of 24 Pakistani crew members.
According to diplomatic sources, the ship was traveling from Tehran to Yemen carrying oil…