Islamabad, April 02: U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to introduce a broad set of reciprocal tariffs on major global trading partners this Wednesday, marking a significant shift away from decades of rules-based trade agreements. The move is expected to increase costs for businesses and consumers while provoking retaliation from affected nations. Details of the initiative, dubbed “Liberation Day” tariffs, remain under wraps ahead of a White House Rose Garden announcement scheduled for 4 p.m. Eastern Time (2000 GMT). According to White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt, the tariffs will take immediate effect once Trump unveils them, while a 25% global duty…
Author: Ahmad Mukhtar
Islamabad, April 02: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has restricted 14 nationalities for the business and visit visas, including Pakistan. After April 13, no such visa even multiple would remain valid and would be considered cancelled. The announcement came from the Saudi government. Nationals of the following countries are now restricted from applying for new short-term Saudi visas, including business visit visas (single/multi-entry), tourist e-visas, and family visit visas: Egypt Morocco India Tunisia Pakistan Yemen Algeria Nigeria Sudan Iraq Jordan Indonesia Ethiopia Bangladesh The travel restrictions would remain effective from April 13, 2025. If anyone currently hold a valid Saudi visa…
Islamabad, April 02: The International Association of Women Police has selected SP Ayesha Butt for the Excellence in Performance Award 2025. SP Ayesha Butt will be awarded the international award at the 62nd annual conference to be held in Glasgow, Scotland in September this year. SP Ayesha Butt is currently serving as City Traffic Officer Gujranwala, as stated by the spokesperson for Punjab Police. This award is given every year to a female police officer from all over the world in recognition of her exceptional services to her society. Ayesha Butt has been selected for the award in recognition of…
Islamabad, April 02: The death toll from the devastating earthquake in Myanmar has climbed to 2,886, with 4,639 injured and 373 still missing, according to China’s state-run Xinhua, which cited Myanmar’s State Administration Council on Wednesday. Buildings across Myanmar continue to collapse five days after the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck, creating life-threatening conditions for rescue workers as they search for survivors trapped under the rubble. Growing Casualties and Ongoing Rescue Operations Myanmar’s military junta has reported that more than 2,700 people have lost their lives, with thousands more suffering injuries. As hundreds remain unaccounted for, officials anticipate the death toll will…
Islamabad, April 02: Pakistan has sent a 35-ton shipment of essential humanitarian aid to Myanmar, including medical supplies and emergency relief materials, Radio Pakistan reported on Tuesday. The relief consignment, transported via a special cargo flight from Islamabad International Airport, aims to support displaced communities affected by the devastating earthquake. Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 2,719 Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry oversaw the departure of the cargo flight, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to assisting disaster-affected populations in their time of need. The aid package comprises vital relief items such as tents, blankets, tarpaulins, water purification modules, ready-to-eat meals,…
Karachi, April 02: The price monitoring teams under the Karachi Commissioner’s Office have imposed fines amounting to approximately Rs45 million on 4,345 retailers by the 27th of Ramazan, marking a significant increase from the Rs31 million fine levied on over 3,500 retailers during the same period last year. Authorities have taken stringent actions against profiteering, sealing over 161 shops and arresting more than 155 individuals. In contrast, during the previous year, 58 shops were sealed, but no arrests were made due to a different policy approach. A notable strategy implemented this year was the auctioning of essential commodities at more than…
Islamabad, April 02: Muhammad Jamal Khan Leghari, the chief of the Leghari tribes, has confirmed the presence of the rare Asiatic desert cat (Felis lybica ornata) in the Sulaiman Mountain Range of District Dera Ghazi Khan. Recognized for its sandy-colored fur and extraordinary ability to survive in harsh desert conditions, this elusive feline is rarely spotted in Pakistan. Leghari, who managed to capture images of the rare cat, stated that due to its critically low numbers, conservationists have decided to keep the exact location undisclosed to prevent risks such as illegal trapping, hunting, and habitat disturbance. Wildlife experts and local…
Islamabad, April 01: Former President Asif Ali Zardari was admitted to a private hospital in Karachi after his health worsened. He was transferred to the hospital from Nawabshah after experiencing fever and an infection, as reported by media on Tuesday. Sources indicate that President Zardari underwent multiple medical tests, and his condition is being closely monitored by doctors. Party officials have reassured the public that his health has improved, and he is now in better condition. They noted that his situation is still being observed, and more updates will be provided in the coming days. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reached…
Islamabad, April 01: Google is enhancing its suite of travel tools across Maps, Search, and Hotels by introducing AI-powered features designed to streamline vacation planning. As reported by 9to5Google, these updates leverage Gemini AI to integrate smarter capabilities into Google’s existing services, making trip organization more seamless. Google Maps Introduces Screenshot-Based Location Recognition One of the most notable updates is a new feature in Google Maps that recognizes locations from saved screenshots. Instead of manually typing place names from travel inspiration images, the app will use Gemini AI to scan visible text in screenshots and pinpoint the corresponding locations on…
Islamabad, April 01: Gold prices soared to a new all-time high on Tuesday as investors flocked to the safe-haven asset ahead of an upcoming tariff announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump. As of 0745 GMT, spot gold had edged up 0.1% to $3,125.69 per ounce after briefly hitting a record-breaking $3,148.88. Meanwhile, U.S. gold futures also saw a 0.1% increase, reaching $3,153.40 per ounce. Analysts attribute this surge to investor concerns over potential trade restrictions, with many seeking refuge in gold ahead of Trump’s scheduled tariff announcement on Wednesday. According to market experts, fears of new U.S. tariffs have driven…
