Govt not serious about talks, avers Qaiser

‘We will engage in talks only when govt demonstrates genuine seriousness’ The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rejected on Saturday adviser to the prime minister, Rana Sanaullah’s offer of talks, asserting that the government lacks “seriousness and has failed” to create a conducive environment for dialogue. Former National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser stated that, given the current…

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Pakistan to defend sovereignty, national interest at all times: Asim Munir

COAS says dangerous misunderstanding if enemy thinks Pakistan will tolerate attack on sovereignty Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir delivered a powerful address at the commissioning parade of the 123rd Midshipman and 31st Short Service Commission Course at the Pakistan Naval Academy, reaffirming Pakistan’s resolve to safeguard its sovereignty and national…

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Captain Cummins backs youngster Konstas as Australia cruise to West Indies win

‘One of hard things about playing Test cricket is you get thrown different conditions all time’ Captain Pat Cummins backed inexperienced opener Sam Konstas to deliver on the international stage despite the youngster’s struggles against the West Indies as Australia won the first test in Bridgetown by 159 runs on Friday. The highly-rated 19-year-old was…

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Iran slams Trump over ‘disrespectful’ remarks on Supreme Leader

Iranian FM warned that such language would not help efforts to restart negotiations Iran has condemned remarks by US President Donald Trump as “disrespectful and unacceptable” after he claimed credit for saving Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, from “an ugly and ignominious death,” AFP reported on Saturday. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi responded strongly…

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Iran holds mass funeral for top brass assassinated by Israeli strikes

State funeral began in Enghelab Square; procession moving towards symbolic Azadi Square People attend the funeral procession of Iranian military commanders, nuclear scientists and others killed in Israeli strikes, in Tehran, Iran on June 28, 2025. — Reuters Iran held a mass funeral procession in Tehran on Saturday for dozens of military commanders and high-ranking…

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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ lavish Venice wedding is making people angry — and can you blame them?

It’s difficult not to be when you see a billionaire engaging in unsustainable practices and flashing money around while mistreating his employees. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos tied the knot with Lauren Sanchez in a very over-the-top wedding in Venice yesterday. It had all the makings of a dream wedding — beautiful designer clothes, flashy celebrity guests,…

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Pakistan leading emerging markets in reduced default risk

Pakistan is leading the Global Emerging Markets (EM) Rankings, indicating improvement in default risk, Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad said on Saturday. The current government has reassured that the country has moved onto a path of economic recovery and growth, witnessing “economic stabilisation” after a period of turbulence and uncertainty. Some assessments by global rating agencies have signalled gradual improvements in key…

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