Washington DC, June 3, 2026 — The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed imposing additional tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 economies, including Pakistan, citing their failure to effectively prohibit and enforce bans on goods produced with forced labor.1bc511According to the USTR’s findings released on Tuesday, these countries have not taken…
Kuwait International Airport has been placed on emergency status following Iranian missile and drone strikes, with several airport installations sustaining serious damage and reports of casualties emerging.Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense stated that enemy missiles and drones launched late at night were successfully intercepted and destroyed mid-air by the country’s air defense systems. The ministry confirmed…
ISLAMABAD — Italy will provide employment opportunities to 10,500 Pakistanis over the next three years under a bilateral labour mobility framework, Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan Marilina Armellin announced on Tuesday. The announcement was made at a grand ceremony held in Islamabad to mark Italy’s National Day, attended by Pakistan’s top political leadership, diplomats, civil society…
LOS ANGELES — Football legend David Beckham is set to be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to elevating the profile of soccer in the United States.The former Manchester United midfielder and England captain — who also co-owns MLS club Inter Miami — will receive…
MADRID — Spain’s Crown Princess Leonor has made history by becoming the first member of the Spanish royal family to complete a parachuting course, achieving the milestone at just 20 years of age.According to Spanish media, the princess successfully completed the parachuting course as part of her ongoing military training with the Spanish Armed Forces.The…
COLOGNE — One of Europe’s most iconic landmarks, Cologne Cathedral, has announced plans to introduce an entry fee for tourist visitors beginning July.Tourists will be required to pay €12 ($13.95) per person upon entry. The fee is intended to help cover the growing costs of maintaining and preserving the centuries-old Gothic structure.Despite the new charge,…
TEHRAN/WASHINGTON — Tensions between the United States and Iran have reached a dangerous new level after both sides launched missile and drone strikes against each other’s military targets in the early hours of Wednesday.US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed it struck an Iranian military installation on Qeshm Island, stating the operation was carried out in response…
Calabria, Italy Four Afghan migrant farmworkers were killed in a horrific arson attack in the southern Italian region of Calabria, after suspects allegedly locked them inside a minivan and set it ablaze. Italian authorities have arrested two Pakistani nationals in connection with the murders.The attack occurred at a petrol station near the village of Amendolara….
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: The Pakistan Chemical Manufacturers Association (PCMA) has announced that the Pakistan Chemical Expo 2026 will be held on June 5–6 at the Lahore Expo Centre, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, investors and international stakeholders to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s growing chemical sector. The announcement was made during a…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE, June 2: Lahore Police has finalised a comprehensive security plan to ensure peace and maintain law and order during Muharram-ul-Haram, Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Bilal Siddique Kamyana said on Monday. Chairing a high-level meeting at the Capital City Police Headquarters, the CCPO reviewed security arrangements and…
