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'Economy stayed on recovery path despite challenges in FY2025-26'Published on: July 1, 2026 3:43 AM

Pakistan, July 1 -- Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday said Pakistan's economy remained on the path of stability and recovery during fi... Read More


In a first, Pakistan becomes permanent member of Int'l Olive CouncilPublished on: July 1, 2026 3:43 AM

Pakistan, July 1 -- Pakistan on Tuesday took its seat for the first time as a permanent member of the UN International Olive Council (IOC) at a meeting held in Portugal's capital Lisbon, said an offic... Read More


Trump flags historic first as Dallas set to host inaugural Republican Midterm Convention from Sept 9-10

Washington, July 1 -- In an unprecedented move to consolidate political momentum, the Republican Party will hold its first-ever national convention ahead of the midterm elections. Announcing the deci... Read More


India, EU advance cooperation on sustainable ship recycling; 3 Indian yards ready for EU recognition

New Delhi, July 1 -- India and the European Union have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in sustainable ship recycling, with both sides expressing confidence over the progress m... Read More


Rupee gains one paisa against dollarPublished on: July 1, 2026 3:36 AM

Pakistan, July 1 -- The Rupee on Tuesday appreciated by 1 paisa against the US Dollar in interbank trading and closed at Rs 278.16, down from the previous day's closing of Rs 278.17. According to the ... Read More


UK House Prices Remain Flat In June

India, July 1 -- UK house prices remained flat in June as uncertainty caused by the war in the Middle East and the subsequent rise in fuel prices and market interest rates weighed on the property mark... Read More


Indonesia proposes lottery system for Australia's working holiday visa

Bandung, West Java, July 1 -- Indonesia has proposed a lottery-based system for the issuance of Australian Working Holiday Visas (WHVs) to Indonesian citizens, aiming to ensure a fairer and more trans... Read More


Sudan's RSF accused of crimes against humanity in El Fasher

France, July 1 -- The global rights organisation called for an immediate nationwide ceasefire and the deployment of an international force to protect civilians after documenting killings, torture, rap... Read More


Sudan's RSF paramilitaries accused of crimes against humanity in El Fasher

France, July 1 -- The global rights organisation called for an immediate nationwide ceasefire and the deployment of an international force to protect civilians after documenting killings, torture, rap... Read More


Japanese markets extend gains on technology rally

Mumbai, July 1 -- Japanese markets closed higher on Wednesday, extending gains for a third straight session as technology stocks tracked the overnight rally on Wall Street. The Nikkei 225 Index rose ... Read More