• Budget likely on Friday after president summons NA, Senate sessions today • National Economic Council finally set to meet today; KP still weighing participation • Federal, provincial govts to jointly cover Rs800bn shortfall • Extra FBR revenue t…

A man distributes free cold drink among passers-by at a roadside stall on Tuesday.—Online KARACHI: The city experienced hot and humid weather throughout Tuesday, with the maximum temperature reaching 36.5 degrees Celsius. However, due to high humi…

KARACHI: Tea prices in Pakistan may rise if the Kenyan government proceeds with a 0.8 per cent levy on tea exports announced in May, traders warned, adding that importers may be compelled to explore alternative markets. A meeting was held at the K…

The ​United States has denied entry to soccer referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who had been expected to be the ‌first Somali to officiate at a match in the World Cup. A FIFA spokesperson said Artan would not be able to train or officiate at the Worl…