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Pakistan Army on Tuesday released the official details of military and civilian casualties sustained during the recent confrontation with India, now commemorated as Marka-e-Haq — a term marking what the government has described as a decisive defensive operation. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 11 soldiers embraced martyrdom while defending the country, and 78 personnel were injured in the line of duty during  ‘Operation Bunyan-un-Marsus’, in response to Indian aggression on May 6 and 7. The ISPR revealed that among the martyrs were six army personnel and five air force officials. Those who laid down their lives for the homeland…

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has officially announced appointment of Mike Hesson as the head coach of Pakistan’s white-ball cricket team. “I am pleased to announce Mike Hesson as the new head coach of the Pakistan team,” said Naqvi. Hesson will assume his responsibilities from May 26, joining the national setup specifically for white-ball formats. Naqvi stated that the position had been vacant, and several applications were reviewed before finalizing the appointment. Mike Hesson, known for his coaching success with New Zealand, is expected to bring valuable experience to Pakistan’s limited-overs cricket setup. Hesson comes in to fill the…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Foreign media reports that shares of Dassault Aviation, the manufacturer of Rafale fighter jets, have seen a continued decline in value. The company’s stock fell by another 4.70%, bringing the total drop to over 8% in just one week. Uncertainty surrounding Dassault Aviation’s future outlook remains high, as market confidence appears shaken. Earlier, the shares of Dassault Aviation –  the French company behind the Rafale fighter jet-  fell sharply by 6% on Wednesday. The development came after Pakistan’s air force shot down 5 Indian aircraft, including three Rafale jets, in the wake of rising military tensions along…

US President Donald Trump has arrived in Saudi Arabia on his first official visit. As Air Force One entered Saudi airspace, it was escorted by fighter jets, highlighting the importance of the visit. President Trump received a warm welcome upon landing at Riyadh Airport. He is scheduled to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman later today and will also participate in the Gulf Summit. Following his visit to Saudi Arabia, President Trump is expected to travel to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. Key discussions during the tour are likely to focus on the situation in Gaza and important decisions…

Samsung Electronics (005930.KS), opens new tab made public on Tuesday its slimmest flagship model to date, complete with enhanced artificial intelligence features, as it seeks to get ahead of rival Apple (AAPL.O), opens new tab in the premium market. The S25 Edge launch is designed to tap increasing demand, especially from consumers in their 20s and 30s, for more portable smartphones. “The feedback was clear – users wanted something slimmer and easier to carry without sacrificing performance,” said Samsung, which made structural changes to reduce the thickness of internal components, including the printed circuit board and thermal systems. Analysts said…

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a historic surge on the second trading day of the week, continuing the bullish trend seen a day earlier. The market opened with a remarkable gain of 2,770 points, crossing the historic milestone of 12,000 points in a single session, and is currently trading at 118,453 points. According to analysts, the positive sentiment is driven by the ceasefire news and encouraging economic developments. The market is also expected to react favorably to the disbursement of the next IMF loan tranche, due today. Brokers believe the PSX may set a new all-time high if the current…

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has downplayed the economic fallout of the recent flare-up with India, terming it “minor” and manageable within the country’s current fiscal capacity. In an interview with the British news agency Reuters, the finance minister said Pakistan’s economy remains resilient despite the military tensions along the Line of Control (LoC), which escalated following the April 22 attack in Pahalgam – Indian-occupied Kashmir –  in which 26 people were killed. India had blamed Pakistan for the incident without providing evidence, a claim strongly rejected by Islamabad. “The financial impact of the skirmish is not significant. It can be…

American music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs used his celebrity status and influence to sexually abuse women and operate a criminal enterprise involving sex trafficking, US federal prosecutors told a packed courtroom on Monday, as the long-anticipated trial began. In her opening statement, lead prosecutor Emily Johnson alleged that the 55-year-old hip-hop star used a circle of loyal employees and a mix of intimidation, physical abuse, and career threats to force women, including ex-girlfriend Cassandra Ventura, into performing non-consensual sexual acts — some of which were recorded. “He had the power to ruin her life,” Ms Johnson said, referring to Ms…

Global equity markets rallied on Monday after the United States and China agreed to a temporary truce in their protracted trade war, slashing steep tariffs for a period of 90 days. The pause, while celebrated by investors, left key structural disputes unresolved, fuelling caution among businesses and analysts. Under the deal finalised during weekend talks in Geneva, the US will reduce tariffs on Chinese imports from 145 per cent to 30 per cent, while China will scale back its duties from 125 per cent to 10 per cent. The agreement, brokered by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and his Chinese…

The Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament, suspended for a week amid fighting between India and Pakistan, will resume on May 17 following the announcement of a ceasefire between the nuclear-armed neighbours, organisers said on Monday. The IPL governing council took the decision to suspend the tournament last Friday after consulting franchises and players as India and Pakistan extended their worst fighting in nearly three decades. The IPL still has 12 group matches left, which will be played in the cities of Bengaluru, Jaipur, Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad. “After extensive consultations with government and security agencies and with all…