Author: sac-1209

Pakistan-US Relations Improve, Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh Calls for Lasting Economic Partnership

sac-1209

WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has said that Pakistan-US relations are currently in a considerably better position than in the past, while stressing that both countries must avoid complacency and turn the improved diplomatic atmosphere into a durable, results-oriented partnership. The ambassador made the remarks at a joint ceremony organised by the Pakistani American Press Association (PAPA) in Washington to celebrate the United States’ 250th Independence Day and Pakistan’s upcoming 79th Independence Day. The event brought together diplomats, government officials, political figures, journalists, Pakistani American…

Read More

Pakistan Rejects Afghan Taliban Claim Over Weapons Smuggling

sac-1209

Islamabad has strongly rejected allegations by the Afghan Taliban regime that weapons are being smuggled from Pakistan into Afghanistan for alleged “subversive activities,” describing the claim as frivolous, baseless and contrary to established facts. In a statement, Pakistan’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said Afghanistan already possesses large quantities of sophisticated weapons and military equipment left behind following the withdrawal of US and coalition forces from the country. According to the ministry, the military equipment abandoned after the foreign troop withdrawal is estimated to be worth around $7.2 billion. Pakistan…

Read More

Cristiano Ronaldo Discusses Son’s Rise at Al-Nassr Academy

sac-1209

Cristiano Ronaldo has offered a candid insight into the development of his eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., discussing the teenager’s physical growth, personality and the determination required to succeed at the highest level of professional football. Speaking during a Netflix Sports training session, the 41-year-old Portuguese superstar reflected on how his son compares with his own physical development at the same age. Ronaldo said Cristiano Jr. is already bigger and stronger than he was as a teenager and believes his son could eventually grow taller than him. “He’s a good…

Read More

GTA 6 “Extended Look” Trailer: Netflix and YouTube Release Details

sac-1209

Rockstar Games has officially announced the “Grand Theft Auto VI Extended Look,” generating renewed excitement among gamers ahead of the highly anticipated release of GTA 6. The upcoming presentation is expected to provide a more detailed look at the game than previous promotional videos. Rockstar is reportedly using an unusual release strategy, with the Extended Look set to premiere on Netflix several hours before its wider release on YouTube. GTA 6 Extended Look Release Date and Time The GTA 6 Extended Look is scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026. Fans…

Read More

xAI Launches Imagine Image 2.0 With Enhanced Image Generation Features

sac-1209

xAI has introduced Imagine Image 2.0, a new Quality Mode designed to deliver more detailed and consistent AI-generated images through its Grok-based Imagine platform. The new model is available on the web version of Imagine, as well as through Grok’s iOS and Android apps. xAI says Image 2.0 is aimed at creative projects that require greater control over visual layouts, typography and recurring design elements, rather than simply generating standalone images. According to xAI, Imagine Image 2.0 can interpret detailed prompts and create complex visual compositions with improved precision. The…

Read More

WHO Warehouse Destroyed in Ukraine’s Dnipro, Medical Supplies Lost

sac-1209

DNIPRO: A warehouse belonging to the World Health Organization (WHO) and storing essential medical supplies for Ukraine has been destroyed in an attack in the city of Dnipro, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Sunday. Tedros said the WHO humanitarian warehouse was struck on Friday, destroying medical supplies intended for healthcare facilities operating near the front lines. No casualties were reported. According to the WHO chief, a staff member and several drivers had been at the warehouse earlier in the day. The team managed to evacuate 130 of around 300…

Read More

Iran Says Oman Deal on Strait of Hormuz Shipping Lanes Nears Completion

sac-1209

CAIRO: Iran said Sunday that an agreement with Oman to establish new shipping arrangements through the Strait of Hormuz has reached its final stages, but stressed that the strategically vital waterway will not fully reopen until the United States meets additional conditions set by Tehran. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said negotiations over the shipping arrangements were nearing completion. However, he reiterated that reaching an agreement on shipping lanes alone would not be enough to restore unrestricted commercial traffic through the strait. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the…

Read More

Security Forces Kill 15 Terrorists in Balochistan IBOs Under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna

sac-1209

QUETTA: Security forces have killed 15 terrorists belonging to Fitna-al-Khawarij during a series of intelligence-based operations (IBOs) carried out across Balochistan under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna, according to reports. The operations were conducted in several districts, including Mastung, Bolan, Washuk, Awaran, Sibi, Khuzdar, Harnai and Noshki, as security forces intensified efforts to dismantle militant networks operating in the province. According to security sources, the operations were launched on the basis of intelligence regarding the presence and activities of militants in the targeted areas. During the coordinated actions, security personnel engaged the terrorists…

Read More

Ukraine Denies Targeting Bulgaria After Drone Explodes Near Strategic Gas Pipeline

sac-1209

SOFIA: Ukraine has denied deliberately targeting Bulgaria after a drone exploded near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline close to the Romanian border, prompting concerns over regional security and the possibility of another drone incident near NATO territory. Bulgaria’s Defence Ministry said the drone was a type widely used by the Ukrainian military. The country’s foreign ministry has summoned Ukraine’s ambassador for a meeting to discuss the incident. Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry said it was working closely with Bulgarian authorities to establish what happened. Ukrainian spokesperson Georgiy Tykhyi stressed that the Ukrainian armed…

Read More

Pakistan Approves Rs10 Billion Package to Support Textile and Export Industries

sac-1209

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ministry of Commerce has approved Rs10 billion in funding for the textile, apparel and other export-oriented sectors under duty drawback and technology upgradation schemes, in a move aimed at improving industrial liquidity and boosting exports. Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan announced the decision, saying the approved funds would help ease financial pressures on industries and enable exporters to expand their presence in international markets. The minister said the Ministry of Commerce had sanctioned Rs10,000 million for textiles, apparel and other export sectors under the two schemes. He expressed…

Read More