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Notification cites persistence of ‘threat perception’ based on assessment by law enforcement, intelligence agencies Section 144 has been extended across the province until November 15, Saturday, announced the Punjab Home Department on Sunday. The announcement comes after a previous order, dated November 2, extended the enforcement of Section 144 until November 8. Read: Punjab extends Section 144 across province till November 8 Section 144 enforces the complete ban on all forms of protest, gathering, rallies, sit-ins, and assemblies. It also restricts the gathering of four or more people in public places. Further, it enforces a complete ban on the display…
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on November 07, 2025 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images November is historically the best month for the S&P 500, which gains an average of 1.8% during the period, according to the Stock Trader’s Almanac.But the first full trading week of the month saw stocks caught in November rains.The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average each lost more than 1%, while the Nasdaq Composite shed around 3% — that’s its largest weekly loss since the tech-heavy index slumped 10% in the week ended April…
The U.S. Capitol is shown up North Capitol Street on Nov. 6, 2025 in Washington, DC.Eric Lee | Getty ImagesThe Senate was on track Sunday night to pass a deal that could end the federal government shutdown, which began on Oct. 1.A person familiar with the deal told CNBC that enough Democratic senators had agreed to vote for the deal to clear a 60-vote minimum threshold. It would fund the U.S. government through the end of January.The person familiar with the deal said that there are at least eight members of the Democratic caucus who would vote in favor of…
U-turn under Nipa Bridge towards Hassan Square closed to traffic, with vehicles being diverted to alternative routes The University Road, once a lifeline for thousands, now lies submerged under sewage water – a result of overflowing drains, unchecked construction, and civic neglect. With no pedestrian bridges and narrowed lanes, travellers including residents and students are left wading through filth, battling traffic jams, and risking their safety just to reach their destinations. Photo: EXPRESS KARACHI: Citizens commuting on the battered University Road will suffer new round of torture as the city’s authorities plan to completely shut a portion to lay six-…
President, PM pay tribute to his extraordinary role in awakening spirit of independence among MuslimsAllama Iqbal. PHOTO: FILE Pakistan observed Allama Muhammad Iqbal Day on November 9, celebrating the national poet’s 148th birth anniversary. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif renewed their commitment to the principles and vision of Allama Muhammad Iqbal for a prosperous, peaceful and united Pakistan. In their separate messages on the birth anniversary, they paid tribute to his thoughts and extraordinary role in awakening the spirit of independence among the Muslims of the subcontinent. The President said Allama Iqbal’s insistence on political representation…
‘Prime Minister must remain fully accountable, both before the court of law, the people’Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressing nation on Sunday in Islamabad. Photo: Screenshot Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday directed the withdrawal of an amendment proposal submitted by some senators from his party seeking immunity for the prime minister. In a post on X, Shehbaz said he learnt of the development upon his return from Azerbaijan and clarified that the proposal was not part of the Cabinet-approved draft. “While I acknowledge their intent in good faith, the proposal was not part of the Cabinet-approved draft. I have instructed that…
Committee rejected four separate amendments proposed by MQM-P, BAP, PML-Q and ANP Joint meeting of the Standing Committees on Law and Justice of the National Assembly and the Senate held at Parliament House on Sunday. Photo: Senate Twitter The joint parliamentary committee of Senate and National Assembly has unanimously approved the draft of the 27th Constitutional Amendment, clearing the way for its presentation in the Senate on Monday morning. The committee meeting was held on Sunday in Committee Room No. 5 under the chairmanship of Senator Farooq H. Naik. Members discussed the amendment clause by clause before granting approval. Law…
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) speaks to reporters during the Weekly Senate Policy Luncheon news conference on November 4, 2025 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Tom Brenner | Getty ImagesAs the Senate held a rare Sunday session, the Republican leader said a potential deal was “coming together” on the government shutdown but there was no guarantee it would end an impasse now stretching to 40 days.There have been few signs of progress over the weekend that could be crucial in a funding fight that has disrupted flights nationwide, threatened food assistance for millions of Americans and left federal…
PUBLISHED November 09, 2025 From smartphones to aircraft, the miniature, delicate, and tiny microchips drive nearly every possible aspect of today’s life. In 2025, terms like chip wars and rare minerals dominated global headlines, while on the commercial scene Nvidia became the world’s first $4 trillion company — a fabless chip design company that does not manufacture a single integrated circuit. For Pakistan, the fabless approach — designing chips and outsourcing manufacturing to third parties rather than building costly factories — could open the door to technological and economic transformation. But where should the country begin, and what has been…
PUBLISHED November 09, 2025 Crafting compositions and creating space for children’s participation in music, Thaheer Production has been shaping a much-needed revolution in Balochi literature since 2016, amidst the snow-capped mountains of Quetta and the elegant landscapes of Balochistan. The Balochi word “Thaheer” means “solace.” Fittingly, Thaheer Production’s artistic creations and compositions offer comfort to listeners of all ages in the region. It was co-founded by Farooq Baloch and Azam Baloch, with Obaid later joining the production company. Azam Baloch is a mixer and Obaid a guitarist, and both use their creativity to enhance the sound of each project. “Our…