World Taliban blame US for airport chaos as Afghans face 'impossible' race to flee KABUL: The Taliban on Sunday blamed the United States for the chaotic evacuation of tens of thousands of Afghans and... Published 23 Aug, 2021 06:20am
World Austria's Kurz says he opposes taking in any more Afghans While the European Union grapples with what to do with Afghans who assisted it over the past 20 years, Kurz said coming to Austria was not an option Updated 22 Aug, 2021 12:15pm
Print Afghan situation: Qureshi speaks to Lavrov, explains Pakistan's position Stresses importance of ensuring safety and security as well as protection of rights of all Afghans Updated 22 Aug, 2021 12:31pm
Print EU chief appeals to members: take in Afghan refugees MADRID: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Saturday appealed to European Union states to take in Afghan refugees flown... Published 22 Aug, 2021 03:47am
World EU says no recognition of Taliban, no political talks BRUSSELS: The European Union has not recognised the Taliban, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on... Updated 21 Aug, 2021 08:32pm
World Spanish government feels heat over high power prices MADRID Scorching heat has caused power prices to soar in Spain, leading to renewed tensions in the country's leftist... Published 21 Aug, 2021 04:21am
Pakistan Italian envoy sees huge trade, investment scope ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan Andreas Ferrarese on Wednesday said that there are vast opportunities... Published 19 Aug, 2021 04:15am
Markets US wheat rises to 8-1/2-year highs on world supply worries CHICAGO: US wheat futures climbed to 8-1/2-year highs on Friday and European wheat futures extended gains, led by... Published 15 Aug, 2021 04:47am
Print UK exports to EU down 18pc as Brexit bites BRUSSELS: Imports into the European Union from ex-member Britain fell 18 percent in the first six months of this... Published 14 Aug, 2021 03:30am
Pakistan Afghan peace sole desire, says COAS ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa Thursday said that Pakistan's sole desire is to, help... Published 13 Aug, 2021 04:44am
Markets Wheat stabilizes after rally CHICAGO: Chicago Board of Trade wheat futures stabilized on Wednesday as traders adjusted positions ahead of a US... Published 12 Aug, 2021 04:34am
World EU vows help for Afghanistan's neighbours on refugees BRUSSELS: The European Union said Tuesday it was eyeing more support for Afghanistan's neighbours as a senior... Published 11 Aug, 2021 04:27am
Markets EU 2021/22 soft wheat exports at 1.79m tons by Aug PARIS: Soft wheat exports from the European Union in the 2021/22 season that started in July had reached 1.79 ... Published 11 Aug, 2021 04:27am
Print World shudders at ‘terrifying’ UN climate report PARIS: World leaders, green groups and influencers reacted Monday to a “terrifying” UN climate science report... Published 10 Aug, 2021 04:43am
Business & Finance German exports rise past pre-pandemic levels in June BERLIN: German exports soared past pre-pandemic levels in June for the first time since the coronavirus crisis... Published 10 Aug, 2021 04:39am
Business & Finance Pharmaceutical firms rake in billions with Covid jabs PARIS: Covid vaccines have brought billions of dollars to the coffers of pharmaceutical companies. Germany’s... Published 10 Aug, 2021 04:39am
World EU condemns Taliban attacks, demands Afghan ceasefire BRUSSELS: The European Union on Thursday condemned the Taliban's latest deadly attacks in Afghanistan and demanded... Published 06 Aug, 2021 04:18am
Business & Finance US trade deficit hits record in June as imports balloon WASHINGTON: A surge in imports of industrial supplies drove the US trade deficit to a record in June, according to... Published 06 Aug, 2021 04:18am
Print UNSC to discuss Afghanistan UNITED NATIONS: The United Nations Security Council will hold an open meeting Friday on the deteriorating situation... Published 06 Aug, 2021 03:58am
Print Dostum returns to fight for besieged home KABUL: Infamous warlord Abdul Rashid Dostum has returned to Afghanistan as the Taliban inch closer to taking control... Published 06 Aug, 2021 03:58am
World EU condemns Taliban attacks, demands Afghan ceasefire The European Union on Thursday condemned the Taliban's latest deadly attacks in Afghanistan and demanded... Published 05 Aug, 2021 02:34pm
Pakistan EU parliament members concerned over HR violations in IIOJK LAHORE: Expressing concern over human rights situation in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), ... Published 01 Aug, 2021 04:46am
World Monte dei Paschi capital wiped out in EU banking stress test LONDON: All of Monte dei Paschi’s capital was wiped out in a European Union stress test of banks on Friday as the... Published 31 Jul, 2021 04:05am
Markets French soft wheat harvest speeds up with dry weather PARIS: The French soft wheat harvest sped up last week as dry weather offered farmers a respite after heavy ... Published 31 Jul, 2021 04:05am
Markets EU raises 2021/22 wheat crop forecast PARIS: The European Commission on Friday raised its forecast of usable production of common wheat for the European... Published 31 Jul, 2021 04:05am
Opinion Regulators turn spotlight on company sustainability ratings Organisations that rate companies on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are now themselves facing... Published 27 Jul, 2021 04:40am
Markets Strategie Grains cuts French wheat crop estimate PARIS: Consultancy Strategie Grains cuts its estimate for France's 2021 soft wheat harvest on Thursday after a crop... Published 25 Jul, 2021 05:20am
World EU seeks two-month delay in talks on Hungary recovery plan Reynders cited systemic problems with the rule of law in Hungary, adding that the Commission was ready to use all tools to protect democracy, including the suspension of EU funds Published 23 Jul, 2021 12:08pm
Print FATF action plan: US lauds Pakistan’s progress WASHINGTON: The United States has appreciated and recognised Pakistan’s continued efforts to remove obligations of... Published 21 Jul, 2021 02:03am
Print Erdogan presses hard line on Cyprus NICOSIA: Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan insisted Tuesday on a two-state solution in Cyprus and threw his... Published 21 Jul, 2021 01:42am