literature – SindhTribune.com

Mario Vargas Llosa, Peruvian author and Nobel literature laureate, dies at 89

April 14, 2025

Pakistan warns ceasefire with India could collapse over Indus Water Treaty
On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch Pakistan’s deputy prime minister warned the fragile ceasefire with India could fall apart if the Indus Water Treaty dispute was not resolved, calling New Delhi’s decision to suspend the…
Trans-Pacific freight rates set to recover as tariff window opens
TOKYO/HONG KONG — The opening of a 90-day trade window after the world’s two largest economies suspended import tariffs is pushing up trans-Pacific freight rates and the share prices of regional shipping companies as American merchants rush to stock up on Chinese products. Chinese exports to the U.S. plunged by 21% in April from a…
Trump Offers Iran ‘Olive Branch,’ Agrees To Lift Sanctions On Syria
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Damaging details about Biden’s mental fitness outlined in new book 02:44 Now Playing Trump offers Iran ‘olive branch,’ agrees to lift sanctions on Syria 02:17 UP NEXT Menendez brothers now eligible for parole: What happens next? 02:33 Severe flooding forces…
US seeks ‘great rebalance’ with China beyond trade
WASHINGTON — Much of the world breathed a sigh of relief on Monday when the U.S. and China agreed to reduce tariffs on each other by 115 percentage points. The two countries will now, according to the White House, work “toward a rebalancing.” This rebalancing involves not only the Sino-U.S. trade war but also currency and fiscal challenges amid a backdrop of…
India and Pakistan exchange captured soldiers after ceasefire deal
On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch India and Pakistan exchanged a prisoner each on Wednesday, days after the South Asian nuclear powers walked away from the brink of war. Pakistan returned a Border Security Force…
Gold prices decline in Pakistan
Gold prices decline in Pakistan KARACHI: The price of gold in Pakistan witnessed a notable decrease on Wednesday, according to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association. The price of 24-karat gold per tola dropped by Rs. 2,300, bringing it down to Rs. 341,900. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold fell by Rs.…
Sony sees momentum in games and film despite Trump tariffs
TOKYO — Sony Group announced on Wednesday that it expects operating income to increase slightly in the fiscal year ending March 2026, even after factoring in the impact of tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. The company said its operating income — excluding the financial services business that will be spun off this year…
India approves setup of Foxconn-HCL semiconductor JV
BENGALURU — India on Wednesday approved a new semiconductor factory set up by Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn and local technology company HCL. The move is in line with the strategy laid out by the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to establish the country as an electronics manufacturing hub.
Big names confirmed for rescheduled PSL 10
LAHORE: Following the rescheduling of Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10, several international cricketers have confirmed their availability for the remaining eight matches of the tournament. According to sources, high-profile players who have agreed to travel to Pakistan include Karachi Kings captain David Warner from Australia, along with compatriot Ben McDermott and England’s James Vince.…