Web archive - July 1, 2024

World

Myanmar's central bank rejects UN claims of financing weapon transactions

UN Report stated Myanmar had help of international banks, including those from Thailand, for its purchases.

World

Turkish police detain 15 at banned LGBT pride rally in Istanbul

Authorities shut down metro stations, block traffic on main streets to prevent march from taking place

Pakistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir

Over 19 prisoners escape from AJK jail

Absconders include 10 awaiting death penalty, serving life sentences

World

Earliest Category 4 hurricane Beryl brings dangerous winds to Caribbean

Hurricane warnings have been issued in Barbados, St Lucia, St Vincent, the Grenadine Islands, Grenada and Tobago

World

Greek firefighters continue to battle wildfires amid fierce winds

Authorities had ordered evacuations before flames from burning pine and olive trees engulfed houses

World

Deadly landslides hit Switzerland, leaving four dead and two missing

Violent thunderstorms, melting snow cause floods in two southern cantons

Pakistan

PTI supports traders' protest against increase in electricity prices

Party president for Islamabad says workers will participate in demonstration against unjust policies

World

Senior Democrats rally behind Biden, rule out replacing him in election race

Others hold open the possibility of choosing a different presidential candidate

World

Far-right parties lead initial stage in French elections

If no candidate reaches 50% in first round, top two contenders automatically qualify for second round

Pakistan

Govt hikes petrol price by Rs7.45, diesel by Rs9.60 per litre

New rates applicable for next fortnight after midnight