The tragic killing of innocent tourists in Baisaran, Pahalgam on April 22 has understandably sparked grief, outrage, and a flurry of accusations. Yet before succumbing to the blame game — particularly the one targeting Pakistan – it is crucial to step back and examine the broader context and implications of such violence. History offers a cautionary […]
A major hotel firm, Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd, has sparked controversy after reports revealed it received £700 million annually in taxpayer funds to house asylum seekers across 51 sites in the UK. Critics have likened the accommodation — including the Ibis Budget in Bishop’s Stortford — to “all-inclusive resorts,” offering free meals, fitness classes, guitar […]
In a significant diplomatic development, former US President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, met Russian President Vladimir Putin for three hours in Moscow this week, as efforts to end the war in Ukraine appear to gain momentum. The Kremlin described the meeting as “constructive and very useful,” indicating that Washington and Moscow are narrowing […]
A senior aide to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has warned that India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) could set a dangerous precedent, potentially prompting China to take reciprocal actions, such as blocking the flow of the Brahmaputra River, which could put India in a precarious position. Speaking to a private news channel on […]
The federal government has deferred its controversial canal construction project under the Green Pakistan Initiative and summoned a meeting of the Council of Common Interests (CCI) on May 2 to discuss the matter with all provinces, following sustained protests in Sindh. According to a notification issued on Friday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will chair the […]
Gayle King shared exclusive details with E! News at the TIME100 Gala about the heartfelt support her best friend, Oprah Winfrey, expressed after King returned from her Blue Origin space flight on April 14. Oprah was visibly emotional as she watched King embark on the historic all-female space expedition, which also included Katy Perry and […]
At least six terrorists were killed and four others injured during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted by security forces in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district, the military’s media wing reported on Friday. The operation took place during the night of April 23–24, following reports of militant presence in the area. “Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in […]
The Sindh government’s Department of Universities and Boards has issued an official notification granting grace marks to students appearing in the Intermediate Part-I (Pre-Medical and Pre-Engineering) annual examinations of 2024. The decision includes awarding 15% to 20% grace marks in key science subjects. The notification was issued following the approval of the provincial cabinet during […]
Karachi Kings won the toss and elected to field first in their match against Quetta Gladiators in the tenth edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) on Friday in Lahore. The Kings will be looking to build on the momentum from their thrilling last-over victory against Peshawar Zalmi, while the Gladiators aim to bounce […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping has announced a comprehensive plan to bolster China’s economy amid continuing challenges, including the ongoing trade war with the United States, which has weighed heavily on the country’s financial landscape since the pandemic. In a key meeting of the politburo on Friday, officials discussed measures to tackle persistent issues such as […]