The withering of American aid due to the dismantling of USAID by the Trump administration has understandably become the subject of international headlines, given that the US is the largest bilateral donor in the world. However, the US is not the only powerful country which has decided to cut back on its aid commitment. Many […]
In the previous two articles, I had identified strands connecting a grand design in continuum in how India has covered its vulnerabilities and carved space for itself to manifest rapid progress. Despite inherent enmity, it helps to recognise and acknowledge India’s progress in recent decades. India gained its ‘liberty of action’ — strategic term for critical […]
A minor collision occurred at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Thursday when two American Airlines jets clipped each other on the taxiway, with at least three members of the United States Congress aboard one of the flights, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed. According to the FAA, American Airlines Flight 5490, a Bombardier CRJ […]
The government decision to revise the minimum sugar price for sales tax purposes raises significant concerns over its implications for both consumers and the broader economy. By increasing sugar prices under the guise of generating revenue, the government is not only burdening consumers but also demonstrating a lack of innovative thinking in addressing fiscal shortfalls. […]
Once again, Karachi stands on the brink of a water crisis. For the next five days, residents across nearly every district will face a crippling 40% shortfall in water supply, as critical repairs are carried out on two 84-inch pipelines. KWSC has urged citizens to store water in advance and use it sparingly — a grim […]
South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch has been banned from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for one year after breaching his contract by withdrawing from the tournament, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Thursday. Bosch, 30, was picked by Peshawar Zalmi during January’s player draft but later pulled out to participate in Indian Premier League(IPL), violating […]
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Thursday firmly denied reports suggesting the party was engaged in political negotiations, calling the media claims “false and baseless.” In an exclusive conversation with Express News, he dismissed the circulating stories and specifically criticised a private news channel for broadcasting what he termed as inaccurate information. […]
Long known for its bold flavour and aromatic punch, black pepper—commonly known as kali mirch—may also serve as a natural aid for weight loss, according to nutrition experts. A key spice in South Asian cuisine, black pepper contains piperine, a bioactive compound that may help reduce fat accumulation and support digestion. Experts say its thermogenic […]
The death toll after a roof collapsed at a crowded nightclub in the Dominican Republic has climbed to 221, the head of rescue operations said on Thursday, in the Caribbean nation’s worst disaster in decades. Rescuers had worked frantically since the collapse in the early hours of Tuesday to dig out survivors from the rubble […]
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the prize money for the upcoming 10th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), with the winning team set to receive USD 500,000 (approximately Rs145 million). The runner-up will earn USD 200,000 (around Rs56 million), the PCB confirmed on Thursday. HBL PSL X kicks off on Friday with an […]