Afghanistan rejects ICC’s ruling on arrest of senior Taliban leaders

The spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Zabihullah Mujahid, has issued a strong rebuttal to the recent ruling by the International Criminal Court (ICC), which called for the arrest and prosecution of senior Taliban leaders, Haibatullah Akhundzada and Abdul Hakim Haqqani. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Mujahid categorically rejected the authority of the entity […]

ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over rights abuses

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for two senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan, including the group’s supreme spiritual leader, Haibatullah Akhundzada. The court announced on Tuesday that there are reasonable grounds to believe that Akhundzada and Abdul Hakim Haqqani, the Taliban’s Chief Justice, have committed crimes against humanity. Specifically, they are accused […]

ATC grants police 10-day physical remand of Dr Mahrang Baloch, other BYC activists

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Quetta has granted police 10-day physical remand of Dr Mahrang Baloch, the head of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), and five other members of the group. The ATC’s decision comes as an extension of their ongoing detention, which has already lasted over three months. During Tuesday’s hearing, six BYC members, including […]

10 global celebrities who’ve rocked Pakistani brand ‘Rastah’

The luxury streetwear brand Rastah blends traditional South Asian craftsmanship with modern Western designs. Founded in Lahore by cousins Zain Ahmad, Ismail Ahmad, and Adnan Ahmad, the brand celebrates the fusion of cultural heritage with contemporary style.  Since its inception in 2018, Rastah has redefined South Asian fashion by creating an innovative identity. Now, the […]

K-P govt dismisses senior officials after Swat river incident

The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government has removed the Director General of Rescue K-P and the Director General of the Upper Swat Development Authority following the recent drowning of tourists in the Swat River, said officials on Tuesday. The provincial inspection team submitted a report blaming the Swat Development Authority for administrative delays, reported Express News.  The report […]