Tech giant Microsoft has made a significant update to its digital mapping services, removing Israeli terminology and replacing it with Palestinian place names — a move that has sent shockwaves across the geopolitical landscape.The decision closely follows a landmark ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which declared Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories illegal…
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has raised serious doubts about senior officials within his own administration, expressing concern that the Secretary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs are not providing President Trump with accurate information regarding the ongoing military campaign against Iran.Pentagon officials have briefed Trump that Iran’s air force, naval assets, and…
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed charges against former FBI Director James Comey for allegedly threatening President Donald Trump.The controversy erupted after Comey posted an Instagram image featuring the numbers “86 47” — where “86” is American slang for eliminating someone, and “47” refers to Trump’s presidency as the 47th U.S. president.Each count carries…
Berlin German authorities launched a sweeping crackdown against the notorious Hells Angels motorcycle gang Tuesday, conducting large-scale raids across multiple locations in the western state of North Rhine-Westphalia as part of an intensified push against organised crime.Law enforcement officers simultaneously targeted several premises linked to the gang, seizing weapons, narcotics, cash, and incriminating documents. A…
Tehran/Washington —Nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States have reached a critical juncture as Tehran has informed mediators that it requires several days to consult Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the latest revised American proposals, a leading US newspaper reported Tuesday.According to sources familiar with the matter, Iranian officials conveyed the message through…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry hosted the ASEAN Trade & Tourism Conference, bringing together diplomats and business leaders to explore avenues for strengthening regional economic cooperation.The conference was presided over by LCCI President Faheem-ur-Rehman Saigol. Among the distinguished participants were Ambassador of Indonesia Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo, Ambassador…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab Housing Department has taken key decisions to accelerate the Chief Minister Punjab Clean Water Program, aiming to improve access to safe drinking water across the province.In this regard, Secretary Housing Punjab Noor-ul-Amin Mengal issued important directives to strengthen planning, monitoring, and field operations of the initiative.According…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: Under the auspices of the Punjab Tourism Department, the “Magnificent Punjab Tourism and Investment Expo 2026” was successfully held to promote tourism and attract investment across the province.The event was attended by Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb, Education Minister Sikandar Hayat, Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan, Minister for Communication…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: A meeting chaired by Punjab Local Government Minister Zeeshan Rafique reviewed the progress of the Punjab Development Program (PDP) at the Civil Secretariat, where the Project Director briefed participants on ongoing initiatives.During the meeting, Zeeshan Rafique stated that development work is currently underway in 51 cities under the Local…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: Provincial Minister for Law Punjab Rana Muhammad Iqbal Khan has extended congratulations and best wishes to the newly elected office-bearers of the Lahore High Court Court Reporters Association.The minister congratulated President Abad-ul-Haq, Secretary Shakeel Saeed, Senior Vice President Yousaf Shah, Vice President Munir Bajwa, Vice President (Lower Court)…
