By Dr. Ansab Ali — Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: The Government of Punjab’s flagship low-income housing initiative, the Apni Chhat Apna Ghar Program (ACAG), has been declared the province’s most successful public housing effort to date, according to a spokesperson of the Punjab Housing Department. Officials report that more than 35,500 families have completed the construction…
Karachi, Pakistan — Pakistan has achieved a major milestone in its digital connectivity network with the landing of the global submarine cable SE-ME-WE 6 at Hawksbay Beach in Karachi. The cable landing ceremony was attended by Federal Secretary for Information Technology, Zarar Ahmad Khan, who called the development a “historic milestone” for Pakistan’s digital infrastructure….
President Donald Trump has said a US plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war is not his “final offer” for Kyiv, after Ukrainian allies voiced concerns over proposals. Earlier on Saturday, leaders from Europe, Canada and Japan said the plan had elements “essential for a just and lasting peace”, but would “require additional work”, citing concerns…
Sofia Ferreira Santos and Alex Smith Reuters/Adriano Machado Jair Bolsonaro has been taken into custody after being determined a “concrete flight risk” while under house arrest. The right-wing former Brazilian president was found guilty of plotting a military coup in September and sentenced to more than 27 years in prison, but he remains under house…
Lahore, November 22, 2025: An anti-terrorism court in Lahore has granted bail to senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Dr. Yasmin Rashid in a case related to arson and vandalism during the May 9 unrest in the Mughalpura area. Judge Manzar Ali Gul heard the bail petition inside Kot Lakhpat Jail, where Dr. Rashid is currently…
Dubai: Authorities have announced extended Dubai Metro operating hours for Dubai Run 2025, alongside a series of major road closures and temporary Salik toll adjustments designed to ease movement on race day. The extended metro timings aim to accommodate the large number of participants expected at the annual fitness event, one of the flagship activities…
Johannesburg: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan led the Kingdom’s delegation at the G20 Summit, representing Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and reaffirming Saudi Arabia’s commitment to global economic stability and enhanced international cooperation. Prince Faisal emphasized that Riyadh is focused on promoting investment across key sectors to support sustainable and inclusive growth, noting…
New Delhi — Ten major trade unions in India have launched a strong protest against the government’s implementation of new labor codes, calling the move a “deceptive fraud committed against the working people of the nation.” The unions accuse the government of pushing through sweeping labor reforms without adequate consultation, warning that the new codes…
Islamabad — Pakistan has begun welcoming renowned Qur’an reciters and judges from across the world as Islamabad prepares to host the International Qira’at Competition from 24 to 27 November, organized by the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The first group of participants has already arrived, including Qari Ahmet from Chad, Qari Abdul Qadir Abdi Wahab Adan…
Media freedom in Pakistan continues to deteriorate, according to new global assessments that highlight mounting pressures on journalists across the country. The latest Worlds of Journalism Study reveals that only 16% of Pakistani journalists believe the media operates freely, while a significant majority cite political interference, institutional pressure and economic instability as primary obstacles to…
