The UN humanitarian chief has urged Israel to open more crossings into Gaza to allow a surge of aid, after Israel warned it would limit supplies into the territory over delays from Hamas in releasing the bodies of deceased hostages. Tom Fletcher called on both Israel and Hamas to implement the terms of the ceasefire…
Paul Brown, Kayleen Devlin, Erwan Rivault and Barbara MetzlerBBC Verify Getty Images As thousands of Gazans made the journey back to their neighbourhoods following the ceasefire, many of them already knew their homes were in ruins. The prospect of rebuilding homes, businesses and all the institutions and services needed for a return to normal life…
BOGOTÁ (International Desk) — In a powerful humanitarian gesture, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has announced that all gold confiscated from drug traffickers will be sold to finance medical treatment for injured children in Gaza. President Petro stated, “We will do what the rich nations have failed to do.” He emphasized that Colombia stands in solidarity…
By Staff Reporter Farzana ChaudhryLAHORE. In a significant move to advance academic collaboration and scientific innovation, Punjab University (PU) and the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote joint research and knowledge exchange initiatives for national development. The signing ceremony took place at the PU Vice Chancellor’s…
By Staff Reporter Muhammad ShahzadLAHORE Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly Prof. Dr. Numan Kurtulmuş has commended the Government of Punjab for its remarkable efforts to preserve and promote historical and cultural heritage, during his visit to the Lahore Museum on Wednesday. Prof. Dr. Kurtulmuş was warmly welcomed by Dr. Ehsan Bhutta, Secretary Tourism,…
By Staff Reporter Dr. Ansab AliLAHORE— Principal of Ameer-ud-Din Medical College (AMC) Prof. Dr. Farooq Afzal underscored the urgent need to prioritize mental health care alongside physical health, particularly during disasters and emergencies. Speaking at an awareness walk and seminar organized at Lahore General Hospital (LGH) to mark World Mental Health Day 2025, he emphasized…
By Staff Reporter Farzana ChaudhryLAHORE (International Desk) — In a major step toward deepening economic cooperation between Hong Kong and Pakistan’s Punjab province, the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) and the Industries, Commerce & Investment Department Punjab (ICID) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on October 13 to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and…
By Staff Reporter Muhammad ShahzadLAHORE — Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar has paid heartfelt tribute to the 14 police officers and officials who embraced martyrdom in three coordinated terrorist attacks carried out in Lahore in 2009. Speaking on the 16th anniversary of the tragedy, Dr. Anwar said, “We salute the great sons…
BBC It is difficult to identify bodies with just codes and numbers attached to the bags, Palestinian officials say A health official in Gaza says a specialist committee is working to identify the bodies of 90 Palestinians handed over by Israel in exchange for dead hostages held by Hamas. If they were unsuccessful, photos would…
Jessica ParkerBerlin correspondent NurPhoto via Getty Images Under the plans, it will be compulsory for men to fill out a questionnaire at the age of 18, but optional for women Plans to re-introduce military service in Germany have been thrown into chaos because of an 11th hour row amongst the governing parties. A compromise, which…
