Islamabad: The federal government has introduced a subsidized housing finance scheme titled “Mera Ghar, Mera Aashiyana”, aimed at helping middle- and low-income Pakistanis purchase or build affordable homes. According to a circular issued by the State Bank of Pakistan, the scheme will be implemented through commercial banks, the House Building Finance Corporation (HBFC), and microfinance…
New York: US President Donald Trump has unveiled a 21-point peace plan for the Middle East and Gaza, presenting it to Muslim leaders on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. According to US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, the plan has been shared with selected leaders and could lead to…
US President Donald Trump has urged Turkey to stop buying oil from Russia, part of a wider drive to cut off Moscow’s energy funding as the war in Ukraine rages on. Speaking alongside President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the White House, Trump said halting those imports would be “the best thing” his Turkish counterpart could…
Paris, Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been convicted of criminal conspiracy in connection with allegations that his 2007 presidential campaign received illicit funding from the late Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi. The Paris court, however, acquitted Sarkozy of bribery and directly receiving illegal funds. Sentencing is scheduled to be announced later on Thursday. This marks…
AALBORG, (International Desk):Aalborg Airport in northern Denmark was forced to shut down on Thursday following multiple drone sightings, authorities confirmed. The closure comes just two days after Copenhagen Airport, the country’s main international hub, was also temporarily closed due to drone activity. That incident remains under investigation. Officials said flights at Aalborg were suspended as…
DALLAS, (International Desk):A shooting at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Dallas left one person dead on Wednesday, authorities said. According to the FBI, the incident appeared to be an “act of targeted violence.” Officials confirmed that the suspected gunman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. An investigation is underway to determine…
LONDON, (International Desk):London Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a fresh attack on U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he is “living rent-free in Trump’s head.” In sharp remarks, Khan accused Trump of harboring prejudice against women and Islam, describing him as both racist and sexist. The comments come amid renewed tensions between the two leaders, who…
GAZA, (International Desk):An Israeli army company commander was killed during clashes with Hamas fighters in Gaza, the military confirmed on Thursday. According to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), the incident occurred when military tanks advanced into a Gaza neighborhood as part of an ongoing operation, prompting Hamas militants to launch a sudden attack. The slain…
NEW YORK,(International Desk):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting took place in a cordial atmosphere, with both leaders expressing a commitment to strengthening bilateral ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in…
NEW YORK,(International Desk):Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa held a sideline meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump during the United Nations General Assembly session in New York, according to Syria’s state news agency. An official photo released from the meeting showed the presence of First Lady Melania Trump alongside the two leaders. Media reports noted that this…
