By Staff Reporter Farzana Chaudhry LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bokhari has strongly condemned the killing of senior journalist Tufail Rind, General Secretary of the Mirpur Mathelo Press Club, who was shot dead in Ghotki. Bokhari said the journalist was targeted while taking children to school, and that his eight-year-old niece also…
Islamabad (International Desk) – Pakistan’s total public debt has recorded a significant decline of Rs 430 billion over the past two months, official figures reveal. According to data released by the Ministry of Finance, the major reduction was seen in domestic debt, which dropped by Rs 398 billion, reaching Rs 54.073 trillion by the end…
(International News Desk) The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has demanded that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government clearly state its position regarding the recent arrest of party leader Sanam Javed. In a statement, PTI’s provincial president expressed concern over the situation, questioning the safety of party members within the province. “Why are PTI workers not safe in Khyber…
(International News Desk) Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Senator Palwasha Khan has strongly responded to criticism from government allies, saying that Punjab does not belong to any single political party and that the PPP should not be dragged into internal rivalries. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Senator Khan said, “The federal government, Prime Minister…
(International News Desk) Pakistan’s legendary cricketer Wasim Akram has criticized Indian news outlets for using his picture in reports about an alleged spy arrested in India who shares his name. In a social media post, Akram said, “Here’s a free piece of advice for everyone — if you see anyone on social media with the…
KABUL (International Desk) – The Afghan government has taken a firm stance against reports suggesting that the United States is seeking control of Bagram Airbase, declaring that the facility will “under no circumstances” be handed over to Washington. In an official statement, government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid urged the U.S. to honor the Doha Agreement, which…
NEW DELHI (International Desk) – A dramatic scene unfolded inside India’s Supreme Court when an elderly man hurled a shoe at Chief Justice B.R. Gavai during court proceedings on Monday. Security personnel immediately detained the attacker. According to Indian media, the incident occurred just as the Chief Justice began hearing the day’s first case. The…
KARACHI (International Desk) – The tropical cyclone “Shakti” in the Arabian Sea has begun to weaken, according to Pakistan’s Meteorological Department (PMD). The PMD reported that the cyclone is currently located about 910 kilometers south of Karachi and is expected to further lose strength, transforming into a depression within the next 24 hours. Winds near…
ISLAMABAD (International Desk) – Awami National Party (ANP) leader Aimal Wali Khan arrived at Pakistan’s Parliament House on Monday under the protection of party guards dressed in red uniforms, amid heightened political tensions and security concerns. Speaking to reporters, Aimal Wali warned that if any harm came to him or his family, the federal interior…
TEL AVIV (International Desk) – Israel has deported 171 activists, including Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg, who were detained while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza as part of the Global Samoud Flotilla mission. According to Israel’s Foreign Ministry, the deported individuals were flown to Greece and Slovakia, while 138 others remain in Israeli…
