India: At least seven elephants were killed after being struck by a passenger train while attempting to cross a railway line, officials confirmed.The herd, estimated at around 100 wild elephants, was spotted by the train driver in time to deploy emergency brakes, but authorities say it was too late to prevent the collision.The incident highlights…
Washington/Damascus: The U.S. military has carried out airstrikes on ISIS positions in Syria in response to attacks on American forces, according to reports from foreign media.U.S. President Donald Trump stated that those attacking American personnel would face a stronger response than ever before. He emphasized that the strikes targeting ISIS positions in Syria are being…
Islamabad: Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar has described the court verdict in the Toshakhana-II case as a fair and justice-based decision.Speaking to Geo News, Tarar stated that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi undervalued gifts received during official visits, causing the government to receive a lower payment and resulting in…
Islamabad: Details have emerged regarding the Toshakhana-II case, under which former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have been convicted and sentenced to prison terms.According to the prosecution, Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi visited Saudi Arabia on an official trip between July 7 and July 10, 2021. During the visit, they…
Islamabad: A Pakistani court has sentenced former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, to 17 years in prison each in the Toshakhana-II case.The verdict was announced by Special Judge Central Arjumand Shah at Adiala Jail, where both Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi were present during the proceedings….
Washington: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed appreciation to Pakistan for considering the possibility of deploying military troops to Gaza as part of efforts to restore peace and stability in the region.Speaking at a press conference in Washington, Rubio said that Pakistan, along with several other countries, had raised questions regarding the proposed…
Karachi, Pakistan – December 19, 2025: The U.S. Mission in Pakistan, in collaboration with Vanderbilt University (Tennessee, USA), has successfully concluded the STEMpowered initiative, a $294,000 program designed to enhance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in Pakistan. Implemented in partnership with Sukkur IBA (SIBA) University and Beyond the Classroom Education, the program included…
Sydney, Australia: Thousands of people took to the waters at Bondi Beach, paddling out in a moving tribute to honor the victims of a recent mass shooting. The ceremony comes as the Australian government announced a gun buyback scheme aimed at reducing the number of firearms in circulation. Sydney is also preparing for three more…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, Pakistan LAHORE: The launch ceremony of renowned singer Adeel Barki’s debut book of English poetry, “Sonance,” was held on the evening of December 18 at a well-known hotel in Lahore, drawing a distinguished gathering of writers, poets, and prominent figures from the city’s arts and cultural circles. The event stood out for…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm, reverence, and dignity at Hidayat Ismail School, where students, teachers, and parents paid rich tribute to the founder of Pakistan. The commemorative ceremony was presided over by the school’s esteemed owner, Ms. Imrana Kaneez, who was warmly acknowledged for her…
