Washington — The United States is once again facing the risk of a government shutdown after the Senate failed to pass a crucial funding bill, according to international news agencies. The bill, which is essential to keep federal operations running, was rejected by Democrats in the Senate, raising concerns over an imminent shutdown. It is…
New York — Pakistan has called for the safe and dignified repatriation of Rohingya Muslims during a high-level conference on the situation of Rohingya and other minorities at the United Nations General Assembly. Speaking at the session, Pakistan’s envoy Aamir Iftikhar said that the Rohingya people have endured decades of displacement and systematic denial of…
Gaza/Washington — The International Centre of Justice for Palestine (ICJP), a pro-Palestinian international organization, has raised serious concerns over former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recently announced peace plan for Gaza. In a statement, the ICJP said the plan “delivers neither justice nor accountability” and reflects a superficial, colonial mindset. According to the organization, the proposal…
Mobile and internet services in Azad Kashmir have remained completely suspended for the fourth consecutive day, causing widespread disruption and frustration among residents. The communication blackout has severed links between local families and members of the Kashmiri diaspora abroad, who have been unable to contact their relatives. Human rights observers have expressed concern over the…
Gaza: Arab media has reported that Israeli naval forces surrounded two main ships of the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza and jammed their communication systems. Reports suggest Israel may be planning to sink some vessels to prevent them from reaching their destination. The UN’s Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese condemned Italy’s withdrawal from the…
Pakistan’s First Lady, Asifa Bhutto Zardari, has urged women to prioritize their health through early detection and regular screening for breast cancer. In a video message marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she highlighted that timely diagnosis and proper treatment can lead to a survival rate of more than 90 percent. The First Lady encouraged women…
Libya’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Youssef Raggi, on Wednesday received a copy of the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Libya, Fahd Salem Saeed Deen Al-Kaabi. Minister Raggi welcomed the UAE envoy and wished him success in carrying out his diplomatic duties, expressing hope that his appointment would contribute…
ISLAMABAD,(International Desk) – Pakistan’s government has increased fuel prices, issuing a notification late Tuesday, the finance ministry confirmed. According to the ministry, the price of high-speed diesel has been raised by 4.04 rupees per litre, bringing it to 276.81 rupees per litre. The price of petrol has also been increased by 4.07 rupees per litre,…
WASHINGTON, (International Desk) – The United States government has entered a shutdown after the Senate once again failed to pass a spending bill, leaving more than 400 federal agencies closed for an indefinite period. The White House blamed the Democratic Party for the deadlock, while the ruling party fell short of the 60 votes required…
KARACHI,(International Desk) – Pakistan’s benchmark stock index touched a historic peak on Tuesday before retreating sharply amid volatile trading. The market opened strong, with the KSE-100 index surging 1,029 points to reach a record 166,522 points, surpassing the 166,000 milestone it had achieved a day earlier. However, heavy profit-taking later dragged the index down by…
