In a major legal setback for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, Imran Khan’s bail requests in eight separate cases tied to the May 9 riots were rejected by the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday. The two-member bench, led by Justice Shahbaz Ali Rizvi, delivered the verdict after hearing arguments from both the defence and […]
Pakistan’s veteran cueist Muhammad Asif has powered his way into the Asian 6-Red Snooker Championship semifinals, defeating Malaysia’s Lim Kok Leong 5-3 in a tense best-of-nine clash in Colombo. With two other Pakistani players, Mohammad Sajjad and Awais Munir, already knocked out in the quarters, Asif’s win is now the country’s last shot at clinching […]
In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran’s missile attack on US airbase in Qatar has triggered global concern over the possibility of a broader conflict. The Iranian military fired 14 ballistic missiles at the Al Udeid base, the largest US military installation in the region, as a retaliatory move against recent […]
In the wake of Iran’s missile strike on the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the largest American military facility in the region, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stepped in to call for calm. With tensions in the Middle East rapidly spiralling, the prime minister held emergency discussions with Qatar and Saudi Arabia, […]
The nuclear standoff between the United States and Iran is not merely about uranium enrichment or weaponization, it is a reflection of deeper geopolitical, religious, and historical tensions. For audiences, understanding why America does not want Iran to have nuclear weapons requires looking beyond Western narratives and looking into regional perspectives. The US-Iran Nuclear Conflict: […]
Amid intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a provocative statement claiming “complete and total control of the skies over Iran.” Amid rising Israel-Iran tensions, Trump has even issued an open assassination threat to kill Iran’s Supreme Leader. While he says ‘the so-called Supreme Leader’ is not the target for […]
For decades, South Africa in knockouts were synonymous with heartbreak, rain-ruined finishes, and last-minute collapses. But on a historic Saturday at Lord’s, that narrative was finally rewritten. South Africa clinched their first men’s ICC title in 27 years by defeating defending champions Australia in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 final. They first bagged […]
A wave of Israeli airstrikes across Iran on Friday, dubbed Operation Rising Lion, has left a devastating impact, with several high-profile military figures and nuclear scientists among the dead. As reports continue to emerge, the phrase Iranian commanders killed has taken over headlines around the world, highlighting the scale and precision of Israel’s largest strike […]
The Arab world reacts to Israeli strikes on Iran with a rare display of unified outrage, urging calm amid growing fears of a broader regional conflict. Following Israel’s deadly attack that killed at least two senior Iranian military officials, Arab nations swiftly issued statements demanding restraint and adherence to international law. Many Arab leaders have […]
In the middle of heartbreaking scenes and overwhelming grief, the story of one Air India plane crash survivor is emerging as a sliver of hope in what is now India’s deadliest air disaster in ten years. The tragic incident occurred shortly after a London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner took off from Ahmedabad, claiming over 200 lives. […]
A fresh directive from Syria’s interim Islamist-led government has sparked conversation across the country, especially among women, after it made burkinis at beaches mandatory at public swimming spots. The tourism ministry’s new rule, aiming to uphold “public safety and decency,” now requires all female visitors to public beaches and pools to wear burkinis or similarly […]
A community in shock and a nation in mourning Graz, Austria, is reeling after the deadliest school shooting in Austria’s recent history claimed 11 lives, including several teenagers. The attack unfolded Tuesday morning at Dreierschützengasse secondary school, shattering the peace of Austria’s second-largest city and forcing the country to confront a horror it has rarely […]
In a landmark move to steer the country toward long-term economic stability, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb unveiled the Pakistan Budget 2025-26, laying down a roadmap filled with structural reforms, digital tax integration, and strategic fiscal tightening. The budget, approved by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his cabinet, targets both macroeconomic recovery and equitable public relief in […]
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is battling an ongoing aviation hazard that’s growing in frequency: bird strikes. The airline has recorded 102 PIA bird strike incidents in 2024 alone, and the numbers show no sign of slowing down in 2025. As the Eidul Adha season approaches, a time when animal waste often piles up in urban […]
Karachi residents were jolted awake once again early Wednesday as fresh tremors in Karachi struck parts of the city, continuing an unusual streak of seismic activity that has now reached 20 earthquakes in 3 days late Sunday. The persistent nature of these mild quakes is raising eyebrows across the scientific community and among the millions […]
Pakistan has secured a much-needed $800 million financial package from the Asian Development Bank, giving the nation’s economic reforms a crucial boost. The funding, part of the Resource Mobilization Reform Program (Subprogram-II), includes a $300 million policy-based loan and a $500 million program-based guarantee—a critical move aimed at improving the country’s tax infrastructure and promoting […]
In an extraordinary behind-the-scenes diplomatic push, Saudi Arabia has delivered a stark ultimatum to Iran: engage with Trump’s nuclear deal or risk a dangerous military escalation, potentially involving Israel. This covert warning, carried last month by Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman to top Iranian officials in Tehran, marks one of the most direct […]
In a historic step to bridge faith and culture, the Saudi Presidency for Religious Affairs has announced that this year’s Hajj Sermon in 35 languages will be translated and streamed worldwide. The initiative, set to unfold on the Day of Arafat, is designed to ensure that the spiritual message reaches millions of Muslims around the […]
In a shocking admission that contradicts New Delhi’s official stance, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy has publicly stated that Pakistan downed five Indian fighter jets during a recent flare-up between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. Among the aircraft allegedly shot down were Rafale jets—India’s prized possession in modern air combat. Swamy made these […]
Saudi Arabia is preparing for a major shift in its tourism strategy, with the government set to change Saudi alcohol law by allowing alcohol consumption at approximately 600 designated tourist spots. This will be the most substantial easing of the kingdom’s strict alcohol policy in over 70 years, just in time for global events like […]
