SC constitutes CJP-led Shariat Appellate Bench after long interval
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has established a Shariat Appellate Bench after a lengthy period, with Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa heading the five-member panel. The decision came during a meeting of the apex court’s Practice and Procedure Committee, chaired by Chief Justice Isa, on Thursday. The bench will start hearing cases from Monday, […]
Calls for revenge at Iran funeral for Hamas chief Haniyeh – World
Iran held funeral processions on Thursday amidst calls for revenge after the killing of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in a strike in Tehran blamed on Israel. The Islamic Republic’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei led prayers for Haniyeh ahead of his burial in Qatar, having earlier threatened a “harsh punishment” for his killing. In […]
What Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination means for Gaza and the larger region – Prism
Haniyeh’s assassination has the potential to significantly alter the Middle East’s geopolitical landscape. The assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, a senior Hamas official, in Tehran on Wednesday morning will have significant ramifications for Iran, Israel, Gaza, and the broader Middle East. Haniyeh was a prominent figure in Palestinian group Hamas, serving as the head of its […]
‘PTA ready to lift X ban upon government approval’
Listen to article Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Hafeezur Rehman announced on Thursday that the authority is prepared to lift the ban on X, formerly known as Twitter, whenever the government requests it. The platform has been suspended in Pakistan since February 17 due to national security concerns but remains accessible through Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). During […]
Actress Mishi Khan throws support and defends Khalilur Rehman’s daughter amid online backlash
Listen to article Former Pakistani actress and television host Mishi Khan has come forward in defence of writer Khalilur Rehman Qamar’s daughter, urging the public not to criticise her or the family over the recent controversy surrounding Qamar’s leaked videos. In a video message shared on her official Instagram account, Mishi Khan expressed her dismay at the […]
Independent Living The Basics of Laundry
PUBLISHED August 01, 2024 Adulting, no one really likes it but it is an inevitable phase of life that must come sooner or later. There are varying levels of adulting, each more challenging than the next. One challenge of living by yourself is having to wash the clothes you wear daily. Especially for those who […]
Pakistani dramas worth clearing your schedule for
KARACHI: Ready to ditch your usual TV routine and dive into something that’ll have you glued to your screen? We’ve scoured the drama landscape and found four shows that are anything but predictable. Forget the same old plotlines and prepare for a whirlwind of fresh twists and turns, starring the best of small screen’s acting […]
Israel confirms death of top Hamas leader Mohammed Deif in Gaza strike
JERUSALEM: The head of Hamas’ military wing, Mohammed Deif, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza last month, the Israeli military said on Thursday, a day after the group’s political leader was assassinated in Teheran. “The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) announces that on July 13th, 2024, IDF fighter jets struck in the area of […]
Pakistan dismisses Iranian remarks on Parachinar violence as ‘unnecessary’: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has dismissed an Iranian statement regarding the situation in Parachinar as ‘unnecessary’, asserting that the comments did not reflect the full situation. Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch addressed the matter during her weekly press briefing, emphasising Pakistan’s commitment to ensure the safety of its citizens and maintaining regional stability. Mumtaz stated that any […]
Punjab government increases bounties on notorious terrorists
The Punjab government has decided to increase bounties on wanted terrorists as part of the country’s intensified efforts to combat terrorism. The Punjab Home Department announced the decision ahead of Monday’s high-level meeting, being held with the aim of setting substantial rewards for the capture of notorious criminals and terrorists. According to a spokesperson from the Punjab Home […]