Algeria’s Khelif in tears after ensuring at least bronze amid gender row – Sport
ALEGRIA’S Imane Khelif celebrates her victory over Anna Luca Hamori of Hungary in the women’s 66kg quarter-final boxing bout at the North Paris Arena on Saturday.—AFP PARIS: Imane Khelif, embroiled in a major gender controversy, beat Hungary’s Luca Anna Hamori by unanimous decision and bursting into tears after winning the welterweight quarter-final fight at the […]
France coach Henry criticises his players after win over Argentina ends in brawl – Sport
PARIS: France coach Thierry Henry called the behaviour of some of his players unacceptable after their 1-0 Olympic quarter-final victory over Argentina in Bordeaux ended in a brawl and a red card for midfielder Enzo Millot. Hosts France knocked out Argentina on Friday to avenge the country’s defeat in the last World Cup final in […]
Actor Wahaj Ali reflects on how fame has changed her life
Pakistani actor Wahaj Ali, who enjoys immense popularity in both Pakistan and neighbouring India, recently spoke about how fame has brought changes to his life. A short video from Wahaj Ali and Yumna Zaidi’s tour has gone viral on social media, showing Wahaj Ali discussing his experiences with fame. During an event, a journalist asked […]
Financial compensation for missing persons alone does not address issue: DHR – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Chairperson of Defense of Human Rights (DHR) Amna Masood Janjua has urged the government to prioritise the safe return of missing persons instead of offering financial compensation. In a press conference at the National Press Club on Saturday, Ms Janjua responded to the government’s recent announcement of financial assistance packages for the families of […]
PPP calls for National Assembly dissolution, fresh elections amid political tensions
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has urged the federal government to dissolve the National Assembly and hold new elections amidst growing political tensions. This advice came from PPP Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari, who emphasized the need for a fresh mandate if the government feels threatened. In an interview with a private television channel, Bukhari […]
It brings India and Pakistan closer Sunidhi Chauhan praises Pakistani music
Renowned Indian singer Sunidhi Chauhan has expressed her admiration for Pakistani music, highlighting its role in fostering a sense of unity between the people of India and Pakistan. In a recent interview, Chauhan shared her positive experiences working with Pakistani artists and praised the rich musical culture across the border. “I have collaborated with many […]
Of man’s murderous ‘honour’ – Pakistan
HORRIFIED by TV images of a young woman in a hospital in upper Sindh, and whose own father had attacked her with an axe because she wanted to divorce an abusive husband, I googled ‘woman+axe+attack’, and what did I find? Where a man has been ‘dishonoured’, axes are among the weapons of choice. Others include […]
Bilawal Bhutto takes a break from politics, spotted spending time with nephews
Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has been noticeably absent from the political scene lately. Instead, he has been spending quality time with his family, particularly his nephews. His sister, Bakhtawar Bhutto-Zardari, recently shared a heartwarming video on social media, showing Bilawal engaged in a colouring activity with his elder nephew, Mir […]
Won’t spare those who aim to weaken Balochistan: CM Bugti
QUETTA: Balochistan’s Chief Minister, Sarfraz Bugti, has made a firm commitment to counter any attempts to destabilise the province, emphasisng the government’s zero-tolerance policy against terrorism and extremism. Speaking at the Martyrs’ Day ceremony, Bugti declared, “We won’t spare those who aim to weaken Balochistan,” asserting that the true honour lies with the families of […]
Noshki killing brings govt, BYC face to face, again – Pakistan
GWADAR / QUETTA: The distrust between the government and Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leadership has further deepened after fresh recriminations over the killing of a protester in Noshki. Protests, roadblocks and sit-in continued to disrupt life across the province on Saturday as both BYC and the government accused each other of not honouring the agreement […]