How student protests ousted so-called ‘iron lady’ – World
army personnel stand guard as anti-government protesters march towards the PM’s palace.—AFP DHAKA: Protests in Bangladesh that began as student-led demonstrations against government hiring rules in July culminated on Monday in the prime minister fleeing and the military announcing it would form an interim government. At least 300 people were killed in more than a […]
Arshad Nadeem qualifies for Olympic Javelin final in Paris 2024
Listen to article Pakistan’s javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has secured a spot in the Olympic final after a strong performance in the qualification round at the Stade de France. Nadeem achieved a throw of 86.59 metres, placing second in Pool B behind India’s Neeraj Chopra. Nadeem, celebrated for his achievements on both national and international stages, aims […]
It’s all or nothing for Arshad in Paris – Pakistan
Maybe it is just kismet and “Allah ki meherbani” and the timing of his sporting ascent coinciding with Salman becoming his coach, like DNA just working out a certain way, creating a certain something, existing in the right time and space. Arshad Nadeem is the best he can be. Yet, he has nothing. At least, […]
From Mujibur Rehman to Sheikh Hasina
NEW DELHI,: The recent resignation of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, announced by Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman amid violent anti-quota protests, brings attention once more to the country’s tumultuous history of political upheaval and coups. 1975 Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Bangladesh’s first Prime Minister and Hasina’s father, was assassinated in a military coup that ushered in […]
Indus Motor Company shuts plant for three days – Business
KARACHI: Indus Motor Company (IMC) has announced a three-day plant closure just after five days of celebrating the export of vehicles in a grand ceremony at the plant. IMC, in a stock filing on Monday, said it would keep its production activities closed from August 6-8, 2024, due to low inventories and raw materials. As […]
Paraguayan Swimmer Luana Alonso Disqualified and Removed from Olympic Village
Paraguayan swimmer Luana Alonso has been disqualified from the Olympic Village after authorities noted that her presence created an “inappropriate environment.” The decision follows Alonso’s disappointing performance at the Paris Olympics, where she placed sixth in the preliminary heats for the 50m, 100m, and 200m butterfly events. Alonso, who held multiple Paraguayan records in butterfly […]
Search begins for new FBR chairman – Business
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has stepped up efforts to find the new head of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) as the incumbent is set to retire on Aug 15, Dawn learnt on Monday. The government has been compelled to look for the new tax czar as the FBR chairman, Amjed Zubair Tiwana, has sought […]
Who is Nahid Islam, student leader of campaign to oust PM Sheikh Hasina?
DHAKA: Often seen in public with a Bangladeshi flag tied across his forehead, Nahid Islam is a soft-spoken sociology student who spearheaded the protest that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after 15 straight years in power. Islam, 26, was the coordinator of a student movement against quotas in government jobs that morphed into an oust-Hasina […]
PCB considers UAE for PSL 10 final as England declines hosting offer
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) found themselves in a predicament as they contemplated relocating the PSL 10 playoffs and final match to another country. England had initially emerged as the top candidate for hosting these crucial matches. However, in a recent development, England declined the proposal, citing the unavailability of their grounds as the primary […]
History of BJP’s diplomatic gaffes – World
FOR India’s ruling BJP, what will Aug 5 be most remembered for? It is, of course, the day that Sheikh Hasina Wajed was deposed by a mass uprising against her authoritarian government. The ousted Bangladesh premier was perhaps a rare close ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a neighbourhood where India endures persistent Sino-phobic […]