No rain expected in Karachi for next 10 days, temperatures to rise
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast no rain for Karachi over the next 10 days, with temperatures expected to rise by 1-2°C due to increased sunshine starting Thursday. On Tuesday, the city’s weather was partly cloudy and humid, with a maximum temperature of 33.5°C and humidity at 69%. For Wednesday, partly cloudy and […]
After police clashes at Sangjani, ‘at least 11’ MNAs arrested in raids across Islamabad: PTI – Pakistan
A PTI official claimed on Tuesday that a total of 11 MNAs, in addition to another party leader, had been arrested since last night, when law enforcement agencies whisked away key leaders from various parts of Islamabad, including the Parliament House. The PTI, after initially claiming that a dozen of its leaders had been arrested […]
US sanctions Russian, Iranian firms over ballistic missile transfers
The United States on Tuesday unveiled fresh sanctions against more than a dozen firms and individuals in Russia and Iran in response to what it called Iran’s “escalatory” decision to send ballistic missiles to Russia. The sanctions targeted 10 people and six companies for their involvement in supporting Iran’s defense sector, and identified four vessels […]
Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei’s attacker dies from burns, hospital says – World
The man accused of dousing in petrol and setting alight Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died from burns sustained during the fatal attack on the Ugandan athlete, a hospital official said on Tuesday. Cheptegei, 33, who competed in the marathon at the Paris Olympics, suffered burns to more than 75 per cent of her body […]
Off-the-record remarks by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa misreported, says SC
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has clarified that off-the-record comments made by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa during a conversation with journalists were “needlessly and inaccurately” reported, causing unnecessary sensationalism. Chief Justice Isa clarified that he had only refused to accept an extension through person-specific legislation. However, he did not state that he would […]
Trump and Harris set for high-stakes debate that could redefine 2024 race
Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump meet for the first time on Tuesday night in their only scheduled debate, a clash that could prove pivotal in their pitched battle for the White House. The nationally televised debate beginning at 6 am PST on Wednesday takes place just eight weeks before the November 5 election. The race is a close one […]
PTA clarifies VPNs not being blocked in the country – Pakistan
The Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) on Tuesday dispelled rumours and clarified that virtual private networks (VPNs) in the country were not being blocked. The use of VPNs by local internet users witnessed a significant increase in 2024. Most people have been using them to access X, formerly Twitter, which has been blocked in the country […]
Israeli defence minister sees ‘strategic opportunity’ in Gaza truce deal
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant offered his support for a hostage release agreement in the first phase of a Gaza truce deal, saying it would give Israel a “strategic opportunity” to address other security challenges. Bringing the hostages home is “the right thing to do”, Gallant told foreign journalists. “Achieving an agreement is also a […]
New Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch to take charge from Wednesday
ISLAMABAD: The second female foreign secretary in the history of Pakistan’s Foreign Service will take charge of her new responsibilities on Wednesday as the incumbent Cyrus Qazi relinquished his charge after reaching the age of superannuation. Cyrus is being replaced by Amna Baloch, who was serving as Pakistan’s Ambassador to Brussels and the European Union. […]
Indian minister to skip Pakistan visit, join SCO huddle virtually
ISLAMABAD: The Indian trade minister will virtually attend the upcoming meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) being hosted by Pakistan, officials familiar with the development said here on Tuesday. The SCO trade ministers meeting will be held in Islamabad on Thursday, according to officials. Pakistan invited India along with other SCO members for the meeting. […]