Ali Amin Gandapur’s outburst against women, journalists slammed – Pakistan
Information Minister Ataullah Tarar (right) speaks during a press conference in Islamabad.—APP ISLAMABAD / LAHORE: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s remarks about media, women and the Punjab chief minister attracted condemnation from almost all sides on Monday, even prompting PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan to tender an unconditional apology for the language […]
LHC reinstates Lt Gen Munir Afsar as Nadra chairman
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has reinstated Lieutenant General Munir Afsar as chairman of the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) after suspending a previous court ruling that had declared his appointment null and void. The decision was made by a two-member bench comprising Justices Chaudhry Muhammad Iqbal and Ahmad Nadeem Arshad, following an intra-court […]
Remittances jump by 44pc in two months – Business
KARACHI: Overseas Pakistanis sent 44 per cent more remittances in the first two months (July and August) of the current fiscal year (FY25), compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year. In July, remittances went up by 48 per cent year-on-year, setting a trend of higher inflows. The receipts for July were $2.994 […]
$19bn shortfall halts flood reconstruction – Business
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has received $10.9 billion from international development partners out of the $30 billion total estimated loss for post-flood reconstruction work, leaving a $19.1 billion shortfall that has halted the rehabilitation of flood-affected communities in three provinces. The updates were shared with the Policy and Strategy Committee (PSC) and the Oversight Board on Post-Flood […]
MAGA influencers scramble as Russian indictment uncovers election manipulation scheme
Following the Department of Justice’s recent indictment tied to a Russian-backed election manipulation scheme, several prominent right-wing influencers and platforms aligned with the MAGA movement are reacting swiftly. The indictment, which alleges that a network of influencers was used to push pro-Kremlin narratives in favor of Donald Trump during the 2020 election, has sparked immediate […]
PTI top brass swooped up after Sangjani power show – Pakistan
PTI leader Barrister Gohar Ali Khan is bundled into a vehicle by police personnel following his arrest, outside the Parliament House on Monday night.—Mohammad Asim / White Star • Gohar, Marwat, Zubair whisked away by police from outside parliament; Shaheen picked up from his office• Several PTI leaders take shelter in assembly; CM Gandapur’s whereabouts […]
Imran Khan defends K-P CM, urges PTI to remove ‘cowards’ who apologised for Gandapur
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding leader Imran Khan has defended Ali Amin Gandapur and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister’s controvertial remarks that have landed him in hot water recently. Talking about the K-P CM’s incendiary remarks, Khan claimed that Gandapur had merely expressed the ‘nation’s sentiments.’ ‘Party members who had apologised for Gandapur’s remarks are weak cowards,, they should not […]
Israeli strikes kill 40 killed Khan Younis humanitarian zone
In the latest escalation of Israel’s onslught on Gaza, an IDF airstrike on a tent camp in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, has resulted in at least 40 deaths and 60 injuries, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. The strike targeted a humanitarian zone designated for displaced Palestinians. The camp, which had become a refuge for tens […]
Allies congregate to mull ‘constitutional package’ – Pakistan
(Left) Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani, President Asif Ali Zardari, Chaudhry Salik Hussain and former caretaker PM Anwaarul Haq Kakar attend a dinner, hosted in honour of PPP, ANP, PML-Q and Istehkaam-i-Pakistan Party lawmakers, at Aiwan-i-Sadr on Monday night.—White Star • President, PM convene separate meetings• Strategy discussed to muster two-thirds majority for constitutional amendment• […]
Indonesia imposes moratorium on new hotel construction in Bali
Indonesia has announced a moratorium on new hotel, villa, and nightclub construction in Bali due to growing concerns over the impacts of tourism on the island’s infrastructure, environment, and culture. The suspension aims to address issues arising from the surge in tourist numbers following the pandemic. The timeframe for the moratorium is not yet clear, […]