Balochistan Assembly reviews bill to prevent child marriage – Pakistan

QUETTA: The deputy speaker of the Balochistan Assembly, Ghazala Gola, on Wednesday emphasised the need to engage all stakeholders in drafting legislation to prevent child marriage and safeguard children’s rights. Presiding over a high-level meeting, Ms Gola was joined by Ayesha Raza Farooq, chairperson of the National Commission for the Rights of Children (NCRC), as […]

Israel hits port, energy sites in Yemen after missile intercepted – World

Israel said Thursday it struck ports and energy infrastructure used by Hputhi rebels in Yemen after intercepting a missile fired from the country, warning Houthi leaders it “will reach you too.” Houthi media said the strikes hit power stations, oil facilities and a port in Hodaidah, killing nine people and injuring others. The strikes came […]

Music Merch Is Having a Major Comeback Moment Right Now!

PUBLISHED December 19, 2024 Music merchandise has long been an essential element of artist branding, with fans flocking to concerts and online stores to grab items ranging from t-shirts to tote bags featuring their favorite artists. Historically, it’s been a way for fans to show their support beyond the confines of an arena. However, in […]

Activist tells UN forum how Saudis ‘silence dissent’ – World

RIYADH: A Saudi human rights activist on Wednesday appeared remotely at a UN forum to denounce the “silencing” of dissent in the Gulf kingdom. The appearance of Lina al-Hathloul at the Internet Governance Forum was a rare instance of an outspoken critic of the ruling royal family addressing a gathering on Saudi soil. Human Rights […]

South Africa opt to bowl first against Pakistan in second ODI

South Africa won the toss and elected to field first in the second One-Day International (ODI) against Pakistan at Cape Town on Thursday. Playing XIs: Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (C/WK), Kamran Ghulam, Salman Ali Agha, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed South Africa: […]

PPP opposes pay raise for Punjab MPAs – Pakistan

LAHORE: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Central Punjab Secretary General Syed Hassan Murtaza has criticised the government for what he called demolishing people’s homes in the name of anti-encroachment operations and increasing pay of the Punjab Assembly members. Addressing a press conference here on Wednesday, Murtaza alleged that false cases are being registered against the […]

Gaza mediators intensify ceasefire efforts as Israeli strikes kill 38 more – World

CAIRO: The United States, joined by Arab mediators, sought on Wednesday to conclude an agreement between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip where medics said Israeli strikes killed 38 more Palestinians overnight, bringing the death toll to 45,097 in last 14 months. A Palestinian official close to the negotiations said on […]

ICC confirms hybrid model for Champions Trophy 2025

Listen to article The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Thursday that the upcoming ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 will be played under a hybrid model, with matches between India and Pakistan taking place at neutral venues. This decision, confirmed by the ICC Board, is part of an agreement covering ICC events from 2024 to 2027. The […]

PEMRA’s requirement of ISPR approval for defence analysts on TV suspended

Listen to article The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has suspended a Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) notification that made it mandatory for defence analysts to obtain approval from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) before appearing on television channels. The court heard the case regarding the PEMRA notification, which stipulated that only retired officers of the armed […]

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