Pakistan all set to launch first women’s software technology park in Azad Kashmir
Government announced plans to establish the country’s first women’s software technology park in Azad Kashmir, with a targeted launch date set for February. The initiative aims to bridge the region’s gender-based digital divide and promote women’s participation in the tech industry. The decision was made during a meeting of the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), […]
Israeli air strike kills 12 members of family, including 7 children
An Israeli air strike has killed 12 members of a family, including seven children, in the northern Gaza Strip, according to the Palestinian Civil Defence rescue agency. The bombing, which took place in Jabalia, saw victims pulled from the rubble of the Khallah family home. “All of the martyrs are from the same family, including […]
Manchester City’s crisis deepens as Villa hand title holders another defeat
Aston Villa delivered a stunning 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday, further deepening the woes of the reigning champions. Goals from Colombian forward Jhon Duran and former City player Morgan Rogers saw Villa leapfrog City into fifth place in the Premier League table, while Pep Guardiola’s side slipped to sixth […]
legendary wrestler Mysterio Sr. dies at 66
Renowned Mexican wrestler Rey Mysterio Sr., the uncle of WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio Jr. and great uncle of WWE star Dominik Mysterio, has died at the age of 66, his family confirmed on Friday. Born Miguel Angel Lopez Dias, Mysterio Sr. made a significant mark in the world of professional wrestling. He began […]
Frozen dessert makers fined for mislabelling ice cream – Business
ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has imposed penalties of Rs75 million each on two manufacturers of frozen desserts for misleading consumers by falsely advertising their products as “ice cream”. The proceedings were initiated by the CCP following a complaint filed by Pakistan Fruit Juice Company (Pvt) Limited, the manufacturer of “Hico” ice cream. […]
Syria names new Foreign Minister following Bashar al-Assad’s ouster
Syria’s new rulers have appointed a foreign minister, the official Syrian news agency (SANA) said on Saturday, as they seek to build international relations two weeks after Bashar al-Assad was ousted. The ruling General Command named Asaad Hassan al-Shibani as foreign minister, SANA said. A source in the new administration told Reuters that this step […]
CJP asked to rescue two ‘failing varsities’ – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Dr Qibla Ayaz, an ad hoc member of the Shariat Appellate Bench of the Supreme Court, has drawn the attention of Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi to the dire state of affairs at the National Fertiliser Corporation Institute of Engineering and Technology (NFC IET) in Multan and the International Islamic University Islamabad […]
Two convicts sentenced by military courts in May 9 tragedy transferred to Adiala jail
Two individuals convicted by military courts for their involvement in the May 9 tragedy have been moved to Adiala Jail under tight security, Express News reported. Raja Muhammad Ihsan and Umar Farooq, who were sentenced by military courts, have been transferred to the high-security prison. Both men were sentenced to 10 years each for their […]
PTI Chairman Gohar pushes for talks, vows civil disobedience if stalled
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan expressed optimism that the government’s negotiation committee will be formed by tomorrow, while also reaffirming the party’s stance on pursuing a civil disobedience movement if necessary, although he emphasized that negotiations remain the preferred solution. Speaking to the media outside the Supreme Court, Barrister Gohar confirmed that […]
May 9 riots: Military courts hand 25 civilians 2-10 years’ prison time – Pakistan
Military courts have sentenced 25 civilians to prison terms ranging from two to 10 years for their involvement in violent attacks on military installations during nationwide riots on May 9, 2023, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Saturday. The development comes over a week after the Supreme Court’s constitutional […]