PM reaffirms commitment to equal opportunities for women on National Working Women’s Day
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to ensuring women have equal opportunities to thrive and contribute to the country’s development, marking National Working Women’s Day with a message of appreciation and support. In his address, the Prime Minister celebrated the invaluable contributions of Pakistani women in shaping society and driving economic progress. “Women […]
Angry questions in Germany after Christmas market attack – World
The German government faced growing questions on Sunday about whether more could have been done to prevent the Christmas market car-ramming attack that killed five people and injured over 200. The Saudi suspect, 50-year-old psychiatrist and anti-Islam activist Taleb al-Abdulmohsen had made online death threats against German citizens and had a history of quarrelling with […]
India child marriage crackdown reaches nearly 5,000 arrests – World
A crackdown on illegal child marriages in India’s northeast has resulted in nearly 5,000 arrests, after 416 people were detained in the latest police sweep, a minister said on Sunday. “We will continue to take bold steps to end this social evil,” Himanta Biswa Sarma, chief minister of Assam state, said in a statement. “Assam […]
PTI founder’s legal team informed of decision delay
An accountability court in Islamabad has notified the legal representatives of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, that the verdict in the £190 million reference will not be announced tomorrow. According to Express News, sources within the accountability court stated that the decision in the high-profile case involving the PTI […]
Ivanka Trump steps away from politics and focus on family life
Ivanka Trump, a prominent figure during her father Donald Trump’s presidency, has announced her decision to step back from politics to focus on her family. Since departing Washington in January 2021, she has emphasised her commitment to raising her young children and prioritising personal well-being, making it clear she has no plans to re-enter the […]
South Africa win toss and elect to bowl first in third ODI against Pakistan
Listen to article South African captain Temba Bavuma won the toss elecgted to bowl first at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. Although Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, had already secured the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead, they were eager to finish the ODI series with a win before focusing on the upcoming two-match Test series, which […]
Mohsin Naqvi meets Sheikh Al Nahyan to finalize Champions Trophy neutral venue
Listen to article Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) sources have told Express News that Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has met with UAE Cricket Board Chief Sheikh Al Nahyan last night. During the meeting, Dubai Stadium was finalised as the neutral venue for the ICC Champions Trophy under the hybrid model. Sources revealed that the discussion also included easing visa processes […]
Houthis strike Tel Aviv in pre-dawn missile attack – World
TEL AVIV: A missile fired from Yemen by Houthi rebels struck Israel’s commercial hub Tel Aviv before dawn on Saturday, wounding 16 people in the second such attack in days. The Israeli military said it failed to intercept the missile, forcing many residents to leave their homes in the early hours. The Houthis claimed responsibility […]
Speaker Ayaz Sadiq summons govt, PTI talks
Listen to article The Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, has called the first meeting of the government and PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf) negotiation committees for tomorrow. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq stated that he has invited the members of both committees to meet at 11:30 AM tomorrow (Monday), and he will meet them in his chamber at […]
WILDLIFE: AN ELEPHANT AND HER TYRE – Newspaper
It was the last Tuesday of November and there was an air of anticipation at Karachi’s sprawling Safari Park. Outside the elephant enclosure, a curious crowd of reporters and activists stood with cell phones and cameras out, exchanging whispers. Madhubala, the lone elephant left at Karachi Zoo, had just been shifted to these bigger premises […]