US probes China chip industry on ‘anticompetitive’ concerns – Tech
The United States said Monday it is opening an investigation into China’s policies for its semiconductor industry, over concerns that Beijing is turning to “extensive anticompetitive and non-market means” to undermine other economies. The probe centers on foundational semiconductors — which go into everything from cars to medical devices — and whether China’s actions create […]
Indian police say it killed three Sikh separatists – World
Indian police said on Monday they had killed three Sikh separatists fighting for a separate homeland known as “Khalistan”, the struggle for which sparked deadly violence in the 1980s and 1990s. The campaign for Khalistan was at the heart of a diplomatic firestorm last year after Indian intelligence operatives were linked to the killing of […]
Wedding preparations for Nawaz Sharif’s grandson complete, guests from India expected: sources
Listen to article Preparations for the wedding of grandson of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, Zaid Hussain Nawaz, have been completed, with arrangements in place for international guests attending the event, Express News reported on Monday. Zaid is the son of Hussain Nawaz, who was declared bankrupt by a British court. According to sources within the Pakistan […]
Pakistan signs up for bloc advocating new fossil fuel treaty – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has joined a coalition spearheaded by small island Pacific states to push for a new treaty focused on managing an equitable phase-out of fossil fuels and financing a global just transition away from the threat of coal, oil and gas production, according to a statement issued by the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative. […]
Police arrest suspect who killed woman after setting her on fire in New York subway – World
New York City police arrested a man suspected of setting fire to a woman on the subway in Brooklyn who died from the incident, authorities said, calling it “one of the most depraved crimes” a person could commit. The man “calmly walked up to the victim” on the F train in Brooklyn and set her […]
Kabul hails Saudi decision to resume activities at Afghanistan embassy – World
The Afghan foreign ministry on Monday welcomed Saudi Arabia’s decision to resume its diplomatic operations in Kabul, more than three years after Riyadh withdrew its staff during the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. “We are optimistic about the possibility of strengthening relations and cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan through the resumption of these activities,” said […]
K-P govt declares emergency in Kurram district
Listen to article The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) government has imposed a relief emergency in Kurram district due to the prevailing law and order situation, Express News reported. The decision was made during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur. The provincial cabinet discussed the security situation and overall circumstances in Kurram. Official sources confirmed that […]
PTI-govt negotiations begin as committees meet at Parliament House – Pakistan
The first meeting between committees representing the government and the opposition PTI has begun today (Monday), kicking off long-anticipated talks between the rival parties to defuse prevailing political tensions. Earlier this month, former premier and PTI founder Imran Khan announced his party’s committee for talks with “anyone”. Subsequently, following the recommendation of NA Speaker Ayaz […]
Wife, involved with another, kills husband after divorce denial in Karachi
Listen to article Karachi’s Sohrab Goth police have arrested three individuals, including a woman, her father, and her brother, in connection with the murder of her husband. The victim, 28-year-old Shahid Ali, was reportedly strangled to death by his wife, Noor Sameena, who attempted to stage the crime as a suicide. Police sources confirmed that the victim’s […]
Government announces public holidays for 2025
The Cabinet Division has officially released a notification outlining the public holidays for 2025, including national, Islamic, and minority-specific observances. In an official announcement, the Pakistani government confirmed the dates for the upcoming year’s public holidays. The Cabinet Division’s notification includes holidays for both national and Islamic festivals, as well as those for minority communities. […]