MQM-P lawmaker Mohan Manjiani tenders resignation
Listen to article Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) member of the National Assembly (MNA), Dr. Mohan Manjiani, who was elected on a minority seat in the February 8 general elections, has resigned from his position, Express News reported. Dr. Manjiani’s resignation comes after consultations with the senior leadership of his party. Sources confirmed that the MNA submitted his […]
Hub sit-in ends after release of missing persons – Pakistan
KHUZDAR: The family members and workers of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) ended their 30-hour-long sit-in on the Quetta-Karachi Highway in Hub following the return of missing persons Zubair Baloch and Jamal Baloch. Following their arrests two days ago, the family members, along with BYC leaders and supporters, had blocked the highway in the Bhawani […]
WHO demands Gaza hospital chief’s release – World
A displaced Palestinian woman gestures at a tent camp following heavy rains in Deir Al-Balah, Gaza Strip, on Monday.—Reuters • Red Cross says healthcare in Palestinian enclave ‘obliterated’• 27 killed in 24 hours; five more Palestinians die in Israeli detention GENEVA: The WHO chief called on Monday for the immediate release of Hossam Abu Safiyeh, […]
Large shipment of alcohol seized
Listen to article A major shipment of alcohol reportedly intended for distribution on New Year’s Eve was intercepted by police in Lahore. The raid took place at the Model Town Caddery Parking lot, following a tip-off, Express News reported. The police, led by Naseerabad authorities, discovered a total of 140 bottles of liquor from a person named […]
South Korea orders safety probe after deadly airline crash – World
MUAN COUNTY: South Korea’s acting President Choi Sang-mok on Monday ordered an emergency safety inspection of the country’s entire airline operation as investigators worked to identify victims and find out what caused the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil. All 175 passengers and four of the six crew were killed when a Jeju Air […]
With 149 outbreaks in Sindh, deadly measles makes a comeback – Pakistan
• Health dept data shows 132 children died from vaccine-preventable disease this year• Expert laments parents not utilising free vaccines against 12 major diseases KARACHI: Measles — a highly contagious but vaccine-preventable viral infection — is rearing its ugly head again after affecting thousands of children and killing at least 150 children this year in […]
Five-year transformation plan for economy to be unveiled – Pakistan
• Ahsan Iqbal urges civil servants to play role in shaping country’s future• Says Chashma-5 project reflects strong Pakistan-China bond ISLAMABAD: The federal government will unveil the National Economic Transformation Plan 2024-29 today (Tuesday), Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal announced during a ceremony on Monday. The five-year plan aims to address key economic challenges through a […]
Germany accuses Musk of trying to influence polls – World
BERLIN: The German government accused US billionaire Elon Musk on Monday of trying to influence its election due in February with articles supporting the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, even though it suggested they amounted to “nonsense”. Musk, who is set to serve Donald Trump’s new administration as an outside adviser, endorsed the AfD […]
Police to register attempted murder cases over firing
Listen to article Karachi Police have issued a stern warning to citizens about the dangers of celebratory firing on New Year’s Eve, stating that cases of attempted murder will be filed against violators. Announcements across mosques in the city are urging people to avoid aerial firing, with strict measures in place to enforce the ban. Sindh’s Inspector […]
Polio tally climbs to 68 on cusp of new year – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The country reported yet another case of wild poliovirus (WPV1) on Monday, bringing the total number of cases this year to 68. The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health confirmed that the case was detected in Dera Ismail Khan. “This is the 10th polio case from D.I. Khan […]