Talks stalled due to govt’s stubbornness: PTI’s Waqas Sheikh
Listen to article Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Central Secretary for Information Sheikh Waqas Akram criticised the government, claiming its inflexibility has caused negotiations to break down, Express News reported. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Akram said, “The talks have stalled due to the government’s stubbornness. We are being asked to submit our demands in writing, but we have never […]
Gold prices surge in global and local markets
Listen to article Gold prices saw a significant increase today, both in the international and local markets. The price of gold in the global bullion market rose by $13 per ounce, bringing the new international price to $2,665. Meanwhile, in local gold markets, the price of 24-carat gold per tola increased by Rs1,300, reaching 278,300 rupees. Similarly, […]
Six dead in India temple stampede – World
At least six people were crushed to death at a Hindu religious gathering in India, with several more injured, officials said on Thursday. A huge crowd had gathered to collect entrance tokens to visit the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh when the stampede broke out on Wednesday. “The unfortunate […]
Important step taken for timely passport issuance
In a significant move to ensure timely passport issuance, Director General of Immigration and Passports, Mustafa Jamal Qazi, has announced that passport delivery counters across all cities will now operate 24/7. In directives issued to zonal heads of the Directorate of Immigration and Passports, citizens have been informed that they can collect their passports anytime […]
Bangladesh Garment Industry Rebounds, But Workers Say Little Change – World
In a vast Bangladeshi factory hall thrumming with sewing machines, garment workers churn out seemingly endless pairs of mountain hiking trousers for customers in Europe and North America. Bangladesh’s key clothing manufacturing industry supplying global brands was crippled by a revolution that toppled the government last year, in which garment sector protesters played an important […]
Trump looks to Greenland to cement his legacy and expand sphere of US influence – World
Trump’s recent comments underline how his desire is a deep-rooted ambition — not a fleeting fancy. US President-elect Donald Trump is serious about trying to acquire Greenland, both to expand America’s sphere of influence in the Western Hemisphere and as a way to cement his legacy, according to three sources familiar with his thinking. The […]
Senators raise food safety issues – Pakistan
• Concerns include sale of ‘plastic rice’, poor quality milk• Govt proposes amendments to Cotton Cess Act ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on National Food Security and Research on Wednesday raised concerns over food safety standards in the country, with members highlighting issues such as plastic rice and substandard milk being sold in the market, […]
Hania Aamir Becomes the Most Followed Pakistani Celebrity on Instagram Once Again
PUBLISHED January 09, 2025 Hania Aamir, the beloved star of the hit drama ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum,’ has once again become the most-followed Pakistani celebrity on Instagram. Hania Aamir has broken her own record as the most followed Pakistani on the platform. Before Aamir hit 14 million followers it was Ayeza Khan who held the […]
‘Kandahar leadership can help Pakistan rein in TTP’ – Pakistan
• Experts suggest prevailing on Hibatullah Akhundzada to solve outstanding issues with Afghanistan• Call for holistic approach to counterterrorism• PIPS head opposes idea of restarting dialogue with banned group, says it would lend them political legitimacy ISLAMABAD: Pakistan should engage with the Afghan Taliban leadership in Kandahar — the actual seat of power in Afghanistan […]
European leaders slam Musk, his penchant for ‘fascism’ – World
LONDON: As the European Union grapples with how to respond to Elon Musk, European leaders warned that fascism could return as the X owner “openly attacks our institutions” and “stirs up hatred”. Musk, who is set for a role in US President-elect Donald Trump’s administration, has provoked fury across Europe with a string of hostile […]