Karachi police chief orders effective steps to recover missing children – Pakistan
The Karachi police chief on Thursday ordered officers to take effective steps for the recovery of missing children amid a string of recent cases. Three children were recently kidnapped from the city, which prompted the Sindh chief minister and home minister to take notice and order the police to take practical measures for their immediate […]
‘Shattered souls’: Tears as UK teen gets life in custody over Southport girls’ murders that sparked riots – World
A UK judge on Thursday sentenced a self-confessed child killer to life in custody for brutally murdering three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country’s worst riots in over a decade, as the families wept in court at horrific details of the “extreme violence” he inflicted on them. Sentencing violence-obsessed […]
Make your products in America or pay tariffs, Trump tells World Economic Forum – World
US President Donald Trump told world business leaders on Thursday to manufacture in the United States or face tariffs, in his first major speech to global leaders since returning to the White House this week. Since his inauguration on Monday, Trump has said that Washington could impose steep tariffs on major trading partners Canada, Mexico […]
Drought in Punjab dents winter harvest – Pakistan
A winter drought is ravaging crops in Punjab, farmers said on Thursday, with the region parched by a 40 per cent drop in rainfall. Pakistan ranks among the countries most vulnerable to the effects of climate change, which scientists say is making extreme weather events more common and more severe. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) […]
UK teen gets life in custody over Southport girls’ murders that sparked riots – World
A UK judge on Thursday sentenced a self-confessed child killer to life in custody for brutally murdering three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country’s worst riots in over a decade. “I consider it likely he will never be released,” Judge Julian Goose said, adding that Axel Rudakubana, 18, must […]
Afghans in Pakistan awaiting US resettlement feel betrayal after Trump order – World
A decision by President Donald Trump’s administration to halt visa processing for refugees has caused uncertainty and shock at an English school for Afghans in Islamabad who are awaiting resettlement in the United States. Normally enthusiastic students were quiet or crying in class after the news broke on Tuesday, said Syed Hasibullah, a 20-year-old teacher […]
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest of Taliban leaders over persecution of women – World
The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) chief prosecutor on Thursday said he was seeking arrest warrants against senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan over the persecution of women, a crime against humanity. Karim Khan said in a statement that there were reasonable grounds to suspect that Supreme Leader Haibatullah Akhundzada and Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani “bear […]
Over 40% drop in rainfall ravages crops in Punjab
Listen to article A severe winter drought is wreaking havoc on crops across Punjab, Pakistan’s agricultural heartland, with the region experiencing a 40% drop in rainfall. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported a 42% reduction in rainfall from September to mid-January, leaving farmers grappling with major financial losses. Malik Asghar, chairman of the Punjab Fruit and Vegetable […]
Federal judge blocks Trump’s order to end birthright citizenship
Listen to article A federal judge in Seattle on Thursday blocked US President Donald Trump’s administration from implementing an executive order curtailing the right to automatic birthright citizenship in the United States, calling it “blatantly unconstitutional”. US District Judge John Coughenour at the urging of four Democratic-led states issued a temporary restraining order preventing the administration from […]
Sindh CM calls for VCs with administrative expertise in varsities
Listen to article Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has underscored the urgent need for vice-chancellors with strong administrative experience to lead universities, lamenting challenges in removing those accused of misconduct. Speaking at the 4th Research and Technology Showcase 2025, organised by the Sindh Higher Education Commission (HEC) at Expo Centre Karachi, CM Sindhexpressed disappointment over the […]