Faisal Vawda claims Pakistan’s trump card will bring positive winds
Listen to article Senator Faisal Vawda has expressed confidence in Pakistan’s economic progress, emphasising potential investment deals during the Trump team’s visit. In a post on X, the senator claimed he had earlier predicted the positive developments for 28 January 2025. He described the day as a turning point, bringing what he called “positive winds” for […]
Peca bill introduced in the Senate amid opposition protests – Pakistan
The Senate on Tuesday moved a motion to pass the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) Bill, 2025 amid protests by the opposition in the house. The motion was moved by Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain. The Senate today is set to greenlight amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) […]
Five Khwarij killed as security forces thwart attack on post in Balochistan: ISPR
Listen to article Security forces have successfully thwarted a terrorist attack on a security post in Gulistan area of Balochistan’s Qila Abdullah District, during the night of January 27- January 28. The terrorists attempted to breach the perimeter using an explosive-laden vehicle after their initial assault was repelled, according to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). In […]
Coca-Cola recalls drinks over chlorate safety concerns in select markets
Listen to article Coca-Cola has initiated a recall of certain drinks across several European countries due to safety concerns involving higher-than-acceptable levels of chlorate, a chemical byproduct. The recall affects products in Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, with a small number of products also shipped to the UK, where they have already been sold. The affected drinks […]
Senate session today set to greenlight changes to Peca law widely opposed by journalists – Pakistan
The Senate on Tuesday is set to greenlight amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) Bill, 2025, while the opposition and journalists strongly criticised the changes to the country’s cybercrime laws. The National Assembly rushed the controversial amendments to Peca last week amid protests, with PTI lawmakers and journalists walking out of proceedings. […]
Punjab CM forms 8-member committee for free plot distribution
Listen to article Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has established an 8-member committee to finalise the terms of reference (TORs) for distributing free plots to the public, Express News reported. The committee’s mandate includes overseeing the development of 3 and 5-marla housing schemes and ensuring the completion of 20,000 homes in the province by February. CM […]
Convoy of oil tankers attacked in Kurram – Pakistan
KURRAM: Miscreants opened fire on a convoy of oil tankers in Bagan area on Monday to disrupt the supply of diesel and petrol to Kurram tribal district. However, no damage was reported, with oil carriers successfully reaching Alizai area in the district afterward. “When our tankers reached Bagan Bazaar under police and security forces escort, […]
Pregnant woman beaten to death during ‘exorcism’ in Badin – Pakistan
BADIN: A pregnant woman was killed after being subjected to brutal beatings over the course of five days — in the name of an exorcism. Although the suspected killers are in police custody, a case has yet to be registered. The tragic incident occured in Khuda Bakhsh Hisbani village near Malkani Sharif town, on Monday. […]
Pregnant woman beaten to death during ‘exorcism’ in Sindh – Pakistan
BADIN: A pregnant woman was killed after being subjected to brutal beatings over the course of five days — in the name of an exorcism. Although the suspected killers are in police custody, a case has yet to be registered. The tragic incident occured in Khuda Bakhsh Hisbani village near Malkani Sharif town, on Monday. […]
Man battles AliExpress after receiving a photo instead of the drill he ordered
Listen to article Georgia resident Sylvester Franklin decided it was time to upgrade his tools. Like many people, he turned to online shopping and ordered a drill from AliExpress. However, instead of receiving the tool he paid for, Franklin was sent a printed photo of the drill he ordered. “They sent me this. A picture is what […]