Sri Lanka hammer Australia in record 174-run rout – Sport
Sri Lanka spinner Dunith Wellalage took four wickets to give a hapless Australia their lowest-ever total in Asia with a 174-run loss in Friday’s second and final ODI. Chasing a target of 282 in Colombo, a much-changed Australia testing their lineup for next week’s Champions Trophy were bundled out for a meagre 107. The spectacular […]
PAF showcases JF-17 fighter jet capabilities in Saudi Arabia drill
Listen to article The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) showcased the long-range operational capabilities of its indigenous JF-17 fighter jets during the Exercise Spears of Victory-2025 in Saudi Arabia, the military’s media wing said on Friday, as the PAF contingent returned home. The international exercise, held at King Abdul Aziz Air Base, involved air forces from Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, […]
IFC to boost investment in Pakistan, unlocking $2b annually for infrastructure
Listen to article The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private investment arm of the World Bank, is increasing equity investments and focusing on large-scale infrastructure financing in Pakistan. According to IFC Chief Makhtar Diop, the investment plan could unlock up to $2 billion annually over the next decade. Diop’s visit to Pakistan follows the World Bank’s announcement […]
Russian drone ‘struck’ Chernobyl cover, no radiation increase: Zelensky – World
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday that a Russian drone had struck the cover built to contain radiation at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, adding that radiation levels were normal. The Ukrainian air force said that Russia had launched 133 drones across the country overnight — including attack drones — targeting northern regions of […]
Pope Francis taken to hospital for bronchitis after struggling to speak – World
Pope Francis was taken to hospital on Friday with bronchitis and will skip several planned public events over the next three days, the Vatican said after the 88-year-old pontiff was seen struggling to speak during one of his meetings in the morning. “Pope Francis was admitted to the Policlinico Agostino Gemelli for some necessary diagnostic […]
Apple reveals date for exciting new release
Apple is set to unveil the first update to the iPhone SE since 2022 on February 19, according to a cryptic post by CEO Tim Cook on X. “Get ready to meet the newest member of the family. Wednesday, February 19,” the post read. This announcement is expected to be part of a busy week for […]
Karachi administration revises timings for movement of heavy vehicles – Pakistan
The Karachi authorities have slightly revised the timings on the movement of heavy vehicles, such as dumpers, and will now allow them to operate from 10pm to 6am. Rules restricting the movement of heavy vehicles were recently implemented amid rising traffic accidents involving dumpers and tankers, and protests over the deaths of citizens. Several political […]
Govt to enhance workforce skills for Middle Eastern job market
Listen to article The government is taking significant measures to bridge the skills gap and enhance the global competitiveness of workers aspiring to work abroad, particularly in the Middle East. During a National Assembly session, Parliamentary Secretary for Federal Education and Professional Training, Farah Naz Akbar, outlined the government’s workforce development strategy. The government has established the […]
Six newly appointed Supreme Court judges take oath – Pakistan
The six newly appointed Supreme Court judges on Friday were administered oath by Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Yahya Afridi at a ceremony in Islamabad. The judges’ appointment was marred by controversy when the meeting of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) on Feb 10 when four members walked out, fervent opposition by the opposition […]
FO dismisses India-US statement against Pakistan as ‘one-sided, misleading’ – Pakistan
The Foreign Office on Friday dismissed the accusations made by India and the United States against Pakistan in a joint statement, terming it “one-sided, misleading, and contrary to diplomatic norms.” The joint statement came after US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met at the White House a day earlier. It referenced […]