The curious case of Mustafa murder
Listen to article The narrative surrounding the murder of young boy Mustafa Amir has frequently shifted in media — from abduction to ransom, then to brutal killing, illegal weapons, network of narcotics and now 60 laptops. Regardless of how much truth lies in these details and how much is likely to withstand scrutiny in the court, all these […]
‘Do whatever the hell you want,’ Iran tells Trump, rejecting negotiations under threat
Listen to article President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would not negotiate with the US while being threatened, telling President Donald Trump to “do whatever the hell you want”, Iranian state media reported on Tuesday. “It is unacceptable for us that they (the US) give orders and make threats. I won’t even negotiate with you. Do whatever the […]
PM condemns attack on Jaffar Express, lauds security forces’ efforts
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has praised the timely action and bravery of security forces, stating that cowardly terrorists are being forced to retreat due to their efforts, Express News reported. In a strong condemnation of the cowardly attack on the Jaffar Express near Bolan Pass on Tuesday, the PM acknowledged the ongoing operations against […]
‘Intense’ firing at Quetta-Peshawar train with 500 on board; Balochistan govt says rescue teams dispatched – Pakistan
The Balochistan government dispatched rescue teams amid reports of “intense” firing at a Peshawar-bound passenger train from Quetta near Bolan district on Tuesday with almost 500 passengers, but specifics regarding the attack and casualties have so far not been shared by the authorities. “There are reports of intense firing at a Jaffar Express [train], which […]
Sugar sent to Afghanistan was not smuggled but exported for first time: finance minister – Pakistan
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Tuesday that for the first time, sugar sent to Afghanistan was not smuggled but exported with the help of all law enforcement authorities deployed at the border. While providing updates on the country’s economic progress, the minister said the remittance inflow for Feb 2025 had reached an impressive $3.1 […]
Karakoram Highway blocked in Lotar area of Kohistan due to landslide – Pakistan
The Karakoram highway (KKH) has been blocked in the limits of the Lotar police station in Upper Kohistan due to a heavy landslide since Monday night, police officials said today. This disconnects Gilgit Baltistan and parts of Kohistan from the rest of the country, leaving hundreds of travelers and families stranded on both sides of […]
India signs deal to acquire Starlink internet service
An Indian telecom company has reached an agreement with SpaceX to provide Starlink internet services in India, according to Indian media reports. The deal marks a significant step towards expanding Starlink’s global reach. The licence application for Starlink has reportedly reached an advanced stage, with initial approval nearing completion. However, the Indian telecom company clarified […]
Six Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in West Bank operation
Listen to article Five Palestinians, including a 60-year-old woman, were killed by Israeli forces in Jenin over the past 24 hours, the Palestinian Authority said on Tuesday, adding to a growing toll from one of the largest operations seen in the West Bank in years. Another man, who was wanted over previous incidents, was killed by Palestinian […]
Firing on Peshawar-bound train prompts Balochistan govt to take ‘emergency measures’ – Pakistan
Armed men on Tuesday opened fire on a Peshawar-bound passenger train near Balochistan’s Bolan district, officials said, prompting the provincial government to take “emergency measures.” “There are reports of intense firing at a Jaffar Express [train], which was heading from Quetta to Peshawar, between Pehro Kunri and Gadalar,” Balochistan government spokesperson Shahid Rind said in […]
Pakistani architect Dr Yasmeen Lari refuses Israel’s Wolf Prize over Gaza genocide
Listen to article Renowned Pakistani architect Yasmeen Lari has turned down the prestigious Wolf Prize 2025 in the field of architecture, citing the “continuing genocide” of Palestinians in Gaza. Lari confirmed her decision on Tuesday, explaining that she could not accept the award due to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The Wolf Prize, granted annually in […]