Man in Karachi held in child pornography case on US complaint – Pakistan
KARACHI: A judicial magistrate on Wednesday remanded a man in the custody of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in a child pornography case. The US consulate general, through its special agent Christopher Peterson, had filed a complaint against the suspect, accusing him of extorting minors in the United States. Later, the FIA Cyber Crime Reporting […]
Dana White confirms UFC working on Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall title fight
UFC president Dana White has confirmed that UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones is now open to fighting interim titleholder Tom Aspinall, a significant step toward one of the most highly anticipated matchups of the year. Jones, who defeated Stipe Miocic last November, had previously resisted calls to face Aspinall, insisting he was only interested in […]
Farhan Saeed is Ready for Suno Chanda 3
Farhan Saeed, known for his dynamic talent both as a singer and an actor, has captured hearts with his versatility and passion for his craft. His natural charm and effortless performance have earned him much acclaim, and his fans can’t seem to get enough of his on-screen presence. Suno Chanda was a game-changer in the […]
In a first, Constitutional Bench invokes power given by 26th Amendment – Pakistan
• Summons all intra-court appeals on super tax from LHC, IHC• The more 2023 ruling is ‘dissected’, the more issues appear, observes Justice Mazhar• Civilians can be tried by military court, asserts defence ministry lawyer ISLAMABAD: In a first, the Constitutional Bench (CB) of the Supreme Court on Wednesday invoked its authority under the 26th […]
Moody’s upgrades Pakistan’s banking outlook – Business
KARACHI: Global rating agency Moody’s has upgraded Pakistan’s banking outlook to positive from stable on the back of improved financial performance. “We have changed our outlook on Pakistan’s banking system to positive from stable to reflect the banks’ resilient financial performance as well as improving macroeconomic conditions from very weak levels a year ago,” said […]
Khamenei rejects idea of nuclear talks with US – World
• UAE presidential adviser delivers Trump’s letter to Tehran• Beijing and Kremlin will hold talks with Iranian officials to discuss the issue DUBAI: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected the idea of holding negotiations with the United States over a nuclear deal, as a letter arrived from US President Donald Trump calling […]
Former Australian cricketer Stuart MacGill found guilty of cocaine supply
Former Australian spinner Stuart MacGill was found guilty of participating in a drug supply operation but was acquitted of involvement in a large-scale cocaine deal, a Sydney District Court ruled on Thursday. The 54-year-old was cleared of facilitating the exchange of one kilogram of cocaine worth AUD 330,000 in April 2021. However, the jury convicted […]
Climate-smart social protection – Newspaper
PAKISTAN’S social protection system is at a crossroads. Traditional social protection systems, while providing critical support for poverty reduction, are not designed to address the compounding challenges of climate-triggered disasters. The country’s flagship Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) needs to integrate an adaptive social protection system that can respond to climate risks and shocks while […]
Why Scarlett Johansson Refuses to Take Photos with Fans in Public
Scarlett Johansson has built a career as one of Hollywood’s most beloved stars, known for her powerful performances in films like Black Widow and Marriage Story. But despite her fame, the actress has a firm stance when it comes to engaging with fans outside of work. While many celebrities happily snap selfies and pose for […]
Oman offered Gwadar, Karachi ports use for access to Central Asia – Business
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has offered Oman the use of Gwadar and Karachi ports for greater access to emerging markets in Central Asia. The offer was made during a high-level meeting between Commerce Minister Jam Kamal and his Omani counterpart, Qais Al Yousif in Muscat this week. An official announcement issued by the commerce ministry in Islamabad […]