Judicial indiscretions – Newspaper – DAWN.COM
MUCH has been said about the backlog of 2.4 million cases in the judicial system. At the Asma Jahangir Conference in 2024, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah stated that in 2023, judges had decided 1.69m cases. There is no doubt that disposing 1.69m cases is remarkable for about 4,000 judges working daily but how many of […]
Revised solar policy – Newspaper
THE decision to significantly revise down buyback prices at which power distribution companies purchase electricity from rooftop solar system owners is the correct step towards energy price equity for all consumers. Under the revised net-metering policy, distribution companies will buy unused surplus solar electricity from net-metered consumers at Rs10 per unit, down by nearly 63pc […]
Terrorists, their social media backers cut from same cloth, says Talal – Pakistan
• State minister for interior rebuffs impression of insurgency in Balochistan, calls for holistic review of NAP• Zartaj Gul censures defence minister for making political speech in wake of Jaffar Express tragedy ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Friday said that those who “facilitated” the outlawed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) through social […]
IHC orders probe into denial of lawyer’s access to Imran – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court on Friday appointed court clerk Sakina Bangash to investigate the denial of a meeting between former prime minister Imran Khan and lawyer Mashal Yousafzai. Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan made the appointment while hearing a petition seeking contempt of court proceedings against jail authorities for denying Ms Yousafzai access to […]
LHC asks govt to explain its use of X despite ban – Pakistan
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday sought a detailed report from the interior ministry and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on the petitions challenging the ban on social media platform ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), with a directive to explain which government institutions are still using the banned app. Hearing the petitions, a three-judge bench, headed […]
Unforgettable Celebrity Feuds That Shook the Entertainment World
The glitzy world of Hollywood isn’t always as glamorous as it appears. Beneath the surface of red carpets and award shows, celebrity feuds often make for the juiciest headlines. Whether it’s bitter Twitter wars, public insults, or backstage drama, some rivalries between celebrities have left fans buzzing for years. Here are some of the most unforgettable […]
Maria B shares her take on farshi shalwar fashion trend
Listen to article There has been a lot of buzz on social media recently about the fashion trend of the “Farshi Shalwar.” However, Fashion designer Maria B. clarified in a new video who can pull off this style and who should avoid it. While the Farshi Shalwar has become a trend and even part of meme culture, […]
PM Sharif stresses the importance of religious tolerance on Islamophobia Day
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued a message on the occasion of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, reminding the world of the serious challenges Muslims face due to increasing discrimination, hate, and attacks on their sacred symbols and places of worship. PM Sharif highlighted the importance of this day, which was recognised by the […]
ISIS Chief Abu Khadija killed in US-Iraq operation in al anbar province
Abu Khadija, also known as Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rufayi, the leader of Daesh terrorist organisation Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS), has been killed in a joint operation by Iraqi security forces and the US-led coalition. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani confirmed the development on Friday (March 14), calling Abu Khadija “one of […]
Traffic plan laid out for Eid shopping
Listen to article KARACHI: Traffic police have banned the entry of rickshaws, taxis, online ride-hailing services, and commercial vehicles into major markets starting from Ramazan 15 to avoid traffic congestion during Eid shopping. Additionally, traffic police personnel will be deployed around busy shopping centers, markets, and commercial areas to assist the people. In an official statement, the […]