PIA still grounded in UK as air safety ban remains in place
Listen to article Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will remain banned from flying to and from the United Kingdom, the UK Department for Transport (DfT) confirmed on Tuesday, dashing hopes of an imminent return after a four-year hiatus. A spokesperson for the department said, “Airlines must go through a rigorous procedure to have restrictions lifted,” adding that the […]
Sammi, 4 others detained in Karachi for a month under MPO – Pakistan
The Sindh government on Tuesday detained Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leader Sammi Deen Baloch and four others for 30 days under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) following the group’s protest in Karachi. Karachi police on Monday detained Sammi and several others for violating Section 144 and used force to break up the BYC’s protest […]
Two shot dead in Yemen after refusing to play PUBG with suspect’s son
Listen to article A petty disagreement over an online video game has turned deadly in Yemen’s Hadramaut governorate, where an elderly man shot and killed two young men who had reportedly refused to play PUBG with his son. According the Gulf News, the incident took place shortly before iftar in Wadi Amd district, southeastern Yemen, according to […]
Suspect arrested for assault, attempted murder of minor girl in Mansehra – Pakistan
Police on Tuesday claimed to have arrested a suspect involved in the assault and attempted murder of an eight-year-old girl in Mansehra’s Battal area. According to an official, the police arrested a suspect identified by the victim, who had gone missing a day before the incident. The additional Station House Officer (SHO) of the Battal […]
Air India staff to fly economy from April 1 to prioritise paying passengers
Listen to article Air India said on Tuesday that all staff, including top management, would travel in economy from April 1 to free up seats for paying customers, as the airline works on improving its image following criticism over flight delays. Staff would be upgraded to premium economy and business class seats on a flight only if […]
Pakistan embark on Asian Cup quest with Syria clash – Sport
AL AHSA (Saudi Arabia): When Stephen Constantine was appointed Pakistan’s head coach almost 18 months ago, he was clear in his mind that the target for his side should be realistically aiming to qualify for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. A historic victory over Cambodia paved the way for Pakistan’s place in the third round […]
Parking facility for 500 vehicles to open in Saddar after Eid: Karachi mayor
Listen to article KARACHI: A new parking facility in Karachi’s Saddar area, capable of accommodating 500 vehicles, is set to become operational after Eid, Mayor Murtaza Wahab announced during a visit to the Empress Market on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters, Wahab said the long-standing parking challenges in Saddar were being addressed. Paver work at the new facility […]
PM to announce ‘good news’ on power relief soon: Energy minister
Listen to article Energy Minister Awais Leghari has reassured the public that electricity prices will soon be reduced, dismissing claims that they would not be lowered, Express News reported. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, he stated, “The prime minister will soon announce good news. Whether we make the reduction two days earlier or two days later, […]
Glass ceilings in governance hold firm
KARACHI: Democracy, at its core, is meant to uplift the powerless. In Pakistan, it does the opposite—reinforcing the dominance of those already privileged. Little wonder, then, that political leadership remains a men’s club, while the brilliance of half the population is confined to handling household ledgers and flipping through fabric swatches. This imbalance is evident […]
Gwadar, other Balochistan coastal cities observe shutter-down strike on BNP-M’s call to support BYC – Pakistan
A strike was observed in Gwadar and other coastal cities of the province on Tuesday in response to the Balochistan National Party-Mengal’s call to support the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC)’s recent protests against a police crackdown and arrests of its leaders. All businesses, banks, shops and petrol pumps in the city were closed. In Ormara, […]
