UN experts demand release of detained Baloch activists, end to crackdown on protests – Pakistan
Independent UN experts on Wednesday demanded that the Pakistani government release Baloch rights activists detained after recent protests and curb the crackdown on the demonstrations against alleged enforced disappearances and other human rights issues. On Friday evening, police used tear gas, water cannons, and blank shots to disperse Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) protesters staging a […]
Reckless driving claims life of another couple on Karachi’s Sharea Faisal – Pakistan
A couple was killed in a road accident on Karachi’s Sharea Faisal on Wednesday evening around Iftar time, making them the latest couple to fall victim to a traffic accident, according to police and hospital officials. This is the second such accident in the metropolis, as a man and his pregnant wife were killed when […]
Argentina rout Brazil to cap World Cup qualification party
BUENOS AIRES: Argentina celebrated their 2026 World Cup qualification with a dazzling 4-1 thrashing of arch-rivals Brazil in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Julian Alvarez, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister and Giuliano Simeone sealed an emphatic win for the world champions, who had been assured of their World Cup berth after Bolivia’s 0-0 draw with Uruguay […]
Seifert blitz helps NZ crush Pak
WELLINGTON: A destructive Tim Seifert ensured New Zealand made short work of their 129-run target to win the final Twenty20 against Pakistan by eight wickets on Wednesday and take the series 4-1. Seifert, who made an unbeaten 97 off 38 deliveries, set the big-hitting tone in Wellington with 18 off the first over by Jahandad […]
Indian fisherman dies by suicide in Karachi prison – Pakistan
An Indian fisherman died by suicide at a prison in Karachi’s Malir area on Wednesday, according to jail administration. Indian fishermen are frequently detained for illegal fishing since the maritime boundary is said to be poorly marked at some points, and many boats lack the technology to fix their precise location. Malir Jail Superintendent Arshad […]
Govt decides to consult all stakeholders on net metering policy after backlash – Pakistan
The government decided on Wednesday to broaden the scope of consultation on the Solar Net Metering Regulations approved by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) and re-submit the recommendations to the federal cabinet after taking further feedback from all stakeholders following widespread backlash. The decision was taken in a meeting of the federal cabinet today. In […]
PIA’s UK flight ban remains in place
KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will remain banned from operating flights to and from the United Kingdom, the UK Department for Transport (DfT) confirmed, dashing hopes of an imminent resumption after a four-year suspension. A spokesperson for the department said, “Airlines must go through a rigorous procedure to have restrictions lifted,” adding that the UK […]
IHC directs PTI leader to appear before JIT
ISLAMABAD: The IHC has directed PTI leader Sheikh Waqas Akram to appear before the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) probing the social media campaign and submit his statement. IHC Justice Inam Ameen Minhas heard Akram’s plea challenging the formation of the JIT. In his petition, Akram argued that the federal government had formed the JIT under […]
Pakistan hints at Panda Bonds this year
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday hinted at the possibility of Pakistan issuing Panda Bonds in Yuan this year to access China’s vast and deep capital market. In an interview with Chinese media outlets, including CGTN English and China Daily, the minister said, Pakistan has previously issued bonds in the US dollar and […]
Palestinian Oscar winner released after Israeli detention
Israeli police released Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal on Tuesday, after detaining him a day earlier for “hurling rocks” following what activists described as an attack by settlers in the occupied West Bank, reported AFP. Basel Adra, who worked with Ballal on the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land, posted a photo of Ballal on X […]