US to tighten visa regulations for foreign students, journalists – World
The Trump administration moved on Thursday to tighten the duration of visas for foreign students, cultural exchange visitors and journalists. The new final rule from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) creates a fixed time period for F visas for international students, J visas that allow visitors on cultural exchange programs to work in the […]
Oil industry prompts government to discourage hoarding as petrol stocks decline to 14-day cover – Business
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s oil supply chain players appeared nervous as petrol stocks declined to a 14-day cover on Thursday, prompting the government to urgently address procedural issues and activate enforcement mechanisms to discourage hoarding for profiteering in the market. The decline comes amid rising prices following renewed US-Iran hostilities. Informed sources said the government may have […]
PM cracks whip on fuel hoarders amid Gulf conflict fallout
Warns of adverse effects of tensions on economy Seeks ‘comprehensive strategy’ for timely response Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting in Islamabad to review austerity measures amid evolving economic situation. Photo: APP ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the authorities concerned, in coordination with the provincial governments, to take strict action against […]
G-B seeks Boeing-compatible airport in Gilgit
Chief minister calls for international-standard airport to boost tourism and improve year-round connectivity GILGIT: Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister Amjad Hussain Azar asked the federal government to construct a modern Boeing-compatible airport in Gilgit to “dramatically improve” connectivity, tourism and economic development in the mountainous region. In a letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif the chief minister […]
Pakistan becomes founding member of World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation – Pakistan
Pakistan on Thursday signed the agreement on the establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO) in Shanghai, China, the Foreign Office (FO) said. “Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar signed the agreement on the establishment of the WAICO on behalf of Pakistan at the signing ceremony held today in Shanghai, China,” […]
Court dismisses post-arrest bail petition of podcast host Rehan Tariq in blasphemy case – Pakistan
LAHORE: A judicial magistrate on Thursday dismissed the post-arrest bail petition of podcast host Rehan Tariq in a case registered under blasphemy laws and the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act. The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) registered a first information report (FIR) against the YouTuber on June 25, after he conducted a podcast with […]
‘Don’t save me, save the cause’: Indian activist Wangchuk’s message during hunger strike in New Delhi – World
“Sonam sir is not doing so well, and his rib cage has started showing,” said Vijeta Dahiya, spokesperson for the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), speaking from New Delhi, where the educationist, Sonam Wangchuk, is on the 19th day of hunger strike. “He’s nearly 60, has lost muscle mass; the heat and humidity are not helping […]
‘Don’t save me, save the cause’: Wangchuk’s message from the hunger strike – World
“Sonam sir is not doing so well, and his rib cage has started showing,” said Vijeta Dahiya, spokesperson for the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), speaking from New Delhi, where the educationist, Sonam Wangchuk, is on the 19th day of hunger strike. “He’s nearly 60, has lost muscle mass; the heat and humidity are not helping […]
Security forces kill 3 more terrorists as Operation Shaban continues in Balochistan
Security forces on Thursday killed three more terrorists in Balochistan as Operation Shaban continued in the province, state-run Radio Pakistan reported, citing security sources. The latest casualties have taken the total tally of terrorists killed during the operation to 91. State media further reported that 129 terrorists had been killed in Operation Shaban and other […]
Ayeza Khan’s playful throwback sparks debate
Actor Ayeza Khan has sparked a debate on social media after sharing a humorous Instagram Story about ChatGPT, highlighting how the previous generation completed their education without artificial intelligence (AI). The actor shared a post on her Instagram Story that read: “Dear 90s kids, whenever you feel stupid, just remember we completed our degrees without […]