India’s Modi turns to Instagram to woo young voters after Gen Z protest
Modi’s party targets youth with biker jacket clips, rap tracks and Friends-themed campaign videos Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gestures as he addresses the press upon his arrival to attend the first day of the monsoon session of parliament in New Delhi, India, July 20, 2026. REUTERS Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Instagram […]
FO slams India’s remarks on AJK polls, says it has no ‘standing or moral authority’ to comment on process – Pakistan
The Foreign Office (FO) said on Thursday that India had “neither the standing nor the moral authority” to comment on the elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), which are being held in phases amid security concerns and unrest in the region. FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi made the remarks while addressing a weekly press briefing, […]
PMDC reschedules MDCAT; exam to now be held on Sept 20 – Pakistan
The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) announced on Thursday that the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT), previously scheduled to be held on August 16, would now be held on September 20. A press release issued by the council said, “On the directions of the honourable prime minister of Pakistan, PMDC hereby informs […]
‘Growing pattern of media curbs’: HRCP, PFUJ express concern over new rules for foreign press – Pakistan
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) and the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) have expressed concerns regarding media freedom after the government mandated foreign media personnel to seek permission for travelling to any city outside Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi for news coverage. “The requirement that journalists obtain state approval to report from large […]
IHC reserves ruling on maintainability of plea filed over delay in presidential nod for judicial appointments – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court reserved on Thursday its verdict on the maintainability of a plea challenging President Asif Ali Zardari’s delay in approving a summary for the appointment and confirmation of judges to various high courts. The writ petition, filed by advocate Luqman Zafar Chaudhary through his counsel Zahid Asif Chaudhry on Wednesday, urged […]
Imran Khan’s sons voice fears over his health on third jail anniversary
Kasim, Sulaiman tell CNN they have been unable to visit him while govt says he has access to visitors and medical care Sons of former premier Imran Khan interviewing with CNN. Photo: Screen grab Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sons, Kasim Khan and Sulaiman Khan, have expressed concern over […]
PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir to visit Saudi Arabia from August 6 to 8 – Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, alongside Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, will undertake a visit to Saudi Arabia from August 6 to August 8, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Thursday. In a weekly press briefing, FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said the two will be accompanied by […]
Severe COVID may reactivate dormant viruses, study finds
Analysis of 1,154 hospitalised patients links viral reactivation to greater disease severity A covid test. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY Severe COVID-19 may reactivate viruses that have remained dormant in the body, with some of that activity associated with long-term symptoms, according to a study. Researchers detected renewed activity from several common viruses in nearly half of […]
PCB imposes two-year ban and PKR one million fine on Hamza Nazar
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a two-year ban on domestic cricketer Hamza Nazar. photo: PCB The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has imposed a two-year ban on domestic cricketer Hamza Nazar from participating in all domestic and international cricket activities. He has also been fined PKR one million. The disciplinary action follows an inquiry […]
Ex-Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib’s home attacked after joining Hasina’s first public media event since ouster – World
Windows were smashed and petrol bombs hurled at former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan’s residence after he joined ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s first public media interaction since her 2024 removal from power, in which she vowed to return in December. Police said a group of people attacked Shakib’s ancestral home in Magura town, […]