At a recent awards ceremony, all eyes were on actress Sajal Aly, but not just for her performance or style. Instead, a sharp and unexpected exchange between her and the host Yasir Hussain stole the spotlight. When Sajal stepped on stage to present an award, Yasir made several teasing remarks. In response, Sajal calmly asked, “Are … Read more
Italy secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Israel to move forward in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign. However, the match was overshadowed by significant political turmoil outside the stadium. Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Italy to protest Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, transforming the area around the venue into a hotspot of intense demonstrations. … Read more
LAHORE: South Africa’s pursuit of 277 runs dissolved rapidly on the fourth morning of the Lahore Test, leaving Pakistan in a dominant position with the visitors staggering at 137 for 6 by the lunch break. A monumental 140 runs are still required for a win that now appears highly unlikely. The session began with the immediate … Read more
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Army foiled multiple cross-border attacks by Afghan Taliban and Khawarij militants in the Spin Boldak area of Chaman, killing 20 assailants, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Wednesday. According to ISPR, early in the morning, Afghan Taliban launched cowardly attacks at four different locations along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Balochistan’s Spin Boldak … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump has declared the launch of “Phase Two” of a multi-nation Gaza ceasefire deal, following the release of 20 Israeli hostages in the initial phase of the agreement brokered by the United States, Türkiye, Qatar, and Egypt. “All twenty hostages are back and feeling as good as can be expected,” Trump announced … Read more
It seems Lionel Messi can’t stop breaking records. The Argentine maestro set the mark for all time international assists as Argentina trounced Puerto Rico, 6-0 at Chase Stadium. The friendly had originally been planned in Chicago but was moved to Miami due to sluggish ticket sales. It became a festival of Messi’s genius as Argentina’s … Read more
China has declared its readiness to “fight to the end” in an intensifying trade war with the United States, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping new tariffs and export restrictions on Chinese goods. “If you wish to fight, we shall fight to the end; if you wish to negotiate, our door remains open.” The … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Nayyab Ali, a prominent Pakistani human rights defender and policy expert, has been officially shortlisted by the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the position of UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights Defenders. Expressing her gratitude, Nayyab Ali said the recognition underscores the UN’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. … Read more
PESHAWAR: Newly elected Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohaib Afridi, will take the oath of office today (Wednesday), with Governor Faisal Karim Kundi administering the oath. According to details, the oath-taking ceremony will be held at the Governor House, Peshawar, at 4 p.m. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has arrived from Karachi to administer the oath … Read more
The match between the junior hockey teams of Pakistan and India at the Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia concluded in an exhilarating 3-3 draw. Key Match Highlights: Pakistan took the first lead via a penalty stroke converted by Captain Hannan Shahid. The score remained 1-0 in favor of Pakistan after a scoreless second quarter. Sufyan Khan scored from … Read more
KARACHI: Senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader and long-serving former Speaker of the Sindh Assembly, Agha Siraj Durrani, passed away on Wednesday. According to family sources, Agha Siraj Durrani had suffered a brain hemorrhage about a month ago and was hospitalized. His condition deteriorated again in recent days, and doctors later confirmed his death. President … Read more
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump escalated trade tensions with China on Tuesday, threatening to halt imports of Chinese cooking oil in retaliation for Beijing’s recent refusal to purchase American soybeans. In a post on Truth Social post, Donald Trump accused China of engaging in an “Economically Hostile Act” by deliberately cutting off purchases of U.S. soybeans a move he claims is … Read more
RAWALPINDI: The Director Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) voiced deep concern over what it called provocative and irresponsible statements by India’s military and political leadership ahead of state elections, warning that such rhetoric risks fueling regional instability and could have serious consequences for peace in South Asia. The military’s media wing accused sections of India’s leadership … Read more
Lahore/Multan: The Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) in Lahore and Multan has announced the results for the Intermediate Part-I Annual Examination 2025, providing statistics on student achievement and demographics across both regions. Lahore Board Highlights: The BISE Lahore results were formalized by Controller of Examinations Tausif-ur-Rehman and Board Secretary Rizwan Nazir. Pass Rate: The overall success rate … Read more
Islamabad: According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), dry weather is expected in several cities across the country, while northern areas will experience cold conditions both day and night today. The weather will be hot and humid across Sindh. The weather will remain dry in Islamabad and its surrounding areas. Gilgit-Baltistan will experience hot and humid midday conditions, followed by … Read more
Gaza: Hamas has handed over the bodies of four more Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), bringing the total number of deceased captives released to eight. Israel has responded by limiting humanitarian aid into Gaza, citing delays in the return of all deceased hostages. The transfer comes amid heightened tensions, … Read more
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved an increase of 8 paisa per unit in electricity prices. According to reports on Tuesday, this increase comes under the fuel price adjustment for August and will apply to electricity consumers across the country, including Karachi. It is worth mentioning that in September, Nepra had announced … Read more
The United Nations has once again acknowledged Pakistan’s active and effective role as the country has been elected a member of the UN Human Rights Council for the 2026–2028 term. Pakistan, along with 13 other countries, has secured membership in the Council following the recent elections. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar expressed gratitude to the … Read more
The destruction wrought by the two-year conflict in Gaza has left the region in ruins, with an estimated 55 million tons of rubble equivalent to the weight of 13 pyramids of Gaza scattered across the enclave. According to Jaco Cilliers, a United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) official, the scale of devastation is staggering and will … Read more
Intense cross-border clashes erupted overnight along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border after the Afghan Taliban targeted a Pakistani military position in the Gavi border belt of Kurram District around 9 PM on Saturday. The provocation reportedly came in response to a drone strike by Pakistani forces earlier in the day that eliminated 27 militants inside Pakistani territory. … Read more
Most people are unaware that gut health doesn’t just affect digestion—it also has a deep impact on mental well-being and mood. According to experts, when the gut becomes unhealthy, it can lead to anxiety, irritability, depression, and even panic attacks. A Harvard-trained gastroenterologist, explains that the gut is directly connected to the body’s mental, physical, … Read more
Pop powerhouse Dua Lipa and rap sensation Cardi B served major star power and style in a series of sizzling new photos that lit up Instagram over the weekend. In a post shared on Saturday, October 11, the Levitating singer offered fans a peek into her whirlwind week, which included dazzling moments from her Radical … Read more
Hamas has released the first seven Israeli hostages as part of a landmark ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement brokered between the warring sides. The captives were handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza and have since been received by Israeli authorities. Thirteen more Israeli captives are expected to be … Read more
Tehran: Iran has declined an invitation to attend the upcoming Gaza reconstruction summit in Sharm al-Sheikh, citing the presence of “hostile counterparts” as a key reason. In a post on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi thanked Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi for the invitation, but confirmed that neither Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian nor himself … Read more
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump declared on Sunday that he would make efforts to end what he described as an ongoing war between Pakistan and Afghanistan, adding that he plans to revisit the issue after his current trip to the Middle East. Speaking to reporters before departing for a peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, … Read more
Palestinian journalist Saleh Aljafarawi, 28, was shot and killed during armed clashes in Gaza City’s Sabra neighborhood on Sunday, just days after a ceasefire was announced between Israel and Hamas. According to Palestinian sources speaking to Al Jazeera Arabic, Aljafarawi was fatally shot by members of an “armed militia” while covering ongoing violence in the … Read more
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has departed for Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, to participate in the 20-nation Gaza Peace Summit, held at the special invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The Prime Minister will attend the Gaza Peace Summit aimed at securing a ceasefire in the region. Deputy Prime … Read more
Gaza/Jerusalem: A historic prisoner and hostage exchange will take place today between Hamas and Israel under a recently agreed deal, with all necessary preparations now finalized. According to Arab media reports, Hamas will hand over 20 Israeli hostages and 28 bodies to the International Red Cross. In return, Israel will release approximately 2,000 Palestinian prisoners … Read more
