Rashid Khan – Afghanistan’s celebrated cricket star and national team captain – has made a bold statement in opposition to the Taliban government’s recent ban on women’s medical education. Taking to his X (formerly Twitter), Rashid Khan expressed his disappointment and concern over the restriction, urging a review of
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said the government demonstrated complete patience in handling the protest of a political party on 24th November. Briefing the foreign diplomats at the Foreign Office in Islamabad today, he clarified that law enforcement agencies were not provided with live ammunition, but
YouTube has unveiled its much-anticipated ‘End-of-Year List 2024,’ celebrating the platform’s most-watched videos and creators in Pakistan. This annual tradition offers a fascinating insight into the country’s entertainment preferences and creative landscape, dominated this year by local dramas, action-packed films, and a diverse array of music. The lists,
The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) police submitted a report to the court, revealing that the total number of cases registered against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder in the federal capital has reached 76. According to the report, 14 additional cases were registered following the D-Chowk protest, up from the 62
The Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) successfully rescued 12 crew members of an Indian cargo ship during a coordinated search and rescue operation. According to a PMSA spokesperson, the operation was launched in response to an email received from the Mumbai Maritime Rescue Coordination Center, which sought assistance in locating
Advisor to the Chief Minister on Finance, Muzzammil Aslam, highlighted the transformative potential of the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) during a seminar at City University Peshawar, organized by China Window and the Chinese Cultural Center. He emphasized leveraging Chinese expertise to drive sustainable development, citing operational
Pakistan and Russia on Wednesday inked eight agreements aimed at strengthening trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. Pakistan's cuisine The agreements were finalised during the 9th session of Intergovernmental Commission (IGC) here in Moscow, said a press release. Minister for Energy Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari led
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader and Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Omar Ayub Khan tendered his resignation as the member of Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP), citing 'multiple' FIRs and legal cases against him as the reason, The News reported on Wednesday The politician
As the federal government vowed action against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) following its "do-or-die" protest in Islamabad, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has called the former ruling party "a group of terrorists" that she believes must be "eradicated". The chief minister made these comments
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) on Tuesday published its list of '100 Women for 2024' which also featured two of the most influential women in Pakistan. Singer and songwriter Hadiqa Kiani, and medical doctor and activist, Maharang Baloch, made their country proud as they were honoured by the
Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman has expressed his desire to visit Pakistan as he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who is on a two-day official visit to the kingdom to participate in the ‘One Water Summit’. Both leaders agreed to bring about a qualitative change in the economic,
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Rajiv Adatia, the well-known social media influencer and former *Bigg Boss 15* contestant, recently opened up about a deeply personal wish—his desire to visit the Holy city of Makkah. During a candid conversation on his podcast, Rajiv shared his long-standing fascination with the sacred site, a place that has
Internet speed has started improving in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, however, slow internet continues to disrupt daily life and work in several other cities, including Lahore. Students, freelancers, and businesses remain severely affected by the ongoing internet slowdown, with many facing difficulties accessing social media and online
Pakistan’s domestic exports have shown a robust growth of 12.57% in the first five months of the ongoing financial year, with the trade deficit witnessing a substantial reduction. According to official data, from July to November 2024, exports reached $13.69 billion, marking an increase of $1.52
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Pakistan has reported three new polio cases, bringing the total for 2024 to 59, a concerning development in the fight to eradicate the virus. The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) for Polio Eradication identified the new cases in Dera Ismail Khan, Kemari, and Kashmore. All the affected children tested positive
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The Minsk Tractor Plant (MTZ) has announced plans to supply at least 2,700 Belarus tractors, each with up to 60 hp, to Pakistan in 2025. This agreement was formalized during Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko’s visit to Pakistan, as shared by the enterprise’s press service. MTZ General Director