Justice (retd) Faqir Muhammad Khokhar – the newly appointed head of Pakistan’s Missing Persons Commission – passed away on Wednesday at the age of 80. Justice Khokhar – who had been battling health issues for some time – was appointed to the commission only a week ago. At the time of his appointment,
In another expected jolt for inflation-hit masses, the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led government likely to jack up petrol and diesel prices from February 01, 2025. The surge in crude oil prices has sparked concerns about further hikes in the prices of petroleum products within the country. According to sources, petrol
An explosion in a gas tanker ignited a massive fire in Faisal Town, Multan, killing six people and injuring 31 others. The powerful blast caused several houses to collapse and destroyed numerous homes. Firefighters, supported by 18 fire tenders, fought the flames for five hours before bringing the fire under
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has referred appeals challenging the acquittal of PTI Chairman and Bushra Bibi to Chief Justice Aamer Farooq for forming a new bench. The appeals, filed by Khawar Maneka, were heard by Additional Judge Justice Azam Khan. Representing the petitioner, lawyers Zahid Asif Chaudhry, Iqbal Kakar,
Peshawar is set to host Pakistan’s first-ever government-run Senior Citizen Club, with the project’s PC-1 in its final stages of preparation. KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur announced that after its successful implementation in Peshawar, the initiative will be expanded to other districts. Official images of the proposed
The Supreme Court has approved petitions challenging the 26th Constitutional Amendment for formal hearing. An eight-member constitutional bench, led by Justice Amin-ud-Din, has issued notices to the federal government and all relevant parties. The court has sought a detailed response from the federal government on the amendment. Additionally, notices have
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) cut its key policy rate by 100 basis points to 12% on Monday, the governor told reporters, for a sixth straight reduction since June as the country attempts to revive business and economic sentiment amid easing inflation. The central bank has slashed rates by
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi on Monday formally appealed their conviction in the high-profile £190 million case seeking redress from the Islamabad High Court (IHC). The appeals were submitted by their lawyer Khalid Yousuf in the Islamabad High Court (IHC). In the appeal, the
The spokesperson for the government’s negotiation committee Irfan Siddiqui spoke to the media regarding the opposition’s stance on the ongoing talks and alleged that opposition has been violating the agreed terms of negotiations. Siddique explained that the opposition was given a seven-day written deadline and discussions had taken
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres delivered a video message extending his warm greetings to the world as the Lunar New Year approaches, marking the Year of the Snake. Guterres emphasized that the snake symbolizes wisdom, resilience and renewal. He encouraged the global community to embrace the new year with hope
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees must end operations and leave all its premises in Jerusalem by January 30, Israel’s UN ambassador said Friday, affirming timelines set out in controversial Israeli legislation. Defying international concern, Israeli lawmakers have passed legislation that bars the agency, UNRWA, from operating in Israel
A China Coast Guard (CCG) spokesperson on Saturday said two Philippine vessels have been expelled for unlawfully intruding into waters near Tiexian Jiao of China’s Nansha Qundao. The vessels, which attempted to illegally land on the reef and collect sand samples on Friday, have been warned and driven away
The European Union Delegation to Pakistan hosted a pre-departure reception ahead of a visit of Pakistan’s Parliamentarians to the Parliaments and Parliamentary Budget Offices (PBOs) of Austria and Ireland. This high-level delegation, comprising 23 distinguished members, is led by the Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan. Representing Pakistan’s
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said on Saturday the talks were initiated in good faith, but the government failed to show any seriousness regarding the formation of a commission to investigate the events of May 9 and Nov 26. “We didn’t engage in talks just for
Singer Charli XCX, whose album “Brat” inspired a cultural phenomenon last summer, led nominations for the BRIT Awards on Thursday, with the Beatles also recognised with their first nod at Britain’s pop music honours since 1977. Charli XCX received five nominations overall, including for artist of the year, dance
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled its Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2024, highlighting exceptional performances from emerging talents across multiple cricket-playing nations. The lineup showcases a remarkable blend of youth and skill, with players from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies making significant