The United States has withdrawn its $10 million reward for the capture of Syria’s new leader – Ahmed al-Sharaa – following the first high-level talks in Damascus since the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad earlier this month. Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf announced the decision on
An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Rawalpindi has granted interim bail to Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) founder Imran Khan, in 32 cases related to the November 26 protest. ATC Special Judge Amjad Ali Shah approved her bail until January 13, allowing her temporary relief as legal
Senior Supreme Court judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah has expressed reservations over the involvement of intelligence agencies in the process of judicial appointments. In a letter addressed to the Secretary of the Judicial Commission, ahead of the commission’s meeting, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah argued that a defined mechanism for
Amid inflationary pressures, the prices of ghee and cooking oil in Pakistan have witnessed a significant hike, with some branded products seeing an increase of up to Rs100 per litre. Retailers confirmed that branded cooking oil and ghee prices now stand at Rs570 per litre, following an average rise of
Pakistan’s Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, celebrated the enduring “iron brother” relationship between Pakistan and China, describing it as a garden in perpetual spring. Speaking to China Economic Net, he highlighted the transformative impact of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in its first decade, including
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) regained its bullish momentum on Friday, recovering from a three-day slump. The benchmark KSE-100 Index surged by 1,568 points, closing at 107,843 points, reclaiming the critical 107,000-point mark. The day witnessed significant volatility, with the index initially dipping by 674 points before
The Apex Committee meeting, chaired by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, has completely decided to dismantle private bunkers established in Kurram completely. The meeting also focused on eliminating the trend of weaponry in the region. The committee, which has been holding continuous meetings with the Grand Jirga, emphasized
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur at the Chief Minister’s Office on Friday to discuss the law and order situation in the province. The meeting particularly focused on measures to establish sustainable peace in the Kurram district. During the meeting, both
Renowned Indian playback singer Neha Kakkar has expressed her admiration for Pakistani fans and voiced her desire to collaborate with celebrated Pakistani artist Asim Azhar. Speaking at a press conference during the Indian Music Festival in Dubai, Neha shared her appreciation for the warmth and love she receives from Pakistan.
The ICC Board has confirmed that India and Pakistan matches in ICC events during the 2024-2027 rights cycle will be played at neutral venues, regardless of which country is hosting. This arrangement will apply to the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled for February and March 2025 in Pakistan,
The government has begun implementing stringent measures to boost tax revenue under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) conditions. The Tax Laws Amendment Bill 2024 proposes the strictest penalties yet to crack down on tax evasion and enforce compliance with tax laws. Crackdown on non-filers Under the proposed measures, individuals
Pakistan has called the US decision to impose sanctions on National Development Complex and three commercial entities as unfortunate and biased. According to a Foreign Office statement, the decision defied the objective of peace and security. The statement said Pakistan’s strategic capabilities are meant to defend its sovereignty and
Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to expand and deepen bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest in a meeting held between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief Adviser of Bangladesh Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the D-8 Summit, in Cairo on Thursday. They also emphasized the
The much-anticipated New Gwadar International Airport is set to be inaugurated on December 30, following directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, according to sources. The national carrier, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), will operate the airport’s first commercial flight, marking a significant milestone in regional connectivity. Final preparations are underway,
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized that investing in youth will help build inclusive and robust economies to face the global challenges of today and tomorrow. Addressing the D-8 summit in Cairo on Thursday, he said youth as well as the small and medium enterprises are key drivers of economic
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) staged a walkout in the National Assembly during the question hour session, protesting the absence of ministers in the House. PPP members voiced their dissatisfaction with the lack of ministerial presence, demanding accountability for the absence. Along with PPP, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) member Hanif