Islamabad High Court orders Imran Khan’s medical check-up
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court has ordered the formation of a new medical board for the examination of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The board is directed to work under the supervision of the Chief Commissioner Islamabad, with the inclusion of Dr Nadeem Qureshi, to
Woman loses life, five injured at BISP cash disbursement point
A woman was killed, and five others were injured on Thursday when a shop wall collapsed under the weight of a large crowd gathered to receive Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) instalments in the Kuz Kana area of Shangla. According to the Rescue 1122, women who came from various parts
Prime Minister Shehbaz off to Saudi Arabia on official visit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif departed for a brief official visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, following an invitation from Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The visit will feature a high-level meeting between the two leaders to discuss regional security, escalating
US decides to permanently close consulate in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: The United States State Department has reached a final decision to permanently close its consulate in Peshawar this week, citing a strategic move to reduce diplomatic expenditures. According to Associated Press, the consulate currently houses 18 US diplomats, with the annual operational costs of the mission reported to be
PM replaces Sindh governor, appoints Nehal Hashmi
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has replaced the governor Sindh and appointed senior politician Nehal Hashmi as the new Governor of Sindh. According to Media reports, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Nehal Hashmi at the PM’s house in Islamabad and congratulated him on being appointed as the governor Sindh. Also, the
Free petrol for motorcyclists announced until Eid
KARACHI: Governor Sindh, Kamran Tesori, on Thursday announced free petrol for motorcyclists until Eid-ul-fitr following a massive hike in petroleum products amid the Iran war. Governor Sindh Kamran Tesori, while announcing that 3 litres of petrol will be provided free to motorcyclists until Eid, has said that tomorrow or the
Further rise recorded in international oil prices
Global crude oil prices have surged by more than 7%, with U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rising to $95 per barrel and Brent Crude reaching $100 per barrel. Market analysts attribute this spike to a combination of rising global demand and intensifying geopolitical instability. Economists warn that if this upward
Italian Prime Minister condemns US, Israeli attacks on citizens in Iran
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has issued a strong condemnation of the ongoing U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian civilians. Addressing the Senate on Wednesday, Meloni emphasised that Italy prioritises the protection of human life and will not participate in any offensive military actions. She characterised attacks on civilians as
Fuel hike piles pressure on consumers during Ramazan
Prices of everyday goods have surged nationwide following last week’s sharp rise in petroleum prices, severely straining the fragile finances of the lower and middle classes. According to economists, the war in Iran has significantly impacted the global economy and the lives of almost everyone, as prices of everyday goods
Qatar Airways updates flight schedule for coming days
Qatar Airways is currently operating a restricted flight schedule due to the temporary closure of Qatari airspace. While scheduled commercial operations remain suspended, limited flight corridors have been authorised to help reunite affected passengers with their families. These select flights do not represent a full resumption of service, and operations
