CNN’s “ Blackout” narratives on Imran Khan, facts tell a different story
The Pakistani media utterly refuted the claims of CNN and said that before amplifying claims of a “7-month communications blackout”, CNN should answer one basic question: how does a prisoner supposedly cut off from everyone record 198 interviews involving 900 plus visitors? Those visitors reportedly included family, lawyers of choice
Basant 2027 dates released
Punjab is set to celebrate Basant 2027 in January, with the festival expected to be held before the start of Ramadan. Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on the evening of Sunday, February 7, with the first day of fasting likely to fall on Monday, February 8. As a result,
UAE announces 5-Year multiple-entry tourist visa for all nationalities
The United Arab Emirates has launched a 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa to make travel to the country more convenient for visitors planning more than one trip. According to details shared by UAE immigration authorities, the visa allows travelers of all nationalities to visit the UAE multiple times without the need
Good News for KP employees: KP Govt Issues notification for revised pay scales and allowances 2026
PESHAWAR: There is good news for government employees as the notification for revised basic pay scales and allowances has been issued. According to media sources revised pay scales have been enforced for employees of local government institutions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Local Council Board has issued the notification for Basic
What does Iran say about the Makkah Joint Defence agreement?
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said that the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement does not pose any threat to Iran. Speaking to the media, Baghaei stated that Iran has always spoken in favor of peace. He added that Tehran will not hold any talks with the United States as long
Hajj 2027: Major relief for Pilgrims as new Application and payment System announced
The procedure for applications and payment of Hajj expenses for both government and private Hajj schemes for Hajj 2027 has been finalized. Applications for the government Hajj scheme are expected to open in the third week of August. According to sources, pilgrims under the government scheme will be able to
ISPR releases new Balochi patriotic song ‘ A Pak Watan’ for Independence Day celebrations
ISLAMABAD: On the occasion of Independence Day, ISPR has released a new patriotic song in the Balochi language titled ‘A Pak Watan’. The song features the vocals of renowned Baloch singer Akhtar Chanal. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared the music video on his official social media account. The Prime Minister
Gold price edged lower in Global market
Gold prices edged lower in the global market on Monday after weeks of trading near multi-week highs. According to Reuters, spot gold fell 0.5 percent to $4,322.28 per ounce. The metal had touched a 7-week peak last week. US gold futures also declined 0.4 percent to $4,381.60 per ounce. Other
Trump says US prefers economic pressure on Tehran over military action
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said the United States is taking a cautious approach to Iran and is prioritizing economic pressure instead of military action. According to foreign news agencies, President Trump stated that inflation in Iran is extremely high and Tehran is facing a shortage of financial resources. He
PMD forecast partly cloudy weather in KP
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa hot and partly cloudy weather today, with temperatures above seasonal averages. According to the latest forecast, the maximum temperature in KP today is expected to reach 41°C, while the minimum will drop to around 31°C. This is slightly warmer than the average of 38.7°C recorded for August 10
