Water as a Weapon: The New Frontier of an Old Conflict
The tragedy of the Sub Continent did not conclude with the lowering of the Union Jack in August 1947; it merely entered a new and turbulent phase. No sooner had…
Renowned poet and naat reciter Syed Salman Gilani dies at 74 in Lahore
LAHORE — Syed Salman Gilani, a well-known poet, naat reciter and literary figure, has died at the age of 74 after a long illness, his family said on Saturday. Gilani…
From Commitment to Retreat: India’s Dual Policies Laid Bare at Chabahar
India’s sudden retreat from its long-standing involvement in Iran’s Chabahar port has intensified doubts about the reliability and coherence of its foreign policy, especially toward Tehran. Widely seen as a…
Punjab aircraft debate: optics versus operational reality
LAHORE — The replacement of Punjab’s official aircraft has triggered political debate and public scrutiny, with critics questioning the timing and cost. Beyond the optics, however, aviation and financial considerations…
Shareholder Revolt and Petroleum Licence Risks Deepen Turmoil at Jura Energy Corporation
Jura Energy Corporation is facing escalating legal and regulatory pressure after a minority shareholder launched oppression proceedings in Ontario, alleging governance failures that could threaten the company’s petroleum licences in…
Former Al Nassr player says Cristiano Ronaldo fasted for two days to experience Ramadan
A former Al Nassr player has said that Cristiano Ronaldo fasted for two days during Ramadan to understand what Muslims experience during the holy month. Shaye Sharahili shared the detail…
Pakistan shuts down social media monitoring firewall after reported Rs40bn Lost
ISLAMABAD — The federal government has permanently shut down a controversial social media monitoring firewall that was introduced in 2024, according to official sources, following months of criticism over internet…
Federal govt reviews wheat strategy, says adequate stocks available across provinces
ISLAMABAD — The federal government has reviewed wheat procurement arrangements and stock availability, assuring that sufficient reserves are in place across provinces to meet national consumption needs ahead of the…
Ramadan relief packages distributed among needy families in Lower Dir
LOWER DIR — Ramadan relief packages were distributed among poor and deserving families in Banrgai village, located in the Talaash area of Lower Dir district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The distribution was…
Lt Col among two soldiers martyred in suicide attack on security forces convoy in Bannu: ISPR
RAWALPINDI — A Pakistan Army lieutenant colonel and a sepoy were martyred after a vehicle-borne suicide bomber rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a security forces convoy during an intelligence-based operation…
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