Dire Health Crisis Unfolds in Northern Gaza

Hussam Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, spoke to Al Jazeera about the catastrophic health crisis in northern Gaza. He emphasized the urgent need for safe corridors to evacuate patients in dire situations. Abu Safiya described the current state of hospitals as critical, highlighting the overwhelming challenges healthcare workers face. The Israeli army …

Kamran Ghulam Hits Century, Babar Azam’s Reaction Goes Viral

Pakistan’s batter Kamran Ghulam shone on his Test debut, smashing a gritty century on Day 1 of the second Test against England in Multan on Tuesday. Ghulam, who replaced former captain Babar Azam in the playing XI, impressed with a solid knock of 118 runs off 224 deliveries. His innings included 11 boundaries and one …

Power Breakdown Halts Water Supply to Karachi After Pipeline Rupture

A major power breakdown occurred at the Dhabeji pumping station in Thatta, shutting down three pumps. A rupture in a 72-inch pipeline, identified as pipeline number 5, caused the disruption. This pipeline supplies water to Karachi, and the breakdown has stopped over 18 million gallons of water from reaching the city. The Karachi Water and …

PM Shehbaz Sharif Calls for Expanding China’s Belt and Road at SCO Summit

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for expanding China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) while chairing the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Islamabad. The SCO includes major regional players like China, India, Russia, and Pakistan. The summit took place at the Jinnah Convention Centre. As the current Chair of the Council of Heads of …

Imran Khan’s Candidacy for Oxford Chancellor Sparks Controversy

LONDON: Pakistani politics have entered the Oxford University chancellorship race after Imran Khan submitted his candidacy. The university did not expect the backlash, The Times reported on Monday. The contest is so intense that officials sought a legal opinion on whether Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), meets the eligibility requirements. Khan’s candidacy has …

Russian, Iranian Delegations Arrive in Pakistan for SCO Summit

ISLAMABAD: Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Iranian Minister for Industry and Trade Syed Mohammad Atabek arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday to attend the 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Their presence underscores the significance of the high-profile event. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warmly received …

JIT to Probe Disinformation Punjab College Incident

RAWALPINDI: A seven-member joint investigation team (JIT) has been formed to investigate the spread of disinformation related to an alleged sexual assault incident at a private educational institution in Lahore. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) leads the investigation, focusing on the role of social media in spreading false information. FIA Deputy Director Forensics, Waqas Saeed, …

8 Delicious Food That Are Healthy for You

Eating healthier doesn’t mean sacrificing taste or spending hours in the kitchen. With the right approach, you can whip up delicious meals that are both satisfying and good for you. Whether you’re looking to reduce sugar, increase your vegetable intake, or simply enjoy comforting favorites in a lighter form, there are plenty of ways to …

Asma Abbas Addresses Trolls Targeting Son’s Complexion

Asma Abbas recently celebrated the Dua e Khair of her son, Ahmed Abbas Gill. Zara Noor Abbas, Ahmed’s sister, shared pictures from the event on social media. Unfortunately, the photos sparked negative reactions from social media users. Trolls targeted Ahmed’s complexion, commenting that his skin tone was darker compared to Zara Noor Abbas and Asma …

Sindh Minister Vows to Crack Down on Unlawful Pressure from Labor Groups

Karachi: Sindh’s Minister for Labor and Human Resources, Shahid Abdul Salam Taheem, assured industrialists that the provincial government would firmly address unlawful pressures from labor organizations. He spoke during a luncheon hosted by the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI). Taheem emphasized that the government would not tolerate industries being blackmailed by labor groups …

Hafiz Naeemur Rehman Calls for SCO to Address Palestinian Issue

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman called for the ongoing Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Islamabad to address the Palestinian issue and condemn the violence in Gaza. Speaking to the media in Faisalabad on Tuesday, Rehman emphasized that the SCO should discuss the atrocities in Gaza and collectively condemn them. He warned, “If India …

64 Palestinian Students Arrive in Pakistan to Resume Studies

A second group of 64 Palestinian medical and dental students from Gaza arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday morning. A prominent non-governmental organization (NGO) confirmed this initiative. It aims to help students affected by the conflict in the Middle East. This initiative began in July. Pakistan announced that over 100 Palestinian students would receive scholarships. Therefore, …

Mysterious Blobs Wash Up on Canada’s Beaches, Investigation Underway

Mysterious white blobs have been washing up on Newfoundland’s beaches for over a month. This unusual phenomenon has sparked an investigation by Canadian authorities. Locals and government scientists are puzzled by the sudden appearance of these strange masses. Beachcombers in Newfoundland often encounter flotsam from the Atlantic. However, the appearance of these blobs has baffled …

Study Reveals Human Sense of Smell Can Distinguish Odors in Just 60 Milliseconds

A new study has upended previous beliefs about the human sense of smell. Researchers found that humans can distinguish odors in less than a second, rivaling how our brains perceive colors. This research, published Monday in Nature Human Behaviour, challenges the idea that our olfactory sense is slow. The study reveals that humans can differentiate …

Govt Hikes Diesel Price by Rs5, Petrol Unchanged

The government has announced a Rs5 increase in the price of high-speed diesel (HSD), citing fluctuations in the international market. Starting midnight tonight, the price of HSD will rise from Rs246.29 to Rs251.29 per litre. However, the price of petrol will remain unchanged at Rs247.03 per litre for the next two weeks. In a notification …

Israel’s Retaliation Against Iran Will Reflect National Interests, Says Netanyahu

Israel will consider the opinions of the United States but will ultimately act in its own national interests in response to Iranian missile threats. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office confirmed this stance following Iran’s missile launch against Israel on October 1. The attack involved about 200 missiles and aimed to retaliate for earlier Israeli strikes …

Trudeau Condemns India’s Alleged Campaign of Violence

Canadian police accused the Indian government of working with a notorious criminal network run by gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The gang is working to execute targeted killings of dissidents in Canada. The accusations, revealed on Monday, triggered a diplomatic row between the two nations, leading both countries to expel each other’s top diplomats. The controversy centers …

Imran Khan’s Doctor Denied Entry at Adiala Jail Amid PTI Protest

RAWALPINDI: Dr. Asim Hussain, Imran Khan’s personal physician, arrived at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on Tuesday to meet the former prime minister for a medical examination. However, the jail authorities denied him entry. PTI officials reported that Dr. Hussain, who also serves as the CEO of Shaukat Khanum Hospital, waited outside the jail, seeking clearance …

Indian FM S Jaishankar Arrives in Pakistan for SCO Summit After a Decade

India’s Minister for External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday. This marks the first such visit in nearly a decade. Jaishankar is attending the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, which will start in the evening. The SCO includes China, India, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, and several Central Asian states. Pakistan joined as a …

Election Campaign: Kamala Harris Says Trump Is “Unstable” and “Unhinged”

Kamala Harris is intensifying her campaign against Donald Trump with just 21 days left in the race. On Monday, the vice president warned that Trump is “unstable” and “unhinged,” accusing him of seeking “unchecked power.” Harris urged voters to pay attention to Trump’s words at his rallies, pointing out the danger of his authoritarian rhetoric, …

Rs750 Prize Bond Draw Set for October 15: A Popular Investment Choice

Hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis continue to choose prize bonds as their preferred investment. These bonds offer a secure way to save money with the added possibility of winning substantial prizes. The prize bond program, run by the Central Directorate of National Savings since the 1960s, operates in partnership with the State Bank of Pakistan. …

Punjab Police Refute Assault Claims Following Violent Lahore Protest

Punjab police have dismissed claims about the alleged rape of a private college student, stating that “there is no victim” connected to the accusations that led to a violent protest in Lahore. On Monday, students gathered outside the college to protest after rumors of a female student’s rape spread on social media. The protest quickly …

Arabian Sea Depression Moves Towards Oman, PMD Warns Fishermen

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a warning to fishermen on Tuesday, advising them to avoid deep waters due to a depression forming in the Arabian Sea. The system is expected to move further towards the Oman coast. “The depression over the West-central Arabian Sea has slowly shifted westward during the past 10 hours. …

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