US Airstrike on Yemeni Detention Center Kills 68 African Migrants

SAADA, Yemen: A U.S. airstrike on a migrant detention center in Yemen’s northern Saada province killed at least 68 African migrants and wounded 47 others, according to Houthi-affiliated Al Masirah TV. The tragic incident has triggered global outrage over the rising civilian toll in conflict zones. The targeted facility housed approximately 115 migrants, primarily Ethiopians, …

PM Shehbaz Sharif Convenes Urgent CCI Meeting Today Over Canal Dispute

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urgently convened a Council of Common Interests (CCI) meeting today in Islamabad, following a request from the Sindh government amid ongoing protests across the province. Originally scheduled for May 2, the meeting was brought forward after Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon formally appealed for an earlier session. Memon confirmed …

India Bans Dozens of Pakistani YouTube Channels Amid Rising Tensions

In a sweeping move, India banned Geo News and 15 other Pakistani YouTube channels, accusing them of spreading “provocative” content after the Pahalgam attack. The decision, announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, drew strong condemnation from Pakistan. India Justifies YouTube Ban New Delhi claimed the banned channels propagated sensitive narratives that countered Indian media’s …

Israel Boosts Military Spending by 65 Percent in 2024, SIPRI Reports

In a sharp escalation, Israel increased its military spending by 65 percent in 2024, reaching $46.5 billion, according to a new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). This marks Israel’s steepest annual military spending hike since the Six-Day War in 1967. The SIPRI report highlights that global military expenditure soared to $2.72 …

We Asked Chatgpt About Jihad in Islam and Here is What it Said

Jihad — a word often misunderstood, misused, and misrepresented — holds a powerful and noble place in Islam. Rooted deeply in the Quran and the Hadith (sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him), jihad is not just about warfare, as many assume. Instead, it represents a broader and deeper struggle for personal …

Massive Explosion Injures Over 100 at Iran’s Bandar Abbas Port

A huge explosion rocked the Sina container yard in Bandar Abbas on Saturday. Officials confirmed the blast injured at least 115 people. Iran’s customs authority said the explosion happened at a facility linked to the Ports and Maritime Organization. Emergency services quickly moved the injured to nearby hospitals. Authorities blamed negligence for the explosion. State …

Trump’s Kashmir Remark Sparks Controversy Amid Rising Tensions Between Pakistan and India

United States President Donald Trump stirred controversy by claiming Pakistan and India have been “fighting over Kashmir for 1,000 years.”He made the inaccurate statement while speaking to journalists aboard Air Force One. Tensions are already running high between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.A deadly gun attack in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) region’s …

Nationwide Shutter-Down Strike Shows Strong Solidarity With Palestine

Pakistan witnessed a complete shutdown across several cities on Saturday as traders, businesses, and citizens joined a countrywide strike to show solidarity with Palestinians. In cities like Murree, Peshawar, Pakpattan, Gojra, Kamalia, Kot Addu, and Tando Muhammad Khan, almost all shops and markets stayed closed. Streets looked deserted as people supported the call given by …

Viral Kashmir Dance Video Falsely Linked to Martyred Navy Officer

A dance video showing a young couple in Kashmir’s scenic Baisaran Valley has gone viral for the wrong reasons. Social media users falsely claimed it captured Navy officer Lieutenant Vinay Narwal and his wife, Himanshi, during their honeymoon. As the video gained widespread attention, the real couple in the clip came forward. Ashish Sehrawat and …

Pakistan Demands International Probe Into Kashmir Killings, Vows to Defend Its Core Interests

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has declared Pakistan’s willingness to participate in any neutral and transparent investigation into the recent killings in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Speaking to the media, he emphasized the country’s openness to an impartial inquiry. He also highlighted the critical importance of water to Pakistan’s survival, calling it a …

UN Urges Immediate Action as Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Worsens

The United Nations has sounded the alarm over the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as basic necessities vanish from markets and thousands face starvation. UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric briefed reporters on Thursday, declaring the situation in southern Gaza “desperate.” He said, “Children are going hungry, patients remain untreated, and people are dying. It is …

UN Urges India and Pakistan to Show Restraint After Deadly Kashmir Attack

Hamilton, Canada: The United Nations has called on both India and Pakistan to exercise maximum restraint after a deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir claimed at least 26 lives. The appeal comes amid rising tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. UN Condemns Attack, Warns Against Escalation UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric addressed reporters during a …

PM Shehbaz Halts Indus Canals Project Until Inter-Provincial Consensus

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a pause on the Indus River canal project, stressing that further progress will not continue until all provinces reach a mutual consensus. The decision came after a key meeting between PM Shehbaz and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in Islamabad on Thursday. The move appears …

UN Demands Accountability After Israel Admits Strike That Killed UN Staff in Gaza

The United Nations has renewed its call for accountability after Israel admitted its military was behind a deadly strike in Gaza that killed a UN staff member and injured at least five others. The incident occurred on March 19, when an Israeli shell hit a UN guest house in the Gaza Strip. The location of …

Maria B Issues Official Statement Amid Türkan Atay Payment Dispute

Lahore: Prominent Pakistani fashion designer Maria B has officially responded to the ongoing social media storm involving Turkish influencer Türkan Atay. The controversy, centered on an alleged payment conflict, has sparked wide public interest and raised questions about brand-influencer collaborations. Maria B Breaks Her Silence On April 23, Maria B posted an official statement on her …

SBP’s Financial Stability Review 2024 Shows Resilient Banking Sector

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released its annual Financial Stability Review (FSR) for 2024, highlighting a notable recovery in the country’s economic and financial landscape. The report, mandated under Section 39(3) of the SBP Act, 1956, evaluates the performance, risks, and resilience across key financial segments including banks, microfinance banks (MFBs), development finance …

Pakistan Slams India’s Move to Suspend Indus Waters Treaty, Closes Wagah Border and Cuts Ties

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has strongly rejected India’s unilateral decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance, calling it a dangerous and unlawful move. Following this escalation, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an urgent National Security Committee (NSC) meeting to respond to Indian actions and review the regional situation after the recent Pahalgam attack in …

Israel Steps Up Gaza Attacks, Kills Entire Families as Aid Blockade Continues

In the early hours of Thursday, Israeli forces launched intense air raids on Gaza, killing multiple families. One devastating strike hit the Sheikh Radwan district in northwest Gaza City. A father, mother, and their four children were killed while sheltering in their home. Witnesses and civil defence teams described a horrifying scene. The children’s body …

Geopolitical Tensions with India Trigger Major Market Crash

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a steep fall on Thursday as rising tensions with India sparked panic selling across the capital market. Investors dumped shares amid fears of further escalation, erasing much of the week’s earlier gains. The benchmark KSE-100 Index plunged to an intraday low of 114,661.20, down 2,564.94 points or 2.19% from …

Pahalgam Attack: Tragedy or Timed Tactic? A Pattern India Can’t Ignore

In yet another chilling episode from Indian-occupied Kashmir, a fresh attack has shaken the region — this time in the serene town of Pahalgam, where blood once again stains the soil of a valley known for its peace and pilgrimage. The timing? Too perfect to be coincidental. With the Modi government nearing the end of …

NSC Meeting to Decide Pakistan’s Response to India’s Actions Following Pahalgam Attack

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to chair an emergency National Security Committee (NSC) meeting today to assess the escalating situation following India’s recent retaliatory actions in the wake of the Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The meeting, scheduled for 11 a.m., will bring together top civilian and …

Pakistan Warns of “Fitting Response” to India’s Pahalgam Reaction: Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif announced on Wednesday that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will chair a National Security Committee (NSC) session on Thursday to decide Pakistan’s response to India’s provocative actions following the recent Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The attack, which left at least 26 people dead and …

Saudi Arabia and India Strengthen Ties with Key Agreements in Energy, Defense, and Trade

RIYADH – Saudi Arabia and India have taken significant steps to deepen bilateral relations by signing multiple agreements across various strategic sectors during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the Kingdom. According to a joint statement released on Wednesday, the two countries agreed to enhance cooperation in defense industries, energy supply, trade, and …

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