Defence Minister Says Trump Unlikely to Call for Imran Khan’s Release

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Wednesday stated that Pakistan’s government does not expect U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to push for Imran Khan’s release. During a broadcast on the U.S. election, Asif said, “We don’t think Trump will call for PTI founder’s release. Let’s wait 15 to 20 days and see his stance.” Trump, a Republican, …

Afghanistan Takes Commanding 92-Run Victory Over Bangladesh

Afghanistan secured a dominant 92-run win over Bangladesh in Sharjah, taking a 1-0 lead in the series with two games remaining. In a match marked by exceptional spin bowling, Afghanistan defended their target of 235 with confidence, thanks in large part to an impressive six-wicket haul from rising star AM Ghazanfar. The next match will …

NEPRA Cuts Fuel Charges to Ease Electricity Costs for September

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a fuel charge adjustment (FCA) reduction of PKR 1.28 per unit for the month of September 2024. This decision was taken after the Central Power Purchasing Agency-Guarantee (CPPA-G) submitted a request to NEPRA. The CPPA-G had initially asked for a PKR 0.71 per unit decrease in …

Hurricane Rafael Rapidly Intensifies, Threatens Cuba

Hurricane Rafael is rapidly strengthening in the Caribbean and could become a Category 3 hurricane before hitting Cuba on Wednesday. By Wednesday morning, Rafael had reached Category 2 status with winds of 110 mph, just 1 mph short of Category 3. The storm was located 130 miles from Cuba, rapidly intensifying with a 50 mph …

US Stocks Surge Following Trump’s Election Victory

US stocks experienced a sharp rise on Wednesday after Donald Trump was projected to win the 2024 presidential election. The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared by 1,309 points, or 3%, reaching a new high. This marks the first time the Dow has gained over 1,000 points in a single day since November 2022. If the …

When is Kamala Harris going to speak today?

As election results came in on Tuesday night, Vice President Kamala Harris did not speak to her supporters or the nation. Her campaign co-chair, Cedric Richmond, confirmed that Harris would not address the public immediately but planned to speak on Wednesday. Former President Donald Trump has been projected as the winner of the 2024 U.S. …

Justice Aminuddin Leads Seven-Judge Bench

In its first session under the 26th Amendment, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) appointed Justice Aminuddin Khan to lead a seven-judge constitutional bench. Justice Aminuddin, fourth in seniority among Supreme Court judges, was chosen by a majority vote of seven to five. Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi was among those who dissented. …

Prashanth Neel Apologizes to Shah Rukh Khan

Prashanth Neel, the director of KGF and KGF 2, recently apologized to Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani for scheduling the release of Salaar on the same date as Dunki. The clash is set for Christmas 2023, a slot that Dunki had reserved well in advance. Neel explained that the decision to release Salaar on …

Afghanistan Sets Target of 236 in First ODI Against Bangladesh

The Sharjah pitch gleamed under the sun, looking almost like a mirror. It was a pitch to bat first, and Afghanistan’s captain Hashmatullah Shahidi made that choice in the first ODI against Bangladesh. He anticipated the pitch would favor spinners in the later innings. However, things didn’t go as planned, and Afghanistan found themselves struggling …

Ali Shaikhani Wins Constable Seat in the U.S.

Houston: In the U.S. elections, Fort Bend County constable candidate Ali Shaikhani defeated his opponent Nabeel Shaikh. The biggest contest in Fort Bend County was between Republican Ali Shaikhani and Democrat Nabeel Shaikh. This is the first time in election history that a Republican candidate, Ali Shaikhani, won the Precinct 3 constable seat, defeating incumbent …

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh: 1st ODI Kicks Off in Sharjah

Sharjah: The much-anticipated three-game ODI series between Afghanistan and Bangladesh began on Wednesday at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Afghanistan, led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, is the favorite in the opening match. On the other hand, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto aims to lead his team to a strong start with a victory. This exciting ODI series …

TikTok Star Bella Bradford Passes Away After Brave Cancer Battle

TikTok star Bella Bradford has passed away at the age of 24. The young influencer, known for her upbeat videos, left a final heartfelt message for her followers, recorded shortly before her passing. Bradford’s posthumous farewell was shared as a “get ready with me” video, where she expressed gratitude and offered her followers words of …

Bitcoin Hits Record High After Trump Wins Election

Bitcoin rallied overnight, reaching a new all-time high as former President Donald Trump claimed victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the U.S. presidential election. The flagship cryptocurrency surged to $75,000 late Tuesday, smashing its previous record. By Wednesday, it was trading 6% higher at $73,841, according to Coin Metrics. This rally pushes Bitcoin past …

Army Chief’s Tenure Extended to 2027 After Army Act Amendments

ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif confirmed that Army Chief General Asim Munir will serve until 2027, following recent amendments to the Army Act. Speaking to a private channel, Asif highlighted that the amendment brings stability by setting a fixed term for military leadership. This change, he noted, would reduce the need for parliamentary approval for …

KP Govt to Pursue Legal Action Against Islamabad Police

A high-level meeting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, is set to discuss the legal action against Islamabad police. The meeting will address the recent raid on the K-P House in Islamabad, with the cabinet expected to approve measures to challenge the police action. This cabinet meeting will also …

Supreme Court Forms New Constitutional Bench After 26th Amendment

ISLAMABAD: The Judicial Commission formed a seven-member constitutional bench at the Supreme Court on Tuesday, appointing Justice Aminuddin Khan as head, as mandated by the recently passed 26th Constitutional Amendment. The Judicial Commission, restructured under the 26th Amendment, held its first meeting with Chief Justice Yahya Afridi presiding. The commission appointed a constitutional bench with …

IMF Mission to Arrive in Pakistan Early to Review $7 Billion Bailout Package

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) will send a mission to Pakistan next week, four months ahead of the planned review. The IMF aims to assess Pakistan’s performance in implementing conditions linked to the $7 billion bailout package approved earlier this year. Diplomatic sources say this early visit underscores the program’s importance for the IMF, especially …

Salman Bhojani Re-elected to Texas State Assembly in 2024 Elections

Salman Bhojani, a Pakistani-American Democrat, has won re-election to the Texas State Assembly. First elected in 2022, Bhojani has built a reputation for his commitment to healthcare, education, and business development. As a strong advocate for immigrant rights, he has worked tirelessly to support marginalized communities in Texas. His re-election highlights his growing influence and …

Donald Trump Declares Victory, Thanks Family in Speech to Supporters

In his speech, Donald Trump thanked his wife, Melania, whom he called “the First Lady.” He praised her latest book, calling it “the number one best seller in the country.” Trump noted her dedication to helping others, saying, “She’s done a great job and works very hard to help people.” Melania stood alongside Trump as …

Donald Trump Nears White House Victory with Major Win

Donald Trump has achieved a significant milestone in his third presidential campaign. Despite skepticism about his campaign’s organization and messaging, he has defied expectations. Critics had doubted his approach to mobilizing voters and questioned if his stance on abortion would resonate with women. Yet, Trump’s strategy has paid off, positioning him on the edge of …

Eric Trump Shares Photo of Donald Trump Preparing to Address Supporters

Donald Trump’s son, Eric, shared a photo of his father preparing to address an eager crowd in Florida. The image, posted shortly before noon, shows the former president behind the scenes, poised to speak to his supporters. A massive crowd has gathered, chanting, “We want Trump! We want Trump!” in anticipation of his appearance. For …

Fahad Mustafa Expresses Gratitude for ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’ Success

Pakistan’s film and TV superstar, Fahad Mustafa, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to his fans, team, and ARY Digital for the immense success of his comeback serial, Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum. As anticipation builds for the finale episode, set to air at 8 PM, Fahad took a moment to thank everyone involved in the project for …

Father of Sara Sharif Denies Responsibility in Daughter’s Death

London: Urfan Sharif, the father of 10-year-old Sara Sharif, denied any responsibility for her death as he testified at his murder trial in London’s Old Bailey court on Tuesday. Sara was found dead in her Woking home in August 2023, after what prosecutors allege was a prolonged period of “serious and repeated violence.” Prosecutor Bill …

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