Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has commended outgoing Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa for facilitating the enactment of the 26th Constitutional Amendment. He asserted that such legislation would not have been possible under any other chief justice. This statement came as the Shehbaz Sharif-led government, with the support of allies …
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Justice Mansoor Ali Shah Not Planning to Resign as Supreme Court Judge
ISLAMABAD: Sources close to Supreme Court Justice Mansoor Ali Shah have confirmed that he does not intend to resign, despite being superseded for the position of Chief Justice by Justice Yahya Afridi under the recent 26th Constitutional Amendment. Reports suggesting that Justice Mansoor was advised to retire after being passed over for the chief justice …
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Security Forces Eliminate 9 Terrorists in Bajaur Operation
RAWALPINDI: Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) on the night of October 23-24. As a result, they eliminated nine terrorists including two suicide bombers and a key ringleader, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the operation’s success on Thursday. The operation specifically targeted Said Muhammad, known as “Qureshi Ustad.” …
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Blinken Meets Saudi Crown Prince to Push for Gaza Ceasefire
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh on Wednesday. The meeting is part of Blinken’s efforts to end the conflicts in the Middle East, particularly in Gaza. Blinken stressed the importance of ending the war in Gaza, freeing hostages, and helping the people of Gaza rebuild …
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Former Israeli Official Warns IDF May Be Committing War Crimes in Gaza
Eran Etzion, a former deputy head of Israel’s National Security Council, is raising concerns over Israel’s military conduct in Gaza. A longstanding critic of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Etzion is respected for his years of service under four Israeli prime ministers. He now warns that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) might be committing war crimes …
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Gold Hits Record High in Pakistan as Global Prices Surge
KARACHI: Gold surged by Rs2,000 on Wednesday, reaching a new all-time high of Rs285,400 per tola (11.66 grams). This marked the seventh consecutive day of record-breaking gains, driven by global market trends. Meanwhile, the Pakistani rupee remained stable against the US dollar at Rs277.73 in the inter-bank market for the second day in a row. …
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Ishaq Dar Urges Youth Leadership at Commonwealth Dialogue in Samoa
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for greater youth leadership at the Commonwealth Intergenerational Dialogue in Samoa. He stressed that young people are essential to building a resilient and inclusive Commonwealth. Moreover, Dar highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to empowering its young population. He pointed to initiatives like the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme. …
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WhatsApp Introduces Encrypted Contact Databases
WhatsApp has unveiled a new privacy-focused encrypted storage system, Identity Proof Linked Storage (IPLS), aimed at enhancing contact management security. This innovative system addresses two major issues that WhatsApp users faced for years. Losing your phone shouldn’t mean losing your contacts! WhatsApp’s new feature eliminates the risk of losing your contact list and finally makes …
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PIA’s Final Auction Set for October 30 After Initial Delays
The government has officially set October 30, 2024, as the date for the final auction of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), following several delays. This announcement came on Wednesday during the seventh session of the National Assembly. Auction Delayed Due to Low Bidder Interest Initially, the privatisation process was scheduled to conclude on October 1, 2024. …
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Adnan Siddiqui Criticizes Kriti Sanon for Reshma Song ‘Rip-Off’
Adnan Siddiqui, a well-known Pakistani celebrity, has voiced strong disapproval of Bollywood’s T-Series for releasing a remix of the iconic song “Akhiyaan De Kol.” This beloved track, originally sung by the legendary Pakistani artist Reshma, is part of the soundtrack for the upcoming film Do Patti. Siddiqui took to social media to express his dissatisfaction …
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John Kelly Labels Trump as “Authoritarian,” Suggests He’s a Fascist
Washington — Former Marine Corps Gen. John Kelly, who served as Donald Trump’s longest-tenured White House chief of staff, said in a recent interview that Trump prefers a dictatorial style of governance, has made comments praising Adolf Hitler, and disliked being seen with veterans who had lost limbs. In an interview with The New York …
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Troops Deployed to Jewish Community Center in Sri Lanka After U.S. Warns of Possible Attack
Sri Lankan authorities have deployed troops and increased police patrols around a Jewish community center in a popular surfing town, following a warning from the U.S. embassy about a potential attack on tourist hotspots in the area. The enhanced security measures come after social media posts called for a boycott of Israeli-owned businesses in Arugam …
CNN’s Clarissa Ward Recounts Terrifying Detainment in Darfur
CNN’s veteran correspondent, Clarissa Ward, revealed a harrowing experience of being held captive by a militia in Darfur, Sudan. The incident occurred while she was reporting on the civil war that has devastated the region. Ward, 44, was accompanied by cameraman Scott McWhinnie and producer Brent Swails when they were detained by armed fighters for …
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Pakistan, Turkiye Pledge to Strengthen Bilateral Ties at Istanbul Expo
Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Turkiye’s Defense Minister, Yasar Guler, on Wednesday during the International Istanbul Expo. The meeting highlighted both countries’ commitment to deepening cooperation in various sectors. Deepening Cooperation Between Pakistan and Turkiye Yasar Guler expressed his appreciation for Mohsin Naqvi’s participation in the expo, emphasizing how such events contribute …
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Abhishek’s Absence Fuels Divorce Rumors
Aishwarya recently attended a cousin’s birthday party, but Abhishek was notably absent. This absence fueled further speculation about their marriage. Aishwarya posed for photos with her daughter Aaradhya, mother Vrinda Rai, and other family members, but the lack of her husband in the frame raised eyebrows. Netizens quickly reacted to Abhishek’s absence. One user stated, …
Sheikh Hasina’s Party’s Student Wing Banned After Violent Protests
The Bangladesh government has officially banned the Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL), the student wing of the Awami League, on Thursday. This move comes after the group’s involvement in violent attacks during student protests. These protests played a significant role in the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government in August. The ban was imposed …
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PTI to Challenge 26th Constitutional Amendment
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shoaib Shaheen declared on Wednesday that the party will challenge the recently passed 26th Constitutional Amendment. He described it as a threat to the independence of Pakistan’s judiciary. This announcement came during an interview with a local news channel. The amendment, passed by the ruling coalition with a two-thirds majority, makes …
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Terror Attack at Turkish Aerospace Facility
ANKARA: A terrorist attack struck the Turkish Aerospace Industries’ (TUSAS) headquarters on Wednesday, killing four people and wounding 14 others. The incident occurred near Ankara, where witnesses reported hearing gunfire and an explosion. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed that security forces killed two attackers during the incident. Three of the injured are in critical condition. …
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KSE-100 Index Soars Past 87,000 Points at Pakistan Stock Exchange
Shares at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) reached a new all-time high on Wednesday. The benchmark KSE-100 index crossed the 87,000-point barrier, closing at 87,194.53 points. This marked an increase of 727.96 points or 0.84% from the previous close of 86,466.57 points. The index even reached an intraday high of 87,309.22 points. Mohammed Sohail, CEO …
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Israel Kills Hezbollah Leader Hashem Safieddine in Airstrike
Hezbollah confirmed on Wednesday that Israeli forces killed Hashem Safieddine, a high-ranking Hezbollah leader. Safieddine was seen as the likely successor to Hassan Nasrallah, who was also killed in an Israeli airstrike. Hezbollah did not specify the exact time or location of the strike but referred to it as a “criminal and aggressive Zionist raid.” …
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TEXPO Pakistan 2024 Kicks Off with International Participation
The 5th edition of TEXPO Pakistan 2024 began on 23rd October in Karachi. Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal inaugurated the event at Expo Center Karachi. Governor of KPK Faisal Karim Kundi and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah also attended the opening ceremony. Key figures such as TDAP Chief Executive Muhammad Zubair Motiwala …
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Modi and Xi Resume Talks After 5-Year Hiatus
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held formal talks on Wednesday. This marked their first official meeting in five years. The meeting signals improving ties between the two nations after their 2020 military clash. The talks took place on the sidelines of the Brics summit in Kazan, Russia. Just two days …
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PM Shehbaz Welcomes Palestinian Students, Urges Global Action on Gaza
PM Shehbaz Sharif has warmly welcomed Palestinian medical students to Pakistan in a ceremony held in Islamabad. Addressing the students, he expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine, comparing the atrocities in Gaza to historic tragedies. He called on the global community to put an end to the bloodshed in Palestine and Lebanon. PM Shehbaz …
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