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 …

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 …

Rubab Uncovers Adeel’s Betrayal in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum

In the latest episodes 30 and 31 of Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, the characters continue to evolve, and the story is clearly moving towards its conclusion. Fahad, who plays Mustafa, has graced the screen with a transformation that is both admirable and commendable. Once portrayed as a careless individual, Mustafa has now grown into a …

Pakistan Gets Encouraging Response from China on Debt Reprofiling

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said Pakistan is getting an “encouraging” response from China on its request to reprofile power sector debt. Speaking to Bloomberg at the IMF and World Bank meetings, he mentioned that discussions had started. So far, the response has been positive. However, he added that the talks are still in their early …

Justice Yahya Afridi to Take Oath as Pakistan’s 30th Chief Justice

Justice Yahya Afridi will take oath as the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) on Saturday. This comes after the Special Parliamentary Committee (SPC) nominated him last night. The current CJP, Qazi Faez Isa, will retire on October 25. The 26th Amendment has changed how the chief justice is appointed. Now, the appointment is made based …

Islamabad High Court Grants Bail to Bushra Bibi

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) granted bail to Bushra Bibi on Wednesday. She is the wife of PTI Chairman Imran Khan. The case involved an expensive Bulgari jewellery set from Toshakhana, which was obtained at a low price. On October 4, Bushra Bibi filed a petition seeking post-arrest bail. The IHC notified the Federal Investigation …

India and Pakistan Renew Kartarpur Corridor Agreement for 5 More Years

India and Pakistan have agreed to extend the Kartarpur Corridor agreement for another five years, ensuring continued access for Indian pilgrims to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur in Pakistan. However, the unresolved issue of a $20 fee per pilgrim, charged by Pakistan, remains. Significance of Kartarpur Sahib for Sikhs Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur, commonly referred to …

Japan Shares Fall as Elections and Earnings Take Center Stage

Japan’s stock market saw a shares fall on Tuesday, with the Nikkei 225 falling by 1.39% as investors focused on upcoming national elections and key corporate earnings reports. Concerns about both domestic and U.S. political events contributed to the drop, while China’s markets showed marginal gains. China Sees Slight Gains Amid Earnings Season In China, …

Qualcomm introduces cores for phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite

Qualcomm has launched its latest high-end chip for flagship smartphones, the Snapdragon 8 Elite, bringing laptop-class CPU architecture to mobile devices. The new chip features an enhanced version of the Oryon CPU architecture, previously seen in the Snapdragon X Elite chips used in Windows PCs earlier this year. Snapdragon 8 Elite: Qualcomm’s Next-Gen Chip Delivers …

Jennifer Garner Shares ‘Important’ Message Amid Marriage Speculation

Jennifer Garner, who is reportedly preparing to marry her longtime boyfriend John Miller, shared an important message with her fans, focusing on a cause close to her heart. Jennifer Garner Advocates for Voter Participation Amid Wedding Speculation Ahead of the upcoming U.S. elections, the 52-year-old actress emphasized her concern for the future of the country. …

U.S. Envoy Hochstein: Working to End Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Permanently

U.S. special envoy Amos Hochstein announced on Monday in Beirut that the United States is actively working on a solution to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Hochstein stressed that simply adhering to U.N. Resolution 1701, which brought an end to the 2006 conflict, would not suffice. Hochstein: U.S. …

Dengue Cases Expected to Decline by November, Says PMD, Next Two Weeks Critical for Containing Virus Spread

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted a decline in dengue fever cases by November, thanks to shifting meteorological conditions. However, officials warn that the next two weeks remain crucial for controlling the virus’s spread. As the weather continues to favor mosquito breeding, health authorities must take immediate action to prevent a worsening outbreak. Immediate …

Real Madrid’s Stunning Comeback Against Borussia Dortmund: Vinicius Jr.’s Hat-trick Seals 5-2 Victory

Real Madrid delivered an extraordinary performance tonight in the UEFA Champions League, beating Borussia Dortmund 5-2 in a thrilling comeback. The two teams faced off on Matchday 3 of the group stage, just six months after their last encounter in the competition’s final. In that previous meeting, Real Madrid emerged victorious and lifted the Uefa …

US Pressures India for Accountability in Foiled Murder Plot Investigation

WASHINGTON: US officials have urged their Indian counterparts for swift action. They want greater accountability regarding the investigation into Indian involvement in a foiled murder plot. This plot targeted a Sikh activist in the United States. A US official, who preferred to remain anonymous, confirmed this information. Last week, an Indian Enquiry Committee visited Washington …

Concerns Emerge as HRCP Critiques the 26th Amendment

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has voiced strong reservations regarding the 26th constitutional amendment Act 2024. This became the law on October 21. Despite some improvements from earlier drafts, the HRCP fears the amendments may undermine judicial independence. HRCP Chairman Ahsan Iqbal Butt highlighted critical issues in a statement on Tuesday. He expressed …

PTI Rejects Justice Yahya Afridi’s Nomination as New Chief Justice

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has vehemently rejected the nomination of Justice Yahya Afridi as the new Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). Party leaders vowed to initiate a protest movement against the Special Parliamentary Committee’s decision. PTI leader Hamid Khan expressed the party’s condemnation of the nomination during an interview with Geo News. He stated, …

CJP Isa Issues Detailed Minority Judgment on Reserved Seats Case

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa released a detailed minority judgment on Tuesday, stating that the Supreme Court’s July 12 verdict in the reserved seats case was not binding. He argued that the implementation of this verdict should be held off as the review petitions in the case are still pending and …

Parliamentary Committee Agrees on Justice Yahya Afridi as Next Chief Justice

ISLAMABAD: The Special Parliamentary Committee, constituted for the first time in Pakistan’s history to appoint a Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP), has agreed on the name of Justice Yahya Afridi for the position. This decision came after the first round of the in-camera meeting, which took place on Tuesday afternoon in Parliament House. The committee, …

Pakistani Delegation Briefs IMF on Fiscal and Energy Reforms

ISLAMABAD: A Pakistani delegation briefed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday about the steps taken to expand fiscal space through tax and energy reforms. The delegation, currently in Washington, met with IMF’s Deputy Managing Director Kenji Okamura to highlight key measures aimed at improving the economy. According to a notification from the finance ministry, …

PTI Leadership Denies Reports of Internal Discontent

ISLAMABAD: Barrister Gohar Ali denied reports of internal discontent. He also denied reports claiming that jailed PTI Founder Imran Khan rebuked the party’s leadership. He made this statement during a media briefing on Tuesday. “The PTI remains united, and there is no forward block in its ranks,” Gohar stated confidently. His remarks aimed to quell …

Israeli Soldier Takes Own Life After PTSD from Gaza War

A 40-year-old father of four, Eliran Mizrahi, deployed to Gaza following the Israeli attack on the region on October 7, 2023. After six months in the war against Hamas, he returned home a changed man, traumatized by the horrors he witnessed. His family told CNN that Mizrahi struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and felt …

PM Shehbaz Praises 26th Constitutional Amendment for Swift Justice

ISLAMABAD: After the successful legislation of the 26th Constitutional Amendment, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the legal reforms. He stated that they will ensure swift redressal of cases pending with the judiciary. Addressing his cabinet in Islamabad on Tuesday, the prime minister said, “With the 26th Constitutional Amendment, the people will get quick justice from …

Sindh Government Sets Minimum Wage at Rs37,000 for Workers

KARACHI: The Sindh government has officially notified a new minimum wage of Rs37,000 per month for workers, effective from July 2024. sources reported the announcement on Tuesday. According to the notification, all industrial and business firms in the province must comply with the new minimum wage standard. Employers are required to ensure their workers receive …

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