Authorities in India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh have demolished one madrasa and ordered the closure of two others, drawing renewed attention to concerns over actions affecting Muslim religious institutions in the country. According to reports published by Indian media, the administration in Ghaziabad carried out the action after alleging that one of the seminaries […]
AJK sets July 27 date for general elections
The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir has announced July 27, 2026, as the date for general elections to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and released a detailed election schedule. According to an official notification, polling will take place across all constituencies of the Legislative Assembly from 8:00am to 5:00pm on July […]
Instagram Plus rolls out globally with exclusive features
Meta has officially launched its optional Instagram Plus subscription service worldwide, offering users access to a range of exclusive features designed to enhance content creation, personalization and user engagement on Instagram. Read More: Instagram empowers users with smarter feed control The new subscription-based service is aimed at users who want greater control over their experience on […]
Weekly inflation eases as prices of some essentials decline
Pakistan recorded a slight decline in weekly inflation, according to the latest figures released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, offering some relief to consumers despite continued increases in the prices of several essential commodities. Read More: Weekly SPI declines as annual inflation remains sharply elevated The bureau reported that weekly inflation fell by 0.56 per cent during the latest […]
Mahira Khan says she is ready for life beyond heroine roles
Pakistani actress Mahira Khan has said she is fully prepared for the day when she will no longer be offered traditional heroine roles, adding that she is enjoying her current phase of life and career without worrying about the future. Read More: Mahira Khan says open to all kinds of roles, not just heroine characters Speaking […]
Two sons of tribal leader killed in Waziristan shooting
Two sons of a tribal leader were killed in a shooting incident in Waziristan on Friday, while a passerby was injured, according to local police officials. The incident occurred near the Karrikot Bazaar area of Wana, where unidentified armed men opened fire, resulting in the deaths of the two victims at the scene. The attackers […]
Federal budget proposes funding for Karachi development projects
The federal government has proposed allocating funds in the upcoming budget for several ongoing and new development projects in Karachi, focusing on transport, infrastructure, healthcare and education initiatives. Read More: Housing ministry faces major Rs8.62bn budget cut in Pakistan According to budget documents, a proposed allocation of Rs1.98 billion has been earmarked for the city’s Green Line […]
Gold prices recorded a modest decline across Pakistan
Gold prices recorded a modest decline across Pakistan on Friday, reflecting a downward trend in international bullion markets. Read More: Gold and silver prices decline in Pakistan after recent rise According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola fell by Rs1,496 during the day. Following the decrease, the […]
Trump faces rising resistance from fellow Republicans
US President Donald Trump is facing increasing resistance from members of his own Republicans Party as concerns grow over key policy decisions and the political implications of upcoming midterm elections. Read More: Trump says Republicans ready to impose gun background checks Although Trump has maintained a strong grip on the Republican Party since returning to office in […]
Trump legal team blocks BBC request in $10bn lawsuit
Lawyers representing US President Donald Trump have refused to provide financial records requested by the BBC in a $10 billion defamation lawsuit, according to a report by the Financial Times citing court filings. Read More: BBC to fight Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit The dispute stems from a lawsuit filed by Trump in Florida in December 2025, in which […]