At least 31 people were killed and more than 50 others injured on Saturday during a political rally held by Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, officials confirmed. According to V. Selvaraj, a senior police official in the district, the tragedy unfolded when large crowds gathered to hear Vijay speak as part of his […]
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Punjab’s Children Face Obesity Time Bomb
LAHORE: A new World Obesity Federation report has sounded the alarm on the rapid rise of childhood obesity in Punjab, warning that the province is heading towards a severe diabetes crisis if urgent action is not taken. The international study ranks Pakistan fifth globally for childhood obesity, with Punjab recording the sharpest increase in overweight […]
Lawyers vs. Judges: Showdown in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Senior lawyers, many associated with the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf (PTI), on Wednesday voiced firm support for five Islamabad High Court (IHC) judges who recently raised alarm over interference in judicial affairs. The legal fraternity also expressed solidarity with Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangir, who was controversially restrained from performing judicial functions. At a convention attended by […]
Another Chance for Private Hajj Scmehe Pilgrims Left Out Last Year
Pilgrims who missed Hajj under the private scheme last year have been given another chance, as the Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the registration deadline. The extension was announced due to disruptions caused by floods. According to ministry sources, the Hajj portal is still open for registration. Initially, private scheme pilgrims were given until […]
Karachi Floods: PM Orders NDMA, SDMA to Scale Up Relief Operations
KARACHI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday took notice of the worsening flood situation in Karachi and parts of Sindh, directing the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to work closely with the Sindh Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) for urgent rescue and rehabilitation efforts. He expressed grief over the deaths in Gadap Town’s Konkar stream, where […]
Putin Backs Trump’s Ukraine Peace Efforts Ahead of Alaska Talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed support for U.S. President Donald Trump’s diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine, ahead of a high-stakes summit between the two leaders scheduled for Friday in Alaska. More than three years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Putin said the Trump administration is showing “genuine and active” interest in […]
Bangladeshi youth still face job crisis after uprising
One year after the violent uprising that forced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from power, Bangladesh’s youth are still struggling to find jobs. The protests erupted over unfair job quotas in civil service exams and left nearly 1,400 people dead, triggering a nationwide demand for reform. On Saturday, August 2, 2025, the situation remains largely […]
Royal expert denies rumors about William, Kate’s move
A recent report claimed that Prince William and Kate Middleton might leave their current home, Adelaide Cottage, for the more grand Fort Belvedere. However, royal expert Jennie Bond has dismissed this news as a mere rumour. She believes the royal couple is unlikely to trade their modest home for a gothic-style mansion hidden in Windsor […]
Imran Khan confirms sons will visit him in jail
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has revealed that his sons, Kasim and Suleiman, will soon visit him in Pakistan. Speaking to reporters at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, Khan clarified that while they plan to meet him, they will not take part in politics or any anti-government activity. The statement came during a media interaction on […]
Santner leads New Zealand to nine-wicket win over Zimbabwe
New Zealand captain Mitch Santner praised his team’s strong collective effort after the Black Caps defeated Zimbabwe by nine wickets in the first Test at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. Santner, captaining for the first time in Tests due to Tom Latham’s injury, highlighted the bowlers’ excellent performance but felt the batting could have been sharper. […]