Pakistan hosts Adel al–Jubeir the Saudi Minister for Foreign Affairs By: Web Desk on March 7, 2019Al-Jubeir arrived in Pakistan today, he was previously scheduled for March 1 but his visit was delayed for unknown reasons. PM Imran Khan and FM Shah Mehmood Qureshi will meet al-Jubeir in Islamabad. They will be speaking about the current situation between India and Pakistan in light of the events that have unfolded over the […]
Political gathering attacked in Kabul By: Web Desk on March 7, 2019 The political gathering attended by Afghanistan’s chief executive, Abdullah Abdullah and former president, Hamid Karzai has been targeted, multiple explosions could be heard in Kabul on Thursday. The meeting was to mark the 24th death anniversary of Abdul Ali Mazari, leader of Hezb-e-Wahdat, who was killed by the Taliban in 1995.The group was formed to […]
The Tradition of Barbarity By: AFP/Web Desk on March 6, 2019An era of dread has loomed over Pakistan where Camels have been subjected to severe brutality. Camel fighting continues regardless of the sport being illegal. Thousands gather on the sidelines as caravans of camels, adorned with traditional accessories are brought forth to fight. The masses scream and shout as camels lumber across the dusty pitch […]
Former Indian CJ Applauds Pakistani PM for being a real statesman By: Web Desk on March 6, 2019The former Indian Chief Justice, Markandy Katju while being interviewed on a Pakistani channel appreciated the sane and calculated response of Imran Khan in the face of unrelenting Indian aggression both on the ground and in the political arena. He appreciated Mr. Khan’s calm response saying he’s more than a politician, calling him a real […]
Mukhtaran Mai case: SC grants attorney to the accused By: Agencies on March 6, 2019Turning down excuse of accused persons of infamous Muktaranan Mai rape case that they are unable to pay fee of attorney, the Supreme Court on Wednesday granted an opportunity to defendants to render services of lawyer in the Matter by March 27. Taking up review plea in the matter, a three-member bench led by Justice […]
France tries to set trend with internet tax bill By: AFP on March 6, 2019France wants to lead the way in making internet giants pay taxes on digital sales where they take place France will introduce a bill Wednesday to tax internet and technology giants on their digital sales, and thus curb efforts to pay global levies in countries with lower tax rates. The bill, to be discussed by […]
At least 16 killed in attack in eastern Afghanistan By: AFP on March 6, 2019Afghan victims receive medical treatment at a hospital following a suicide attack on a private construction company in Jalalabad At least 16 people were killed in a suicide attack Wednesday on a construction company in eastern Afghanistan, an official said, the latest bloody assault in the war-torn country. The hours-long attack in Jalalabad began early […]
Transgender sold for Rs1 million in Jhelum By: Web Desk on March 6, 2019Two transgender persons have been arrested on Wednesday, accused of selling members of the transgender community of Jhelum. On the complaint of Mohammad Nadim alias Neelam a first information report (FIR) has been lodged under Section 370 of the Pakistan Penal Code in Dina police station of the Jhelum district. A transgender person; Haji Anwar […]
Bilawal Bhutto elected as the Chairman of the National Assembly Standing Committee for Human Rights. By: Web Desk on March 5, 2019PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Tuesday was elected as the chairperson of the National Assembly Standing Committee for Human Rights. Would like to thank all members across party lines for unanimously electing me as chairperson of the human rights committee of National Assembly of Pakistan. Human rights are the foundation stone of any democracy. […]
Traffic, security plan outlaid as PSL 4 shifts to Karachi By: Web Desk on March 5, 2019Following the shift of Pakistan Super League to Karachi from Lahore, 13,000 personnel have been deployed for security. Dr. Amir Sheikh, the Inspector General (IG) of Karachi disclosed in a press conference that a security plan has been outlaid for the tournament. Security personnel will be deployed at the National Stadium in Karachi from 9th […]