Saveera Parkash becomes first Hindu woman to contest elections in Pakistan By: Web Desk on December 26, 2023In a groundbreaking development within the realm of Pakistani politics, Saveera Parkash, a trailblazing doctor, has etched her name in history by submitting nomination papers as the first woman from a minority community to vie for a general seat. The courageous move signals a progressive shift in the political landscape of the country. Hailing from […]
Israeli strike kills Iran’s senior general By: Web Desk on December 26, 2023In a recent Israeli strike in Syria, a senior Iranian general associated with the Revolutionary Guards lost his life, intensifying tensions in the already volatile Middle East. The situation escalated following attacks by Iran-aligned groups, triggered by Iran-backed Hamas militants’ assault on southern Israel on October 7, leading to a full-blown conflict with Israel. The […]
Israel denies visa to UN staff as violence in Gaza continues By: Web Desk on December 26, 2023In a striking display of defiance, Israeli authorities have officially declared their decision not to renew the visas of United Nations (UN) staff members actively engaged in relief efforts within a conflict-ridden region. Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen has openly accused the UN of “hypocrisy” and asserted that collaboration with individuals involved in what he […]
Gold rates in Pakistan; Check today gold price – 26 Dec 2023 By: Web Desk on December 26, 2023KARACHI – Gold rates in the local market on Tuesday stand at Rs218,200 amid a positive trajectory in international rates. Gold Rates in Pakistan Today – 26 December 2023 A day after long weekend, the single tola of 24 Karat gold was available at Rs218,200, and the price for 10-gram gold reached Rs187,070. For 22 Karat, […]
Bilawal takes on Sharif brothers in their political stronghold By: Web Desk on December 22, 2023PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has strategically opted to challenge the long-standing influence of the Sharif brothers in Lahore during the upcoming polls on February 8, as revealed by sources from Geo News on Friday. Bilawal has meticulously chosen to contest elections from the NA-128 constituency in Lahore, historically regarded as the political bastion of the […]
Pakistan demands UN probe into TTP acquiring advanced military equipment By: Web Desk on December 21, 2023Pakistan has formally requested the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to initiate a comprehensive investigation into the origins of the advanced military equipment acquired by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). During a briefing on Afghanistan at the UNSC’s United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Ambassador Munir Akram, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, underscored […]
UN vote on Gaza delayed another day amidst talks to avoid US veto By: Web Desk on December 21, 2023The ongoing crisis in Gaza saw the UN Security Council grappling with a proposed cease-fire resolution, diligently presented by the United Arab Emirates. Unfortunately, for the third consecutive day, the Council failed to reach a conclusive vote. The urgency of the situation was underscored by the series of brutal attacks perpetrated by Israel in Gaza, […]
Discos Request Rs4.66/Unit Hike in January Power Bills By: Web Desk on December 20, 2023The power distribution companies (Discos), excluding K-Electric, are exacerbating the challenges for electricity consumers by requesting a significant hike in January 2024 bills. These Discos are seeking approval from the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) to impose an additional Rs4.6617 per unit on consumers for January 2024, citing the fuel charges adjustment (FCA) for […]
Top lawyers doubt CEC’s fairness in polls By: Web Desk on December 19, 2023The preeminent legal entities within the nation, namely the Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) and the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), have openly articulated their skepticism regarding the competence of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikander Sultan Raja in orchestrating elections characterized by fairness and transparency, specifically those slated for February 8 of the upcoming year. In […]
LHC bars FIA from taking disciplinary action against Khadija Shah By: Web Desk on December 19, 2023On Tuesday, the Lahore High Court (LHC) issued an order prohibiting the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) from implementing any disciplinary measures against Khadija Shah, a woman leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and a prominent fashion designer, who is currently under arrest. The FIA initiated a money laundering investigation against Khadija Shah, a challenge […]