Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators have gathered in the British capital to condemn an event promoting the sale of land and properties in illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Demonstrators outside the so-called “Great Israeli Real Estate Event” in London on Sunday shouted slogans and held posters reading, “Stop Israel’s illegal sale of stolen […]
Trump’s support in rural America slips as fuel and food prices climb
Brian Rauch has felt the squeeze of higher gas prices on his 30-mile (50-km) drives from his home in rural Stevensville, Montana, to the doctor’s office. He has also noticed food prices going up and, as an Air Force veteran, sees little rationale for the US-Israeli war on Iran. These are among the reasons the […]
Labour unions, victims demand fresh probe into Baldia factory fire
Labour unions and victims of the Baldia Town factory fire on Sunday demanded a fresh examination of the case, arguing that recent Supreme Court observations reinforced their long-held position on responsibility and accountability. National Trade Union Federation Pakistan General Secretary Nasir Mansoor and Pakistan Workers Federation Senior Vice President Zehra Khan made the demand during […]
Budget aims to shift economy from stability to growth, says finmin
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Saturday said the federal budget 2026-27 firmly reinforced Pakistan’s “direction of travel” from economic recovery towards sustainable growth, with a strong focus on export-led expansion and creation of an enabling environment for businesses. Addressing a post-budget news conference, accompanied by Federal Minister for Information and […]
WB team satisfied with progress on Fifth Tarbela extension project
A high-level delegation of the World Bank, led by its Country Director for Pakistan, Bolorma Amgaabazar, visited the under-construction Tarbela Fifth Extension Hydropower Project (T-5) and expressed satisfaction over the pace and quality of work being carried out on the strategic energy project. During the two-day visit, the delegation was given a comprehensive briefing on […]
Salma shines at National Junior Athletics Championship with two gold medals
Emerging athletics star Salma Afridi from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has firmly established herself as one of Pakistan’s most promising young athletes after delivering an outstanding performance at the 6th National Junior Athletics Championship 2026, winning two gold medals, two silver medals, and one bronze medal. Her remarkable achievements at the national event reflect not only her […]
Intel chief Gabbard claims US ran 120 biolabs across 30 countries
United States Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard has claimed that the US has funded more than 120 biological laboratories across over 30 countries, adding that details of the programme were deliberately concealed from the American public. In a statement released by her office, Gabbard said her office had uncovered “longstanding” US government support […]
WHAT IS IN THE DEAL?
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has said that while changes in the deal were still possible, the tentative agreement showed his country had emerged stronger from the conflict. Hours after those remarks, US forces shot down multiple Iranian one-way attack drones heading toward the Strait of Hormuz, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters. […]
Government cuts levy on fuel products
The federal government has revised the petroleum levy rates on various fuel products, making changes to levies, freight margins, and other charges. According to an official notification, the petroleum levy on petrol has been reduced by Rs9.34 per litre, while the levy on diesel has been increased by Rs8.67 per litre. Following the revision, the […]
Gas leak explosion injures six in Rawalpindi
Six people were injured in a gas leakage explosion inside a house in Rawalpindi. According to Rescue 1122, the explosion occurred at a residence in Efandi Colony, Rawalpindi. The gas leakage blast was followed by a fire, which caused injuries to six people and resulted in significant damage to the house. Rescue 1122 spokesperson said […]