A seven-month-old Palestinian infant was killed and his parents were injured after Israeli forces opened fire on their vehicle in the Tel Rumeida area of Hebron in the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. Read More: Israeli settler attack injures Palestinian infant in West Bank The ministry identified the infant as Sam Abu Haikal. His […]
Putin dismisses Zelenskiy’s proposal for direct talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s proposal for a face-to-face meeting, saying he currently sees “no point” in holding direct talks as the war between Russia and Ukraine enters its fifth year. Read More: Zelenskiy urges direct talks with Putin to end war Speaking during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Putin described […]
Punjab braces for hotter weather as temperatures climb
A fresh spell of intense heat has gripped Punjab, with temperatures rising across the province and weather authorities warning that conditions are likely to become even hotter over the next few days. Read More: Punjab faces rising temperatures after rainy system departs According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, dry weather is prevailing in most parts of Punjab, including […]
Pakistan, Russia agree to boost cooperation against illegal immigration
Pakistan and Russia have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in preventing illegal immigration, marking a key outcome of bilateral meetings held on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation gathering in Bishkek. Read More: Over 38,000 Pakistanis deported from Gulf countries last year, NA told The agreement was signed during talks between Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin […]
US Senate approves $70 billion boost for immigration enforcement
The United States (US) Senate has approved legislation that would provide an additional $70 billion to immigration enforcement agencies, marking a significant victory for President Donald Trump and his administration’s border security agenda. Read More: US Senate rejects immigration bills, leaves Dreamers in limbo The bill passed the Senate in a 52-47 vote, receiving support from nearly all […]
Pakistan rejects India’s comments on Gilgit-Baltistan elections
Pakistan on Friday strongly rejected India’s remarks regarding the upcoming elections in Gilgit-Baltistan, describing the statements as baseless and reaffirming its longstanding position on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. Read More: Bilawal demands same-day elections across country In a statement, the Foreign Office said India’s assertions about the electoral process in Gilgit-Baltistan were unfounded and reflected an […]
US and Iran exchange strikes near Strait of Hormuz
Tensions between the United States and Iran escalated sharply on Saturday after US forces struck Iranian coastal surveillance sites following the interception of drones launched toward the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Read More: Iran fires warning missiles at US warships According to the US military, four Iranian drones were shot down after being detected near the vital […]
Satirical ‘Cockroach Party’ plans protest in New Delhi
The founder of India’s viral satirical political movement, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has returned to New Delhi to seek permission for a protest targeting the country’s education minister amid growing online support for the campaign. Read More: Indian online movement alleges social media crackdown Abhijeet Dipke, a political communications strategist and graduate of Boston […]
Naqvi urges joint SCO action against regional security threats
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reaffirmed the country’s commitment to the “Shanghai Spirit” on Friday and called for stronger cooperation among member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to address terrorism, organised crime, cybercrime and narcotics trafficking. Read More: Naqvi approves new convention hall ahead of SCO Summit Speaking at a special meeting of SCO ministers responsible […]
Traditional Turkish coffee seller becomes a tourist attraction in Istanbul
A traditional Turkish coffee vendor has become a popular attraction for visitors exploring Istanbul’s historic Balat district, where culture, history and hospitality come together along the shores of the Golden Horn. Read More: Different ways people drink coffee around the world Located in one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods, Balat is renowned for its colourful streets, steep […]