Category: 1. Pakistan
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Two killed in separate knife attacks in Karachi
A crime scene tape can be seen at the site of an incident in Karachi, on February 18, 2023. — Online KARACHI: Two people including a woman were killed in separate knife attacks in Karachi, with the police detaining suspects in one case and launching a manhunt in… Continue Reading
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Traffic police ban taxis, rickshaws in various markets in Karachi
Rickshshaws are parked at Karachi’s Karimabad market on March 5, 2025. — Online KARACHI: Owing to the city’s increasing traffic woes, Karachi Traffic Police have devised a plan in view of the heavy crowd in markets ahead of Eid ul Fitr. The traffic plan provisions… Continue Reading
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On OIC’s behalf, Pakistan urges world to act ‘decisively’ against Islamophobia
A UNGA session is underway. — UN website/ File Islamophobia not restricted to one region, says Pakistani envoy. He says it’s being used as avenue for political advancement. Akram urges govts to ensure their laws reflect religious tolerance. UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan,… Continue Reading
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UNSC condemns ‘heinous, cowardly’ Jaffar Express attack by BLA terrorists
general view shows the United Nations Security Council meeting on non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, US on March 14, 2022. — Reuters UNSC offers “deepest… Continue Reading
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PTI committee wants oversight of party’s social media, seeks Imran’s nod
PTI founder Imran Khan speaks with Reuters during an interview, in Lahore on March 17, 2023. — Reuters Senior leaders to meet PTI founder Imran Khan in jail. Will persuade ex-PM over prevention of misuse of social media. Khan to be advised to form body to vet all… Continue Reading
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PM Shehbaz congratulates Canadian counterpart Mark Carney on assuming office
A collage of PM Shehbaz Sharif and Canadian PM Mark Carney. — Facebook/ Mian Shehbaz Sharif/Reuters PM wishes newly sworn in Canadian premier successful tenure. Carney takes charge of Canada rattled by breakdown in US relations. Carney is political novice who has… Continue Reading
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Thieves steal solar panels from cricketers Kamran and Umar Akmal’s father’s home
Thieves broke into the farmhouse of Pakistani cricketers Kamran and Umar Akmal’s father in… Continue Reading
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Yellow Line BRT completion set for May 2025, 5 Months ahead of deadline
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Rare breed dog stolen in Peshawar; police officer among arrested thieves
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Barrister Gohar commends security forces for averting major disaster in Jaffar Express attack
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