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Pakistan: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari warns Imran Khan's party will face consequences if no apology given for May 9 riots

Islamabad | May 16, 2024 1:01:02 PM IST

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has warned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan of consequences if the "non-serious party" refuses to apologise over the May 9 riots, reported Geo News. ... read..

Pak PM Shehbaz to personally assess PoJK situation, says law and order is top priority

Islamabad | May 15, 2024 2:59:54 PM IST

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has underscored his government's commitment to upholding law and order in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), declaring it a top priority during a federal cabinet meeting, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Pak: Imran Khan's party responds to poll body's objections on intra-party polls

Islamabad | May 15, 2024 1:00:26 PM IST

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has submitted a comprehensive response to objections raised by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) regarding the third intra-party elections (IPE) held within less than two years. The party urged the ECP to officia ... read..

Pakistan boy kills drug addict father for assaulting mother

Islamabad | May 15, 2024 1:00:07 PM IST

A tragic incident unfolded in Tibba Sultanpur as a 15-year-old boy, driven by rage, took the life of his father, whom he described as a 'drug addict', for assaulting his mother, ARY News reported. ... read..

UAE: 'Jaywan' poised to generate savings of up to AED1 billion

Middle East | May 15, 2024 9:00:33 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 15 (ANI/WAM): Abdulaziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of the UAE Banks Federation (UBF), affirmed that the national domestic card scheme, Jaywan, is poised to generate substantial financial savings for numerous companies and retailers across the c ... read..

UAE: Dubai ranked No.1 globally for attracting Greenfield FDI projects for third successive year

Middle East | May 15, 2024 9:00:28 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 15 (ANI/WAM): Dubai has further reinforced its position as the world's leading hub for foreign direct investment (FDI). According to the Financial Times Ltd's "fDi Markets" data, Dubai ranked No.1 overall in global Greenfield FDI projects ... read..

Pak PM Shehbaz approves PKR 23 bn immediate provision for PoJK amid clashes, protests

Islamabad | May 14, 2024 11:00:27 AM IST

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has authorised the immediate allocation of PKR 23 billion to Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) following recent clashes and protests in the region, Dawn reported. ... read..

UAE: 33rd Al Gaffal 60ft Traditional Dhow Sailing Race postponed to reserve days

Middle East | May 14, 2024 7:59:44 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 14 (ANI/WAM): Due to sea conditions and wind patterns, the Higher Organising Committee of the 33rd Al Gaffal 60ft Traditional Dhow Sailing Race, has made the decision to postpone the race. ... read..

"Not different from Afghanistan when it comes to journalism...": Pakistani journalist

Karachi | May 14, 2024 12:01:50 AM IST

The journalists in Pakistan lamented their situation in the country, emphasising that they have been facing harassment-related issues, adding that the situation is not very different from Afghanistan when it comes to journalism. ... read..

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to convene high-level meeting as dissent grows in PoJK

Islamabad | May 13, 2024 11:00:14 AM IST

Amid violent clashes between police and protesters in the Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will convene a high-level meeting on Monday to discuss the ongoing situation in the region, ARY News reported. ... read..

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal departs on special flight for Iran, likely to sign crucial Chabahar port pact

New Delhi | May 13, 2024 10:59:46 AM IST

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday boarded a special Indian Air Force flight for Iran and is expected to witness signing of the crucial Chabahar port agremment between the two countries, reliable sources said. ... read..

Pakistan Peoples Party demands its founder Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto's image on currency notes

Lahore | May 13, 2024 10:00:22 AM IST

The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) on Sunday adopted a resolution demanding the federal government to declare party founder Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto a national democratic hero and feature his image on currency notes, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..

Innovation Hub UAE: Mobilising international efforts to strengthen safety, sustainability of global food sector

Middle East | May 13, 2024 7:59:22 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): The establishment of the Food Innovation Hub UAE by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) in cooperation with the World Economic Forum, reflects MBRGI's commitment to mobilising international efforts to s ... read..

Pakistan: Bilawal calls for 'dialogue' among politicians to drive country out of crisis

Lahore | May 13, 2024 6:00:00 AM IST

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has called for dialogue among the political forces in the country to resolve the issues faced by Pakistan, Geo News reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan directs legal team to approach SC to retrieve footage of May 9 events

Islamabad | May 10, 2024 11:01:02 AM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has directed his legal team to file petitions in the Supreme Court for the retrieval of footage from cameras installed on military premises on May 9, alleged deaths of 16 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers, an ... read..

Pak Army chief says there will be 'no compromise' with May 9, 2023, attack planners

Islamabad | May 10, 2024 9:01:23 AM IST

The Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, General Syed Asim Munir, said that there can be no compromise with the planners and architects of the attacks of May 9, 2023, that took place on military establishments in the country, terming it the 'dark chapter in o ... read..

Pakistan power regulatory authority increases electricity tariff by PKR 2.83 per unit

Islamabad | May 9, 2024 12:30:48 PM IST

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Wednesday increased the electricity price by Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 2.83 per unit under the monthly fuel adjustment, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

Lahore airport fire: International, Hajj flights delayed

Lahore | May 9, 2024 12:30:13 PM IST

Fire broke out at Lahore airport in the lounge area causing chaos and disrupting several international flights, including the inaugural Hajj journeys, Aaj News reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Seven workers from Punjab killed in terrorist attack in Gwadar

Gwadar | May 9, 2024 12:29:59 PM IST

Seven workers from Pakistan's Punjab were killed and another one was injured in a terrorist attack in the early hours of Wednesday night, ARY News reported, citing police. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader calls May 9 riots 'conspiracy to target Imran Khan'

Islamabad | May 9, 2024 9:28:40 AM IST

Responding to critics targeting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for planning and executing May 9 protests, the party's Secretary General, Omar Ayub Khan, called the incident "a conspiracy to target party founder Imran Khan," Pakistan-based Geo News reporte ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Sher Afzal Marwat removed from party's political committee

Islamabad | May 9, 2024 4:30:41 AM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Sher Afzal Marwat has been removed from the party's political committee, ARY News reported on Wednesday citing sources. ... read..

Unrest erupts in POJK as Pak security forces deployed ahead of May 11 protests

Geneva | May 9, 2024 4:30:32 AM IST

Tensions are rising in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) as the Pakistani administration has been deploying troops from Punjab Province to suppress the upcoming protest in the region on May 11. ... read..

Emirates inks strategic tourism agreements with Hong Kong, Seychelles, Sri Lanka

Middle East | May 8, 2024 9:30:33 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 8 (ANI/WAM): Underscoring Emirates' commitment to boost tourism inflows across its network, the airline has reaffirmed its strategic cooperation with Tourism Seychelles and the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau and has forged a new partn ... read..

May 9 perpetrators to be punished as per Constitution, says Pak Defence Minister Khawaja Asif

Islamabad | May 8, 2024 3:29:47 AM IST

The perpetrators of the May 9 riots, which saw attacks on military establishments, including General Headquarters (GHQ), will face legal and constitutional consequences, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said on Tuesday, according to ARY New ... read..

Human Rights Focus Pakistan President calls for renewed commitment to stand with labourers

Faisalabad | May 4, 2024 2:29:45 PM IST

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) commemorated Labour Day 2024 on May 1 with a focus on "Ensuring Safety and Health at Work in a Changing Climate" at Vision Hall in Faisalabad. ... read..

Imran Khan accuses Pakistan's Chief Justice of being 'biased' against his party

Islamabad | May 4, 2024 11:30:11 AM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has accused Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa of being "biased" against his party. He urged the courts to expedite hearings of his case, Pakistan-based The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

Pak: Imran Khan rejects claims of deals, calls for expedited hearings in jail

Rawalpindi | May 4, 2024 7:30:44 AM IST

Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), currently detained in Adiala Jail, dismissed any notion of striking a deal for his release. He urged the courts to accelerate the hearings of his cases, underscoring his readiness for dialogue but not ... read..

Hamas to send delegation to Cairo 'in positive spirit to reach an agreement'

Gaza City | May 4, 2024 6:30:43 AM IST

Hamas has officially announced its intention to dispatch a delegation to Cairo in a bid to advance mediated negotiations. Leading the delegation will be Khalil al-Hayya, a prominent figure within the group, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

'Joint Assessment Team" declares end of adverse weather conditions in UAE

Middle East | May 4, 2024 6:30:39 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 4 (ANI/WAM): The Joint Weather and Tropical Assessment Team has declared the end of the weather event that affected the UAE over the past few days. ... read..

UAE, Uzbekistan sign investment memorandum to boost digital infrastructure development

Middle East | May 4, 2024 6:30:38 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 4 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Investment of the UAE and the Ministry of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan have signed an investment memorandum, establishing a framework for investment cooperation in digital infrastruct ... read..

Pak man arrested in alleged rape of 8-year-old girl

Mansehra (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) | May 4, 2024 2:30:34 AM IST

A man was apprehended by Mansehra police on Friday for allegedly raping an eight-year-old girl the day before, authorities disclosed, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pakistan harbours most dubious track record: India at UN General Assembly

New York | May 3, 2024 12:01:05 PM IST

In a veiled attack on Pakistan, India at the United Nations General Assembly said that Islamabad harbours a "most dubious track record" in all aspects, as it slammed "destructive and pernicious" remarks made by Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the U ... read..

Heavy rains in UAE again: Dubai flights cancelled, schools and offices shut

Abu Dhabi | May 3, 2024 11:00:51 AM IST

Days after the United Arab Emirates witnessed flooding in April, heavy rains have returned to the country with several flights being cancelled and delayed in and out of Dubai while people and students were asked to work and study from home, Khaleej Times ... read..

Pak: Fazlur Rehman insists on fresh elections, alleges rigging in previous polls

Karachi | May 3, 2024 5:59:32 AM IST

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam's leader, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, has once again dismissed the outcomes of the general elections and called for new polls, citing "widespread rigging and irregularities," as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Pak college implements restrictions on girl students' political participation

Lower Dir (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) | May 3, 2024 4:00:14 AM IST

The Government Postgraduate College, Timergara has issued directives instructing girl students to abstain from participating in political events, birthday celebrations, and other extracurricular activities during their commute to and from the campus, Dawn ... read..

Pak: Restrictions imposed on movement of Chinese nationals sans armoured vehicles

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | May 3, 2024 4:00:12 AM IST

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has implemented measures requiring Chinese citizens to travel with armoured vehicles while in the region, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Islamabad Court to hear Imran Khan's wife application against NAB's new probe

Islamabad | May 2, 2024 9:59:18 AM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) will hear the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi application against the National Accountability Bureau's new probe related to the sale of Toshakhana gifts on Thursday, Pakistan-based The N ... read..

Israel reopens Gaza's Erez crossing for first time since Oct 7

Middle East | May 2, 2024 7:59:49 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 2 (ANI/TPS): Israel reopened the Erez Crossing with Gaza for the first time since October 7 with the passage of 30 trucks delivering food and medical supplies from Jordan to the northern area of the Strip. ... read..

Turkey joining South Africa's genocide lawsuit against Israel

Middle East | May 2, 2024 7:59:45 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 2 (ANI/TPS): Turkey announced it is joining South Africa's genocide lawsuit against Israel in the International Court of Justice on Wednesday. ... read..

Pak: Fiscal challenges mount as interest payments surge, development sector suffers

Islamabad | May 2, 2024 5:58:48 AM IST

Pakistan's Ministry of Finance (MoF) issued a warning regarding the escalating fiscal pressures driven by a substantial 54 per cent increase in interest payments, leading to the country's fiscal deficit widening to 3.7 per cent of GDP in the first nine mo ... read..

Pak: Tragic house fires claim lives of 3 children in Fasialabad

Faisalabad (Punjab) | May 2, 2024 5:00:19 AM IST

Three minor siblings tragically perished in a house fire in Faisalabad, with their three-year-old sister and father sustaining burn injuries, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Pak: Prominent hotel owner apprehended for gas theft in Karachi crackdown

Karachi | May 2, 2024 5:00:16 AM IST

In a recent operation targeting gas theft, authorities apprehended the proprietor of a well-known hotel for allegedly stealing gas directly from the service line in Karachi, according to ARY News. ... read..

UAE: GWU organises training workshops for second batch of Cyber Pulse Initiative

Middle East | May 2, 2024 12:31:11 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 1 (ANI/WAM): The General Women's Union (GWU), in collaboration with the UAE Cyber Security Council and the Khalifa Empowerment Programme (Aqdar), has launched the first phase of training workshops for the second batch of the Cyber Pul ... read..

Pakistan's sprawling megalopolis Karachi grapples with acute water shortage

Karachi | May 2, 2024 12:31:01 AM IST

Pakistan's sprawling megalopolis, Karachi with over 20 million inhabitants (some estimates go up to 30 million), faces a severe water shortage. ... read..

Dubai Government announces remote work for its employees on Thursday, Friday

Middle East | May 2, 2024 12:30:47 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 1 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Government announced the activation of remote work for employees across all its entities on Thursday, 2nd May 2024, and Friday, 3rd May 2024, due to the expected weather conditions. ... read..

India-UAE trade has surged by 16 pc, will continue to grow further, says Ambassador Alshaali

New Delhi | May 2, 2024 12:30:43 AM IST

UAE Ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Jamal Alshaali appreciated the rise in India-UAE trade by 16 per cent and emphasised that gold has played a significant part in the bilateral trade between the two nations. ... read..

UAE: Ports, customs, and free zone corporation implements precautionary measures to tackle potential impact of weather conditions

Middle East | May 2, 2024 12:30:31 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 1 (ANI/WAM): In light of the expected weather conditions in Dubai, the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) announced it has temporarily suspended accepting requests for the entry and departure of wooden dhows in Dubai. The PC ... read..

Pakistan announce women's squad for upcoming tour of England

Karachi | May 2, 2024 12:30:25 AM IST

Pakistan's newly-appointed women's selection committee on Wednesday announced a 17-player squad for their upcoming white-ball tour of England. ... read..

Pakistan: Two terrorists shot dead by security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad | April 29, 2024 12:00:38 PM IST

In an intense exchange of gunfire with the security forces, two terrorists were killed in the Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Sunday, Geo News reported citing the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). ... read..

Former Pakistan PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi says govt's decision to seek bailout from IMF demonstrates

Islamabad | April 29, 2024 11:00:31 AM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has said government's decision to seek bailout from the International Monetary Fund is an admission that "we have failed," Pakistan-based The Express Tribune reported. He stressed that all indicators of ... read..

Israel Air Force kills Hezbollah terrorist in Lebanon

Middle East | April 29, 2024 6:59:54 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 29 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that on Sunday afternoon it identified a Hezbollah terrorist operating in the Ayta al-Sha'b region and began tracking him. ... read..

Israeli military hits dozens of Gaza terror targets over last day

Middle East | April 29, 2024 6:59:52 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 29 (ANI/TPS): Over the past day, fighter jets and other aircraft of the Israel Air Force attacked dozens of terrorist targets throughout the Gaza Strip, including terrorist infrastructures, rocket launch sites, armed terrorists an ... read..

Pak: Punjab proposes bill to raise minimum age for girl marriage to 18

Lahore | April 29, 2024 6:59:48 AM IST

The Child Protection Welfare Bureau (CPWB) has put forth the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2024-25 to the Punjab government, aiming to raise the minimum age for girls to marry to 18 years, Dawn reported. ... read..

UAE Cabinet allocates AED2 billion to stand by UAE citizens with rain-damaged homes

Middle East | April 25, 2024 11:01:59 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 25 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Cabinet has approved an AED2 billion package to address the damage suffered by the citizens' homes during the recent severe weather conditions. ... read..

Plight of children in Pakistan: A dark reality of abuse in Madrassas

Islamabad | April 25, 2024 11:01:41 AM IST

Recent revelations of child sexual abuse by clerics and disturbing videos depicting the brutal punishment of madrassa students shed light on the grim realities lurking within Pakistan's religious institutions, Dawn reported. ... read..

UAE shares successful government modernisation experiences with Rwanda

Middle East | April 23, 2024 3:00:01 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 23 (ANI/WAM): The Government Experience Exchange Office in the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs received a delegation from the Government of the Republic of Rwanda, with the aim of sharing the UAE's successful experiences in government work. ... read..

Israeli military attacks Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Middle East | April 23, 2024 2:59:46 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 23 (ANI/TPS): On Monday afternoon, the eve of the Passover holiday, Israel Air Force fighter jets attacked a terrorist infrastructure belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in southern Lebanon. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf alleges election rigging by intelligence agencies in by-polls, calls for probe

Islamabad | April 23, 2024 1:00:56 PM IST

A day after the results of Pakistan by-elections were declared, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders have raised serious allegations, asserting the involvement of intelligence and security agencies in orchestrating election rigging, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pakistan: PML-N sweeps by-elections, claims victory on 21 national, provincial seats

Islamabad | April 23, 2024 12:00:26 PM IST

The ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) celebrated as provisional results released by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) revealed its dominance in by-elections held on 21 national and provincial seats across the country, Dawn reported. ... read..

UAE: G42 selects Qualcomm to boost AI inference performance

Middle East | April 23, 2024 5:59:07 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 23 (ANI/WAM): G42, the leading UAE-based technology holding group, has announced a technology collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to bring the high-performance, low-power Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 solutions to market through ... read..

Pakistan Teheek-e-Insaf to hold public gathering in Karachi on May 5 over alleged polls rigging

Islamabad | April 23, 2024 5:59:05 AM IST

The Pakistan Teheek-e-Insaf (PTI) Sindh President Haleem Adil Sheikh announced that the party's public gathering in Karachi has been rescheduled for May 5, ARY News reported. ... read..

UAE President holds dinner banquet at Qasr Al Watan in honour of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq

Middle East | April 23, 2024 5:58:54 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 23 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted a dinner banquet today at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi in honour of his brother, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, Sultan of Oman, as part of the state visit to the UAE. ... read..

Israel's Foreign Minister lobbies EU ministers to impose more sanctions on Iran

Middle East | April 23, 2024 2:59:53 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 23 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz directed the management of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' representation to the European Union and the Israeli embassies in Europe to increase ... read..

PoK: Gilgit-Baltistan faces medical, infrastructural crisis due to administration's ignorance

Gilgit Baltistan | April 23, 2024 12:28:19 AM IST

The Chunda village in the Skardu district of Gilgit Baltistan in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has a panoramic view of mountainsides and forests to die for. But the people are the ones who have to face the biggest drawback of the Pakistani administratio ... read..

Israel's Foreign Minister launches diplomatic campaign against Iran

Middle East | April 17, 2024 7:28:29 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 17 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Tuesday launched a diplomatic offensive against Iran, which he said would be carried out alongside Israel's military response - whatever that may be - to that country's firing ... read..

Three Hezbollah fighters killed in airstrike in Lebanon: Israel Defence Forces

Tel Aviv | April 17, 2024 6:28:50 AM IST

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that three Hezbollah fighters, including two commanders, were killed in its airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, CNN reported. ... read..

Israeli soldiers complete exercise near Lebanese border as tensions remain high

Middle East | April 17, 2024 6:28:46 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 17 (ANI/TPS): As tensions with Iran continue, Israeli reservists completed a combat readiness exercise along the Lebanese border on Tuesday, the Israel Defence Forces said. ... read..

Mohamed Abushahab appointed UAE's Permanent Representative to UN, presents credentials to UNSC

Middle East | April 17, 2024 12:29:33 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 16 (ANI/WAM): On Monday, Ambassador Mohamed Abushahab, the newly-appointed Permanent Representative of the United Arab Emirates to the United Nations, presented his credentials to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, succeeding La ... read..

Israel cracks down on illegal drones

Middle East | April 17, 2024 12:29:23 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Communications is taking action against the importation of drones that are prohibited for use in Israel. ... read..

99.5 pc of aid trucks sent to Gaza cleared for entry after Israeli security checks

Middle East | April 17, 2024 12:29:21 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 16 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories: Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) reported that out of 5,000 aid trucks sent to Gaza in the last month, more than 99.5 p ... read..

Price of milk on Israel going up 4.48 pc

Middle East | April 17, 2024 12:29:16 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Agriculture said that, according to the periodic price calculation, an increase of 4.48 per cent in the price of milk will go into effect on May 1, 2024. The price of eggs will remain unchanged. ... read..

UAE: EWEC issues RFPs for 1,500 MW Khazna Solar Photovoltaic independent power project

Middle East | April 17, 2024 12:28:47 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 16 (ANI/WAM): Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to qualified developers and consortiums that have expressed interest in developing the 1,500-megawatt (MW) Khazna Solar Photovoltai ... read..

Rain likey to play spoilsport in Pakistan, New Zealand T20I series

Rawalpindi | April 15, 2024 3:58:23 PM IST

Rain is likely to play spoilsport in the five-match T20I series between Pakistan and New Zealand, according to Geo News. ... read..

Pakistan: PTI candidates will emerge victorious in by-elections, says Punjab Information Secretary

Asia | April 15, 2024 11:58:41 AM IST

Lahore [Pakistan], April 15 (ANI) Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Punjab Information Secretary Shaukat Mehmood Basra expressed confidence in his party and said that PTI-backed candidates will emerge victorious in the by-election through the power of the ... read..

Fuel prices in Pakistan likely to hit PKR 8.50 per litre

Islamabad | April 15, 2024 11:58:39 AM IST

As the situation in the Middle East continues to unfold, the higher international market is estimated to push up the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel by about Pakistani currency (PKR) 2.50 and PKR 8.50 per litre, respectively, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Sharif family 'afraid' of prisoner number 804, says leader of Imran Khan's party

Quetta | April 15, 2024 10:58:37 AM IST

Leader of the Opposition in Pakistan's National Assembly, Omar Ayub has said that the Sharif family was "afraid" of prisoner number 804, referring to Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) Chairman and the country's former prime minister Imran Khan by his prisone ... read..

Pakistan bye-elections: 239 candidates to contest 23 vacant seats

Islamabad | April 15, 2024 7:58:01 AM IST

A total of 239 candidates will contest 23 vacant seats in both national and provincial assemblies in the upcoming bye-elections on April 21, ARY News reported, citing an official of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Sunday. ... read..

PPP chief Bilawal says PTI-led alliance 'conspiring' against Pakistan in name of 'rigging'

Islamabad | April 15, 2024 5:56:57 AM IST

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari launched a fresh attack at the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf-led grand opposition alliance, saying that the latter is hatching a conspiracy against the country under the grab of poll rigging claims, ... read..

Pakistan truck crash death toll rises to 18

Balochistan | April 12, 2024 2:30:07 PM IST

The death toll in the mishap in which a truck carrying pilgrims travelling to Shah Noorani shrine in Khuzdar, Balochistan crashed into a ravine has risen to 18, while over 50 people sustained injuries in the incident, Geo News reported. ... read..

Pakistan: 19 killed, 55 injured over resisting robberies during Ramzan

Karachi | April 12, 2024 12:29:32 PM IST

During Ramzan 2024, Karachi witnessed a surge in crime, with 19 fatalities and 55 injuries resulting from resistance to robberies, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Pak: Judge recuses himself from case on 'external interference' in judicial affairs

Islamabad | April 12, 2024 9:28:06 AM IST

Justice Yahya Afridi, one of the judges from the seven-member bench hearing the case on the alleged interference of Pakistan intelligence agencies in judicial affairs, recused himself from the suo motu case taken up by the Supreme Court, Geo News reported ... read..

'Birds of Goodness' delivers 125 tonnes of aid in largest airdrop to date in northern Gaza

Middle East | April 11, 2024 7:57:21 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 11 (ANI/WAM): The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the successful completion of the 30th "Birds of Goodness" airdrop operation, delivering 125 tonnes of humanitarian aid and Eid clothing to northern Gaza ... read..

UAE supports 'Amalthea Fund' for humanitarian response in Gaza with USD 15 million

Middle East | April 11, 2024 7:57:19 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 11 (ANI/WAM): Following the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE announced the allocation of USD 15 million in support of the "Amalthea Fund," which the Republic of Cyprus announced to sup ... read..

Sharjah Airport shares Eid Al Fitr joy with passengers

Middle East | April 11, 2024 7:57:17 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], April 11 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Airport shared the joy of Eid Al Fitr with passengers, celebrating the end of the holy month of Ramadan, in an atmosphere filled with happiness and joy, fitting the aestheticsof Eid and its religious and social m ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf activists detained for making videos outside Adiala jail

Rawalpindi | April 11, 2024 6:57:19 AM IST

Rawalpindi Police on Wednesday took five Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activists into custody for protesting and recording videos outside the main gate of Adiala jail on Eid ul Fitr's first day, The News International reported. ... read..

UAE: Facilities to host first Gulf Youth Games 100 per cent ready

Middle East | April 10, 2024 11:57:51 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 10 (ANI/WAM): The Organising Committee of the first Gulf Youth Games has announced that all sports facilities in the five host Emirates -- Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and Fujairah --are fully prepared to host the event. ... read..

Pak: Court postpones Imran, Bushra's appeal hearing to April 15

Islamabad | April 10, 2024 11:58:18 PM IST

The Session Judge (East), Shahrukh Arjumand, has postponed the hearing of appeals filed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan and his wife Bushra, seeking suspension of their convictions in the unlawful marriage case, until April ... read..

Pak cleric arrested again for raping minor boy in Lahore

Lahore | April 10, 2024 11:57:59 PM IST

A cleric found himself once again embroiled in a harrowing child abuse case, this time in Lahore, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pakistan to formally approach IMF for fresh bailout package in upcoming annual spring meetings

Islamabad | April 10, 2024 10:58:43 PM IST

Pakistan has decided to formally approach the global lender, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the medium-term Extended Fund Facility (EFF) during the upcoming annual spring meetings of the Bretton Wood Institutions (BWIs), Geo News reported. ... read..

Pakistan: 3 booked for forcibly marrying minor girl, converting her to Islam

Lahore | April 10, 2024 5:28:22 PM IST

A case has been filed against three accused for forcibly converting and marrying an 11-year-old non-Muslim girl in the Ferozwala area of Sheikhupura district, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

Pakistan: People in Karachi continue to face acute water shortages

Karachi | April 10, 2024 4:28:36 PM IST

As residents continue to face acute water shortages in many parts of Karachi on the eve of Eid ul-Fitr, there is no sign of relief from the problem even during the three days of the festival, with water supply being suspended through water bowsers for the ... read..

Pakistan's Defence Minister criticises Imran Khan's party for boycotting Senate polls

Islamabad | April 10, 2024 1:28:14 PM IST

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has criticised the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) over its recent protest in the Senate, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. He said that PTI was heading on the path of chaos and destruction by inciting the politics ... read..

How 2024's Insurance Trends Empower Consumers in UAE

New Delhi | April 10, 2024 12:28:21 PM IST

In 2024, the insurance industry is witnessing a significant transformation, with consumer empowerment at its core. ... read..

PML-N dissidents set to join former Pak PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi's party

Islamabad | April 10, 2024 8:28:05 AM IST

After Eidul Fitr, Zaeem Qadri, a former leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N), is set to join Shahid Khaqan Abbasi's political party, ARY News reported, citing sources, on Tuesday. ... read..

UAE President exchanges Eid Al-Fitr greetings with Emir of Kuwait and Turkish counterpart

Middle East | April 10, 2024 7:28:38 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 10 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan exchanged Eid Al-Fitr greetings today during phone calls with Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of the State of Kuwait, and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President ... read..

UAE: Muslim Council of Elders missions conclude revival of Ramadan rituals in several countries

Middle East | April 10, 2024 12:28:59 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 9 (ANI/WAM): The missions of the Muslim Council of Elders to several countries around the world during the blessed month of Ramadan concluded with the end of the holy month. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan's jail security measures cost Rs 1.2 million monthly

Islamabad | April 9, 2024 7:27:58 PM IST

The monthly bill of security provisions for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman Imran Khan at Adiala Jail are whopping over Rs 1.2 million, reported The Express Tribune, citing a report submitted by the jail superintendent to the Lahore High Court (LHC). ... read..

Pakistan issues 2,843 visas to Indian Sikh pilgrims for Baisakhi celebrations

New Delhi | April 9, 2024 6:28:38 PM IST

Pakistan has issued 2,843 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India, allowing them to participate in the annual Baisakhi festival scheduled to take place in Pakistan from April 13 to April 22. ... read..

Mohammad Amir, Imad Wasim make comeback as Pakistan name squad for New Zealand series

Lahore | April 9, 2024 5:28:33 PM IST

Star pacer Mohammad Amir and all-rounder Imad Wasim made sensational comebacks in cricket, as they have been named in Pakistan's 17-player squad for the five-T20I series against New Zealand. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf condemns Adiala jail staff for obstructing Imran's medical check-up

Islamabad | April 9, 2024 5:27:59 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has strongly criticised the Adiala Jail administration for not allowing a doctor to conduct a medical examination of PTI founding chairman Imran Khan, Dawn reported. ... read..

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