Pakistan Cracks Down on Begging in Saudi Holy Sites
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have introduced new measures to curb begging in Islamic holy sites, including affidavits for Umrah pilgrims and group travel requirements.
Vampire Diaries’ star earns praise after he rejects Starbucks onstage, Calls for Boycott
Michael Malarkey, known for The Vampire Diaries, refused to drink Starbucks coffee during a public event, urging a boycott over the company's perceived ties to Israel
Saudi prince uses fund to expand power, commit abuses: HRW
A 93-page report from the New York-based group describes how Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has asserted control over the Public Investment Fund (PIF), which now manages assets worth around $925 billion compared with $84 billion a decade ago.
Iran slams new EU, UK sanctions as unjustified: foreign ministry
Acting in parallel, Britain also announced fresh sanctions against Iran on Monday, freezing the assets of Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Line (IRISL).
Russian woman jailed for 8 years for demanding Putin’s death over Ukraine war
A military court in Moscow sentenced a 43-year-old woman to eight years in a penal colony on Thursday for posting anti-war comments online
Stricter security measures announced at Karachi Airport following terror attack
Officials emphasized that these changes are part of broader efforts to secure the airport following the terror attack.
PIA faces criticism over luggage mishap on Jeddah-Karachi flight
PIA is under fire after leaving the luggage of over 60 passengers at Jeddah airport during a Karachi-bound flight.
PEMRA Denies Ban on Imran Khan’s Name in Broadcasts
The court has adjourned the case indefinitely. The petition, filed by PTI’s Akmal Khan Bari, claims that Imran Khan’s name is being withheld from TV broadcasts.
Russia’s closest ally becomes BRICS partner
Belarus has officially accepted the invitation, the Foreign Ministry in Minsk has confirmed
Canada ends Student Direct Stream for international students
The decision is part of Canada’s broader efforts to ensure fairness and integrity in its immigration and international student programs.
Pakistan begins blocking VPNs amid growing internet censorship concerns
PTA’s Firewall trial blocks over 20 VPNs; citizens and businesses voice concerns over connectivity and freedom
Pakistan’s record smog triggers anguish and anxiety
Lahore -- a city of 14 million people stuffed with factories on the border with India -- regularly ranks among the world's most polluted cities, but it has hit record levels this month.