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Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi Convicted in £190 Million Al-Qadir Trust Case

Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, were convicted in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust case, receiving 14-year and 7-year prison sentences, respectively, for corruption and misuse of authority. The court also seized the Al-Qadir Trust University and imposed fines, marking a major legal setback for the former prime minister.

PTI Chairman Confirms Meeting with COAS Munir

PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar confirmed a meeting with COAS General Asim Munir, alongside Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Ali Amin Gandapur, to address the party's concerns. The discussions were seen as a positive step towards resolving ongoing issues between the party and the establishment.

World Bank plans $20 bn payout for Pakistan over coming decade

Pakistan came to the brink of default in 2023, as a political crisis compounded shock from the global economic downturn and drove the nation's debt burden to terminal levels.

Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal designed to end 15-month Gaza war

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the deal's final details were still being worked on, but he thanked Biden for "promoting" it. Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya said it was the result of Palestinian "resilience".

Bollywood Star Saif Ali Khan Hospitalized After Violent Robbery Attempt at Home

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized after being stabbed six times during an attempted robbery at his Mumbai residence. The intruder fled the scene, and the actor is undergoing surgery as police investigate the incident.

Pakistan’s Imran Khan defiant even as longer sentence looms

Khan said he had once been offered a three-year exile abroad and was also "indirectly approached" recently about the possibility of house arrest at his sprawling home on the outskirts of the capital.

Gaza ceasefire appears close as US, Egyptian leaders put focus on ‘coming hours’

Officials from mediators Qatar, Egypt and the US as well as Israel and Hamas said an agreement for a truce in the besieged enclave and release of hostages was closer than ever.

PTI Issues Show-Cause Notice to Sher Afzal Marwat Over Fight with Salman Akram Raja

PTI has issued a show-cause notice to Sher Afzal Marwat for publicly criticizing Secretary General Salman Akram Raja and commenting on ongoing party negotiations, violating party policy. Marwat, advised to stay away from media, has seven days to respond to avoid disciplinary action.

Labour MPs call for Britain-wide probe into rape gangs

The calls come just a week after the voting down of a Tory-proposed amendment to child protection bill envisioning such an inquiry

Gaza truce could happen ‘this week’ – White House

There has reportedly been a breakthrough at the Israel-Hamas talks in Doha

Pakistan recognized as top travel destination for 2025

Pakistan's growing appeal for trekkers shines through in global travel lists, with stunning landscapes and improved accessibility.

Pakistan to launch indigenous EO-1 satellite on January 17

Pakistan’s EO-1 satellite, launching January 17, will enhance agriculture, urban planning, and disaster management.