Temperatures in India’s capital soared to a national record-high of 52.3 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, the government’s weather bureau said. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), which reported “severe heat-wave conditions”, recorded the temperatures in the Delhi suburb of Mungeshpur on Wednesday afternoon, smashing the previous national record in the desert of Rajasthan by one degree Celsius. The weather bureau said …

YouTube Premium introduced Playables last year as a way to enjoy arcade games on the platform without having to download a separate app or program. The feature is now available to all YouTube users, putting Google on the growing list of companies with gaming initiatives. YouTube Playables is available on both mobile (iOS/Android) and desktop and can be found in …

Former actor Imran Khan talked about the possibility of a sequel to his debut Bollywood movie ‘Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na’, co-starring Genelia D’SOuza. In a new interview with an Indian media outlet, Imran Khan, who has been away from films for many years at this point, answered if fans can witness a sequel to the cute love story of …

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday declared the ECP’s order of recounting of votes in NA-97 Faisalabad as void. A single bench of the high court comprises of Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza heard petition of Sunni Ittehad Council’s MNA Saadullah against the Election Commission of Pakistan’s order for recounting of votes in NA-97. Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza of the …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended the Pakistani government impose a tax on stationery items including books, pens, etc. Sources in the finance department told Media that the lender has asked the government end tax exemptions on books, pen, paper, sticky note paper, card board and other stationery items. Sources say that the FBR authorities will brief the prime …

Celebrities from Pakistan have united in a collaborative initiative to demonstrate support for the Palestinian people following Israel’s brutal war on them. Celebrities that have utilized their Instagram accounts to draw attention to the catastrophic situation in Rafah include Mahira Khan, Armeena Khan, Anoushey Ashraf, Hania Ahmed, and Fatima Bhutto. They ask followers to support the victims and take action …

Indians made up the largest immigrant group in the UK in 2023 with over 250,000 arrivals overall, according to the most recent data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS). This group included 127,000 people migrating to the UK for work, 115,000 for studies, and 9,000 for other purposes. After Indians, the second-largest group of immigrants to the UK were …

As preparations for the budget of the new financial year are underway, the Annual Plan Coordination Committee is set to convene on May 31 to deliberate on crucial aspects of the upcoming fiscal plan. The meeting is aimed at approving the annual macroeconomic plan and development program, laying the foundation for the country’s economic agenda in the coming year. The …

A passenger coach traveling from Turbat to Quetta fell into a deep ditch on Wednesday morning, killing 28 people, including women and children. The incident occurred due to high speed, according to rescue officials. The crash left 26 passengers injured, with several of them being women and children. The injured were initially taken to Civil Hospital Basima for medical aid. …

The Azad Jammu and Kashmir police has claimed that Kashmiri poet Ahmed Farhad was arrested at Kohala checkpost on Wednesday. He was subsequently transferred to the Dhirkot police station, where a case has been registered against him. According to the police complaint, Farhad was apprehended for allegedly misbehaving with the police officials deputed at the checkpost and interfering in government …

Graphic shows an excerpt of the Report on Human Rights Violations in the United States in 2023 issued by the State Council Information Office of the People’s Republic of China on May 29, 2024. (Xinhua/Xu Xiaoxuan) BEIJING: China’s State Council Information Office on Wednesday issued the Report on Human Rights Violations in the United States in 2023, revealing the country’s …

BEIJING: China and Equatorial Guinea on Tuesday elevated their relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation. This was announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping and Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, president of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, during their talks in Beijing. Xi said China and Equatorial Guinea are good friends and partners, and their relations feature a high level …

BEIJING: Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has urged efforts to promote high-quality and sufficient employment, and continuously enhance the sense of fulfillment, happiness and security among workers. Xi made the remarks on Monday while presiding over a group study session of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee. Xi said China …

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan’s desire to increase cooperation with China on a priority basis in the areas of agriculture, information technology and energy as well as to boost its exports to China. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad today regarding enhancing cooperation with China in various fields, the Prime Minister assured to extend full facilitation to the …

Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif Tuesday elected unopposed as Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president. Sharif lost the PML-N’s presidentship six years due to a Supreme Court decision in the Panama Papers case. The five-member election commission of the party headed by Rana Sanaullah. Iqbal Jhagra, Ishrat Ashraf, Jamal Shah Kakar and Khealdas Kohistani supervised the elections. No candidate submitted nomination …

Sonya Hussyn, the celebrated starlet renowned for her versatile acting skills and grounded personality, has recently shared insights into her personal life, particularly regarding her single status. Despite her immense popularity and a successful career in the Pakistani drama industry, the actress remains unmarried, a topic that has intrigued her fans. In an interview, Sonya Hussyn candidly discussed her views …

Cristiano Ronaldo broke the record for the most goals in a Saudi Pro League season, scoring his 34th and 35th goals in Al Nassr’s final game. “I don’t follow the records, the records follow me,” the 39-year-old Portuguese forward tweeted. The former Real Madrid and Manchester United star scored in first-half stoppage time and again in the 69th minute, leading …

Skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are set to make what is likely their final World Cup appearance, aiming to end India’s global title drought. The T20 World Cup, starting June 1 in the West Indies and United States, offers the star duo their last opportunity to hoist a trophy in a major white-ball tournament. Rohit, 37, and Kohli, 35, …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued a directive to end unannounced loadshedding across the country and to reduce power outages on loss-making feeders. This announcement came during a high-level meeting held in Islamabad to address the issues of electricity theft, demand, supply and loadshedding. During the meeting, which Prime Minister Sharif chaired, the Ministry of Energy provided a comprehensive briefing, …

The country is commemorating the 26th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer today with great national zeal and fervour in remembrance of the successful nuclear tests carried out on this day in 1998 that rendered the nation’s defence unbeatable. On this day, Pakistan became the first Muslim state and the seventh nuclear-armed country in the world to have a nuclear arsenal for defence …

In a discreet and closely guarded event, popular comedian and reality TV star Munawar Faruqui has reportedly married professional makeup artist Mehzabeen Coatwala. The nuptials, which were confirmed by reliable sources close to the comedian, took place at the luxurious ITC Grand Central in Mumbai. According to an exclusive report by Times Now, the couple’s nikah was performed in a …

Six people were killed due to a prevailing severe heat wave in the western Indian state of Rajasthan, officials said Tuesday. The deaths were reported at a time when the mercury soared to 49 degrees Celsius in the state. Almost all the places in Rajasthan registered a temperature of over 45 degrees Celsius. The local government has issued an advisory …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has forecasted a significant increase in Pakistan’s trade deficit for the coming financial year, highlighting challenges ahead for the country’s economic stability. The Fund has estimated an increase in Pakistan’s exports and imports in the new financial year. According to IMF estimates, Pakistan’s trade deficit is projected to rise by approximately $4.165 billion. Sources indicate …

Spain, Norway, and Ireland have formally recognized the state of Palestine, a move hailed by Palestinian authorities and sharply condemned by Israel. The recognition, described as a major boost to the Palestinian cause, adds to the growing list of 144 countries that have already acknowledged Palestinian statehood. Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced the decision, emphasizing it as “the only …

BEIJING: The growth of China-Arab relations benefits the two peoples, promotes peace and development in the Middle East and adds stability to a turbulent world, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Deng Li said on Monday. Deng made the remarks at a press briefing concerning the 10th ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum. Noting that the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum …

BEIJING: The United States recently encouraged its Group of Seven (G7) allies to revive discussions about China’s “overcapacity” in a communique following a meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors. This move came after Washington substantially raised import tariffs on a host of clean energy products from China. Washington’s bid for a “protectionism alliance” blatantly disregards facts and economic …

HEFEI: Four people were killed and another is receiving intensive medical treatment after a residential building partially collapsed on Monday afternoon in the city of Tongling, east China’s Anhui Province, according to local authorities. The western side of the five-story building, located in Datong Township in Jiaoqu District, collapsed at around 1:40 p.m. Monday. An initial investigation suggested five people …

A woman takes part in a demonstration in demand for an immediate hostage release deal and an end to the war in Gaza, in Jerusalem, on May 27, 2024. Israel launched a large-scale offensive against Hamas in the Gaza Strip to retaliate against a Hamas rampage through the southern Israeli border on Oct. 7, 2023, during which about 1,200 people …

BEIJING: The Communist Party of China (CPC) leadership on Monday deliberated on policies and measures to accelerate the development of China’s central region in the new era, and trial provisions concerning accountability for failing to prevent or defuse financial risks. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, presided over a meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC …

Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya has found himself entangled in rumours of separation from his wife, Natasa Stankovic, after four years of marriage. For the past few weeks, the speculations about trouble in their marriage have been circulating which started when Natasa removed Hardik’s surname, Pandya, from her Instagram bio. Meanwhile, Natasa who often accompanied Pandya to match, has also been …

At least 23 terrorists were killed by the security forces in three separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the military’s media wing said on Monday. According to Inter-Services Public Relations, the operations were conducted on May 26 and 27. “On 26-27 May 2024, twenty-three terrorists were sent to hell by the security forces in three separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa …

An Israeli airstrike killed at least 35 people in a tent camp in the Gaza city of Rafah, medics said, drawing condemnation from European leaders on Monday who urged implementation of a World Court ruling to halt Israel’s offensive. In scenes grimly familiar from a war in its eighth month, Palestinian families rushed to hospitals to prepare their dead for …

We live in very disturbing times, where rights-based approaches have given way to bloc politics. The current geopolitical climate is heavily influenced by fake news, with anything the West (major NATO members, G-7) does being deemed acceptable, while actions by Beijing or Moscow are painted as evil and motivated. This situation raises several questions: What is geopolitical hypocrisy doing to …

In an increasing AI competition, investors were placing large bets on challengers to OpenAI and other industry leaders, and Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI was no exception, raising $6 billion in series B funding and attaining a post-money valuation of $24 billion, according to Reuters. Investors backing the investment round included Sequoia Capital and Andreessen Horowitz, the company announced in …

After weeks of sweltering heat, Pakistanis can finally look forward to some relief. The Meteorological Department has predicted rain in various parts of the country, starting from May 27, which is expected to bring down the mercury levels and provide a much-needed respite from the severe heat wave. According to the Met Department, rain is expected in upper areas, including Zhob, …

Munawar Faruqui, the winner of Bigg Boss 17, has reportedly got married for the second time. He married Mehzabeen Coatwala earlier this month, as reported by Times Now. The publication was informed by a source that Munawar is now married. “Usne shaadi kar li hai. Woh yeh sab under wraps rakhna chahta hai tabhi koi khass pictures bhi nahi milega …

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur said on Monday an effective action plan, devised in collaboration with the federal government, will put an end to the enduring issue of load shedding in the province. During a press conference held alongside Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Federal Minister for Energy Owais Leghari, the Chief Minister acknowledged the severity of load …

XI’AN: A train fully loaded with diverse goods departed from Xi’an, the capital city of northwest China’s Shaanxi Province on Saturday morning, bound for Malaszewicze, Poland, marking a significant milestone as the total number of China-Europe freight train trips has surpassed 90,000. To date, China-Europe freight trains have transported more than 8.7 million twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers of goods, …

A slim and trim physique is a dream for many not just to flaunt toned arms and fabulous legs but also to get into comfortable summer attire, especially with the weather is getting warmer. However, no matter how many strict diet regimens you follow or the sheer number of gyms, yoga and aerobics classes you go for, the stubborn portion …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has ‘asked’ Pakistan to deregulate red meat and milk prices. Sources said the IMF asked the Pakistan government to take back the powers of regulating milk and red meat prices from the deputy commissioners and it should be decided by the market. Following the ‘demand’ of the IMF, the federal government has begun considering deregulation …