Pakistani climber Sirbaz Khan has successfully summited Mount Everest without the use of artificial oxygen, becoming the second Pakistani to achieve this feat. This follows Sajid Sadpara, who previously accomplished the same challenge. Khan’s ascent of Everest adds to his remarkable record of climbing 11 of the world’s 14 highest peaks, all without supplemental oxygen. This makes him the first …

A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore was hit by severe turbulence, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. The Boeing 777-300ER, carrying 211 passengers and 18 crew members, made an emergency landing in Bangkok at 3:45pm local time (08:45 GMT) on Tuesday. Flight SQ321 experienced a sudden drop in altitude from 37,000 feet to 31,000 feet over the …

The electricity shortfall in the country has surged to 4,500 megawatts, with the total demand standing at 25,000MW against a production of 20,000MW. According to official data, 4,000MW of electricity is being generated from water resources, while private sector power plants are contributing 8,500MW to the national grid. Nuclear power plants are producing 3,500MW, and 1,500MW is being generated from …

Jamtiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) lawmaker Noor Alam Khan submitted an amendment bill to the National Assembly to ban the appointment of a person with dual citizenship as a judge of the Supreme Court (SC). Noor Alam Khan of JUI-F has suggested in a private constitutional amendment bill that a person with dual citizenship could not be appointed as a judge of …

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has intensified its drive against tax evaders, blocking over 3,400 mobile SIMs of non-filers so far, with many more to follow. According to FBR officials, the list of non-filers has been shared with telecom companies, and the process of blocking SIMs will continue gradually. The FBR has identified 56,671 individuals who have not filed …

Pakistan Kissan Rabta Committee staged a protest at Charing Cross, The Mall wherein women farmers also participated in the demonstration against the delay of wheat procurement by the Punjab government. The protesters raised slogans against the government and stated if the wheat purchase did not start soon, they would surround the Punjab Chief Minister’s House. The farmers demanded Punjab government …

Pakistan and Russia have pledged to further deepen their mutual relations, with a emphasis on enhancing cooperation in key areas such as trade, defense, and energy. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday called on Russian counterpart Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM). During …

Oil prices extended gains on Monday amid political uncertainty in major producing countries after Iran’s president died in a helicopter crash and Saudi Arabia’s crown prince cancelled a trip to Japan, citing issues with the king’s health. Brent gained 41 cents, or 0.5%, to $84.39 a barrel by 0632 GMT, after rising to $84.43 earlier, its highest since May 10. …

The Lahore High Court (LHC) summoned Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz Sharif on May 24 over the non-appointment of judges in special courts. LHC Chief Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmed Khan heard the case today. During the proceedings, Punjab AGP informed the court that a government committee had consulted with Punjab chief minister on the matter of judges’ appointment, assuring …

You might think that eye control technology is something out of a science fiction film when it comes to using your eyes to operate your smartphone. But for millions of iPhone users worldwide, it’s about to happen. It has been confirmed by Apple that eye tracking is enabled on the iPad and iPhone. The tool would let users manage their …

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has expressed a strong desire to see more cricket matches between India and Pakistan, emphasizing the unique excitement and passion these games generate. Despite the political tensions that often overshadow the sport, Sharma highlighted the importance of the cricketing rivalry while speaking on as show at Dubai Eye. Speaking about the competitive spirit, Sharma …

Policy-level talks between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have commenced, focusing on crucial economic reforms aimed at reducing unnecessary expenses and securing a new loan program. Led by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the Pakistani economic team presented a comprehensive plan to the IMF team, led by Nathan Porter, to curtail expenses by approximately Rs300 billion in the next …

Indian soldiers are dealing with a sharp increase in suicides in Indian occupied Kashmir, shedding light on the mental strain pervading their ranks. The most recent incident involves Major Barak Singh Pada, who tragically took his own life on May 18 in Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir. This development comes in the wake of another soldier, Naik Harish Singh, ending his …

Amid the recent Lok Sabha elections, superstar Shah Rukh Khan took to the public to encourage people to have their fingers inked and fully embrace the celebration of democracy. SRK commented on X “As responsible Indian citizens we must exercise our right to vote in Maharashtra. Let’s carry out our duty as Indians and vote keeping our country’s best interests …

FC Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has taken a significant step forward in healthcare provision with the inauguration of the Frontier Corps Teaching Hospital located at Hayatabad area of Peshawar. This newly established hospital boasts a capacity of 500 beds, equipped to address a wide range of medical needs. With round-the-clock availability of medical professionals including doctors and nursing staff, patients can receive …

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister have been killed in a helicopter crash in steep terrain and freezing conditions, multiple Iranian news agencies report on Monday, adding search teams found the charred wreckage of the helicopter they were travelling in the province of East Azerbaijan. A senior Iranian official told Reuters, “President Raisi, the foreign minister and all …

BEIJING: As neo-Chinese style tourism, county tourism, and cultural and immersive experiences have become new keywords of holiday travel for Chinese tourists, tourist destinations are striving to develop diverse tourism products and improve their services. Fueled by young people’s passion for traditional culture, tourism activities like Hanfu photography and immersive cultural performances have surged in popularity. It’s also been trendy …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday sent a message of condolence to Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber following the unfortunate death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter accident. On behalf of the Chinese government and the people of China, Xi expressed deep condolences and extended sincere sympathies to Mokhber, the family of President Raisi, and the …

Foreign aviation company has expressed its readiness to manufacture lightweight aircraft in Pakistan, marking a significant step forward for the country’s aviation industry. This development comes after an agreement was finalized between Sky Wings Aviation, a Pakistani company, and the German aviation company Scilair Group. The collaboration between Scilair and Sky Wings Aviation aims to initiate the manufacturing of lightweight …

Punjab government has issued a notification to take steps to curb smuggling of wheat to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Provincial secretary food has directed for establishing check posts on main highways and handing over responsibility to eligible officers to prevent smuggling. Meanwhile, the Flour Mills Association sources said that thousands of trucks have been parked outside warehouses in KP.” Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has …

A complaint seeking inquiry into the wheat scandal has been filed with the National Accountability Bureau. Azhar Siddique Advocate has referred ARY News reports in his complaint to the NAB. According to the complaint former caretaker food security minister in an interview made disclosures about the wheat scandal. Dr. Kausar Abdullah Malik disclosed that the wheat was imported when four million …

American actress and singer Selena Gomez has lost a staggering one million followers on Instagram and 100,000 on X, amidst the growing ‘Blackout 2024’ movement. This movement, which has gained significant traction on social media, aims to hold celebrities accountable for their silence on the ongoing Israeli attacks in Gaza. The ‘Blackout 2024’ list includes several high-profile celebrities, such as …

Over the past decade, the Modi government in India has systematically targeted the country’s largest minority population, Muslims. The administration has taken all possible measures to curb the representation and political power of Muslims in India. In addition, Muslim candidates are deliberately kept in the minority in government jobs and high-level civil service exams every year. Last year, only six …

The Iranian mission to the United Nations has confirmed the continuation of indirect talks with the United States in Oman, labeling the discussions as part of an “ongoing process.” These negotiations, involving President Joe Biden’s top Middle East adviser Brett McGurk and acting US envoy for Iran Abram Paley, are aimed at addressing core issues, including Iran’s nuclear ambitions and …

Muhammad Shiraz, the 12-year-old Pakistani kid vlogger who rose to fame with his daily village vlogs, has announced that he is quitting daily vlogging. Shiraz, who hails from Baltistan, had gained a massive following of 1.58 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, Shirazi Village Vlogs. In a recent vlog, Shiraz’s father explained that his son’s decision to quit vlogging was …

Indian actress and model Rakhi Sawant has undergone successful surgery to remove a 10 cm tumor from her uterus. Her ex-husband, Ritesh Singh, shared an emotional update on social media, including a video of Rakhi entering the operating theatre. In the video, Rakhi can be seen sitting in a wheelchair, wearing a hospital gown and a scrub cap, as hospital …

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday that no Pakistani citizens died in Bishkek mob violence. Addressing a press conference flanked by Amir Muqam and Atta Tarar in Lahore, Dar said: “16 foreign students were injured, including four to five Pakistanis who are currently in hospitals.”. Dar criticised the “false propaganda” spread by a political party and mentioned that …

Pakistani all-rounder Shadab Khan has signed with the Colombo Strikers for the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024, set to commence on July 1 in Pallekele, Sri Lanka. Shadab, who has also served as the vice-captain of Pakistan’s T20I team, will join the Strikers after the T20 World Cup 2024, which is scheduled to be held in the United States and …

Supreme Court’s Justice Munib Akhtar on Saturday took oath as Acting Chief Justice of Pakistan during a ceremony. The oath was administered by Justice Yahya Afridi, in a simple and dignified ceremony in Supreme Court Islamabad on Saturday, said a press release. Justice Munib Akhtar will act as Chief Justice of Pakistan during the period Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice …

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has confirmed that social media platform Twitter is now officially X.com. “All core systems are now on X.com,” Musk wrote on X, as he posted an image of a logo of a white X on a blue circle. After buying Twitter for $44 billion in 2022, Elon Musk in July last year rebranded it to X. While …

Several Pakistani students were injured in mob violence around student hostels in Kyrgyzstan’s capital Bishkek. Violent clashes have erupted between student groups in Kyrgyzstan’s Bishkek, with reports of attackers using batons. The attackers forcefully entered the hostel rooms and wounded several international students including Pakistanis. The violence reportedly erupted due to a harassment incident involving Egyptian female students on May …

Chandrakanth, an Indian actor well known for his roles in Telugu daily soap, passed away on Friday. It has been reported that he committed suicide at his Telangana home. His death comes just a few days after the tragic car accident death of his close friend and co-star Pavithra Jayaram. Chandrakanth’s father reported to the police that his son had …

Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf and batter Usman Khan are expected to play the first T20I against England in the upcoming series. Sources divulged on Saturday that Rauf and Khan were not given the opportunity to play in the series against Ireland. Usman Khan can replace Saim Ayub in the playing XI. According to sources, fast bowler Naseem Shah is …

Pakistan has recorded a historic increase in its IT exports, achieving a growth of $310 million during the last month, according to Minister of State Shaza Fatima. This marks the first time in the country’s history that such a significant rise in IT exports has been observed within a single month. The minister highlighted that IT exports for April 2024 …

Research showed that while exercise is good at any time, morning walks have some special perks for your heart and body. Here are some key benefits of morning walks: Prevents Lifestyle Diseases Studies reveal that morning walks are highly effective in preventing or reducing symptoms of lifestyle diseases like diabetes, thyroid issues, and high blood pressure. A combination of these …

The Supreme Court has issued a written verdict in the contempt of court case against Faisal Vawda and Mustafa Kamal, finding both individuals guilty of contempt in retrospect. On Friday, the court issued contempt of court notices to Senator Faisal Vawda and MNA Mustafa Kamal over their allegedly derogatory speeches against the judiciary. A three-judge bench of the court, headed …

In a significant development, a new case of Toshakhana misuse has emerged against PTI Founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi. The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has launched an investigation into the alleged illegal possession and sale of seven high-value watches and 10 other precious gifts, including diamond and gold jewellery. According to the inquiry report, a copy of …

ISLAMABAD: China is ready to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by leaders of the two countries, said Chinese Deputy Chief of Missions (DCM) Shi Yuangqiang at a well-attended seminar on Dynamics of Xinjiang in Pakistani Perspective hosted by Overseas Chinese Association Rawalpindi on Saturday. Noting that “the keenness on Pakistan’s side to greatly enhance the ongoing …

TOKYO: Japan on Friday started the sixth round of release of nuclear-contaminated wastewater from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean. Despite opposition among local fishermen, residents as well as backlash from the international community, Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO), the plant’s operator, started releasing the radioactive wastewater in the morning, the second round in fiscal …

HOUSTON: Strong storms on Thursday night battered the Houston area, the largest city in the U.S. state of Texas, claiming at least four lives while causing widespread power outage, property damage, and chaos across the city, Houston Mayor John Whitmire confirmed. “We have a storm with 100 mph winds, the equivalent of Hurricane Ike, considerable damage downtown,” the mayor said …