Lakki Marwat: A young man died while seven others fell critically ill after consuming poisoned food in the Wanda Semo area of Lakki Marwat, hospital and police sources confirmed on Sunday. According to hospital officials, the affected individuals include four women, one girl, and two boys. Due to their critical condition, all seven were shifted from Lakki Marwat to Bannu for advanced medical treatment. Police said the victims’ condition deteriorated suddenly after dinner, but the incident came to the attention of other family members only the following morning. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and are working to…
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Islamabad: The federal government has clarified that neither the government nor the military has issued any orders to evacuate Tirah Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rejecting reports suggesting otherwise. In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, the Ministry of Information said it had taken notice of what it described as misleading and false news claiming that residents of Tirah Valley were being evacuated on the orders of the armed forces. The ministry termed these claims “baseless and malicious,” stating that such reports aim to spread fear among the public, circulate disinformation against security institutions, and…
Web Desk: Pakistan’s leading actress Iqra Aziz and actor-director Yasir Hussain have been blessed with a baby girl, marking the arrival of their second child. Yasir Hussain shared the happy news on Instagram late Saturday night, confirming that their daughter was born on January 24. The announcement was made through an Instagram story, which quickly went viral on social media. Fans, fellow actors and members of the entertainment industry have flooded social platforms with congratulatory messages, extending their best wishes to the celebrity couple. It is worth mentioning that Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain had hinted a few weeks ago…
Washington: A powerful and potentially life-threatening winter storm has swept across large parts of the United States, placing more than 200 million people at risk as extreme cold, heavy snowfall and freezing rain disrupt normal life. According to the US National Weather Service, conditions could turn deadly in several regions due to plunging temperatures and strong winds. Since the storm began on Friday, emergencies have been declared in at least 16 states. As reported by the BBC, major cities including Memphis, Nashville, Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York are expected to face severe snowfall. Forecasts indicate that more than…
Melbourne: Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic created history on Saturday by becoming the first player in the world to win 400 Grand Slam matches. Djokovic achieved the milestone during the Australian Open 2026, further cementing his status as one of the greatest players in tennis history. The world number one defeated his Dutch opponent in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7-4) to book his place in the Round of 16 at Melbourne Park. With this victory, Djokovic reached the unprecedented mark of 400 wins in Grand Slam tournaments, a feat no other player has achieved. In the list of players…
Kabul: Heavy snowfall and torrential rain have caused widespread destruction across Afghanistan, leaving at least 61 people dead and more than 100 injured, according to Afghan authorities. News agencies reported that snowfall and rain have continued since Wednesday in several provinces, including Parwan, Wardak, southern Kandahar, northern Jowzjan, Faryab, and central Bamyan, along with other regions. Afghanistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said the recent spell of severe weather has resulted in 61 fatalities and 110 injuries nationwide. Officials added that at least 458 houses have been fully or partially damaged, while major highways and inter-provincial roads have been closed…
Pakistan’s T20 World Cup Participation to Be Decided by Government: Mohsin Naqvi Lahore: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday said that the final decision on Pakistan’s participation in the ICC T20 World Cup will be taken by the Government of Pakistan, not the cricket board. Talking to the media in Lahore, Naqvi said the ICC holds less authority in this matter than the Pakistani government, stressing that the PCB is bound to follow the state’s decision regarding the mega event. “We are waiting for the Prime Minister’s return to take a final call. The prime minister is…
Islamabad: Parliament has approved the Domestic Violence Act 2026 in a joint session, declaring several forms of domestic abuse — including staring at one’s wife, threatening divorce or second marriage — as punishable offences. The newly passed law will apply to the federal capital, Islamabad, and aims to strengthen the social and legal protection of women and children. What the New Law Says Under the Domestic Violence Act 2026, the following acts have been declared criminal offences: Staring at one’s wife with malicious or threatening intent Threatening divorce or a second marriage Forcing a wife to live with other family…
Dubai | January 24, 2026: Bangladesh have been officially excluded from the ICC T20 World Cup, while Scotland have been approved as their replacement, the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed on Friday. According to Indian media reports, Scotland have been placed in Group C, alongside England, West Indies, Nepal, and Italy. The inclusion of Scotland is expected to make the group more competitive and unpredictable. The decision comes after Bangladesh’s appeal to the ICC’s dispute resolution committee was rejected, with the committee stating that the matter does not fall within its jurisdiction. Security Concerns Behind Bangladesh Exit Bangladesh had refused…
Karachi: Gold prices in Pakistan have broken all previous records, witnessing a sharp increase on Thursday and reaching their highest-ever level. According to market sources, the price of gold per tola jumped by Rs6,500, pushing the new rate to Rs521,162 per tola. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold increased by Rs5,573, taking it to Rs446,812, reflecting strong upward momentum in the local bullion market. In the international market, gold prices surged by $65 per ounce, reaching a historic high of $4,988 per ounce, which directly impacted domestic rates. Meanwhile, silver prices also climbed sharply, with the per tola…
