Islamabad/Ankara: Pakistan and Türkiye have accepted an invitation to join the Gaza Board of Peace, a US-backed international initiative aimed at achieving a sustainable ceasefire and post-war governance framework in Gaza. Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andarabi confirmed Pakistan’s participation, saying the decision was taken under the Gaza Peace Plan and UN General Assembly Resolution 2803. He said Pakistan hopes the initiative will contribute to a permanent ceasefire, improved humanitarian access, and the reconstruction of Gaza. The spokesperson reiterated Pakistan’s firm support for the right to self-determination of the Palestinian people, a two-state solution, and borders based on the pre-1967 lines, adding…
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Islamabad: The National Assembly has passed another set of amendments to the Elections Act 2017, approving the Elections (Amendment) Act 2026, which will come into force immediately. According to parliamentary proceedings, the bill was moved by PPP MNA Shazia Marri and introduces major legal changes, including an expanded role for the Federal Constitutional Court in election-related matters and new rules governing the publication of lawmakers’ asset details. Federal Constitutional Court Given Role in Election Disputes Under the approved amendments, several sections of the Elections Act have been revised to replace the term “Supreme Court” with “Federal Constitutional Court”. Section 9…
Islamabad: The government has formally started implementing a special subsidy scheme for electric bikes, rickshaws and loaders, aimed at promoting affordable and environment-friendly transport across the country. Under the Prime Minister’s Electric Vehicle Adoption Scheme, subsidy amounts have already been transferred to the bank accounts of approved applicants in the first phase, officials confirmed. Rs9 Billion Subsidy This Year According to the Engineering Development Board (EDB), the government will provide around Rs9 billion in subsidies during the current financial year. Officials said the government plans to offer more than Rs100 billion in subsidies by 2030 to accelerate the shift towards…
A 26-year-old German doctor has travelled to Mandi Bahauddin to marry a Pakistani youth after their friendship, which began online, turned into love. The groom, 22-year-old Muhammad Akmal, belongs to village Defar in Mandi Bahauddin. According to the couple, they first connected through the online game Roblox, where their conversations gradually developed into a close bond. Speaking to a YouTube news channel, Akmal said the two remained in contact online for around five months before Salma decided to visit Pakistan and marry him. “I proposed to her on the very first day,” Akmal said, adding that after some initial hurdles,…
Swat: Unknown assailants carried out a hand grenade attack on the house of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Minister Dr Amjad Ali in the Shamozai area of Swat on Tuesday, police said. According to officials, the grenade exploded outside the residence, causing partial damage to the house. However, no loss of life or injuries were reported in the incident. Following the attack, District Police Officer (DPO) Swat Muhammad Umar reached the spot and reviewed the situation. Police cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to trace those involved. ‘An Attempt to Silence Me,’ Says Dr Amjad Ali Reacting to the incident,…
India has officially designated Bangladesh as a “non-family” diplomatic posting, ordering the return of families of Indian diplomats and staff stationed in the country, according to international media reports. The decision means that Indian diplomats and embassy officials posted to Bangladesh will no longer be allowed to bring their immediate family members, including spouses and children, with them during their assignments. Previously, only four countries — Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, and South Sudan — were listed by India as non-family postings for diplomatic assignments. With the latest move, Bangladesh has now been added to this list. The decision came into effect…
Decision on Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup Participation Expected Today The T20 World Cup continues to face controversy as uncertainty grows over Bangladesh’s participation in the mega event. A final decision on whether Bangladesh will take part in the tournament is expected today. According to international cricket reports, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has given the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) a deadline until today to confirm its stance regarding participation in the World Cup. The BCB has once again reiterated its refusal to play matches in India. However, the ICC has firmly rejected Bangladesh’s demand to relocate its World Cup matches…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has finalised its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, sources confirmed on Tuesday. According to insiders, former captain Babar Azam has been included in the squad, while Haris Rauf and Mohammad Rizwan have been left out of the final selection — a move that has surprised many cricket fans. The sources further revealed that Khawaja Nafay has earned a place in the World Cup squad. The batting lineup will include Salman Ali Agha, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, and Shadab Khan. Among the all-rounders and bowlers, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, and Usman…
Heavy rain and snowfall in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Azad Kashmir have raised the risk of flash floods, as a strong western weather system moves across the country’s upper regions. According to weather authorities, the powerful system is expected to affect northern areas from today until January 24, bringing widespread rain and snowfall to KP and Kashmir. Officials warned that due to the ongoing weather conditions, there is a high risk of flash flooding in the Kabul River and its tributaries, particularly in mountainous and river-fed regions. The Federal Flood Commission (FFC) has issued alerts for several districts, including Swat, Chitral,…
An Indian Air Force (IAF) training aircraft crashed during a routine training flight in Prayagraj on Wednesday, Indian media reported. According to initial details, the aircraft was on a scheduled training mission when it developed a technical fault mid-air, causing the pilot to lose control. The aircraft later crashed into a nearby pond, resulting in its complete destruction. Following the incident, teams from the Indian Air Force, local administration, and rescue services rushed to the crash site and launched relief and search operations. Eyewitnesses said a loud explosion-like sound was heard moments before the aircraft rapidly descended and fell into…
