SRINAGAR: At least 10 Indian Army personnel were killed and seven others injured after a military vehicle met with a tragic incident in Doda district of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. According to official Indian sources, the army vehicle was traveling on the Bhadarwah–Chamba inter-state highway when it skidded off the road and plunged nearly 200 feet into a deep gorge near the Khani Top area, a remote and mountainous region known for difficult terrain. The vehicle was carrying 17 army personnel at the time of the incident. Indian authorities have described the incident as a road accident, blaming…
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Islamabad: Pakistan may consider boycotting the upcoming T20 World Cup if Bangladesh decides not to participate, sources said on Tuesday. According to sources, Bangladesh is expected to take a final decision today on whether to play in the tournament. Several senior Bangladeshi players are reportedly in favour of participating, while the Bangladesh government is set to brief the team before announcing its stance. The development comes a day after the International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected Bangladesh’s request to play matches outside India, stating that if Bangladesh wants to take part in the World Cup, it must play its matches in…
Islamabad: In a major relief for smartphone users, the government has reduced the customs value of used mobile phones, leading to a significant cut in PTA taxes on high-end devices, including the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. According to official sources, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) calculates mobile registration taxes based on customs value, sales tax, and mobile levy. With the reduction in customs value for used phones, the overall cost of mobile phone registration has also declined. Under the revised rates, the PTA tax for registering an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max through…
Karachi: Renowned Pakistani host and comedian Tabish Hashmi has expressed deep sorrow and anger over the Gul Plaza tragedy in Karachi, calling for accountability and strong action from the Sindh government. Speaking on Geo News programme Report Card, Tabish Hashmi said that it would be hard to find a home in Karachi that did not have something bought from Gul Plaza. “From childhood to youth, and now even in our later years, the associations and landmarks that once defined Karachi are disappearing one by one,” he said. Referring to the Sindh chief minister’s press conference, Hashmi said accountability should go…
Islamabad: A powerful explosion caused by a gas leakage injured at least five people after it tore through a house in the Shams Colony area of the federal capital on Thursday. According to police, the blast occurred within the limits of Shams Colony police station and was so intense that it caused one of the house’s walls to collapse, leaving the building badly damaged. Rescue teams and police rushed to the scene immediately after receiving information about the incident. The injured were shifted to a nearby hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment. Authorities said further investigations are under way to…
Brussels: The European Union (EU) has approved the suspension of its trade agreement with the United States, following repeated remarks by the US president expressing a desire to take control of Greenland and threats to impose higher tariffs on European goods. According to reports, the trade agreement was finalised only last year. Under the deal, US tariffs on most European products were reduced to 15 per cent, down from 30 per cent, while the EU had agreed to facilitate increased American investment and exports. However, rising tensions over Greenland and renewed tariff threats prompted strong reactions within the EU. The…
Islamabad: The federal government has submitted a report to the court detailing its efforts to have former prime minister Imran Khan’s account on X (formerly Twitter) blocked, revealing that attempts have been ongoing for more than three and a half years. According to the report, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) first wrote to X on August 21, 2022, seeking the suspension of Imran Khan’s account. The request was later repeated on April 18, 2024, citing his convictions in the Toshakhana, cipher, and iddat cases. The court was informed that on November 27, 2025, the PTA again approached X, requesting the…
Gujranwala: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has registered a case against four officers of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) and four private individuals on charges of bribery, kidnapping, and misuse of authority. According to the FIA, the case was registered by FIA Circle Gujranwala against NCCIA Sub-Inspectors Ameer Hamza and Mujahid Ali, ASI Shehroz, and staff officer Allah Yar. The FIR also names private facilitators Haji Waqar, Asim Mahmood, Usman Ali, and Nauman Ali. The FIA confirmed that ASI Shehroz and Allah Yar have been arrested following a raid, while efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining suspects.…
Sydney/Karachi: Pakistan batting star Babar Azam has ended his Big Bash League (BBL) stint prematurely and departed Australia to join the national squad for the upcoming series against Australia. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed that Babar was recalled ahead of the remainder of the BBL season, making him unavailable for Sydney Sixers’ remaining matches. Speaking before his departure, Babar said he thoroughly enjoyed being part of the Sydney Sixers and was grateful for the love and support from fans. “I truly enjoyed my time with the Sixers. The support from fans was amazing, but now it’s time for national…
