News Desk:In a heartbreaking incident, the coach of the Dhaka Capitals cricket team, Mehmood Ali, passed away suddenly after suffering a fatal heart attack during a training session. According to media reports, Mehmood Ali was conducting pre-match training with players when he collapsed unexpectedly. Immediate CPR was administered on the ground, but unfortunately, he could not be revived. The assistant coach was rushed to a nearby hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival. The team was preparing for a scheduled match against the Warriors later in the day. The incident has left the cricketing community in shock, with condolences pouring…
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Renowned Indian newspaper The Hindu has described 2025 as a year of significant setbacks and failures for India’s foreign policy. According to the report, the country’s diplomatic efforts, symbolic gestures, personal relationships, and narrative-building could not substitute for genuine economic, military, and diplomatic power. The Hindu highlighted that India over-promised not only to itself but also to international partners, without possessing the influence or capabilities to fulfill these commitments. The newspaper termed 2025 as one of the most challenging years for India this century, citing issues such as a 25% increase in tariffs, additional sanctions on Russian oil, and restrictions…
Islamabad: The National Assembly has approved the payment of restored MNAs’ salaries for 19 lawmakers on reserved seats following a Supreme Court. This decision will allow the disbursement of more than a year’s outstanding salaries and allowances to the reinstated members, marking a significant move in Pakistan’s parliamentary financial management. The decision paves the way for the payment of more than a year’s outstanding salaries to the reinstated lawmakers. The Ministry of Law has given a formal go-ahead to the National Assembly Secretariat, stating that the first notification issued after the Supreme Court verdict will be considered applicable for salary…
Melbourne:England secured a remarkable victory in the Boxing Day Test of the Ashes series, defeating Australia by four wickets inside two days at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday. Chasing a modest target of 175 runs, England reached the total at the loss of six wickets, registering one of their fastest Test wins on Australian soil in recent history. Jacob Bethell led the chase with a composed 40, while Zak Crawley contributed 37 runs. Ben Duckett also played a crucial role, scoring 34 runs to keep England on course for victory. For Australia, bowlers Jhye Richardson, Scott Boland, and…
US Pakistan Relations The United States administration has offered Pakistan cooperation in the supply of US-manufactured locomotives as well as collaboration in the development of the country’s mineral resources. According to official sources, the discussions took place around two months ago during Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb’s visit to Washington on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) annual meetings. Sources said that US Special Assistants Raymond Emory Cox and Ricky Gill, during meetings with the Pakistani delegation, emphasized that safeguarding American commercial interests remains a key priority of the Trump administration. Ricky Gill sought Pakistan’s support for the purchase…
Qalat terrorist operation Pakistan’s security forces have killed eight terrorists during an intelligence-based operation conducted in Qalat district, according to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). In a statement issued on Thursday, the ISPR said the operation was launched after receiving credible intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists linked to Fitna al-Hindustan in the area. During the operation, security personnel effectively engaged the terrorists, resulting in a fierce exchange of fire. The ISPR confirmed that eight terrorists were neutralized in the encounter. A cache of weapons and ammunition was also recovered from the killed militants, indicating their involvement in terrorist…
Quetta: Train services from Balochistan to other parts of the country have once again been suspended due to security concerns. According to railway officials, all train operations from Quetta have been suspended for one day as a precautionary measure. The decision was taken in view of potential security threats along railway routes. Officials confirmed that the Jaffar Express, which operates from Quetta to Peshawar, did not depart today. Similarly, the Bolan Mail, running between Quetta and Karachi, was also cancelled. In addition, the Chaman Passenger Train, which connects the provincial capital with the border city of Chaman, remained suspended for…
Renowned Pakistani actress Saba Qamar has landed in controversy after wearing a Punjab Police uniform during a video shoot, prompting a legal petition seeking the registration of a criminal case against her. According to details, a petition has been filed in Lahore against the actress for allegedly wearing a police uniform without official permission. The case came up for hearing before Additional Sessions Judge Ilyas Rehan. The petitioner, Waseem Zawar, argued that a video circulating on social media shows Saba Qamar dressed in a Punjab Police uniform inside a dressing room. He further claimed that the actress was wearing an…
After the withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan, large quantities of advanced American military equipment left behind have emerged as a serious threat to regional security. Fresh evidence suggests that these weapons are now being used in terrorist attacks inside Pakistan. According to a report published by the international magazine The Geopolitics, the outlawed militant organization Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is actively using US-made weapons based in Afghanistan to target Pakistani security forces and civilians. The report states that several recent terrorist incidents across different districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa involved the use of advanced American weaponry. These weapons include M4 and…
Gold prices continued their upward surge on Wednesday, reaching historic highs in both global and local markets, driven by expectations of further interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and increased global demand for safe-haven assets. In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $20 per ounce, reaching a new all-time high of $4,505 per ounce. This sharp increase had an immediate impact on Pakistan’s local bullion markets. According to market sources, the price of 24-karat gold per tola in Pakistan jumped by Rs2,000, reaching a record Rs472,862, while the price of 10…
