Commercial flights between Iran and Pakistan have resumed, indicating a positive shift in their relations. A Mahan Airlines flight from Tehran landed in Lahore on Sunday, carrying over 100 passengers, as reported by aviation sources. The temporary suspension of flights was a result of tensions between the two nations, primarily concerning border security and regional issues. The recent resumption is expected to have a positive impact on trade, tourism, and people-to-people interactions between the neighboring countries. On Friday, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Jalil Abbas Jilani, engaged in a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amir Abdollahian. The ministers discussed regional…
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Sajjad Ali
Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
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LAHORE: In a recent update, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has predicted that the gas tariff increase implemented on November 1, 2023, will contribute to a rise in headline inflation over the coming months. The global financial institution is recommending a subsequent surge in gas tariffs in line with the determination by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) for the period from December 2023 to February 15, 2024. In its release on Saturday, addressing the First Review Under the Stand-by Arrangement, Requests for Waivers of Applicability of Performance Criteria, Modification of Performance Criteria, and Re-phasing of Access—Press Release; Staff…
Widespread heavy fog has gripped various regions of the country, leading to the closure of major motorways and causing disruptions in traffic. As a precautionary measure, traffic has been rerouted from Ismailia on the Swat Expressway due to a significant drop in visibility. The M1 motorway, connecting Islamabad to Peshawar, is currently not operational, and the M2 is closed from Lillah to Islamabad, impacting the travel plans of commuters. In the southern regions, heavy traffic entry from Lahore to Kot Momin on the M2 has been halted, posing challenges for those on the road. The M3 is facing closure for…
ISLAMABAD: A new bench of Islamabad High Court (IHC) has been formed to hear the PTI founder’s petitions against the jail trial in the NAB case. A two-member bench of the IHC including Chief Justice Aamir Farooq and Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri will hear the petitions on Jan 22. Justice Mian Gul Hasan Aurangzeb and Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir held the first hearing on the petitions of the PTI founder against jail trial in NAB case. The bench has been changed due to the non-availability of Justice Mian Gul Hasan Aurangzeb. It should be remembered that a two-member bench consisting…
ISLAMABAD: Hamdard University Islamabad Campus is organizing the 1st International Conference on Health Sciences, focusing on “Innovation and Resilience in Healthcare System Sustainability; Insights from Eastern Medicine, Nutritional and Pharmaceutical Sciences.” The conference will be held on February 14 and 15, 2024, and is being spearheaded by the Faculty of Eastern Medicine. The conference aims to provide a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to share insights, exchange knowledge, and foster collaborations in the critical areas of health sciences. With a focus on innovation and resilience, the conference will explore the intersections of Eastern Medicine, Nutritional Sciences,…
ISLAMABAD: Accountability Court Judge Muhammad Bashir hearing alleged corruption cases against PTI Founder Imran Khan has requested leave until his retirement in March 2024 on Saturday. According to sources, Judge Muhammad Bashir has submitted a letter to the Islamabad High Court and the Ministry of Law and Justice, seeking leave on medical grounds until his scheduled retirement on March 14 of this year. The letter, received by the high court and the law ministry, indicates that Judge Bashir has asked for leave from January 24 to March 14 due to health reasons, as per sources. Muhammad Bashir is hearing the…
KARACHI: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted a raid in Karachi on Saturday, claiming the arrest of a high-profile terrorist linked to the attack on Mufti Taqi Usmani. CTD officials, in collaboration with other law enforcement forces, carried out the operation in Soldier Bazar area, apprehending Syed Mehdi, a notorious terrorist associated with a hostile agency. During the interrogation, the arrested individual revealed that he provided target details to his accomplices, Raza Jafri and Abid Raza, both actively engaged in orchestrating and executing lethal attacks. A spokesperson disclosed that the arrested individual was found harboring arms and ammunition sourced from…
LAHORE: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has initiated the process of issuing postal ballot papers for the 2024 general elections scheduled for February 8, 2024. As per the ECP, eligible individuals are required to complete the postal ballot casting procedure by January 22. The application form for the postal ballot can be downloaded from the official website. Upon receiving the postal ballot, voters are to submit their votes to the District Returning Officer (DRO) within the specified timeframe. The ECP is actively engaged in comprehensive preparations to ensure seamless arrangements across the country. In an effort to guarantee robust…
RAWALPINDI: An anti-terrorism court of Rawalpindi on Saturday deferred hearing of appeals for bail of the PTI founder, former foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and chief of Awami Muslim League (AML) Sheikh Rashid Ahmed without any proceedings. The three leaders had filed appeals in the anti-terrorism court in 12 cases relating to May 9 tragedy. In the previous hearing, the court had sought record from the SHOs of all the 12 police stations relating to cases. As ATC Judge Malik Ijaz Asif was on leave, the proceedings on the appeals were deferred till January 24. In this regard, investigation teams…
Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik revealed his second marriage with renowned actress Sana Javed in an intimate ceremony held today (Saturday). “Alhamdullilah. And We created you in pairs,” expressed the 41-year-old cricketer on his Instagram account. Following the announcement, Sana Javed promptly updated her Instagram bio to “Sana Shoaib Malik.” https://twitter.com/realshoaibmalik/status/1748588432366936242 The newlywed pair shared images capturing their special day, both adorned in coordinated outfits. Shoaib Malik donned a white ‘Sherwani’ complemented by a golden embroidered shawl, while Sana looked elegant in a beige-colored Lehanga paired with green and gold jewelry. Notably, both were seen wearing wedding bands in the shared…
