The federal and Sindh governments have taken a step forward towards resolving the dispute over the Six Canals Project on the Indus River. This breakthrough came after the first direct communication between the two sides. Adviser to the Prime Minister, Rana Sanaullah, initiated the contact by calling Sindh’s Senior Minister, Sharjeel Inam Memon. During the phone call, Rana Sanaullah assured Memon that the federal government is ready to open negotiations regarding the Six Canals Project. He also shared that both Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif have instructed that Sindh’s concerns must be properly addressed. They want…
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Islamabad United continued their unstoppable run in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 with another strong performance. They crushed Karachi Kings by six wickets in the 10th match played at National Bank Stadium on Sunday. Chasing a low target of 129, Islamabad United crossed the line with 17 balls remaining and six wickets still in hand. Sahibzada Farhan and Azam Khan gave them a fast start. The opening pair added 34 runs before Hasan Ali broke through. Farhan smashed 30 runs from only 18 balls, hitting five fours and a six, before falling to Hasan. Hasan Ali struck again…
The Department of Education in Tehran has officially declared that Afghan migrant students holding census registration papers or “return-to-Afghanistan” documents will no longer be allowed to enrol in Iranian schools for the 1404 academic year (March 2025 to March 2026). In a clear directive, the Education Department stated that all Afghan migrant students with these specific papers are now banned from accessing formal education in Iran. Yousof Baharloo, who serves as the Director General of Education for Tehran’s counties, issued strict instructions to school principals. He told them not to admit any migrant students possessing either census registration documents or…
Almost eight years after its designation, the Astola Island Marine Protected Area (AIMPA) has an officially approved management plan. The Balochistan government has endorsed the plan to conserve Pakistan’s first marine protected site, also known as Jezira Haft Talar (Island of the Seven Hills). Pakistan, being a signatory to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), committed to protecting its ecosystems. The 1992 Rio Earth Summit saw Pakistan join 150 countries to sign the CBD, which promotes conservation and fair use of biodiversity. In 1999, Pakistan drafted its first Biodiversity Action Plan to meet 2010 targets. However, the Global…
Babar Saleem Swati, the Speaker of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, has been cleared in a major Babar Saleem Swati corruption inquiry. An internal party investigation found no evidence to back the allegations against him, according to a detailed report. Qazi Anwar, a member of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) Internal Accountability Committee, led the investigation. His seven-page report dismissed all claims of corruption and misuse of power. The report has now been submitted to PTI’s Secretary General, Salman Akram Raja. The Babar Saleem Swati corruption inquiry investigated accusations made by PTI leader Azam Swati. These accusations included financial mismanagement and unlawful appointments.…
A major reform has reshaped the FBR Performance Management System to improve the efficiency of Pakistan’s civil services. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given approval for the new model, which has already been rolled out in the Federal Board of Revenue for Customs and Inland Revenue departments. Earlier, 98% of officers were rated “outstanding” or “very good.” Under the fresh FBR Performance Management System, that figure has now dropped to only 40%. Similarly, earlier assessments had declared 99% of officers in the Income Tax Group as top performers for integrity. That unrealistic pattern has now been replaced with a more…
Pope Francis Death was confirmed by the Vatican early Monday morning. The Holy Father passed away at the age of 88, just one day after his much-awaited appearance at Saint Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday. According to an official statement, Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced the news on the Vatican’s Telegram channel. “This morning at 7:35 am (0535 GMT), the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father,” he shared in the message. The news of Pope Francis Death has deeply saddened millions of faithful across the world. His final public appearance was seen as a sign of…
At least 10 foreign terrorists were neutralized during a joint Mianwali Operation carried out by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and local police. The clash took place in the Makarwal area of Mianwali, according to police sources. During the intense exchange of gunfire, a civilian was also hit. The victim suffered a gunshot wound to the leg. He was quickly shifted to a nearby hospital for medical care. The Mianwali Operation is still ongoing. Security forces continue to confront the remaining militants hiding in the area. Authorities have confirmed that all CTD and police personnel involved in the Mianwali Operation are…
The 30th Textile Asia Exhibition 2025 ended on a high note in Faisalabad. The event witnessed strong international participation, further cementing Pakistan’s reputation as a rising hub for textile innovation in Asia. Supported by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), the exhibition attracted visitors and exhibitors from countries like China, Turkey, Germany, Japan, Italy, Switzerland, Korea, Russia, and Malaysia. The Textile Asia Exhibition 2025 acted as a major platform to boost exports and encourage industrial growth in Pakistan’s textile sector. The displays featured cutting-edge machinery, smart fabrics, and sustainable manufacturing solutions. These highlights reflected both the current trends and the…
WhatsApp is adding a new tool that will improve how users interact with channels. The new WhatsApp Channels Feature lets users view channel photos, videos, GIFs, and links easily. This update is already live for some beta testers. The new function works much like the starred messages feature in private and group chats. Users can now bookmark specific updates within a channel for later. This means they no longer need to scroll through endless messages to find important posts. Before this, searching for media in active channels was a frustrating task. Finding a certain image, video, or link often took…
