Pakistan has issued a firm condemnation of Israel’s latest strikes on Gaza, calling them a clear violation of the recently concluded peace accord signed in Egypt’s resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh. The Foreign Office in Islamabad said the renewed Israeli offensive has shattered hopes for regional calm and endangered the fragile truce that had offered brief respite to war-torn civilians in Gaza. In a strongly worded statement released on Monday, the spokesperson for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the government is “deeply disturbed” by the reports of civilian casualties following Israel’s fresh air raids. “These attacks are not only…
Author: Baseerat Talib
U.S. President Donald Trump recently revealed that he had a detailed conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in which the two leaders discussed not only trade but also regional peace and stability in South Asia. According to Trump, he urged Modi to avoid any possible conflict with Pakistan, emphasizing that war between the two nuclear-armed neighbors would be disastrous not just for them but for the entire region. Speaking at a colorful Diwali event held in the Oval Office, attended by a large number of Indian-origin Americans, Trump said with a smile, “I spoke with your Prime Minister today.…
Amazon’s expansion in Saudi Arabia has entered a new and exciting phase, following its collaboration with *Abdullah Al-Othaim Markets, one of the Kingdom’s most established supermarket chains. Through this partnership, customers in selected regions can now enjoy access to thousands of grocery and everyday products directly through *Amazon.sa — a development that highlights Amazon’s growing role in reshaping how people shop for food and household essentials in Saudi Arabia. The partnership has officially launched in Riyadh and *Jeddah, two of the country’s busiest cities. Shoppers can now order everything from *fresh produce and packaged groceries to household necessities, all from…
The Swiss city of Geneva has once again become the focal point of global parliamentary dialogue, as the 151st General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) officially commenced its sessions. Delegations from across the world arrived to participate in one of the largest gatherings of legislators, bringing together speakers, members of parliaments, and international representatives under one roof. Among the most prominent participants this year is the delegation from the *Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, headed by **Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh, the *Speaker of the Shura Council. His participation reflects Riyadh’s growing role in promoting dialogue,…
A group of scientists from the University of Maryland in the United States has made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize global wheat production. The researchers have identified a rare genetic trait that enables wheat plants to produce not one but three ovaries in a single flower — a change that could potentially double or even triple the number of grains per spike. This scientific breakthrough opens new possibilities for achieving unprecedented increases in wheat yield, which is a crucial step toward ensuring global food security. According to the study, which was officially published on *October 14, 2025, in the…
Islamabad — The Islamabad High Court has issued notices to several government departments and officials, seeking written responses in a case related to the protection of Faisal Mosque’s sanctity. The case stems from a citizen’s petition claiming that, in recent months, a number of inappropriate videos have been filmed within the mosque premises, featuring individuals in indecent clothing performing dances and other objectionable acts, thereby undermining the spiritual and religious sanctity of the site. Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir heard the initial proceedings of the petition. During the hearing, the petitioner’s lawyer, Mashraf Zain, argued that videos circulating on social media,…
Pakistan has marked a major chapter in its technological journey by successfully launching its first hyperspectral satellite into orbit, developed through strategic cooperation with China. This event is being seen as a transformative moment for the country’s scientific landscape, signaling a shift from traditional satellite reliance toward advanced, data-rich space intelligence. With this development, Pakistan has stepped into a new era of observational science, equipping itself with a tool capable of examining the Earth’s surface with a level of precision once reserved only for major global space powers. Unlike ordinary satellite cameras that only capture imagery in basic color spectrums,…
In the early hours of the morning, as a grey haze hangs low over Lahore’s streets, residents step outside with masks pressed against their faces, not because of a pandemic this time, but due to a heavy blanket of toxic smog that has slowly become a seasonal reality. Many Lahoris now describe stepping out at dawn or dusk as “walking into a gas chamber,” a phrase that resonates with frustration rather than exaggeration. Visibility drops to a level where buildings just a few meters away appear blurred, and the smell of burnt particles lingers in the air. Despite repeated warnings…
A significant economic move has taken shape in Pakistan as the State Bank of Pakistan entered into a strategic agreement with the International Finance Corporation, a member organization of the World Bank Group. The primary goal behind this cooperation is to open new channels of investment in Pakistani rupees and reduce the dependency of local businesses on loans taken in foreign currencies like the US dollar. The agreement, executed under the International Swaps and Derivatives Association framework, gives IFC the ability to channel funds in local currency while managing exchange rate fluctuations more efficiently. This step is seen as an…
The sudden announcement of a ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan, brokered in Doha after days of deadly border clashes, has brought a temporary sense of relief to a region long accustomed to volatility. Yet beneath the surface of this diplomatic breakthrough lies a complex web of mistrust, militant threats, and political posturing that continues to define the uneasy relationship between the two neighbours. For years, the Durand Line — a colonial demarcation turned fault line — has symbolised more than just a border. It is a living reminder of intertwined histories, broken promises, and competing sovereignties. The most recent round…