European visitors traveling to the UK will be required to obtain a new online entry permit starting Wednesday, as the British government implements changes to longstanding travel regulations. UK officials stated that they are introducing the digital Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) permit for European travelers to enhance security and streamline entry procedures. A grace period will be in effect, potentially lasting several months. The permit can be purchased online within the next few days for £10 (12 euros), but the price will increase to £16 starting April 9. The ETA has already been implemented for American, Canadian, and other visa-exempt…
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Myanmar’s junta stated on Wednesday that its troops fired warning shots at a Chinese Red Cross aid convoy, highlighting the challenges of delivering relief amidst a civil war, as aid groups called for improved access to help earthquake survivors. The military has struggled to govern Myanmar since its 2021 coup against the elected civilian government of Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, leading to the collapse of the economy and basic services, including healthcare, following the outbreak of civil war. Junta spokesperson Zaw Min Tun reported that the Chinese Red Cross did not inform authorities of their presence in a…
Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon refuted reports concerning President Asif Ali Zardari’s health on Wednesday, stating that his condition is improving. In a statement, Memon clarified that reports suggesting President Zardari would be transferred to Dubai for medical treatment are incorrect and that he will make a full recovery soon. The minister’s clarification came after President Zardari was moved to a private hospital in Karachi from Nawabshah due to health issues. Play Video. With the politician undergoing medical tests at the facility, hospital sources indicate that he was admitted due to infection and fever. Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif inquired…
In a positive step towards acknowledging women’s role, contributions, and service to society, Punjab Police’s SP Aisha Butt has been selected to receive the ‘Excellence in Performance Award’ 2025. The award, presented by the International Association of Women Police, recognizes SP Butt’s “distinguished service and commitment to policing.” “On behalf of our members, the Board of Directors, and the Recognition Committee, congratulations on receiving this highly competitive global recognition,” reads the letter issued by IAWP President Julia Jaeger. — Facebook@PunjabPolicePakistanOfficial The award, given annually to a female police officer worldwide in recognition of her exceptional service, will be presented to…
In its effort to suppress severe criminal activities, the Investigation Police successfully arrested 110 suspects involved in assaults against 103 women during the current year. Quoting statistics from the performance report for the first three months of 2025, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Zeeshan Raza stated that the Investigation Police not only detained suspects involved in 40 cases — including the murder of 15 women — but also recovered 988 abducted females related to 972 registered cases. Regarding 129 cases of child abduction, DIG Raza added that the police rescued 144 abductees. Furthermore, the police official also noted that 44 suspects…
Pakistanis are renowned for their spontaneous approach to charitable giving, with numerous organizations in the country operating solely on public donations. However, a survey has revealed the true extent of this generosity, indicating that 50 million Pakistanis donated Rs619 billion — equivalent to $2.19 billion — in Zakat in 2024. Zakat is one of the five essential pillars of Islam, referring to the amount each eligible Muslim is obligated to donate to those in need annually. Typically, Zakat is calculated as 2.5% of the total amount exceeding the Nisab threshold. — ICTD The survey, conducted through computer-assisted telephone interviews in…
President Asif Ali Zardari has tested positive for COVID-19 and is now in isolation, his physician, Dr. Asim Hussain, confirmed on Wednesday. Speaking to Geo News, Dr. Hussain stated that the president is receiving medical treatment from infectious disease specialists at a private hospital. “Due to his current health status, all meetings with the president have been strictly prohibited,” he added. He further mentioned that President Zardari is being closely monitored, and several tests have been conducted to evaluate his health. “The medical team is providing constant, around-the-clock observation to effectively manage his condition,” he added. President Zardari was moved…
Nearly a dozen known students and faculty members at colleges across the country have been detained by federal agents amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration, which on college campuses, has taken aim at pro-Palestinian student activists and Israel critics. Many of those detained have been granted the right to live in the US either as permanent residents or through temporary work or student visas. Their rights, however, have been put into question under new, sweeping immigration orders that some legal experts fear may be used liberally to clamp down on dissent. Speaking to reporters Thursday, Secretary of State Marco…
Three federal agencies are reviewing nearly $9 billion in contracts and grants between the government and Harvard University over the school’s response to antisemitism. The departments of Education; Health and Human Services; and the US General Services Administration announced Monday they are reviewing $8.7 billion in grants and more than $255 million worth of contracts between Harvard, its affiliates, and the federal government, according to a news release. “Harvard has served as a symbol of the American Dream for generations – the pinnacle aspiration for students all over the world to work hard and earn admission to the storied institution,”…
An anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife on a popular Hawaii hiking trail previously accused her of having an affair, which led to “extreme jealousy,” according to a temporary restraining order petition filed by his wife. Gerhardt Konig, 46, is charged with attempted second-degree murder after the Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney’s office said he bashed his wife’s head repeatedly with a rock and tried to inject her with syringes filled with unknown substances. His wife detailed in the petition last week that Konig tried to push her toward the cliff’s edge in Oahu where they were hiking. She stated,…
