Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, is poised to enter a partnership with messaging giant Telegram, aiming to integrate its Grok chatbot onto the platform for its more than one billion users. As part of the proposed deal, xAI is set to invest $300 million in a combination of cash and stock to directly integrate its AI-powered chatbot into Telegram’s application. This move is intended to leverage Telegram’s vast user base and strengthen xAI’s position in the highly competitive AI sector. Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, announced the one-year partnership, which also incorporates a revenue-sharing model. Under this agreement,…
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Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has emphasized that the one million-strong Pakistani-American community serves as the most enduring link in the relationship between Pakistan and the U.S. Addressing American policymakers, diplomats, and members of the business community, Ambassador Sheikh extended an invitation to U.S. investors to explore the significant economic opportunities available in Pakistan, particularly within its rapidly expanding IT sector. He highlighted that Pakistan offers IT services that are 70% more cost-effective than those in the U.S., while consistently maintaining high quality. This, he noted, creates a mutually beneficial area for bilateral cooperation. “Strengthening collaboration…
An Israeli attack on civilians gathered at a US-backed aid distribution site in Rafah has resulted in at least 30 Palestinians killed and over 175 wounded, according to reports from Al Jazeera Arabic and the Red Cross Hospital in Gaza. The incident took place near a humanitarian relief point operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. Witnesses reported that people had assembled in anticipation of receiving desperately needed aid when Israeli forces launched the deadly strike. The Government Media Office in Gaza confirmed the attack, initially stating that at least 22 fatalities were reported, with the number subsequently rising to 30…
A recent interview with India’s Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has ignited political controversy and raised serious questions regarding the Modi government’s handling of military operations. Speaking to Bloomberg, General Chauhan admitted to operational missteps during a military campaign, stating, “We corrected an error in our strike and launched aircraft again two days later to hit the intended targets.” This revelation has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has demanded the formation of an independent committee, drawing parallels to the Kargil Review Committee, to investigate these alleged defence failures. Kharge also called for an…
Saudi Arabia recently conducted a high-profile security forces parade and comprehensive military drills in Makkah, in preparation for Hajj 2025. Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud, the Interior Minister, personally oversaw the military exercises performed by the Hajj security forces. These drills featured coordinated displays involving ground troops, helicopters, and a wide array of military equipment. The primary objective of these exercises was to demonstrate the advanced preparedness and operational readiness of the security apparatus responsible for safeguarding the annual pilgrimage. During the drills, security forces marched in precise formations, while specialized units, including commandos, executed tactical demonstrations. This showcased the comprehensive…
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has formally charged ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina with crimes against humanity, specifically in connection with the July mass uprising, as confirmed by ICT Prosecutor Gazi Monowar Hossain Tamim. Chief Prosecutor Tajul Islam submitted the complaint to the tribunal, and state-run Bangladesh Television (BTV) provided live nationwide broadcast coverage of the proceedings. Previously, on May 12, the ICT’s investigation agency had submitted a probe report detailing five allegations against Hasina concerning her alleged role during the uprising. The report accuses her of instructing state forces, her political party, and its associated factions to conduct operations…
Pakistan’s prominent javelin thrower, Arshad Nadeem, has dedicated his recent gold medal victory at the Asian Athletics Championship in Gumi, South Korea, to the people of Pakistan. He attributed his success to the nation’s prayers and the blessings of Allah Almighty. In an exclusive interview with Samaa TV following his remarkable 86.40-meter throw that secured him the top spot, Arshad stated: “In any sport, hard work is necessary. But it is Allah Almighty who ultimately gives success.” The Olympic medalist, who made his return to international competition for the first time since his record-breaking throw at the Paris 2024 Olympics,…
Celebrations erupting in Paris after Paris Saint-Germain’s (PSG) inaugural UEFA Champions League victory turned chaotic on Saturday night, resulting in the arrest of nearly 300 individuals, according to police officials. Tens of thousands of jubilant fans poured into the streets of the French capital following PSG’s decisive 5-0 triumph over Inter Milan in Munich. This victory, lauded as “historic” by French leaders, marked the club’s long-anticipated success on Europe’s premier football stage. However, as evening progressed, the festive atmosphere devolved into pockets of disorder around iconic landmarks, including the Champs-Élysées and the Parc des Princes stadium. Paris police reported that…
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif is scheduled to depart for London tomorrow, sources have confirmed. Sources revealed on Saturday that the former prime minister will undergo a medical check-up during his visit. The PML-N supremo is also slated to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha in London. Separately, earlier this month, Nawaz Sharif had expressed gratitude and lauded Pakistan’s leadership and armed forces following the announcement of a full ceasefire between India and Pakistan by then-US President Donald Trump. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the former premier stated: “Thanks be to Allah that this has raised Pakistan’s standing,” he said. “I congratulate…
The federal government on Saturday officially designated all active terrorist organizations in Balochistan as “Fitna-ul-Hindustan”. According to a notification issued by the Federal Ministry of Interior, all groups implicated in terrorist activities within Balochistan will henceforth be referred to by this designation. The notification explicitly stated that this designation accurately reflects the true ideology, intentions, and objectives of these terrorist organizations. The Ministry of Interior has directed all relevant federal ministries, divisions, and other governmental institutions to implement this decision immediately.
