LAHORE: As the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) gears up for another anti-government movement after Eid-ul-Fitr, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday vowed to block efforts aimed at creating an “artificial political crisis” in the country. “The people of Pakistan will no longer allow anyone to obstruct the journey of development and progress,” the former three-time prime minister said during a meeting with PML-N Senator Irfan Siddiqui in Raiwind. Following the collapse of talks between the government and the opposition, the PTI has once again moved to establish a grand opposition alliance against the federal government. Party founder Imran…
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PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has claimed that hostile international forces are fueling violence in the conflict-ridden Kurram region in an attempt to destabilize Pakistan. “Land disputes can happen anywhere, but the intensity of the conflict in Kurram demands deeper attention,” the firebrand CM said on Wednesday, expressing fears that non-state actors were determined to use these sparks to set the entire country on fire. Kurram has been plagued by violence for decades, with over 150 people killed in a fresh round of clashes that began in November last year. The conflict erupted when two separate convoys…
As Pakistan grapples with a surge in militant attacks, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has sought support from the United Nations to counter cross-border terrorism originating from Afghanistan. The statement came after Deputy PM Dar met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in New York. According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office on Wednesday, Dar highlighted the issue of cross-border terrorism from Afghanistan and called for UN support in combating terrorism within and from Afghanistan. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to providing humanitarian aid to millions of destitute people in Afghanistan and promoting its economic…
A new study on mice has revealed that antidepressants like Prozac show promising results against infections and sepsis. According to Salk, a study published in Science Advances found that users of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have less severe COVID-19 infections, while another study proved that fluoxetine protected mice against sepsis. Sepsis is a life-threatening medical condition in which the body’s immune system overreacts to an infection, leading to organ failure or death. Professor Janelle Ayres said, “When treating an infection, the optimal treatment strategy would be one that kills the bacteria or virus while also protecting our tissues and…
Dry hair can be caused by a number of reasons, including sun exposure, humidity, and heat styling. Having dry and frizzy hair can significantly impact your personal style and overall appearance. Here are some tips to help you take better care of dry hair: Get a Trim To help your hair reset, a fresh cut might be the solution. Even if you have short hair, split ends can make styling difficult and contribute to dryness. Take Vitamins Basic vitamins are essential to nourish your body, but certain vitamins such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and Vitamin H (biotin) directly affect…
Sources revealed to Geo News that the Chairman and members of the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) have raised their salaries by a massive 220% without obtaining the required clearance, sparking controversy. According to Nepra sources, the salary hike, ranging from Rs2 million to Rs2.2 million, was implemented without following the mandatory protocol, which has led to the ongoing controversy. In some cases, six-figure salaries were increased to seven digits under the headings of ad-hoc relief and regulatory allowance, without seeking approval from the federal cabinet. As per a revised notification from October 2023, the total salary, including all…
A delegation of World Bank executive directors on Monday highlighted the fast progress of Pakistan’s economic reforms under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The remarks came during a meeting between PM Shehbaz and the nine-member WB delegation, which is visiting Pakistan after a 20-year hiatus. The delegation noted that the positive outcomes of the government’s ongoing reform initiatives are being felt, marking a promising development. During the meeting, PM Shehbaz emphasized that, with the cooperation of the WB, several key development projects were completed in Pakistan, playing a vital role in the country’s progress, according to a statement…
On Monday, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb underscored the potential for boosting exports to Saudi Arabia, especially in the skilled labor sector, as the kingdom’s Vision 2030 objectives drive up demand for skilled workers. In an interview with Arab News during the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, the finance minister noted that this aligns with Riyadh’s expanding workforce needs as it progresses toward its ambitious Vision 2030 goals. “Saudi Arabia’s influence in regional economic transformation is growing, with Pakistan recognizing the kingdom’s progress under Vision 2030 as a valuable model,” he added. The finance minister emphasized that the kingdom’s leadership…
Australia and New Zealand have dealt a major blow to India’s aspirations of claiming ownership of basmati rice by recognizing the prized long-grain commodity as a Pakistani product. This move comes against the backdrop of New Delhi’s push to have basmati rice granted protected status in global markets as a uniquely Indian product — a push met with strong opposition from Pakistan, which asserts that the rice is part of a shared heritage between the two countries. In December 2024, India approached the European Court of Justice after the European Union rejected India’s application for access to the annexures attached…
The capital market in Pakistan rebounded on Tuesday after four consecutive days of decline, as investors shifted aggressively toward buying following weeks of relentless selling pressure. Renewed confidence in corporate earnings, a decrease in coal prices benefiting cement stocks, and strong dividend payouts in the banking sector fueled the surge. The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 Index rose by 1,344.94 points, or 1.2%, to close at 113,088.47. The market hit an intraday high of 113,252.54 and a low of 111,642.02, reflecting strong investor confidence across various sectors. “We had been observing selling pressure over the past few weeks, but…
