The nation commemorated Youm-e-Takbeer (Day of Greatness) with profound patriotic spirit, as rallies and ceremonies were held across the country to mark the historic day when Pakistan emerged as a nuclear power. Pakistan had declared a public holiday on Youm-e-Takbeer to observe the anniversary of the May 28, 1998, nuclear tests conducted at the Ras Koh Hills in the Chagai District of Balochistan. These tests, codenamed Chagai-I, represented Pakistan’s inaugural public demonstration of its nuclear weapons capability, positioning it as the seventh nation globally and the first Muslim-majority country to possess nuclear arms. This pivotal decision was a direct response…
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Experts at a leading defense strategy think tank have expressed concerns that the ceasefire between Pakistan and India remains fragile, suggesting that talks between the two South Asian rivals in a neutral or third-party country could be instrumental in restoring regional stability. This discussion took place at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), a London-based think tank, under the title “The India-Pakistan military conflict and prospects for regional stability and security.” The aim was to analyze the recent conflict between the two nations, the conflicting narratives, and its aftermath. Following the Pahalgam attack on April 22, India initiated missile…
Five policemen, including Assistant Director Zakir Awan and IG’s Reader Ali Bukhari, tragically died in a horrific accident after their vehicle plunged into a ravine in Dhirkot tehsil of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The unfortunate incident occurred in Lasdana, a tourist destination in AJK’s Bagh district, resulting in the loss of five police officers. According to the Bagh deputy commissioner, policemen Fahim, SHO Naveed, and Inspector Yasir Kiani were also among those who perished. It is pertinent to note that the AJK Transport Authority had previously issued a notification on May 16, announcing the closure of the Lasdana road for…
Pakistan and Iran have reached an agreement to maintain their shared border open 24 hours a day during the Islamic months of Muharram and Safar, aiming to facilitate religious pilgrims. This understanding was forged during a meeting in Tehran between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Iranian counterpart Eskandar Momeni, where both sides made several crucial decisions to enhance pilgrim facilitation and strengthen cross-border collaboration. Present at the occasion from the Iranian delegation were Deputy Interior Minister Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian, Deputy Minister Nader Yar Ahmadi, Adviser Hadian, Governor General of Sistan and Baluchestan Mansour Bager, and Colonel Javaheri, Head of…
Junaid Safdar, son of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, is set to be engaged in Lahore to the granddaughter of one of PML-N President Nawaz Sharif’s first cousins. Three family sources informed Geo News that Junaid’s marriage has been finalized with the daughter of 48-year-old Usman Javed, who is the son of Javed Shafi – a first cousin of Nawaz Sharif. Sources revealed that the families—including Nawaz, Maryam, and Javed Shafi—convened on Wednesday at the former’s Model Town residence, where all formalities were concluded. “The match has been settled, and the engagement will follow shortly. The families will jointly…
US President Donald Trump has consented to postpone a 50 percent tariff on imports from the European Union until July 9, attributing the decision to a “very nice call” with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Speaking to reporters at Morristown Municipal Airport in New Jersey on Sunday, Trump stated that the delay was granted at von der Leyen’s request, adding that both parties intend to resume negotiations promptly. “She said she wants to get down to serious negotiation,” Trump remarked. “July 9 would be the day, that was the date she requested. Could we move it from June…
On Sunday, United States President Donald Trump reiterated his administration’s strategic emphasis on bolstering domestic manufacturing in critical, high-value sectors such as military equipment and advanced technology, rather than prioritizing industries like textiles and apparel. Addressing reporters before boarding Air Force One in New Jersey, President Trump publicly endorsed recent statements made by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who had asserted that a “booming textile industry” was not a fundamental requirement for the U.S. economy. This declaration had previously drawn criticism from the National Council of Textile Organizations. “We’re not looking to make sneakers and T-shirts. We want to make military…
Reality television personality Phil Robertson has passed away at the age of 79 following a challenging health battle. News of his demise was confirmed by his family via a Facebook announcement on Sunday. “We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord,” wrote Korie Robertson, Phil’s daughter-in-law. In her statement, she extended gratitude to those who had offered prayers for Phil during his struggle with Alzheimer’s disease in his final months. She acknowledged Phil’s courage, noting his declaration to loved ones that he harbored no fear of death, viewing it instead as a…
Bindi Irwin is on the path to “healing” following a significant health crisis. On Sunday, May 25, the renowned conservationist and television personality shared an emotional health update on her Instagram account, two weeks after undergoing emergency surgery for a ruptured appendix and recurrent endometriosis. “Healing,” the TV personality began her post, “Thank you for your incredible words of support and kindness. The reason I share my health journey is because more girls and women desperately need answers to their undiagnosed pain. I’ve battled with endometriosis for more than 12 years. This disease is crippling and can make you feel…
Keith Powers has at last disclosed the key to his successful long-term relationship with Ryan Destiny. Speaking to People magazine at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival in France, the 32-year-old actor attributed the longevity and success of their romance to the profound bond they share, emphasizing that they “genuinely are best friends” and view each other as “family.” “I think partnership really works when you really do look at your partner [the way you would look at] siblings, in a way,” Keith explained. He further elaborated, “We could fight. We might not talk to each other for a minute. But…
