Iranian missile fire on Israel resulted in at least 10 fatalities overnight, authorities confirmed Sunday, as the long-standing adversaries exchanged fresh waves of attacks in their most intense confrontation in history. In Iran, a dense cloud of smoke billowed over the capital after Israeli aircraft struck two fuel depots. For days, Iranians have been forming long queues at gas stations, fearing shortages. US President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that Washington “had nothing to do” with ally Israel’s extensive bombardment campaign, which commenced early Friday, targeting key military and nuclear sites in Iran. However, Trump threatened to unleash “the full…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
Officials from the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) surveyed the site of the Air India plane crash that claimed at least 271 lives, sources confirmed on Sunday. Families continue to await DNA profiling results for the identification of charred remains. Alongside the NTSB, officials from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) were present in Ahmedabad, in western India’s Gujarat state, surveying the crash site, according to one source with direct knowledge of the situation. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people and bound for Gatwick Airport south of London, began losing altitude mere seconds after takeoff from Ahmedabad on…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is reportedly poised to maintain England as the designated host nation for the subsequent three World Test Championship (WTC) finals, scheduled for 2027, 2029, and 2031. According to a report published by The Telegraph UK, this decision comes despite considerable interest from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the prestigious event in India. Since its inauguration in 2019, the WTC has consistently concluded its two-year cycle with a final held in England. Previous venues include Southampton in 2021, The Oval in 2023, and the upcoming 2025 final slated for Lord’s.…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Saturday that the Pakistan Shaheens are scheduled to tour England after July this year. While the cricket board did not provide specific details regarding the Shaheens’ tour to England, it did state that the squad would undergo a training camp in Karachi starting from July 10. This information was shared in a statement concerning the upcoming Skills Development camp, which is slated to commence at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) from June 16. Consequently, the exact number of matches and the format in which the Shaheens will play during their England tour remain…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday declared Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the brotherly people and government of Iran in the face of what he termed Israel’s unprovoked and unjustified aggression. In a telephonic conversation with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, Prime Minister Shehbaz vehemently condemned the Israeli attacks against Iran, asserting that they constituted a violation of Tehran’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). He added that Iran possessed the inherent right to self-defense, as stipulated under Article 51 of the UN Charter. Expressing heartfelt condolences over the tragic loss of…
The Oxford Pakistan Programme (OPP) celebrated a remarkable achievement at its Annual Fundraising Dinner, held at Lady Margaret Hall. The event successfully secured transformative pledges for three new scholarships and a £100,000 endowment, aimed at empowering Pakistan’s most promising students. Interloop Ltd, a leading Pakistani exporter, represented by businessman and philanthropist Musadaq Zulqarnain TI, committed funding for a scholarship for the next three years. Prominent British Pakistani philanthropists Munir Hussain, who operates one of the largest food chains in the UK, and Aneel Musarrat each pledged support for a full OPP graduate scholarship for the next five years. This crucial…
Rain, accompanied by wind and thunderstorms, is expected in the port city of Karachi on Monday, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasting light to moderate showers through Tuesday, offering much-needed relief to citizens from the scorching hot weather. According to the Met Department, Karachi is anticipated to experience hot and humid conditions over the next 24 hours, with partly cloudy skies. The maximum temperature could reach up to 37 degrees Celsius, while humidity is currently at 72%. Wind speeds in the city were recorded at 18 kilometers per hour. However, the Met Department noted that rainfall may occur in…
In a display of his assertive political style, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has once again issued a warning of an armed march towards Islamabad, vowing that any assault on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters would be met with force, as reported by The News on Sunday. “If a bullet is fired at us, we will respond with bullets and not just fire back but strike with full force,” Gandapur declared while addressing a rally held in the Mathra area on the outskirts of Peshawar, a gathering convened to demand the release of the incarcerated PTI founder, Imran Khan.…
In light of existing uncertainties and disruptions to air operations caused by the ongoing conflict, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has provided assurance that the government is undertaking necessary measures for the well-being of Pakistani nationals in Iran and Iraq. Taking to X, FM Dar stated that 450 Pakistani pilgrims were evacuated from Iran on Saturday, and arrangements are actively being made for 154 students currently stranded in Iran. He further elaborated, “Our Embassy in Iraq is in contact with Pakistani Zaireen who are stranded due to the closure of airspace. Measures are underway to ensure their…
The recent Hajj 2025 pilgrimage saw a substantial number of attendees, with host Saudi authorities diligently working to prevent a recurrence of last year’s tragic more than 1,000 deaths due to extreme heat. Approximately 1.4 million pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia in preparation for the Hajj, a fundamental pillar of Islam that is incumbent upon all Muslims with the financial and physical capability to perform it at least once in their lifetime. Saudi authorities implemented extensive heat protection measures, involving over 40 government agencies and 250,000 officials. These initiatives included providing additional shade to avert a repeat of last year’s…
