The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted heatwave conditions across the country starting next due to the formation of a high-pressure system in the upper atmosphere from April 13th. According to the Met Office, most parts of the country will experience a rise in temperatures, with the southern regions, including Sindh, southern Punjab, and Balochistan, expected to face severe heatwave conditions beginning April 14th. Daytime temperatures in these areas may remain 6-8°C above the normal range from April 13th to 18th. In the northern and central regions — encompassing upper and central Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir…
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President Asif Ali Zardari has been discharged from the hospital after showing signs of recovery, his physician Dr. Asim Hussain confirmed on Friday. President Zardari was admitted to a hospital in Karachi on April 1st after his health deteriorated. He remained under treatment for more than 10 days. Zardari was transferred from Nawabshah to Karachi on the night of Eid ul Fitr for medical care. Earlier, Dr. Asim informed Geo News that President Zardari was showing improvement in his treatment. “The president has tested negative for COVID-19 on a rapid test but remains under the care of infectious disease specialists,”…
Well-placed sources have reported that the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) meeting held on Friday unanimously approved the appointments of four retired judges, including Justice (retd) Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui and Justice (retd) Maqbool Baqar, as “members” of the apex judicial appointments body. This development occurred during the JCP meeting presided over by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi. The JCP meeting also selected Justice (retd) Mian Shakirullah Jan of the Peshawar High Court and Justice (retd) Nazir Ahmed Lango of the Balochistan High Court to serve as its members. Chaired by CJP Afridi, the meeting lasted for over two…
Following a request by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Saudi Arabia has granted an additional Hajj quota to Pakistan, allowing 10,000 more pilgrims to perform Hajj this year. Taking to his X handle, DPM Dar expressed his gratitude to the Kingdom’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al-Saud, for approving the additional Hajj quota. In his post, Dar revealed that this special arrangement was made after his telephonic conversation with Prince Faisal on April 9th. He thanked the Saudi Foreign Minister for his support, referring to him as a “dear brother,” and hailed the gesture as a…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in London on Friday night from Belarus for a brief two-day visit. The PML-N leader and former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is also scheduled to arrive in London on Saturday for a two-week tour. The Prime Minister landed at Luton Airport late in the evening and plans to spend the weekend in the city. He will then return to Pakistan on Sunday night to attend the Overseas Pakistanis Convention in Islamabad. He was welcomed at the airport by PML-N UK leaders Ahsan Dar, Rashid Hashmi, and Khurram Butt. PML-N sources indicated that the Prime Minister…
https://youtu.be/ZKLlheZf0hU?si=IPeH0a4Bl8tCLagB The Lifesaver of Oklahoma’s Governor, a Silent Son of the Soil Dr. Naeem Tahirkheli’s Spirit of Service and a Shining Symbol of Patriotism By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada Oklahoma : Neither a thirst for fame, nor a desire for awards only a selfless love for humanity and a heartfelt bond with his motherland. Dr. Naeem Tahirkheli, a Pakistani-American cardiologist, stands among those unsung heroes who, while remaining away from the limelight, continue to bring honor to Pakistan. His quiet yet impactful services are not only a priceless contribution to the American healthcare system, but also a living embodiment of…
A Canadian businessman accused of playing a role in orchestrating the 2008 Mumbai attacks, one of India’s deadliest, arrived in New Delhi on Thursday after the United States extradited him in a landmark transfer for a terrorism case. Tahawwur Rana, 64, a doctor who later became a businessman, was extradited in connection with the November 2008 Mumbai attacks that resulted in the deaths of over 160 people. “The National Investigation Agency on Thursday successfully secured the extradition…after years of sustained and concerted efforts to bring the key conspirator…to justice,” stated the NIA, India’s anti-terrorism agency. He was escorted back to…
A senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a warning on Thursday that Iran might expel inspectors from the UN’s nuclear watchdog as “threats” escalate ahead of crucial talks with the United States. Rear Admiral Ali Shamkhani’s remarks mark the first official Iranian response since US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that military action against Iran was “absolutely” possible if diplomatic efforts failed to yield an agreement. “The continuation of external threats and Iran being in a state of military attack may lead to deterrent measures, including expulsion of inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency…
Under a newly forged agreement between Washington and Panama, United States troops will be granted access to a series of military bases situated along the Panama Canal for training exercises and other operational activities, a move widely interpreted as part of President Donald Trump’s strategy to reassert influence over the strategically vital waterway. The agreement, formalized by top security officials from both nations, permits US military personnel to deploy to Panamanian-controlled facilities for the purposes of training, exercises, and “other activities.” While the deal stops short of authorizing the United States to establish its own permanent military bases on the…
Renowned for its iconic skyscrapers and opulent lifestyle, Dubai is increasingly establishing itself as a significant global wealth magnet. Over the past decade, the city has experienced a notable surge in the number of millionaires choosing to reside there. According to a report by the international research firm New World Wealth, Dubai has emerged as one of the fastest-growing centers for wealth worldwide. The report indicates that the number of millionaires in Dubai has grown by an impressive 102% over the last ten years. In 2024, the city was home to 81,200 millionaires, 237 centimillionaires, and 20 billionaires, a significant…
