US President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slightly dropped in recent days as more Americans express concerns about the direction of the economy, while the new leader threatens multiple countries with tariffs, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. The six-day poll, which concluded on Tuesday, showed that 44% of respondents approved of Trump’s job performance, down from 45% in a previous Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted on January 24-26. Trump’s approval rating stood at 47% in a January 20-21 poll conducted shortly after his return to the White House. The percentage of Americans disapproving of his presidency has risen significantly to 51%, compared…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
United States President Donald Trump has suggested using some of the savings from tech billionaire Elon Musk’s cost-cutting initiative to distribute cash to American citizens and reduce government debt. Speaking at an investment summit hosted by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund in Miami Beach, Florida, on Wednesday, Trump stated that he was considering allocating 20 percent of the savings to the public and another 20 percent to pay off the federal government’s $36 trillion debt. “The numbers are incredible, Elon. So many billions of dollars … hundreds of billions,” Trump remarked at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Priority Summit, referring…
major challenge for society. A recent tragic incident in Mamond Tehsil, Bajaur, shook the nation, where a four-year-old innocent girl was brutally raped and murdered by a close relative. According to police reports, the suspect lured the child with food, assaulted her, and then killed her. To hide the crime, he also attempted to mutilate her body. The police acted swiftly and arrested the suspect within 12 hours, who later confessed to the crime. This incident has sparked outrage in the community, with people demanding strict action and immediate justice. Unfortunately, this is not the first time such a horrific…
Islamabad: On Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s directive, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has established a special subcommittee to enhance the performance of Pakistan’s embassies abroad. Members and First Meeting MNA Bilal Azhar Kayani has been appointed as the convener of the eight-member subcommittee. An official notification has been issued regarding the formation of the committee. The first meeting will be held tomorrow, chaired by Bilal Azhar Kayani. Subcommittee Members: Additional Secretaries from the Ministries of Interior, Commerce, Finance, and Information & Broadcasting. Additional Secretaries from the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Joint Secretary from the Cabinet…
A group of five judges from the Islamabad High Court (IHC) has filed a petition in the Supreme Court against the appointment of Justice Sarfraz Dogar as the acting chief justice of IHC. The petition raises concerns over seniority issues following his transfer from the Lahore High Court (LHC). Key Highlights: Five IHC judges file a petition against Justice Dogar’s appointment. The petition challenges the President’s authority in judicial transfers. Judges argue that transferred judges should retake the oath to reset their seniority. IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq rejected their seniority concerns. Background of the Case IHC judges Justice Mohsin…
Parachinar: Authorities have issued evacuation notices for residents of four villages in Lower Kurram due to escalating security threats. Affected Villages and Actions Taken: Villages: Ochit, Manduri, Dad Kumar, and Bagan. Reason: Worsening security situation. Government Action: Once vacated, search operations will commence to ensure security. So far, six families have already been relocated to Hangu, temporarily staying with relatives. Recent Wave of Violence and Impact Over 150 people have been killed since November 2024 due to ongoing clashes in Kurram. 40 people died in two convoy ambushes. Repeated attacks on security convoys and civilians continue. Severe shortages of food…
Islamabad and Rawalpindi finally received heavy rainfall on Wednesday night after nearly four months, offering temporary relief amid an escalating water crisis. Key Highlights: Heavy rainfall in Rawalpindi and nearby areas after four months More rain expected, providing temporary relief from drought Snowfall in Murree, Neelum Valley; tourists advised to remain cautious Water Shortage in Twin Cities The prolonged dry spell had severely impacted groundwater levels, leading the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) to declare an emergency earlier this week. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), rainfall was recorded as follows: Bokra: 19mm H-8: 22mm Shamsabad: 20mm Chaklala: 18mm…
Islamabad: The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) Chairman Dr. Raghib Hussain Naeemi announced the prescribed rates for Sadaqa-e-Fitr and Fidya for Ramadan. Minimum Amount for Sadaqa-e-Fitr and Fidya The minimum amount per person for Sadaqa-e-Fitr and Fidya has been set at Rs220. Rates Based on Different Commodities Wheat: Rs220 Barley: Rs450 Dates: Rs1,650 Raisins: Rs2,500 Dried Grapes (Munqqa): Rs5,000 Encouragement for Affluent Individuals Dr. Naeemi urged wealthy individuals to contribute according to their financial capacity instead of opting for the minimum wheat-based rate. He clarified that Sadaqa-e-Fitr is obligatory for every Muslim, whether free or enslaved, male or female, young…
Islamabad: Pakistan has turned down the Afghan government’s request to extend the stay of Afghan nationals residing illegally in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Deadline Set for February 28 Last year, these individuals were instructed to leave the country by February 28, 2025, leaving them with only seven days to remain in the twin cities. According to sources, security agencies have compiled lists of illegal Afghan residents, detailing their residences and locations. Conditions for Legal Afghan Nationals Afghan nationals with valid documents for migration to another country can stay in Pakistan until March 31, 2025. After that, they must also leave. Those…
Karachi: Police have made significant progress in the Mustafa abduction and murder case, recovering the murder weapon and securing a chilling confession from the prime suspect, Armaghan. Brutal Torture and Murder Details According to investigation officials, the suspect, currently in police custody on physical remand, has confessed to the horrific torture and murder of Mustafa. During interrogation, Armaghan revealed that on January 6, he called the victim and the other suspect, Shiraz Bukhari (alias Shavez), to his bungalow, where he viciously assaulted Mustafa for two hours using an iron rod. Investigators confirmed that the iron rod was later recovered from…
