Pakistan’s Interior Ministry has deported 781 undocumented Afghan nationals from Islamabad through the Torkham border crossing while announcing plans to address the status of Europe-bound Afghan migrants through diplomatic channels. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated that while the government continues its repatriation efforts for unauthorized residents, Afghan nationals seeking passage to Europe or other countries will not be sent back to Afghanistan. Instead, their cases will be handled through diplomatic engagement with relevant destination countries. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will raise these cases with the concerned countries,” Naqvi said, distinguishing between undocumented residents and those seeking onward migration. This…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
Water supply to Islamabad and Rawalpindi will be significantly affected for 10 days as Khanpur Dam undergoes maintenance from February 10 to 19, according to an official notification. Islamabad will receive 5 million gallons less water per day, while Rawalpindi will face a shortfall of 13 million gallons daily. Several areas, including Dhok Hassu, Pirudhai, and Fauji Colony, as well as sectors D-12, G-10, G-11, F-10, F-11, and G-9 in Islamabad, will experience water shortages during this period. Authorities have urged residents to use water carefully as supply will remain limited until maintenance work at the dam is completed.
Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has emphasized the need for a unity government to address Pakistan’s escalating political and economic challenges. Speaking on Samaa TV’s talk show ‘Nadeem Malik Live’, Abbasi stressed the importance of cooperation between the country’s political, judicial, and military leadership to formulate a consensus-driven agenda aimed at resolving Pakistan’s pressing issues. He suggested that leaders from all key institutions should come together for a national dialogue to identify Pakistan’s core problems and agree on practical solutions. “Talented and experienced individuals should be tasked with implementing this agreed-upon agenda,” he said, underscoring that a unified approach…
PML-N MPA and Parliamentary Secretary for Human Rights and Minority Affairs, Sonia Asher, is facing legal action under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) Amendment Act 2025 for allegedly spreading fake news on social media about an ongoing rape case. A Christian woman from Lahore filed an application with the FIA Cyber Crime Wing, requesting an investigation into Sonia Asher under the controversial PECA law 2025. The application alleges that Sonia Asher’s false social media post has negatively impacted the legal proceedings related to her minor daughter’s alleged abduction and rape case. According to the petition, a case was…
Local wildlife officials have confirmed that an American hunter, Kyle Adam Miller, successfully hunted a Kashmir Markhor in the Shoghore Wildlife Range of Chitral. The Markhor, known for its magnificent spiral horns, measured 45 inches in length. According to officials, the hunt was carried out under a legal permit system, with Miller obtaining a non-exportable hunting permit for the first time in the history of Chitral Gol National Park, at a cost of $66,000. Reports indicate that the hunter selected a 9.5-year-old trophy-sized Markhor in the national park’s buffer zone, near Shoghore hamlet on Garam Chashma Road, and pursued it…
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has strongly condemned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) plans to stage protests during key international cricket events in the country. He labeled the move as an “anti-national attempt to isolate and embarrass Pakistan on the cricket field.” In a series of posts on his official X account, Asif stated that PTI had formally sought permission to hold a protest in Lahore on February 8, the same day Pakistan is set to face New Zealand in the first match of their tri-nation series at Gaddafi Stadium. He further mentioned that PTI had also announced a long march on February…
The annual bilateral consultations between Pakistan and Qatar, scheduled to take place in Doha on Wednesday, have been postponed, according to official sources. Last week, the Foreign Office had announced these high-level talks, with a delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar set to represent Pakistan. Ishaq Dar had already chaired two preparatory meetings to finalize the agenda for discussions with Qatari officials. However, sources revealed that the talks were postponed due to Ishaq Dar’s sudden departure to China for an official visit. Reports indicate that both nations are in contact to finalize new dates for…
https://youtu.be/kUmQ2sMvgxk?si=Fv7ndFvbQmKoxU_k IIFA 2025: A Grand Silver Jubilee Celebration in Jaipur, Bollywood Stars Set to Shine! By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada Jaipur : Preparations for the grand 25th anniversary celebration of IIFA 2025in Jaipur have been completed. This spectacular event, scheduled for March 8 and 9, will feature performances by Bollywood’s biggest stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, and Madhuri Dixit, among other prominent celebrities. On the first day, the IIFA Digital Awards will honor the OTT industry, while on March 9, the grand IIFA Awards will take place, hosted by Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan. With Jaipur’s…
The Pinnacle of Humanity: The Philosophy of Prince Karim Aga Khan’s Life and His Journey of Spiritual Enlightenment By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada If the philosophy of life is linked to human welfare and well-being, history presents us with a few remarkable individuals who dedicated their lives beyond personal gains for the betterment of others. Among these extraordinary figures stands Prince Karim Aga Khan, a beacon of light for humanity. But have we lived our lives with purpose? This is a question that every individual should ask themselves: • How much of our time have we dedicated to helping others?…
In a historic move, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has allowed the initiation of clinical trials for pig kidney transplants in humans. According to HealthDay, the FDA has granted approval for the first-ever clinical trials testing pig kidney transplants in patients with kidney failure. The administration has given the green light to two biotechnology companies, United Therapeutics Corporation and eGenesis, to begin their studies. Mike Curtis, president and CEO of eGenesis, told The New York Times, “We are entering a transformative era in organ transplantation.” eGenesis said, “The study will evaluate patients with kidney failure who are listed…
