Taliban delegation lands in Ankara for talks with Turkish officials
Afghan Foreign Ministry spokesman Abdul Qahar Balkhi said on Twitter on Thursday that acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and other ministers would meet “senior Turkish officials” to discuss “issues of mutual interest”, including aid, migration, air transport, and trade.
Situation in Afghanistan is not easy: Putin
During a video conference with security service chiefs of ex-Soviet states, the Russian president has expressed that the situation in Afghanistan is not easy. Militants from Iraq, Syria with experience in military operations are actively being drawn to Afghanistan.
“I was used as a pawn” – Jemima Khan on her marriage with PM Khan
In a hard-hitting interview, Jemima Khan recalls how she was used as a pawn to undermine PM Imran Khan when she was married to him. On another note, Jemima Khan also reflected on how young she was when she married PM Khan.
Foes sabotaging cricket revival in Pakistan but we will not bow down!
Observers in Pakistan maintain that the attitude of New Zealand and England, pulling out of their tours to the Asian nation, will go a long way in creating a spirit within the ranks of the Pakistan team. For Ramiz Raja, the newly appointed chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, it has been baptism by fire.
Tesla under scrutiny amid safety concerns over assisted driving features
As part of a preliminary probe opened after a series of accidents with emergency vehicles, the regulator on Tuesday ordered Elon Musk's electric car company to provide information about confidentiality agreements with drivers who have been testing a new feature since October 2020.
Pakistani peacekeepers save Sudanese city from floods
Braving swampy soil and snake-infested waters, Pakistani army engineers helped save the city of Bentiu from being submerged by floodwaters by completing more than 4 kilometers of dykes in record time following an urgent request for help.
India’s economy shut as energy crisis becomes Modi’s worst nightmare
The shortage comes as India increased its economic activity after the pandemic drove up demand for coal. As a result, the coal supply witnessed a shortage, leading to a decline in output because many states are facing power outages of up to 14 hours.
Why the world’s quest for justice is in jeopardy?
The International Criminal Court, established in 2002, seeks to hold to account those guilty of some of the world’s worst crimes. Champions of the court say it deters would-be war criminals, bolsters the rule of law, and offers justice to victims of atrocities.
Iran tests anti-missile defences amid US-Israel warnings over nuclear program
The exercises, which began on Tuesday, combined the army's "Majid" defense system with the "Dezful" system of the elite Revolutionary Guard Corps to destroy incoming cruise missiles. The tests come after Israeli and US warnings over Iran's nuclear program.
Shahid Afridi believes Pakistan can win a second T20 World Cup
According to Shahid Afridi, the current Pakistan team is very talented although they lack experienced players. However, the team should not be underestimated and the nation should summon the spirit of 2009 and win a second T20 World Cup!
Islamic Sharia prohibits forced conversion and marriages: Ashrafi
Special Representative to the Prime Minister on Religious Harmony and the Middle East Hafiz Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi said there is no concept of forced marriages or conversion in Islam. He also said tribal traditions must not be portrayed as Islamic traditions.
Pakistan will ‘never be up for sale’ as PM Khan set a new paradigm: NSA
Dr Yusuf said for the past 20 years, there was an unwinnable war that “some wanted Pakistan to win for them, which was simply an unrealistic goal”. He mentioned that in past, decisions had been made without taking the public on board, which ultimately “backfired”.
