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Tuesday, January 27, 2026

MBS attempts for softer Saudi image, decades after 9/11

Fifteen Saudis were among the 19 hijackers in the plane attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, which left nearly 3,000 dead and were plotted by Saudi-born Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden.

Footage of Geelani’s funeral rites “un-Islamic”, spurs anger

The Kashmiri people have condemned Indian police action of sharing footage of Geelani's funeral rites and claimed that it was a violation of the sanctity of the dead body and this un-Islamic act has hurt Muslims sentiments.

No one can dictate Iran’s nuclear program: Iran’s IAEA envoy

Iran's IAEA envoy, in response to IAEA critical report on Iran's nuclear program asserted that the country's nuclear activities are under the safeguards of IAEA monitoring while Israel stands free from any IAEA inspection.

SNC books under criticism for supporting gender inequality for women

The content of the textbooks designed for the students has been in the crosshairs as netizens argued that the course highlight women performing traditional roles. The book does not support a progressive outlook regarding women.

Is KIA’s Rio going to be revolution of hatchback in Pakistan?

South Korean manufacturer KIA is to introduce its 2021 Rio in Pakistan in January 2022. The sporty hatchback is going to give tough competition to the rest of the companies in Pakistan and remains an inexpensive, value-driven small car that gets you from point A to point B without complaint.

US return to Afghanistan is likely; US Sen Graham

US Sen Graham claims that US return to Afghanistan is likely as they fear that the chaotic situation there will pave the way for more violence. However, considering US general opinion about war in Afghanistan, this statement might not get much approval.

New Afghan government members having dark record, US concerns

US raised concerns that two new Afghan government members have dark track record and claim that Taliban are yet to be judged by their actions.

Maryam Nawaz suddenly changes her lawyer for Avenfield case?

Maryam Nawaz is appointing a new lawyer to represent her in the Avenfield reference as her current lawyer contracted Covid. After hearing her arguments, the IHC allowed Maryam to appoint a new lawyer and adjourned the hearing until September 23.

Toyota to invest $100mn in Hybrid Electric Vehicles in Pakistan

In a huge step towards the modernization and promotion of electric vehicles in Pakistan, Indus Motor Company Limited (IMC) has announced an investment of US dollar 100 million over the next 3 years in the local production of Hybrid Electric Vehicles in Pakistan.

France tightens security as Paris attack jihadist put on trial

Some 130 people were killed and hundreds wounded when gunmen with suicide vests attacked six bars and restaurants

Beijing is ready to communicate with the new Afghan govt: Chinese spokesman

Wang also expressed hope that war-wracked Afghanistan can build a “broad and inclusive political structure” that is capable of moderate and stable domestic and foreign policy.

Secy Blinken to consult partners as Taliban form Afghan government

Blinken has said Washington will work with allies to exert diplomatic and economic leverage in Afghanistan even after the end of America's longest war.
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