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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf announces “Release Force” to campaign for jailed leader

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has launched an “Imran Khan Release Force” to campaign for the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan, citing legal and medical concerns.

OpenAI to build India data centre infrastructure with IT giant TCS

US ChatGPT maker OpenAI and Indian IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced Thursday a plan to build data centre infrastructure in the South Asian country currently hosting a major artificial intelligence summit.

Pakistan compensates families of victims in mosque suicide attack

Pakistan is paying compensation totalling more than $700,000 to the families of 40 people killed in a suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad this month, the prime minister's office said on Thursday.

Palestinian journalists cite ‘systematic abuse’ in Israeli prisons: CPJ

Palestinian journalists held in Israeli prisons from October 2023 to January 2026 have suffered "systematic abuse," according to a Committee to Protect Journalists report published Thursday.

At least 16 killed after building collapses in Pakistan following blast

A building collapse caused by an explosion in Pakistan's southern megacity of Karachi killed at least 16 people on Thursday, including children, officials said.

US–Iran Tensions Escalate After Geneva Talks as Trump Signals Military Campaign

The United States has renewed threats of military action against Iran following inconclusive nuclear talks in Geneva. While diplomacy continues, Washington is reinforcing its military assets in the region as Tehran refuses to halt uranium enrichment or limit its missile program.

Punjab Government Faces Backlash Over Alleged $42 Million Gulfstream G500 Acquisition

The Government of Punjab is under intense social media scrutiny after reports surfaced of its alleged acquisition of a 2019 Gulfstream G500 business jet worth up to $42 million.

Trump Launches “Board of Peace” to Rebuild Gaza Amid Ceasefire Fragility

U.S. President Donald Trump convenes representatives from more than 40 countries for the inaugural meeting of his newly formed Board of Peace, aimed at rebuilding war-torn Gaza and establishing an international stabilization force.

Israeli police arrest Al-Aqsa Mosque imam ahead of Ramazan

Israeli police has arrested the imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque, Sheikh Mohammed al-Abbasi, from inside the mosque’s courtyards in occupied Jerusalem.

Israel to permit 10,000 Palestinian worshippers to Al-Aqsa in Ramadan

Israel announced it would allow 10,000 Palestinian worshippers to attend weekly prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in east Jerusalem during the holy month of Ramadan, which began Wednesday.

Ex-Wife Accuses Imad Wasim of Forcing Abortion Amid Remarriage News

Sania Ashfaq has accused former Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim of forcing her to undergo an abortion in 2023, allegations he has not publicly addressed.

Rana Sanaullah Says Two Attempts to Reach Deal With PTI Founder Failed

Rana Sanaullah says two major attempts to reach a political understanding with Imran Khan failed after initial agreement, citing a lack of willingness to compromise.

Global Cricket Legends Voice Concern Over Imran Khan’s Health in Custody

Former international cricket captains have appealed for improved medical care and humane prison conditions for Imran Khan, citing serious concerns about his health in custody.

Imran Khan’s sons seek visas to visit him in Pakistan

Khan's sons Kasim and Sulaiman, who are currently in London, urged the Pakistani government to grant them visas as they have not seen their father since November 2022.

Bangladesh’s new PM, political heir Tarique Rahman

Long overshadowed by his parents and heir to one of Bangladesh's most powerful political dynasties, the country's new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has finally stepped into the spotlight.

An Interview on Revolution, War, and the Iranian Dead End

Fatemeh Aman argues that history offers no reliable model where foreign military force reshapes a complex state like Iran without severe, unpredictable social damage.

Imad Wasim and Nyla Raja Face Social Media Backlash After Second Wedding Announcement

Imad Wasim has married social media influencer Nyla Raja months after his separation from Sannia Ashfaq, sparking intense backlash online

Iran Signals Economic Incentives in New Nuclear Talks as US Keeps Military Option on Table

Iran has indicated it is seeking a nuclear agreement with the United States that delivers swift economic benefits for both sides, ahead of a second round of talks in Geneva. Iranian officials suggested cooperation in oil, gas, mining, and aviation sectors could form part of a broader deal.

Netanyahu Demands Full Dismantling of Nuclear Program of Iran, Signals Shift From U.S. Aid to ‘Partnership’

Speaking at the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he told U.S. President Donald Trump that any agreement with Iran must dismantle its nuclear infrastructure—not merely halt uranium enrichment.

Shoaib Akhtar Slams PCB Leadership After India Defeat, Calls Chairman ‘Incompetent’

Following Pakistan’s heavy defeat to India in the T20 World Cup, former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar launched a scathing attack on the Pakistan Cricket Board, indirectly targeting chairman Mohsin Naqvi. He questioned the competence of the current leadership and criticized what he called the “superstar culture” surrounding Babar Azam.

Israeli cabinet approves West Bank land registration, Palestinians condemn ‘de-facto annexation’

Israel's government on Sunday approved a contentious plan to make it easier for Israeli settlers to purchase land in the occupied West Bank and further sideline Palestinian authorities.

Ex-Cricketers Slam Pakistan’s Batting Collapse After India Victory

Former cricketers and analysts criticized Pakistan’s batting collapse and called for urgent squad changes ahead of crucial matches.

Medical Team Reports Progress in Imran Khan’s Vision at Adiala Jail

Imran Khan’s eye condition has shown significant improvement, according to a five-member medical team that examined him at Adiala jail.

Murad Saeed Resigns from Senate, Calls for PTI Lawmakers to Step Down

Murad Saeed resigned from the Senate in protest, urging party lawmakers to quit legislative bodies amid escalating political tensions.

Rage against the machine

A critique of media influence and authoritarian tendencies that discourage critical thinking, suppress dissent, and keep citizens distracted rather than informed.

Silence of Imran Khan Fuels Speculation Over Possible Relief

Imran Khan’s prolonged silence and limited access to family and aides have fueled speculation about possible legal or political relief, though no confirmation has emerged.

Sit-In Continues Outside Parliament Over Imran Khan’s Eye Health Concerns

Opposition lawmakers led by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf staged a second-day sit-in in Islamabad, demanding urgent medical care for jailed former premier Imran Khan over worsening vision in his right eye.

Why Iran’s Subsidy Reform Keeps Stalling

In Iran, subsidy reform is economically necessary but politically perilous because cheap essentials underpin daily survival amid inflation and low trust.

Beijing vows action after CIA spy video targets Chinese military

China will take “all necessary measures” to fight infiltration and sabotage by foreign forces, the Foreign Ministry in Beijing has said, responding to a recent US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) recruitment ad targeting Chinese military personnel.

Indian man pleads guilty in murder-for-hire case of US-based Sikh separatist

An Indian citizen has pleaded guilty to plotting the murder of a US-based Sikh separatist, the US Office of the Southern District of New York said on Friday.