Referendum to decide creation of new provinces
Experts believe interior minister may be referring to a referendum as a means of ascertaining…
Referendum to decide creation of new provinces
Experts believe interior minister may be referring to a referendum as a means of ascertaining public opinion ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s remarks that the creation of new provinces or administrative units could ultimately be decided through public opinion have triggered a debate over whether a referendum can constitutionally be used to create new provinces….
Uproar as CM Maryam’s ‘chauvinistic’ remarks cause controversy over provincial divide
Demands arise that CM Maryam withdraw remarks insulting provinces that have borne the brunt of terrorism Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. SCREENGRAB Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz came under fire on Saturday after her remarks that Punjab faced a greater security threat from other provinces than neighbouring countries triggered widespread criticism and concerns over the widening…
Pakistan conquer China in AHF Junior Asia Cup
Pakistan’s junior hockey team conquered hosts China 4-2 in their crucial game of the AHF Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2026, with Hamza Fayyaz scoring a fine brace in the fast-paced show in Moqi, China, on Saturday. Pakistan made an aggressive start and took control through goals from Fayyaz, Nadeem Khan and Abdul Sami. Fayyaz struck…
UN agrees text on lethal autonomous weapons
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen said 128 countries agreed to the deal after talks led by the Netherlands Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen announced the agreement, by 128 countries, on Saturday. The Netherlands has been overseeing the talks. PHOTO: Tom Berendsen X Nearly 130 countries on Saturday agreed on a text defining lethal autonomous weapons…
Brian Lara calls for dignified medical care for Imran Khan
West Indies great batter says World Cup-winning captain deserves medical care with compassion and dignity Legendary West Indies batting great Brian Lara on Saturday joined a group of cricketers expressing support for Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and calling for proper and independent medical care for the former Pakistan captain. In a post on…
England down Pakistan in Youth Test
Qadir’s splendid 80 goes in vain as hosts seal a ten-run win over the visitors in a tense four-day Under-19 clash Pakistan Under-19 came within touching distance of a remarkable victory before England held their nerve to seal a 10-run win in a thrilling four-day Youth Test at Arundel Castle Cricket Club Ground on Saturday….
India’s TCS unit to invest up to $7.4 billion in AI data center campus
The facility is aimed at AI companies and hyperscalers, supporting high-density GPU deployments for AI training A man walks past a logo of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) before a press conference announcing the company’s quarterly results in Mumbai, India, January 11, 2024. REUTERS A subsidiary of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and its partners will invest up…
Field Marshal Munir reaffirms peace, prosperity of Balochistan central to state’s efforts
Says secure environment will facilitate development initiatives, improve prospects for people of Balochistan Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir receives a briefing on the prevailing security environment and operational preparedness during his visit to Quetta Garrison on Saturday. Photo: ISPR Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Saturday…
Charani stars in India’s huge win over Pakistan
Left-arm spinner captures 3-7 to fold Pakistan for 55; India reach target in 8.4 overs in Women’s Asia Cup India Women demolished Pakistan by seven wickets in their Group A match of the Women’s Asia Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium thanks to Shree Charani’s devastating spell. Charani returned figures of 3-7 from four…
Assailants kill three guards on tribal leader’s property in Balochistan
Police said attackers opened fire on guards before abducting Nadir Khan and Bashir Khan QUETTA: Three security guards working at the agricultural property of tribal leader Sardar Akbar Khan Nasar were killed, while two others were allegedly abducted after unidentified gunmen launched an attack in Dukki, Balochistan. Police said the armed assailants opened fire on…
