China to send its first civilian astronaut into space
China will send its first civilian astronaut into space as part of a crewed mission to the Tiangong space station on Tuesday, according to officials. Gui Haichao, a payload expert, would take.
Babar Azam set to embark on Hajj journey
Lahore: Pakistan’s cricket team captain, Babar Azam, is preparing to undertake the holy pilgrimage of Hajj this year, according to media reports. The skipper will join thousands of fellow Pakistanis on this.
PTI’s Shakeel Shahid, confidants desert Khan
Faisalabad: The process of parting ways with the party of former prime minister Imran Khan continued as more leaders from Faisalabad decided to bid farewell to the embattled party. Addressing the press.
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez announces early elections
Pedro Sanchez, Spain’s prime minister, called an early general election for July 23 after his party suffered a significant setback in local and regional polls. In a televised address to the nation.
SC adjourns hearing of ECP review plea
Islamabad: The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Monday adjourned for an indefinite period the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) review petition on its April 4 order to hold elections in Punjab on.
British army chief arrives in Pakistan
Islamabad: British Army Chief of General Staff (CGS) Gen Patrick Sanders arrived in Pakistan on a five-day visit today (Monday). The visit is taking place under the long-standing defense agreement between Pakistan.
Khan hits back at Rana Sanaullah
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on Sunday called out Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah for trying to “cover up” the ill-treatment of party workers, especially women, currently under custody. “If there were.
Khawaja Asif sees Khan’s ‘mistakes’ behind PTI exodus
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said that those who could not bear the burden of party chairman Imran Khan’s “mistakes” were bidding adieu to the former ruling party. Berating the former premier, Asif.
Jill Biden to attend Jordan royal wedding
First lady Jill Biden would attend the Jordan royal wedding as part of an upcoming trip to the Middle East, North Africa and Europe, the Associated Press reported. It would be.
UAE space agency to show devastation by climate change
It emerged that the UAE Space Agency was to harness satellite data to map out a trail of destruction caused by extreme weather events around the globe. It would develop early warning.
Indian police drag away protesting wrestlers
Several of India’s top wrestlers, including Olympic medallists Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik, were detained while trying to march to the new parliament building in New Delhi. The move came as they.
Wheat production thrives in Europe
As extreme weather wreaks havoc on crops in the Americas and North Africa, Europe’s breadbasket is thriving. The ample wheat harvests would keep global food costs under control, experts said. “It’s still.
Three casualties in New Mexico motorcycle rally shooting
Three people were killed and five injured in a mass shooting at an annual motorcycle rally in a town in the US state of New Mexico, its mayor said on Sunday. The.
Iran, Afghanistan face off over sharing Helmand waters
The Taliban authorities in Afghanistan faced mounting pressure from Iran after lethal clashes on the border between the two sides. The skirmishes reportedly led to the deaths of two Iranian border guards.
Somalia to introduce direct elections from next year
Somalia will start electing its president and other officials by direct vote next year, the government announced on Sunday. The move would end a system of indirect voting in the Horn of.
US, GCC navies begin joint military exercises
The US began joint military exercises with Saudi Arabia and other countries from the Gulf Co-operation Council on Sunday, according to a statement from US Central Command (Centcom), the US military’s headquarters.
Vote count begins in Turkish presidential elections
Turkey on Sunday night began the process of counting votes in the pivotal presidential ballot that would decide the country’s next head of state. Polls closed at 5pm local time, with counting.
Two casualties in Russian missile attack: Governor
Two people died after a Russian missile attack hit a clinic in Dnipro and wounded 23 others, the regional governor said. Serhiy Lysak said on Telegram that a 69-year-old man had been.
Russia summons US diplomats over Crimea comments
Russia summons US diplomats over Crimea comments
Russia’s foreign ministry summons senior US diplomats after it said comments made by White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan were “effectively endorsing strikes” on.
UN nuclear watchdog to brief UNSC on safety proposal
Rafael Grossi, head of the UN’s nuclear watchdog, would brief the United Nations Security Council on a proposal to safeguard the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The safety of Europe’s largest nuclear power.
US Secretary of State Blinken to visit Finland
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken would visit Finland next week and will deliver a speech championing Ukraine’s defence against Russia, the Department of State stated. During his speech, Blinken would “highlight.
Brazil’s Lula speaks to Putin about the war
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva stated that he spoke to his Russian counterpart President Vladimir Putin and reiterated his country’s willingness to talk to both sides. Lula also thanked Putin.
Russia’s Lavrov praises China’s “balanced position” in Ukraine war
Russia’s Lavrov expressed gratitude for China’s “balanced position” and willingness to play a positive role in a meeting with China’s Ukraine envoy. China’s Li Hui, who spent 10 years as ambassador to.
FM meets PM Shahbaz, discusses political situation
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari engaged in a high-level meeting with PM Shahbaz Sharif on Friday. The meeting, aimed to address the pressing political situation prevailing in the country. The gathering witnessed.
GCC reaffirms support for Yemeni peace initiatives
The Gulf Co-operation Council reaffirmed its support for Yemeni peace initiatives aimed at ending the prolonged war. The comments came as Yemen’s Foreign Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak met GCC Secretary General Jassem.
Murad Raas quits PTI
Lahore: PTI leader Murad Raas on Friday announced quitting the party as well as forming a group of like-minded people. Addressing a presser with Pir Ahmad Khagga, Raja Yawar Kamal and Chaudhry.
UN drive raises funds to combat Horn of Africa drought
A UN donor conference to help fund aid operations for drought stricken Horn of Africa raised about $1 billion – far below the $7 billion the world body was seeking. The UN.
German police investigate Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters
German police opened an investigation into Roger Waters after the former Pink Floyd leader appeared on stage in Berlin this month wearing a Nazi-esque uniform. “The context of the clothing worn is.
Iran frees Belgian aid worker
Belgian aid worker Olivier Vandecasteele came home on Friday after spending nearly 15 months in detention in Iran. Belgium’s Prime Minister Alexander De Croo tweeted a picture of Mr. Vandecasteele, 42, in.
German climate activists return to streets
German climate activists returned to the streets and reported a surge in public donations despite having their bank accounts shut down amid a police crackdown. Demonstrators marched through Stuttgart with signs saying.