10 h. ago PM to attend Victory Day celebrations during visit to Azerbaijan on Nov 8

Premier Shehbaz to attend Azerbaijan’s national celebrations marking liberation of Nagorno-Karabakh, victory over Armenia Turkish President Erdoğan will also attend celebrations, high-level talks to focus on energy, trade, and defence cooperation   ISLAMABAD: Preparations are in full swing for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s upcoming one-day visit to Azerbaijan on November 8, where he will attend […]

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15 h. ago Indian Sikh pilgrims cross into Pakistan after conflict closure

Pakistan welcomed the first group of Indian Sikh pilgrims on Tuesday at the Wagah-Attari border, marking the first major crossing since deadly clashes between the two neighbours in May. More than 2,100 pilgrims were granted special visas to attend a 10-day celebration commemorating the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the revered founder of Sikhism. […]

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17 h. ago Buckingham Palace to host exhibition celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s iconic style

LONDON – Buckingham Palace is set to celebrate the late Queen Elizabeth II’s fashion legacy with an unprecedented exhibition highlighting her timeless style and its impact on British culture. Titled “Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style,” the exhibition will feature around 200 items from the monarch’s wardrobe, half of which have never been displayed […]

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38 h. ago UAE enforces tough penalties for flag insults ahead of national day

  As the United Arab Emirates celebrates Flag Day today, authorities have reminded residents that disrespecting the national flag is a serious criminal offense with severe penalties. Any misuse, including displaying the flag on cakes, decorations, or promotional items, can lead to imprisonment of up to 25 years and fines reaching Dh500,000 (around Rs37.8 million). […]

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42 h. ago 12th death anniversary of legendary folk singer Reshma observed today

LAHORE – The 12th death anniversary of Pakistan’s iconic folk singer Reshma, affectionately known as the “Nightingale of the Desert,” is being observed today (Monday). Born around 1947 in Bikaner, Rajasthan (India) to a Banjara family, Reshma’s extraordinary musical journey began when she was discovered singing at the shrine of Lal Shahbaz Qalandar. Her first […]

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45 h. ago NASA considers dropping SpaceX from Artemis III moon mission

WASHINGTON – NASA is urgently exploring backup options for its Artemis III moon landing mission, as delays in SpaceX’s Starship development threaten the agency’s goal of returning astronauts to the lunar surface by 2026. Acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy announced that the agency may move away from SpaceX — its primary partner under a $2.9 […]

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45 h. ago Meghan faces backlash over “Staged” dodgers celebration video

LOS ANGELES – Meghan Markle has drawn widespread criticism online after a video surfaced showing her celebrating the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. The clip, shared by Markle’s friend Kelly McKee Zajfen, captured the Duchess of Sussex jumping and cheering in excitement, while Prince Harry — reportedly a Blue […]

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46 h. ago Reese reveals special plans for her 50th birthday trip to Europe

Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon has unveiled her exciting plans for her upcoming 50th birthday, which she will celebrate on March 22, 2025. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, the Legally Blonde actress shared that she plans to mark the milestone with a European getaway alongside her youngest son, Tennessee James Toth, 13, whom she shares […]

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46 h. ago John Mayer and Kat Stickler spark rumors after NYC dinner date

Singer John Mayer and TikTok influencer Kat Stickler have fueled dating rumors after being seen together on another dinner outing in New York City. The Your Body Is a Wonderland musician was spotted dining with Kat at Torrisi restaurant in the Nolita neighborhood over the weekend, according to celebrity gossip account Deuxmoi, where multiple eyewitnesses […]

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56 h. ago Islamabad glows with colour as preparations for Lok Mela reach peak

Islamabad is once again set to dazzle with the colors, sounds and spirit of Pakistan’s cultural diversity as Lok Virsa transforms into a vibrant hub of creativity and celebration. Under the clear autumn skies, the sprawling grounds bustle with artisans giving final touches to their stalls, musicians tuning their instruments, and the scent of traditional […]

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58 h. ago Nicki Minaj celebrates UN invitation, voices support for Nigerians

Rapper Nicki Minaj has never been shy about stepping outside music headlines and her latest move proves it. The Pink Friday 2 star has reportedly been invited to speak at the United Nations, a first for the Grammy-nominated artist. The 42-year-old shared the news in true Nicki Minaj style – playful, proud and impossible to […]

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58 h. ago Minal Khan shares sweet peeks from son Hasan’s second birthday celebration

Minal Khan’s son has turned two and she couldn’t be more emotional about it. On Saturday, November 1, the Jalan actress took to her Instagram handle to share glimpses into son Hassan’s low-key birthday celebration. In the video, Minal Khan and her husband Ahsan Mohsin Ikram could be seen celebrating Hassan’s birthday in their lounge, […]

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60 h. ago GB leaders demand autonomy over own resources, rights on par with provinces

At event marking GB’s 78th Independence Day, Hafeezur Rehman says region deprived of constitutional powers Seeks 18th Amendment-style powers for GB, criticizing Rs88b non-development vs Rs16b development spending PPP leaders say GB’s rights issue tied to Pakistan’s own independence struggle ISLAMABAD: Former Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and PML-N provincial president Hafiz Hafeez ur Rehman […]

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63 h. ago Tragic fire at Mexico store claims 23 lives, including children

  A festive weekend in northwestern Mexico turned into a national tragedy when a massive fire broke out at a discount store in Hermosillo, Sonora, killing at least 23 people and injuring a dozen others. The blaze erupted on Saturday as families gathered to celebrate the Day of the Dead, one of Mexico’s most cherished […]

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67 h. ago Tanveer Naqvi: Legendary lyricist who gave timeless songs to cinema

LAHORE – Tanveer Naqvi, remembered as one of Pakistan’s greatest film lyricists and ghazal poets, composed numerous evergreen songs that continue to resonate across generations. Born Syed Khurshid Ali, he adopted the pen name Tanveer Naqvi and rose to fame in the golden era of South Asian cinema. His lyrical genius graced many iconic films, […]

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2 d. ago Real reason for Prince William’s hatred towards Andrew Mountbatten revealed in latest tell

A new royal biography claims Prince William’s long-running animosity toward his uncle, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, stems from an undisclosed “rude” comment Andrew allegedly made about the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton. In The Rise and Fall of the Yorks, author Andrew Lownie writes that the Prince of Wales fully backed King Charles III’s decision to […]

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2 d. ago Special train departs Larkana for Nankana Sahib to mark Guru Nanak’s 556th birth anniversary

LARKANA — Amid a festive atmosphere, a special train carrying hundreds of devotees departed from Larkana on Saturday for Nankana Sahib to participate in the 556th birth anniversary celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak. Men, women, and children from Larkana and Qambar-Shahdadkot districts gathered at the railway station to board the train. Hindu Panchayat Chairman Harish […]

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3 d. ago Special wards to be set up for Sikh pilgrims in Lahore, Faisalabad hospitals

Punjab Health Minister and Chairman Cabinet Committee on Law and Order Khawaja Salman Rafique has announced that special wards will be established in hospitals in Lahore and Faisalabad to facilitate Sikh pilgrims arriving for the birthday celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He made this announcement while chairing a joint meeting with Punjab Minister […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan urges UNHCR to address ‘oppression’ in IIOJK, sparking clash

Reaffirming its unwavering support for the UN Human Rights Council, Pakistan has called on the 47-member body to exert its prevention decree proactively to uphold international law and protect the rights of all occupied and oppressed peoples without discrimination, including in Palestine and Jammu and Kashmir. Noting that the Geneva-based Council covers both long-standing crises […]

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3 d. ago US delegation explores Pakistan’s critical minerals potential

ISLAMABAD: A high-level US delegation met with Pakistani officials in Islamabad on Friday to discuss cooperation in the minerals and mining sector, aiming to establish secure and transparent critical mineral supply chains for American industry. Read More: Pakistan’s Minerals: The New Geopolitical Bargaining Chip The delegation, led by Robert Louis Strayer II, president of the […]

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