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By Uzma Ehtasham In a landmark decision, Pakistan’s joint session of Parliament has approved three bills that had previously been returned by the President, most notably the Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Bill 2025. Both the National Assembly and the Senate had already passed these measures, but the President had expressed reservations before sending them back for reconsideration. The parliamentary approval marks a decisive step in formalizing legal protections against domestic abuse, yet it also raises important questions about legislative process and social readiness. The Domestic Violence Bill seeks to criminalize a wide range of abusive behaviors, extending beyond physical…

By our correspondentKARACHI: A fire broke out suddenly at a tissue paper factory operating inside a residential house in organisational UC-18 and municipal UC-07 of Block D, North Nazimabad Town. Upon receiving information about the incident, MQM Pakistan’s Haq Parast member of the Sindh Assembly, Kiran Masood Baji, reached the site along with fire brigade vehicles from Mujahid Colony and proceeded to the second location of the incident. Due to the timely response of the fire brigade staff, all human lives present inside the factory were saved. During rescue operations, it was discovered that an illegal call centre was operating…

By Atiq Raja The Israel–Palestine conflict has endured longer than most of the institutions meant to resolve it. Decades of diplomacy, resolutions, peace conferences, and international envoys have produced little more than a cycle of hope and frustration. Every few years, a new initiative promises a “final solution,” only to see history repeat itself. In this context, the idea of a “Board of Peace or Power,” linked to Donald Trump’s unconventional diplomacy, has sparked intense debate. Some view it as a bold attempt to break a deadlock; others see it as a dangerous circumvention of international law. The debate goes…

By S.M. Inam Two days of high‑level Russia–Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi concluded on a cautiously optimistic note, with participants describing a surprisingly respectful and constructive atmosphere. The sessions, mediated by the United States, offered a rare glimpse of genuine dialogue in a conflict that has otherwise been defined by months of entrenched hostilities and mounting international tension. According to the Emirates government, the negotiations involved direct engagement between Russian and Ukrainian representatives, a development officials described as a significant step in fostering trust. Discussions centered on a US-proposed peace framework designed to pave the way toward a sustainable resolution.…

By Uzma Ehtasham For decades, Pakistan has often been viewed in Indian discourse as little more than a neighboring state, a backdrop to New Delhi’s ambitions rather than a rival in its own right. Yet, recent commentary in Indian media suggests a subtle, if reluctant, acknowledgment: Pakistan is no longer merely a neighbor; it is a formidable contender. This recognition extends beyond the battlefield. It is strategic, diplomatic, and ideological. It reflects a growing unease in India over a country that can no longer be dismissed or contained by traditional posturing. Central to this perception is Field Marshal Syed Asim…

By Dr Abdul Samad At the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, held under the auspices of US President Donald Trump, a landmark agreement was signed by twenty nations, including Pakistan, the United States, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Indonesia. The Gaza Peace Board charter, formally endorsed at the gathering, was presented as a collective effort to end decades of violence and instability in the Palestinian territories. Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, was personally acknowledged by Trump as he approached to sign the agreement, with the two leaders exchanging cordial words and engaging in…

When the 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) emerged late on a Friday from the Pentagon, its release was notable less for pomp and much more for substance. In austere language and with minimal fanfare, the United States spelled out a seismic shift in its military priorities, a strategic pivot that will reverberate across continents and unsettled alliances. In essence, the United States is repositioning itself: the defence of its own territory and the deterrence of China have been elevated above expansive commitments to overseas partners, while long‑standing assumptions about threats, alliances and global roles have been upended. For decades, US…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi SAWABI: A couple from Swabi has been blessed with quintuplets at Bacha Khan Medical Complex, hospital authorities confirmed. The newborns include one boy and four girls. According to a hospital spokesperson, the babies are currently receiving treatment in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The NICU in-charge stated that the delivery and ongoing medical care are being provided under the health card scheme. Born prematurely, the quintuplets are receiving the best possible medical attention. The father expressed his joy over the simultaneous birth of five children and thanked Allah for this blessing. Hospital authorities and medical…