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The first phase of the Azad Kashmir elections has offered a revealing picture of the region’s evolving political landscape, where intense competition between major parties has been accompanied by familiar concerns over electoral conduct, public confidence and the responsibility of political actors. The preliminary results, showing the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) emerging with nine seats and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) securing four, suggest that neither political dominance nor a one-sided contest defined the opening stage of the polls. Instead, the election reflected a closely fought battle in which every constituency carried political significance. The election was contested by 296…
By Syeda Sonia Imran A city’s emergency response system is measured not by the number of projects it launches but by how effectively it protects human life when every second matters. This is why the introduction of a cycle ambulance service in Karachi has triggered a wider debate about the direction of public healthcare planning in Pakistan’s largest city. The initiative, inaugurated by Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, may have been designed with the intention of improving access to emergency assistance in congested areas and narrow streets where larger vehicles face difficulties. However, the announcement has also raised an important question:…
By Dr. Zawwar Hussain Energy corridors have long shaped the rise and fall of economies, influencing the movement of resources, the growth of industries and the balance of geopolitical power. From ancient trade routes that connected distant civilizations to modern networks of pipelines, ports and digital infrastructure, geography has always determined how nations exchange wealth and build influence. The proposed Nigeria–Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline represents the latest chapter in this long history of connectivity, with the potential to reshape Africa’s energy landscape and create a new bridge between African resources and European markets. The endorsement of the offshore pipeline initiative…
By Pir Ghulam Nabi Shah Jillani The recent diplomatic engagements of Pakistan’s leadership with both China and the United States highlight a familiar but increasingly important challenge: how to maintain strategic relationships with competing global powers while ensuring that national interests remain at the center of foreign policy. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s meeting with Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong focused on the evolving regional situation, including developments in the Middle East, Afghanistan and South Asia. The prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its strategic cooperative partnership with China, stressing that both countries would continue working together to implement…
bh For your previous story, the correct format would be: Iran Launches Missile Attack on US Bases for First Time Since Ceasefire, US Says Missiles Intercepted WASHINGTON/AMMAN: Iran has launched missile strikes targeting US military bases for the first time since the second ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump, according to US military officials. The US military said multiple ballistic missiles were fired from Iranian territory and were successfully intercepted before reaching their intended targets. Officials stated that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched the missiles at American military installations in the Middle East. US media reported that one…
News Desk WASHINGTON: Global crude oil prices climbed by more than $2 per barrel in the latest trading session, reversing losses recorded a day earlier as a decline in US crude inventories renewed concerns over tightening supply. According to a Reuters report, oil prices had eased in the previous session following a temporary reduction in tensions between Washington and Tehran. However, the market rebounded after fresh data showed a drawdown in US crude stockpiles, supporting expectations of stronger demand and tighter global supplies. Brent crude futures rose by $2.71, or 3.2%, to $86.80 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate…
By Akhlaque Ahmad Chandio KAMBER: The Kamber-Shahdadkot district administration has intensified preparations for the monsoon season, with Deputy Commissioner Kamran Hussain Mushtaq inspecting ongoing flood protection works to assess the district’s readiness for potential flooding. The inspection covered the stretch from Katchi Pul to Gaibi Dero, where the deputy commissioner reviewed protective embankments and other flood mitigation measures alongside the Executive Engineer (XEN) of the Irrigation Department’s Gaj Division and other senior officials. During the visit, officials briefed the deputy commissioner on the progress of ongoing flood protection schemes and the measures being taken to reinforce vulnerable locations ahead of…
Reports that Iran has informed Pakistan of its willingness to resume negotiations with the United States offer a rare but encouraging sign at a time when the Middle East has endured months of uncertainty, military escalation and diplomatic deadlock. Although the reports have yet to be formally confirmed by all parties, they suggest that quiet diplomacy may finally be creating an opening for dialogue after a prolonged period in which confrontation appeared to dominate regional affairs. If these developments materialize into formal negotiations, they could mark one of the most significant diplomatic breakthroughs in the region in recent years. The…
By Uzma Ehtasham The latest spell of monsoon rains has once again laid bare Pakistan’s enduring vulnerability to natural disasters. In a single day, at least 19 people lost their lives after roofs collapsed and electrocution incidents were reported in different parts of the country. During the past week, the death toll climbed to 97, while more than 200 people were injured. Entire villages have been submerged, thousands of families have been displaced, homes have crumbled under relentless rain, and livestock, often the only source of income for rural households, has been swept away. These are not isolated incidents or…