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News Desk JERUSALEM: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India stands “firmly” with Israel during his address to lawmakers in Jerusalem. The remarks came during the high-profile Modi Israel visit aimed at strengthening trade and defence ties. Addressing the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, Narendra Modi expressed solidarity with Israel following the October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas. He conveyed condolences on behalf of the Indian people for lives lost in the assault. “We feel your pain, we share your grief. India stands with Israel firmly with full conviction in this moment and beyond,” Modi said in his speech. During his…

News Desk ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has moved the Supreme Court seeking urgent relief for Imran Khan medical treatment, demanding his transfer to hospital for specialised eye care. The party says the jailed former prime minister’s eyesight is deteriorating and access to his personal doctors is being denied. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has approached the Supreme Court of Pakistan to seek immediate medical relief for its founder Imran Khan, who has been in jail for over two years. PTI leaders and Khan’s family members are raising concerns over his worsening eye condition and overall health. According to the petition, Khan,…

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has warned that any use of nuclear weapons would have severe consequences, signaling continued escalation amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. He accused Kyiv of threatening Russian energy infrastructure and undermining peace efforts. News DeskMOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia’s adversaries fully understand the consequences of deploying nuclear weapons, remarks likely to heighten tensions amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking at a meeting of Russia’s foreign intelligence service, the SVR, Putin said opponents were aware of what would follow any use of the “nuclear element,” framing his comments as both a warning and…

England secured a thrilling two-wicket win over Pakistan to become the first team to reach the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals. Harry Brook’s unbeaten century guided the Two Lions to victory at Pallekele in Kandy. By News DeskKANDY: England booked their spot in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals after a dramatic two-wicket victory over Pakistan in a Super Eight match at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. The win, England’s second consecutive in the Super Eights, made them the first team to secure a semi-final berth in the 20-team tournament and reinforced their lead…

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged Qatari investors to explore business opportunities in Pakistan across infrastructure, energy, agriculture, technology, and export-oriented sectors. The appeal highlights Pakistan’s drive to attract private-sector investment and strengthen bilateral economic ties. News DeskDOHA: Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, welcomed a delegation from the Qatar Businessmen Association (QBA), led by Chairman Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, and encouraged Qatari businessmen to explore opportunities in sectors including infrastructure, logistics, energy, agriculture, technology, and export-oriented manufacturing. Speaking in Doha, Sharif praised the QBA’s role in promoting commercial and economic collaboration between the two countries. Sharif outlined…

News Desk BEIJING: President Asif Ali Zardari’s recent statement underscores Pakistan’s firm resolve to combat cross-border terrorism, said Prof Cheng Xizhong, senior research fellow at the Charhar Institute, a Beijing-based non-governmental think-tank on diplomacy and international studies. Prof Cheng noted that the president’s emphasis on Pakistan’s inherent right to self-defence resonates deeply, given the country’s long-standing exposure to terrorist attacks originating from Afghan soil. He described President Zardari’s reference to the UN Security Council report as particularly significant, providing international validation for Pakistan’s position. The report, Prof Cheng Xizhong said, confirms that numerous terrorist organizations operate freely in Afghanistan, highlighting…

News Desk KARACHI: Farooq Sattar, a senior leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), expressed reservations about the manner in which the judicial commission investigating the Gul Plaza building has been conducting its proceedings, saying he was withholding his final opinion on the process. Speaking to reporters in the premises of the Sindh high court in Karachi, Sattar said his party had appeared to assist the court and had submitted documents that, he claimed, clearly identified irregularities in the construction of the building. He said a case had previously been registered against officials of the Sindh Building Control Authority over…

News Desk AHMEDABAD: South Africa’s disciplined bowling, underpinned by David Miller’s blistering half-century, dismantled India by 76 runs in a Super Eight encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. The defeat ended India’s 13-match unbeaten streak in T20 World Cups, dating back to their semi-final loss to England in 2022, and was their first setback in 18 ICC tournament matches, the last being the 2023 World Cup final against Australia at the same venue. Asked to chase 188, India never gained momentum, being bowled out for 111 in 18.5 overs. Shivam…

News Desk PARIS: Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned on Sunday that the country would strike back at US interests in the Middle East if attacked, but he also signalled that a diplomatic solution remained possible. Speaking to US broadcaster CBS, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said new talks on the details of a deal were expected “probably” on Thursday. The comments came as Washington carried out a major redeployment of military assets to the region, stoking fears of renewed conflict. US threats of military action have intensified since nationwide protests in Iran prompted a crackdown that rights groups say killed…

News Desk DHAKA: The envoys of China, India and Pakistan called on Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman at the Foreign Ministry on Sunday, signaling an early consolidation of ties following recent general election. The diplomats congratulated Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for steering the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) to what they described as a decisive mandate, characterizing the polls as among the freest and fairest in the country’s history. They also conveyed formal felicitations to Dr Rahman on his assumption of office, in meetings that blended ceremony with strategic calculation. China’s ambassador, Yao Wen, reiterated Beijing’s firm backing for the…