The captain of the Pakistan national hockey team, Imad Butt, declared that the squad is fully focused on the upcoming Pro Hockey League. He emphasised that preparation has been excellent and that the team is working hard to address previous weaknesses. Speaking to the media ahead of their departure to Argentina, Butt said tournaments like...
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to European leaders: if they choose war, “Russia is ready.” According to international media reports, Putin accused European governments of isolating themselves over the Ukraine conflict and undermining diplomatic efforts. He claimed that European attempts to sabotage any potential peace deals have threatened Russia’s national security...
Former US President Donald Trump argued that every time a war ends, the peacemaker deserves a Nobel Prize—and said he should have been awarded the honour already. He claimed that under his leadership, eight wars were halted and implied the ninth would be the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict once it ends. Trump added that although he...
Pakistan’s annual inflation rate eased slightly in November, falling to 6.1% from 6.2% in October, official data showed. Although the drop is modest, it keeps inflation within the finance ministry’s projected 5–6% band. On a month-on-month basis, the rate rose by just 0.4% after a sharp 1.8% jump in October. Despite lingering volatility, driven by...
The government of India has granted permission to Pakistan for humanitarian overflights through its airspace to deliver aid to Sri Lanka, which is reeling under devastating floods and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah. According to diplomatic sources, the approval came after an urgent request from Pakistan’s Foreign Office, clearing the path for Pakistani relief flights...
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris today to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine and renewed efforts for peace. During the meeting, Zelenskyy emphasised the urgent need for a sustainable ceasefire and global support to end the conflict quickly, making a powerful case for peace and reconstruction in Ukraine. According...
In a fresh government order, Section 144 has been imposed across Islamabad, banning all protests, public gatherings, rallies, and processions. The district administration issued a formal notification stating that any unauthorized assembly or event will be dealt with immediately under the law. The notice warns citizens not to engage in any form of public protest...
Starting December 1, Pakistan is likely to see a drop in petroleum prices as part of the fortnightly review. Petrol may fall by around Rs 3.70–Rs 4.30 per liter, while high-speed diesel (HSD) could decrease by Rs 4–Rs 6 per litre. This adjustment is being driven by a favourable shift in global oil markets and...
Massive floods and landslides triggered by torrential rains across Southeast Asia have left a devastating trail. In Thailand and Indonesia, officials say the death toll has soared past 400 as rescue and clean-up operations begin. In Indonesia’s Sumatra region, floodwaters and landslides destroyed homes and infrastructure, forcing evacuations and leaving many areas inaccessible to relief...
The government of Finland has announced plans to shut down its diplomatic mission in Pakistan—including the embassy in Islamabad—as part of a broader closure of embassies in multiple countries, including Afghanistan and Myanmar. According to Finland’s Foreign Ministry, the decision is driven by limited economic and trade ties, along with shifting priorities in foreign-policy strategy....