The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a new system called ‘Eye’ to issue easier and faster work permits. Officials claim that this new system is specifically designed to make it quick and simple to issue work permits, also known as residency permits for labour or employment. The new system has been developed with the...
US President Donald Trump stated that he wants Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords, which will normalise diplomatic relations between Israel and some Arab states, and that he expects the agreement to be expanded soon. “I hope Saudi Arabia joins, and I hope others join as well. In an interview that aired on Fox...
DHAKA: As part of her trial for crimes against humanity, Bangladeshi prosecution lawyers urged on Thursday that Sheikh Hasina, the former prime minister who is currently on the run, be given the death penalty. Hasina is accused of organizing a violent crackdown in an unsuccessful attempt to put down a student-led rebellion, but she has...
Auckland: For most people, introducing themselves takes just a few seconds — but for Laurence Watkins, it’s a 20-minute ordeal. That’s because his full name contains a staggering 2,253 words, making him the person with the longest name in the world, officially recognized by the Guinness World Records. Watkins, 60, a retired security guard from...
India has reportedly reduced its oil imports from Russia by 50 percent following intense pressure and heavy tariffs imposed by the United States. According to White House officials quoted by the British news agency Reuters, trade discussions between the US and India have been “constructive and productive,” leading to a significant cut in Russian oil...
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that the Afghan Taliban attacked Pakistan at the behest of India, and the Pakistan Army, led by Field Marshal Asim Munir, gave a befitting reply. Speaking to the federal cabinet, the prime minister claimed that the Afghan Taliban had requested a 48-hour ceasefire. It is now the Afghan Taliban’s...
After a ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan was announced, Iranian President Massoud Peshkeshian called for negotiations. Speaking at the meeting, Iranian President Masoud Peshkeshian discussed Iran’s stance on tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan. On this occasion, President Masoud Peshkeshian reportedly stated that Muslim nations oppose war and separation and that insecurity stems from Muslim adversaries...
Pakistani actress Hania Aamir has been named UN Women Pakistan’s National Goodwill Ambassador. Hania Amir, in her post, called it “more than just a title.” She is among the most followed Pakistani celebrities, with 19 million followers on Instagram. She has entered a prestigious list of goodwill ambassadors, with three others holding the title from...
Washington: US President Donald Trump once again recalled the downing of seven Indian aircraft by Pakistan during heightened Indo-Pak tensions, while also criticizing the Modi government’s foreign policy decisions. Speaking to the media in the Oval Office, Trump said he has helped prevent eight wars during his tenure, claiming that India and Pakistan were once...
Islamabad: Pakistan has agreed to observe a 48-hour ceasefire following a request from the Afghan Taliban regime. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the temporary ceasefire began at 6 p.m. on Wednesday and will remain in effect for the next 48 hours. The ministry said the request was made by the Afghan Taliban authorities....