Halifax, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) __ The Qul (condolence reference) ceremony of the late President of Azad Jammu & Kashmir and renowned Kashmiri leader, Barrister Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry, was held at Jamia Masjid Madni, the central mosque of Halifax, United Kingdom. A large number of Pakistani and Kashmiri community members from across the UK attended the...
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IndiGo Crisis: Record Fine Imposed as Thousands of Flights Are Cancelled.
India's largest airline, IndiGo, faces a crisis following the imposition of its largest fine due to significant flight disruptions caused by poor pilot rostering. The investigation revealed inadequate planning and operational pressures led to nearly 4,500 flight cancellations, stranding passengers. IndiGo commits to corrective measures amidst concerns over regulatory oversight.
UK Moves Closer to Banning Social Media for Under-16s After House of Lords Approval.
The UK is closer to restricting social media access for under-16s after the House of Lords approved an amendment to the Schools Bill, requiring age-verification systems and a list of banned platforms within a year. Despite government resistance, the proposal gains support amid concerns about children's online safety and mental health.
Indian Sailors Detained in Iran: 16-Member Vessel Seized, New Delhi Demands Immediate Consular Access.
London, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) __ A serious diplomatic situation has emerged in Iran, where a 16-member Indian crew aboard an oil tanker has been detained by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). According to the Indian Embassy, the vessel MT Valiant Roar was intercepted and seized on December 8 near the UAE port of Dibba...
Protest Outside Iranian Embassy in London Leaves Four Hospitalised, Several Arrested.
London, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) — Four people were taken to hospital and several others arrested following a protest outside the Iranian Embassy in London, police have confirmed. According to the Metropolitan Police, during the demonstration one protester climbed onto the embassy roof via its balconies and removed the Iranian flag. The individual was subsequently detained...
NHS Approves New Prostate Cancer Drug, Offering Hope to Thousands.
London, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) — Thousands of men across the UK are set to benefit from a newly approved prostate cancer treatment after the National Health Service (NHS) granted funding for a breakthrough drug that can reduce the risk of death by up to 50 percent. Under the new decision, more than 7,000 additional men...
PIA Partners with Canadian and UK Rail Operators to Introduce Integrated Air–Rail Travel for Passengers.
Leeds, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) __ Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a strategic partnership with leading railway companies in Canada and the United Kingdom to further enhance travel convenience for its passengers. According to a PIA spokesperson, under this agreement passengers travelling to Toronto, London, and Manchester will now be able to continue their journey...
Bradford Mosque Hosts Spiritual Gathering on Isra and Mi‘raj and Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA).
Leeds, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) __ A spiritually uplifting programme was held at Jamia Masjid Al-Faiz, Bradford, on the themes of Isra and Mi‘raj of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the esteemed status of Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq (RA). Renowned religious scholars and naat reciters participated, while a large number of worshippers attended and benefitted...
British-Pakistani Brothers Complete Bicycle Pilgrimage from Makkah to Madinah.
Leeds, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) — Three British-Pakistani brothers have completed a long-distance bicycle journey from Makkah to Madinah, undertaking a demanding pilgrimage that tested their physical endurance and personal resolve. The brothers, sons of former Halifax Mayor Arshad Mahmood, travelled hundreds of kilometres across Saudi Arabia under challenging weather conditions, including extreme heat and long...
NASA Warns: Rising Temperatures Could Threaten Life on Earth.
Leeds, (Zahid Anwar Mirza) __ Scientists at the American space agency NASA have revealed in a recent study that rising global temperatures and increasing solar intensity could gradually lead to the depletion of carbon dioxide molecules in Earth’s atmosphere in the distant future. According to researchers, this process would be catastrophic for life on Earth,...









