A small aircraft crashed near Drymen, close to Loch Lomond in Scotland, killing a 16-year-old boy and an 80-year-old man. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch is investigating the cause of the crash.
Uniform sermons: An attempt to bring Mosque Pulpits under state control.
A proposal by the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board to introduce common themes for Friday sermons has sparked debate over religious autonomy and government influence in Kashmir.
The controversy raises wider questions about freedom of religion, the independence of Muslim religious institutions, and the future of community control over mosques and shrines.
Journalist Matiullah Laid to Rest in Karachi; Funeral Prayers and Condolence Reference Held in Berlin
Journalist Matiullah was laid to rest in Karachi on October 16, as mourners gathered to pay their final respects. Earlier, funeral prayers and a condolence reference were held in Berlin, where members of the Pakistani community paid tribute to his journalistic and social services.
Weaponizing Water in South Asia: India’s Hydro-Coercive Strategy and the Indus Waters Treaty.
India’s river projects and the future of the Indus Waters Treaty have become major concerns in South Asian geopolitics. This analysis examines the implications for Pakistan’s water security, international law, and regional stability.
Ahsan Iqbal Unveils Strategy to Boost Pakistan’s Exports to $100 Billion Through Eight Key Sectors
Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal has unveiled a strategy to boost Pakistan’s exports to $100 billion through industrial clusters across eight key sectors. The plan focuses on global supply chain integration, stronger production capacity and sustainable employment opportunities.
A Nation in Tears: The Tragic Loss of Innocent School children in Peshawar.
Dr. Alamdar Hussain Malik expresses heartfelt condolences over the tragic loss of children and a teacher in the Peshawar school incident. He calls for transparent investigations, accountability, and comprehensive safety inspections of public and private schools across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
INTERPOL Operation Against Child Sexual Abuse Material Leads to 95 Arrests in 17 Countries
INTERPOL’s coordinated operation across 17 countries in Latin America and Europe resulted in 95 arrests, 127 search warrants and the rescue of one child. Investigations continue to identify additional offenders and children at risk.
GPCCI President Usman Wali Highlights Strong Pakistan-Germany Ties on Historic Milestone.
GPCCI President Usman Wali has highlighted the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and Germany, emphasizing economic cooperation, trade and investment opportunities. He called for stronger bilateral ties and new partnerships to build a brighter future for both countries.
Respect for international agreements is essential for the stability of the global system: Rahim Hayat Qureshi.
Pakistan’s Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi highlighted the Indus Waters Treaty and the Kashmir dispute at the European Parliament, stressing respect for international law and multilateral cooperation. European lawmakers also voiced support for compliance with the water-sharing agreement.
Kashmir’s Disputed Accession: Seventy-Nine Years Without a Final Settlement.
Seventy-nine years after the events of October 1947, Kashmir’s disputed accession remains unresolved. Explore the historical controversy, UN resolutions, the unfulfilled promise of a plebiscite, and the continuing struggle for peace and self-determination.