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An accountability court on Sunday approved an eight-day physical remand each for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in a new graft reference. This order came less than a day after the PTI founder and his wife were acquitted in the iddat or illegal marriage case. Their hopes of being released were dashed as the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) arrested them in a new Toshakhana reference. newsbr eaking Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka had previously overturned the couple's conviction, which had sentenced them to seven years in prison and a fine of Rs500,000 each. This conviction was based on Khawar Maneka, Bushra's ex-husband, moving the court against the couple's marriage, claiming their nikah was fraudulent. However, immediately after the verdict overturning their conviction, a team from the anti-corruption watchdog led by Deputy Director Mohsin Haroon arrested the couple at Adiala Jail...

NEW YORK – Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, was shot in the ear during Saturday rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Videos, circulating on social media platforms, showed him grimace and raise a hand to his ear, before ducking behind the podium shortly into his speech as loud gunshots rang out in the crowd. Someone from the crowd screamed, “Get down.” Someone else can be heard on a video of the rally screaming “shooter is down.” The former president appeared to have blood on his right ear and raised a fist as he was led off stage. 🚨BREAKING: TRUMP SHOT IN THE EAR - CONFIRMED Trump was whisked off the stage by Secret Service during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after gunshots rang out in the crowd. newsbreaking His motorcade has left the venue.

Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Saturday postponed a public rally in Islamabad after the district administration revoked its permission The PTI had planned to hold a public gathering on the outskirts of the federal capital to demand release of its jailed leader. The district administration had initially granted permission for the event following directives from the Islamabad High Court. However, just hours after the party began preparing for the rally, the Islamabad administration revoked the permission on Friday, citing security concerns, the start of Muharram, and reports from law enforcement agencies. In a statement, the PTI said, “The rally that was to be held today in Islamabad is postponed until a new date is announced.” The PTI has filed a contempt petition with the Islamabad High Court against the district administration and police, alleging they violated the court's order to permit the rally. The party's petitio...

ISLAMABAD: In the wake of the strike call by the Pakistan Petroleum Dealer’s Association (PPDA), the Petroleum Division has directed the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) and oil marketing companies (OMC) to ensure the provision of fuel to general public at petrol pumps across the country. "All Oil Marketing Companies have been advised to ensure adequate supplies of petroleum products at petrol pumps and to keep them open. It is important to note that there is sufficient availability of petroleum products in the country," said a joint statement issued by the Ogra and Petroleum Division late Thursday. newsbreak ing In a separate statement, the Petroleum Division said that it was taking measures to minimise the impact of the strike. newsb reaking “Ogra, OCAC, OMAP and all OMCs have been advised to ensure that company operated retail sites as well as other associated sites of OMCs remain operational and have availability of sufficient stocks of petroleum products to mi...

Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar says missing persons issue could 'not be solved overnight' A total of 197 missing persons cases were submitted to the Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances (COIOED) in the first half of the year, according to a report released on Monday. The commission, established in 2011 to trace missing persons and hold responsible parties accountable, reported that 226 cases were resolved in the first six months of 2023. newsbreak ing The report indicated that up until June 30, a total of 10,285 cases had been received, with 8,015 cases resolved. Out of these, 6,464 individuals were traced, and 1,551 cases were dis...

India's cricket greats Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma have announced their retirement from T20 Internationals after India's victory in T20 World Cup 2024 final.Soon after Kohli's decision, Indian captain Rohit Sharma declared his retirement from T20I cricket on June 29. The two cricket legends announced retirements in Barbados to pass on team to young talent. Virat announced his decision after being named Player of the Match at Kensington Oval, while Rohit made his declaration during a post-match presser. Indian skipper said it was his last game and he enjoyed started playing this format. There's no better time to say goodbye to this...

ISLAMABAD – An Islamabad local court will decide whether to suspend the sentences of Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), and his wife Bushra Bibi in the Iddat case today. This decision could end Khan's imprisonment. Imran Khan, who was removed from office by a no-confidence motion in April 2022, faces various charges, including corruption and terrorism, since his ouster. He has been jailed since August of last year following his conviction in the Toshakhana case and other charges leading up to the February 8 elections. Despite gaining some relief in other cases, Khan remains imprisoned due to his conviction in the Iddat case, where a district court sentenced him and Bushra to seven years in prison in February. This was after a trial found their marriage fraudulent, with Bushra's ex-husband claiming it took place during her Iddat period. The couple filed appeals against their conviction and for sentence suspension. The court’s decision on these appeals is e...

Pakistan’s Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC) will conduct walk-in interviews this month to select qualified nurses for deployment to Saudi Arabia, according to state-run media on Monday.In May, Pakistan’s state media reported that Saudi Arabia needed nursing staff in various specialties, including cardiac care, emergency, medical care, obstetrics, pediatrics, critical care, hemodialysis, neonatal care, oncology, surgical care, and intensive care. The OEC stated that it would send trained and qualified nurses to the Kingdom. newsb reaking "All staff will be selected through walk-in interviews on different dates and locations, specifically on June 27th & 28th, 2024 at Shalimar Tower Hotel Jail Road, Lahore, and on July 2nd & 3rd, 2024, at the Pearl Continental (PC) Hotel, Rawalpindi," the state-run Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) reported.In May, it was announced that only qualified female candidates with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN, 4 years) or Pos...

Julian Paul Assange, Australian publisher and founder of WikiLeaks, has been released from UK prison after striking a deal with US Justice Department. Under the settlment, Assange will plead guilty to a single charge and will not serve any additional time in US custody. Reports shared in international media said Julian is expected to plead guilty to an Espionage Act charge in a court in the Mariana Islands, a US commonwealth in the Western Pacific. ne wsbreaking He will be sentenced to five years, the same amount of time he has already served in prison while fighting extradition to the US. newsb reaking The charges against Assange stem from WikiLeaks' publication of classified information related to the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Assange's release follows a long legal battle and c...

LAHORE – The bodies of a husband and wife were discovered after three days in the provincial capital. According to police, the deceased couple, Abdul Latif and his wife Abida, were found on the upper floor of their residence in Baghbanpura. They had been living on the upper floor of their nephew's house for the past 12 years. Following the discovery, forensic teams gathered evidence, and the police have initiated an investigation, considering various angles including possible homicide. Police stated that the exact cause of death will be determined after a post-mortem examination

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted an early and above-normal monsoon season for the provinces of Punjab and Balochistan, commencing from the first week of July. This prediction has prompted the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) to issue emergency alerts and initiate precautionary measures to mitigate potential risks associated with the heavy rainfall. Monsoon in Punjab Similarly, the PDMA Punjab has issued a monsoon alert, forecasting a 35% increase in rainfall compared to normal levels. The monsoon season in Punjab is expected to commence on July 1st, with the following rainfall projections: First Week of July: 15 to 50 millimeters Second Week of July: 25 to 35 millimeters Fourth Week of July: 50 to 70 millimeters Monsoon in Balochistan Balochistan is bracing for significant monsoon rains this year, with specific districts such as Lasbela, Nasirabad, and the Makran Division identified as high-risk areas. The PDMA has already declared an ...

In a significant move aimed at safeguarding the rights of minorities and all citizens across Pakistan, the National Assembly has unanimously approved an accord following the recent spate of violence and fatalities in Swat linked to blasphemy allegations. Under the chairmanship of Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, the National Assembly convened to address critical issues including budgetary discussions. The session, marked by impassioned debates and calls for action, underscored the urgency of protecting minority communities amidst escalating tensions. Khawaja Asif, a prominent voice during the session, expressed grave concern over the suppression of minority voices in Pakistan, citing instances of violence in Swat, Sargodha, and Faisalabad. He emphasized that no blood should be shed in the name of religion and urged unity in adopting a steadfast and unified stance on these critical issues. Federal minister for law and justice, Nazeer Tarar presented the agreement concerning the Swat...

The Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) announced this week that Pakistan's first human milk bank, established earlier this month, has been suspended pending further guidance from the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII). A human milk bank, also known as a breast milk bank or lactarium, is a service that collects, screens, processes, pasteurizes, and dispenses human milk donated by nursing mothers who are not biologically related to the recipient infant. For women unable to breastfeed or produce sufficient milk, pasteurized donor breast milk can be a vital alternative. Earlier this month, SICHN announced the establishment of Pakistan's first human milk bank in collaboration with UNICEF, calling it a “significant milestone in maternal health.” However, a statement from SICHN dated June 21 cited a revised fatwa issued by Darul Uloom Karachi on June 16, 2024, prompting the suspension of the milk bank’s operations. “This decision is in compliance with the ...

LAHORE - Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has entered into a strategic partnership with Wego which will help the carrier connect with a wider audience and offer them outstanding travel options. Pause Unmute Remaining Time -10:23 Unibots.com Wego is a top travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the collaboration would provide Pakistani travelers with an enriched travel experience. The advantage of this collaboration is that the two partners will offer seamless access to a wide array of flight options and competitive prices. Under the proposed plan, PIA's extensive flight network would be integrated with Wego’s state-of-the-art booking platform to provide travelers an unparalleled level of convenience and choice of travel to and from Pakistan. Chief Commercial Officer of PIA, Nausherwan Adil confirmed the partnership and said this will offer the travelers outstanding travel options. On the other hand, Chie...

Former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza's father, Imran Mirza, has strongly refuted rumors circulating about his daughter's potential second marriage to fast bowler Mohammed Shami. Sania Mirza, a prominent figure in Indian sports, continues to attract media scrutiny even after her retirement from professional tennis, with her personal life often becoming the subject of public speculation. between Sania Mirza and Mohammed Shami. These rumors gained traction when edited photos of Sania with Shami, showing him in a groom's attire, started circulating on social media. new sbreaking Reports claimed that Shami and Sania were planning to get married in August. ...

An earthquake jolted Islamabad, Rawalpindi Peshawar, Swat, Waziristan, Lower Dir and other regions of country's northwestern region on Wednesday. Tremors were also felt in the regions of Parachinar, Mardan, Kohat, and other districts. National Seismic Monitoring Centre said intensity of the earthquake was recorded at 4.7 on richter scale, and the epicenter was in the Hindukush region. newsbrea king Islamabad Earthquake Today Due to the strong tremors, masses came out of their homes and continued to recite prayers. ne wsbreaking As of now, there is no information about any loss of life or property damage due to the earthquake.

ISLAMABAD - The Federal Ministry of Education has embarked on a groundbreaking educational initiative by partnering with Google for Education to establish Centers of Excellence in two federal educational institutions, with the formal opening of the first center at Islamabad College for Girls. Unibots.com According to the sources, a significant agreement has been reached between the Federal Ministry of Education and Google for Education, marking a pivotal moment in advancing educational standards. Under this agreement, Islamabad College for Girls has become the inaugural institution to formally open a Center of Excellence in Education. Google for Education has equipped the center with state-of-the-art high-tech classrooms and IT labs, ensuring an optimal learning environment. Managing Director of Google for Education, affirmed their commitment to further educational initiatives across Pakistan and the broader region. During the ceremony, Federal Education Minister Khalid Maqbo...

KARACHI – Pakistan Stock Exchange touched new heights, crossing 78,000 mark during intraday trading on Thursday. Pause Unmute Remaining Time -8:20 Unibots.com newsbreaking On the first working day of the week, the benchmark KSE-100 index hit an all-time high of 78,115, up from the previous close of 77,213. In single day trading, the flagship KSE-100 gained over 1,400 points. Experts link the buying spree with the government's move to finalise a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after Budget 2024-25 announcement. This years' budget was aimed to meet fiscal targets to bolster the case for a new IMF bailout deal. KARACHI – Pakistan Stock Exchange touched new heights, crossing 78,000 mark during intraday trading on Thursday. Pause Unmute Remaining Time -8:20 Unibots.com On the first working day of the week, the benchmark KSE-100 index hit an all-time high of 78,115, up from the previous close of 77,213. In single day trading, the flagship KSE-100 gained ...

LAHORE – Pakistani players Naseem Shah, Usman Khan, and Senior Manager Wahab Riaz arrived in Lahore on Wednesday morning following their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign. They landed at Lahore's Allama Iqbal International Airport on a private airline flight, returning from Florida, USA. Notably, Captain Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, Imad Wasim, Azam Khan, and Mohammad Amir did not return with them. Babar is scheduled to return on June 22. Head Coach Gary Kirsten will return home soon, while Amir will stay in the US for a few days before joining Derbyshire in England.

LAHORE – Pakistanis continue to sacrifice animals and enjoy festivities on the third and last day of Eid ul-Adha. reaking Pause Unmute Remaining Time -10:32 Unibots.com People are celebrating Eidul Adha with great religious devotion to commemorate Sunnat e Ibrahim. On the last day of festivity, people slaughter their animals in accordance with tradition while butchers are now easily available, as compared to first two days. On the other hand, local bodies made special arrangements for the disposal of offal and remains of slaughtered animals during last day of Eidul Adha. Eidul Adha remained one of the two key Islamic festivals observed by Muslims to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son to Allah SWT.