US free Afghan Taliban leader in exchange for two Americans
REUTERS: The United States has freed an Afghan convicted by an American court on charges of drug smuggling and terrorism in exchange for two US citizens held in Afghanistan, authorities in Kabul said on Tuesday. Afghan officials said the man, Khan Mohammad, had landed in Kabul after being released. Mohammad
Trump withdraws US from Paris Climate Agreement again
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement. In his first speech after being sworn into office on Monday, Trump declared a “national energy emergency” to expand oil and gas drilling. He also announced plans to scrap vehicle emissions standards, calling
India achieves historic space docking mission
WEB DESK: India has successfully docked two satellites in space, marking a significant achievement in the country’s aspirations for a space station and a manned Moon mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced Thursday. Two single rocket-launched 220-kilogram satellites from India’s Sriharikota spaceport in December were separated by an
How much the govt spending to keep Imran Khan in jail?
Journalist Zahid Gishkori has revealed details about the expenses incurred by the government for keeping former Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan in jail.
Netflix and WWE aim to fuel wrestling fervour worldwide
REUTERS: Netflix’s next venture into live programming starts Monday when the company streams its first episode of “Raw,” the weekly World Wrestling Entertainment spectacle that has been a staple of US television for three decades. WWE executives are moving their flagship show from Comcast’s USA Network to the new streaming
Emergency declared in several US states due to severe snowfall
An emergency has been declared in several states of the United States (US) due to severe snowfall that has caused widespread disruption, affecting nearly 60 million people across the country. Roads in cities like Ohio and Indiana have been blanketed with several inches of snow.
Global popluation hits 8.09 billion people in 2024
WEB DESK: The global population surged to 8.09 billion as 2025 began, reflecting a net increase of over 71 million people during 2024, according to the United States Census Bureau. This 0.9 per cent growth rate represents a modest decline compared to 2023, which saw a rise of 75 million.
Which country will welcome 2025 first?
As the world gets ready to ring in 2025, countries across the globe will mark the occasion at different times based on their time zones. While some nations welcome the new year early, others must wait hours before celebrating.
Did govt link Imran Khan’s release to Aafia Siddiqui case?
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s advisor on political affairs, Rana Sanaullah, has indicated that an end to opposition leader Imran Khan’s political challenges may be contingent on the release of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist imprisoned in the United States. Speaking on a private television channel, the senior PML-N
Civilian cases in military courts: USA, UK
WEB DESK: Military courts in the United States and the United Kingdom have tried civilians on numerous occasions throughout history. These trials highlight the unique and often controversial role of military courts in delivering justice, especially in matters involving national security and wartime actions. Key examples from the United States
