“Language Isn’t the Barrier, Terrorism Is”: India’s Shashi Tharoor Sets Condition for Pakistan Talks

NEW DELHI – Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stated that language differences are not an obstacle to India-Pakistan dialogue, but rather the lack of a shared commitment to peace and Pakistan’s alleged “infrastructure of terrorism.” Speaking after leading an Indian parliamentary delegation to Brazil, Tharoor claimed success in clarifying India’s counterterrorism stance to Latin American nations. He demanded “demonstrable action” against militants in Pakistan before any […]

Pakistan Open to India Talks But Won’t Beg for Dialogue: FM Dar Warns Against Water Treaty Violation

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stated that Pakistan is willing to engage in dialogue with India but will not act “desperate” for talks, emphasizing that any discussions must address terrorism, Kashmir, and the Indus Waters Treaty. Speaking at a press briefing, Dar warned that India’s attempts to block Pakistan’s water share would be considered an act […]

PM Shehbaz Invites Opposition Leader for Talks on New Election Chief Appointment

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formally invited Opposition Leader Omar Ayub for consultations regarding the appointment of a new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and members of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). In a letter to Ayub, the PM noted that the terms of CEC Sikandar Sultan Raja and two ECP members—Nisar Durrani (Sindh) and Shah Jatoi (Balochistan)—expired on January 26, yet they continue serving […]

Over 1 Million Pilgrims Begin Hajj Amid Scorching Heat, Saudi Arabia Implements Safety Measures

More than 1.4 million Muslim pilgrims gathered in Makkah on Wednesday to perform Hajj, Islam’s most sacred pilgrimage, as Saudi authorities intensified heat protection measures to prevent a repeat of last year’s tragic fatalities. With temperatures soaring above 40°C (104°F), worshippers circled the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque, marking the start of the five-day ritual. Pilgrims also began moving to Mina, a vast tent city near Makkah, […]

Omar Ayub Demands Full Disclosure on Disqualification Reference from NA Speaker

Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, Omar Ayub Khan, has formally written a letter to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, seeking complete details regarding the disqualification reference filed against him and the decision taken by the Speaker. In his letter, Ayub has requested a certified copy of the reference, […]

Shariat Court Petition Challenges Pakistan’s Child Marriage Restraint Law as “Un-Islamic”

A citizen has approached the Federal Shariat Court to challenge the recently passed Child Marriage Restraint Act 2025, which bans the marriage of girls below 18 years of age. The petition, filed by Shehzada Adnan through his lawyer Advocate Mudasar Chaudhry, argues that the law contradicts Islamic teachings and violates constitutional protections for Shariah-compliant laws. The petitioner claims that the legislation, which imposes rigorous […]

“Protecting Children is Humanity’s Duty – CM Sindh Murad Ali Shah’s Message on International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression”

On the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, Chief Minister of Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, emphasized the collective responsibility to ensure a safe world for children. He stated that it is a moral obligation to shield innocent children from the devastating impacts of war. CM Shah strongly condemned the brutalities against children […]

Kashmiri Leader Calls for India-Pakistan Dialogue in US, Urges Peaceful Resolution

Senior Kashmiri leader and Acting Chairman of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), Raja Muzaffar, has appealed to Indian and Pakistani delegations in the United States to prioritize a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir conflict for lasting regional stability. Addressing Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, head of Pakistan’s delegation, and Shashi Tharoor, leading India’s delegation, Muzaffar emphasized that bold leadership could reshape […]

Elon Musk Slams Trump’s Tax Bill as “Disgusting Abomination,” Sparks GOP Debate

Billionaire Elon Musk ignited controversy on Tuesday by fiercely criticizing President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination” that would balloon the federal deficit. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO took to his social media platform X to voice his frustration, writing: “I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous Congressional spending […]