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Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has blamed the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for the rising wave of terrorism in the country. Speaking on Sunday, he highlighted the global recognition of the issue, stating that even the UN Security Council condemned recent attacks. Iqbal accused enemies of targeting Balochistan, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and the mineral sector to hinder Pakistan’s economic progress. …

The Geopolitics of how Oil has Shaped the Global Relation Oil has served as a strong force in global relations for more than a century. The establishment of the United States as a superpower was triggered by the country’s move into the field of significant oil producers . Oil still continues to be a strong force in shaping global relations, …

Defense Concerns: Uncertainty Over AUKUS Submarine Deliveries The AUKUS pact, a trilateral security agreement between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, has been making waves in the global defense community since its announcement in 2021. A key aspect of this partnership is the collaborative development and delivery of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia. However, recent developments have raised concerns …

American influencer Samantha Strable, known online as Sam Jones, ignited controversy after posting a video of herself removing a baby wombat from its mother in Australia. The act led to severe public backlash, with accusations of endangering the animal for social media attention. Strable defended her actions, claiming she intended to help the animal and criticized Australians for their treatment …

The United States has imposed 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, notably excluding Australia from exemptions. This decision has raised alarms regarding Australia’s pharmaceutical exports, valued at $1.1 billion. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticized the tariffs as unjustified and harmful, expressing concerns about potential impacts on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). There are fears that US pharmaceutical companies …

Pakistani government has launched the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to regulate and integrate blockchain technology and digital assets into the financial system. Led by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the council includes key figures such as the Governor of the State Bank, the SECP Chairman, and federal secretaries for law and IT. The PCC aims to establish clear regulatory guidelines, promote …

Empowering Voices: Three Years of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia As we commemorate the third anniversary of the adoption of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia on March 15, 2022, by the United Nations, we find ourselves at a critical juncture in the fight against discrimination, hatred, and bigotry. Proposed by Pakistan under the leadership of former Prime Minister …

The contemporary Jaffar express train hijack incident has sent shockwaves across Pakistan that call attention the country’s continuing struggle with terrorism. On 11, March 2025, the Pakistani passenger train Jaffar express travelling from Quetta to Peshawar on board 400 passengers haa been hijacked, by Balochistan liberation Army (BLA). The hijacking occured when the train exacted to break off in a …

Political Violence in Bangladesh in February 2025 On February 6, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called upon supporters to stand against the interim government in a live virtual speech delivered from India, escalating political tensions. Ahead of her address, thousands of people, including Anti-Discrimination Student Movement leaders, who were at the forefront of the 2024 anti-government demonstrations, demolished the historic …

The announcement was made yesterday at a market wide event hosted by Visa, attended by senior members of the Pakistani financial industry. Starting today, Visa cardholders of HBL, Bank Alfalah, UBL, and Meezan Bank can add their Visa their Google Wallet on Android and Wear OS to be made. This integration supports the growing demand for digital payment options in …