Kenya to Compensate Family of Slain Journalist Arshad Sharif with Rs21.7m
Court Deems 2022 Police Shooting of Arshad Sharif in Kajiado County ‘Arbitrary and Unconstitutional’ Kenya’s High Court has mandated the government to compensate the family of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif with 10 million Kenyan Shillings (Rs21.7 million). The court ruled that the police shooting in Kajiado County in 2022 was “arbitrary and unconstitutional.” Justice Stella […]
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Orders Immediate Dissolution of Corrupt Pakistan Public Works Department
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif announced on Monday the immediate dissolution of the Pakistan Public Works Department (Pak PWD) due to persistent poor performance and corruption. The directive came during a high-level meeting focused on reducing government expenditures and streamlining infrastructure, according to a press release from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). The prime […]
Pakistan’s New Satellite to Revolutionize Connectivity and Digital Services
ISLAMABAD: The recently launched Pakistani satellite, PakSat MM-1, will be positioned in geostationary orbit 36,000 kilometers above Earth, with service expected to begin in August, according to scientists associated with the project. PakSat MM-1, Pakistan’s second communication satellite, was launched on Thursday from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Center (XSLC). Dr. Khurram Khurshid, Head of the […]
Historic Trial: Hunter Biden Faces Gun Charges Amid Political Turmoil
In a historic case, Hunter Biden’s criminal trial commenced on Monday in Delaware federal court. President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter, is charged with three felony counts related to the purchase and possession of a firearm in 2018. This trial follows closely on the heels of Donald Trump’s recent conviction, marking a significant period of legal […]
Desperation and Destruction: Sisters Search for Missing Mother Amid Gaza Rubble
Heartbreak in Gaza: Sisters Desperately Seek Missing Mother After Airstrike In Gaza City, the al-Breim sisters, Samar and Sahar, found themselves in a desperate search for their mother Amira after another devastating airstrike. Amidst the chaos, they rushed to the scene, calling out for her and digging through the rubble. “This feels like a nightmare, […]
Putin Orders Nuclear Drills Amid Escalating Tensions With West
Russia has announced plans to conduct military exercises involving the deployment of tactical nuclear weapons. In a move aimed at countering perceived threats from Western powers, Russia has announced plans to conduct military exercises involving the deployment of tactical nuclear weapons. The decision, ordered by President Vladimir Putin, comes amidst rising tensions with the United […]
Pakistan Tops Annual Misery Index in South Asia, Economist Reports
Economist Steve H. Hanke’s Annual Misery Index has revealed its latest findings for 2023, painting a sobering picture of economic well-being across nations. In this year’s report, Pakistan has emerged as the most miserable country within the South Asian region, according to the parameters outlined in Hanke’s index. Among its South Asian counterparts, Pakistan has […]
Putin Warns of Escalation to World War Three Amid Ukraine Crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a stark warning to the West on Monday, cautioning that a direct clash between Russia and the US-led NATO alliance could spiral into a global conflict of unprecedented proportions. Speaking against the backdrop of the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, Putin emphasized the grave risks associated with any escalation in tensions […]
The Poison of Political Nepotism: A Barrier to Progress
Political nepotism corrodes the fabric of democracy, favoring family connections over merit in the allocation of power. This insidious practice not only undermines the principles of fairness and equality but also obstructs socio-economic development. By elevating individuals based on lineage rather than qualifications, political nepotism perpetuates a culture of entitlement and impunity among the ruling […]
