Centre Backs AJK Government to Defeat Agitators Accused of Disrupting Elections
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has pledged its full support to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) administration to maintain law and order and ensure the peaceful conduct of elections, amid allegations that banned groups are attempting to disrupt the electoral process. Speaking at a joint press conference in Islamabad on Tuesday, State Minister for Interior […]
UK High Court Finds British-Pakistani Solicitor Liable for Fraud in £834,000 Sharia Property Investment Case
LONDON: A UK High Court has ruled that British-Pakistani solicitor Awais Javed is liable for fraud and fraudulent breach of trust after finding that he misused £834,000 entrusted to him by an East London mosque imam and his family for Sharia-compliant property investments. In a detailed 73-page judgment in the case Mohamad Mashal & Others […]
Bone Health Starts Earlier Than You Think: Nutrient-Rich Diet Can Help Prevent Osteoporosis
Strong bones are built long before old age, and health experts say the foundation for lifelong bone health begins during childhood and early adulthood. While many people associate strong bones with drinking milk, specialists emphasize that maintaining healthy bones requires a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and adequate intake of essential nutrients throughout life. For […]
US Confirms Israel-Lebanon Peace Talks in Rome as Israeli Withdrawal Plan Advances
WASHINGTON: The US State Department has confirmed that the next round of Israel-Lebanon peace talks will take place in Rome, Italy, from August 4 to August 6, as diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize southern Lebanon and implement the ceasefire framework. The upcoming negotiations, mediated by the United States, will focus on advancing the implementation of […]
Michigan Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Tops 9,200 Cases as CDC Expands Taco Bell Lettuce Investigation
MICHIGAN: Health authorities in Michigan have reported a sharp rise in cyclosporiasis cases, with the state’s outbreak surpassing 9,253 infections, prompting an expanded federal investigation into contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce linked to Taco Bell restaurants. According to the Michigan Department of Health, the latest update recorded 1,077 new cases since Friday, bringing the total number […]
FTSE 100 Rises as Oil Prices Plunge After US-Iran De-escalation; Vodafone and AstraZeneca Lead Gains
LONDON: Britain’s FTSE 100 closed higher on Monday as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East boosted global market sentiment, although a sharp decline in oil prices dragged energy stocks lower. The FTSE 100 index gained 0.4% to close at 10,781.75 points, while the FTSE 250 advanced 0.6%, supported by improved investor confidence after the […]
Donald Trump says US and Tehran having ‘good talks’
US president says diplomacy offers hope for a breakthrough, while regional drone attacks and tensions in the Gulf continue despite a temporary pause in military operations. WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Monday that negotiations between the United States and Iran were progressing positively, expressing hope that diplomacy could end months of hostilities. However, […]
Israel-Lebanon Peace Talks to Resume in Rome as Israel Plans Withdrawal from Southern Lebanon Pilot Zones
WASHINGTON: The United States has confirmed that the next round of Israel-Lebanon peace talks will take place in Rome from August 4 to August 6, as diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize the Israel-Lebanon border and advance the implementation of a US-mediated framework agreement. The announcement comes as Israel prepares to withdraw its forces from two […]
Pakistan Unveils Hajj Policy 2027-2030 with Digital Payments, Long-Term Contracts and Major Reforms
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has approved a comprehensive Hajj Policy 2027-2030, introducing sweeping reforms aimed at making Pakistan’s Hajj operations more transparent, affordable, and efficient over the next four years. The newly introduced 16-page policy framework focuses on long-term planning, digital transformation, improved pilgrim services, and stricter regulation of private […]
EU Enforces New AI Transparency Rules, Mandatory Labels for Deepfakes and AI-Generated Content Begin
BRUSSELS: The European Union has officially begun enforcing new artificial intelligence transparency requirements, making it mandatory for companies to clearly label AI-generated content, including deepfakes, synthetic images, videos, audio, and text. The new rules, which came into effect on Sunday, are part of the EU’s landmark Artificial Intelligence Act and are designed to help users […]