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Nationalist factions renew their call for Sindh’s rights on G M Syed’s anniversary HYDERABAD: Different factions of the Jeay Sindh movement gathered in Sann, Jamshoro district, on Saturday to mark the anniversary of the founding leader G M Syed, reaffirming their commitment to continue what they described as a long political struggle for Sindh’s rights. … Read more
RAMALLAH, Palestine. Photo: Anadolu Agency The Palestinian Central Elections Commission announced on Sunday that members of 197 local councils won uncontested in municipal elections in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza city of Deir al-Balah, with the voter turnout reaching 54 per cent. Addressing a press conference in Ramallah, the commission’s head, Rami Hamdallah, … Read more
Naftali Bennett, a right-wing politician, and Yair Lapid, a centrist, will merge parties for a vote later this year.
LONDON: Arsenal are back on top of the Premier League, but Mikel Arteta claimed their title challenge could be ruined by two rejected red card decisions in their games against Manchester City and Newcastle. Arteta’s side are three points clear of second-placed Manchester City after Eberechi Eze’s early strike clinched a vital 1-0 win against … Read more
Terms security of Gulf fundamental to the security, stability of the region and the world Jordan’s King Abdullah II. Photo: AFP/ File Jordan’s King Abdullah II said on Sunday that any potential agreement between the US and Iran must guarantee the security of Arab countries. Abdullah discussed in Amman with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Jarrah Jaber … Read more
More than 9,600 Palestinians are currently held in Israeli prisons, including 90 women and 350 children More than 9,600 Palestinians are currently held in Israeli prisons, including 90 women and 350 children, according to official Palestinian figures. PHOTO: ANADOLU Israel released 15 Palestinian detainees from the Gaza Strip on Sunday via the Kerem Shalom crossing … Read more
Intricate Mughal-era instrument tipped to fetch up to £2.5 million at Sotheby’s auction The Mughal era astrolabe to be auctioned in London. PHOTO: ANADOLU A rare 17th-century brass astrolabe from the royal collection of Jaipur in western India will be offered at auction by Sotheby’s in London on April 29, with specialists citing its size, … Read more
[ Notification says new transit routes announced under order; Gwadar, Karachi and Taftan designated for cargo movement The government has notified the Transit of Goods Order 2026, formally allowing the transportation of goods to Iran through Pakistan under a defined legal and regulatory framework, a notification said on Sunday. Issued under the Imports and Exports … Read more
Pakistan’s bowlers had their tails up from the outset, with captain Fatima Sana leading from the front. PHOTO: ICC The Women’s National Selection Committee has named a 15-member squad for the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Zimbabwe women’s teams scheduled to take place at National Bank Stadium in Karachi from 4 to 9 May. … Read more
Says Pakistan and China should deepen collaboration in construction machinery, digital manufacturing, energy sectors President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday underscored the need to promote industrial technology, skills development and joint ventures with China, saying such partnerships could significantly support Pakistan’s infrastructure and industrial growth. The president, who is on a week-long visit to China’s … Read more