. The writer is an Islamabad-based TV journalist and policy commentator. Email him at write2fp@gmail.com A common refrain today laments the decline of the “rules-based world order”, implying that such an order once stood on firm ground. But rules require enforcement. In domestic systems, the state monopolises legitimate force. In the anarchic system of states, … Read more

15 members council expresses deepest sympathy and condolences to victims’ families, government and people of Pakistan The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has strongly condemned the suicide bombing terrorist attack at an Islamabad imambargah in the strongest terms. At least 36 people were killed and around 169 injured when a suicide bomber struck Imambargah Khadijah al-Kubra … Read more

Nikhil Gupta, accused of plotting kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, in New York City, US June 17, 2024 in this courtroom sketch. PHOTO: REUTERS An Indian man charged with orchestrating an unsuccessful Indian government-backed plot to kill a Sikh separatist in New York City pleaded guilty on Friday to three criminal charges, a spokesperson for the United States Attorney’s … Read more

With millions of combustion vehicles plying across the province, a small official electric fleet will not reduce air pollution levels. PHOTO: PIXABAY LAHORE: In a move presented as a decisive step against worsening air pollution, the Punjab government has announced a phased shift to electric vehicles (EVs), banning the purchase of new fuel-powered cars for … Read more

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shakes hands with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during a meeting in Rahim Yar Khan. Photo: Express Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further enhance mutually beneficial cooperation with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during a telephone conversation with its president. Pakistan and the … Read more

Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, a top Middle East exec, faces scrutiny and ouster after Epstein files leak DP World Chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem speaks during the Earthshot Prize Innovation Showcase at DP World Pavilion in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 10, 2022. FILE PHOTO: REUTERS Dubai port giant DP World said on Friday its … Read more

Pakistan hockey team players celebrate after scoring during their emphatic 7-2 win over Malaysia in the Sultan of Johor Cup match held in Johor Bahru on Saturday. Photo: X The Pakistan hockey team’s tour of Australia for the FIH Pro League has been overshadowed by a series of administrative failures that left national players without … Read more

Commuters in Mumbai can’t escape news of the blockbuster India-Pakistan clash being back on. Photo: AFP COLOMBO: Excitement was hitting fever pitch in Colombo and across South Asia on Friday after Pakistan relented and decided to play against India in the T20 World Cup, reigniting the most lucrative match in cricket. The hottest tickets in … Read more

Antoine Griezmann netted Atletico’s second goal against his former side Barcelona in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg rout. Photo: AFP LONDON: Atletico Madrid hammered Copa del Rey holders Barcelona 4-0 on Thursday in the first leg of their semi-final.After an Eric Garcia own goal sent Diego Simeone’s side ahead early on, Antoine Griezmann, … Read more

Brad Evans celebrates after finishing off the game. Photo: ICC COLOMBO: Zimbabwe beat a depleted Australia by 23 runs on Friday in Colombo to pull off the biggest shock of the T20 World Cup so far.After posting 169-2 in their 20 overs, thanks mainly to Brian Bennett’s classy 64 not out, Zimbabwe had Australia 29-4 … Read more