Jelly bangles sweep Eidul Azha markets as young shoppers chase social media’s latest obsession ISLAMABAD: With flashy reels, influencer promotions and packed Eidul Azha markets, jelly bangles have become this Eid’s biggest fashion obsession, as traders and vloggers once again turn a simple accessory into a viral craze chased by young girls across the country. … Read more

Only 15 neurosurgeons are working across 8 teaching hospitals in Karachi and Sindh No neuro spinal surgeons are formally posted in government hospitals, and spinal cases are generally managed by neurosurgeons when available across Sindh. PHOTO: PIXABAY KARACHI: Sindh and other parts of Pakistan face a severe shortage of spinal surgery facilities. As a result, … Read more

Once the seat of political power, the historic village’s grand Qalla struggles for survival Sheikhan, a historic village on the outskirts of Peshawar, stands as a living testament to a glorious past that has largely vanished. Once renowned for its abundant irrigation water from the Bara River and the prized Bara Rice variety, believed to … Read more

LAHORE: Earlier in March this year, the Punjab government decided to close markets and shops across the province at 8pm. The aim was to conserve energy, reduce electricity consumption, and improve discipline. However, debate continues over the economic and social impact of this measure. According to the notification, all shops, markets, and shopping malls across … Read more

Kaja Kallas says some powers seek to weaken EU, but unity makes Europe stronger together Kallas remarks come as European leaders grapple with uncertainty over Washington’s long-term commitment to European security. PHOTO: KAJA KALLAS X EU’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warned that the US, China, and Russia all prefer a fragmented Europe because a … Read more

Israel says it killed Bahaa Baroud, Hamas operations HQ commander, accused of planning imminent attacks Mourners carry the bodies of Palestinians who were killed in an Israeli strike, according to medics, in Gaza City, May 17, 2026. REUTERS Israeli strikes killed at least five Palestinians in the Gaza ‌Strip on Sunday, health officials said, as … Read more

Combined image of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. PHOTOS: FILE/X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked the leadership of Qatar for its support for Pakistan’s mediation and de-escalation efforts aimed at regional peace during a call with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of … Read more

Drone struck a generator near Barakah Nuclear Plant; no radiation impact or injuries reported A file image of Barakah ​Nuclear Power Plant. PHOTO: AFP A drone strike caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, officials in Abu Dhabi said on ‌Sunday, at a time when progress appears to have … Read more

Iranian state media says both discuss regional security, hostilities and efforts to consolidate fragile US ceasefire Interior Minister meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Photo: File/WANA Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held high-level talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Tehran on Sunday, focusing on regional security, recent hostilities, and efforts to consolidate a fragile ceasefire, Iran’s … Read more

India dismisses proceedings, says its position on holding the treaty in abeyance remains unchanged The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in the Hague upheld its earlier award supporting the continued validity of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), ruling that India cannot unilaterally suspend the agreement. The tribunal reaffirmed that the treaty remained in force, rejecting … Read more