Pakistan

Youm-e-Takbeer, marking Pakistan’s nuclear tests conducted in 1998, is being observed today (Thursday) with renewed commitment to making the country economically and militarily stronger.

People across Pakistan continued the tradition of animal sacrifice on the second day of Eidul Azha on Thursday, following the Sunnah of Prophet Ibrahim (AS).

TV host explains her Eid absence, saying she is with her ailing father and asks fans for prayers

Conveys his best wishes for continued peace, prosperity for people of Azerbaijan

She directly oversees all matters in province, including security, cleanliness, others, from hospital, says Aurangzeb

Oil prices bounced higher on Thursday while Asian stocks mostly fell, as new US strikes on Iran marked the latest test of a shaky ceasefire in the Middle East war. The price jumps erased much of Wednesday’s declines on the hopes of an imminent deal to end the conflict that has all but halted shipping through the crucial Strait of Hormuz for months. An American official said the military had shot down four Iranian drones and struck a control centre in the southern city of Bandar Abbas. The official, speaking to AFP on condition of anonymity, described the latest actions as “measured, purely defensive, and intended to maintain the ceasefire”. Tehran’s state media said Iranian forces had fired at four ships in the strait, while Kuwait said its air defences were responding to missile and drone attacks. The developments came despite an Iranian official saying renewed hostilities with the United States were unlikely, and a threat from US President Donald Trump to “finish the job” if a peace deal was not reached. Th...

Users troll TikToker for packaging sacrificial meat while adjusting her hair and wearing expensive bangles

Instagram bloggers showcase festive Eidul Azha looks, blending tradition with modern fashion trends

ISLAMABAD: Justice Babar Sattar, who was transferred from the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to the Peshawar High Court (PHC) last month, has decided to continue residing in the federal capital during his tenure at the provincial high court. Sources in the IHC told Dawn that Justice Sattar has formally conveyed to the court administration that he intends to retain his official residence in Islamabad’s F-6 sector. According to sources, the judge has written to the IHC administration seeking retention of the accommodation allotted to him. A senior IHC official explained that under the Presidential Order 1997, a judge is entitled to retain one official residence. Since Justice Sattar is not seeking separate official accommodation in Peshawar, he is eligible to keep the Islamabad residence, the official said. The judge had been transferred to Peshawar High Court Sources added that Justice Sattar may stay at the official rest house of the PHC during his service there. Under the applicable rules, a judge residing in a ...

ISLAMABAD: The incomplete development work in E-12 sector has caught the attention of the current management of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) as its engineering wing has been tasked with taking steps to complete this sector on priority basis. Sources told Dawn that recently CDA Chairman retired Lt Sohail Ashraf directed the engineering wing to get development work of this sector completed on priority basis. They said it was decided that after Eid, a meeting would be held on this one-point agenda. Over 4,000 allottees of this sector, launched in 1989, have been waiting to get possession of their plots for the last 37 years, whereas during this period business of private housing schemes in Islamabad had massively increased. CDA chief directs engineering wing to get work completed in the sector on priority basis The sources said the CDA chief recently directed the land directorate to resolve legitimate issues of local landlords on priority basis, adding that the CDA had possession of the land in almost...

CHITRAL: The International Day of the Markhor passed unnoticed in Chitral as the local wildlife department failed to hold any ceremony or awareness event to mark the occasion for the second consecutive year. The silence is particularly stark given that Chitral hosts the largest population of Kashmir Markhor in its national park, while the wildlife department’s two divisional offices exist here. The day, established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) two years ago on May 24, 2024, aims to highlight the ecological importance of Pakistan’s national animal and boost global conservation efforts Local ecologists and conservationists have expressed regret over the official negligence and pointed out that the Kashmir Markhor found in Chitral was globally renowned for its unique physique, majestic flared horns, and distinct beauty. “To completely ignore a day dedicated to our national animal, especially in its primary habitat, sends a terrible message about our conservation priorities,” said a local ecologi...

KARACHI: Reminding people to remember and implement the spirit of Eidul Azha, health experts on Tuesday urged the public to exercise caution regarding their dietary habits and meat consumption to avoid medical emergencies during the festive occasion. In a statement, Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) Secretary General Dr Abdul Ghafoor Shoro cautioned that the sudden shift to heavy, meat-dominated meals can put a severe strain on the digestive system. “Hospitals and clinics historically witness a sharp spike in emergency room visits during the days of Eid due to acute gastrointestinal issues,” he said. Sudden shift to heavy, meat-dominated meals on Eid can strain digestive system, warns PMA “Overindulging in rich, fried and heavily spiced meat dishes frequently lead to distressing health complications, including severe diarrhoea and gastroenteritis, acute vomiting and nausea, indigestion, hyperacidity and severe abdominal cramps. It can also lead to aggravation of conditions for patients with hypertension, dia...

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Both interior ministers exchange Eidul Azha greetings, convey best wishes to each other

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India’s interior minister has ordered the demolition of illegal buildings within 15 kilometres of the border with Pakistan, his office said Wednesday. Home Minister Amit Shah is known for his hardline stance on national security, illegal migration and transnational crimes. “Amit Shah stressed the need for strict enforcement of a zero-tolerance policy against illegal constructions, particularly within 0-15 kilometres of the international border,” the Home Affairs Ministry said in a statement. “He directed the concerned authorities to demolish all such unauthorised constructions.” Shah urged officials to boost efforts “to effectively address infiltration, narcotics smuggling, encroachment, terror financing, and other trans-border crimes”, according to the statement. Shah issued the order while in the western state of Rajasthan, which borders Pakistan.