Pakistan

Iran has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) warning of live-fire military exercises in airspace near the Strait of Hormuz, amid heightened regional tensions. The notice, released on Tuesday, stated that Iran will carry out live-fire drills between January 27 and 29 in an area close to the strategic waterway. The restricted zone covers a circular area with a five-nautical-mile …

Former Australian pace legend Jason Gillespie is poised to helm the Hyderabad franchise, the Pakistan Super League’s newest addition, ahead of the landmark 11th edition set to kick off on March 26. The appointment quickly gained traction across social media before being confirmed by sources, who said Gillespie will officially take charge as Hyderabad’s head coach. Gillespie, 50, brings vast …

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has advised internet users to stay alert and avoid sharing or engaging with illegal content online. In its statement, the authority said freedom of expression on digital platforms is a basic right, but it cannot be used as an excuse to promote unlawful material. The PTA emphasized that content involving blasphemy or disrespect toward religions …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Tuesday announced the list of players placed in the Silver and Gold categories ahead of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 auction. A total of 16 players, including several well-known names, have been included in the Silver category. Among the franchises, Multan Sultans have listed the highest number with six players in this category. …

Basmati rice exports were hit hardest, dropping by 93.21% during same period. Web Desk January 27, 2026 Pakistan’s rice exports fell sharply by 68.52% between July and December last year, the Rice Exporters Association said on Tuesday. Basmati rice exports were hit the hardest, dropping by 93.21% during the same period. The exporters’ body welcomed measures taken by the Ministry …

actress’s cousin shared several throwback photographs from Hania’s school, college, and university days. Web Desk January 27, 2026 KARACHI: Popular Pakistani actress Hania Aamir’s cousin has clarified the reality behind the actress’s much-admired dimples, dismissing recent claims of cosmetic surgery circulating on social media. A few days earlier, a dermatologist had alleged online that Hania Aamir underwent “dimpleplasty,” sparking widespread …

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department’s Human Capital Investment Project (HCIP), launched with World Bank support to strengthen basic healthcare services, has reportedly failed amid serious financial, administrative and governance lapses, with alleged irregularities amounting to nearly Rs16 billion in a project worth Rs24 billion, official audit documents reveal. The project was initiated in March 2021, following approval by the …

Dar Al-Ifta emphasized that interpretation of the Holy Quran must be based on authentic classical commentaries. Web Desk January 27, 2026 Cairo: Egypt’s Dar Al-Ifta has declared the use of artificial intelligence(AI) applications for interpreting the Holy Quran to be religiously impermissible, warning that reliance on such tools may lead to misinformation and doctrinal misunderstandings. According to Arab media reports, …

Our body is one of our strongest defenses against illness, but when it falls ill, it often gives subtle signals. These signs can be quiet, easy to overlook, or easy to blame on stress. However, small changes can sometimes indicate a more serious underlying problem. Pharmacists often act as the first point of contact when something feels “off,” helping detect …

Njord Partners, a London-based investment firm, is increasingly being identified by security analysts and media reports as an unseen but influential actor at the world’s key geopolitical flashpoints, ranging from Russian data corridors and South American drug routes to critical UK ferries and strategic NATO-adjacent airports. According to analysts cited in Western press, Njord Partners is quietly building stakes in …