Pakistan

Junaid Safdar married Shanzeh Ali Rohale, granddaughter of senior PML-N leader Sheikh Rohale Asghar. Web Desk January 17, 2026 LAHORE: Junaid Safdar, grandson of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and son of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has tied the knot in a grand wedding ceremony held in Lahore. The wedding procession reached a private housing society in the provincial …

India’s alleged practice of politicising cricket has once again come under criticism after an unusual incident occurred during the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, where the Indian captain did not shake hands with the Bangladeshi captain at the toss. For the first time in the history of an ICC event, both captains refrained from a handshake during the toss ceremony, …

NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of common stock of Vistagen Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: VTGN) between April 1, 2024 and December 16, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you …

A medical expert has suggested that adopting a simple 12-hour eating window could significantly improve overall health and lower the risk of developing diabetes. According to Dr Rangan Chatterjee — an author and former NHS general practitioner — this approach encourages people to consume all their daily meals within a fixed 12-hour period, helping to curb unhealthy late-night snacking and …

The index closed at 185,098 points, rising from 184,409 points recorded at the start of the week. Web Desk January 17, 2026 KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a mixed but overall positive trend during the outgoing week, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index posting a net gain of 690 points. The index closed at 185,098 points, rising from 184,409 …

Alta-X drone demonstrates real-time, tamper-proof flight communications. Web Desk January 17, 2026 In a world where cyber threats loom over the skies, NASA has taken a bold leap to secure the future of aviation. The agency has successfully tested a blockchain-powered cybersecurity system that could make flight data tamper-proof, shielding aircraft from interception and manipulation. The groundbreaking experiment took place …

Dubai has burst onto the international sports scene once again, hosting the high-octane International Rugby Sevens Series on Saturday, January 17. With elite national teams from around the globe converging in the city, Dubai has transformed into a pulsating arena of world-class athleticism and fierce competition. This year’s series is being held under a new sports pathway initiative, designed to …

Water politics in South Asia has entered a volatile new phase following India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), a move that could significantly heighten regional tensions, according to The National Interest, a leading American foreign policy journal. In a strongly worded analysis, The National Interest endorses Pakistan’s position that India’s recent actions undermine one of the world’s most …

The world of football is in mourning as ACF Fiorentina announces the passing of its beloved president, Rocco Commisso, at the age of 76. A visionary leader, devoted father, and lifelong football lover, Commisso’s death leaves a void not just in Florence, but in the hearts of fans who saw him pour his soul into the club he cherished. From …

Tennis fever hits Melbourne as the 2026 Australian Open swings into action this Sunday, promising thrilling serves, fierce rallies, and history-making moments. World number one Carlos Alcaraz eyes glory as he kicks off his campaign against local hopeful Adam Walton, while Aryna Sabalenka aims to continue her hard-court dominance against Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah. At just 22, Alcaraz is on the …