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Renowned Pakistani actor Nauman Ijaz has responded firmly to criticism regarding earnings from the entertainment industry after a social media user questioned whether income generated through showbiz should be considered halal or haram. Known for his candid opinions on social and cultural issues, Nauman Ijaz addressed the topic during a recent YouTube video in which he shared a message sent by a friend about the concepts of halal and haram. The veteran actor said that God has naturally equipped human beings with the ability to distinguish many things in life. He explained that people can recognize heat through touch, bitterness through taste,…

US President Donald Trump has once again warned Iran that it has just 60 days to reach a final agreement with Washington, saying failure to do so could trigger actions that Tehran “will not like.” Speaking at the unveiling ceremony of a new Air Force One aircraft at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, Trump expressed confidence that diplomacy would prevail but made clear that the United States was prepared to act if negotiations stalled. Addressing the gathering, Trump said Iran faces a strict 60-day deadline to finalize an agreement with the United States. “In 60 days, we have to make…

The first round of negotiations between the United States and Iran is expected to begin in Switzerland following the signing of a historic memorandum of understanding (MoU), as both sides move to convert the interim agreement into a lasting regional settlement. Senior American and Iranian officials are heading to Switzerland for the talks, which are expected to focus on Iran’s nuclear program, enriched uranium stockpiles, sanctions relief, and a range of technical and financial issues that must be resolved within the 60-day negotiation window established under the agreement. US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff has departed for…

The Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led government has decided to end its austerity and energy conservation measures, while maintaining regular business hours across the country. Approval has been granted to immediately withdraw additional fuel conservation and austerity measures. Restrictions imposed from March 9 have been revoked under the decision. Markets, shopping malls and bazaars will continue to close at 9pm, according to the Cabinet Division. Marriage halls, marriage marquees and event venues will be allowed to remain open until 10pm. Restaurants, cafes and food outlets will continue their business operations until 11pm. Takeaway and home delivery services will remain exempt from…

United States Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A Baker has stated that relations between Pakistan and the United States are currently at their highest level in history. Speaking at a ceremony marking 250 years of American independence in Islamabad, she said that Pakistan has gained significant importance on the global stage. She said that President Donald Trump maintains regular contact with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. The US envoy stated that Pakistan has come into sharper focus internationally due to its mediation efforts between the United States and Iran.

Henry Nicholls struck an unbeaten century as New Zealand moved into a commanding position against England on the third day of the second Test at The Oval on Friday. New Zealand closed on 252 for three in their second innings, holding an overall lead of 352 runs, with Nicholls unbeaten on 119. Seeking to level the three-match series after a 115-run defeat in the first Test at Lord’s, New Zealand recovered from 28 for two through a decisive third-wicket partnership between Nicholls and Rachin Ravindra. The pair added 161 runs in 33 overs before Ravindra was trapped lbw by Jacob…

Deeply rooted in a millennium of dragon boat lore, this year’s Hangzhou Xixi Dragon Boat Cultural Festival seamlessly blends exhilarating races with water performances and cultural activities. Opening day on Friday featured a series of distinctive events, starting with seven teams battling it out on a 700-meter course. Next came the highly anticipated Xixi International Dragon Boat Race, where ten elite teams took to the water, bringing together Chinese athletes and international enthusiasts from 20 countries, including Russia, the US, Nigeria, the UK, and Malaysia. The 1,500-meter racecourse, which winds through the Xixi Wetland and is run to international standards,…

China’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Sun Lei, called on the international community to unite and take stronger humanitarian action on Friday, warning that growing global crises are outpacing available resources. During a general debate on humanitarian affairs, Sun said the world is facing an increasingly severe humanitarian situation, with armed conflicts causing widespread casualties and displacement, while climate change and natural disasters are worsening the hardships faced by vulnerable populations. He said the widening gap between humanitarian needs and available resources requires an urgent and coordinated international response. Sun urged all parties to uphold the fundamental humanitarian…

Pakistan has formally urged the United Nations Security Council to take notice of what it calls India’s violations of the Indus Waters Treaty, warning that New Delhi’s recent actions could jeopardise Pakistan’s water security and heighten regional tensions. A letter from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar was delivered to the President of the UN Security Council by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad. The communication outlines Pakistan’s concerns over alleged treaty breaches and calls for urgent international attention. In the letter, Dar warned that India’s actions pose serious risks to Pakistan’s water security,…

The foreign ministers of eight Arab-Islamic countries, including Pakistan, have strongly condemned the continued and escalating violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, including recent attacks on two mosques north of Ramallah. In a joint statement issued by the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Türkiye, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates on Thursday, the ministers denounced attacks on the Grand Mosque in the village of Jiljilya and Al-Farouq Mosque in the village of Mazar’a al-Nubani. The ministers said the attacks represented a blatant violation of the sanctity of religious sites and places…