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NEW YORK : Pakistan has said that India’s unilateral decision to hold the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) in abeyance in April last year, followed by material breaches including unannounced disruptions of downstream flows and withholding of hydrological information, has created an unprecedented crisis for Pakistan’s water security and regional stability. Speaking during the Global Water Bankruptcy Policy Roundtable hosted by the Permanent Mission of Canada and the United Nations University (UNU), Ambassador Usman Jadoon, acting Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, described the Indian decision as that of a country, which deliberately weaponizes water. “Pakistan’s position is unequivocal; the…

Blinded by its opposition to Pakistan, Bollywood appears to have lost the ability to create fresh content, forcing filmmakers to rely on old films and songs – a trend now being openly criticized by voices within India itself. Renowned Bollywood lyricist and poet Javed Akhtar has strongly criticized the makers of the anti-Pakistan film Border 2, questioning their reliance on recycled material. In an interview with Indian media, Javed Akhtar said that when original songs have already achieved extraordinary success, there is no justification for presenting them again in a new form. He stressed that filmmakers should either create new, high-quality…

China rejected speculation on Wednesday that it would compete for influence in the West as a US bid to take control of Greenland threatens to reshape the power dynamics of a decades-old transatlantic security alliance. US President Donald Trump’s ambition to wrest sovereignty over Greenland from Denmark has rattled NATO members and prompted a rethink of Europe’s traditional security dependence on the United States. Asked if Beijing welcomed the “chaos” over Greenland, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson of the Chinese foreign ministry, told a regular news briefing, “We have no intention of competing for influence with any country, nor would we…

The Lahore sessions court has taken up a case seeking registration of a criminal complaint against YouTuber Rajab Butt and his friends over allegations of spreading fear and panic through a controversial social media video. An additional sessions judge issued notices to all parties involved and directed them to submit their responses by January 30. The court took notice of an application filed by a petitioner requesting formal registration of a case against the suspects. According to the petitioner’s lawyer, the suspects were seen in a social media video allegedly planning to kidnap renowned Youtuber Ducky Bhai. The petition claims…

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with Jiang Zaidong, where both sides agreed to enhance cooperation at government and business levels to accelerate bilateral trade, particularly in the agricultural sector. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on identifying concrete opportunities to expand trade in agricultural products between Pakistan and China. Both sides emphasized the growing importance of agriculture as a key driver of bilateral trade and economic cooperation. The minister underscored the need for a multi-pronged strategy to increase Pakistan’s exports to China. He highlighted that coordinated efforts across multiple sectors and institutions are essential to unlocking…

A heartbreaking development emerged during the ongoing search operation at Gul Plaza, where rescue teams recovered human organs and remains from the rubble of a burnt shop, deepening the tragedy of one of Karachi’s deadliest fire incidents in recent years. According to rescue sources, human organs, including teeth, skull fragments, and bones, were recovered from the debris of shop number 144, located on the ninth floor of the building. Rescuers said remains of approximately 10 people have so far been recovered from the shop, while it is feared that as many as 17 people, including women, were present there at…

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday granted protective bail to lawyer and rights activist Imaan Mazari and her husband, Advocate Hadi Ali Chattha. The petition for protective bail was heard by Justice Azam Khan, following a case registered against the couple at Kohsar Police Station. Senator Kamran Murtaza appeared on behalf of the petitioners and argued that this was the first time a woman had spent an entire night within the Islamabad High Court premises in a bid to seek protection from arrest. He questioned the conduct of the Islamabad Police, asking why the authorities had not arrested his…

As the Pakistan Super League (PSL) gears up for its 11th edition, sources have revealed the latest categorization of Pakistani players. Several top stars retain their spots, while others see promotions or shifts that could impact team strategies for the upcoming season. Babar Azam, Muhammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, and Shadab Khan have retained their Platinum status, ensuring their position among the league’s top earners and key players. Meanwhile, Mohammad Nawaz and Salman Ali Agha have been promoted from Diamond to Platinum, reflecting their recent form and importance in domestic and international cricket. Hassan Ali has also moved from Diamond to…

Pakistan has finalized its 15-member squad for the upcoming Cricket World Cup, sources confirmed on Wednesday, with several major inclusions and notable omissions shaping the final team combination. According to sources, the selection committee has locked in the final squad for the World Cup after extensive deliberations. The team will represent Pakistan national cricket team in the mega event. Babar included, Rizwan and Haris Rauf left out Former captain Babar Azam has been included in the World Cup squad, sources said. However, star wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan and fast bowler Haris Rauf have failed to secure places in the final…

The ICC has released its latest player rankings, marking a significant shift in the ODI batting chart. Daryl Mitchell of New Zealand has climbed to the number one spot, ending Virat Kohli’s reign, while other top players like Rohit Sharma and Babar Azam maintained strong positions. New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell has risen to the top of the ICC ODI batting rankings after an inspiring performance in recent matches. The 34-year-old’s consistent form, including his ninth ODI century, helped him surpass India’s Virat Kohli, who now sits in second place. Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran claimed third place, followed by India’s Rohit Sharma…