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US Federal officials confirmed Thursday that several people of Somali origin were arrested in Minneapolis as part of a nationwide immigration crackdown, just days after President Donald Trump used inflammatory language against Somali immigrants. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said arrests began on Monday, offering profiles of 12 detainees — five from Somalia and the rest from Mexico and El Salvador. Officials described them as “dangerous criminals,” citing convictions for offenses ranging from fraud and vehicle theft to criminal sexual conduct and DUI. The arrests came two days after Trump attacked Somali immigrants during a televised cabinet meeting, calling…

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began summit talks in New Delhi on Friday, marking Putin’s first visit to India in four years. The meeting comes as India faces mounting US pressure over its Russian oil imports while seeking to strengthen long-standing strategic ties with Moscow. During the opening session of their summit, Modi told Putin that India was committed to peace in Ukraine. “India is not neutral — India has a position, and that position is for peace,” Modi said. “We support every effort for peace.” Putin thanked Modi for his “attention and efforts” to…

As 2025 comes to a close, Google has revealed the most popular “How-to” searches in Pakistan, offering a window into the country’s tech-savvy and problem-solving mindset. Queries ranged from navigating digital services to exploring financial opportunities, reflecting the evolving online habits of Pakistanis. E-Challan in Karachi tops the list The most searched “How-to” query in Pakistan was “How To Check E Challan Karachi.” Launched on October 27, 2025, the AI-powered e-challan system was designed to curb traffic violations in Karachi. Within just two months, hundreds of thousands of tickets were issued, and the online portal allowed citizens to quickly check…

The Ministry of Defense on Friday formally announced the appointment of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir as the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) and extended the tenure of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu by two years. Both notifications were issued following presidential approval on the recommendation of the prime minister. The Ministry of Defense issued an official notification confirming the appointment of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir as the Chief of Defense Forces. His tenure is set for five years. This decision follows the presidential approval, which was granted after the prime minister’s recommendation. The formal notification was…

The US plans to expand the number of countries covered by its travel ban to more than 30, US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on Thursday. Noem, in an interview on Fox News’ “The Ingraham Angle,” was asked to confirm whether the administration of President Donald Trump would be increasing the number of countries on the travel ban list to 32. “I won’t be specific on the number, but it’s over 30, and the president is continuing to evaluate countries,” she said. Trump signed a proclamation in June banning the citizens of 12 countries from entering the United States…

Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce are planning a mid-2026 wedding, and sources reveal the pop icon went to extraordinary lengths to secure her preferred date. The couple is reportedly set to marry on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the luxurious Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. The Significance of June 13 The date holds special meaning for Taylor, as 13 has long been considered her lucky number. Fans have speculated that the numerology behind 6/13/26 — which reduces to the number 9 — may symbolize completion and the start of a new cycle, making it a symbolic…

The Islamabad court declared on Friday Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Mirza Shahzad Akbar a proclaimed offender, issuing an arrest warrant in a case registered over his statements on X (formerly Twitter). The decision comes after Akbar failed to appear in court multiple times despite repeated summons. Judicial Magistrate Muhammad Abbas Shah issued a written order formally declaring Shahzad Akbar a proclaimed offender. The court also ordered the issuance of an arrest warrant against him in connection with the case. Background of the case The case against Mirza Shahzad Akbar was registered by the National Counter Terrorism and Cybercrime Investigation Agency…

Pakistani superstar Ayeza Khan has found herself at the centre of an online debate after fans noticed visible changes in her latest photos shared from a European vacation. The actor, widely admired for both her performances and beauty, has left some followers wondering whether her new look is the result of styling or cosmetic procedures. Ayeza, often hailed as one of the most attractive faces in Pakistan’s entertainment industry, has enjoyed a massive fan base since her debut in the late 2000s. Known for versatile roles in hit dramas like Mere Paas Tum Ho and Tum Kon Piya, she has…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : A handover ceremony for medical consumables provided under TİKA’s “Medical Support for Thalassemia Patients Project” was held on 4 December 2025 at Frontier Foundation Peshawar. The event was attended by Saliha Tuna, TİKA Islamabad Program Coordinator; Sahibzada Haleem, Chairman of Frontier Foundation; Dr. Basit Saleem, Regional Director General Health Services; Saeedullah, Special Secretary Health of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; as well as prominent local philanthropists. Thalassemia remains a major public health concern in Pakistan, where the carrier rate stands at 5–7%, amounting to over 10 million carriers nationwide. Each year, approximately 5,000 new cases are diagnosed, and an…

UK universities are increasingly shutting their doors to applicants from Pakistan and Bangladesh, citing soaring visa refusal rates and tightened Home Office requirements. At least nine higher education institutions have imposed restrictions, leaving thousands of genuine students stranded and the international education sector under pressure. Multiple UK universities have moved to halt or limit applications from students in Pakistan and Bangladesh, which Home Office officials classify as “high-risk” due to increased visa scrutiny. Institutions say the shift follows growing fears of visa abuse, rising asylum claims, and new compliance thresholds that carry severe consequences for sponsors, as per a report…