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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan has filed a contempt of court petition after being denied a meeting with her brother. The petition names the Superintendent of Adiala Jail, the Federal Secretary for Interior, and the Punjab Home Department Secretary as respondents. Aleema Khan stated in her application to the Islamabad High Court that despite the court’s order dated March 24, she was not allowed to meet Imran Khan, and the order was not implemented. The petition requests that those responsible for failing to comply with the Islamabad High Court’s directives be punished for contempt of…

The European Commission said on Friday that Apple’s Apple Ads and Apple Maps likely meet the thresholds to be considered “gatekeepers” as defined by the Digital Markets Act, a designation the United States tech giant immediately disputed. So-called gatekeepers have to adhere to a strict set of rules on moderation of content, allowing fair competition and making it easier for consumers to switch between services. The DMA designates companies with more than 45 million monthly active users and 75 billion euros ($79bn) in market capitalisation as gatekeepers, which provide a core platform service for business users. The EU Commission said notifications…

The United Arab Emirates has not imposed any new visa restrictions on Pakistani citizens, the Foreign Office spokesperson clarified. At the weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi highlighted several key diplomatic developments. He said Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, also rejected reports of any new restrictions. The spokesperson noted that a parliamentary committee may have been briefed based on outdated records. Reiterating the official position, the Foreign Office confirmed that the UAE has not introduced any new measures affecting Pakistan. He stated that the Prime Minister undertook a two-day official visit to Bahrain, while…

The national weekly inflation rate increased by 0.73%, while annual inflation reached 4.32%, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Sugar Prices in various cities ranging between Rs179 and Rs220 per kg. During the past week, prices of 14 essential commodities rose, while 12 items recorded a decrease. The prices of 25 essential goods remained stable, PBS reported. Items that became more expensive included moong dal, ghee, cooking oil, and powdered milk. Sugar, jaggery, beef, electricity, LPG, cigarettes, and firewood also saw price hikes. The report noted that electricity tariffs for lower-income consumers rose by more than 11%. Meanwhile,…

In view of the prevailing law and order situation, security around the Adiala Jail has been put on high alert, while a special security plan would remain in effect for an indefinite period. According to details, heavy police deployment has been positioned at five checkpoints along the routes leading to the jail. These checkpoints have been set up at Dahgal, Jail Gate-1, Gate-5, Factory Naka, and Gorakhpur, where police personnel will remain stationed. Police officials will perform 12-hour duty shifts, with SHOs from 12 police stations, along with female officers and additional staff, deployed for security. More than 700 personnel…

In a significant milestone for international cricket cooperation, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Italian Cricket Federation (FCRI) have signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MoU). The agreement comes immediately after Italy’s qualification for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, marking a new chapter in sports diplomacy between the two nations. The MoU was formally signed by PCB Chief Operating Officer Sumair Ahmad Syed and FCRI President Maria Lorena Haz Paz. Joint development of men’s, women’s cricket The agreement is aimed at supporting the advancement of both men’s and women’s cricket in Italy. With Italy’s recent rise on…

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) has officially announced the results of the second annual intermediate examinations. Tens of thousands of students across Pakistan appeared in Part I and Part II exams, with overall pass percentages showing strong performance in both categories. According to the federal board, a total of 88,746 students appeared in the second annual examinations for Intermediate Part I. Out of these: 71,845 students passed 15,628 students failed Success rate: 82% The high pass percentage reflects strong participation and performance in the first-year examinations. Part II results: 65.35% students pass For Intermediate Part…

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Education Directorate has issued a new school timetable as dense fog continues to affect visibility across several districts. Under the revised schedule, schools in Mardan, Charsadda, Nowshera and Swabi will now open at 9am until weather conditions improve. Officials say the decision has been taken exclusively to ensure the safety of students who commute early in the morning. New timetable until fog clears According to the announcement, the updated schedule will remain in place until the fog completely clears. The Education Directorate has issued a formal notification to all districts, directing school heads to strictly follow the…

The death toll from floods across large swathes of Southeast Asia rose to at least 183 on Friday, with authorities in the region working to rescue stranded citizens, restore power and communications and coordinate recovery efforts as the waters began to recede. Large parts of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand have been stricken by cyclone-fuelled torrential rain for a week, with a rare tropical storm forming in the Malacca Strait. Another 46 people were killed by a cyclone in the South Asian island nation of Sri Lanka, authorities said. On badly hit Sumatra in Indonesia, 94 people had been confirmed dead…

Bollywood actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have officially announced the name of their newborn daughter. On Friday, the couple took to Instagram to share a tender photo of their baby’s tiny feet wrapped in woollen socks, recreating their pregnancy announcement style. Alongside the picture, they wrote, “From our prayers, to our arms🙏🏻 our divine blessing, our princess, Saraayah Malhotra सरायाह मल्होत्रा.” The heartfelt post immediately drew affectionate reactions from fans and friends. Meaning behind name Saraayah Although the couple did not explain how they chose the name, multiple sources suggest “Saraayah” may be inspired by the Hebrew word “Sarah,”…