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WASHINGTON : US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir over lunch on Wednesday, White House spokesperson said. A White House itinerary of President Trump for Wednesday shows his lunch meeting with Field Marshal Munir. Earlier on Monday, Field Marshal Munir interacted with the overseas Pakistani community in Washington DC as he is on an official visit to the United States. He received a warm reception and welcome from the overseas Pakistanis, who gathered in large numbers to meet with the army chief “The diaspora warmly appreciated the outstanding…

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has launched a special flight operation to repatriate over 150 Pakistanis stranded in Iran after the closure of Iranian airspace, according to official sources. A special PIA Airbus A320 aircraft departed from Peshawar and landed in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, where the stranded Pakistanis had been transported from Iran’s Mashhad city. The Pakistani nationals, including citizens from Tehran and family members of embassy officials posted in Iran, had been stuck for several days due to regional flight disruptions. According to sources, their movement from Iran to Turkmenistan was facilitated by the Pakistani embassy in Tehran…

The Iranian armed forces on Tuesday launched a fresh round of missile and drone strikes targeting what it called Israeli regime positions in the occupied Palestinian territories, marking the tenth wave of attacks since hostilities began. According to Iranian state media, the strikes were carried out from various regions across the country and triggered air raid sirens in multiple locations within the occupied territories. Initial reports indicated significant damage in some areas, though Israeli authorities had yet to release an official statement at the time of filing. Earlier on Tuesday, Iran reportedly used cruise missiles for the first time since…

A viral video by a foreign travel vlogger has triggered swift action by local authorities against a private hotel on the banks of the scenic Attabad Lake in Gilgit-Baltistan. The hotel faces serious allegations of discharging untreated sewage into the lake’s pristine waters, prompting environmental concerns and a public outcry on social media. The controversy began when George Buckley, a travel influencer and vlogger, visited Attabad Lake and shared a video claiming that the hotel concerned was allegedly polluting the lake. He pointed to a brownish tint in parts of the water and a foul smell, suggesting sewage discharge as…

Actors Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed, once best friends and now life partners, have shared a strong bond for over a decade. Their relationship has weathered many ups and downs, and they’ve always stood by each other. When they announced their wedding plans, the internet was flooded with love and well-wishes. The couple recently had their nikkah in Makkah, surrounded by close friends and family. Known for their deep affection for one another, Gohar Rasheed went all out to celebrate Kubra Khan’s birthday. He surprised her with a grand celebration attended by their close friends and loved ones. Kubra…

A growing body of scientific research has established a strong link between diet and sleep, revealing that increased consumption of fruits and vegetables can significantly enhance the quality and duration of sleep. Foods rich in natural compounds—such as fibre, antioxidants, and essential vitamins and minerals—play a crucial role in promoting restful sleep, according to recent studies. These findings suggest that adopting a plant-based diet may serve as a natural remedy for improving sleep patterns, especially in urban populations facing high rates of sleep disturbances. One of the key components contributing to better sleep is melatonin, a hormone that regulates the…

Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has presented a signed national team jersey to former US President Donald Trump, bearing a personal message that reads “Playing for Peace”. The symbolic gesture was made during the G7 Summit currently underway in Alberta, where world leaders have convened to discuss pressing global issues, including the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran. The jersey was handed over to Trump by Portugal’s former Prime Minister António Costa, who attended the summit as a special guest. Costa, a long-time ally of Ronaldo, is said to have maintained close relations with the footballer over the years and…

Former Pakistan skipper Babar Azam has secured a landmark deal with Sydney Sixers, becoming one of the highest-paid players in Big Bash League (BBL) history, ahead of the league’s 15th edition. The Sixers confirmed Azam’s signing on Friday, utilising the BBL provision that allows franchises to pre-sign one overseas player before the official draft. According to sources close to the development, Babar’s contract exceeds the Platinum category’s base price — estimated around PKR 7.75 crore — with his final salary reported to be nearly PKR 10 crore. This marks Babar Azam’s first appearance in Australia’s premier T20 competition and is…

OpenAI has enabled image generation through ChatGPT directly within WhatsApp, eliminating the need to switch between apps or websites. The feature, which became available in December 2024, was formally rolled out for all users on Monday, the company confirmed in a statement issued via its official handle on X (formerly Twitter). OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, said the new update allows users to generate AI images from within the WhatsApp chat interface by simply typing their instructions, marking a new step in the integration of generative AI tools into widely-used messaging platforms. “This feature is now accessible to everyone using…

KARACHI : Fire broke out at a shopping mall located in Gulistan-e-Johar area of Karachi on Tuesday night which spread quickly and engulfed a large portion of the building. At least 12 fire brigade vehicles and rescue teams reached the spot after being informed and started operation to bring the fire under control. According to rescue sources, the cause of fire is not yet known. Rescue sources also informed that no casualty was reported in the incident. Meanwhile, Fire brigade officials declared the blaze to be a second-degree fire. Fire brigade sources have expressed fear that the fire would spread…