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A local court in Islamabad on Monday issued arrest warrants for opposition leaders Omar Ayub, Aamir Dogar, and Aamir Mughal over their failure to appear in two cases related to the violation of Section 144. Judicial Magistrate Shahzad Khan, who presided over the hearing, accepted exemption pleas filed on behalf of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan and Shoaib Shaheen. However, arguments on the acquittal applications of the accused could not be presented during the proceedings. The cases against Barrister Gohar and other PTI leaders were registered at the I-9 police station in connection with alleged violations of the…

Britain’s privacy watchdog, the Information Commissioner’s Office, on Monday launched an investigation into how TikTok, Reddit (RDDT.N), opens new tab and online image sharing website Imgur safeguard children’s privacy. Social media companies use complex algorithms to prioritise content and keep users engaged. However, the fact that they amplify similar content can lead to children being influenced by increasing amounts of harmful material. The watchdog said it is probing how Chinese company ByteDance’s short-form video-sharing platform TikTok uses 13–17-year-olds’ personal information to suggest content in their feed. Social media and discussion platform Reddit, and Imgur are being investigated over how they…

Supreme Court’s seven-member constitutional bench has adjourned the hearing of an intra-court appeal regarding the trial of civilians in military courts until tomorrow. During the proceedings, civil society’s lawyer, Faisal Siddiqi, argued that if his argument is accepted, not the law but the trials themselves would be declared null and void. He stated that cases in which sentences are still pending would be transferred to the Anti-Terrorism Court, while those where punishments have already been carried out would be considered a “past and closed transaction.” He further asserted that if the court exercises a power that it does not possess,…

Today marks nine years since the arrest of Kulbhushan Jadhav, an Indian spy who was running a terror network in Pakistan under the alias Hussain Mubarak Patel. Jadhav, a serving Commander in the Indian Navy, was apprehended by Pakistani intelligence agencies on March 3, 2016. According to investigations, Jadhav had been involved in terrorist activities in Pakistan since 2003 while working for India’s intelligence agency RAW. He entered Iran’s Chabahar region using a fake passport and later expanded his network under the cover of a scrap business. During his confession, Jadhav admitted to RAW’s involvement in terrorist attacks in Pakistan,…

Australia spinner Adam Zampa said he was below his best at the Champions Trophy but would still be ready to take big wickets in the semi-final against India on Tuesday. Zampa took 2-48 in the washed-out group match against Afghanistan and 2-64 in the five-wicket win over England in Lahore to help Australia reach the last four of the ODI tournament. The veteran legspinner may be key to Australia’s hopes of victory in Dubai, where India, who refused to play in co-hosting nation Pakistan, won their three group matches on spin-friendly wickets. “Personally, I don’t think I’m bowling quite at…

Peshawar is witnessing a sharp rise in the prices of essential food items as the second fast of Ramadan is observed. The cost of gram flour (besan) and rice, widely used in Iftar preparations, has increased by Rs 20 to Rs 50 per kilogram. Ramadan Price Hike in Peshawar Item Previous Price (Rs per kg) New Price (Rs per kg) Increase (Rs) Gram Flour (Besan) 175 190 15 Rice 265 280 15 Red Kidney Beans 370 430 60 Sugar 130 160 30 As Ramadan begins, inflation continues to hit hard across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), making it increasingly difficult for citizens…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of gas shortages during Sehar and Iftar in the holy month of Ramadan and directed immediate measures to ensure uninterrupted supply to consumers. In response to public complaints, the prime minister convened an emergency meeting late Monday night, attended by the managing directors and senior officials of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) and Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL). The meeting focused on addressing gas supply issues, particularly in areas facing low pressure. Following the Premier’s directives, SSGC announced an immediate 10 per cent increase in gas pressure. Additionally, to mitigate supply challenges,…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed readiness to proceed with a minerals agreement with the United States, despite a recent public confrontation with former US President Donald Trump. Speaking to journalists at London Stansted Airport following a key summit with European leaders, Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv was prepared to sign the deal, which was derailed after a heated exchange with Trump last week. “It is our policy to continue despite what happened in the past. We are constructive. If we agreed upon signing it, we were ready to sign it,” he told reporters via a translator. “Honestly, I believe that…

The 97th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, celebrating the finest achievements in cinema over the past year. Independent drama Anora emerged as the night’s biggest winner, securing multiple top honours, including Best Picture, Best Actress for Mikey Madison, Best Director for Sean Baker, and Best Original Screenplay. The star-studded event saw veteran actor Adrien Brody winning Best Actor for his role in The Brutalist, while Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez) and Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain) took home Best Supporting Actress and Best Supporting Actor awards, respectively. Key wins and surprises One of the standout moments of the…

As more Chinese films make their way into international theaters, they not only demonstrate China’s advanced film technology but also highlight the country’s rich cultural heritage. These films have sparked global discussions about Chinese culture and served as a bridge to connect audiences around the world. A poster for the Chinese film “Detective Chinatown 1900.” /VCG The Chinese animated blockbuster “Ne Zha 2” has achieved remarkable success, grossing a total box office of more than 14.44 billion yuan (around $1.98 billion), including pre-sales and overseas earnings, as of 4 p.m. on March 2 Beijing Time, according to online movie platform Maoyan.…