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The nation is observing his 86th death anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal today (Tuesday) across the country to acknowledge his struggle and services for a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Subcontinent. Allama Muhammad Iqbal was born in Sialkot on November 9, 1877. He is also recognised as national poet, and known as Muffakir-e-Pakistan (thinker of Pakistan), Shair-e-Mashriq (poet of the east) and Hakeemul Ummat (doctor of the Muslim ummah) and is credited with sparking the pan-Islamic thought among Muslims of the Subcontinent. Allama Iqbal envisioned the idea of a separate homeland for the Muslims of subcontinent‚ which led…

Owing to the closure of the Red Zone a significant change has been made to the decision regarding keeping the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) and Islamabad High Court (IHC) open. This decision has been revised and both courts will remain closed today (Tuesday). According to the Registrar of the Islamabad High Court, it has now been decided to keep the Islamabad High Court closed today (Tuesday). The decision was taken due to the closure of the Red Zone. Just a few hours ago, the Registrar’s Office had informed the media that the Islamabad High Court would remain open, but it…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Monday received a telephone call from António Costa, President of the European Council. During their cordial conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the current situation in the Middle East. The Prime Minister shared with President Costa the latest updates on Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach and peace efforts. President Costa expressed deep appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting dialogue and stability in the region, and said that the EU was ready to support this process, in every possible manner. Both leaders stressed on the need to continue with dialogue and diplomacy to ensure lasting regional…

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has firmly rejected the idea of negotiations under pressure, saying such talks are unacceptable under any circumstances. In a message shared on social media, he accused Donald Trump of attempting to turn diplomatic negotiations into a “surrender table.” Ghalibaf said that by enforcing a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz and breaching the ceasefire, the US president is miscalculating if he believes Iran can be forced into submission or that such actions could justify further escalation. He emphasized that coercion does not produce results in diplomacy and reiterated that Iran will not engage in talks under threats. He added that…

The US Air Force has extended the service life of its A-10 “Warthog” attack aircraft until 2030, even as the ageing platform remains tied to recent combat operations in the Strait of Hormuz, where one aircraft was lost in disputed circumstances during heightened tensions with Iran. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink announced the extension, saying it will preserve combat capability while the defence industrial base ramps up production of newer aircraft. The decision comes against the backdrop of an earlier A-10 loss in the region, which Iranian authorities claimed was a shootdown, while US accounts described it as a crash…

WhatsApp is selling a new premium subscription that includes more custom features, part of a broader effort by parent company Meta Platforms Inc. to build a revenue stream that can complement its core advertising business. “WhatsApp is testing a new, optional subscription called WhatsApp Plus, designed for users who want more ways to organize and personalize their experience,” WhatsApp said in a statement. “We’re starting with a small test to gather feedback and ensure we’re building something people find genuinely valuable.” Paying subscribers will get access to some additional WhatsApp features like more pinned chats, custom lists and new ways…

The government has launched a nationwide upskilling programme “AI Seekho 2026” through which it plans to train the country’s young population in artificial intelligence and provide them with economic opportunities, state-run media reported on Monday. Pakistan’s information ministry has launched the AI Seekho program in partnership with Google for Developers, Telenor Pakistan and leading IT company Innovista, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan said. It said the programme is designed to introduce hands-on “vibe coding” technique— which refers to the practice of prompting AI tools to generate code rather than writing it manually— using tools such as Google AI Studio and Antigravity.…

Anne Hathaway has been named People magazine’s Most Beautiful Woman, appearing as the May cover star. In the accompanying interview, the 43-year-old actress – who recently thwarted plastic surgery accusations – opened up about movies, marriage, and her perspective on beauty. ‘A filmmaker once told me this: Beauty can contain within it ugliness as long as it contains truth. So for me beauty always falls along those lines,’ she answered when asked how she defines what’s beautiful. The silver screen siren also discussed how she stays in shape, shouting out her personal trainer. ‘I love working out with Monique Eastwood,’…

International sensation Ed Sheeran is reportedly set to lend his voice for Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King, if industry buzz is to be believed. In an interview, music composer Anirudh Ravichander hinted at a possible collaboration. While he clarified that nothing has been officially locked yet, his statement that “something is cooking” has been enough to send fans into a frenzy. The speculation isn’t entirely out of nowhere. Fans were quick to connect the dots after Shah Rukh Khan made a special appearance in Ed Sheeran’s recent track “Sapphire,” which also featured Arijit Singh. The song turned into a…

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that adherence to promises and agreements forms the foundation of meaningful negotiations, while stressing that there is a significant lack of trust between Iran and the United States. In a statement posted on social media, Pezeshkian said that Iranians are well aware of the conduct of the U.S. government, alleging that Washington seeks to force Iran into submission. He added that the Iranian people would not yield under pressure under any circumstances. He further described recent signals from the United States as contradictory and unconstructive, saying they send a negative message at a time…