Sharif, Bilawal eye Pak PM post

Political parties in Pakistan yesterday wrangled over terms and conditions of possible coalitions to form the next government after last week’s election resulted in no clear winner.
12 February 2024, 18:00 PM

One in 5 migratory species at risk of extinction

More than a fifth of the world’s migrating species are at risk of going extinct as a result of climate change and human encroachment, according to the United Nation’s first-ever report on migrating animals published yesterday.
12 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Qatar frees eight ex-navy personnel

India’s foreign ministry said yesterday that Qatar had freed eight ex-navy personnel it had previously arrested and sentenced to death, reportedly for spying for Israel.
12 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Uncertainty ahead for Pakistan after indecisive election

Pakistan has weeks of political uncertainty ahead following its indecisive election, analysts said Monday, with dozens of constituency results facing challenges in court and rival parties negotiating possible coalitions
12 February 2024, 08:54 AM

PTI to join hands with ‘another’ to get reserved seats

Barrister Gohar says firm no to power-sharing talks with PML-N or PPP, claims they would prefer to sit in opposition
12 February 2024, 05:55 AM

Coalition talks gather pace in Pakistan

Nawaz Sharif-led Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), who got the most seats in recently concluded polls in the country, yesterday held “successful” talks with the Pakistan Peoples Party of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, who came third, in an early sign that the country is heading towards a unity government.
11 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Philippines landslide death toll jumps to 54 dead

The death toll from a massive Philippine landslide near a gold mine abruptly rose to 54 yesterday, local officials said.
11 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Taiwan detects more Chinese balloons

Taiwan’s defence ministry said yesterday it had detected eight Chinese balloons crossing the Taiwan Strait in the previous 24 hours, of which five flew across Taiwan, the second day in a row is has reported a large number of balloons.
11 February 2024, 18:00 PM

What happens next as no party gains majority

Pakistan’s national election ended with no party winning a majority in parliament, in polls marred by militant violence, political turmoil and questions of transparency.
11 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Pakistan coalition talks hit first bump

MQM denies deal with PML-N; PTI claims it won 170 seats in polls, moves court over alleged irregularities
11 February 2024, 15:59 PM

Indo-Bangla trade through Sultanganj port to open tomorrow

The first cargo vessels carrying stones will be flagged off by India's Minister of State for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Shantanu Thakur from Maia inland customs port tomorrow morning
11 February 2024, 13:49 PM

Pakistan polls: PTI-backed independents lead in final count

Pakistan's national election vote count concluded on Sunday with independents, mostly backed by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, winning 101 of the 264 seats, the election commission's website showed
11 February 2024, 09:58 AM

Pakistan election: All roads lead to coalition

Two of Pakistan's major political parties — the PML-N and PPP — are making hectic efforts to form government in the Centre, Punjab and Balochistan
11 February 2024, 07:50 AM

Khan’s sister says Sharif’s claim to election victory is an ‘insult to Pakistanis’

Aleema Khan, sister of Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan, has said PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif's premature declaration of victory in polls is an "insult to Pakistanis"
11 February 2024, 05:08 AM

Can Pakistan form govt on split election results?

Two days after Pakistan’s general elections were held, a split mandate has emerged among the big three parties and there is little clarity about who will be able to form a government.
10 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Imran Khan granted bail in 12 cases

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) of Pakistan yesterday granted bail to jailed former Pakistan premier Imran Khan in 12 cases linked to the May 9 attacks on military installations.
10 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Govt Formation in Post-Polls Pakistan: Negotiations start after hung verdict

Pakistan’s political parties yesterday began negotiating to form the next government after Thursday’s general election resulted in a hung verdict.
10 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Myanmar junta enforces compulsory military service law

Myanmar’s junta is enforcing a law requiring all men aged 18-35 and women aged 18-27 to serve at least two years under military command, it said yesterday, as it struggles to crush opposition to its 2021 coup.
10 February 2024, 18:00 PM

Imran Khan granted bail in 12 cases

However, Khan will remain in jail as he is convicted in many other cases
10 February 2024, 11:01 AM

Pakistan coalition talks loom after strong vote showing for jailed Khan

Pakistan faces days of political horse-trading after the final few election results released Saturday showed no clear majority, but a strong performance by independent candidates loyal to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan
10 February 2024, 06:04 AM