Trump’s Tariff Tensions Escalate US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on goods imported from Canada, Mexico, and China, escalating trade tensions with the country’s three largest trading partners. The tariffs, set to take effect on Tuesday, include a 25% duty on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on Chinese […]
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Judicial Independence Under Threat Five judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) have raised concerns over the proposed appointment of a transferred judge as the new Chief Justice (CJ) of the IHC. The judges argue that this development poses a threat to judicial independence. They have urged the chief justices of the Supreme Court and
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Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Squad The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has revealed Pakistan’s Champions Trophy squad for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. The tournament will take place in Pakistan from 19 February to 9 March. This squad will also play in a tri-nation ODI series against New Zealand and South Africa as preparation. Selectors adopted a
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Khan Challenges Undemocratic Laws In a media talk from Adiyala Jail on January 29, 2025, former Prime Minister Imran Khan passionately criticized the undemocratic laws in Pakistan. According to him, the draconian PECA law, which increased the punishment for defamation to five years, clearly violates democratic values and freedom of expression. Khan argued that, in
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The New Amendment and Its Impact on Pakistan’s Digital Landscape The recent passage of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act 2025 by the National Assembly of Pakistan has sparked significant concerns. Titled “Amendment Tightens Digital Control,” the amendment introduces a criminal offence for spreading “false and fake information,” carrying a maximum penalty of three
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US Aid Suspension Impact The United States has announced a temporary suspension of aid to Pakistan. This decision, part of a broader policy review, affects various sectors. As US aid to Pakistan is suspended, key development projects have stopped. This suspension impacts cultural preservation, energy, economic growth, and agricultural development projects. Education and health programs,
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West Indies Historic Win West Indies claimed a dominant 120-run victory over Pakistan in the second and final Test of their series, levelling the contest 1-1. This triumph marked the “West Indies Historic win” on Pakistan’s home soil in 34 years, with their last victory in 1990. Pakistan’s Batting Collapse Chasing a target of 254
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Pakistan’s First Mpox Case in 2025 Confirmed During the screening of international passengers at Peshawar Airport, the Ministry of National Health Services and Coordination Saturday confirmed Pakistan’s first Mpox case in 2025. Detection at Peshawar Airport A spokesperson for the Health Ministry reported that the Border Health Services staff detected the patient at Bacha Khan
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World Bank Urges Reforms Stresses Honoring IPP Agreements to Maintain Trust The “World Bank Urges Reforms” for Pakistan to achieve better economic development and prosperity for its population. It also advocated for global mechanisms to compensate climate-affected countries through carbon pricing to deter emissions. In an exclusive discussion, World Bank Vice President for South Asia
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Cybercrime Law Sparks Controversy The National Assembly on Thursday passed the controversial amendment bill to the country’s cybercrime laws. This happened amid a walkout by PTI lawmakers and journalists. The bill, named “The Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Bill, 2025,” aims to penalize fake news and regulate social media. The passage of this bill has
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