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Dr Fauzia met her sister Dr Aafia Siddiqui after 20 years

2Jun

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Latest, Pakistan

Dr Fauzia met her sister Dr Aafia Siddiqui after 20 years

Dr. Aafia Siddiqui met her sister after long 20 years on Wednesday. Dr. Aafia Siddiqui is a Pakistani citizen and a neuroscientist. She had been convicted in Manhattan in 2010 on charges that she sought to shoot U.S. military officers. While being detained in Afghanistan two years earlier. After an unbearable wait of 20 years. Dr. Aafia Siddiqui finally got to meet her sister Dr Fouzia Siddiqui in the Fort Worth town of the United States, where Dr Aafia is currently detained. Senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan of the Jamat-e-Islami (JI) and British attorney Clive Stafford Smith accompanied Dr. Fouzia Siddiqui during her meeting with Dr. Aafia. In a tweet, Senator Mushtaq narrated the horrific sufferings that Dr. Aafia has to through each day. The meeting between both the sisters lasted ...

Malaysia impounded PIA aircraft again over $4 million in dues

2Jun

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Business, Global, Pakistan

Malaysia impounded PIA aircraft again over $4 million in dues

In a recent development, Malaysia has once again impounded a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) aircraft over unpaid dues amounting to $4 million. This incident comes as a blow to the already struggling national airline of Pakistan. Which has been facing financial troubles and reputational damage in recent years. The Malaysia authorities took action to detain the impounded PIA aircraft. A Boeing 777, which was scheduled to depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. This is not the first time that PIA has faced such a situation in Malaysia. Last year, in a similar incident, the Malaysian authorities impounded another PIA aircraft over unpaid lease dues. The outstanding amount of $4 million is reportedly related to aircraft ground handling and parking charges. Malaysian author...

UN warned Pakistan about upcoming food crises

31May

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

UN warned Pakistan about upcoming food crises

Acute food insecurity in Pakistan is likely to rise in the next months if the country's economic and political turmoil intensifies. Aggravating the consequences of the 2022 floods, according to a new United Nations (UN) report released on Monday. Describing Pakistan and 21 other crisis-hit countries as “hotspots of very high concerns”, two Rome-based UN agencies. In their new early warning report said that the nations will witness an increase in acute food insecurity over the next six months. The report by the World Food Programme (WFP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) calls for urgent attention to save both lives and livelihoods. It covers the period from June to November 2023. Since the pandemic, Pakistan has been battered by calamities that have pushed up th...

Review of Judgements Act 2023 signed by President Alvi

30May

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan

Review of Judgements Act 2023 signed by President Alvi

In a significant move towards enhancing judicial transparency and accountability, President Alvi recently signed the Review of Judgements Act 2023. The groundbreaking legislation establishes a robust framework to review court judgments, ensuring ongoing scrutiny and improving justice. The Act represents a crucial milestone in strengthening the judicial system and upholding the principles of fairness and impartiality. The Review of Judgements Act 2023 establishes a structured mechanism to review court judgments, enhancing the efficiency of the judicial process. A designated body will identify errors, inconsistencies, and potential miscarriages of justice. This process will be conducted in a transparent and impartial manner, reinforcing public trust in the judiciary. By introducing th...

Bebe Rexha graced the Cannes wearing Faraz Manan

26May

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Latest, Pakistan, Showbiz

Bebe Rexha graced the Cannes wearing Faraz Manan

Grammy-nominated singer Bebe Rexha turned heads and exuded glamour. As she graced the amfAR gala at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cannes on Thursday. She was wearing a gown that was the creation of Pakistani Designer Faraz Manan. Bebe Rexha looked nothing short of sensational in a black figure-hugging gown. As she attended the amfAR gala at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cannes on Thursday. The Say My Name singer, 33, dressed to impress for the star-studded evening after slamming people for referencing her weight gain. Her custom Faraz Manan glittering garment boasted a busty corset-style top with a huge taupe bow on the back which cascaded behind her as she walked. Manan, a celebrated Pakistani designer known for his exquisite creations. He shared an image of the singer on his official I...