Litmus Test for India’s Democracy
This shift towards authoritarianism raises significant concerns about the future of democracy in India. The government’s influence over these institutions has raised concerns about the integrity of India’s democracy. As Modi enters his third term, the 2024 elections will serve as a critical test for India’s democracy. Under Narendra Modi, India has seen a significant shift towards authoritarianism, driven by the Hindutva ideology. As a significant player on the world stage, India’s shift towards authoritarianism could embolden similar movements in other democracies.
Source:The Nation
July 03, 2024 09:51 UTC
Eminem pays tribute to Tobey Maguire in new single, 'Tobey'
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman recap the first two Deadpool movies in anticipation of Deadpool 3The two actors discuss the ups and downs of the Merc with a Mouth's adventures, from his first appearance in X-Men Origins: Wolverine to his own solo movies. Updated 9 hours ago
Source:The Express Tribune
July 03, 2024 09:48 UTC
Monsoon Rains to Hit Pakistan | Weather Update | Pakistan Rain
Breaking: Petrol and Diesel Prices Increased | New petrol pricesPetrol prices have been raised by Rs 7.45 per litre, from Rs 258.16 to Rs 265.61 per litre, and high-speed diesel prices have been increased by Rs 9.60 per litre, from Rs 267.89 to Rs 277.49 per litreUpdated Jul 01, 2024
Source:The Express Tribune
July 03, 2024 09:35 UTC
ECP finalises arrangements to hold PK-22, Bajaur-IV by-poll
ISLAMABAD - The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has finalized the arrangements to conduct bye-election in PK-22, Bajaur-IV on July 11th under proper security cover to ensure safety of voters. According to the ECP notification, the election campaign for Bye-Elections in PK-22, Bajaur-IV would end from the midnight falling between the July 9th and 10th, said a press release on Tuesday. The political parties and the candidates have been requested to follow the provisions of law and exercise self-restraint so that the poll are conducted in an orderly and peaceful manner on July 11. “Any person who contravenes these provisions of law shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years or with fine which may extend to one hundred thousand rupees or with both,” the notification said.
Source:The Nation
July 03, 2024 08:32 UTC
Drake celebrates Canada Day as hip-hop rivalries heat up
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman recap the first two Deadpool movies in anticipation of Deadpool 3The two actors discuss the ups and downs of the Merc with a Mouth's adventures, from his first appearance in X-Men Origins: Wolverine to his own solo movies. Updated 9 hours ago
Source:The Express Tribune
July 03, 2024 07:18 UTC
WATCH: Harbhajan Singh insults Babar Azam on live TV show
A recent video clip featuring former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has gone viral on social media, highlighting the cricketer’s humorous reaction to a comparison between Pakistan’s captain Babar Azam and West Indies cricket legend Brian Lara. In the video from a local sports platform, Harbhajan initially preferred Brian Lara over Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara when asked to choose between the two cricketing greats. However, when the comparison shifted to Brian Lara versus Babar Azam, Harbhajan burst into laughter. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s national cricket team recently faced disappointment in the T20 World Cup. Despite these wins, their early losses led to their elimination from the tournament.
Source:Pakistan Today
July 03, 2024 05:24 UTC
Alliance of opposition parties is a natural process, SK Niazi
Some basic concepts need to be clarified, Justice (R) WajihauddinIn the recent budget, the target was again made to the public, Malik BostanISLAMABAD:Chief Editor Sardar Khan Niazi’s conversation in Sachi Baat programmeFawad Chaudhry and Umar Ayub have been federal ministers during PTI era, SK NiaziAlliance of opposition parties is a natural process,No one sees a bright future for PTI,In the current situation, it is a big thing for leaders to stay with PTI,Did founder PTI live up to what he said,Maulana Fazlur Rehman, Shehbaz Sharif, Asif Zardari also did not live up to their wordsThere can be negotiations, if the intention is clear, then the destination is easy,PML-N and PPP made PTI oppressor by working together,The recent election is not rigged but rigged, senior aTell me which elections have been transparent since 1970,Many countries, including China, have expressed reservations about the election,Arrests of Asif Zardari, Nawaz Sharif and founder of PTI were not correct,If founder PTI is involved in May 9 then arrest is right,If Kalabagh dam is built, many problems with employment will be solved,Justice (Rtd) Wajihauddin’s talk in the program “Sachi BaatSome basic concepts need to be clarified, Justice (R) WajihauddinThe Election Commission is not under the Supreme Court but must be attached, WajihauddinThe Election Commission did not inform the Supreme Court when the decision on PTI’s election symbol case came, WajihauddinMany things were not presented by the Election Commission in the Supreme Court, WajihauddinThe constitution states that any citizen can form a party or join, Wajihuddin saidIt is not necessary that that political party is already present in the Parliament, Justice (R) WajihauddinIt is there in the constitution that an independent candidate can join a political party within 3 days, WajihauddinThe debate going on in the courts is unnecessary, Justice (R) WajihauddinThe small issue of special seats has been turned into a huge one, said WajihauddinMany hopes were attached to SIFC that the economy would improve, Wajihauddin saidThe recent budget has also watered down all the initiatives of SIFC, WajihauddinElections of political parties are not mentioned in Article 17 of the Constitution, WajihauddinANP did not hold elections for 4 years, it was only fined, WajihauddinNo matter how PTI conducts elections, the party conducts elections, it is certain, WajihauddinThe people of the country and the political parties are being defrauded with the constitution, WajihauddinWhat Maulana Fazlur Rahman said in 2017, he repeated the same thing again,Maulana Fazlur Rehman raised his voice against election rigging,If local investors are running away, why will foreign investors come here? More fear and panic spread from the recent budget, everyone is worried,All affairs in the country have come to a standstill, unemployment is on the rise,Educated youth are forced to do menial jobs,Economist Malik Bostan’s talk in the program “Sachi Baat SK Niazi Saayt”. In the recent budget, the target was again made to the public,Bureaucrats and senior officers’ salaries increased with benefits,The government has promised to give relief as soon as the situation is right,Every year we have to pay interest on the loan,Pakistan has earned 18 thousand billion dollars in interest, says economistWe had reassured the people, many things are improving,Power production needs to be increased so that the industry can run,Cheap electricity is the only solution to the problem in the country, said economistThe scourge of terrorism is licking our country like a termite,We have to stand with the government and walk side by side.
Source:The Patriot
July 03, 2024 01:49 UTC
Restricted options define the path.
There are very few viable options available to the international community when it comes to dealing with the Taliban rule in Afghanistan. However, it would be foolish for the international community to shun Afghanistan and abandon millions of common Afghans. Recall that the last time the international community declined to cooperate with the Taliban, the extremist group became much more aligned with Al Qaeda. It appears that the international community has realized the usefulness of the previously indicated path, as evidenced by the invitation of Taliban leaders to recent UN-sponsored talks over Afghanistan’s future in Doha. That makes it clear that common Afghans shouldn’t be penalized for the Taliban’s antiquated viewpoint.
Source:The Patriot
July 03, 2024 01:09 UTC
Supreme Court's immunity ruling is 'dangerous precedent': Biden
US President Joe Biden criticized the Supreme Court’s decision Monday to grant substantial immunity from prosecution to former President Donald Trump on election subversion charges in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol. Each of us is equal before the law…No one is above the law, not even the president of United States," Biden said. “Today's Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity fundamentally changed that for all practical purposes. His remarks came after the Supreme Court, in a monumental decision, ruled that former presidents enjoy a presumption of criminal immunity for official acts while in the White House, handing a win to Trump. "This is a fundamentally new principle, and it's a dangerous precedent because the power of the office will no longer be constrained by the law, even including the Supreme Court of the United States.
Source:The Nation
July 02, 2024 22:39 UTC
Pakistan qualify for T20 World Cup 2026 without obstacles
Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, South Africa, the West Indies and USA have secured 2026 T20 World Cup spots. Pakistan have got a place in the next edition with their T20I ranking (7th), alongside New Zealand (6th) and Ireland (11th). Meanwhile, the final eight teams for the next world cup will be confirmed by regional qualifiers. There are two qualification spots for Africa, Asia and Europe and one spot for Americas and East-Asia Pacific regions. India won the T20 World Cup 2024 trophy by defeating South Africa by seven runs in a thriller.
Source:The Nation
July 02, 2024 21:51 UTC
Punjab releases SOPs for majalis during Muharram
Punjab home ministry on Tuesday issued Standard Operating Proceudres (SOPs) for majalis during Muharramul Harram. The car parking facility will be established at least 200 meters away from the place of majlis, the SOPs read. The use of loudspeakers will be limited to the majalis and punctuality of the time is also advised. Ashura is known as Youm-e-Ashura the tenth day of Muharram. Ashura observes every year in the month of Islamic Date of Muharram 10.
Source:The Nation
July 02, 2024 21:45 UTC
China dismisses US report on religious freedom claims
China urged the US on Monday to stop using "so-called religious issues" to meddle in its internal affairs, rejecting a report released by Washington last week on religious freedom. People of all ethnic groups in China are fully entitled to the freedom of religious belief as prescribed by law," Mao added. In China, she said, there are close to 200 million religious believers, over 380,000 clerical personnel, about 5,500 religious groups and over 140,000 places registered for religious activities. "Religious discrimination and persecution is commonplace and religious freedom is severely eroded. "We urge the US to respect the facts, correct its wrongdoings, and stop using so-called religious issues to meddle in China’s internal affairs," she added.
Source:The Express Tribune
July 02, 2024 19:38 UTC
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Calls For Enhanced Trade And Connectivity With Tajikistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Calls For Enhanced Trade And Connectivity With TajikistanPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe to discuss enhancing trade, investment, and regional connectivity.
Source:The Express Tribune
July 02, 2024 19:14 UTC
PTI to stage power show in Islamabad on July 6
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced plans to hold a major rally in Islamabad on July 6, following a meeting with PTI founder in Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail on Tuesday. PTI leader Ali Muhammad Khan addressed the media, urging the nation to join the rally in support of freedom and the rule of law. Khan further mentioned that this was the first meeting with the PTI founder since Eid. He expressed sorrow over the conditions faced by the PTI leader, stating, "It is deeply saddening to see the nation’s leader kept in such harsh conditions. The PTI founder has been fighting against a corrupt system and mafia."
Source:The Nation
July 02, 2024 18:16 UTC
Last Few Minutes Of Today's Reserved Seats Case Hearing | Supreme Court Of Pakistan
Last Few Minutes Of Today's Reserved Seats Case Hearing | Supreme Court Of PakistanCatch the crucial final minutes of today's Reserved Seats Case hearing involving PTI at the Supreme Court.
Source:The Express Tribune
July 02, 2024 17:54 UTC