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   - Iran is not seeking to escalate regional tensions but believes it must punish Israel to prevent further instability, according to a statement by the foreign ministry spokesperson on Monday. This follows the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran last week. “Iran seeks to establish stability in the region, but this will only come with punishing the aggressor and creating deterrence against the adventurism of the Zionist regime (Israel),” stated Nasser Kanaani, indicating that action from Tehran was inevitable. Kanaani urged the United States to cease its support for Israel, criticizing the international community for failing to maintain regional stability and advocating for the “punishment of the aggressor.” Iran’s foreign ministry convened ambassadors and heads of missions in Tehran for a meeting with acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani on Monday to reiterate Iran’s intention to respond to Israel. ### Read More: Ismail Haniyeh’s Assassination: OIC Meeting t...

  In a thrilling encounter at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka secured a 32-run victory over India in the second ODI on Sunday. The highlight of the match was Jeffrey Vandersay's exceptional performance, claiming six wickets and steering Sri Lanka to a crucial win. Sri Lanka, opting to bat first after winning the toss, set a target of 241 for India. The hosts posted a competitive total of 240 for the loss of nine wickets in their allotted 50 overs. Avishka Fernando led the charge with a solid 40 off 62 balls, while Kusal Mendis chipped in with 30 runs. The middle-order struggled, but Kamindu Mendis (40) and Dunith Wellalage (39) made valuable contributions to stabilize the innings. India's bowlers had their moments, with Washington Sundar taking three wickets and Kuldeep Yadav adding two to his tally. Despite their efforts, Sri Lanka managed to put up a challenging total. Chasing 241, India started strongly with an opening partnership of 97 runs in 13.3 overs between s...

**By Live Script** ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, the US Embassy in Pakistan has announced a major reduction in appointment wait times for various visa categories. This move is set to streamline and expedite the visa application process for Pakistani applicants. The embassy revealed that the wait time for visa appointments has been drastically cut from 440 days to 230 days. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of the visa application process for individuals seeking student visas, business visas, family reunion visas, and more. An embassy official stated, "We are working diligently to handle the increased demand and facilitate as many applicants as possible." The embassy has introduced several measures to expedite visa processing and is committed to reducing wait times to the minimum possible. Historically, the US Embassy in Islamabad and Karachi processed approximately 10,000 applications per month. With the new measures in place, the embassy aims to impro...

    RAWALPINDI - July 30, 2024) : Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan, currently incarcerated, has called for the military to appoint a representative for negotiations. During an informal discussion with journalists in Adiala Jail, Khan highlighted the ongoing conflict between PTI and the government, accusing the latter of trying to dismantle his party by inciting a conflict with the military. Key Points from Imran Khan’s Statement: Military Representative for Negotiations : Imran Khan emphasized the need for a military representative to facilitate dialogue. He clarified that PTI’s criticism of the military was not an accusation but a democratic right, likening it to reprimanding a misbehaving family member. Three Key Demands : Return of Stolen Mandate : The first demand is the restoration of what Khan claims to be PTI’s stolen electoral mandate. Release of Detained Workers : The second demand involves the release of PTI workers and the dismissal of all charges ag...

  The energy sector in Pakistan has historically been fraught with numerous challenges, including power shortages, high transmission losses, and an over-reliance on imported fuels. Amid these challenges, Independent Power Producers (IPPs) have emerged as key players, providing significant contributions to the country's energy mix. However, their involvement has controversy and challenges. This extensive analysis aims to explore the prospects, benefits, challenges, and future outlook of IPPs in Pakistan's electricity sector.  Introduction Independent Power Producers (IPPs) are private sector entities that generate electricity and sell it to utilities and end-users. In Pakistan, IPPs were introduced in the 1990s as a strategic response to severe energy shortages. The government aimed to attract private investment into the energy sector to enhance generation capacity and reliability. Over the years, IPPs have become a cornerstone of Pakistan's electricity infrastructure, contr...

LONDON ( - July 25, 2024) : Imran Khan, the incarcerated founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), is on the verge of achieving yet another prestigious global honor. According to media reports, there is a significant possibility that Khan will be elected as the Chancellor of the world-renowned and ancient Oxford University. Despite being confined in Adiala Jail, Imran Khan is expected to contest the election for the position of Chancellor of Oxford University, a role that has also attracted notable candidates, including former British Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Boris Johnson. Zulfi Bukhari , Imran Khan’s advisor on international media, shared with the British magazine The Telegraph that there has been a popular demand for Khan to run for this esteemed position. Bukhari mentioned that following Khan's approval, a formal announcement and signature campaign would be initiated. According to The Telegraph , the Chancellor’s position at Oxford became vacant following the resignatio...

  The federal government has announced stringent action against the ongoing campaign and threats targeting Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa. For a long time, Chief Justice Isa has been subjected to targeted harassment, a situation the state will not tolerate any longer. The law will be enforced with full strength to address this issue, declared the federal ministers in a press conference. Government's Announcement Islamabad (live Script- July 29, 2024) : The federal government has declared its intention to take strict action against the malicious campaign and threats directed at Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa. During a press conference in Islamabad, alongside Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that a slanderous propaganda campaign against the Chief Justice has been ongoing. Chief Justice Isa has been targeted for a considerable period, and the law will respond with full force against such elements. Baseless accusations cannot be tolerated, and t...