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Ninth ThinkFest begins at Alhamra, reaffirming the power of dialogue and intellectPublished on: January 24, 2026 7:18 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 24 -- The 9th edition of Think Fest "Afkar-e-Taza" kicked off at the Lahore Arts Council Alhamra with great intellectual fervour and cultural vibrancy, marking a powerful beginning to o... Read More


Turkiye warns Israel may strike Iran soonPublished on: January 24, 2026 7:15 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 24 -- Turkey has warned that Israel may be seeking an opportunity to strike Iran, raising regional security concerns. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said he conveyed these warning... Read More


Suicide bomber targets wedding ceremony in northwest Pakistan, killing 7 people, wounding 25

New Delhi, Jan. 24 -- A suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest among guests at a wedding ceremony in northwest Pakistan on Friday, killing at least seven people and wounding 25 others, police said... Read More


Board of peace looks like best friends forever: Until it is not - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, Jan. 24 -- The language of peace is often comforting, even seductive. When states announce a new "Board of Peace," complete with charters and handshakes, the message is clear: cooperati... Read More


US eyes lifting 25% India tariffsPublished on: January 24, 2026 6:45 PM

Pakistan, Jan. 24 -- WASHINGTON - The United States is considering removing 25% tariffs on India after Indian imports of Russian oil fell sharply, officials said. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent high... Read More


Why did Netflix cancel Alice in Borderland after Season 3? What we know so far

New Delhi, Jan. 24 -- Netflix has officially ended 'Alice in Borderland' after three seasons, confirming the cancellation through its engagement report for the second half of 2025. Netflix cancels 'A... Read More


Police seek man wanted in fatal shootings of 3 in small Australian town

New Delhi, Jan. 24 -- Police urged people in a small Australian town to stay indoors Friday as they looked for the man suspected of killing three people in a domestic violence-related shooting. Julia... Read More


Engaging for PeacePublished on: January 24, 2026 6:21 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 24 -- As expected, Pakistan's decision to sign on to the Gaza Board of Peace is generating more noise than clarity. Critics allege it means sending Pakistani troops to disarm Hamas or u... Read More


Crossroads or Crossed SwordsPublished on: January 24, 2026 6:20 AM

Pakistan, Jan. 24 -- USA's President Donald Trump's talk of "taking" Greenland has dragged an ancient instinct into a world that claims it has outgrown it: the idea that territory can be owned, traded... Read More


Markets passed a TACO test. Another kind of stress test is coming.

New Delhi, Jan. 24 -- TACO may have saved the day, but like the storm hitting much of the country, markets could freeze up again. TACO, of course, is an acronym for Trump Always Chickens Out. It was ... Read More