Iran announces new enrichment sites as nuclear deal talks with US loom
Iran announced on Thursday that it will significantly increase its production of enriched uranium, directly defying US demands and escalating tensions ahead of a new round of nuclear talks scheduled for Sunday in Oman. This defiant move comes in the wake of a UN nuclear watchdog resolution criticizing Iran for non-compliance with its nuclear obligations, […]
Air India flight crashes in Ahmedabad with 242 onboard
A London-bound Air India flight crashed during or immediately after takeoff at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon, prompting a large-scale emergency response. The aircraft veered off the runway during what officials described as routine operations; the exact cause remains under investigation. Multiple fire and rescue teams, including at least five […]
Pakistanis largest group of asylum seekers in UK: report
Pakistanis constituted the largest group of asylum seekers in the United Kingdom in 2024, surpassing previous years’ trends which saw higher numbers from countries like Syria and Iran. This surge comes as the UK grapples with a sharp increase in overall asylum applications. According to an AFP report, the UK government, under the Labour party, […]
Aurangzeb says Rs500 billion additional taxes might be needed
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb warned on Wednesday that the government may need to impose an additional Rs400-500 billion in taxes if parliament fails to approve proposed restrictions on financial transactions by individuals deemed ineligible. The warning came a day after the government unveiled a budget including approximately Rs432 billion in new taxes targeting the […]