Published by Al-Araby A searing heat wave across India threatens to exacerbate the global food crisis after scorching wheat fields in the country, the world’s second producer, according to Bloomberg. This could be a big blow to global wheat supplies that have already been struck hard by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, both of which are […]
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan charged with blasphemy
Published by Al-Araby Pakistan’s former premier Imran Khan has been charged with blasphemy alongside 150 others after newly-elected Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif was abused and insulted by alleged supporters of the former leader during an official visit to Saudi Arabia. The complaint, registered by the Punjab police under the country’s draconian blasphemy law, reportedly cites […]
Afghanistan: Judge feels betrayed by UK government
Published by Al-Araby A senior Afghan judge said he feels “heartbroken” and “backstabbed” by the British government who refused to offer him sanctuary despite a high court ruling in his favour. The Afghan, kept anonymous for his own protection, worked closely with British and American forces to prosecute the Taliban, Islamic State group [IS], Al-Qaeda […]
Eid-ul-Fitr to be celebrated on Tuesday with religious zeal, fervour
Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated across the country tomorrow (Tuesday) with religious zeal and fervour.Big Eid congregations will be held at open places, mosques and Eidgahs in all major cities and towns.The Ulema in their sermons will highlight the sign…
PM directs to bring facilities at Pakistan Kidney & Liver Institute
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to bring facilities at Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) as per international standard and provide free treatment to at least 50% of the poor patients there.He issued this direction while chairing a r…