QUETTA: Two former chief ministers of Balochistan, Sardar Akhtar Mengal and Dr Abdul Malik Baloch, on Sunday emphasised that the solution to Balochistan’s issues can only be achieved by political means, not through the use of force. They asserted that the country’s future is intricately linked with the supremacy of democracy and the strengthening of political forces. These views were …

PESHAWAR: Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl chief Maulana Fazl Rehman here on Sunday warned ‘the forces’ that kept his party out of parliament that he would take the matter to streets through public agitation. “Those, who kept JUI-F out of parliament, must listen that we will raise our voice against their injustices and cruelties on streets,” he said while addressing through video link …

ISLAMABAD: The PML-N government on Sunday appointed Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar — a close confidant of ex-PM Nawaz Sharif — as the deputy prime minister, in a move that took many by surprise, but drew hardly any criticism from its allies. According to a notification by the Cabinet Divi­sion, the appointment was made by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif “with immediate …

Four terrorists were killed by security forces in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank district, the media’s military wing said on Monday. A press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that the operation took place last night on the reported presence of terrorists in the area. “Own troops effectively engaged the terrorists’ location as a result of …

Islamabad High Court’s (IHC) Justice Babar Sattar on Monday dismissed pleas filed by the Pa­k­­­istan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra), the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) seeking his recusal from a case pertaining to audio leaks. A similar plea was also filed by the Intelligence Bureau (IB), on which Justice Sattar summoned its joint director Tariq …

In a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Saudi Commerce Minister Majid Al Kasabi on Monday said Pakistan was the kingdom’s “priority” for investment and trade as per the directives of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Radio Pakistan reported. The meeting between the two took place on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) special meeting in Riyadh. The Saudi minister …

Madonna expressed her gratitude to Salma Hayek, who portrayed Frida Kahlo onstage during her Celebration tour. Hayek made a stunning appearance at the show, sporting an outfit reminiscent of her 2002 film Frida about the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. In a caption alongside a video, the Queen of Pop began by describing, “The last show of the tour ended …

Prince William and Kate Middleton appear to be setting a good example for the future generations to come as they mark 13 years of marriage. The Prince and Princess of Wales, who wed on April 29th, 2011, proved that they are relatable, especially after Kate made her cancer announcement in late March. Natalie Finn wrote in E! News that Kate broke a …

Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss recently revealed her fondest memory from the show. Speaking to Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, the RHOA star shared that her favourite memory from the show was meeting her husband Todd Tucker. She was quick to respond to the question, noting: “It’s the best takeaway…10 years of marriage just celebrated…still going.” Burruss also opened up …

Mike Myers surprised everyone with his new look at the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute in Hollywood. The 60-year-old Austin Powers actor attended the event to celebrate Nicole Kidman and was seen dressed in a black tuxedo. On the Dolby Theatre red carpet, Myers was beaming and had an unrecognizable appearance that left onlookers in awe. He made …