ISLAMABAD: The unified helpline number 911 has become functional and is expected to be inaugurated by the prime minister this month. “The caller will only have to dial 911 and it will be routed to the concerned emergency response department,” said Deputy Commissioner (DC) Hamza Shafqaat. He said there were several emergency numbers operating in Islamabad which confused people, but …

National Security Adviser (NSA) Moeed Yusuf said on Wednesday that no decision had been taken yet to grant amnesty to members of the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), emphasising that the state was “very clear and sensitive” on the issue. He made the comment in an interview on programme Live with Adil Shahzeb. At the outset, Yusuf talked about the government’s decision …

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said on Thursday that it was crucial for the international community to avoid repeating mistakes of the past and pursue positive engagements in order to avert economic collapse or an all-out civil war from breaking out in Afghanistan,. Addressing the opening session of the two-day meeting of Troika Plus — comprising US, Russia, China and …

The Punjab government on Wednesday removed Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) chief Hafiz Saad Hussain Rizvi’s name from the Fourth Schedule — a list of proscribed individuals who are suspected of terrorism or sectarianism under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), 1997. A notification issued by the Punjab Home Department dated November 10 stated that the “name of Hafiz Mohammad Saad, being Ameer of …

ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has directed formation of a committee to investigate failure of the authorities to clear dues of residents whose land had been acquired by the Capital Development Authority (CDA) but their compensation was still pending. According to minutes of a cabinet meeting held last week, “for immediate purpose a committee having representation of Ministry of Interior, CDA …

Experts reveal Meghan Markle anticipated her letter to Thomas Markle being leaked and called him ‘daddy’ to tug at heartstrings. The news has been revealed by Meghan’s former communications secretary Jason Knauf. Mr Knauf told The Mirror, “On the specific issue of the letter, the duchess indicated in messages to me that she recognised that it was possible that Mr Markle would …

Mariah Carey has teamed up with leading fast-food franchise McDonald’s for a one-of-a-kind Christmas release. The collaboration features the Mariah Menu, where McDonald’s fans will be able to opt for 12 free gift options, for the 12 days leading up to Christmas. The collaboration will begin on December 13th and will include a collection of Mariah’s favourite items, like the …

Singer and songwriter Adele recently wore her heart on her sleeve and shed some light on the origin story of her hit single Hello. The singer got candid about it all while speaking to Oprah Winfrey, ahead of her Adele One Night Only concert special concert. Adele got candid about it all while speaking to TV host Oprah Winfrey. “I’m always going to …

Singer-songwriter Ariana Grande has thrown her Voice team for a loop and the result has shown the world a brand new side of the coach. This candid revelation was made by Voice contestant Holly Forbes, and during her interview with People magazine, she touched base on Grande’s kind demeanour. she started off by praising her ‘real’ side and gushed that not many …

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani have overtaken the hearts of fans with their affectionate displays of affection, and sources reveal they are still acting like newlyweds. According to sources close to People magazine, “They have the best chemistry.” They also went on to reveal, “Gwen and Blake are doing well. They act like newlyweds.” This strong chemistry was also on display at …