4 mn readThe government of Pakistan is planning to ban international traveling for non-taxpayers. The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has approved a proposal to veto non-filers from traveling abroad.
4 mn readThe contentious defamation legislation, which restricts press freedom, became provincial law in Punjab. Acting Governor Malik Ahmad Khan, a member of the PML-N, approved the bill while the Pakistan People’s Party PPP-nominated Governor Sardar Saleem Haider was on leave on this occasion, despite having previously promised consultations on the Punjab Defamation Act 2024.
4 mn readKenya has opened a major probe into a series of serious allegations against the UK soldiers based in the country. Such an inquiry shows Kenya’s willingness to search for answers regarding the accusations of misbehaviour, including human rights violations, that contributed to the damaging relations between the country and the British military forces.
3 mn readInternational banking and diplomatic corridors have had major developments in the past few years. Standard Chartered, a British jewel of world banking yet, faces severe allegations. Court papers filed in New York federal court assert that between 2008 and 2013, the bank knowingly processed at least $100 billion (£79 billion) in transactions in clear violation of the financial ban against Iran, part of which was allegedly used to fund terrorist groups such as Hezbollah, Hamas, al-Qaeda and the Taliban.
3 mn readA wave of uneasiness is quickly sweeping through the United Kingdom’s non-domiciled residents. The Labour Party’s promise to dismantle a centuries-old tax status sends shockwaves through these circles. This cohort has been in a financial haven since the close of the 18th century. Unfortunately, this is set to come to an end, a prospect grave enough for many to consider forsaking the UK altogether.
4 mn readRecognizing that the actions of a banned militant organization within Pakistan were causing the international community to cast blame on Afghanistan, a senior Afghan Taliban leader urged the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Islamabad to engage in dialogue for the sake of peace.
4 mn readTehran and Islamabad have agreed to promptly finalize a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), as stated in a joint announcement on Wednesday, April 24, marking the conclusion of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s three-day official visit to Pakistan.
4 mn readSix judges from the Islamabad High Court expose alleged interference by intelligence agencies, citing coercion, surveillance, and intimidation tactics. Their letter to the Supreme Judicial Council reveals a concerning pattern, urging a thorough investigation to uphold judicial independence and ensure accountability.
3 mn readAn unknown attacker drove an explosives-laden vehicle into a convoy of Chinese engineers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, hours after Baloch rebels attacked a naval base in the Turbat area in Baluchistan province.
3 mn readIf you like staying up to date with current affairs, you have probably heard the latest about Rishi Sunak’s energy plan for the UK. The Prime Minister just announced plans to build more gas-fired power stations, saying it’s to “back up” renewables and avoid the risk of blackouts. Interesting move, right?
