Netanyahu to discuss Iran talks with Trump in Washington Wednesday

JERUSALEM/WASHINGTON: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday to discuss ongoing negotiations with Iran, Netanyahu’s office said on Saturday. In a statement, the prime minister’s office said Netanyahu believes any future agreement must include restrictions on Iran’s ballistic missile programme and an end to Tehran’s…

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Mirwaiz expresses grief over Srinagar fire incidents, urges support for victims

Srinagar: In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, senior All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leader, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, expressed deep grief over the devastating fire incidents in Srinagar. According to Kashmir Media Service, a fire in Shahampora, near the historic Jamia Masjid, gutted 12 residential houses, leaving several families homeless in harsh winter conditions. Another…

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President commends security forces for foiling threats in Balochistan

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, Saturday, commended the security forces for their effective operations against threats posed to peace in Balochistan. The president praised the professional competence of the Pakistan Armed Forces and law enforcement agencies for successfully thwarting attempts of infiltration by terrorists of Fitna al Hindustan at multiple locations. He paid tribute to…

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Quetta, Chaman receive first snowfall of winter

QUETTA: The first snowfall of the winter season has led to a sharp drop in temperatures across Quetta and several parts of northern Balochistan, with snowfall continuing in Chaman and adjoining areas. Snowfall is ongoing in Khojak Top, Khwaja Imran, Toba Achakzai, Qila Abdullah, Gulistan, Jangal Pir Alizai, Shela Bagh and Mezai Adda, while temperatures…

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Punjab police reject fake encounter allegations, cite 60% crime reduction after CCD formation

LAHORE: Punjab Police on Thursday rejected allegations of fake encounters involving the Crime Control Department (CCD), stating that crime rates across the province have dropped by up to 60% since the department’s establishment, Beyond the Time News reported. The clarification came in a detailed report submitted to the Lahore High Court (LHC) in response to…

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Rwanda to host ‘Rwanda Coffee Festival 2026’ on Jan 29

ISLAMABAD: The High Commission of the Republic of Rwanda in Islamabad, in collaboration with the National Agricultural Export Board (NAEB), will host the Rwanda Coffee Festival 2026 on Thursday, January 29, 2026, in Mövenpick Hotel, Islamabad at 11 AM. The Rwanda Coffee Festival 2026 aims to introduce Rwanda’s globally acclaimed specialty coffee to the Pakistani…

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Usman, bowlers script Pakistan win over Scotland

Usman Khan’s 75 and a clinical bowling performance propelled Pakistan to a comprehensive win over Scotland in the 12th fixture of the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026. Pakistan chased down a mere 188-run target in 43.1 overs, losing four wickets in the process here at the Takashinga Sports Club on Monday. Earlier, Pakistan pacer…

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