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Only essential goods exempt as twin cities on high alert
ISLAMABAD: The district administration on Friday announced that vehicles carrying petroleum products, food items and medicines had been given special permission to ply, in the wake of security measures due to the arrival of the foreign delegates in connection with US-Iran talks. Islamabad’s Deputy Commissioner Irfan Memon in a statement said the administration was in contact with distributors of food items, vegetables, fruits, the Drug Regulatory Authority, pharmaceutical companies and petro...
Disgraced socialite Rebecca Grossman STILL refusing to accept blame for hit-and-run which killed young brothers, court hears
Disgraced socialite Rebecca Grossman STILL refusing to accept blame for hit-and-run which killed young brothers, court hearsBy NEIL BLINCOW IN LOS ANGELES Published: 04:12, 25 April 2026 | Updated: 04:12, 25 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Karachi’s collective trauma
WITH the veneer of tarmac stripped away, University Road is a real gauntlet for commuters. But spare a thought for pedestrians, such as students, who have to cross the road on foot.—Photo by the writer THERE are roads that are inconvenient, and then there is University Road — a legendary stretch of mostly dirt, rocks and some tarmac – that seems determined to test not just one’s patience, but endurance, judgement, and at times, even sanity. A recent journey along this arte...
‘He seemed calm, sweet, apologetic’: Hotel manager on Kailash Hills rape-murder accused Rahul Meena
Police said Rahul Meena checked into the hotel after the rape and murder of a 22-year-woman.| India News
Should Ajit Agarkar continue till 2027 World Cup? BCCI weighs in
At a time when Indian cricket is scaling new heights on the global stage, vice-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Rajeev Shukla, shares insights into the system driving this sustained success. In a conversation with Fazal Khan, Shukla speaks about the depth of India’s talent pool, the role of structured domestic platforms, and the impact of leagues like the IPL.
Delhi IRS officer daughter’s rape-murder: Accused addicted to online games, had violent past
An IRS officer's daughter was brutally murdered by a former domestic help, Rahu, who exhibited psychopathic tendencies and a history of aggression. Investigations reveal his addiction to online betting led to significant financial losses, driving the crime. Rahul used his knowledge of the victim's home to gain entry, commit the heinous act, and attempt to steal cash.
ED conducts raids in Kolkata, North 24 Parganas in ration scam probe
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in West Bengal on Saturday as part of its money laundering investigation into the alleged ration distribution scam. Raids included the residence of businessman Partha Sarathi in North 24 Parganas, aiming to gather evidence on financial transactions and fund diversion related to the PDS scam.
Altman apologizes after OpenAI failed to alert police before fatal Canada shooting
OpenAI said the company had identified an account using abuse detection efforts, but determined at the time it didn’t meet threshold for legal referralThe head of OpenAI has written a letter apologizing that his company didn’t alert law enforcement about the online behavior of a person who shot and killed eight people in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.In the letter posted Friday, Sam Altman expressed his deepest condolences to the entire community. Continue reading...
High court orders rape accused to pay Rs75,000 monthly to victim, child in Karnataka
The court directed the accused to either pay the amount himself if he had the means to do so, or, get his parents to pay the amount.| India News
US military kills two more people in strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific
Small boat destroyed in video posted on social media as US campaign has killed at least 178 people since SeptemberThe US military announced on Friday that it killed two people in an attack on a boat in the eastern Pacific, part of a series of deadly strikes on vessels in recent months which it claims are targeting “narco-trafficking” operations.The US Southern Command declared in a social media post on X that Gen Francis L Donovan directed Joint Task Force Southern Spear, the counter-narcotics u...
Diesel theft gang busted after Dubai Police uncover series of truck fuel heists
Public Prosecution is investigating a diesel theft gang after Dubai Police uncovered a pattern of fuel thefts targeting parked trucks in the Jebel Ali area.According to police reports, a series of cases were recorded under multiple complaint numbers, all linked to the theft of diesel from heavy vehicles within the jurisdiction of Jebel Ali Police Station.Investigations by Dubai Police’s criminal investigation teams revealed a recurring method used by the suspects. The gang allegedly used four-wh...
AC cabins, meeting rooms, cafe: What Dubai's first park workspace will look like
Dubai’s new ‘work from park’ initiative is designed for year-round use with air-conditioned cabins, meeting rooms and a cafe. The workspace will feature four prefabricated air-conditioned cabins arranged around a central amphitheatre-style seating area. Each cabin has a mezzanine floor that can be used for events.The space, developed by Dubai Municipality in collaboration with Letswork and Amana Group, will be launched at Al Barsha Lake Park shortly and allow Dubai residents to trade their home...
Cheaper rents, connectivity: How Dubai Metro Gold Line will change tenants' choices
For years, many Dubai residents chose to live closer to central areas to avoid long and unpredictable commutes. But as the Metro network expands, that could start to change.The shift comes as the emirate announces major transport expansion, including the upcoming Dubai Metro Gold Line, which is expected to serve 15 areas and benefit around 1.5 million residents.Better public transport is making it easier to travel longer distances, bringing areas that once felt too far within reach. “Ensuring an...
Three dead in fresh gunfight between Naga, Kuki groups in Ukhrul, say police
The officer said a few villagers were injured in the gunfight but could not confirm the numbers.| India News
Calcutta HC changes EC’s 48-hour ban order on bike movement to 12 hours
India News: KOLKATA: The Calcutta high court on Friday scrapped the Election Commission’s 48hour bike ban order for the second phase of assembly elections on Apri.
4 hurt after speeding Thar rams scooters in Ghaziabad, driver detained
hurt after speeding Thar rams scooters in Ghaziabad driver detained
Noida airport names Nitu Samra as interim CEO days after BCAS blocked Christoph Schnellmann
The announcement comes three days after the Union home ministry turned down a request to tweak rules to allow a foreign national to hold the post| India News
Delhi's groundwater levels improve, records show higher recharge than use in 2025
Delhi recharged 0.38 bcm groundwater in 2024-25 and extracted 0.32 bcm. The extraction rate improved to 92.1% from over 100% last year.| India News
'Show respect': Aboriginal leader heckled at packed Sydney dawn service hits back - as young man, 24 is arrested over 'disgraceful' incident
'Show respect': Aboriginal leader heckled at packed Sydney dawn service hits back - as young man, 24 is arrested over 'disgraceful' incidentMan, 24, arrested at Anzac Day dawn serviceElder's Acknowledgement of Country booed READ MORE: Ben Roberts-Smith is seen chatting with veterans at dawn service By MATT JONES, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 02:31, 25 April 2026 | Updated: 02:31, 25 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Dan Walker is robbed of the chance to clear his name in court as Channel 5 News colleague Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije withdraws her bullying, sexism and misogyny claims at last minute: KATIE HIND
Dan Walker is robbed of the chance to clear his name in court as Channel 5 News colleague Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije withdraws her bullying, sexism and misogyny claims at last minute: KATIE HINDBy KATIE HIND, CONSULTANT EDITOR SHOWBUSINESS Published: 23:54, 24 April 2026 | Updated: 02:09, 25 April 2026 e-mail View comments