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Former Punjab Minister 'key planner' of attack on Lahore's Jinnah House: Police

Former Punjab Minister 'key planner' of attack on Lahore's Jinnah House: Police

Former health minister of Pakistan's Punjab province Dr Yasmin Rashid was the "key planner" of the May 9 attack on the historic Jinnah House or the Corps Commander House here, Punjab police chief Dr Usman Anwar has said after an anti-terrorism court discharged her in the case.

Belgium investigating whether arms destined to defend Ukraine ended up in Russia

Belgium is investigating whether weapons it sent to help Ukraine defend its territory were used in fighting just over the border following a news report that said equipment produced by a Belgian company turned up around Russia's Belgorod region

05 June,2023 04:14 PM IST | Brussels | mid-day online correspondent

Burkina Faso: More than 2 million people displaced

Figures released last month showed more than 2 million people are internally displaced in the West African nation, the majority of them women and children, fuelling a dire humanitarian crisis as the conflict pushed people from their homes, off their farms and into congested urban areas or makeshift camps

05 June,2023 01:56 PM IST | Dakar | mid-day online correspondent

US: Plane over capital causes military jet to scramble, later crashes

Hours later, police said rescuers had reached the site of the plane crash in a rural part of the Shenandoah Valley and that no survivors were found.

05 June,2023 10:30 AM IST | Washington | AP

80 Afghan girls hospitalised after being poisoned at schools, says report

According to reports, the incidents happened over Saturday and Sunday in the province of Sar-e-Pul in the north

05 June,2023 10:16 AM IST | Kabul | ANI

We stand by India as it mourns loss of lives, says Turkey President Erdogan

Appreciating Blinken's words, the EAM said that such sentiments are deeply valued at this challenging time.

05 June,2023 10:10 AM IST | Ankara | ANI

UK’s Prince Harry prepares to take on tabloid publisher in court

Opening statements are scheduled Monday in his case.

05 June,2023 08:29 AM IST | London | Agencies

Kim’s sister vows another attempt to launch spy satellite

The North’s attempt to put its first military spy satellite into orbit last Wednesday failed as its rocket crashed off the Korean Peninsula’s western coast

05 June,2023 08:28 AM IST | Seoul | Agencies

Zelensky says at least 500 children killed by war

Zelensky provided the number hours after rescue workers found the body of a 2-year-old girl who died in one of the latest Russian strikes.

05 June,2023 08:26 AM IST | Kyiv | Agencies

On anniversary, China tightens access to Tiananmen Square

The 34th anniversary of the 1989 pro-democracy protests on Sunday saw activists and artists detained in Hong Kong and security checks in Beijing

05 June,2023 08:24 AM IST | Beijing | Agencies

Disappearances of journalists in Pakistan greatly concerning: IFJ

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) on Sunday urged the Pakistani authorities to ensure the immediate release of journalist Imran Riaz Khan and allow all journalists to operate without fear of arrest or intimidation

04 June,2023 06:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Pak defence minister says Imran Khan likely to be tried in military court

The Minister also confirmed that no case had been registered against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief so far in connection with the May 9 attacks

04 June,2023 05:08 PM IST | Islamabad, Pakistan | PTI
Disappearances of journalists in Pakistan greatly concerning: IFJ

Disappearances of journalists in Pakistan greatly concerning: IFJ

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) on Sunday urged the Pakistani authorities to ensure the immediate release of journalist Imran Riaz Khan and allow all journalists to operate without fear of arrest or intimidation

04 June,2023 06:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Pak defence minister says Imran Khan likely to be tried in military court

Pak defence minister says Imran Khan likely to be tried in military court

The Minister also confirmed that no case had been registered against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief so far in connection with the May 9 attacks

04 June,2023 05:08 PM IST | Islamabad, Pakistan | PTI
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 jolts Afghanistan

Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 jolts Afghanistan

On June 3, an earthquake of magnitude 4.2 on the Richter scale struck 149km north-north-east (NNE) of Kabul, Afghanistan, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said

04 June,2023 11:21 AM IST | Kabul | ANI
Elon Musk's 'desi' look in AI-generated pictures goes viral, see his reaction

Elon Musk's 'desi' look in AI-generated pictures goes viral, see his reaction

The picture was created using Midjourney and showcased Elon Musk as an Indian groom, donning a golden sherwani and embracing the grandeur of a desi celebration. The AI-generated pics also depicted him dancing with wedding guests, striking regal poses and even riding a horse

04 June,2023 10:52 AM IST | Washington | ANI
Eye drops may slow nearsightedness in kids

Eye drops may slow nearsightedness in kids

Nearsightedness, or myopia increases the risk of various eye conditions

04 June,2023 08:21 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent

In Photos: China tightens access to Tiananmen Square, 20 detained in Hong Kong

China tightened access to Tiananmen Square in central Beijing on Sunday, the anniversary of the military suppression of 1989 pro-democracy protests that left a still unknown number of people dead and discussions and commemorations forbidden within the country. All pictures: AFP

05 June,2023 01:03 PM IST | Editor
Eye drops may slow nearsightedness in kids

Eye drops may slow nearsightedness in kids

Nearsightedness, or myopia increases the risk of various eye conditions

04 June,2023 08:21 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent

Pope warns of corruption in fund raising

Pope warns of corruption in fund raising

“Please don’t reduce POM to money,” Francis said, referring to the Italian acronym of the Pontifical Mission Societies

04 June,2023 08:15 AM IST | Vatican City | Agencies

Pak opens up barter trade to the world

Pak opens up barter trade to the world

Khaqan Najeeb, a former advisor to Ministry of Finance, said it is hoped the barter trade mechanism would help the economy.

04 June,2023 08:15 AM IST | Islamabad | Agencies

Chinese envoy asks world govts to stop sending weapons to Ukraine

Chinese envoy asks world govts to stop sending weapons to Ukraine

Chinese Special Representative for Eurasian Affairs Li Hui is visiting Europe

04 June,2023 08:07 AM IST | Beijing | Agencies

Jordan’s crown prince Hussein weds saudi architect Rajwa Al Saif

    Jordan’s crown prince Hussein weds saudi architect Rajwa Al Saif

    Jordan’s heir to the throne, Crown Prince Hussein wed Rajwa Al Saif in a lavish wedding at Zahran Palace in Amman. Crown Prince Hussein, 28, and Princess Consort Rajwa, 29, had announced their engagement in August 2022. Princess Consort Rajwa is a Saudi-based architect. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan witnessed its first major royal wedding in 30 years on June 01. The Jordan’s Royal family claims to be direct descendants of Prophet Muhammad. 

    02 June,2023 06:48 PM IST
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