Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Water experts warn of shortages after India’s “illegal” IWT suspension
ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (DNA): Water experts have warned that Pakistan may face future water shortages following India’s “illegal” suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, (IWT) cautioning that the move could also hit the agricultural sector hard. Experts noted that India’s decision to suspend the treaty could have long-term implications, even if immediate impacts have so far remained limited. Former Indus Water Commissioner Syed Jamaat Ali Shah, in an interview with international media, said that if any party withdraws from an agreement, it reflects a lack of seriousness. He observed thatRead More
Deterrence, Dignity and Pakistan’s Evolving Global Role
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal It has been nearly a quarter of a century since I first made Islamabad my home, a city whose measured calm and ordered avenues often conceal the quiet struggles of those who dwell within it. I still recall a remark made to me in 2004 by my Additional Secretary in the National Assembly, Tariq Shafiq, who observed with a mixture of candour and concern that securing official accommodation in Islamabad was no ordinary undertaking; rather, it was a trial that could test one’s patience, endurance, andRead More
PSL 11: RawalPindiz win toss, opt to bowl first against Hyderabad Kingsmen
KARACHI, APR 26: RawalPindiz won the toss and decided to bowl first against Hyderabad Kingsmen in the second last group match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi on Sunday. The Kingsmen are currently ranked sixth on the points table and must secure a convincing victory to qualify for the playoffs after bolstering their points tally to 10, besides surpassing Lahore Qalandars — who are at the fourth position — in terms of net run rate. While the exact margin required will only beRead More
What we know so far about gunman’s attack
News Desk WASHINGTON: A suspected gunman is in custody after storming a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner –– forcing President Donald Trump, cabinet members and a ballroom full of guests to scramble to safety. Authorities have identified the suspect as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, a California native, three sources familiar with the matter told media. The suspect was armed with a shotgun, a handgun and multiple knives and “exchanged fire” with law enforcement officers when he was intercepted and taken into custody, interim Washington, DC, Police ChiefRead More
‘Trump safe’ after shooting incident at White House correspondents dinner
WASHINGTON, APR 26: President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump were rushed out of the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner by Secret Service agents on Saturday night after loud bangs were heard. Other Trump administration officials attending the dinner were also evacuated after a loud commotion and noise near the hotel ballroom where the dinner was being held. Dinner attendees immediately stopped talking, and people started screaming, “Get down, get down!” Hundreds of guests dove under the tables as Secret Service officers in combat gear ran into the diningRead More