Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
Mir Raza murder case shows ‘epic failure’ in police investigation: judicial commission
KARACHI: A judicial commission investigating the death of Mir Raza Ali has described the police investigation as an “epic failure”, finding serious lapses ranging from negligence and poor supervision to a failure to preserve evidence and pursue the case professionally. The single-member commission, headed by Sindh High Court judge Justice Omar Sial, said police breached required procedures necessary to withstand judicial scrutiny and support a successful prosecution, according to the executive summary, submitted to Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on October 15. The commission was constituted by the SindhRead More
Hasan Nawaz, Arafat Minhas fifties lift Pakistan to 302 against England
RAWALPINDI, OCT 20: Half-centuries from Hasan Nawaz and Arafat Minhas helped Pakistan recover from an early batting wobble to post 302 in the second match of the ODI tri-series against England at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Pakistan endured an early batting collapse as Gus Atkinson struck off the first ball, dismissing opener Fakhar Zaman, while Sonny Baker removed Saim Ayub for eight after a 31-run second-wicket stand. Babar Azam attempted to steady the innings, scoring 34 off 52 balls with four boundaries, but Will Jacks dismissed him to leaveRead More
France and the Enduring Politics of Protest
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Nations are shaped not only by their institutions and constitutions but also by historical experiences that leave a lasting imprint on the collective mind. Some societies develop a particular sensitivity to injustice, while others acquire a deep suspicion of authority. In France, the memory of revolution continues to inform the relationship between the state and its citizens. More than two centuries after the overthrow of the monarchy, the French remain willing to challenge policies they regard as unfair, defend their economic interests and take their grievancesRead More
Pakistan, Bangladesh look to strengthen football ties
By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Bangladesh are exploring new avenues to strengthen football ties, promote sports diplomacy and create greater opportunities for young talent, reflecting a shared commitment to cooperation and football development in South Asia. A meeting between Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) President Syed Mohsen Gilani and Bangladesh High Commissioner to Pakistan Md. Iqbal Hossain Khan provided an opportunity to discuss ways to strengthen football relations and explore avenues for future cooperation between the two countries. PFF President Syed Mohsen Gilani said football has the power to bringRead More
PHC seeks AG’s response on PTI petitions against KP emergency measures
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Tuesday issued a notice to the attorney general on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) petitions challenging governor’s rule and the imposition of an emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A two-member bench comprising Justice Ijaz Anwar and Justice Faheem Wali presided over the hearing on petitions filed by PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan and Advocate Salman Khan, asking the court to declare the measures unconstitutional and set them aside. The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)-led federal government imposed a governor’s role and emergency in KP, ruled by theRead More
Afghanistan faces worsening hunger crisis
DNA GENEVA: The United Nations has warned that Afghanistan is heading toward a worsening food security crisis, with millions more people expected to face acute hunger during the upcoming winter lean season. According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the number of people experiencing acute food insecurity is projected to increase to 19.2 million between November and April, a period when food availability declines and harsh weather conditions make access to assistance more difficult. Speaking at a press briefing in Geneva on Tuesday, OCHA spokespersonRead More