Bus falls into Indus river in Pakistan, killing 14
Twelve of the remaining passengers are missing, and one passenger has survived the accident with injuries, according to authorities.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Pakistan's Punjab sets up 'smog war room' to combat hazardous air
The war room committee will review weather and air quality forecasts daily and monitor the performance and actions of field officers.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Pakistan blast kills seven, including five school children
The target was a police van which was going to pickup a polio (vaccination) team.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Dozens of US lawmakers call for release of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan
US lawmakers urges Joe Biden to use Washington's leverage with Pakistan to secure the release of jailed ex-PM Imran Khan.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Wife of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan granted bail in state gifts case, his party says
The Court said Bushra Bibi was granted post-arrest bail for reasons to be recorded later.
Wed Oct 23 2024
'Terrorist attack' near Karachi airport kills two Chinese nationals, embassy says
BLA claims responsibility for the attack using a vehicle-borne IED, targeting Chinese nationals, including engineers.
Mon Oct 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] Anwar’s strategic outreach to Pakistan and Bangladesh
Focusing on trade figures alone would miss the bigger picture. Pakistan and Bangladesh matter far more to Malaysia than the statistics suggest, says Datuk Prof Dr Mohd Faiz Abdullah.
Sat Oct 05 2024
Pakistan seals off capital, blocks cellphones ahead of protest by Imran Khan's party
Shipping containers have been placed to block Islamabad's entry and exit points, guarded by large numbers of police and paramilitary troops.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Pakistan, Malaysia PMs eye enhanced cooperation ahead of talks today
The three-day visit aims to boost bilateral cooperation in multiple areas and deepen the "longstanding 67-year friendship".
Thu Oct 03 2024
Sri Lanka's new president Dissanayake promises change
Sri Lanka's leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake took office as president on Monday, promising change in the island nation.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Thousands evacuated as cyclone builds off India and Pakistan's coast
Authorities are predicting a cyclonic storm to develop by Friday.
Thu Aug 29 2024
More than 70 dead after militant attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan
The assaults were the most widespread in years by ethnic forces fighting a decades-long insurgency to win secession of the province.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Detention of Imran Khan violates international law, UN working group says
UN human rights working group said former Pakistani PM Imran Khan should be released immediately.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Pakistan police kill bomber, militant to thwart attack on Japanese nationals
The Japanese survivors have been moved to a safe place in police custody, the police spokesperson said.
Fri Apr 19 2024
Social media platform X blocked in Pakistan over national security, ministry says
Pakistan said it blocked access to social media platform X around the time of February's election, confirming a long-suspected shutdown.
Thu Apr 18 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024