News Archives for Latest - 2024-12-31

Puerto Rico’s power grid collapses, leaving island in the dark

Around 90pc of clients were without power on Tuesday morning, according to energy distribution company LUMA Energy’s real-time portal.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 09:54pm

South Asia

Chief minister of India’s Manipur state apologises for ethnic unrest

"Many people lost their loved ones. Many people left their homes. I feel regret, I apologise," says CM Biren Singh.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 08:39pm

South Asia

Thousands march in Bangladesh to mark student-led uprising that ousted PM Hasina

“My son Shahriar, a ninth-grade student, was killed [during the protests]. Our tears will never stop, this pain will never end," protester tells rally.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 08:11pm

Govt unveils ‘Uraan Pakistan’ 5-year transformation plan for economy

Finance minister says plan is accompanied by a "comprehensive implementation mechanism".

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 07:05pm

4am meetings, slipping dupattas, and cricketers behaving badly — 2024’s most read Dawn Images stories

All the stories you loved reading this year.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 07:51pm

UN condemns Taliban ban on Afghan women working at NGOs

Human rights chief urges Afghan authorities to revoke "deeply discriminatory decree".

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 08:55pm

Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt reach divorce settlement ending eight-year dispute

The couple had been together since 2005 and married for two years before filing for divorce in 2016.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 03:35pm

North Korea’s Kim vows to further solidify Russia ties in letter to Putin

Expresses willingness to further step up bilateral ties through new projects.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 03:26pm

GB court sentences ex-CM Khalid Khurshid to 34 years of jail for threatening security institutions

ATC judge orders IGP to arrest Khurshid, DG Nadra to block his ID card.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 02:59pm

South Korea starts releasing Jeju Air crash victims to families

Authorities begin assessing two black boxes retrieved; relatives of deceased have camped out at Muan airport since Sunday.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 02:47pm

Will PSX sustain its bullish momentum in 2025?

Despite being in a cycle of making historic records, the market is still below its last peak in 2017.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 02:27pm

Sindh

At least 11 injured in clashes as Karachi police attempt to disperse protests against Parachinar killings

Sit-ins organised by MWM continue at four locations; outlawed ASWJ begins protests at two points, including Sharea Faisal.

Updated 01 Jan, 2025 12:22am

China slams ‘groundless’ claims of cyberattack on US Treasury

Actor was able to remotely access the workstations and some unclassified documents, says US Treasury.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 01:28pm

Five people charged in Argentina in connection with singer Liam Payne’s death

Two hotel employees and a friend of the singer's have been charged with manslaughter, while two others have been accused of supplying drugs.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 12:54pm

Top Featured

Balochistan in 2024: The year of the women

2024 was a particularly violent year for Balochistan. What transpires in the new year hinges on Islamabad’s engagement with the province's young, educated activists.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 03:36pm

‘Honour’ crimes continued to persist in 2024, threatening Pakistani women’s lives

These cases are not just statistics; they reflect the violent stripping of women's autonomy and dignity under the guise of family 'honour'.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 12:49pm

London Mayor Sadiq Khan handed knighthood as over 1,200 named in Britain’s New Year honours

List includes over 1,200 people in politics, sport, arts or community service who will be awarded honours.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 12:43pm

Xi says China must apply ‘more proactive’ macroeconomic policies in 2025

Beijing is aiming for official national growth target of about 5pc this year.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 12:37pm

The rise and fall of Pakistani cinema culture

Expensive tickets, little disposable income, predictable movies, the proliferation of streaming services — the problems are endless.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 10:47am

Editorial: With the advent of means to annihilate all life, entire human race has been put on death row

What happens when the bomb explodes? If you’re in the vicinity, you’ll not live to know.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 09:23am

Imran Khan, in some ways, is the symptom and not the cause of our political crisis

In order to work on the real crises (economic and political), the obsession with personalities has to end.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 08:55am

International

Russia, Ukraine exchange over 300 POWs

Zelensky says Kyiv received 189 people as part of the deal, including soldiers, border guards, 2 civilians.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 08:43am

International

Chinese teens jailed for classmate’s murder

Zhang and Li sentenced to life and 12 years in jail respectively for murdering classmate with a shovel in March.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 09:55am

Editorial: Before a charter of economy is sought, govt must resolve tensions with opposition

To start with, the PML-N leadership needs to develop an agreement on the broader economic goals within the party.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 08:41am

International

Germany accuses Musk of trying to influence polls

Musk has endorsed the far-right AfD party as Germany’s last hope in an opinion piece.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:00am

International

Study cautions against perils of AI-driven ‘intention economy’

Increasing familiarity with AI emerging tools is helping enable this new array of "persuasive technologies".

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:04am

Middle East

31 Kurdish, Turkish-backed fighters killed in Syria

Pentagon says ceasefire between Turkiye and US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces holding.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:12am

International

WHO urges China to share Covid origins data

"This is a moral and scientific imperative," the UN body says.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:16am

Front Page

Imran retained 108 Toshakhana gifts, court told

Aleema Khan claims her brother has refused "deal for freedom", vowed to fight his cases; terms Toshakhana case "politically motivated".

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:43am

Front Page

Five-year transformation plan for economy to be unveiled

Ahsan Iqbal urges civil servants to play role in shaping country’s future; says Chashma-5 project reflects strong Pakistan-China bond.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:08am

Front Page

Polio tally climbs to 68 on cusp of new year

PM Shehbaz emphasises importance of increasing use of technology across all health sectors.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 09:38am

Front Page

20 killed, over 30 injured in two road tragedies

Bus skids off motorway near Fatehjang; eight members of a family killed in collision between van and trailer near Moro.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 08:11am

KP & FATA

KP govt hopes Kurram peace accord will be inked today

Roads not being reopened as a precaution until peace deal finalised, says Barrister Saif.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 09:59am

Back Page

South Korea orders safety probe after deadly airline crash

Cries of anguish echo through airport lounge as desperate families wait for identification of victims.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:58am

Middle East

WHO demands Gaza hospital chief’s release

Red Cross says healthcare in Palestinian enclave "obliterated’"; 27 killed in 24 hours; five more Palestinians die in Israeli detention.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:04am

Back Page

Climate change impacts grip globe in 2024

WMO report says outgoing year set to be the warmest on record.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:15am

Islamabad

Commissioner takes strict notice of roads dug up for municipal services in Rawalpindi

Makes NOCs from deputy commissioners mandatory.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:54am

Islamabad

Overseas Pakistanis drawn to C-14 plots in Islamabad

Over 500 expats apply for 238 plots of one kanal.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:50am

Islamabad

Islamabad’s 10th Avenue project jumps extended deadline

Only 35pc progress made as officials blame paucity of funds for delay.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:48am

KP & FATA

Bannu residents protest ‘killing’ of two brothers by police

Demand FIR against Township police station SHO.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:54am

KP & FATA

Health dept fails to take action on corruption probes against officials in KP

Those found guilty of misappropriation continue to perform duty.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:34am

KP & FATA

KP assembly speaker orders security briefing by police chief amid concerns

Lawmakers question how terrorists continue to infiltrate despite border fencing.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:37am

KP & FATA

Dir police officials demand allowance for polio duty

A total of 2,300 policemen and 230 Dir Levies officials complain they haven't been paid the duty allowance for three drives.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 01:59pm

Punjab

Four Lahore cops booked for robbing, harassing ex-officer

FIR alleges they forced retired officer to withdraw Rs25,000 from bank.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:07am

Punjab

Bahawalpur suspect wanted in 34 cases ‘killed by accomplices’

During an exchange of gunfire, suspect was killed by own accomplices, official says.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:16am

Punjab

Multan’s Nishtar medics ‘quit’ to protest VC removal

PMA president claims 30 other doctors sent “collective” resignation letter saying CM’s order was unjust.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:02am

Sindh

Traffic woes continue in Karachi as MWM protests enter second week

Sit-in on main Sharea Faisal near Natha Khan Bridge had been ended to facilitate people’s movement, says MWM spokesperson.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 09:54am

Sindh

With 149 outbreaks in Sindh, deadly measles makes a comeback

Health dept data shows 132 children died from vaccine-preventable disease this year.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:46am

Sindh

Difference in market, official rate of flour, other food items exposes govt failure in Karachi

Despite recent cuts, consumers are still paying higher prices for different wheat flour varieties.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 10:42am

Sport

New Zealand thump Sri Lanka to clinch Twenty20 series

Sri Lanka were all out for 141 with Duffy taking 4 wickets for 15 runs, including tourists’ top scorers Perera for 48, Nissanka for 37.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:52am

Sport

Sialkot book Quaid Trophy final date with Peshawar

Resuming first innings at overnight score of 628 for 9, Lahore Whites bundle out for 639 in 153.1 overs.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:34am

Sport

Five-star Liverpool thrash West Ham to stretch Premier League lead

Salah, with 20 goals in all competitions this season, appears to be firing Liverpool towards 20th league title in Slot’s first season in charge.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:26am

Sport

Wapda retain national women’s basketball title

Take 12-point lead at halftime; defeat Army team 38-33.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:31am

Balochistan

Hub sit-in ends after release of missing persons

Zubair Baloch and Jamal Baloch freed after 30-hour-long protest staged by family, BYC.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:21am

Balochistan

Balochistan CM launches polio drive amid rising cases

Administers drops to children at a ceremony.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 12:19pm

National

President Zardari orders six banks to pay Rs24.13m to 31 victims of fraud

Banks include UBL, Muslim Commercial Bank, Askari Bank, Allied Bank, Bank of Punjab, and HBL.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:24am

Balochistan

Balochistan lawmakers hail Benazir for her courageous leadership

Opposition, treasury MPAs pass unanimous resolution.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 12:15pm

National

Over 10,000 deported from Iran have their passports blocked

These Pakistanis were arrested in Iran for illegally crossing into Iran through Balochistan’s porous border.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:36am

National

Gilani stresses political stability for economic growth

Says collaborative efforts to address "challenges and seize opportunities is the need of the hour".

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 12:09pm

National

2024 was ‘deadliest year’ for Pakistan’s security forces

At least 685 security personnel laid down their lives amid 444 terror attacks across country; CRSS data shows KP, Balochistan worst-hit.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:35am

Balochistan

Balochistan imposes Section 144 to prevent highway blockages

CM Bugti takes serious notice of ongoing blockages by political parties and other groups.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 11:10am

National

1.4m babies born into hunger in Pakistan in 2024

Save the Children says 345,000 people in Gaza could face catastrophic hunger in coming months.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 07:48am

Business

How banks became irrelevant to the country’s economy

Part of the blame for banks’ negligible contribution to economic growth lies on govt’s shoulders.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 09:12am

Business

0.92pc quarterly growth negates govt claim of economic revival

Industrial contraction affects overall growth in July-September.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 08:17am

Business

UBL arranges $300m loan for Pakistan

"Transaction supports Pakistan’s external financing needs," bank says about short-term loan arranged through its UAE, Bahrain branches.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 07:47am

Business

Pakistan Business Forum opposes unconstitutional curbs, seeks simplified tax return

Proposes that tax returns should be simplified to a one-pager as was the case in many other developing and advanced countries.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 09:25am

Business

NA panel seeks roadmap to boost exports

Trade Development Authority of Pakistan directed to brief the committee after incorporating its observations.

Updated 31 Dec, 2024 09:17am

National

PTI to put ‘two initial demands’ before govt in Jan 2 talks

NA speaker will chair in-camera meeting, scheduled for Thursday at Parliament House.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 07:45am

Suspect sent on judicial remand for allegedly filming women at Khanewal garment shop’s changing rooms

SHO says arrest made on Sunday, FIR includes two to three unidentified suspects as well.

Published 31 Dec, 2024 12:37am

Tuesday, December 31, 2024