Web archive - September 14, 2024

Pakistan

Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz calls for strategy to enhance export of pink salt

Province plans to boost value of pink salt by banning raw exports, and using modern methods for extraction

World

Democrats probing Trump's 2016 campaign over alleged $10 million donation from Egypt

Representative Jamie Raskin demands answers about how Justice dept under Trump handled the investigation

Life & Style

Film festival to honour Kareena Kapoor Khan’s 25 years in Bollywood

The film festival announcement comes as fans await Kareena's next role in Singham Again, releasing Diwali 2024.

World

Clashes reported between Harris supporters and pro-Palestinian activists at Pennsylvania rally

Protesters criticise incumbent US Vice President and Democrat Presidential candidate's stance on Israel's war on Gaza.

World, Technology

Social media companies at risk of fines in Australia for enabling misinformation

Internet platforms could face fines up to 5% of global revenue for failing to curb online misinformation.

Life & Style

Actor Imran Khan to make comeback with Aamir Khan-produced Netflix film

Imran was last seen in 2015 alongside Kangana Ranaut, and took a break from acting to focus on personal matters

Pakistan

May 9 cases: ATC summons JIT head for next hearing in Lahore

Former federal ministers Fawad Chaudhry and Azam Swati, along with other accused, appear in court.

Pakistan

Nine terrorists arrested in multiple operations across Punjab

Intelligence-based operations in Punjab lead to arrest of nine terrorists, and disruption of potential terror plots.

Pakistan

Saudi Arabia offers 15% investment in Reko Diq mining project

The project advances with infrastructure grants and investment plans pending final cabinet decision.

World

Pakistani-American Ali Sajjad Taj announces 2026 candidacy for California Assembly

Taj, current Mayor Pro Tem of Artesia, will run for California’s 67th State Assembly District in the 2026 election.