Web archive - March 29, 2026

World

Syria says repelled drone attack from Iraq on US base

Attack came a day after Syria's army said it repelled another drone attack from Iraq aimed at al-Tanf

Pakistan, Punjab

PIA restarts Islamabad-London service with inaugural flight

Airline’s first flight, PK-785, departs from Islamabad to London carrying 325 passengers

Entertainment

Kanye West features Michael Jackson impersonator in ‘Father’ video with Travis Scott

The release forms part of West’s broader return to music following a period of public controversy

Pakistan

FAFEN urges Sindh to reform RTI law, citing weak enforcement and structural gaps

2025 assessment finds public bodies comply with only 54% of proactive disclosure requirements

World

Seven injured after car hits pedestrians in UK's Derby city, police say

All seven people suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries

Azad Jammu & Kashmir

Diplomacy must run parallel to military developments to avert prolonged conflict, says Masood

Former AJK president says talks necessary even as hostilities persist, terms sustained engagement essential

Pakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Three children killed, two injured in Bannu roof collapse

Residents said recent heavy rains have caused significant damage to mud houses in the area

Pakistan, Islamabad

Govt allocates Rs125b to shield public from rising oil prices

PM instructs provincial govts to facilitate motorcycle, rickshaw owners in registering vehicles in their own names

Life & Style

'Leader' premieres with Kinza Hashmi, Ali Raza winning early praise

Drama debuts with strong performances, blending politics, love, and resilience in a gripping first episode

Entertainment

Jack Black expresses interest in 'Yakuza' adaptation as Sega expands live-action projects

Also known as 'Like a Dragon', the franchise has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide since its debut in 2006