T20 World Cup; Bangladesh announces not to send cricket team to India
Indian Hindu extremism has also engulfed cricket, with Bangladesh announcing that it will not send its cricket team to India for the T20 World Cup. Bangladesh Sports Advisor Dr. Asif Nazrul Islam said that the Bangladesh cricket team will not go to India to play the World Cup. He made it clear that there is no justification for going to India now because India is apparently failing to provide security to our players. Bangladesh had demanded that India shift its World Cup matches to Sri Lanka.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 17:07 UTC
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's plan to protest on February 8 has been revealed.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to protest across the country on February 8. According to party sources, a detailed plan for leading the protest at the provincial level has been prepared for this. According to PTI’s plan, the protest in Punjab will be led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, while Shahid Khattak will look after the protest matters in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Similarly, PTI’s protest in Balochistan will be led by Mahmood Achakzai, while Allama Nasir Abbas will look after the protest matters in Sindh. According to sources, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi will finalize all matters related to the protest during his recent visit to Sindh.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 17:07 UTC
Who are Hania Aamir and Sajal Ali going to marry in 2026? A big claim has come to light.
As 2026 began, news about the possible marriage of two famous actresses Hania Amir and Sajal Ali gained momentum in the Pakistani showbiz industry. According to reports, famous actress Hania Amir will likely marry singer and actor Asim Azhar, while Sajal Ali will reportedly start a new journey of life with actor Hamza Sohail. Recently, the YouTube show What’s The 411 mentioned claims that Hania Amir and Asim Azhar will get married first, after which Sajal Ali and Hamza Sohail are expected to get married. Similarly, Hania Aamir has not made any clear statement regarding the marriage, nor has Asim Azhar officially confirmed the news. Will these marriage news really become a reality or will they remain limited to social media and entertainment reports?
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 16:17 UTC
'Wandering planet' discovered in the depths of space
Scientists have identified a ‘wandering’ planet that is floating in space on its own. Most planets discovered in the universe are in some kind of star system, like our Earth and other planets in this solar system. While the main method for identifying other planets is to observe the motion of these planets in front of their stars. Therefore, observing these wandering planets without a star becomes extremely difficult. Now scientists have identified one of these planets using a micro-lensing event (a process in which the light from the star behind the planet is magnified).
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 16:17 UTC
Ishaq Dar visits China, agrees to give new dimension to cooperation in various sectors including CPEC
Beijing: During the visit of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Beijing, the two countries have agreed to take cooperation in various fields, including the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), to a new level. The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister also met with China’s Executive Vice Premier Ding Shuixiang, during which the commitment to further strengthen the China-Pakistan All-weather Strategic Partnership was reaffirmed. The two leaders agreed to give a new dimension to cooperation in various fields, including CPEC. According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, Ishaq Dar held separate telephonic conversations with Malaysian Foreign Minister Muhammad bin Haji Hassan, Bangladeshi Foreign Adviser Towhid Hussain, and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Ahmed Mohamed Abdul Ati. It should be noted that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq is on a visit to China where he will also co-chair the 7th Pakistan-China Strategic Dialogue.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 16:17 UTC
American pop star Beyonce joins list of billionaire musicians Archives
American pop singer Beyonce, known worldwide as “Queen B”, has achieved another major success in her career and has officially joined the list of billionaires. The leading business magazine Forbes has confirmed this honor by listing Beyonce Knowles Carter as one of the richest singers in the world. According to Forbes, Beyonce is the fifth […]
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 09:08 UTC
Venezuela's Supreme Court orders Delcy Rodriguez
“We demand the immediate release of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores,” Rodriguez said, calling Maduro “the only president of Venezuela.” A Venezuelan court later ordered Rodriguez to assume the position of interim president. “The people that are standing right behind me” – such as Rubio and Hegseth – would oversee the country, Trump said. He said on Saturday that as president, including his first term, he has overseen military actions that were “only victories.” But none of those involved removing another country’s leader. The United States has leveled similar charges against Maduro, accusing him of running a “narco-state” and rigging the 2024 election. Various estimates by academics say the actual cost to the United States of its years-long entanglement in Iraq ended up being at least $2 trillion.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 09:08 UTC
Four police personnel martyred in firing
Four police personnel, including three traffic wardens, were martyred in separate firing incidents carried out by unidentified assailants in Lakki Marwat and Bannu on Sunday. According to details, the first incident took place in Lakki Marwat where traffic police officials were performing routine duty when unknown attackers opened fire. The martyred officials were identified as Incharge Traffic Police Naurang Jalal Khan, Constable Azizullah, and Constable Abdullah. In a separate incident in Bannu, a police constable identified as Rasheed Khan was martyred after being fired upon by unidentified motorcyclists under Mandan Police Station, in the Kafshi Khel area. A police spokesperson stated that a total of four police personnel were martyred within a span of four hours in the Bannu region, terming the attacks a serious challenge to law and order.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 08:36 UTC
Cases involving taxes will be given priority: Chief Justice Afridi
Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has said that swift decisions in tax cases affecting the national economy will be a priority for the apex court. A statement has been issued following a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Justice Afridi regarding a strategy for the early disposal of tax cases. According to the statement, Chief Justice Afridi said that prolonged tax cases restrict fiscal space and undermine investors’ confidence. He emphasized that swift decisions in tax cases affecting the national economy will be a judicial priority, noting that delays in such cases are harmful to investment and economic stability. The meeting also stressed the need for improved coordination and communication between the judiciary and tax authorities, and considered institutional reforms to ensure consistency and faster decisions in tax cases.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 08:36 UTC
KP CM orders immediate inquiry into removal of
Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi has ordered an immediate inquiry into the removal of 11 children from Zamung Kor, a welfare institution for orphaned and underprivileged children. According to a statement, the chief minister also directed an investigation into the distribution of hygiene kits among children residing at Zamung Kor. He also instructed officials to allocate a special quota for Zamung Kor students under the ETEA merit scholarship programme. In addition, the chief minister ordered the digitalisation of Zamung Kor’s accounts system and the stipend disbursement mechanism to ensure transparency. He added that Zamung Kor institutions were established under Imran Khan’s Ehsaas vision and must be run in their true spirit, stating he would personally monitor all related matters.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 08:36 UTC
Section 144 imposed in North Waziristan, all
Authorities have imposed Section 144 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, resulting in the closure of all entry and exit routes, local officials confirmed on Sunday. According to an official notification, Section 144 will remain in force from 5:00am to 7:00pm across the district. During this period, restrictions will apply to public movement, and all internal and external roads have been sealed to ensure strict implementation of the order. Officials said the temporary restrictions are aimed at maintaining law and order and ensuring security operations can be carried out without disruption. Local administration officials emphasized that the restrictions are precautionary in nature and will be lifted once the designated time period ends.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 08:36 UTC
Act of war: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemns
– New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has strongly condemned US military action against Venezuela, calling such a move a clear violation of international law and global norms. According to foreign media reports, Mamdani conveyed his opposition directly to US President Donald Trump during a recent telephone conversation. This stance marks Mayor Mamdani’s first open and public disagreement with President Trump since assuming office as New York City’s mayor. So far, there has been no official response from President Trump or the White House regarding Mamdani’s comments. However, the mayor’s position has sparked debate in political circles, questioning the role of city leaders in foreign policy discussions.
Source:The Patriot
January 04, 2026 08:36 UTC
Clearing the Digital Bottleneck
Her announcement of a major spectrum auction and preparations for Pakistan’s first-ever 5G rollout signals a decisive shift toward future-ready digital governance. The minister’s analogy of “trying to run four-lane traffic on a two-lane road” aptly captures the strain on existing digital infrastructure. The federal cabinet’s approval of a new spectrum auction framework is therefore a timely and strategic intervention. More notably, the commitment to launch 5G services within six months in provincial capitals, including Islamabad, places Pakistan firmly on the regional digital map. If executed effectively, the upcoming spectrum auction and 5G rollout could mark a turning point for Pakistan’s digital economy, enabling innovation, enhancing competitiveness, and empowering millions of citizens.
Source:The Patriot
January 03, 2026 22:49 UTC
Rapid erosion of secular India
Yet taken together, these shifts point to a fundamental transformation of the Indian republic — one that departs sharply from the secular ideals enshrined in its Constitution. A state that privileges one religious identity inevitably marginalizes others, regardless of rhetorical assurances. The question is not whether religious identity has a place in public life — it always has — but whether the state can remain impartial among its citizens. The continued dilution of secularism risks transforming India from a republic of equals into a hierarchy of belonging. Without this, secular India may survive in name, but not in substance.
Source:The Patriot
January 03, 2026 22:49 UTC
Report: Blue Jays bolster offence with Kazuma Okamoto signing
Report: Blue Jays bolster offence with Kazuma Okamoto signingThe Toronto Blue Jays’ front office has struck again, this time reportedly landing Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto. ET, has agreed to a free-agent contract with the Blue Jays, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported Saturday. His deal will be worth $60 million over four years, as first reported by the New York Post’s Jon Heyman, and will include a $5 million signing bonus without any opt-outs. Defensively, Okamoto has spent time both at first and third base, winning Gold Gloves in Japan at both positions. It’ll be interesting to see how the Blue Jays plan to deploy Okamoto, considering they already have franchise cornerstone Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at first and feature multiple options at third, including Ernie Clement and Addison Barger.
Source:The Nation
January 03, 2026 18:56 UTC