King Salman Gate: Saudi Arabia’s Grand Vision for Mecca

Saudi Arabia has unveiled the King Salman Gate project, a major expansion around the Grand Mosque in Mecca. Announced by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the initiative is designed to welcome millions more worshippers, modernize the city’s infrastructure, and create hundreds of thousands of jobs, while preserving Mecca’s sacred identity.

Sohail Afridi Sworn in as Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan Tehreek‑e‑Insaf’s Sohail Afridi has formally assumed the role of Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after securing majority support in the provincial assembly. His oath was administered by Governor Faisal Karim Kundi in a ceremony attended by senior officials and party leaders. The transition follows weeks of political uncertainty, legal challenges, and internal rifts within PTI.