4 h. ago Swat tragedy report uncovers widespread negligence by multiple departments

PESHAWAR – An official inquiry report into the Swat tragedy has revealed shocking lapses in the handling of the incident, pointing fingers at several government departments and key officials. The investigation has exposed severe negligence, which has raised questions about the readiness of local authorities during emergencies. One of the most critical findings was that […]

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4 h. ago Kashmir martyrs day: Honoring the sacrifices of 22 brave souls

MUZAFFARABAD – Kashmiris across the globe are observing Kashmir Martyrs Day today to honor the 22 individuals who laid down their lives on July 13, 1931. These martyrs were killed by the Dogra forces outside the Central Jail in Srinagar while protesting the oppressive rule of the Dogra Maharajah. This day has since become a […]

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14 h. ago £190 Million Scandal: Shehzad Akbar Emerges as the Central Figure

The £190 million corruption scandal has unraveled with damning revelations implicating former Chairman of the Asset Recovery Unit (ARU) and ex-Adviser to the Prime Minister on Accountability, Mirza Shehzad Akbar, as the principal architect of a highly organized and unlawful scheme. This is not mere negligence— it is betrayal. And the time has come for […]

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23 h. ago Emergency vaccination drives slash outbreak deaths by 60%, study finds

Emergency vaccination efforts during deadly disease outbreaks have reduced death rates by nearly 60% over the past 25 years, according to a major new global study. The research, supported by the Gavi vaccine alliance and conducted by Australia’s Burnet Institute, offers the world’s first detailed analysis of how emergency immunisation improves public and global health […]

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39 h. ago President calls for promoting trade, investment ties with Czech Republic, Ukraine

President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday called for promoting Pakistan’s trade and investment relations with Czech Republic and Ukraine as Pakistan’s ambassadors-designate for both countries called on him here. The president, in a meeting with Pakistan’s designated Ambassador to Czech Republic Shahryar Akbar Khan, said that the Czech Republic was an important partner for Pakistan […]

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42 h. ago NDMA issues warning for heavy rain, flash floods across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a nationwide alert, urging citizens to take precautionary measures as moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast across most parts of the country over the next three days. The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), which operates under the NDMA, released a three-day weather outlook predicting widespread rainfall, […]

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43 h. ago Chinese FM calls for joint efforts in finding right way for China, U.S. to get along

KUALA LUMPUR: China and the United States should work together to find the right way to get along with each other in the new era, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Friday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, expressed his hope that the […]

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46 h. ago Senate stakes high: PPP courts Fazlur Rehman for KP power play

Political maneuvering has intensified in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) ahead of the upcoming Senate elections. On Friday, a delegation from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) held a crucial meeting with Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman in Islamabad to discuss the evolving political scenario and explore possible cooperation. The meeting included key figures like KP […]

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50 h. ago Special Savings Certificates: Rs5,300 profit announced on Rs100,000 investment

ISLAMABAD – The Central Directorate of National Savings has slashed the profit rates on Special Savings Certificates with effect from

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50 h. ago Court reserves verdict on Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s acquittal plea in may 9 case

ISLAMABAD – A district and sessions court in Islamabad has reserved its verdict on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s acquittal plea in the May 9 vandalism case. Judicial Magistrate Shehzad Khan presided over the hearing, while Qureshi’s lawyer, Advocate Ali Bukhari, appeared on his behalf. The court listened to arguments and reserved the […]

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51 h. ago US stresses stronger economic ties with Pakistan, highlights mineral sector opportunities

WASHINGTON – The United States has once again emphasized the importance of strengthening economic cooperation with Pakistan, with a special focus on the country’s emerging critical minerals sector. Mary Bishoping, the Trump administration’s point person for South and Central Asia, made these remarks during her address at the annual Pakistan Mango Festival, held at the […]

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52 h. ago Pakistan’s foreign reserves hit $20 billion mark, highest since march 2022

KARACHI – Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves surged by $1.93 billion in a single week, reaching a total of $20.02 billion as of July 4, 2025, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This marks the highest level of reserves since March 18, 2022, reflecting growing economic stability. The central bank’s own reserves saw a […]

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59 h. ago 87 killed, 149 injured in rain fury since June 26 as flood fears mount

At least 87 people have been killed and 149 others injured in rain-related incidents across Pakistan since June 26, according to figures released Thursday by the country’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Pakistan’s most populous province, Punjab, reported 29 deaths including 15 children, while the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province recorded 30 deaths, 14 of them […]

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62 h. ago IT minister, Meta delegation discuss AI, digital cooperation

Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Thursday discussed advancing digitization in Pakistan, exploring the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI), enhancing cooperation in public sector innovation and capacity-building. During a meeting with a high-level delegation from Meta, led by Sarim Aziz, Director of South and Central Asia Public Policy, the minister […]

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67 h. ago Israeli airstrike kills 15 in Gaza, including 10 children waiting for aid

A deadly Israeli airstrike on Deir al-Balah, a central city in the Gaza Strip, has killed at least 15 Palestinians, including 10 children and 3 women, according to local authorities. The victims were reportedly gathered at a medical aid point to receive nutritional and medical support when the attack took place. The site was designated […]

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68 h. ago China willing to promote strategic coordination with Russia: Wang Yi

BEIJING: China is ready to work with Russia to continuously promote strategic coordination and safeguard the security and development interests of both countries, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Russian Foreign […]

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69 h. ago Yousuf Raza Gilani cleared of nine more TDAP corruption charges

KARACHI: The Federal Anti-Corruption Court in Karachi has acquitted Senate Chairman and former Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani in nine additional cases tied to the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) corruption scandal. With this latest verdict, Gilani has now been cleared in a total of 12 cases linked to the 2009 scandal. Gilani appeared […]

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2 d. ago Ahsan Iqbal declares population growth and child stunting as national emergency

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, on Thursday declared the dual threat of unchecked population growth and widespread child stunting a national emergency. He warned that these challenges are severely undermining Pakistan’s future economic competitiveness, governance capacity, and human development prospects. Speaking at a function held in observance of […]

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2 d. ago India faces global criticism over Kashmir as UN resolutions continue to be ignored

ISLAMABAD – As Kashmir Martyrs’ Day approaches on July 13, voices around the world are once again drawing attention to India’s ongoing defiance of United Nations resolutions regarding the disputed territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The day commemorates the 1931 killing of 22 peaceful Kashmiri protesters by Dogra forces outside Srinagar Central Jail. The protest […]

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3 d. ago Turkiye’s defense czar, Air Chief agree to accelerate progress across various sectors of mutual interest

Two leaders discuss evolving regional security dynamics, ongoing defense cooperation, and prospects for future collaboration in emerging domains of warfare PAF chief highlights enduring Pakistan and Türkiye brotherly, emphasizing the common aspirations and strategic convergence that bind the two nations Mr. Yasar Güler conveys Türkiye’s earnest desire to bolster bilateral defense relations through deeper industry-to-industry […]

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