37 m. ago Russia launches largest drone strike yet, Ukraine calls for tougher sanctions

Russia launched its biggest drone and missile attack on Ukraine since the war began, firing 728 drones and 13 missiles in a single night. Ukraine’s air force reported shooting down 711 drones and seven missiles during the assault, which targeted multiple cities and caused destruction across the country. The strike killed at least one civilian […]

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13 h. ago 2 pilots killed as Indian Air Force Jaguar jet crashes in Rajasthan

The Indian Air Force (IAF) said two of its pilots were killed as a Jaguar fighter jet crashed near a village in Rajasthan’s Churu district on Wednesday. “An IAF Jaguar Trainer aircraft met with an accident during a routine training mission and crashed near Churu in Rajasthan today. Both pilots sustained fatal injuries in the […]

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13 h. ago More than 160 people still missing days after deadly Texas floods

More than 160 people remain unaccounted for after devastating floods in Texas, the state governor said Tuesday, marking a dramatic increase in the number of missing from a tragedy that has so far claimed 109 lives. Four days after flash floods roared through several Texas counties, some in the middle of the night, hopes of […]

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20 h. ago Sarwat Gilani criticizes Feroze Khan for glorifying toxicity in dramas

Pakistani actress Sarwat Gilani has openly criticized Feroze Khan for promoting toxic behavior through his roles in drama serials. She shared her views during an appearance on the show Let’s Be Real, where she discussed harmful portrayals in Pakistani dramas. Sarwat specifically pointed out Feroze Khan’s aggressive characters, saying they often show him abusing women […]

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20 h. ago Swat tragedy deepens: Court demands explanation on helicopter non

The Peshawar High Court took serious notice of the Swat incident. The court questioned why two helicopters were not used during the event. It demanded clear answers from the authorities responsible. This has raised many questions about the response and safety measures taken. The public and media are eagerly awaiting the official explanation. The court […]

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21 h. ago Texas flood disaster claims 109 lives, hundreds still missing

The death toll from the devastating July Fourth flash floods in central Texas has risen to at least 109, with more than 180 people still missing. Search and rescue teams are tirelessly working through thick mud and debris across the Texas Hill Country, particularly in Kerr County, where the disaster hit hardest. Governor Greg Abbott […]

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23 h. ago Militant quadcopter attacks kill one, injure three children in KP’s Bannu

Militants launched two separate quadcopter attacks in Bannu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Wednesday, killing one woman and injuring three children. According to Bannu District Police Officer (DPO) Saleem Abbas Kulachi, the first attack targeted civilians, killing a woman and injuring her two children along with another child. The victims were taken to a hospital for […]

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23 h. ago Netanyahu, Trump focus on Gaza hostages and Hamas ceasefire in Washington talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US President Donald Trump in Washington, where both leaders prioritized securing the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel’s goal to eliminate Hamas’ military and government capabilities, stating that the mission in Gaza is not yet complete. However, he added that negotiators are actively […]

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24 h. ago ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over crimes against women

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for top Taliban leaders, including Supreme Leader Haibatullah Akhundzada and Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani. The court stated that there are strong grounds to believe they committed crimes against humanity by persecuting women and girls in Afghanistan based on gender. These violations occurred between August 15, […]

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39 h. ago Peshawar high court cancels ECP notification on reserved seats in KP assembly

The Peshawar High Court on Tuesday nullified the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) notification regarding the allocation of reserved seats for women and minorities in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly. The ruling came in response to a petition filed by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). The court issued a two-page written verdict, instructing the ECP to […]

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39 h. ago ICC seeks arrest of Taliban supremo, Afghan chief justice over persecution of women

KABUL: The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Tuesday issued arrest warrants for senior Taliban leaders in Afghanistan over the persecution of women, a crime against humanity. ICC judges said in a statement there were “reasonable grounds” to suspect Supreme Leader Haibatullah Akhundzada and chief justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani “have committed the crime against humanity […]

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40 h. ago ICC moves against Taliban: Warrants issued for human rights violations

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Afghan Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani, citing crimes against humanity related to gender-based persecution of women. According to foreign media reports, the ICC took the step following investigations into forced measures and systemic oppression imposed on women under Taliban […]

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40 h. ago ZTBL loan scandal: Rs. 11 billion in farmer loans go missing

A major financial scandal has rocked Pakistan’s Zarai Taraqiati Bank (ZTBL) as over 11,400 loan files—worth more than Rs. 11.48 billion—have gone missing, officials revealed during a Public Accounts Committee (PAC) meeting chaired by Junaid Akbar Khan. Officials from the Auditor General’s Office briefed the committee that out of 22,000 loan files, nearly half have […]

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41 h. ago Actor Humaira Asghar dies in isolation – Body found after weeks

Popular Pakistani actor and model Humaira Asghar Ali was found dead in her apartment in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA) on Tuesday. The 32-year-old artist had been missing from public view for weeks. Her body was recovered from a rented flat in Ittehad Commercial Area, Phase VI, by Gizri police. The police said they arrived […]

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45 h. ago Red sea on edge as Houthis attack ships after vessel sinking

DUBAI – Tensions escalated in the Red Sea after Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched a fresh attack on a Liberian-flagged cargo ship, just a day after sinking another vessel. The latest assault on the Greek-owned Eternity C left two crew members injured and two missing, raising fears of renewed threats to global shipping routes. According to […]

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46 h. ago Pakistan mourns death of 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq gas tragedy

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of 12 Turkish soldiers who lost their lives after exposure to methane gas during a mission in northern Iraq. The incident occurred during a search operation as part of Türkiye’s ongoing Claw-Lock Operation. Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan conveyed heartfelt condolences to […]

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47 h. ago Texas Flash Floods Leave Over 100 Dead, With Search for Missing Ongoing

More than 100 people have been killed by flash floods in Texas, with several still missing, including girls from a summer camp. The floods, which struck over the Fourth of July weekend, wreaked havoc along the Guadalupe River near San Antonio, sparking a massive search-and-rescue operation. Authorities are facing tough questions about preparedness and the […]

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48 h. ago Pakistan women’s cricket team starts training camp in Karachi ahead of Ireland tour

KARACHI – The Pakistan women’s cricket team on Tuesday commenced a skills and fitness training camp in Karachi as part

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49 h. ago Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf Miss Out as Pakistan Announce Squad for Bangladesh T20 Series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20 International series against Bangladesh, set to begin on July 20 in Dhaka. In the absence of regular T20I captain Babar Azam, all-rounder Salman Ali Agha will lead the Pakistan side. Meanwhile, Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf have been sidelined due […]

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59 h. ago SBP not to repeat past mistakes of accelerating demand, economic growth

Pakistan will not “repeat past mistakes such as accelerating demand and economic growth too rapidly”, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad said on Monday. Speaking at the launch of Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code by SBP in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), he said he was confident that the ongoing transition from […]

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