3 h. ago Altaf Hussain battles severe illness, admitted to London hospital

Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) founder Altaf Hussain has been hospitalised in London following a severe illness, party officials confirmed on July 11, 2025. Senior MQM leader Mustafa Azizabadi said doctors conducted multiple tests and are closely monitoring his condition. They appealed to supporters to keep Hussain in their prayers. Altaf Hussain, living in self-imposed exile […]

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6 h. ago Karan Thapar grilled, Bilawal chilled: A diplomatic knockout

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has drawn widespread acclaim for his calm, confident performance in a high-profile online interview with Indian journalist Karan Thapar, aired by The Wire. The interview, meant to be tough and confrontational, turned into what many are calling a “political masterclass,” with Bilawal disarming aggressive questions with facts, empathy, and diplomacy. When […]

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7 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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16 h. ago World Population Day: First Lady calls for renewed national commitment to empowering every citizen

On the occasion of World Population Day 2025, the First Lady of Pakistan, Her Excellency Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, calls for a renewed national commitment to the health, dignity, and empowerment of every individual; especially women, children, and youth across the country. “On this day, we are reminded not only of numbers, but of the lives […]

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20 h. ago ANP’s Maulana Khanzaib, cop shot dead in Bajaur ‘targeted attack’

ANP’s Aimal Wali condemns the killing, saying the party would register FIR of the incident against the state BAJAUR: Awami National Party (ANP) leader Maulana Khanzaib, along with a policeman, was killed on Thursday when unidentified suspects ambushed his car in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district, according to the police. “The politician was shot dead in […]

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27 h. ago Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi’s legacy lives on as nation marks 19th death anniversary

LAHORE – Renowned Urdu poet, short story writer, and literary icon Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi was remembered on his 19th death anniversary Wednesday for his timeless contributions to South Asian literature. Born on November 20, 1916, in Anga, Khushab, Qasmi spent his life exploring themes of poverty, justice, and human dignity. He passed away on July […]

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27 h. ago Shaheen Afridi, Fakhar Zaman join PM youth cricket trials at NED university

KARACHI – A special cricket trials event was held at NED University Ground in Karachi under the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme. Notable attendees included former Pakistan cricket captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, Test cricketer Fakhar Zaman, and PML-N leader Rana Mashhood, who also serves as Chairman of the Youth Programme. Speaking at the ceremony, Rana Mashhood […]

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47 h. ago Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen to join Pakistan’s training camp for Bangladesh T20I series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that senior players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi will join the national white-ball training camp ahead of the T20I series against Bangladesh. The camp, which will run from July 9 to 15, will take place at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. Along with the […]

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47 h. ago “Pakistan fights terror, it doesn’t fuel it,” says Bilawal Bhutto

In a bold statement to Indian media, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari rejected allegations that Pakistan supports terrorist groups, declaring that “Pakistan is a victim of terrorism, not its facilitator.” He stressed that the Pakistani state does not permit terrorism within or outside its borders, and highlighted the country’s long-standing sacrifices in the fight against […]

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53 h. ago Omar Ayub’s election dispute: ECP concludes arguments, decision pending

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has concluded the hearing on the petition challenging the election of National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub and reserved its verdict. During the proceedings, the petitioner’s lawyer, representing Babar Nawaz, argued that there were numerous irregularities in the election, including alleged fake votes and improper consolidation of results. He […]

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55 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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56 h. ago Basit Ali questions Shaheen Afridi’s exclusion from Bangladesh T20 series squad

KARACHI – Former Pakistan Test cricketer Basit Ali on Wednesday raised concerns over the exclusion of star pacer Shaheen Shah

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56 h. ago PTI leader Shibli Faraz Hospitalized in Peshawar following cardiac discomfort

PESHAWAR – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Senate Shibli Faraz was admitted to the

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68 h. ago ‘No govt without PPP’s support:’ Bukhari rebukes rumours about President’s removal

PPP general secretary says those behind rumours lack understanding of the Constitution. Senior PPP leader says party will not be joining federal cabinet ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari on Tuesday categorically rejected reports circulating regarding a “change in the presidency” as rumours, saying the government could not function without the […]

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2 d. 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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2 d. 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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3 d. ago Nation remembers Abdul Sattar Edhi on his 9th death anniversary

    Today marks the 9th death anniversary of Abdul Sattar Edhi, one of Pakistan’s most respected humanitarians and philanthropists. Edhi passed away on July 8, 2016, in Karachi at the age of 88. People across the country are remembering his unmatched contributions to humanity with prayers, tributes, and messages of respect. Born on February […]

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3 d. ago Sindh at forefront of provincial climate response: spokesperson

Government Spokesperson Sukhdev Hemnani has said that Sindh, under the visionary leadership of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, is taking significant strides to combat climate change through a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at sustainability, climate resilience and environmental protection. In a press statement, Hemnani shared that government’s most remarkable efforts to tackle climate change include the […]

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3 d. ago PCB plans fresh faces as senior trio likely to miss t20 series

Pakistan’s senior players — Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi — are likely to be rested or dropped from the T20 International (T20I) squad for the upcoming series against Bangladesh and West Indies. All three are expected to remain part of the ODI squad, but their absence from the shorter format is being […]

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6 d. ago Former Labour leader Corbyn in talks to launch new party in UK

LONDON: UK’s Labour Party’s former leader, Jeremy Corbyn has said that he was in talks to start a new political party because Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government had “refused to deliver the change” voters expected during its first year in office. Corbyn, an avowed socialist who took control of the party in 2015, was its […]

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