43 m. ago Finance Minister reviews progress on Prime Minister’s Fan replacement program

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb here on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress on the readiness and forthcoming launch of the Prime Minister’s Fan Replacement Program. The meeting was attended by the Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari; Governor State Bank of Pakistan, Chairman Pakistan Banks’ […]

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1 hour ago Punjab to ban sale and begin sterilization of privately owned big cats

In a landmark move aimed at controlling the population of dangerous wild animals in private possession, the Punjab government has announced that it will enforce the sterilisation of lions, tigers, leopards, and other big cats. A ban on the commercial sale and purchase of these species will also be introduced as part of a phased […]

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5 h. ago Rs5Lac compensation announced for Lion Attack Victims amid crackdown

LAHORE – As authorities in Punjab started crackdown on those keeping lions and other wild cats, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz

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5 h. ago Aurangzeb pushes for swift launch of PM’s fan replacement initiative

Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has directed all departments to fast-track preparations for the Prime Minister’s Fan Replacement Program, which aims to replace traditional electric fans with energy-efficient models across the country. The program is expected to launch its first phase by the end of this month. Chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad, the Finance […]

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6 h. ago UAE Visa Update 2025: New Service lets you apply for Golden Residency remotely

Living in modern UAE is more than just a lifestyle choice, it’s dream for millions as tax-free income, top notch

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8 h. ago ‘Israel tried to kill me but failed,’ says Iranian President

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has alleged that Israel made an unsuccessful attempt on his life during a recent period of heightened military tensions between the two countries. In an exclusive interview with former U.S. television host Tucker Carlson, Pezeshkian was asked whether he believed Israel had tried to assassinate him. “Yes,” he replied. “They tried, […]

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8 h. ago Sweden restarts visa services in Pakistan, easing travel for nationals

Sweden has resumed its visa services in Islamabad, the Foreign Office announced on Monday. Starting July 7, 2025, Pakistani nationals can apply for Schengen visas locally to visit Sweden for up to 90 days. This step ends a two-year halt that began in April 2023 when Sweden closed its embassy in Islamabad over security concerns. […]

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9 h. ago Nearly half a million Afghans return from Iran amid forced departure order

Nearly 450,000 Afghans have returned from Iran since June 1, the United Nations’ migration agency reported on Monday. This surge follows Iran’s order for undocumented Afghans to leave the country by July 6. From June 1 to July 5, a total of 449,218 Afghans crossed back into Afghanistan, raising the yearly return count to over […]

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9 h. ago Tragedy in Gaza: Clinic shelter turns into deadly strike target

GAZA CITY — At least 12 Palestinians were killed Monday during Israeli military operations in Gaza, including six people struck in an airstrike on the Al-Rimal clinic, which serves as a shelter for hundreds displaced by over 21 months of ongoing conflict, officials said. The Al-Rimal clinic, located in Gaza City’s Al-Rimal neighborhood, was hit […]

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9 h. ago ‘Black phone 2’ promises chilling twists as plot details surface

    Fans of The Black Phone can finally breathe easy—writer Joe Hill has dropped fresh hints about the highly anticipated sequel, Black Phone 2, set to hit theaters on October 17, 2025. The movie will bring back Ethan Hawke as the terrifying Grabber, along with Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Miguel Mora, and Jeremy Davies. […]

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10 h. ago Karachi sets grave price at Rs14,300, begins crackdown on unregistered cemeteries

In a major step toward regulating burial services, the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has fixed the price of a grave at Rs14,300 and ordered the registration of all cemeteries in the city. The move aims to bring transparency and prevent overcharging in burial fees. Mayor Murtaza Wahab revealed that only 38 out of more than […]

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10 h. ago China hits back at Trump’s 10% tariff threat on BRICS aligned nations

China has strongly rebuked U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose an additional 10% tariff on countries that align with BRICS’ “anti-American” policies. Trump announced the tariff threat following the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro (July 6–7, 2025), where the group rebuked unilateral tariffs and military actions against Iran and Israel. A spokesperson for […]

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11 h. ago Field Marshal Munir: India’s claims baseless, Pakistan ready to defend firmly

Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has warned that any attack on the country will face an extremely harsh response. He said that any attempt to hit Pakistan’s cities, military bases, ports, or economic centers would be answered with a reaction much stronger than expected. He issued this strong statement during his address […]

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13 h. ago US envoy pushes for Hezbollah disarmament amid rising Israeli strikes in Lebanon

A US envoy, Thomas Barrack, met Lebanese officials in Beirut on Monday to discuss a plan aimed at fully disarming Hezbollah within four months. This comes as Israel escalated air strikes and launched a cross-border ground assault against the group. Lebanese officials see Israel’s recent military actions as an effort to increase pressure on Hezbollah. […]

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13 h. ago Afghan border faces emergency as thousands return from Iran ahead of deadline

Tens of thousands of undocumented Afghans rushed back home from Iran in recent days, creating a crisis at border points, especially at Islam Qala in Herat province. Iran had set a July 6 deadline for undocumented Afghans to leave, impacting millions of migrants who had been living in the country for years. According to the […]

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13 h. ago Thousands flock to China’s first Legoland despite scorching heatwave

Thousands of excited visitors crowded the grand opening of China’s first Legoland resort in Shanghai, despite a severe heatwave gripping the region. The resort, built with over 85 million Lego bricks, quickly sold out of tickets as families and Lego fans lined up to explore more than 75 rides, performances, and attractions spread across 300,000 […]

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14 h. ago Israel strikes Houthi targets in Yemen ports and power plant

Israel launched airstrikes on Monday targeting Houthi positions in three Yemeni ports and a power plant, marking its first attack on Yemen in nearly a month. According to the Israeli military, the strikes hit Hodeidah, Ras Isa, and Salif ports, along with the Ras Qantib power station. The military stated the operation was in response […]

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35 h. ago Sania Mirza welcomes adorable new pet into her family, shares cute moments with Son Izhaan

Former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has introduced a new member to her family, and fans are loving it. She shared heartwarming photos on social media featuring her son Izhaan and their newest companion — an adorable kitten. Since her divorce from Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik in January 2024, Sania has been living peacefully in […]

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35 h. ago Iran hit five Israeli military bases with ballistic missiles, says UK report

LONDON: Iranian ballistic missiles struck five Israeli military bases during the 12-day war last month, according to a detailed report by the British newspaper The Telegraph, citing satellite data from Oregon State University. Israel usually censors information about attacks on military and sensitive sites, fearing it could help Iran improve missile targeting. However, the report […]

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37 h. ago Jason Kelce faces backlash over patriotic fourth of july instagram post

Former NFL star Jason Kelce is facing criticism after sharing a Fourth of July video on Instagram that many fans found tone-deaf amid ongoing political and social unrest in the U.S. The video, posted on Friday, showed beachside fireworks lighting up the sky, paired with a message calling for unity among Americans. “Man, I love […]

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