79 m. 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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92 m. 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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2 h. ago Pakistan regulates crypto: New authority formed under 2025 ordinance

Pakistan has issued the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority Ordinance 2025, creating a new authority to regulate digital assets across the country. The President of Pakistan signed the ordinance, which takes effect immediately. It introduces rules for people and companies who work with virtual assets like cryptocurrency, tokens, and digital exchanges. The aim is to protect […]

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2 h. ago PMD issues high alert as heavy monsoon rains set to lash Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted intense monsoon rains across various parts of the country, beginning tonight and continuing through July 10, prompting high-alert warnings for floods and landslides. The PMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall in Islamabad, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Balochistan, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Authorities are warning of flash […]

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4 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif calls for reform and review of tariff commission

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an urgent reorganization of the National Tariff Commission (NTC) to improve its legal, administrative, and institutional performance. He issued these directions while chairing a high-level meeting on the NTC’s overall operations and recent developments. The Prime Minister stressed the need for a third-party review […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan, China to strengthen media ties against misinformation spread

BEIJING – July 10, 2025: Pakistan and China have agreed to boost their cooperation in tackling the spread of fake news and misinformation through joint media initiatives. The agreement was reached during a high-level meeting in Beijing between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Cao Shumin, Vice Minister of the Publicity […]

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4 h. ago Greece halts asylum applications for North African migrants amid surge in arrivals

Greece has announced a temporary suspension of asylum applications for migrants arriving from North Africa, following a sharp rise in sea arrivals this year. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis told parliament on Wednesday that the suspension would initially last three months and apply to those reaching Greek shores by sea. This move comes shortly after European […]

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6 h. ago Pakistan storms into U18 Asia cup semis with thrilling victory over China

Pakistan secured a spot in the semi-finals of the Men’s U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2025 after defeating China 2-1 in a highly competitive match held at the Dazhou National Hockey Training Centre. The Green Shirts continued their excellent run in the tournament, maintaining an unbeaten streak through all four of their pool matches. Hassan Shahbaz […]

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6 h. ago Pakistan, China join hands to combat fake news, disinformation

BEIJING – Pakistan and China have agreed to boost cooperation between their national broadcasters to counter fake news and strengthen

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15 h. ago Tarar assures APNS implementation of PM’s assurance on increase in advertisement rates

Says a vibrant press keeps eye on functioning of govt, highlights issues of public interest The Federal Government will soon

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18 h. ago Govt ministers warn of action if Imran’s sons come to ‘join protest’

Barrister Aqeel Malik indicates govt ‘might deny entry’ to PTI founder’s sons if they attempt to come to ‘spreading discord’ Rana Sanaullah warns PTI founder’s sons of arrest if they join protest movement in Pakistan Claims PTI’s real motive behind protests is incitement and vandalism, not democratic expression Senator Siddiqui rules out the government having […]

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25 h. ago Glacier melting and reduced snowfall threaten water crisis in Gilgit

The Environmental Protection Department of Gilgit-Baltistan has warned about a severe water crisis in the region caused by reduced snowfall and rapidly melting glaciers due to climate change. Khadem Hussain, Director of the department, spoke about the rising temperatures and massive floods affecting the area. He explained that both external and internal factors contribute to […]

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26 h. ago Pakistan on high alert: Cabinet division warns of Indian cyber attacks

The Cabinet Division warned about increased cyber attacks by Indian hackers. They use the Pahalgam incident as a cover to steal data. These attacks target government and defense institutions. Officials fear serious damage to national security. Therefore, a strict cybersecurity advisory was released. The advisory explained that hackers send malware through emails and WhatsApp messages. […]

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26 h. ago Mystery deepens around actress Humaira Asghar’s death as initial postmortem reveals no cause

  The initial postmortem report of actress and model Humaira Asghar has failed to determine the cause of her death, police confirmed on Wednesday. Her decomposed body was found in a flat in Karachi’s DHA Phase VI, Ittehad Commercial area, during a court-ordered eviction by Gizri Police. DIG South Syed Asad Raza stated that officers […]

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28 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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29 h. ago Taiwan kicks off largest war games amid rising tensions with China

Taiwan launched its biggest annual military drills on Wednesday, simulating attacks on key command systems and infrastructure in preparation for a possible Chinese invasion. The Han Kuang exercises, running over the next 10 days, will focus on defending the island through realistic scenarios, including communication breakdowns and command decentralization during crisis. Officials say the drills […]

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29 h. ago UAE dismisses fake claims about lifetime golden visas for specific nationalities

The UAE has officially denied recent rumours suggesting that lifetime Golden Visas are being offered to specific nationalities. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) issued a clear statement saying such claims are false and misleading. Officials confirmed that all Golden Visa procedures follow legal guidelines and are available only through […]

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30 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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42 h. ago After revolution, Bangladesh warms to Pakistan, China as India fumes

Protests in Bangladesh that toppled the government last year triggered a diplomatic pivot, with Dhaka warming towards China after neighbouring India was angered by the ousting of its old ally Sheikh Hasina. One year since the protests, that realignment risks intensifying polarisation – and fears of external interference – as political parties in Bangladesh jostle […]

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42 h. ago Pakistan warns UN of Afghanistan becoming breeding ground for terror

Pakistan on Monday called on the international community to “speak with one voice” in order to hold the Taliban to their commitments, including not to allow the use of Afghan soil against any country and to ensure the shared goal of a stable and prosperous Afghanistan free from terrorism. “We continue to see attempts by […]

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