6 h. ago No bar on extraditing ‘individuals of concern’ if India cooperates, says Bilawal

PPP Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday said Pakistan had no objection to extraditing “individuals of concern” to India as a confidence-building measure, as long as New Delhi showed willingness to cooperate in the process. Ties between Pakistan and India have remained tense, further strained after New Delhi, without presenting evidence, […]

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6 h. ago China helped Pakistan during India conflict, says Indian Army deputy chief

China gave Islamabad “live inputs” on key Indian positions during Pakistan’s deadly conflict with its neighbor in May, the deputy chief of India’s army said on Friday, calling for urgent upgrades to the country’s air defense systems. The nuclear-armed rivals used missiles, drones and artillery fire during the four-day fighting – their worst in decades […]

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6 h. ago Bilawal says ‘Islamabad may opt’ for extraditing ‘individuals of concern’ if India cooperates

PPP chairman expresses concern about India’s vow to pursue terrorists, calling it a ‘new abnormal’ ISLAMABAD: PPP Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday said Pakistan had no objection to extraditing “individuals of concern” to India as a confidence-building measure (CBM), as long as New Delhi showed willingness to cooperate in the […]

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8 h. ago Evolving global landscape warrants regional cooperation to confront challenges: PM

PM Shehbaz addresses ECO Summit, saying, ‘forces of instability and chaos continue to destabilise our region for geo-political agendas Condemns recent Indian aggression and New Delhi’s attempts to weaponise water by holding IWT in abeyance Reiterates India couldn’t be allowed to ‘pursue this dangerous path that will be regarded as an act of aggression by […]

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9 h. ago Pakistan sets bold industrial revival plan to boost exports and cut imports

ISLAMABAD – The government has finalized a new industrial policy to revive Pakistan’s struggling industrial sector. The Prime Minister’s Committee on Industrial Policy approved key reforms in a recent meeting chaired by SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan. The policy focuses on increasing exports, reducing imports, and helping small businesses grow. Officials said the industry’s share in […]

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10 h. ago Pakistan women’s team gears up for Ireland tour with Karachi camp

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that a comprehensive skills and fitness training camp for the national women’s cricket team will be held in Karachi from July 7 to August 2. The camp is being organized in preparation for the team’s upcoming tour of Ireland, where they will play a three-match T20I series. A […]

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11 h. ago India caught off guard by Pakistan Army’s C4ISR and Rocket capabilities, admits top general

NEW DELHI – India’s Deputy Army Chief, Lieutenant General Rahul Singh admitted tactical setbacks in May 2025 escalation as Pakistan’s

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13 h. ago India monsoon season death toll hits 69 after floods, landslides

MUMBAI: Flash floods and landslides after torrential rain over the last two weeks killed at least 69 people and injured 110 others in India’s northern Himalayan regions, officials said on Friday. Scores of people die each year during the rainy season due to flash floods and landslides across India, a country of 1.4 billion people. Rivers swollen by lashing […]

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14 h. ago Lahore lion attack: Court orders animal sent to safari park, owner arrested

A Lahore court has ordered that an African lion, which injured children in Johar Town, be moved to Safari Park. The animal had attacked a family visiting a private farmhouse, leaving three people — including two children — seriously injured. Wildlife officials presented the lion in court and confirmed that it was being kept illegally […]

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14 h. ago India unveils $234 million drone push after border tensions with Pakistan

India is preparing to launch a massive $234 million incentive programme to boost its domestic drone industry following recent military clashes with Pakistan, sources revealed on Friday. The move is aimed at reducing dependency on imported drone parts and developing a strong local manufacturing base for both civil and military use. The planned programme, set […]

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16 h. ago  US sanctions firms in Pakistan, India over Iranian oil trade links

The United States has imposed sanctions on six companies and multiple vessels for helping Iran sell and transport oil and petrochemical products. The blacklisted firms include those based in Pakistan, India, the UAE, and Panama. Washington says this step is part of its broader effort to apply economic pressure on Tehran and block its oil […]

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16 h. ago Air India falsified maintenance records amid engine safety directive: report

India’s aviation watchdog warned Air India Express earlier this year for failing to replace engine parts on time as required by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), according to an official memo. The memo also revealed that maintenance records were allegedly altered to show compliance with the directive, raising major safety concerns. The incident […]

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19 h. ago India Reblocks instagram accounts of Pakistani celebrities amid controversy

Several popular Pakistani celebrities have once again faced Instagram account blocks in India, just a day after the restrictions were briefly lifted. Indian users now see a message saying, “Account not available in India” due to a legal request. Celebrities like Yumna Zaidi, Danish Taimoor, and Mawra Hocane have had their Instagram handles become inaccessible […]

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20 h. ago PCB announces national women’s skills camp ahead of Ireland T20I series

LAHORE – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday announced the schedule for the national women’s team’s skills and fitness camp

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20 h. ago Aurangzeb advances strategic partnerships during meetings on sidelines of FFD4

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a series of high-level bilateral meetings and strategic engagements on

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38 h. ago Pakistan set to join Asia cup in India after visa greenlight

In a welcome move for regional sports, the Indian government has approved visas for Pakistan’s national hockey team to participate in the Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to take place in Rajgir, Bihar, from August 27 to September 7, 2025. According to Indian media, the decision was finalized after receiving approval from the Ministry of Home […]

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39 h. ago Parliament warns of rising climate threats, criticizes disaster response systems

ISLAMABAD – The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Climate Change voiced serious concern on Thursday over Pakistan’s growing climate challenges and the poor performance of its disaster response systems. Officials and lawmakers discussed glacier melting, flood risks, and ineffective early warning systems. During the session, committee member Sahibzada Sibghatullah criticized the current warning system, calling […]

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43 h. ago Amarnath Yatra begins in occupied Kashmir amid tight security and lingering tensions

Thousands of Hindu pilgrims began the annual Amarnath Yatra in Indian-occupied Kashmir on Thursday, starting from Pahalgam, the same town where a deadly April attack triggered armed conflict between India and Pakistan. Despite fears, devotees say they feel safe due to the presence of heavy security forces. Last year, over 500,000 people took part in […]

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43 h. ago India Blocks Pakistani Celebrity Accounts Again After ‘Technical Glitch’

In a surprising turn of events, the Indian government has reinstated digital restrictions on the social media accounts of several Pakistani celebrities, just a day after they were briefly accessible. The accounts, including those of Mawra Hocane, Ahad Raza Mir, and Saba Qamar, were once again inaccessible to Indian users by Thursday morning, with a […]

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43 h. ago Deadly heatwave grips Europe, leaves 8 dead and triggers crisis measures

A severe early summer heatwave has swept across Europe, claiming at least eight lives and forcing emergency measures in several countries. Spain, France, and Italy reported heat-related deaths, while authorities across the continent issued red alerts, battled wildfires, and even shut down power reactors. Spain saw four casualties, including two people who died in a […]

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