58 m. ago PM Shehbaz urges swift finalization of national industrial policy to boost local manufacturing

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to quickly finalize the National Industrial Policy in consultation with all relevant stakeholders. Chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Thursday, he emphasized the importance of resolving industrial sector challenges and speeding up local manufacturing growth. The Prime Minister said domestic industries are key to achieving export-led economic […]

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91 m. ago Russia warns Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear plant could cause ‘chernobyl

Moscow: Russia has issued a grave warning following reports of an alleged Israeli strike near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, saying any attack on the active facility could cause a catastrophe on the scale of Chernobyl. According to Reuters, an Israeli military spokesperson initially confirmed an attack on the area, but the statement was later […]

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1 hour ago Gold extends losses for 4th day in Pakistan, falls to Rs358,595 amid global dip

KARACHI – Gold prices declined in Pakistan on Thursday, extending losses to a fourth day amid sluggish demand in the

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3 h. ago Rain expected across Pakistan from june 20, urban flooding warning issued

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted widespread rainfall in different parts of the country starting June 20. The rain spell is expected to continue until June 23, bringing much-needed relief from the intense heat. According to PMD, these showers may break the ongoing heatwave and bring cooler temperatures across many regions. The rain is […]

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5 h. ago Israeli Defense minister threatens to kill Iran’s supreme leader after hospital attack

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has threatened to kill Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in response to the Iranian ballistic missile attack on Soroka Medical Center in Be’er Sheva. Katz warned that Khamenei would pay the price for his crimes. Katz said Israel will begin targeting new strategic sites in Iran to eliminate threats […]

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5 h. ago North Korea condemns Israeli strikes on Iran, warns US and Europe against fueling war

North Korea strongly condemned Israel’s recent strikes against Iran, calling them a “crime against humanity” and warning the United States and European powers to stop fueling the conflict. A spokesperson for North Korea’s foreign ministry expressed “serious concern” over Israel’s military actions and accused it of killing civilians. The statement, released by North Korea’s state-run […]

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5 h. ago Israeli attacks kill 140 in Gaza as global focus shifts to Iran conflict

Israeli gunfire and airstrikes killed at least 140 people across Gaza in the last 24 hours, local health officials reported. Many Palestinians feel their suffering is being overlooked as the world’s attention turns to the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. The Gaza health ministry confirmed that 40 people died on Wednesday due to Israeli […]

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6 h. ago Trump welcomes Pakistan army chief, says he prevented war with India

Former US President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, at the White House in a rare and historic meeting that lasted over two hours. This marked the first time a US president has officially welcomed a Pakistani military leader at such a high level, signaling a fresh chapter in US-Pakistan relations. […]

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15 h. ago Tarbela Dam water levels drop to critically low levels, threatening power generation

HARIPUR: Water levels in the Tarbela Dam have fallen to dangerously low levels, raising concerns about electricity generation due to a lack of rainfall. As of now, the water level stands at 1,450.85 feet, only 48 feet above the dead level of 1,402 feet. The dam is experiencing a continuous decline in water inflow due […]

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16 h. ago Family demands justice after man dies in swing accident at Shimla Hill

ABBOTTABAD: Raja Rafaqat Kayani, a father of two, tragically died after falling from a swing at Shimla Hill, under the administration of the Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA). He was laid to rest on Tuesday, as his family mourned the heartbreaking loss. Kayani, who worked for a private company, had visited Shimla Hill for goods recovery. […]

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20 h. ago At UN, Pakistan calls Gaza situation not just catastrophic but ‘collapse of humanity’

Amb Iftikhar calls the UNGA resolution a necessary assertion of international will, saying, ‘Pakistan proud to have supported and co-sponsored this initiative’ NEW YORK: Pakistan voiced “profound anguish, disappointment, and mounting despair” over the worsening plight of the people in the besieged Gaza Strip as the 10th UN General Assembly session on Palestine resumed Tuesday, […]

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21 h. ago Dar directs urgent evacuation of Pakistanis stranded in Iran, Iraq

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has ordered the swift evacuation of all Pakistani nationals currently stranded in Iran and Iraq. He chaired a high-level meeting to assess ongoing efforts and instructed officials to accelerate the repatriation process. Dar expressed satisfaction with the steps taken so far but emphasized the need for urgency. […]

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21 h. ago Dar asks PIA to liaise with MoFA for smooth evacuation of Pakistanis from Iran, Iraq

Deputy directs FO in coordination with other departments to expedite repatriation of Pakistanis DPM Dar warns of strict action against hoarding and overpricing of food items ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday instructed Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to coordinate closely with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to ensure smooth and […]

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23 h. ago Govt vows to keep sugar prices stable, meets dealers for market transparency

Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, chaired a high-level meeting today with representatives of the Pakistan Sugar Dealers Association to address the current situation of sugar supply and pricing across the country. During the meeting, the minister emphasized the government’s firm commitment to ensuring that sugar remains affordable and available […]

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24 h. ago IWMI launches digital tools to improve water and climate planning

ISLAMABAD – Three new digital platforms have been launched to help Pakistan better manage its water, food, and energy resources,

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25 h. ago Khamenei warns U.S.: Iran won’t surrender or tolerate threats

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei firmly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for unconditional surrender, saying Iran would never accept threats. His remarks came through a televised statement on Wednesday, marking his first response since Israel began bombing Iran last week. Khamenei said that peace or war cannot be forced upon Iran. He added, […]

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26 h. ago Khamenei vows ‘no mercy’ as Iran fires hypersonic missiles at Israel

Iran launched hypersonic missiles at Israel, marking a significant escalation. Supreme Leader Khamenei warned Iran would show “no mercy” to Israel. Iran claims it used advanced Fattah-1 missiles in the attack, which targeted Israeli territories. Meanwhile, Israel responded with air strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, killing top scientists and commanders. These actions increase fears of […]

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27 h. ago Iran warns of strong response if US directly joins Israeli strikes

GENEVA – Iran has warned that it will respond firmly if the United States becomes directly involved in Israel’s military actions, the Iranian ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva said on Wednesday. Ali Bahreini told reporters that he considers the US “complicit in what Israel is doing.” He added that Iran has set a […]

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27 h. ago PM Shehbaz forms committee to boost cashless economy and digitization

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday formed a high-level committee to promote a cashless economy and speed up digitization across Pakistan. The prime minister will personally chair the committee and oversee its progress weekly. During the meeting, the prime minister stressed that digitizing the economy is one of the government’s top reform […]

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29 h. ago Scorching heatwave alert: hot and dry weather to dominate across Pakistan, warns PMD

  The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning for hot and dry weather across most parts of the country starting Wednesday. Severe heat is expected during the daytime, especially in the plain areas. According to the Met Office, this hot weather pattern will continue from June 18 to June 21. Citizens, particularly children, […]

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