4 h. ago At Doha summit, President Zardari warns against India’s weaponisation of water

President Asif Ali Zardari said on Tuesday that the violation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) by India could not and would not succeed, and warned against the weaponisation of water. President Zardari addressed the issue while speaking at the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar, saying: “We in Pakistan, on one […]

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5 h. ago Rabbani warns proposed tweaks risk rolling back 18th Amendment

PPP stalwart and former Senate chairman Raza Rabbani on Tuesday said the recently proposed changes to the Constitution, if passed, would amount to a rollback of the much-touted 18th Amendment. “The proposed constitutional amendments of the federal government, with reference to provincial autonomy, amount to a rollback of the 18th Amendment,” Rabbani said in a […]

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6 h. ago Rabbani warns 27th Amendment would undo 18th, threaten federal unity

PPP stalwart cautions against ‘recentralisation’ of powers to Centre, saying proposed changes would roll back provincial autonomy gains Warns tampering with 18th Amendment could deepen national divides, calling move a financial burden that weakens participatory federalism ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) stalwart and former Senate chairman Raza Rabbani on Tuesday cautioned that the government’s proposed […]

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7 h. ago KP govt convenes ‘peace Jirga’ to evolve ‘unified strategy’ for restoring peace on Nov 12

CM Afridi, Junaid chair high-level meeting to finalise jirga plan to be in KP Assembly Says peace, not politics, is province’s top priority, warn against tampering with NFC award 20 parties, bar representatives, ex-governors to attend the moot as Afridi reaches to Achakzai and Raja Nasir PESHAWAR: Amid escalating security concerns and a deteriorating law […]

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7 h. ago Ancient artefacts returned to Pakistan after years of diplomatic efforts

A collection of priceless ancient artefacts, which were recovered in Italy, has been returned to Pakistan following a lengthy effort to restore cultural items that were illegally removed from the country. The repatriation marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two nations, according to the Pakistani Embassy in Rome. The artefacts, which […]

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9 h. ago CM Maryam sets record with most development projects in Punjab’s history: Azma

Punjab information minister highlights Rs10b relief for flood victims, Rs100b for farmers Says 16 key projects to be shared publicly for transparency and accountability Warns of defamation action against those spreading false propaganda LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bukhari on Tuesday said that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif had emerged as the […]

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12 h. ago Experts urge unified action on water, food and climate crises

Experts at the Pakistan Water Week 2025 conference warned that Pakistan cannot achieve sustainable resilience unless water, food, and climate challenges are addressed through a single, integrated policy framework. They stressed that tackling these issues separately weakens national preparedness and called for stronger collaboration among governments, scientists, and communities. The event, themed “From Scarcity to […]

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13 h. ago Indian Sikh pilgrims cross into Pakistan after conflict closure

Pakistan welcomed the first group of Indian Sikh pilgrims on Tuesday at the Wagah-Attari border, marking the first major crossing since deadly clashes between the two neighbours in May. More than 2,100 pilgrims were granted special visas to attend a 10-day celebration commemorating the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the revered founder of Sikhism. […]

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13 h. ago Winter smog crisis deepens as pollution levels surge globally

As winter approaches, air quality is deteriorating sharply across major cities worldwide, triggering widespread health concerns. Experts warn that colder temperatures and stagnant weather patterns intensify air pollution, trapping harmful particles near the surface. This dangerous combination of seasonal science and human activity creates a toxic haze that poses severe risks to respiratory and cardiovascular […]

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13 h. ago Pakistan achieves historic success in maiden Pickleball World Cup appearance

Team Pakistan has concluded its first-ever appearance at the Pickleball World Cup 2025 in Florida, USA, from 27th Oct – 2nd Nov, with a stunning performance, securing three medals—one Gold, one Silver, and one Bronze—against a field of athletes from 68 competing nations. The phenomenal results showcase the emerging Pakistani talent, establishing the nation as […]

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14 h. ago Saba Qamar to take legal action against journalist over false claims

Renowned Pakistani actress Saba Qamar, one of the leading figures in television and film for nearly two decades, has declared that she will pursue legal action against journalist Naeem Hanif following his controversial statements about her private life. The issue arose after Hanif made claims regarding Saba Qamar’s alleged past relationship during the early 2000s, […]

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15 h. ago Experts warn Pakistan’s resilience at risk without unified water, food and climate action

ISLAMABAD – Experts have warned that Pakistan cannot achieve real resilience unless water, food, and climate are tackled collectively rather than as separate sectors. They shared these views during the opening session of Pakistan Water Week 2025, which began in Islamabad on Tuesday. Themed “From Scarcity to Sustainability: Collaborative Pathways for Water, Food, and Climate […]

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29 h. ago PTI to meet same fate as TLP’s if it doesn’t soften stance, warns Fawad

Former PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry said on Monday that both the government and the PTI, along with Imran Khan, need to show flexibility in order to create space for engagement to decrease the political friction in the country. “I’ve said this from the first day, the government should move one step forward and the PTI […]

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29 h. ago South Asian, Muslim surge could decide key races in US today

New York City’s mayoral election and Virginia’s lieutenant governor contest have become test cases of a generational shift in US politics – one in which South Asian and Muslim Americans are not just voters, but rising leaders. In New York, 34-year-old Zohran Mamdani, a Ugandan-born son of Indian-Muslim parents who grew up in Queens, leads […]

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30 h. ago Winter alert issued for Murree, Kotli Sattian amid storm forecast

The Punjab Emergency Service Department (Rescue 1122) Murree has issued a special warning ahead of the winter season, urging citizens to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel owing to expected severe weather. “In view of the winter season, rainfall and hail, all rescue stations and key points in Murree and Kotli Sattian will remain on […]

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32 h. ago Pakistan winning battle of narrative with truth, facts: Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Monday that Pakistan was winning the battle of narratives by portraying accurate and undeniable facts to the world, in the face of Indian propaganda and falsehood. Speaking at a seminar titled Pakistan’s Diplomatic Achievements: Reinvigorating Foreign Relations Through Renewed Global Engagement, organized by the […]

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33 h. ago Punjab government extends Section 144 restrictions until November 8

LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to extend the enforcement of Section 144 across the province for another week, until November 8, according to a notification issued by the Punjab Home Department. This extension follows a review of the latest threat assessments from law enforcement and intelligence agencies. Authorities have determined that maintaining these restrictions […]

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34 h. ago Mohsin Naqvi briefs Ch Shujaat on steps for internal security

LAHORE: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the residence of Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid-e-Azam group (PML-Q) President and former premier Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain. During the meeting, Mohsin Naqvi expressed his condolences to Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain over the passing of his brother-in-law, Javed Chattha, and offered heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. The interior minister also offered Fateha […]

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34 h. ago At least 20 killed, scores injured as 6.3 quake rocks Afghanistan’s north

KABUL: A strong earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale struck northern Afghanistan early Monday, killing at least 20 people and injuring dozens more, officials and monitoring agencies said. The tremor hit before dawn with its epicentre near Mazar-i-Sharif at a depth of 28 kilometres, according to the US Geological Survey. The shockwaves were powerful […]

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35 h. ago Overseas community true ambassadors of Pakistan, playing a key role in economic stability: LCCI President

LAHORE: November 03— Overseas Pakistanis are the true ambassadors of Pakistan and are projecting the real image of our country to the world. Remittances sent by overseas Pakistanis play a vital role in stabilizing the national economy, and it is due to these foreign inflows that Pakistan has been able to reduce its trade deficit. […]

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