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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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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4 d. ago Report warns India posing threat to Pakistan’s water security

ISLAMABAD: India cannot abruptly stop the Indus River or completely divert its tributaries, but it can influence the timing of water flows to Pakistan within its technical limits, posing a significant short-term threat, the Ecological Threat Report 2025 has warned. The study, published by the Sydney-based Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), highlights Pakistan’s vulnerability […]

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5 d. ago Russian embassy debunks fake video alleging Putin threatened Pakistan

The Embassy of Russia in Pakistan has through an official statement confirmed that a viral video allegedly showing Russian President Vladimir Putin threatening Pakistan amid tensions between Islamabad and Kabul is “100% fake”. Pro-Afghan and Indian users shared a video on the social media platform X on Wednesday allegedly showing the Russian president warning Pakistan’s […]

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5 d. ago PTA warns citizens against fake online job scams and SIM fraud

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public warning against rising online job scams and SIM card frauds targeting unsuspecting citizens across the country. The authority cautioned that cybercriminals are exploiting social media platforms by posting fake job offers to steal personal data and money. According to the PTA, scammers pose as legitimate […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan won’t need ‘even a fraction’ of its arsenal, Asif warns Taliban

Defence minister issues strongest warning yet after Istanbul talks collapse Says Pakistan engaged in peace talks at request of friendly nations Terms Afghan officials’ remarks “venomous” and reflective of fractured mindset Warns any terror attack on Pakistan will invite a decisive response ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday issued a stark warning to […]

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6 d. ago Khawaja Asif: Pakistan prepared to defend borders, even inside Afghanistan

Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif warned that any violation of the country’s borders will receive a strong response. He said Pakistan is prepared to act even inside Afghanistan if required. Asif made the remarks amid ongoing tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and recent clashes involving militant groups. He emphasized that Pakistan will protect its sovereignty […]

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6 d. ago Test Pakistan and pay the price, Khawaja Asif warns Afghan Taliban

Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has issued a strong warning to the Afghan Taliban after talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan failed. He said Pakistan will no longer tolerate the Taliban’s deceit and hostile actions. According to him, Pakistan entered the negotiations for peace at the request of friendly countries. However, the Afghan officials’ harsh statements […]

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7 d. ago PM Shehbaz urges Global North–South synergy for climate resilience, shared prosperity

Calls for technology transfer, resource sharing to uplift developing nations, warning loans alone can’t rebuild climate-battered economies Highlights Pakistan’s reforms, youth empowerment, and digital transformation, stresses unity of humanity in tackling global inequality and climate crisis Lauds Saudi Crown Prince’s vision at FII-9 for sustainable development, seeks global dialogue on responsible use of AI RIYADH: […]

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9 d. ago Pakistan delivers ‘final warning’ to Afghan Taliban over cross

Islamabad rejects Kabul’s ‘continued patronage’ of terror outfits, demands verifiable action Officials presents concrete evidence of TTP and allied networks based on Afghan soil Officials say Taliban “following someone else’s agenda,” hinting at Indian involvement Islamabad warns of unilateral defensive steps if Kabul fails to curb terror proxies ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has conveyed a firm and […]

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9 d. ago PM, President reaffirm ‘unwavering support’ to Kashmiris, demand global action against India’s rights abuses in IIOJK

Pakistan observes Kashmir Black Day with renewed resolve for freedom of IIOJK, terming Oct 27 ‘darkest day’ in Kashmir’s history President Zardari urges UN to hold India accountable for grave human rights violations PM Shehbaz says peace in South Asia impossible without Kashmir resolution ISLAMABAD: The national leadership—including President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister […]

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1 week ago PM calls for unity, brotherhood, and shared sacrifice to drive national progress

Premier Shehbaz says it’s collective duty to move together on path of peace, prosperity, and harmony Highlights Balochistan’s untapped natural wealth worth trillions of dollars, announces Rs180b annual allocation to rebuild Karachi–Chaman ‘bloody road’ Recalls 2010 NFC Award spirit, when provinces stood together ‘like brothers,’ urges Balochistan’s active role in Pakistan’s development Warns resurgence of […]

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1 week ago Sanaullah warns PTI of firm action over planned Islamabad march

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Wedesday warned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of firm government action if it attempts to march toward Islamabad, saying law enforcement agencies will prevent the protest from entering the federal capital. Speaking to a private TV channel, the minister said the government would use “every possible measure,” including tear gas shelling […]

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1 week ago Minister warns baby formula draining Pakistan’s economy, urges mothers to return to breastfeeding

Minister of State for National Health Services Dr Mukhtar Ahmad Bharath has urged mothers across Pakistan to breastfeed their infants, warning that the growing dependence on formula milk is not only harming child health but also burdening the national economy. Speaking at a seminar in Islamabad, Dr Bharath emphasized that breast milk remains the most […]

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2 w. ago COAS reaffirms Pakistan’s pursuit of peace but warns against violation of its sovereignty

Field Marshal Asim Munir says Indian proxies, cross-border terror to be crushed ‘decisively’ Says ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’ and ‘Fitna al-Khawarij’ spreading violence under foreign agenda Stresses Balochistan’s people, not politics, Pakistan’s true strength, vowing decisive action to rid province of militant proxies Highlights centre, provincial efforts to uplift province through people-centric growth, urging youth, civil society […]

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2 w. ago IMF warns floods to slow Pakistan’s growth, push up inflation

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that recent floods could seriously hurt Pakistan’s economy. Growth may slow, inflation may rise, and the current account deficit could widen. These effects follow major flooding during the third quarter of 2025. The IMF shared its findings in its latest Regional Economic Outlook report for the Middle East […]

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2 w. ago Bureaucratic delays hindering Pakistan’s climate resilience efforts

Pakistan’s ability to combat the worsening climate and water crises is being undermined by bureaucratic red tape and sluggish disbursement of international climate funds, according to Prime Minister’s Advisor Dr Syed Tauqir Hussain Shah. Speaking at the Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO) Rome Water Dialogue, Dr Shah warned that Pakistan, one of the world’s most […]

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2 w. ago No space for war in a nuclearised environment, Field Marshal Munir warns India

Highlights successes in Marka-i-Haq and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, saying responsibility for any future escalation will rest entirely with India COAS vows to defend every inch of Pakistan, cautions India against provocation Reiterates Pakistan’s support for Kashmir and Palestine based on UN resolutions Warns Afghan regime against allowing its soil to be used by terrorist proxies […]

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2 w. ago Field Marshal: Afghanistan should rein in proxies that attack Pakistan

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has urged Afghanistan to stop allowing militant proxies to use its soil against Pakistan. Speaking at the Pakistan Military Academy Kakul, he warned the Taliban regime to control these groups. He said the use of Afghan territory for attacks inside Pakistan was dangerous and unacceptable. Pakistan, he stated, would defeat […]

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2 w. ago COAS Asim Munir Warns Afghan Taliban to Act Against Proxies Targeting Pakistan

ABBOTTABAD – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Saturday called on the Afghan Taliban government to act against militant groups operating from Afghan soil and launching attacks inside Pakistan. Speaking at the passing-out parade of cadets at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul, the Army Chief said, “Every proxy war by […]

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