7 h. ago Monsoon rains and flash floods claim 72 lives across Pakistan in 10 days

ISLAMABAD – Heavy monsoon rains and flash floods have killed at least 72 people and injured 130 across Pakistan over the past 10 days, according to data released by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). From June 26 to July 6, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa recorded the highest number of fatalities at 28, followed by Punjab with […]

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8 h. ago FTO pledges fair tax system to empower Pakistan’s business community

The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a fair and efficient tax environment that supports businesses across Pakistan. FTO Coordinator Saif Ur Rehman shared this during a meeting with business leaders in Lahore on Saturday. Addressing a delegation led by Zahid Iqbal Arain, he highlighted the vital role businesses play in […]

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9 h. ago Thousands gather in Karbala for ashura rituals under tight security

Thousands of Shi’ite Muslims gathered in Karbala, Iraq on Sunday to mark Ashura — the most sacred day in the Shi’ite Islamic calendar — amid strict security measures across the city. Worshippers from across the country participated in religious rituals held at key sacred sites. The ceremonies began early in the morning, drawing large crowds […]

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10 h. ago Iran hit five Israeli military bases with ballistic missiles, says UK report

LONDON: Iranian ballistic missiles struck five Israeli military bases during the 12-day war last month, according to a detailed report by the British newspaper The Telegraph, citing satellite data from Oregon State University. Israel usually censors information about attacks on military and sensitive sites, fearing it could help Iran improve missile targeting. However, the report […]

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10 h. ago Israel strikes kill 32 in Gaza as ceasefire talks in Doha set to resume

GAZA CITY: At least 32 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Sunday, with 29 deaths reported in Gaza City alone, according to hospital sources. The bombardment came as Israel signaled a willingness to resume indirect ceasefire negotiations with Hamas in Doha under growing global pressure. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved sending negotiators for […]

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10 h. ago Khawaja Asif calls Gaza ‘today’s Karbala,’ urges muslim world to break silence

SIALKOT: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has drawn a powerful comparison between the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the tragedy of Karbala, urging immediate action from the Muslim world. Speaking to media on Sunday, Asif emphasized the moral duty of Islamic nations to rise against injustice and support Palestinians facing relentless violence. Reflecting on the […]

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10 h. ago King Charles may cut royal ties to shield William from Criticism

LONDON: King Charles is reportedly considering a major decision to protect Prince William from future controversy by removing the royal titles of Prince Harry’s children, Archie and Lilibet. Royal experts believe this move could shape the future of the monarchy while sparing William from direct blame. Royal commentator Sharon Hunt, writing for Daily Mail Australia, […]

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10 h. ago Fresh fears in Lyari as another residential building declared unsafe

KARACHI: Just days after a tragic building collapse claimed 27 lives, another multi-storey residential structure in Lyari’s Agra Taj area has been declared unsafe, raising alarm across the city. Cracks were spotted on the building, which houses 10 residential units, prompting immediate inspection and evacuation orders from authorities on Sunday. The Sindh Building Control Authority […]

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11 h. ago Canada may step in to support aluminum producers amid US tariffs

Canada is considering financial aid for its aluminum producers if the United States continues to enforce a steep 50% tariff on metal imports. The Aluminum Association of Canada confirmed early talks are underway, though no final decision has been made. Jean Simard, CEO of the trade group, told Reuters that major producers like Rio Tinto […]

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12 h. ago Young Huzaifa leads Pakistan’s medal haul at South Asian Karate championship

Pakistani karatekas made the nation proud at the South Asian Karate Championship 2025 in Colombo, securing a total of nine medals. Among the standout performers was young Huzaifa Arshad, who claimed gold in the under-10 category with a powerful display of skill and determination. The women’s team also made a strong impact, especially Areesha Nadeem, […]

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12 h. ago Israel rejects Hamas conditions as ceasefire talks move to Qatar

Israel is sending a delegation to Qatar for negotiations on a possible ceasefire and hostage deal, despite rejecting key changes proposed by Hamas. The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office said Hamas’ adjustments to the U.S.-backed plan were “not acceptable,” though discussions would continue. The talks aim to finalize a 60-day truce in Gaza, as proposed by […]

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13 h. ago Khawaja Asif dismisses Indian allegations, says Pakistan won without Chinese or Turkish help

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif strongly rejected Indian claims that China and Turkiye helped Pakistan during the recent border conflict. He called the allegations a desperate excuse by India to cover its military and diplomatic defeat. Asif made it clear that Pakistan acted alone in the battlefield, relying entirely on its own military strength and strategy. […]

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25 h. ago ‘Change at Presidency:’ Naqvi advises against paying heed to ‘social media speculations’

The interior minister says some people are bothered to see politicians-govt-establishment on same page Rejects rumours about the enactment of the 27th constitutional amendment   ROHRI: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday dispelled the reports claiming a “change in the presidency” and enactment of the 27th constitutional amendment as mere speculations, advising the public not […]

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26 h. ago Defeated India trying to pacify its domestic audience by blaming China: Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif rejected the top Indian Army officer’s claims about China’s ‘live [satellite] inputs’ to Pakistan during its recent conflict with India in May, saying such statements are aimed at pacifying the domestic audience. India’s Deputy Chief of Army Staff, Rahul R Singh, claimed a day ago that Beijing provided real-time satellite […]

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31 h. ago Hamas open to immediate ceasefire talks as Gaza death toll rises

Hamas has announced its readiness to begin talks “immediately” on a Gaza ceasefire based on a US-backed plan. The statement followed consultations with other Palestinian factions and marked a potential shift in the ongoing 21-month conflict. Hamas expressed willingness to negotiate a mechanism to implement the truce proposal. Meanwhile, Israel has yet to make a […]

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33 h. ago ECC demands fair access for farmers left out of Rs37.5bn loan scheme

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has expressed concern over the exclusion of small farmers from Punjab and Sindh in a new Risk Coverage Scheme. The scheme, developed to provide financial support to farmers in underserved areas, currently covers only Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The ECC has now asked the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to […]

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33 h. ago Trump: Iran has not agreed to nuclear inspections or enrichment ban

US President Donald Trump stated that Iran has not accepted international nuclear inspections nor agreed to halt uranium enrichment. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump claimed Iran’s nuclear programme had been “set back permanently” but warned it could restart operations at new locations. He added that Iran’s efforts to resume enrichment would be a serious […]

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34 h. ago Punjab unveils Rs3,000 monthly ration card scheme to support 1.2 million families

The Punjab government has launched a landmark ration card subsidy programme to assist 1.2 million low-income families across the province. Under this scheme, each registered household will receive a monthly ration subsidy of Rs3,000 to meet their basic food needs. Punjab Labour Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar called it the biggest welfare initiative in the […]

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34 h. ago “Respect is earned by giving it”: Zarnish Khan hits back at Nadia Khan

Former Pakistani actress Zarnish Khan has publicly responded to host Nadia Khan’s recent video, calling her out for past behavior. Sharing Nadia’s viral video on Instagram, Zarnish emphasized that respect comes only by giving respect — a statement that quickly gained attention across social media. The controversy began when Nadia Khan made comments about actress […]

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34 h. ago After İmamoğlu, Erdoğan’s govt targets more CHP leaders in southern Turkey

On Saturday morning, Turkish authorities arrested three more mayors from the main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), deepening political tensions in the country. CHP officials condemned the move, calling it “political revenge” by President Erdoğan’s government. According to French news agency AFP, the arrests are linked to a corruption case that previously led […]

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