9 h. ago Pakistan, EU agree to bolster security, counterterrorism cooperation

At 10th Political Dialogue, Pakistan, EU affirm their commitment to implementation of SEP signed in 2019 Both sides reaffirm aspiration to convene 7th Strategic Dialogue in 2025 to strengthen bilateral cooperation BRUSSELS/ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the European Union (EU) on Thursday agreed on bolstering cooperation in security and counter-terrorism, among other sectors, during a bilateral dialogue. […]

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9 h. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan pledge joint action on border security

  Kabul: Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to work closely on regional security and border concerns after a high-level diplomatic meeting in Kabul. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Afghanistan’s Acting Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani on Thursday. The meeting happened on the sidelines of the framework signing for the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (UAP) Railway […]

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11 h. ago At least 61 dead, several rescued in huge fire at hypermarket in Iraq’s Kut

KUT, IRAQ: At least 61 people have been killed and many more are missing following a devastating fire that broke out at the newly opened Corniche Hypermarket Mall in the city of Kut, located in the Wasit governorate of eastern Iraq. Officials confirmed on Thursday that 14 charred bodies had been recovered, and 45 people […]

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12 h. ago Investigation deepens into Humaira Asghar’s mysterious death, former staff under scrutiny

KARACHI: The investigation into the death of actress and model Humaira Asghar, whose decomposed body was found in her flat in the Defense area of Karachi, has intensified, with local authorities examining multiple angles of the case. Asghar, who was found dead in her flat on July 8, 2024, had been unreachable since October 7, […]

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12 h. ago ‘Empowering Innovation: Roadmap for Startups’ launched in Pakistan

KARACHI – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Thursday launched its report “Empowering Innovation: Roadmap for Startups”

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13 h. ago EU, Pakistan boost ties at 10th political dialogue in Brussels

The 10th Political Dialogue between the European Union and Pakistan was held on July 17 in Brussels, where both sides discussed strengthening their bilateral relationship and regional cooperation. The EU was represented by Olof Skoog, while Pakistan’s delegation was led by Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch. This high-level meeting focused on important political, security, and multilateral […]

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17 h. ago Lahore Zoo Back Under Wildlife Department After Contract Exit

  The Department of Wildlife has officially resumed control of Lahore Zoo operations after the private company managing it withdrew from its contract. All zoo services, including entry tickets and parking, are now being handled directly by the zoo administration. The private company had secured the Rs500 million contract on January 1, 2025, to manage […]

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18 h. ago Israeli military vehicles enter Syrian territory after Damascus airstrikes

A convoy of Israeli military vehicles crossed into Syrian territory near the Druze town of Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights on Thursday, following powerful airstrikes on Damascus the previous day. The convoy included four Humvees towing equipment and one transport vehicle carrying troops. The vehicles drove along a road close to the border fence, […]

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18 h. ago Deadly violence at Bangladesh youth rally leaves four killed

Violence broke out on Wednesday during a rally organized by Bangladesh’s youth-led National Citizen Party (NCP) in the southern town of Gopalganj. According to local media reports, four people were killed and nine others injured amid the clashes. The rally was meant to mark the one-year anniversary of the NCP’s revolutionary movement. However, the event […]

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18 h. ago UNICEF reports over 17,000 children killed, 33,000 injured in Gaza war

UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell revealed that more than 17,000 children have been killed and 33,000 injured in the ongoing Gaza conflict. Speaking to the UN Security Council, she said an average of 28 children die daily, equivalent to a whole classroom lost each day for nearly two years. Russell highlighted the severe hardships faced […]

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19 h. ago Israel pounds Damascus, vows to shield Druze amid Syrian turmoil

In a dramatic escalation, Israel launched intense airstrikes on Damascus on Wednesday, targeting the Syrian defence ministry and an area near the presidential palace. The strikes were aimed at halting attacks against the Druze community in southern Syria, as Israel accused Syrian government forces of failing to protect the minority group. Military officials confirmed that […]

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19 h. ago ICC refuses to cancel Netanyahu arrest warrant amid Gaza probe

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected Israel’s request to withdraw arrest warrants issued against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. In its latest ruling published on the ICC website, the court also turned down Israel’s appeal to halt the ongoing investigation into alleged war crimes in the Palestinian Territories. The […]

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20 h. ago Pakistan, Kenya explore new avenues of collaboration in agriculture, trade

Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening agricultural ties with

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20 h. ago Monsoon havoc in Punjab: 103 dead, hundreds injured in rains

Heavy monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across Punjab, causing massive destruction to life and property. According to a report by the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), 103 people have died while 393 have been injured due to rain-related incidents this season. In the last 24 hours alone, 63 people lost their lives, and 290 others […]

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20 h. ago FBR income tax return 2025: Required documents for salaried, businessmen revealed

ISLAMABAD – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has set the deadline for taxpayers across Pakistan to submit their income

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22 h. ago Passenger bus attack leaves 3 dead; army major martyred in IBO

A deadly attack targeted a passenger coach travelling from Karachi to Quetta near Niemurgh Cross in Kalat district, Balochistan, leaving at least three passengers dead and seven others injured, according to local police sources. Confirming the incident, spokesperson Shahid Rind stated that the injured had been shifted to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Kalat. […]

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23 h. ago At least 21 people killed in stampede, suffocation at GHF site in Gaza

At least 21 Palestinians have been killed in the latest carnage at the GHF aid distribution centre in southern Gaza, with most of the victims reported to have died in a stampede. Gaza’s Ministry of Health has disputed the allegation from the controversial United States- and Israel-backed organisation that armed agitators were responsible for the […]

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23 h. ago 3 killed, 34 injured as Israel bombs Syrian Defence Ministry near Presidential Palace

At least three people were killed and 34 others were injured on Wednesday when the Israeli army launched a new wave of airstrikes on the Syrian capital, Damascus, the Health Ministry said. The state news agency SANA said warplanes carried out strikes on the General Staff Complex and the Presidential Palace, known as Qasr al-Shaab, […]

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24 h. ago SECP releases white paper on transitioning to new pension scheme

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has published a White Paper following the National Workshop on Transitioning to a Defined Contribution (DC) Pension Scheme. The workshop convened senior representatives from federal and provincial governments, the insurance and pension fund industries, and international development partners to discuss the shift from Pakistan’s fiscally unsustainable Defined […]

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24 h. ago Pakistan, Kenya explore new avenues of trade, agriculture collaboration

Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening agricultural ties with Kenya, besides enhancing cooperation in other sector of the economy for promoting bilateral relations between both the countries. The minister held an important meeting with Lt. Gen. (Rtd.) Peter Mbogo Njiru, High Commissioner of Kenya […]

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