6 h. ago Karachi, Sindh weather: Rains of varying intensities expected

KARACHI – Rainfall of varying intensities and gusty winds are expected in Karachi and parts of Sindh on Sunday night

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9 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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10 h. ago Tax revenue from electricity bills drops by Rs110 billion amid falling consumption

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs490 billion in taxes through electricity bills in FY2024–25, marking a sharp decline of Rs110 billion compared to Rs600 billion collected in the previous fiscal year. This drop reflects changing energy consumption trends and slower economic activity. According to official sources, the decrease in tax revenue is largely […]

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10 h. ago Lyari building collapse death toll rises to 27 as rescue operations continue

At least 27 people have lost their lives following the collapse of a five-storey building in Lyari’s Baghdad Colony, Karachi, officials confirmed on Sunday. Rescue teams are still working tirelessly to find survivors or retrieve more bodies from the rubble. According to hospital authorities, the victims include men, women, and children, including a 10-year-old boy […]

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10 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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12 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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12 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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13 h. ago Karachi building collapse: search ongoing as families bury victims

Rescue workers in Karachi continue to search for survivors under the rubble of a collapsed building in Lyari’s Baghdadi area, as families held funeral prayers for 20 of the 27 confirmed victims. The tragedy struck on Friday, leaving dozens trapped under debris from a 30-year-old structure that housed over 40 people in 20 apartments. Officials […]

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14 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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14 h. ago Elon Musk launches ‘America Party’ in bold split from Trump over tax bill

Elon Musk has officially launched a new political movement called the “America Party,” marking a dramatic break from U.S. President Donald Trump. Musk announced the move on his social platform X, declaring the new party aims to “give you back your freedom.” The billionaire made the announcement just a day after criticizing Trump’s newly signed […]

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28 h. ago Muharram 9th commemorated with fervor amid heightened security, red alert across country

Punjab CS, IG Police and Home Secretary review security arrangements for South Punjab’s biggest processions and majalis in Multan Karachi’s central mourning procession concludes at Hussainiya Iraniyan Imambargah in Kharadar peacefully amid tight security: police Islamabad Police implement a seven-layer security plan to ensure peace and public safety Mobile phone and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) […]

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31 h. ago Changan Alsvin, Oshan New Prices announced from July 2025 after Revised Taxes

KARACHI – Automakers in Pakistan are announcing revised prices for all models, with Changan becoming latest to jack up prices

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32 h. ago CTD kills five terrorists, foils major attack in Taunsa Sharif

In a significant counter-terrorism breakthrough, Punjab’s Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) killed five suspected terrorists in Taunsa Sharif during a late-night intelligence-based operation on Saturday. The action foiled what officials called a “major terror attack” planned by a heavily armed group. According to a CTD press release, the operation was carried out near the Tri-Border Village area—located […]

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32 h. ago Eight terrorists killed as Punjab CTD foils major terror attacks in Taunsa, Bahawlpur

LAHORE: The Punjab Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) said on Saturday it had killed eight terrorists in two different operations in Taunsa and Bahawalpur. The CTD said that five terrorists were killed and successfully thwarted a terror plot in Taunsa Sharif in a “major counter-terrorism breakthrough”. There has been a recent uptick in terror attacks in Pakistan over the […]

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34 h. ago Pakistani Showbiz stars commemorate Muharram with tributes to Martyrs of Karbala

KARACHI – Ninth Muharram is being observed across Pakistan with religious reverence and mourning, and several Pakistani celebrities have taken

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34 h. ago Tragic collapse in Lyari: death toll climbs to 17, more feared trapped

Rescue operations continued in Karachi’s Lyari area on Saturday, where a five-storey residential building collapsed, killing at least 17 people. Officials fear that more victims may still be trapped under the rubble. Rescue teams confirmed that three more bodies were recovered today, bringing the death toll to 17, including 10 men and 6 women. The […]

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35 h. ago Internet, Mobile Services disrupted in Karachi amid 9 Muharram processions

KARACHI – Key mourning procession for 9th of Muharram is underway in Karachi from Nishtar Park and is going toward

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35 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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36 h. ago Mobile blackout begins in Karachi amid 9th muharram processions

Mobile phone services have started shutting down in Karachi as authorities implement strict security arrangements for 9th Muharram processions across the country. Similar actions are being taken in other major cities, including Lahore, Islamabad, and Quetta. In Karachi, signals began fading by mid-morning in areas where central processions are expected. Sensitive locations and procession routes […]

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36 h. ago Pakistan’s federal debt hits Rs76 trillion – A new record high

Pakistan’s federal government debt has reached an unprecedented level of Rs76,045 billion (Rs76.045 trillion) as of May 2025, marking the highest figure in the country’s history, according to official data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The SBP’s monthly debt bulletin shows that domestic debt accounts for Rs53,460 billion, while external debt stands […]

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