78 m. ago Disqualification reference seen as strategic move by Punjab Assembly speaker

LAHORE: The threat of disqualification references against 26 provincial assembly members is being viewed as a tactical move rather than a genuine attempt at punitive action, according to a source close to the Punjab Assembly Speaker. The source revealed that Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan is using the move as a bargaining chip to ensure […]

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6 h. ago India faces global criticism over Kashmir as UN resolutions continue to be ignored

ISLAMABAD – As Kashmir Martyrs’ Day approaches on July 13, voices around the world are once again drawing attention to India’s ongoing defiance of United Nations resolutions regarding the disputed territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The day commemorates the 1931 killing of 22 peaceful Kashmiri protesters by Dogra forces outside Srinagar Central Jail. The protest […]

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8 h. ago Aurangzeb urges swift action on population surge and climate crisis

ISLAMABAD – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Thursday underscored the urgent need to tackle population growth and climate change, calling them two of the biggest threats to Pakistan’s future. Speaking at a World Population Day event hosted by the Ministry of National Health Services, he stressed that unchecked population growth was putting immense pressure on […]

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11 h. ago Gaza ceasefire may take a week or more, says Israeli official

A senior Israeli official has stated that a Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas could be reached within one or two weeks, but it is unlikely to happen in just a single day. This comment came during Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ongoing visit to Washington, where key negotiations and diplomatic talks are underway. The official, speaking […]

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12 h. ago Hajj 2026: registration extended as 313,000 pilgrims sign up

Good news for those planning to perform Hajj in 2026 — the Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the registration deadline by two more days. Applicants can now submit their forms until July 11, either through designated banks or the official online portal. This decision came after several aspiring pilgrims requested additional time to complete […]

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20 h. ago OGRA launches second phase of digitizing Pakistan’s oil supply chain

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has launched the second phase of its flagship initiative – Digitising Pakistan’s Oil supply chain. Building on the successful deployment of its online licensing system and the first phase of digitisation, OGRA has now initiated a comprehensive Track & Trace system in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology […]

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20 h. ago Red Bull sacks Christian Horner after 20 years as F1 team boss

Christian Horner was sacked on Wednesday by Red Bull after 20 years as team principal of the Formula One outfit. The 51-year-old has been in charge since the team was formed in 2005 and has led them to eight drivers’ titles and six constructors’ crowns. Dutchman Max Verstappen has won the past four drivers’ titles […]

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23 h. ago Alkhidmat completes 2,100 clean water projects over the last year

Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan successfully completed 2,100 clean water projects across the country last year, benefiting more than 550,000 individuals. For the current year, the organization aims to complete 2,320 water related projects. Under its WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Program, Alkhidmat is not only ensuring the provision of clean drinking water but also playing a […]

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23 h. ago More than 160 people still missing days after deadly Texas floods

More than 160 people remain unaccounted for after devastating floods in Texas, the state governor said Tuesday, marking a dramatic increase in the number of missing from a tragedy that has so far claimed 109 lives. Four days after flash floods roared through several Texas counties, some in the middle of the night, hopes of […]

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30 h. ago Glacier melting and reduced snowfall threaten water crisis in Gilgit

The Environmental Protection Department of Gilgit-Baltistan has warned about a severe water crisis in the region caused by reduced snowfall and rapidly melting glaciers due to climate change. Khadem Hussain, Director of the department, spoke about the rising temperatures and massive floods affecting the area. He explained that both external and internal factors contribute to […]

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30 h. ago Pakistan’s oil supply goes digital with OGRA’s track & trace

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has taken a major step toward modernising Pakistan’s petroleum sector by launching the second phase of its oil supply chain digitisation project. This phase introduces a sophisticated Track & Trace system developed in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). The new system will monitor petroleum product […]

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32 h. ago Tragic death of Humaira Asghar sparks grief and concern across Pakistan

The Pakistani entertainment industry is mourning the tragic death of actor and model Humaira Asghar Ali, whose decomposed body was discovered in her Karachi apartment on Tuesday. Gizri Police confirmed the 35-year-old had likely passed away nearly 20 days earlier, unnoticed in the flat she had been living in alone since 2018. The discovery was […]

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33 h. ago ICC ODI rankings: Babar in top gear, rest of Pakistan left behind

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the latest One Day International (ODI) player rankings, bringing both positive and concerning news for Pakistan cricket fans. Pakistan’s star batter and former captain Babar Azam continues to shine, holding second place in the ICC ODI batters’ rankings. India’s Shubman Gill remains at the top spot, showing consistency […]

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34 h. ago Taiwan kicks off largest war games amid rising tensions with China

Taiwan launched its biggest annual military drills on Wednesday, simulating attacks on key command systems and infrastructure in preparation for a possible Chinese invasion. The Han Kuang exercises, running over the next 10 days, will focus on defending the island through realistic scenarios, including communication breakdowns and command decentralization during crisis. Officials say the drills […]

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35 h. ago Monsoon rains wreak havoc across Pakistan, 21 dead in two days

Heavy monsoon rains have battered various parts of Pakistan, flooding low-lying areas and claiming 21 lives over the past two days. Cities including Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad witnessed intense showers that submerged streets and disrupted daily life. In Lahore, rain hit multiple areas such as Garhi Shahu, Islampura, Chauburji, and Johar Town, offering temporary relief […]

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47 h. ago British HC empowers Pakistani media amid monsoon devastation

As Pakistan grapples with deadly monsoon floods and a projected $1.2 trillion cost of climate inaction, the British High Commission has launched a nationwide climate journalism training initiative to empower media professionals to drive awareness and action. The training will spotlight the crucial role journalists play in encouraging climate action. Journalists can spotlight climate change […]

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47 h. ago 25 children, driver injured after school van plunges into ravine in AJK

MUZAFFARABAD: At least 25 schoolchildren and a driver were injured when a van plunged into a gorge near Chikar hill station in the Neelum Valley of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). According to the AJK police, the injured were promptly shifted to the DHQ Hospital Hattian Bala and Tehsil Headquarters (THQ) Hospital Chikar. Superintendent Police […]

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50 h. ago Kate Middleton’s Royal Workload Causes Her More Frustration Amid Ongoing Health Issues

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, is reportedly feeling more frustrated than ever before due to her overwhelming workload within the royal family. With her royal engagements ramping up, it seems that a day doesn’t go by without her making a public appearance or attending an official event. The constant demands have left her feeling […]

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51 h. ago Chinese premier calls for commitment to building open world economy

RIO DE JANEIRO: Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for commitment to building an open world economy, and stressed the importance of opposing unilateralism and protectionism. When addressing the plenary sessions of the 17th BRICS Summit on Sunday and Monday, Li stressed the need to maintain stability and smoothness of industrial and supply chains. The […]

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51 h. ago Heavy rain, floods forecast for Pakistan as PMD issues alert for next two days

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday issued a warning for heavy rainfall and potential flooding across various regions of the country, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Punjab, Azad Kashmir, and parts of Balochistan, for the next two days. Monsoon rains are essential for replenishing water supplies, aiding agriculture, and supporting livelihoods, especially for farmers […]

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