33 m. ago PM directs ‘national disaster management’ plan as monsoon toll hits 178

PM Shehbaz visits NEOC, reviews monsoon situation, disaster response efforts, and increasing intensity of weather patterns Lauds provincial govts for their response, effective disaster handling, and coordination with NDMA and PDMAs Pakistan contributes minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions but ranks among top ten most climate-vulnerable countries: PM This year’s monsoon intensity is 60–70% higher […]

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42 m. ago Former Minister Durrani, Senator Irfan Siddiqui agree to carry on dialogue for resolving political issues

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Senior leader and Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Senator Irfan Siddiqui, was called on by former Federal Minister for Information, Muhammad Ali Durrani here in Islamabad on Thursday. The two leaders held an in-depth discussion on the prevailing political situation in the country. Senator Durrani referred to […]

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82 m. ago ‘2nd this month’: Two killed, three injured as another Lyari building collapses

Rescuers carry out operation, shift bodies and injured to civil hospital KARACHI: Two women were killed and three others sustained injuries on Thursday after the roof of a six-storey building caved in near Lyari’s Khadda Market, the second this month, rescue officials confirmed. According to rescuers, the sixth floor of Ghani Mansion building, near Bilal […]

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1 hour 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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1 hour ago Lift operator arrested for sexually assaulting boy at Karachi hospital

KARACHI: A lift operator at Dr Ruth KM Pfau Civil Hospital in Karachi has been arrested for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old boy. After the assault, the accused, identified as Abdul Waheed, reportedly gave the boy Rs100 and instructed him not to tell anyone. However, the boy confided in his father, Rashid Ahmed, who had been […]

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2 h. ago Batteries stolen from flood warning post disrupt monitoring system

Unknown thieves have stolen six batteries from a flood warning post located on Nullah Leh at Pirwadhai, disrupting the flood monitoring system. The theft led to the disconnection of the post from the main flood control room, triggering an immediate response from the flood monitoring staff. Upon arrival, the staff discovered broken locks and missing […]

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3 h. ago Heavy rains claim dozens of lives in Punjab, emergency declared

LAHORE: Sections 144 have been imposed across Punjab, and a state of emergency declared in several districts, after torrential monsoon rains triggered flooding that has claimed the lives of at least 60 people in the last 24 hours. Authorities have warned of more rainfall over the next few days, as the National Disaster Management Authority […]

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3 h. ago CM Maryam puts administration on high alert to cope with monsoon rains

Punjab CM directs Civil Defense, volunteers to be ready to tackle any emergency Directs Deputy Commissioners to fully cooperate with Punjab Disaster Management Authority LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Thursday directed the commissioners and deputy commissioners to remain alert in view of unusual monsoon rains. She directed the commissioners and deputy commissioners of […]

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3 h. ago CEO Caught on Jumbotron at Coldplay Concert Sparks Affair Allegations | VIDE

A tech CEO found himself at the center of cheating allegations after being caught in an intimate embrace with a coworker on the Jumbotron at a Coldplay concert in Boston on Wednesday night. The viral moment, which was shared widely on social media, showed Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot caught […]

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3 h. ago Punjab govt, opposition reach consensus on assembly conduct; 26 MPAs to be reinstated

LAHORE: A negotiation committee formed to address the suspension of 26 opposition members from the Punjab Assembly has successfully reached a consensus after its third meeting on Thursday. Punjab’s provincial minister, Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman, confirmed the outcome to the media, stating that both the government and opposition had agreed on a code of conduct to […]

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3 h. ago Humaira Asghar’s parents suspect their daughter may have been murdered

LAHORE: For the first time since the discovery of actress Humaira Asghar’s body in a Karachi flat, her parents have addressed the public, denying several claims about their involvement and the circumstances surrounding her death. Her father clarified that he had learned of her passing through relatives, and later confirmed it through the police. He […]

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4 h. ago SCO FM’s Council makes sound preparations for Tianjin Summit: Wang Yi

TIANJIN: On July 15, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi chaired the Meeting of the Council of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Member States in Tianjin. When meeting the press with SCO Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev after the meeting, Wang Yi […]

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4 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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4 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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4 h. ago Buckingham Palace Confirms King Charles’ Painful Decision to Go Against Royal Tradition

Charles III, like his mother Queen Elizabeth II, faces difficult decisions as he navigates the modernization of the British monarchy while maintaining its legacy. With Camilla by his side, the King has been making strategic moves to ensure the royal institution’s continued relevance and stability in an ever-changing world. Amid growing public expectations and economic […]

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5 h. ago State Bank of Pakistan’s foreign reserves rise by $23 million

KARACHI – Pakistan’s liquid foreign reserves stood at $19,957.1 million as of July 11, 2025. According to the data released

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6 h. ago Trump’s tariffs cast shadow over G20 finance talks in South Africa

Tensions over U.S. tariff threats have dominated the G20 finance ministers’ meeting in Durban, South Africa. As finance chiefs gathered to discuss global economic cooperation, President Donald Trump’s new tariff plans created concern about further trade disruption and global fragmentation. South Africa, the host, urged G20 countries to show bold leadership and unity in tackling […]

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9 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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9 h. ago Kate Middleton Shares Heartfelt Message on Cancer Battle with Prince William’s Support

Kate Middleton, known for her reserved nature and discretion, has always handled her personal challenges away from the public eye. However, during a visit to a hospital in Colchester, the Duchess of Cambridge decided to break her silence and share a deeply personal experience that had left a lasting impact on her. In an emotional […]

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10 h. ago New Property Tax Rates Announced with Key Changes for Active and Late Filers

The Board of Revenue’s Registration Branch has officially notified new property tax rates, marking the resumption of the online property registration system after a three-week hiatus. The updated tax structure includes notable increases, particularly in capital gains tax for properties based on the DC rate value. For properties valued up to Rs50 million, active filers […]

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