2 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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3 h. ago Major relief for Elahi as LHC suspends NAB’s decision in graft case

The Lahore High Court Rawalpindi Bench has granted major relief to former Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi by suspending a decision made by the accountability court. The two-member bench, comprising Justice Shahram Sarwar and Justice Sajid Mehmood Sethi, issued a notice to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) while hearing Elahi’s writ petition. The bench […]

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13 h. ago 189 Punjab cities will be beautified, developed on the model of Lahore: CM Maryam

Punjab CM reviews progress on Lahore Development Program (LDP) and Punjab Development Program LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz presided over a special meeting in which progress being made with regard to the Lahore Development Program (LDP) and Punjab Development Program (PDP) was reviewed. During the meeting, the Lahore Deputy Commissioner gave a detailed briefing […]

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14 h. ago Food or housing? Ahsan Iqbal sounds alarm on land conversion

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal has raised a red flag over Pakistan’s growing housing sprawl. He warned that the rapid conversion of fertile farmland into housing societies is a major threat to national food security. Chairing a high-level committee in Islamabad on Wednesday, he called for urgent legislation and long-term planning to protect agricultural land. Iqbal […]

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14 h. ago Rubio warns Israeli strikes could derail Syria peace efforts

The United States has expressed serious concern over recent Israeli airstrikes on Syria’s military headquarters. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that the violence is damaging efforts to bring peace and stability to Syria. The strikes come after clashes in Sweida, a southern city with a large Druze population, which Israel cited […]

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17 h. ago Islamabad New Rule for Car Registration changes vehicle transfer process; full details here

ISLAMABAD – Islamabad Excise and Taxation Department rolled out major change in car registration process, shifting from vehicle-based to owner-based

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17 h. ago LHC grants major relief to Parvez Elahi, suspends accountability court’s order

RAWALPINDI: The Lahore High Court Rawalpindi Bench on Wednesday granted significant relief to former Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi by suspending a decision made by the accountability court in regard to the ongoing graft case against him. The two-member bench comprising Justice Shahram Sarwar and Justice Sajid Mehmood Sethi issued a notice to the […]

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19 h. ago EOBI Pensions going up by 15% in major boost for Thousands of elderly citizens

ISLAMABAD – A sigh of relief for retired personnel as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced 15pc increase in EOBI pensions

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22 h. ago China reaffirms support for Iran’s peaceful nuclear programme

BEIJING – China on Wednesday reiterated its support for Iran’s peaceful nuclear ambitions, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and regional

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22 h. ago UK removes ban on Pakistani airlines, boosting air travel links

The United Kingdom has officially lifted its long-standing ban on Pakistani airlines, marking a significant improvement in UK-Pakistan relations. British High Commissioner Jane Marriott confirmed the removal, calling it a major milestone for both countries. This move allows Pakistani airlines to apply for permission to operate flights to the UK once again. The decision followed […]

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29 h. ago Normalisation of arbitrary force unacceptable, Pakistan tells SCO

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peaceful coexistence with its neighbours. However, he warned that Pakistan could not accept the “normalisation of arbitrary force”. Dar was addressing the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Tianjin on Tuesday, where he reiterated Pakistan’s longstanding policy of pursuing […]

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30 h. ago Ahsan Khan calls for peace in face of Indian warmongers at British Parliament

Pakistani actor Ahsan Khan recently attended a literary event at the British Parliament in London, where he was seen alongside Indian writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar and legendary actress Shabana Azmi. During the event, Ahsan Khan delivered a message about peace, unity and shared culture. In his speech, he said, “My dear friends Tariq Faizi, […]

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30 h. ago ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ shatters major box office record before its release

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is already making headlines by shattering a record before even hitting the big screen. The first part of the highly anticipated trilogy has sold out in cinemas across Japan in just 10 minutes, setting a new record and proving the anime’s continued global appeal. The excitement surrounding Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle […]

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37 h. ago Putin, unfazed by Trump, will fight on and could take more of Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin intends to keep fighting in Ukraine until the West engages on his terms for peace, unfazed by Donald Trump’s threats of tougher sanctions, and his territorial demands may widen as Russian forces advance, three sources close to the Kremlin said. Putin, who ordered Russian troops into Ukraine in February 2022 after eight […]

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38 h. ago Gilani, ISC chief unite for global peace and regional dialogue

Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani met with Secretary General of the Intra-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC), Ek Nath Dhakal, at Parliament House in Islamabad. The meeting focused on boosting cooperation for peace, development, and regional dialogue ahead of the proposed ISC conference in Pakistan this November. During the meeting, Ek Nath Dhakal briefed Chairman Gilani […]

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40 h. ago Govt offers talks to address concerns over Finance Act and avoid strike

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has initiated talks with trade bodies following the announcement of a countrywide wheel-jam strike by the Karachi business community and transporters on July 19. The strike protests against certain measures introduced in the Finance Act 2025. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb reached out to representatives from various chambers of commerce and trade […]

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40 h. ago King Charles Confirms Major News Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

The United Kingdom is still undergoing a significant period of transition, with King Charles III continuing to establish his role after the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The monarch, who has already gained international prominence, is preparing for a diplomatic visit that is generating considerable attention. In a move that signals the strengthening […]

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40 h. ago Australia protests China’s military drills during PM’s Beijing visit

BEIJING – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese raised concerns with Chinese President Xi Jinping over a Chinese naval live-fire exercise held near Australia earlier this year. The drills, conducted in February in international waters near the Tasman Sea, forced commercial aircraft to reroute due to safety concerns, according to Australian officials. Albanese discussed the incident […]

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41 h. ago Pakistan’s FM Ishaq Dar condemns attacks on Iran at SCO meet

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar condemned recent attacks on Iran by the US and Israel during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting. He called these strikes illegal and unacceptable. Dar said such attacks threaten the peace and security of member countries. He stressed that all conflicts should be solved through talks, not violence. His statement […]

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43 h. ago China warns trade wars have no winners amid Trump sanctions threat

BEIJING – China has issued a strong statement against trade wars after US President Donald Trump warned of sanctions on countries buying Russian exports if Moscow fails to reach a peace deal within 50 days. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Tuesday that “there are no winners in trade wars,” adding that pressure […]

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