3 h. ago Pharma giants on edge as Trump’s 200% tariff warning sparks global alarm

Pharmaceutical companies are racing to develop backup plans after U.S. President Donald Trump renewed his threat to impose up to 200% tariffs on imported drugs. The proposed levy, announced this week, could take effect within 12 to 18 months, leaving little time for industry-wide adjustments. Even with the delay, analysts are warning of serious consequences. […]

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4 h. ago Lebanon rejects normalisation with Israel, urges peace and border clarity

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun firmly ruled out any move toward normalisation with Israel on Friday, but stressed the need for peace between the two neighbouring countries. His remarks followed Israel’s recent expression of interest in establishing ties with Lebanon. Speaking to an Arab think tank delegation, Aoun distinguished between peace and normalisation. He said peace […]

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4 h. ago Islamabad court suspends ban on 27 youTube channels of journalists and critics

An Islamabad court on Friday suspended a previous order banning 27 YouTube channels operated by prominent Pakistani journalists and content creators. The suspension was issued by Additional Sessions Judge Afzal Majoka, offering temporary relief to the affected individuals. The original ban was based on a petition by the newly formed National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency […]

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5 h. ago President and PM rally for family planning to secure Pakistan’s future

On World Population Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged citizens to adopt responsible parenthood and family planning. They emphasized the urgent need to control Pakistan’s fast-growing population to ensure sustainable development and better quality of life. The day aims to highlight the impact of population growth on resources, health, and […]

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6 h. ago Chinese firm urges Pakistan to extend support for 1124 MW Kohala Hydropower project

ISLAMABAD – The Chinese-backed Kohala Hydropower Company Limited (KHCL) has raised concerns over its exclusion from Pakistan’s revised draft Integrated Generation Capacity Expansion Plan (IGCEP) 2025–35 and has requested an extension of its Letter of Support (LoS). In a letter to the Power Division, KHCL CEO Liu Yonggang called for a formal notification to extend […]

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7 h. ago Nadeem Baig urges drama industry to avoid violent content after Sana Yousuf’s murder

Famous director Nadeem Baig has reacted strongly to the tragic murder of TikToker Sana Yousuf, calling it a warning sign for Pakistan’s drama industry. He emphasized that violent scenes should not be shown on television as they can negatively influence society. In a recent interview with Maliha Rehman, Nadeem Baig discussed various topics, including his […]

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7 h. ago Former Bangladesh police chief admits to crimes against humanity amid crackdown trial

DHAKA – Former Inspector General of Police, Chowdhury Abdullah Mamun, has confessed to committing crimes against humanity during a violent government crackdown on student-led protests in 2024. The shocking admission came during the reopening of court proceedings on Thursday. The confession is part of an ongoing trial at Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), which is […]

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8 h. ago Business community announces nationwide strike on july 19 against finance act and labor policy

Pakistan’s business community has strongly protested against the Finance Act 2026 and the proposed provincial labor policy, calling these measures harmful to businesses. They have announced a nationwide strike on July 19 to voice their concerns. The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) stated that major trade organizations across the country are supporting the […]

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9 h. ago Gaza hospitals face collapse as fuel shortage forces doctors to share incubators

GAZA – Doctors at Al Shifa Hospital in Gaza City are cramming multiple premature babies into single incubators due to a worsening fuel crisis, pushing medical facilities to the brink of collapse. The shortage is threatening the lives of newborns, patients, and those in need of urgent care as Israel’s military campaign and blockade continue. […]

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22 h. ago Suri Cruise Reveals New Look During Rare Public Appearance In NYC Amid Tom Cruise Drama

Suri Cruise, the 19-year-old daughter of Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise, is embracing the summer heat in New York City with a stylish and casual look. Photographers spotted Suri out and about this week, dressed in workout attire that featured a grey t-shirt and black workout tights. The outfit was paired with green socks and […]

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23 h. ago CM Maryam orders urgent preventive measures amid urban flooding threat

Punjab CM directs Wasa officials to reach field, implement SOPs issued by PDMA LAHORE: In response to ongoing torrential rains across Punjab, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Thursday alerted all departments to adopt all-out measures to prevent urban flooding and ensure public safety. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, on average, Lahore received 136 mm […]

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26 h. ago Yousuf Raza Gilani cleared of nine more TDAP corruption charges

KARACHI: The Federal Anti-Corruption Court in Karachi has acquitted Senate Chairman and former Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani in nine additional cases tied to the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) corruption scandal. With this latest verdict, Gilani has now been cleared in a total of 12 cases linked to the 2009 scandal. Gilani appeared […]

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26 h. ago Zelenskyy calls for urgent boost in defence funding amid Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged leaders and businesses in Rome to increase defence investments as Russian attacks grow stronger. Speaking at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, he stressed that stopping Russian drones and missiles must be a top priority. He called for more supplies of air defence systems, interceptor drones, and missiles to protect the country. […]

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27 h. ago Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi’s legacy lives on as nation marks 19th death anniversary

LAHORE – Renowned Urdu poet, short story writer, and literary icon Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi was remembered on his 19th death anniversary Wednesday for his timeless contributions to South Asian literature. Born on November 20, 1916, in Anga, Khushab, Qasmi spent his life exploring themes of poverty, justice, and human dignity. He passed away on July […]

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27 h. ago Iran tells UN to end ‘double standards’ before nuclear talks can resume

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog to stop applying “double standards” if it wants Tehran to resume cooperation on its nuclear programme, state media reported on Thursday. Last week, President Pezeshkian signed a law suspending all cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), prompting the agency to […]

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28 h. ago Citizen files petition, claims actress Humaira Asghar was murdered

KARACHI – A citizen has approached the city court, demanding a murder case registration after the body of actress Humaira Asghar was found in suspicious circumstances. The petitioner insists her death was not natural. According to the petition filed by Shah Zaib Suhail, the police themselves have described the incident as alarming. He said Humaira […]

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29 h. ago Carpet exporters hit by high taxes on inputs, demand urgent support

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Pakistan’s leading textile and carpet exporters have sounded the alarm over skyrocketing energy costs and the possible imposition of new US tariffs, saying these challenges are pushing their industries toward a crisis. In a meeting held at the Ministry of Commerce, officials from the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) […]

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29 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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29 h. ago Eyes on gold: Arshad skips swiss meet to train for world championship

LAHORE – July 10, 2025: Pakistan’s Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem has officially withdrawn from the upcoming athletics competition in Switzerland, originally set for July 15. The javelin thrower cited a minor muscle strain in his right shin and unfavorable training conditions in Pakistan as key reasons behind the decision. Arshad told media that he […]

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30 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif calls for reform and review of tariff commission

ISLAMABAD – July 10, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an urgent reorganization of the National Tariff Commission (NTC) to improve its legal, administrative, and institutional performance. He issued these directions while chairing a high-level meeting on the NTC’s overall operations and recent developments. The Prime Minister stressed the need for a third-party review […]

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