2 h. ago India and China move to resume border trade after five years

India and China are in talks to resume border trade after a five-year halt, officials from both sides confirmed. While the trade volume has been small, restarting it carries strong symbolic importance for their tense relationship. Both are major economic powers competing for influence in South Asia. The talks come amid ongoing global trade disruptions […]

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2 h. ago Election scheduled for Senate seat vacated by PTI’s Ejaz Chaudhry

The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the Senate election in Punjab. The seat became vacant after PTI Senator Ejaz Chaudhry was disqualified. The election will take place on September 9. Candidates can submit their nomination papers from August 19 to August 20. The first list of candidates will be published on August 21. […]

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3 h. ago Independence Day: Field Marshal  Munir, top civil and military leaders receive national awards

ISLAMABAD – A grand ceremony was held at Aiwan-e-Sadr, where prominent civil and military figures were awarded Pakistan’s highest honors

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3 h. ago Pakistan proposes global plastic credit fund at stalled UN talks

At a major UN summit in Geneva, Pakistan proposed a global system to trade plastic credits and fund cleanup efforts. Climate Change Minister Dr. Musadik Malik introduced the idea during the fifth round of negotiations for a global plastic pollution treaty. His proposal called for a “global plastic fund” that allows polluting nations to compensate […]

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3 h. ago Jennifer Aniston reveals shocking details of Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie affair, 20 years later

ennifer Aniston, celebrated for her iconic TV and movie roles, has also been in the spotlight for her personal life, particularly her high-profile marriage to Brad Pitt and their subsequent divorce in 2005. The breakup, which occurred after Pitt’s relationship with Angelina Jolie became public, remains a major chapter in celebrity history. In an exclusive […]

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4 h. ago Pakistan cracks down on terrorists’ social media accounts; over 850 reported, hundreds blocked  

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani authorities have launched a major crackdown on social media accounts linked to banned terrorist organizations, reporting more

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4 h. ago PTI Chairman declares true independence after defeating fivefold enemy

Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan celebrated Independence Day, calling it a moment of real freedom. He said the nation achieved this after defeating an enemy five times its size. According to him, the victory makes this Independence Day more meaningful than ever before. The PTI chief urged citizens to remember the […]

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4 h. ago Freedom is sacred — We’ll defend It with our last breath: Asim Munir

Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, in his Independence Day message, congratulated the entire nation and reaffirmed the Pakistan Army’s full confidence in its professional competence and combat readiness. He said the armed forces are fully prepared to face any threat and will never compromise on the country’s freedom and sovereignty. According to […]

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5 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif announces Army Rocket force as defence milestone

Pakistan has announced the creation of a new Army Rocket Force to supervise missile combat capabilities in conventional warfare. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed the plan late Wednesday during a ceremony in Islamabad. The event marked the anniversary of the worst Pakistan-India conflict in decades, which erupted in May this year. The announcement comes just […]

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5 h. ago Israeli Army Chief approves core plan for new Gaza offensive

Israeli Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir has approved the “basic concept” for a new large-scale offensive aimed at taking control of Gaza, marking a major step in Israel’s ongoing military campaign. According to The Guardian, citing Reuters, the Israeli military announced that Zamir had endorsed the central framework for the operation in the […]

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5 h. ago PM hails ‘great victory’ over India for igniting renewed Independence Day spirit  

ISLAMABAD –  Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended heartfelt greetings to the nation on Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day, saying that

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7 h. ago Zardari, Shehbaz urge unity and justice on 78th Independence day

Pakistan marked its 78th Independence Day with calls for unity and justice. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif delivered separate messages to the nation. Both leaders urged the people to rise above divisions and work for equality and service to all. They paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Iqbal, and […]

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7 h. ago Pakistan marks 78th Independence day with nationwide celebrations

Pakistan celebrated its 78th Independence Day today with full national spirit and unity. The day started with a 21-gun salute in major cities. People offered special Fajr prayers for peace, progress, and stability. Streets, buildings, and markets were decorated with green and white flags. Citizens across the country joined celebrations, creating a festive atmosphere everywhere. […]

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8 h. ago In a blow to India, Pakistan announces formation of new Army Rocket Force Command

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the formation of a new Army Rocket Force Command to further strengthen

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13 h. ago Fatima Fertilizer ignites patriotic fervour with ‘Dil Se Sarsabz’ Milli Naghma Competition

In a heartfelt celebration of Pakistan’s Independence Day, Fatima Fertilizer brought together the power of music and national pride through its first-ever ‘Dil Se Sarsabz’ Milli Naghma Competition, held in Islamabad. The campaign invited individuals from across the country to record and share their renditions of classic patriotic songs on TikTok using the hashtag #DilSeSarsabz. […]

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14 h. ago BIC doctors lauded for first heart valve replacement without surgery

Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Fuad Hashim Rabbani has praised doctors at Bahawalpur Institute of Cardiology for replacing a patient’s heart valve without major surgery – a first for the region. At a meeting with the team, Mr Rabbani called it a remarkable example of advanced medical techniques and teamwork, adding that the achievement would […]

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16 h. ago ‘Absolute disgrace’: Modi government criticized for KBC invite to women officers over Op Sindoor

The Modi government has come under heavy criticism following a promo for the popular Indian TV show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), which features three serving women officers recounting their involvement in Operation Sindoor. Critics accused the Indian government of politicizing the military and using a popular entertainment platform to push its nationalist agenda. The episode, […]

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16 h. ago PM announces distribution of 100,000 free laptops for students nationwide

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has unveiled a plan to distribute 100,000 free laptops to deserving students across Pakistan during an event in Islamabad to mark International Youth Day. The distribution will be based purely on merit, with no room for favoritism, and will cover all four provinces, the federal capital Islamabad, as well as […]

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16 h. ago Govt unveils national AI policy to boost innovation, jobs and ethical governance

Pakistan has announced its first National Artificial Intelligence Policy, a wide-ranging plan to develop AI infrastructure, train one million people in related skills and ensure responsible, ethical use of the technology in line with global standards. The Ministry of IT & Telecom shared a copy of the new policy with media on Wednesday and said […]

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16 h. ago Pakistani athlete makes history with three gold medals at 2025 Taekwondo Championship

MALAYSIA: Tayiba Ashraf has made Pakistan proud by winning three gold medals at the 2025 International Taekwondo Championship in Malaysia. The remarkable achievement comes just in time for Pakistan’s Independence Day, adding to the celebrations of the nation’s pride. In an emotional Instagram post, Tayiba shared her joy and pride, saying, “I’m overwhelmed with joy […]

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