4 h. 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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5 h. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan pledge joint action on border security

  Kabul: Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to work closely on regional security and border concerns after a high-level diplomatic meeting in Kabul. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Afghanistan’s Acting Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani on Thursday. The meeting happened on the sidelines of the framework signing for the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (UAP) Railway […]

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7 h. ago Etihad Town launches its latest project Etihad Town Phase – III

      Etihad Town, the most trustworthy Real Estate Brand of Pakistan, officially launched Phase – III with a grand ceremony held at Faletti’s Hotel, Lahore. The event was attended by some of the most prominent names in Lahore’s real estate industry, including leading dealers and sales partners from across the city. All SSPs […]

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9 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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12 h. ago NDMA predicts heavy rains, flash flood risk in next 24 hours

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a nationwide alert, warning of intense rainfall across multiple regions in the next 24 to 48 hours. The authority has urged citizens—especially those in low-lying and flood-prone areas—to remain prepared and cooperate with emergency teams if evacuation becomes necessary. According to the NDMA spokesperson, Rawalpindi and Islamabad […]

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14 h. ago Israeli military vehicles enter Syrian territory after Damascus airstrikes

A convoy of Israeli military vehicles crossed into Syrian territory near the Druze town of Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights on Thursday, following powerful airstrikes on Damascus the previous day. The convoy included four Humvees towing equipment and one transport vehicle carrying troops. The vehicles drove along a road close to the border fence, […]

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14 h. ago Hajj, Umrah cost may decrease by Rs50,000 for Pakistani pilgrims

ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Religious Affairs, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, has lauded the establishment of a $40 million fund by

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15 h. ago Flood warning issued as Jhelum river water levels set to rise

The Flood Forecasting Division has issued a high-level flood warning for the Jhelum River, predicting severe flooding within the next 24 hours. Water inflow at Mangla Dam is expected to reach between 350,000 and 450,000 cusecs, raising concerns of widespread flooding in surrounding areas. Experts warn that heavy rainfall and increased water inflow will cause […]

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15 h. ago Heavy rains cause flooding, Nullah Leh water levels surge in Rawalpindi

Torrential rains in Rawalpindi and Islamabad have caused severe urban flooding and a sharp rise in water levels in Nullah Leh. Authorities have issued a high alert, sounding flood sirens at the Gawalmandi Bridge to warn residents of the growing danger. Emergency services are fully mobilized to respond quickly. Officials from WASA and district administration […]

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15 h. ago ICC refuses to cancel Netanyahu arrest warrant amid Gaza probe

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected Israel’s request to withdraw arrest warrants issued against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. In its latest ruling published on the ICC website, the court also turned down Israel’s appeal to halt the ongoing investigation into alleged war crimes in the Palestinian Territories. The […]

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19 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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30 h. ago Imran Khan bars PTI leaders from sharing party disputes publicly

Imran Khan has firmly instructed PTI members to stop airing internal party issues in public. In a message shared via his official X account from Adiala Jail, he emphasized that all party disagreements must remain private. He warned that public criticism—whether through the media or social platforms—would not be tolerated, regardless of a member’s rank. […]

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31 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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32 h. ago White Paper issued on transitioning to defined contribution pension model

ISLAMABAD –The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a White Paper following the National Workshop on Transitioning

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32 h. ago July monsoon brings heavier rains across Pakistan, sparking flood fears

KARACHI/LAHORE: This year’s monsoon season has brought notably heavier rainfall to most parts of Pakistan, surpassing the rainfall levels recorded in July 2024, according to a report by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The increased rainfall has raised concerns about flooding, particularly in regions along the River Indus. Between July 1 and July 14, 2025, […]

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33 h. ago ECP issues new party position for reserved seats in KP assembly

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has released a new party position for reserved seats in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly. This update came after the commission accepted a petition filed by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) regarding reserved seats. As a result, one reserved seat for women was taken from JUI-F and PPP, and […]

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33 h. ago Israel boosts Syria border security after Druze clashes turn deadly

Israel increased its military presence along the Syrian border on Wednesday after violent clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups in southern Syria. The unrest, centered in the Sweida region, led the Syrian government to send in troops. In response, dozens of Druze attempted to cross the fortified border into Israel. Israeli soldiers used teargas to […]

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33 h. ago EU trade chief travels to Washington to stop new U.S. tariffs

EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic flew to Washington on Wednesday to try to resolve tariff disputes with the U.S. He will meet with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to discuss the issue. The talks come as U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 30% tariff on imports from […]

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33 h. ago Election commission vacates Jamshed Dasti’s national assembly seat

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially declared Jamshed Dasti’s National Assembly seat vacant following his disqualification. The ECP issued a notification confirming the vacancy of the NA-175 Muzaffargarh seat held by Dasti. This decision comes after the ECP declared Jamshed Dasti ineligible due to his educational documents being found fake. The commission accepted […]

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33 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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