2 h. ago Israeli strikes kill 40 in Gaza, including 10 near water point in past 24 hours

Eight children were among 10 victims of a drone strike at a water point in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza NUSEIRAT REFUGEE: Gaza’s civil defense agency said Israeli air strikes on Sunday killed more than 40 Palestinians, including at a market and a water distribution point, as talks for a ceasefire between Israel […]

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5 h. ago Swat tragedy inquiry report reveals negligence across multiple departments

PESHAWAR: Shocking revelations have surfaced in the official inquiry report into the Swat tragedy, exposing severe lapses by multiple government departments and individual officials, according to insider sources. The report identifies that the District Emergency Officer of Rescue 1122 in Swat was on leave without prior notification at the time of the incident. Furthermore, the […]

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9 h. ago Rs616 billion spent to keep struggling state enterprises afloat

The government of Pakistan provided a massive Rs616 billion in financial support to loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs) during the first half of the 2024–25 fiscal year, according to the Ministry of Finance. This amount included Rs113 billion in grants, Rs333 billion in subsidies—mostly for the power sector—Rs92 billion in loans, and Rs77.5 billion in equity […]

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13 h. ago Swat tragedy report uncovers widespread negligence by multiple departments

PESHAWAR – An official inquiry report into the Swat tragedy has revealed shocking lapses in the handling of the incident, pointing fingers at several government departments and key officials. The investigation has exposed severe negligence, which has raised questions about the readiness of local authorities during emergencies. One of the most critical findings was that […]

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14 h. ago Terrorism in Balochistan claims 257 lives in six months, report reveals

QUETTA – Balochistan has witnessed a disturbing rise in terrorism-related incidents, with 257 lives lost in the first half of 2025, according to a report released by the province’s Home Department. The report, issued on Saturday, details a shocking 501 terrorist attacks that have taken place across Balochistan from January to June. These attacks have […]

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28 h. ago Launch of riot management police brings a new dimension to modern governance: CM Maryam

First batch of Riot Management Police includes 5,000 personnel, out of which 3,000 completed training LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has established Pakistan’s first-ever dedicated Riot Management Police Force, marking a major milestone in law enforcement and crowd control in the province. The new force has been created within the Punjab Police framework to […]

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30 h. ago MQM chief Altaf Hussain’s condition improving fast: party official

LONDON: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) founder Altaf Hussain’s health has been improving lately after he was admitted to the hospital, according to a video by a party official posted on Saturday. Altaf Hussain was recently hospitalised in London due to “severe illness”, where he underwent multiple tests. London-based senior party leader Mustafa Azizabadi told media […]

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31 h. ago At least 60 Palestinians killed, 180 wounded in Israeli strikes today

GAZA: At least 60 Palestinians have been killed and 180 wounded in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip since dawn, including 27 people reportedly seeking humanitarian aid, according to health officials. In Gaza City, four people were killed and 10 injured when an Israeli air strike hit a residence on Jaffa Street in the Tuffah […]

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31 h. ago Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s Family Outing Sparks Reconciliation Rumors

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, the epitome of successful co-parenting post-divorce, are once again sparking curiosity about their relationship status. Despite their 2015 split after 10 years of marriage, the former couple has maintained a strong bond and continues to spend time together with their children, Violet, 19, Fin, 16, and Samuel, 13. Their recent […]

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31 h. ago PCB sets stage for big PSL changes with asset valuation drive

LAHORE, July 12 — The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has launched a detailed valuation of Pakistan Super League (PSL) assets, a move aimed at paving the way for key commercial decisions before the next season. According to sources, this evaluation will include the financial worth of all six PSL franchises, along with the league’s commercial […]

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31 h. ago Karachi NADRA centre to shut for 14 days, mobile vans to help citizens nearby

Karachi’s NADRA Regional Office has announced that its Awaami Markaz Registration Centre will be temporarily closed for 14 days. The centre will remain shut from Monday, July 14 to July 27, 2025, due to expansion and maintenance work. The announcement was made on the official NADRA Karachi Facebook page. This decision affects people planning to […]

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32 h. ago IHC slams excise department for unlawful seizure of teacher’s car

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has declared the Excise Department’s confiscation of a schoolteacher’s car illegal, sharply criticising the department for abusing its authority and neglecting legal procedures. Justice Sarfraz Ejaz Ishaq Khan, in a detailed judgment issued on July 11, ruled that the department violated mandatory rules while seizing and using the vehicle for […]

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32 h. ago Malala marks 28th birthday in Tanzania by advocating girls’ education

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai celebrated her 28th birthday in Tanzania, using the occasion to highlight the ongoing challenges girls face in accessing education. This was her first visit to the country, where early marriage and teenage motherhood remain major obstacles. She met with local education leaders, activists, and partners of the Malala Fund […]

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32 h. ago Emergency vaccination drives slash outbreak deaths by 60%, study finds

Emergency vaccination efforts during deadly disease outbreaks have reduced death rates by nearly 60% over the past 25 years, according to a major new global study. The research, supported by the Gavi vaccine alliance and conducted by Australia’s Burnet Institute, offers the world’s first detailed analysis of how emergency immunisation improves public and global health […]

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32 h. ago Supreme judicial council dismisses 19 complaints, approves new reforms

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has dismissed 19 complaints against judges of the superior judiciary, reaffirming its commitment to fairness and accountability. The meeting, chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, was held at the Supreme Court in Islamabad and attended by senior judges, including Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah via video link. During the session, […]

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32 h. ago Pakistan delays satellite internet launch to tighten security controls

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Pakistan has delayed the launch of satellite-based internet services, including those from Starlink and OneWeb, as the government drafts a stricter licensing framework. The move follows rising regional tensions and aims to ensure foreign-operated systems comply with national security standards. Until new regulations are finalized, all foreign satellite providers must reapply […]

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32 h. ago Gandapur offers Afghan envoy support in building cancer hospital

ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur held an important meeting with Afghan Ambassador Sardar Ahmed Shakib in Islamabad. Bilateral relations, mutual cooperation and regional stability were discussed in the meeting in detail. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur offered to provide support in establishing a cancer hospital in Afghanistan, while also assuring full […]

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38 h. ago Judiciary acts on complaints, AI, and enforced disappearances

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) met today under Chief Justice Yahya Afridi’s leadership to review judicial conduct. Senior judges, including Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Munib Akhtar, participated as Council members. Chief Justices of Lahore and Sindh High Courts, Aalia Neelum and Junaid Ghaffar, also joined. The meeting focused on complaints against […]

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38 h. ago Toyota car prices increased across Pakistan from July 2025 [New Rates]

LAHORE – Toyota Indus Motor Company (IMC) has announced an increase in the prices of multiple models in Pakistan, effective

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49 h. ago SC rules in favour of PTCL pensioners; orders payment within 90 days

The Supreme Court (SC) has delivered a landmark judgment in favour of former employees of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), ruling that they are fully entitled to pension benefits. In a detailed decision issued on nearly 200 petitions, a two-member bench comprising Chief Justice Yahya Afridi and Justice Aminuddin Khan declared that former PTCL employees […]

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