2 h. ago President Zardari not resigning, PPP calls rumors baseless and misleading

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has strongly denied all rumors about President Asif Ali Zardari’s resignation. Party Vice President Sherry Rehman said these reports are false and part of a planned attempt to weaken democracy. She urged people not to believe in fake news and propaganda. According to her, such rumors aim to create confusion […]

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3 h. ago Western Europe sees hottest june ever as global heatwaves intensify

Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record this year, with extreme heatwaves pushing temperatures above 40°C in several countries, according to the EU climate monitor Copernicus. The heatwaves, occurring from June 17–22 and again from June 30–July 2, brought unusually high temperatures across Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and the Balkans, triggering severe heat stress […]

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5 h. ago US State dept rejects India’s denial of American role in ceasefire with Pakistan

WASHINGTON – The US State Department on Wednesday dismissed as “false and misleading” India’s claim that the United States had

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7 h. ago PA Speaker stresses constitutional role, urges end to parliamentary disorder

Punjab Assembly (PA) Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan has said that the Speaker’s role is rooted in constitutional responsibility, impartiality,

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16 h. ago CM inaugurates ‘Nawaz Sharif flyover’, ‘Mall Road Underpass’

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Tuesday inaugurated the Mall Road Underpass and the Nawaz Sharif Flyover on Adiala Road, marking the completion of two significant infrastructure projects. She was accompanied by Federal Railway Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Broadcasting Barrister Danyal Ch, PML-N Divisional President Malik Abrar Ahmed, MNA […]

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16 h. ago British HC empowers Pakistani media amid monsoon devastation

As Pakistan grapples with deadly monsoon floods and a projected $1.2 trillion cost of climate inaction, the British High Commission has launched a nationwide climate journalism training initiative to empower media professionals to drive awareness and action. The training will spotlight the crucial role journalists play in encouraging climate action. Journalists can spotlight climate change […]

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17 h. ago ‘No govt without PPP’s support:’ Bukhari rebukes rumours about President’s removal

PPP general secretary says those behind rumours lack understanding of the Constitution. Senior PPP leader says party will not be joining federal cabinet ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari on Tuesday categorically rejected reports circulating regarding a “change in the presidency” as rumours, saying the government could not function without the […]

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17 h. ago US recognises Pakistan’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump

Israeli PM Netanyahu nominates Trump as well for the coveted award WASHINGTON: The White House has responded to Pakistan’s Nobel nomination, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirming the recognition. Leavitt highlighted Pakistan’s acknowledgment of Trump’s decisive role in averting the nuclear threat, noting that the nomination reflects the president’s broader diplomatic successes worldwide. “This nomination […]

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18 h. ago UK warns Israel of further action if Gaza ceasefire talks fail

The United Kingdom has warned Israel of possible further action if it backs out of Gaza ceasefire talks. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy made the statement during a parliamentary committee meeting on foreign affairs. He said recent remarks by Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, suggesting the relocation of Gaza’s population to the south, could derail […]

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18 h. ago Shehbaz tells business leaders: ‘Together, we’ll build a self

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met top business leaders in Islamabad to discuss Pakistan’s economic future. He stressed that the government is now shifting from stabilisation to long-term growth. Shehbaz promised to focus on industrial expansion, job creation, and increasing foreign investment. He also highlighted the need to use local resources to reduce dependence on external […]

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18 h. ago ‘Dialogue only with relevant stakeholders,’ Barrister Gohar briefs PTI founder on political landscape

PTI chairman terms launching a political movement a constitutional right, saying party has not shied away from dialogue either Notes while an alliance with Maulana Fazlur Rehman could not be materialised, relations between them have not deteriorated ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan Tuesday held a detailed meeting with the party’s jailed founder, […]

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19 h. ago 26 Punjab MPAs face disqualification under article 63(2), says speaker

Speaker of the Punjab Assembly, Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, has stated that the disqualification of 26 opposition members is constitutionally valid under Article 63(2) of the Constitution. He emphasized that lawmakers must respect the Assembly as the “house of democracy” and refrain from behavior that disrupts its integrity. Speaking to students at LUMS University, the […]

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20 h. ago Hajj 2026: Over 200,000 Pakistanis registered as deadline approaches

More than 200,000 Pakistanis have already registered for Hajj 2026, as confirmed by the Ministry of Religious Affairs. With the registration deadline set for tomorrow, officials have urged all aspiring pilgrims to complete the process in time to be considered eligible. A spokesperson from the ministry explained that the registration is mandatory and can be […]

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20 h. ago Chinese premier calls for commitment to building open world economy

RIO DE JANEIRO: Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called for commitment to building an open world economy, and stressed the importance of opposing unilateralism and protectionism. When addressing the plenary sessions of the 17th BRICS Summit on Sunday and Monday, Li stressed the need to maintain stability and smoothness of industrial and supply chains. The […]

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20 h. ago Pakistan warns UN of growing terror threat from Afghan soil, cites TTP as global risk

ISLAMABAD: In a firm stance against the growing threat of terrorism emanating from Afghanistan, Pakistan’s Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, urged the international community to take action to prevent Afghanistan from becoming a breeding ground for terrorist organizations, particularly the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Addressing the UN General Assembly’s plenary session on […]

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22 h. ago South Africa pushes back against Trump’s 30% tariff, calls for fair trade talks

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 30% tariff starting next month. He said the tariff is based on wrong trade data. Ramaphosa stressed that South Africa’s average tariff on U.S. goods is only 7.6%, and most U.S. products enter South Africa without any tariff. He also said […]

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23 h. ago Imran, Bushra seek swift hearing on jail sentences in £190M Qadir case

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, on Tuesday filed an urgent plea in the Islamabad High Court seeking an early hearing on their sentence suspension appeals in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust case. In January 2025, Khan and Bushra were sentenced to 14 and 7 years in prison respectively for allegedly […]

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24 h. ago SEPCO sent 24,300 detection bills in April; NEPRA orders urgent report

In a startling revelation, Sukkur Electric Power Company (SEPCO) sent 24,300 detection bills to its consumers in April 2025, imposing an estimated additional burden of Rs149 million. These bills were reportedly issued without any transparent justification, sparking outrage among affected users. The detection bills included charges for “unauthorized” consumption or assumed theft, but many recipients […]

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25 h. ago Jennifer Aniston Spotted With New Beau During Mallorca Getaway

Jennifer Aniston appears to have found love again, as she was seen spending time with life coach Jim Curtis on Friday, July 4. The 56-year-old actress, known for her role in Friends, looked happy and carefree as she arrived in Mallorca with Curtis. Dressed in a black tank top and flared jeans, Aniston embraced the […]

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25 h. ago US to boost Ukraine’s defense with additional weapons, Trump says

US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States will send more weapons to Ukraine, focusing mainly on defensive systems. This move aims to strengthen Ukraine’s ability to protect itself from intensified Russian military advances and airstrikes. Trump highlighted the urgency by stating, “They’re getting hit very hard now.” Previously, the US had […]

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