7 h. ago Bangladesh defeat Pakistan by 7 wickets in T20I series opener

Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by seven wickets with Parvez Hossain Emon’s half century in the first clash of the three-match T20I series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka on Sunday. Chasing a modest target of 111, the hosts suffered early setbacks as debutant Salman Mirza struck twice in his opening spell. He removed […]

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8 h. ago Naqvi discusses counterterrorism, effective border management with Afghan counterpart

Terrorist organisations causing chaos and instability and we must stop them together, Naqvi tells Sirajuddin Haqqani Bilateral relations, particularly counterterrorism, infiltration, and the banned TTP discussed in the meeting: Interior ministry Two leaders also discuss process of repatriation of Afghan citizens illegally residing in Pakistan Afghan Interim Deputy Interior Minister welcomes Interior minister upon arrival […]

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8 h. ago Nine Khawarij eliminated, 8 captured in Malakand joint operation: ISPR

The four-day-long operation was jointly conducted by the police, the CTD, paramilitary organizations, and the district administration: ISPR RAWALPINDI: Nine terrorists of Fitna al-Khawarij were killed in a fire exchange with the security forces and another eight were captured during a four-day joint operation by the police, the Counter-Terrorism Department, paramilitary organizations, and the district […]

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8 h. ago Govt’s plan to distribute electric bikes, loaders among youth hailed

Govt’s plan to distribute Chinese-made electric bikes, loaders among youth has been hailed as a game-changer for Pakistan’s urban transportation, especially in cities like Gwadar and Quetta. The government on Saturday unveiled plans to distribute over 100,000 Chinese-made electric bikes and more than 300,000 electric loaders and rickshaws among youth aimed at reducing fuel imports, […]

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9 h. ago Talal Chaudhry accuses KP Assembly of sabotaging Senate election process

FAISALABAD: Minister of State for Interior and senior PML-N leader Senator Talal Chaudhry on Sunday condemned the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly for undermining the Constitution, alleging that a conspiracy was underway to manipulate the quorum in a bid to derail the Senate elections. Speaking to the media, Chaudhry accused the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of engaging […]

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10 h. ago Death toll climbs to 38 after tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam

The capsized vessel carried 48 tourists, five crew members QUANG NINH, VIETNAM: The death toll from a tourist boat accident in Vietnam’s Halong Bay climbed to at least 38 with several people still missing, the government said, as rescuers continued to search for survivors while bracing for the approach of Typhoon Wipha. The vessel capsized […]

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10 h. ago Tehran says air defence systems restored after Israel conflict

Before war, Iran relied on its Bavar-373 and Russian-made S-300 air defence systems TEHRAN: Iran has replaced air defenses damaged during last month’s conflict with Israel, Iran’s Defah Press news agency reported on Sunday, quoting Mahmoud Mousavi, the regular army’s deputy for operations. During the conflict in June, Israel’s air force dominated Iran’s airspace and […]

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11 h. ago Seven cops of Ladha, Sarwakai police stations ‘abducted’ in South Waziristan: police

Efforts are underway to locate the policemen ‘who went missing during routine patrolling’: DPO PESHAWAR: Seven police personnel of two police stations—Ladha and Sarwakai—were allegedly abducted by unidentified individuals while patrolling in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s South Waziristan district, police said on Sunday. The police confirmed the incidents, elaborating that seven police personnel of two police stations […]

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11 h. ago Pakistan sees 90pc rise in net FDI from China, reaching $1.22bn in FY25

ISLAMABAD: China’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) in Pakistan has soared by 90.4%, reaching $1.22 billion in fiscal year 2024–25, up from $643.2 million recorded in FY 2023–24. According to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and reported by Gwadar Pro, this surge in investment highlights China’s increasing role as one of […]

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11 h. ago Interior minister inaugurates online women’s police station, digital “One Info” app

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday visited the Islamabad Safe City Headquarters, where he inaugurated two significant tech-driven initiatives: the Online Women Police Station and the “One Info” mobile application. These steps are part of the ongoing digital modernization of urban policing in Pakistan, aimed at enhancing public service and law enforcement. During his […]

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12 h. ago Islamabad, Pakistan weather: Monsoon rains, gusty winds likely

ISLAMABAD – Intermittent monsoon rains and gusty winds are likely in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of Pakistan on Sunday night

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14 h. ago Israel orders new Gaza evacuations as starvation reaches deadly levels

On Sunday, the Israeli military ordered fresh evacuations in central Gaza, especially in Deir al-Balah, a region packed with displaced civilians. This raised alarm among families of hostages, who fear their loved ones are still held in those areas. The move may indicate an upcoming military operation in zones previously untouched during the conflict. Health […]

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14 h. ago Iran restores air defences after Israeli strikes, talks likely soon

Iran has successfully replaced parts of its air defence systems damaged during last month’s conflict with Israel, according to a report by Iran’s Defah Press on Sunday. Mahmoud Mousavi, deputy for operations in the Iranian army, confirmed the restoration and said that the systems were replaced using domestic resources already stored in secure locations across […]

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15 h. ago Pakistan’s food exports decline as rice and fruits shipments drop

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s food exports declined by nearly 4% in FY25, falling to $7.116 billion from $7.369 billion the previous year, ending a 20-month streak of growth. According to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, this dip was mainly driven by a sharp drop in rice shipments, which have historically formed a major part […]

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15 h. ago Retailer unawareness and weak FBR oversight fuel illegal cigarette boom

ISLAMABAD – A new study by the non-profit group Umeed-i-Sehar has revealed that Pakistan’s illegal cigarette trade is thriving due to poor government outreach and low retailer awareness. The survey, conducted across 2,000 retailers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, found that 97% had never been contacted by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for compliance […]

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15 h. ago Pakistan, China set up joint teams for modern farming breakthroughs

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and China have agreed to form technical working groups to launch key agricultural projects focused on high-yield cotton seeds, water-saving irrigation, and advanced farming methods. The initiative aims to address Pakistan’s agricultural challenges and boost productivity across the country. The decision was reached during a meeting between Pakistan’s Minister for National Food […]

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15 h. ago LPG price falls by Rs100 in Karachi, easing household budgets

KARACHI – In a major relief for households, the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has dropped significantly in Karachi. The per-kilogram rate has declined from Rs340 to Rs240, bringing much-needed financial ease to consumers. This sharp Rs100 reduction follows weeks of high LPG prices that were triggered by rising tensions between Iran and Israel. […]

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15 h. ago CDA launches major crackdown on illegal housing societies in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD – The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced a large-scale operation against illegal housing and cooperative societies following orders from Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. CDA Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa is leading the initiative to bring unapproved projects under strict control. To streamline the process, the CDA will divide these illegal societies into various categories. […]

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15 h. ago Bangladesh win toss, choose to bowl first in opening T20 clash

DHAKA – Bangladesh won the toss and chose to field first against Pakistan in the opening match of the three-game T20I series. The match is being held at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka and began at 5 pm Pakistan Standard Time. Bangladesh’s captain, Liton Das, made the call to bowl first, aiming to take early […]

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16 h. ago Sugar millers demand deregulation to boost industry growth and exports

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has strongly urged the federal government to deregulate the sugar sector, similar to how provinces have deregulated sugarcane. During its general body meeting on Sunday, PSMA emphasized that sugar is the second-largest industry after agriculture and deserves policy consistency to thrive. In a detailed statement, PSMA highlighted […]

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