48 h. ago Achakzai raises alarm for Pakistan over rising tensions due to Iran, Israel war

QUETTA: Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) Chairman Mahmood Khan Achakzai has raised alarm over rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Iran and Israel, warning of serious repercussions for Pakistan. Speaking at a press conference in Quetta, the veteran politician and head of the Movement for the Protection of the Constitution of Pakistan urged […]

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54 h. ago Polio virus detected in 47 environmental samples across Pakistan

The presence of the wild polio virus (type 1) has been confirmed in 47 environmental samples collected from across Pakistan, raising serious concerns about public health risks—especially to children. According to the Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme, a total of 116 samples were collected in May 2025. Out of these, 69 samples were clear, while 47 […]

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4 d. ago Nicholas pooran’s exit sparks global alarm — is cricket losing its stars too soon?

A new trend is worrying cricket boards around the world. Many players are now retiring from international cricket at a young age. Recently, West Indies’ Nicholas Pooran quit at just 29 years old. His early exit raised questions everywhere, including in Pakistan. Cricket officials fear this trend may hurt the future of international cricket. Players […]

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4 d. ago Salary shock: Who approved the big pay raise for Pakistan’s top parliamentarians?

The salaries of the Senate Chairman and National Assembly Speaker were increased through decisions made within their own parliamentary committees. According to sources, the Senate’s House Finance Committee raised the salaries of the Chairman and Deputy Chairman, while the National Assembly’s House Finance Committee increased the pay of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. Both committees […]

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4 d. ago Punjab CM approves 10% raise in salaries, 7% in pensions of govt employees

CM convenes Punjab Cabinet for budget approval on June 13 before its presentation in Provincial Assembly LAHORE: A day after the announcement of the federal budget for fiscal year 2025-26, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday approved a 10 percent raise in salaries and a seven percent raise in the pensions of the provincial […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan’s 2025 defense budget sees 20% rise to address growing regional security challenges

Pakistan has raised its defense budget to Rs. 2,550 billion for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This marks a 20% increase from last year’s Rs. 2,122 billion. The government aims to strengthen national security and support the armed forces. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented the budget in the National Assembly, highlighting security challenges and the need […]

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7 d. ago Justin Bieber Raises Alarm Bells With Unexplained Injury Amid Troubling Behavior

Justin Bieber has raised concerns among fans after revealing a mystery leg injury during a recent visit to a spa in West Hollywood, California. Photos obtained by Page Six show the “Sorry” singer wearing a black bandage knee brace on his left leg as he entered Voda Spa on Friday, June 6. The reason for […]

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8 d. ago Why was Babar Azam missing from PCB’s Eidul Azha Greeting Video?

KARACHI – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) raised eyebrows with special Eid greeting video featuring national players as fans failed to

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1 week ago Tom Cruise demands record $40 million salary for next ‘Top Gun’ movie, studios in shock

Tom Cruise has shocked Hollywood with a massive salary demand for his next film. The 62-year-old star reportedly wants between $35 million and $40 million upfront to return as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in Top Gun 3. This huge ask is causing delays in the movie’s development. Studio executives are currently working on the script, but […]

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1 week ago Apparel exporters warn against EFS distortion as it’s lifeline for SMEs

The value-added textile sector has once again raised a unified voice to safeguard the backbone of Pakistan’s export economy—the small

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1 week ago Alkhidmat Foundation hosts Qurbani awareness seminar ahead of Eidul Azha

Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan organized an insightful seminar titled “Why and How to Perform Sunnat-e-Ibrahimi” at its Head Office in Lahore. The session, held under the chairmanship of Prof. Dr. Hafeez ur Rehman, President of Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan, aimed to raise awareness about the religious, ethical, and operational aspects of Qurbani (sacrificial offering) during Eid-ul-Adha. The […]

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2 w. ago Afghanistan to raise diplomatic representation in Pakistan to ambassador level

Afghanistan has warmly welcomed Pakistan’s decision to upgrade diplomatic ties by raising its envoy in Kabul from chargé d’affaires to ambassador. The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), the Taliban-led interim government, has announced it will respond in kind by upgrading its diplomatic mission in Islamabad to ambassador level. This mutual move aims to deepen cooperation […]

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2 w. ago National Assembly committee launches probe into CAIE exam paper leaks

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee for Education has taken strict notice of reported leaks in Cambridge Assessment International Education’s (CAIE) A and O Level exam papers, initiating a formal inquiry and raising questions about the board’s credibility in Pakistan. The decision followed a detailed session chaired by committee head Azeem Zahid on Friday morning. […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan’s child rights policies miss key voices — The children themselves

ISLAMABAD – Experts have raised alarm over the lack of children’s involvement in Pakistan’s child rights policies, warning that excluding young voices weakens the relevance and impact of protective measures. Currently, decisions about child rights are largely shaped by adults—experts, policymakers, and activists—leaving children, the actual stakeholders, without a seat at the table. This approach, […]

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2 w. ago Govt extends deadline to bid for national airline to June 19

Pakistan has extended the deadline for expressions of interest (EOI) in purchasing Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to June 19, the country’s privatization ministry said on Tuesday. Cash-strapped Pakistan is seeking to privatize the debt-ridden PIA to raise funds and reform state-owned enterprises, as outlined in the $7 billion International Monetary Fund program secured last year. […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan raises alarm over India’s new hydropower projects in Ladakh

ISLAMABAD – India has launched a strategic master plan to block or control the flow of the Indus River through 10 new mega hydropower projects in Ladakh, a disputed region. The announcement has triggered serious concerns in Pakistan, which sees this as a direct violation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) signed in 1960 under […]

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3 w. ago Planning Minister hints at raising defence budget due to regional security situation

It is a national duty to provide armed forces whatever they need in this budget to bolster the country’s defense: Ahsan Iqbal LAHORE: Federal Minister for Planning Development & Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Saturday hinted at raising the defense budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2025-26 following the recent escalation with India and New […]

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3 w. ago India Blocks Kishanganga Water Flow, Violates Indus Waters Treaty: Tensions Escalate

ATHMUQAM – In a serious violation of the Indus Waters Treaty, India has stopped the natural flow of water from the Kishanganga Dam into the Neelum River, raising concerns in Pakistan. Officials in Athmuqam reported that water pressure in the river has dropped by 40 percent at eight different locations, severely affecting the ecosystem and […]

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3 w. ago Supreme court rejects SIC’s objections in reserved seats case

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has dismissed all three objections raised by the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) regarding the constitutional bench hearing the reserved seats case. However, the Court has approved a request to broadcast the proceedings live. An 11-member constitutional bench, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, resumed hearing the review petitions related […]

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3 w. ago Two new polio cases detected in KP, Pakistan’s total rises to 10 in 2025

Two new polio cases have been confirmed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), raising Pakistan’s total for 2025 to 10. The National Institute of Health reported that the cases were found in Lakki Marwat and Bannu districts, both high-risk areas for polio transmission. Out of the 10 total cases this year, five are from KP, four from […]

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