4 h. ago Trump presses for Gaza truce as Netanyahu heads to Washington

Hamas and Israel have restarted indirect ceasefire talks in Doha. At the same time, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is traveling to Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump has been urging both sides to reach a “deal this week” to stop the war in Gaza. These discussions aim to secure a temporary truce […]

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6 h. ago KP government objects to federal committee on merged districts, demands inclusion

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has raised strong objections to the federal committee formed to manage affairs in the merged tribal districts. KP officials say the committee was created without consulting the province, which they find unacceptable. Barrister Saif, KP’s Information Advisor, attended the committee meeting in Islamabad representing Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, along […]

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7 h. ago Pakistan’s cotton output crashes to 5.5 million bales, industry demands urgent reforms

Pakistan’s cotton production has plummeted from a peak of 15 million bales to just 5.5 million, sending shockwaves through the textile sector and pressuring the country’s foreign reserves. As local supply shrinks, the industry is increasingly relying on imported cotton, raising serious economic concerns. Industry leaders are urging federal and provincial governments to introduce crop […]

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8 h. ago US envoy pushes for Hezbollah disarmament amid rising Israeli strikes in Lebanon

A US envoy, Thomas Barrack, met Lebanese officials in Beirut on Monday to discuss a plan aimed at fully disarming Hezbollah within four months. This comes as Israel escalated air strikes and launched a cross-border ground assault against the group. Lebanese officials see Israel’s recent military actions as an effort to increase pressure on Hezbollah. […]

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8 h. ago Experts warn of national crisis as India’s water moves raise alarms

Water experts have raised serious concerns over India’s persistent water aggression, urging Pakistan to take urgent action to protect its precious water resources. They emphasized that water is not just a resource but the lifeline of the nation—and it must be defended with strong internal policies and long-term planning. According to experts, Pakistan’s internal weaknesses […]

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8 h. ago Ceasefire proposal gains momentum as Netanyahu heads to white house

Fresh details have surfaced about a proposed Gaza ceasefire deal, just as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares for high-level talks at the White House. The plan outlines a 60-day ceasefire period during which Hamas would release hostages and Israel would pull back its forces. The document, shared with the Associated Press by multiple sources, […]

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9 h. ago Israel strikes Houthi targets in Yemen ports and power plant

Israel launched airstrikes on Monday targeting Houthi positions in three Yemeni ports and a power plant, marking its first attack on Yemen in nearly a month. According to the Israeli military, the strikes hit Hodeidah, Ras Isa, and Salif ports, along with the Ras Qantib power station. The military stated the operation was in response […]

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10 h. ago LESCO to increase new single phase meter fees [Expected Demand Notice charges]

LAHORE – The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has decided to increase the demand notice charges for new single-phase electricity

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30 h. ago Israel strikes kill 32 in Gaza as ceasefire talks in Doha set to resume

GAZA CITY: At least 32 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Sunday, with 29 deaths reported in Gaza City alone, according to hospital sources. The bombardment came as Israel signaled a willingness to resume indirect ceasefire negotiations with Hamas in Doha under growing global pressure. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved sending negotiators for […]

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31 h. ago India admits heavy losses in ‘operation sindoor’, to posthumously honour 100 soldiers

ISLAMABAD: Under intense internal pressure, the Indian government has officially acknowledged the heavy toll suffered during ‘Operation Sindoor’ and announced that 100 fallen troops will be honoured posthumously. The recognition includes four fighter pilots and five S-400 air defense system operators. The conflict erupted on May 7 after India launched missile strikes against Pakistan, blaming […]

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31 h. ago Parisians dive into Seine as river reopens for swimming after 100 years

Parisians and tourists flocked to the River Seine this weekend as the city officially reopened the waterway for public swimming for the first time since 1923. The decision comes after a massive cleanup driven by preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympics, where the river served as a venue for events like triathlon and open water […]

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32 h. ago OPEC+ boosts oil output by 548,000 barrels per day for august

OPEC+ has agreed to raise oil production by 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) in August, accelerating its output hike plan as global markets remain tight. The move follows recent geopolitical tensions and reflects efforts to stabilize fuel prices amid increased global demand. This is the largest monthly hike so far this year, up from 411,000 […]

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43 h. ago Govt accepts IMF demand to public officers’ asset declaration

The federal government has fulfilled another condition set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), making it mandatory for all government officers in Grade 17 and above to publicly declare their assets. A gazette notification for the Civil Servants (Amendment) Bill, 2025 has been officially issued following approval by President Asif Ali Zardari. The bill aims […]

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49 h. ago China, France should act as forces for stability, openness, inclusiveness, unity: Chinese FM

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on China and France to act as forces for stability, openness, inclusiveness and unity. Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks during a joint press conference with his French counterpart, Jean-Noel Barrot. Wang said […]

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51 h. ago CTD kills five terrorists, foils major attack in Taunsa Sharif

In a significant counter-terrorism breakthrough, Punjab’s Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) killed five suspected terrorists in Taunsa Sharif during a late-night intelligence-based operation on Saturday. The action foiled what officials called a “major terror attack” planned by a heavily armed group. According to a CTD press release, the operation was carried out near the Tri-Border Village area—located […]

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54 h. ago ECC demands fair access for farmers left out of Rs37.5bn loan scheme

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has expressed concern over the exclusion of small farmers from Punjab and Sindh in a new Risk Coverage Scheme. The scheme, developed to provide financial support to farmers in underserved areas, currently covers only Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The ECC has now asked the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to […]

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54 h. ago Punjab unveils Rs3,000 monthly ration card scheme to support 1.2 million families

The Punjab government has launched a landmark ration card subsidy programme to assist 1.2 million low-income families across the province. Under this scheme, each registered household will receive a monthly ration subsidy of Rs3,000 to meet their basic food needs. Punjab Labour Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar called it the biggest welfare initiative in the […]

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55 h. ago SBP pumps Rs13 trillion into banks to calm liquidity jitters

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) injected over Rs13 trillion into the banking system on July 4, 2025. The move aimed to maintain short-term liquidity and support banks during inflationary pressure. This included Rs12.647 trillion through conventional Open Market Operations (OMOs), mostly in 14-day instruments at an 11.03% return. Additionally, SBP carried out a Shariah-compliant […]

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59 h. ago Monsoon batters Balochistan; Six dead as rains continue until july 8

Several districts of Balochistan have been hit by ongoing monsoon rains, turning streets and low-lying areas into water channels. The second spell of the monsoon season began today and is expected to intensify over the coming days. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), 17mm of rain was recorded in Barkhan and 6mm in Khuzdar […]

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69 h. ago Evolving global landscape warrants regional cooperation to confront challenges: PM

PM Shehbaz addresses ECO Summit, saying, ‘forces of instability and chaos continue to destabilise our region for geo-political agendas Condemns recent Indian aggression and New Delhi’s attempts to weaponise water by holding IWT in abeyance Reiterates India couldn’t be allowed to ‘pursue this dangerous path that will be regarded as an act of aggression by […]

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