3 h. ago Sheikh Waqas Akram criticizes regime’s governance, warns of economic collapse

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram has strongly condemned the current regime, accusing it of incompetence and poor governance. In a statement issued on Sunday, he highlighted the worsening economic conditions of ordinary Pakistanis, stating that the country is now trapped in a severe debt crisis. Waqas emphasized that while the […]

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5 h. ago Iran’s alleged plot to destroy Israel revealed in cabinet briefing, say officials

In a recent report, Israeli cabinet members were briefed on intelligence findings that suggest a detailed Iranian plan aimed at destroying Israel. According to sources, the information was gathered during the ongoing war and points to a strategic effort by Iran to launch widespread attacks on Israeli population centers. Israeli television network i24’s reporter, Amichai […]

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6 h. ago Karachi, Hyderabad, Sindh weather: Intermittent rains expected

KARACHI – Rains and gusty winds with isolated heavy falls are expected in Karachi, Hyderabad and parts of Sindh on

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7 h. ago Kensington Palace Expresses Anger Over Prince Harry And Meghan’s Money

Since stepping down from their royal duties in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have remained in the public eye, continuously involved in media and business projects. Their move to California marked the start of a new chapter as they sought to build an independent life, yet their royal ties remain central to much of […]

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10 h. ago Lawmakers urge tax relief, slam harsh measures in federal budget debate

ISLAMABAD – Lawmakers from across party lines voiced strong concerns during the National Assembly’s budget debate on Saturday, calling for meaningful tax relief for the public and opposing aggressive tax enforcement measures. While some appreciated key incentives, many demanded greater fairness and economic balance in the 2025-26 federal budget. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan […]

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10 h. ago Sindh CM unveils bold budget plan, slams centre over withheld funds and project cuts

KARACHI – Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah laid out the province’s fiscal and development agenda during a post-budget press conference on Saturday, while sharply criticising the federal government for financial shortfalls. He revealed that Sindh was informed just a day before the budget announcement that Rs105 billion in expected federal funds would be withheld. […]

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11 h. ago Hyderabad’s Rs20 billion development plan misses key basics like water and sewage

HYDERABAD – The Sindh government has allocated over Rs20 billion for various development projects in Hyderabad for the fiscal year 2025-26. However, crucial projects related to water filtration, sewage treatment, and public parks have been surprisingly left out of the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). The pollution of the Indus River and its canals in […]

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11 h. ago Houthis launch ballistic missiles at Israel in rare joint attack with Iran

In a bold and coordinated move, Yemen’s Houthi rebels announced on Sunday that they launched ballistic missiles at Israel in direct coordination with Iran. This marks the first time the Houthis have openly confirmed such joint military action with Tehran, further escalating tensions in the region. The Houthi military spokesperson, Yehya Sarea, said several missiles […]

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22 h. ago Sindh, KP up in arms for ‘being ignored’ in federal projects

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah criticised the federal government for failing to meet its financial commitments to the province, while promising enhanced development and relief measures in the 2025-26 budget. Speaking at a post-budget press conference on Saturday, Shah said the provincial budget totalled Rs3.45 trillion, with a record Rs1.018 trillion allocated for development […]

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27 h. ago China, Iran foreign ministers hold talks as Wang Yi condemns Israeli strikes

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, held a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday to discuss the situation in the Middle East. Araghchi briefed Wang on the latest developments, condemning Israel’s recent military strikes on […]

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28 h. ago Pakistani siblings write to Trump & Netanyahu, challenge global indifference to Gaza’s children

ISLAMABAD: In a stirring and deeply emotional open letter titled “A Scream from the Dying-alive Children of Gaza”, Pakistani siblings Ubaidah al Fidhdha Hafia (11) and Ghulam Bishar Hafi (13) have delivered a powerful message to Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. Their plea, rooted in compassion and outrage, cuts through geopolitical rhetoric and brings the […]

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29 h. ago Israeli kills 35 Palestinians in Gaza as toll crosses 55,200 deaths

GAZA: At least 35 Palestinians have been killed since dawn in Israeli strikes across Gaza city, including 11 civilians waiting for humanitarian aid, hospital officials told Al Jazeera. The attacks hit multiple locations, with central Gaza seeing some of the deadliest incidents. At least 15 Palestinians were killed and many others wounded near aid distribution […]

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29 h. ago KP’s Finance Advisor terms provincial budget ‘realistic, development

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Finance Advisor, Muzzammil Aslam, announced that the provincial government has prepared a realistic budget for 2025-26, focusing on financial discipline and development needs without taking new loans. Addressing a post-budget press conference, he said that KP did not receive its full share of funds under the National Finance Commission (NFC) and Annual […]

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31 h. ago IAEA reports radiation at Iran’s Natanz nuclear site after Israeli attack

UNITED NATIONS: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed radiation and chemical pollution after Israeli attack on Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility. IAEA chief Rafael Grossi told the United Nations Security Council that the Israeli strike has damaged centrifuges at Natanz atomic facility. He said there were no indication of the impact on the underground […]

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31 h. ago PPP not to support federal budget if demands are not met: CM Sindh

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has threatened that PPP will not support the federal budget if their demands, including withdrawal of proposed 18 percent tax on solar panels, are not fulfilled by the Centre. Addressing his post-budget press conference in Karachi on Saturday, CM Murad Ali Shah said “Sindh is not a […]

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31 h. ago Opposition protest breaks national assembly microphones worth Rs. 350 million

During the budget session for the financial year 2025-26, the opposition protested loudly in the National Assembly. They shouted slogans, tore budget papers, and threw them around the house. Opposition Leader Omar Ayub slammed budget copies on desks. This caused chaos and disrupted the session for a long time. Because of the protest, the microphone […]

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33 h. ago Iran arrests 5 over alleged espionage for Israel amid ongoing conflict

Iranian authorities have arrested five individuals in the central city of Yazd on suspicion of collaborating with Israel, according to local media. The arrests were made after the accused were allegedly caught taking photographs and gathering information for Israeli intelligence. These developments come at a time of heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, as both […]

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33 h. ago Karachi set for major overhaul with new roads, electric buses, and AI surveillance

KARACHI: Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has laid out an ambitious urban transformation plan for Karachi in the provincial budget 2025-26. The city will undergo wide-ranging upgrades, including road rehabilitation, improved drainage systems, and better water supply networks. The plan focuses on both aging infrastructure and neglected neighborhoods across South, Central, East, and Korangi districts. […]

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33 h. ago Govt unveils Rs2.42 trillion circular debt plan, tariff changes await NEPRA nod

The Power Division has shared its plan with the National Assembly to tackle the massive Rs2.42 trillion circular debt in the energy sector. Minister Awais Leghari confirmed the strategy is part of the Circular Debt Management Plan, backed by the Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Finance, and a task force. He added that Rs1.2 trillion […]

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33 h. ago Govt to enforce Rs77 petroleum levy and Rs5 carbon levy from july 1

The federal government will impose a Rs77 per litre petroleum levy and Rs5 per litre carbon levy on petrol, diesel, and furnace oil from July 1, 2025. This decision is part of Pakistan’s agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) to promote climate resilience and stabilize the economy. […]

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