15 m. ago Hamas open to immediate ceasefire talks as Gaza death toll rises

Hamas has announced its readiness to begin talks “immediately” on a Gaza ceasefire based on a US-backed plan. The statement followed consultations with other Palestinian factions and marked a potential shift in the ongoing 21-month conflict. Hamas expressed willingness to negotiate a mechanism to implement the truce proposal. Meanwhile, Israel has yet to make a […]

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5 h. ago At least 24 dead, several missing as severe flood hits US Texas due to torrential rains

TEXAS – At least 24 are dead and several others are missing as severe flooding hit by catastrophic flooding following

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6 h. ago Rescue operation continues as death toll rises to 16 in Karachi building collapse

Karachi – At least 14 people, including three women and one child, lost their lives when a five-storey building collapsed

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7 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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8 h. ago Karachi and Lahore on high alert for 9th muharram processions

Tight security arrangements have been finalized for the central 9th Muharram processions in both Karachi and Lahore, as the country observes the solemn day. In Karachi, the main procession will begin at 1 PM from Nishtar Park, following a religious gathering where prominent scholar Allama Shahenshah Hussain Naqvi will deliver a sermon. After the majlis, […]

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17 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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18 h. ago Pakistan, France ink €12M deal to transform urban sanitation

The Government of Pakistan and the French Development Agency (AFD) have signed a €12 million grant agreement. The funding will help improve water supply and sanitation services in selected urban areas of Punjab, especially in Lahore and Faisalabad. The project aims to boost the quality of public services and strengthen local water management systems. The […]

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21 h. ago KP on high alert as PDMA warns of increased risk of GLOFs as monsoon rains intensify

ISLAMABAD: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has raised a warning regarding the heightened risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) in the province’s glacial regions due to the ongoing heavy rains and flash floods. A recent advisory issued by the PDMA indicates that the increase in temperature and subsequent melting of glaciers, […]

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22 h. ago Stay alert: Glacial flood risk raises alarm in Gilgit and KP

Authorities have issued a flood warning due to rapid glacier melting in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The rising temperatures are causing glaciers to melt faster than usual. This has increased the risk of glacial lake bursts, which can trigger sudden and powerful floods. Such floods could damage homes, roads, and farmlands in nearby areas. Rescue […]

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24 h. ago Karachi’s building collapses reveal grim pattern of neglect and inaction

Karachi has witnessed a troubling rise in building collapses since 2020, exposing deep-rooted issues of poor regulation, unsafe construction, and weak enforcement. Despite repeated warnings, dozens of families have lost their lives while living in dangerously unstable structures. Authorities have continued to issue evacuation notices, yet few are enforced in time to prevent tragedy. The […]

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26 h. ago Sugar prices in Pakistan rise again, cross Rs196 per kg in some areas

Sugar prices in Pakistan have increased once again, with a fresh hike of Rs2.32 per kilogram, pushing the maximum retail price to Rs196 per kg, while the national average now stands at Rs184.92 per kg, according to the Federal Bureau of Statistics (FBS). The new data reveals that in just one week, sugar has become […]

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26 h. ago Danish Taimoor’s ‘Sher’ psych ward scene sparks meme fest and mental health debate

Danish Taimoor has once again taken social media by storm, this time for his over-the-top portrayal of mental illness in a recent episode of Sher. The now-viral psych ward scene, where his character Sher Zaman breaks down in a scribbled-up room, has left viewers laughing—and questioning the drama’s portrayal of mental health. From dramatic lines […]

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27 h. ago Emergency alert: PDMA warns of storms on 9th and 10th muharram

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has warned of heavy and stormy rains across Punjab on 9th and 10th Muharram. The rain spell is expected to begin on July 5. Authorities fear these conditions could affect religious processions and gatherings during Muharram. Therefore, the PDMA has advised the public and procession organizers to take necessary […]

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28 h. ago Gold set for weekly gain as US tax cuts spark fiscal concerns

Gold prices edged higher on Friday, heading for a weekly gain, as the passage of U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill triggered new fiscal worries. Spot gold rose 0.1% to $3,329.67 per ounce in early trade, while U.S. gold futures slipped slightly by 0.1% to $3,339.30. The bill, which cleared Congress on […]

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28 h. ago Dollar holds firm as Trump’s tax bill and trade pressure shake global markets

The U.S. dollar remained steady on Friday after a recent rebound, boosted by strong job data and the successful passage of President Donald Trump’s major tax and spending bill. The legislation, expected to add $3.4 trillion to the national debt, sparked fresh debate about America’s fiscal path but did little to weaken investor confidence in […]

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28 h. ago Tarbela dam spillways to open as rising water sparks flood alert

Due to continuous heavy rainfall in northern areas, authorities have decided to open the spillways of Tarbela Dam to manage the rapidly increasing water levels. This move aims to prevent pressure build-up and potential structural risk. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) stated that opening the spillways could raise the Indus River’s water flow to […]

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30 h. ago PSX hits record high as investor confidence grows amid rising reserves

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its bullish trend on Friday, with the KSE-100 index crossing the 131,000 mark for the first time in history. During intraday trading, the index surged by 593.89 points, reaching 131,280.54 — a gain of 0.45 percent. This rise reflects growing investor confidence, fueled by strong foreign exchange reserves and […]

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45 h. ago Punjab on high alert for monsoon rains, flooding, and lightning from July 5 to 10

MULTAN: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a high-level alert across Punjab, warning of heavy rains and potential flooding between Saturday, July 5, and Thursday, July 10, as the second spell of the monsoon season approaches. With severe weather conditions expected, PDMA has directed all relevant provincial departments—including WASA, Rescue 1122, local administrations, […]

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47 h. ago From rain to risk: NDMA warns of flood danger from July 6–12

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a major weather alert for July 6 to 12. The warning includes heavy rain, thunderstorms, and flash floods in many parts of the country. This alert is based on expected monsoon activity and a strong westerly wave. The NEOC, a unit of NDMA, shared this advisory on […]

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48 h. ago Nicola Peltz Breaks Silence Amid Growing Tensions With Brooklyn Beckham’s Family

Nicola Peltz Beckham has responded to claims that she’s controlling her husband, Brooklyn Beckham, following growing tensions between the Beckham and Peltz families. This comes after Nicola posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram for her father Nelson Peltz’s 83rd birthday, which sparked a wave of online commentary and speculation about her relationship with Brooklyn. In […]

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