12 h. ago Pakistan wins two more medals at world police and fire games in USA

Pakistan continued its strong performance at the World Police and Fire Games 2025 in Birmingham, Alabama, by winning two more medals on Thursday. The country’s medal tally in the event has now reached three, with more athletes still in contention. Constable Ali Nawaz of Islamabad Police earned a silver medal in boxing after a fierce […]

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15 h. ago Race against Time: 9 dead in Karachi Building Collapse as Rescue Ops underway

KARACHI – A desperate race against time is underway in Pakistan’s largest city Karachi, where a residential building collapsed earlier

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17 h. ago Time’s up for Babar and Rizwan: Aaqib Javed’s strong message

Aaqib Javed, director of PCB’s High Performance Center and former fast bowler, said he has clearly communicated to Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan about areas they need to improve. Both senior players were advised on how to fix weaknesses to strengthen their game. Recently, PCB held three skill development camps focusing on improving players’ techniques […]

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18 h. ago India unveils $234 million drone push after border tensions with Pakistan

India is preparing to launch a massive $234 million incentive programme to boost its domestic drone industry following recent military clashes with Pakistan, sources revealed on Friday. The move is aimed at reducing dependency on imported drone parts and developing a strong local manufacturing base for both civil and military use. The planned programme, set […]

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18 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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18 h. ago Aqib Javed shares insights on objectives, outcomes of Skills Development Camp

LAHORE – The 20-day Skills Development Camp, which began on 16 June at the National Cricket Academy, Lahore, concluded Friday

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20 h. ago Air India falsified maintenance records amid engine safety directive: report

India’s aviation watchdog warned Air India Express earlier this year for failing to replace engine parts on time as required by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), according to an official memo. The memo also revealed that maintenance records were allegedly altered to show compliance with the directive, raising major safety concerns. The incident […]

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20 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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21 h. ago Pakistan set to reduce timelines for credit of bonus, right shares

ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has sought public input on the proposed amendments to the

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22 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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22 h. ago Oil prices hold steady amid strong US jobs data and tariff uncertainty

Oil prices remained largely unchanged on Friday as fresh U.S. employment data supported expectations that the Federal Reserve may hold interest rates steady. Meanwhile, uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s upcoming tariff announcements kept investors cautious. Brent crude futures edged up by just 1 cent, trading at $68.81 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) […]

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23 h. ago India Reblocks instagram accounts of Pakistani celebrities amid controversy

Several popular Pakistani celebrities have once again faced Instagram account blocks in India, just a day after the restrictions were briefly lifted. Indian users now see a message saying, “Account not available in India” due to a legal request. Celebrities like Yumna Zaidi, Danish Taimoor, and Mawra Hocane have had their Instagram handles become inaccessible […]

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24 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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41 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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46 h. ago Pakistan urges urgent UN action to end gang violence in Haiti

Pakistan has called on the United Nations Security Council to take immediate and strong action to restore peace in Haiti, where gang violence has caused chaos and suffering. Speaking during a Council meeting, Pakistan’s UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad warned that Haiti’s streets have become battlegrounds and that time is running out. Ambassador Asim emphasized […]

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46 h. ago Ferry sinks near Bali, leaving 4 dead and 30 missing in tragic incident

A ferry carrying 65 people sank off the coast of Indonesia’s Bali island, leaving at least four dead and 30 missing, officials confirmed on Thursday. Rescue teams are racing against time to locate the missing passengers amid rough seas and strong winds. The vessel, KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, departed from Banyuwangi port in East Java […]

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46 h. ago Massive wildfire forces evacuations on Greece’s crete island

Greek firefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire on the island of Crete, which erupted Wednesday and quickly spread due to strong winds. The fire burned forest areas, damaged homes, and forced evacuations in at least four settlements in the southeastern Ierapetra region. According to the fire brigade, 155 firefighters supported by 38 fire engines and […]

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47 h. ago TikToker Kashif Zameer Arrested Again in Lahore with 13 Armed Guards

Controversial TikToker Kashif Zameer has been arrested again in Lahore, this time in the Iqbal Town area, following the circulation of videos on social media showing him and his private armed guards brandishing weapons in public. The Crime Control Department (CCD) swiftly took action and apprehended Zameer along with 13 of his heavily armed guards. […]

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61 h. ago KP CM dares opponents to topple govt constitutionally as PTI reaffirms unity

Today’s meeting a clear message to those attempting to create rift within our ranks: ‘Your efforts are futile’: Gandapur PTI stands as one, no force can divide us; every decision will follow Imran Khan’s command: Gohar Salman Raja says this is a battle for rights, dignity, Juniad says PTI leaders united in loyalty to Imran […]

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61 h. ago Karachi port handles 331,420 metric tons of cargo in 48 hours

KARACHI – Karachi Port managed a total of 331,420 metric tons of cargo over the last 48 hours, according to port authorities. The massive cargo handling included 157,131 metric tons of exports and 174,289 metric tons of imports, reflecting strong trade activity at one of Pakistan’s busiest ports. Export cargo included containerized goods as well […]

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