2 h. ago Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian flights until august 24

KARACHI – Pakistan has once again extended its airspace ban on Indian aircraft, pushing the restriction until August 24, according to a statement issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). This is the third consecutive extension since the initial ban was imposed on April 24. The move comes amid ongoing tensions between the two nuclear-armed […]

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3 h. ago Kashmiri girls barred from classes in India for wearing hijab

  Kashmiri female students at Bengaluru’s Sri Soubhagya Lalitha College of Nursing have alleged they are being denied entry into classrooms for wearing hijab and burkha. The college, which is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, has reportedly refused to allow the girls to attend lectures or practicals unless they remove their […]

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3 h. ago Trump’s aid cuts leave global water projects abandoned, risks surge

The Trump administration’s massive cut to U.S. foreign aid has halted dozens of water and sanitation projects across 16 countries, putting millions at risk. Reuters identified at least 21 unfinished projects worldwide after speaking with officials and reviewing internal documents. Many communities now face serious hazards, including increased flooding, disease, and food insecurity due to […]

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14 h. ago Trump rubs more salt into India’s wounds, says five jets shot down

US President Donald Trump has rubbed more salt into India’s wounds saying up to five fighter jets were shot down during recent Pakistan-India hostilities that began after Pahalgam attack in Occupied Kashmir in April, with the situation calming after a ceasefire was announced in May. President Trump, yet again, took the credit for “stopping a […]

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15 h. ago IIOJK people’s accession to Pakistan was historic decision: PA Speaker

Speaker of Sindh Assembly Syed Awais Qadir Shah on Saturday said that 19 July 1947 reminds us of the historic and courageous decision of the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). In his message on the occasion of Accession to Pakistan Day, he said that the people of Kashmir chose accession to […]

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16 h. ago Nine terrorists neutralized, 3 officers injured in Hangu joint operation: police

The condition of Hangu DPO and Doaba Police SHO is stable, and they are undergoing treatment at CMH Kohat: IGP office HANGU: Nine terrorists were killed and three security officers, including a district police officer, sustained gunshot wounds in a joint operation carried out by police and other law enforcement agencies following intelligence about the […]

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20 h. ago Trump sues WSJ, Rupert Murdoch for defamation over Epstein report

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump sued the Wall Street Journal and its owners including Rupert Murdoch for at least $10 billion on Friday, over the newspaper’s report that his name was on a 2003 birthday greeting for Jeffrey Epstein that included a sexually suggestive drawing and a reference to secrets they shared. The lawsuit filed […]

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26 h. ago Mohammad Asif stuns India in final, lifts World snooker trophy

MANAMA: Pakistani cueist Mohammad Asif has claimed the IBSF World Masters Snooker Championship 2025 title after a thrilling win over Indian player Brijesh Damani. The final, held in Manama, Bahrain, saw Asif secure a 3-4 comeback victory in a nail-biting contest. Asif started strong, winning the first two frames of the final. However, Damani bounced […]

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29 h. ago After Hania Aamir, Imran Ashraf to play leading role in Indian Punjabi film

LAHORE – After Hania Aamir, aacclaimed Pakistani actor Imran Ashraf is set to make his debut in Indian Punjabi cinema

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39 h. ago Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian flights until August 23

PAA issues new NOTAM, restricting all Indian-registered aircraft from using Pakistani airspace KARACHI: Pakistan on Friday announced extending its airspace restrictions for Indian airlines by another month, until August 23. Following the government’s decision, the Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) issued a new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), reaffirming the ongoing suspension of overflight permissions for aircraft […]

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40 h. ago Pakistan rejects US linking of banned group to Pahalgam attack

FO spokesperson rejects reported linkage between TRF and LeT, stating the group had been comprehensively dismantled Criticizes India for what it called the misuse of terrorism-related designations for political purposes Reiterates Pakistan condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and pursues a policy of zero tolerance Urges Int’l community to adopt indiscriminate policy towards […]

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40 h. ago PTI’s political committee rejects as KP govt, opposition ‘agree’ on uncontested Senate polls

CM Gandapur confirms ‘consensus’ through a video message in presence of opposition leaders after final round of late-night talks PTI’s candidates include Murad Saeed, Faisal Javed, Mirza Afridi, Noor-ul-Haq Qadri, Swati, and Rubina Naz PTI’s organizational office-bearers publicly demand Irfan Saleem be awarded the Senate ticket from Peshawar Threaten demonstrations outside KP Assembly, CM’s House, […]

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40 h. ago Indian police criticized for viral meme involving Pakistani flag

The Punjab Police in India is facing widespread condemnation after its official X (formerly Twitter) account posted an AI-generated meme referencing the George Floyd incident to threaten those displaying a Pakistani flag. The image quickly went viral before being deleted. The controversial meme recreated the infamous scene of George Floyd’s killing by a Minneapolis police […]

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42 h. ago Russia says it shot down 73 Ukrainian drones aimed at Moscow

MOSCOW: Russian air defences destroyed 73 Ukrainian drones overnight, including three heading for Moscow, Russia’s defence ministry said on Friday. Most of the drones were downed over Russia’s southwestern regions, including 31 over the Bryansk region that borders Ukraine, the ministry said on the Telegram messaging app. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, writing on Telegram, made […]

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44 h. ago Five dacoits killed in police encounters across Punjab, CCD takes action

SIALKOT: Five notorious dacoits were shot dead in four separate police encounters across Punjab in the cities of Lahore, Okara, Sialkot, and Chiniot, according to reports. The encounters occurred as Crime Control Department (CCD) teams engaged in operations to apprehend suspected criminals. The first encounter took place in Lahore’s Nawankot area, where an accused dacoit, […]

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52 h. ago US declares group behind Pahalgam attack a global terror threat

The United States has officially designated the group that claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack in Indian-occupied Kashmir as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). This move aligns with India’s earlier claims that the group has links with the banned outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba. According to Dawn News, India had blamed Pakistan […]

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52 h. ago Trump denies Epstein letter, demands grand jury records unsealed

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has strongly denied claims that he wrote a personal birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, calling the report “fake.” The Wall Street Journal had reported on Thursday that Trump’s name appeared in a note from a leather-bound album created for Epstein’s 50th birthday, years before the financier was accused […]

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52 h. ago Ghazal legend Mehdi Hassan remembered on 98th birth anniversary

LAHORE – The 98th birth anniversary of the legendary ghazal singer Mehdi Hassan is being observed today, as fans in Pakistan and India pay tribute to his unforgettable musical legacy. Born on July 18, 1927, in Rajasthan, Mehdi Hassan ruled hearts with more than 25,000 songs and ghazals throughout his remarkable career. Coming from a […]

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53 h. ago Trump diagnosed with vein condition after swelling and bruising

US President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common and non-serious vein condition, the White House confirmed on Thursday. The announcement follows days of public speculation after Trump appeared with a bruised right hand and swollen legs. According to Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the 79-year-old president remains in excellent health despite […]

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69 h. ago Trump’s tariffs cast shadow over G20 finance talks in South Africa

Tensions over U.S. tariff threats have dominated the G20 finance ministers’ meeting in Durban, South Africa. As finance chiefs gathered to discuss global economic cooperation, President Donald Trump’s new tariff plans created concern about further trade disruption and global fragmentation. South Africa, the host, urged G20 countries to show bold leadership and unity in tackling […]

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