5 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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6 h. ago Pakistan slams Israeli strikes in Syria, urges global accountability

NEW YORK – Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s continued military strikes in Syria, calling them dangerous, destabilizing, and a serious violation of international law and Syria’s sovereignty. The statement was delivered during a United Nations Security Council briefing by Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, who is also the Council’s current president. Ambassador Asim stated that Israel’s […]

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15 h. ago 63 killed as record 427mm rainfall batters Pindi division; more rain predicted

Punjab declares state of emergency in several districts along with imposition of Section 144 Flood triggered by cloudburst causes a breach in Chakwal dam, prompting mass evacuation of population Army helicopter airlift stranded people from flood-affected areas Pindi DC declares a one-day holiday, advising residents to stay indoors unless necessary Punjab mobilises all relevant departments […]

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17 h. ago PM directs ‘national disaster management’ plan as monsoon toll hits 178

PM Shehbaz visits NEOC, reviews monsoon situation, disaster response efforts, and increasing intensity of weather patterns Lauds provincial govts for their response, effective disaster handling, and coordination with NDMA and PDMAs Pakistan contributes minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions but ranks among top ten most climate-vulnerable countries: PM This year’s monsoon intensity is 60–70% higher […]

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19 h. ago Heavy rains claim dozens of lives in Punjab, emergency declared

LAHORE: Sections 144 have been imposed across Punjab, and a state of emergency declared in several districts, after torrential monsoon rains triggered flooding that has claimed the lives of at least 60 people in the last 24 hours. Authorities have warned of more rainfall over the next few days, as the National Disaster Management Authority […]

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22 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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23 h. ago NDMA warns of flood threat after 54 deaths in heavy rainfall

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) reported 54 new deaths and 227 injuries in rain-related incidents across Pakistan in the last 24 hours. Since June 26, heavy monsoon rains have caused 178 deaths, injured 491 people, damaged 678 homes, and killed 126 livestock. Punjab has been the hardest hit province with 103 fatalities, followed by […]

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25 h. ago Torrential rains claim 63 lives in Punjab — emergency declared

Heavy monsoon rains have caused massive flooding across Punjab, forcing the government to declare a rain emergency in several districts. In the last 24 hours, at least 63 people have died, and nearly 300 have been injured. The Punjab Disaster Management Authority confirmed fatalities in Lahore, Faisalabad, Okara, Pakpattan, and Sahiwal. Families of the deceased […]

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29 h. ago Pakistan urges immediate fuel, food access for starving Gaza

Pakistan has strongly urged the global community to ensure the immediate supply of food and fuel to Gaza, where people continue to suffer from severe shortages. Speaking at a UN meeting on the Middle East, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, said that famine in Gaza must not be tolerated […]

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32 h. ago Passenger bus attack leaves 3 dead; army major martyred in IBO

A deadly attack targeted a passenger coach travelling from Karachi to Quetta near Niemurgh Cross in Kalat district, Balochistan, leaving at least three passengers dead and seven others injured, according to local police sources. Confirming the incident, spokesperson Shahid Rind stated that the injured had been shifted to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Kalat. […]

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44 h. ago Food or housing? Ahsan Iqbal sounds alarm on land conversion

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal has raised a red flag over Pakistan’s growing housing sprawl. He warned that the rapid conversion of fertile farmland into housing societies is a major threat to national food security. Chairing a high-level committee in Islamabad on Wednesday, he called for urgent legislation and long-term planning to protect agricultural land. Iqbal […]

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44 h. ago President, PM condemn Kalat terror attack, vow justice for victims

ISLAMABAD, July 16 — President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Kalat, Balochistan, that claimed the lives of innocent passengers traveling from Karachi to Quetta. The attack was carried out by Indian-backed group “Fitna-ul-Hindustan”, according to official sources. In their statements, both leaders expressed deep grief and […]

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44 h. ago Israel strikes key Syrian institutions in Damascus attack as Druze clashes continue

DAMASCUS: An Israeli airstrike hit next to the presidential palace in Syria’s capital Damascus on Wednesday, according to a Reuters witness, after the Syrian defence ministry and military headquarters were also attacked. Earlier, Israeli strikes hit near the Syrian army and defence ministry headquarters in Damascus, the state-run Alekhbariya channel reported on Telegram, after Israel’s military said it […]

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47 h. ago Election commission vacates Jamshed Dasti’s national assembly seat

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially declared Jamshed Dasti’s National Assembly seat vacant following his disqualification. The ECP issued a notification confirming the vacancy of the NA-175 Muzaffargarh seat held by Dasti. This decision comes after the ECP declared Jamshed Dasti ineligible due to his educational documents being found fake. The commission accepted […]

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47 h. ago 3 killed, 7 wounded in brutal bus shooting in Balochistan’s Kalat

Three passengers were killed and seven others injured after gunmen opened fire on a passenger bus in Kalat, Balochistan, government officials confirmed. The bus was en route from Karachi to Quetta when the attack took place on Wednesday. The injured were rushed to the District Headquarters Hospital in Kalat, where an emergency was declared to […]

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47 h. ago Israeli airstrikes hit near Syrian presidential palace and military sites

Israeli airstrikes struck areas near the presidential palace in Damascus on Wednesday, causing tension to rise in the already fragile region. A Reuters witness confirmed seeing smoke rising from the area following the attack. The airstrike was one of several launched by Israel targeting strategic sites in Syria’s capital. According to Syrian state-run television, the […]

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48 h. ago Gold slips to Rs356,000 Per Tola amid Global dip; Check New Rates here

KARACHI – Gold prices witnessed another downward trajectory as price of 24-karat gold per tola declined by Rs3,000 to Rs356,000.

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49 h. ago UN expert slams US sanctions, calls them illegal and unprecedented

Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Palestinian affairs, has strongly criticized the US sanctions placed against her, calling them a clear violation of her diplomatic immunity. While speaking in Bogotá, she said the move was not only unprecedented but also a serious attack on her mandate and independence. The US announced the sanctions […]

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51 h. ago Supreme court declares promotion A legal right for public servants

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that promotion is a fundamental legal right for every government employee and must be granted based on merit and performance. The court urged public institutions to ensure fairness and transparency in handling promotion cases. In a five-page written judgment by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, the court […]

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59 h. ago ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ shatters major box office record before its release

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is already making headlines by shattering a record before even hitting the big screen. The first part of the highly anticipated trilogy has sold out in cinemas across Japan in just 10 minutes, setting a new record and proving the anime’s continued global appeal. The excitement surrounding Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle […]

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