2 h. ago US calls Pakistan’s Nobel nomination for Trump ‘win’ for Americans

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday called Pakistan’s nomination of US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize a “win” for the American people. Islamabad said last month it would recommend Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, an accolade that he has repeatedly said he craves, for his work in helping to […]

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4 h. ago US recognises Pakistan’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump

Israeli PM Netanyahu nominates Trump as well for the coveted award WASHINGTON: The White House has responded to Pakistan’s Nobel nomination, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirming the recognition. Leavitt highlighted Pakistan’s acknowledgment of Trump’s decisive role in averting the nuclear threat, noting that the nomination reflects the president’s broader diplomatic successes worldwide. “This nomination […]

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4 h. ago Trump plans tariff blitz: 50% on copper, 200% possible for medicines

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 50% tax on copper imports, signaling a more aggressive trade policy if re-elected. Speaking during a cabinet meeting, Trump said his administration is actively working on the copper issue as part of a broader investigation into metal imports. In addition, Trump hinted at an even […]

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5 h. ago Elon Musk’s ‘America Party’ may threaten President Trump, warn analysts

WASHINGTON: Although US President Donald Trump has brushed off Elon Musk’s plans for a new political party as “ridiculous”, the tech billionaire’s announcement underscored the threat the disaffected former ally poses to US Republicans defending paper-thin congressional majorities. Musk’s weekend launch of the “America Party” came in the wake of Trump signing into law a […]

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9 h. ago South Africa pushes back against Trump’s 30% tariff, calls for fair trade talks

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 30% tariff starting next month. He said the tariff is based on wrong trade data. Ramaphosa stressed that South Africa’s average tariff on U.S. goods is only 7.6%, and most U.S. products enter South Africa without any tariff. He also said […]

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9 h. ago Turkey’s foreign and defense chiefs set for key talks with Pakistan

Turkiye’s foreign minister Hakan Fidan and defense minister will visit Pakistan on Wednesday. They will hold talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agenda includes strengthening bilateral ties, discussing regional peace, and boosting defense industry cooperation. Turkiye showed strong support for Pakistan during its military clash with India in May. This move angered India and […]

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10 h. ago SEPCO sent 24,300 detection bills in April; NEPRA orders urgent report

In a startling revelation, Sukkur Electric Power Company (SEPCO) sent 24,300 detection bills to its consumers in April 2025, imposing an estimated additional burden of Rs149 million. These bills were reportedly issued without any transparent justification, sparking outrage among affected users. The detection bills included charges for “unauthorized” consumption or assumed theft, but many recipients […]

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12 h. ago US to boost Ukraine’s defense with additional weapons, Trump says

US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States will send more weapons to Ukraine, focusing mainly on defensive systems. This move aims to strengthen Ukraine’s ability to protect itself from intensified Russian military advances and airstrikes. Trump highlighted the urgency by stating, “They’re getting hit very hard now.” Previously, the US had […]

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12 h. ago Experts say Pakistan’s EV growth needs time and strong policies

Pakistan’s electric vehicle (EV) industry is still in its infancy, with experts comparing it to a newborn baby that needs time to develop. The government’s National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-30 aims to boost EV adoption and build supporting infrastructure like charging stations across the country. Global EV brands like BYD, Deepal, and MG have […]

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12 h. ago Punjab bans mobile phones for hospital staff, mandates pager use

LAHORE – The Punjab government has officially banned mobile phone use by hospital staff below BPS-18 during duty hours in all public sector hospitals. The move aims to boost emergency response and enhance patient care across the province’s healthcare facilities. According to two circulars issued by the Specialised Healthcare and Medical Education Department on July […]

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15 h. ago Trump, Netanyahu meet amid Gaza ceasefire push and Iran talks

Former U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday as Israel and Hamas continued indirect ceasefire negotiations in Doha, Qatar. The leaders held a private dinner with top advisers in the White House Blue Room, skipping the traditional Oval Office meeting. Trump expressed optimism, saying a breakthrough […]

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15 h. ago Netanyahu nominates Trump for nobel peace prize after Iran strike

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has officially nominated former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. During a celebratory dinner at the White House, Netanyahu handed Trump the nomination letter, praising his role in leading joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Trump, visibly pleased, responded by saying, “Coming from you in particular, […]

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25 h. ago Government eyes $200 million from tuna exports under new fishing quota

Pakistan’s Maritime Affairs Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said this week that the government is eyeing a $200 million boost for the country’s tuna sector, after securing a new fishing quota from the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC). Pakistan’s Maritime Affairs Ministry said in a press release on Saturday that the IOTC has issued Islamabad […]

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28 h. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan begin key talks to boost trade and fight terror

Pakistan and Afghanistan held important talks in Islamabad on Monday to improve trade, transit, and regional security. These talks were the first under a new Additional Secretary-Level Mechanism. The initiative follows a visit by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister to Kabul in April. Both sides agreed to continue cooperation for peace and development. Ambassador Syed Ali […]

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29 h. ago Trump slaps 25% tariffs on Japan, South Korea amid trade tensions

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, two of America’s closest allies. The decision was announced in formal letters sent to both countries, stating that their trade practices were “far from reciprocal.” The tariffs will take effect from August 1, unless trade policy changes are made. […]

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33 h. ago July brings 7% pension boost for retired civil, armed forces

ISLAMABAD — The federal government has approved a 7% increase in pensions for retired civil and armed forces personnel, effective July 1, 2025, as per a notification issued by the Finance Division on Monday. The decision aims to support pensioners amid rising inflation and cost of living. This raise will benefit all civil pensioners, including […]

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34 h. ago Trump presses for Gaza truce as Netanyahu heads to Washington

Hamas and Israel have restarted indirect ceasefire talks in Doha. At the same time, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is traveling to Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump has been urging both sides to reach a “deal this week” to stop the war in Gaza. These discussions aim to secure a temporary truce […]

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35 h. ago China hits back at Trump’s 10% tariff threat on BRICS aligned nations

China has strongly rebuked U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose an additional 10% tariff on countries that align with BRICS’ “anti-American” policies. Trump announced the tariff threat following the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro (July 6–7, 2025), where the group rebuked unilateral tariffs and military actions against Iran and Israel. A spokesperson for […]

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39 h. ago Texas flood death toll rises to 78 as Trump plans visit to disaster zone

At least 78 people, including 28 children, have died due to devastating floods in Texas, officials confirmed on Sunday. The disaster struck after torrential rains caused the Guadalupe River to overflow on the U.S. Independence Day holiday. Rescue operations continue, with 41 people still missing and fears of more flooding prompting fresh evacuations. Texas Governor […]

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39 h. ago Trump warns of 10% tariffs on BRICS allies as global tensions rise

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose an extra 10% tariff on any country aligning with the BRICS group, calling their actions “Anti-American.” The warning came just hours after BRICS leaders kicked off their annual summit in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday. Trump posted the statement on Truth Social, saying there would be no […]

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