Karachi experiences light rain and pleasant weather today

Karachi experiences light rain and pleasant weather today

Web Desk: Karachi recorded light rain and a pleasant weather pattern across various parts of the city today. The minimum temperature touched 29.4°C, with humidity levels reaching 70%, contributing to a relatively comfortable atmosphere. Forecasts indicate that the maximum temperature will range between 34°C and 35°C, accompanied by southwest winds blowing at approximately 25 km/h. … Read more

PSX faced weekly decline amid heightened geopolitical tensions

PSX ends on a bullish note, weekly report

Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a notable downturn this week, primarily driven by escalating tensions in the Iran-Israel conflict. The benchmark Karachi 100 Index closed at 120,023 points, marking a decline of 2,120 points from the previous week’s close of 122,143 points. Throughout the week, the index fluctuated between a high of 122,903 … Read more

Islamabad police launched high-tech taxi verification app to enhance passenger safety

Islamabad police launched high-tech taxi verification app to enhance passenger safety

Islamabad: Islamabad Police has introduced a cutting-edge digital tool aimed at strengthening ride security for commuters in the capital. The newly launched “Online Taxi Verification App” empowers citizens to verify the legitimacy of taxis before embarking on their journeys, thereby reducing the risk of encounters with unregistered or unauthorized vehicles. The innovative system allows users … Read more

NADRA announces major reforms in CNIC and birth registration process

NADRA announces major reforms in CNIC and birth registration process

Islamabad: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a sweeping overhaul of Pakistan’s identity management framework, introducing comprehensive changes to the CNIC and birth registration processes. These reforms, approved by the Federal Cabinet under the directive of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, aim to modernize and secure the country’s national identity system. Key highlights … Read more

80-year-old tech magnate surges to second richest globally

80-year-old tech magnate surges to second richest globally

Larry Ellison, at 80 years old, has made headlines by skyrocketing to the position of the world’s second-richest individual, amassing an astonishing $40 billion in just seven days. His new net worth stands at $250.9 billion, surpassing prominent tech billionaires Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg. As reported by Fortune Magazine, Ellison is the co-founder and … Read more

Tribute to 11th PM Shaheed Benazir Bhutto on her 72nd birthday

Tribute to the 11th PM Shaheed Benazir Bhutto on her 72nd birthday

Karachi: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) is honoring the 72nd birth anniversary of Benazir Bhutto, the trailblazing first female Prime Minister of the Islamic world, whose legacy continues to inspire millions across Pakistan and beyond. On the eve of her birth anniversary, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari paid heartfelt tribute to his mother, describing her … Read more

Iran shakes Israel again, military facilities, air bases and defence industries destroyed

Iran shakes Israel again, military facilities, air bases and defense industries destroyed

Tehran: Iran has entered its ninth consecutive day of missile strikes, marking the eighteenth wave of attacks aimed at Israel. The assaults have destroyed Israeli military facilities, air bases, defence industries, and command and control centers. According to Iranian media, Israel targeted a nuclear site in Isfahan; however, no reports of dangerous material leakage have … Read more

Dozens of aid seekers among 82 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza

Dozens of aid seekers among 82 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza

Gaza: Israeli military strikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 82 Palestinians across Gaza. At least 82 Palestinians have been killed across Gaza in recent Israeli military operations, including dozens of aid seekers waiting for humanitarian assistance, according to hospital sources. The attacks occurred on Friday in central, southern, and Gaza City regions, … Read more

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil freed after US court order

Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil freed after US court order

Washington: Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil was released from detention in New Jersey after a federal judge ordered his immediate bail on Friday. The ruling by District Court Judge Michael Farbiarz comes amid ongoing legal challenges to Khalil’s detention and efforts to prevent his deportation. The judge rejected a government motion to temporarily halt his release … Read more

Smartphone users turning off alerts, study finds

Smartphone users turning off news alerts, study finds

Web Desk: A new global survey reveals that many smartphone users are increasingly disabling news notifications, citing notification fatigue as a primary reason. According to the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, 79% of respondents typically do not receive news alerts in a given week. Among these, 43% have actively turned off such notifications … Read more

PM instructs to increase PNS fleet, aims to save $4bn annually

PM instructs to increase PNS fleet, aims to save $4bn annually

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif  directed the relevant authorities to prepare a business plan for Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC). Chairing a high-level meeting regarding matters related to PNSC here, the prime minister directed to acquire ships on lease to expand the PNSC fleet. Prime Minister emphasized that approximately $400 million in valuable foreign exchange … Read more

Power play: Babar beats Fakhar in bat speed

Power Play: Babar Beats Fakhar in Bat Speed

Karachi: Former Pakistan captain and currently out-of-form batter Babar Azam outshone aggressive opener Fakhar Zaman in a unique power-hitting challenge held during the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) skills camp. This unexpected head-to-head battle showcased the power and speed behind the bats of two of Pakistan’s top cricketers. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) released a video … Read more

Major update on used vehicle imports in Pakistan

Major update on used vehicle imports in Pakistan

Islamabad : Pakistan is set to revise its vehicle import policies, with significant changes announced by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. During a Senate Finance Committee meeting chaired by Saleem Mandviwala, the minister revealed that the commercial import of vehicles up to five years old will be permitted starting September 2025, subject to a 40% import … Read more

Transgender athlete Anaya Bangar makes historic move for cricket equality

Transgender athlete Anaya Bangar makes historic move for cricket equality

In a groundbreaking move, 23-year-old Anaya Bangar, the daughter of former Indian cricketer and coach Sanjay Bangar, has officially appealed to the BCCI and ICC for the inclusion of transgender players in women’s cricket. Her powerful plea comes after completing gender affirmation, backed by scientific data she believes proves her eligibility. Anaya, who transitioned from … Read more

Scientists reconstruct 10,500-year-old woman’s face using DNA technology

Scientists reconstruct 10,500-year-old woman’s face using DNA technology

Belgium:  Scientists reconstructed the face of a prehistoric Belgian woman who lived in the Meuse Valley around 10,500 years ago. In Belgium, scientists have recreated the face of a woman from ancient remains dating back approximately 10,500 years, using ancient DNA analysis. This discovery has provided valuable insights into the genetics of early Europeans. The … Read more

Trump extends TikTok sale deadline by 90 days

Trump extends TikTok sale deadline by 90 days

Washington: President Donald Trump has announced a further 90-day delay in enforcing the law requiring TikTok’s sale in United States. The law, driven by fears that the Chinese-owned app could compromise US data, mandates that ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, sell its US operations or face a ban. However, TikTok has consistently denied allegations of data … Read more

Rising Iran-Israel tensions disrupt maritime trade routes

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Web Desk: Recent tensions caused by the Iran-Israel conflict, international shipping severely affected. According to the  sources in international shipping based in Athens, insurance companies imposed war risk premiums on ships passing through the Red Sea after attacks by Yemeni Houthi rebels targeting vessels heading to Israel. Due to the ongoing conflict between Iran and … Read more

iPhone 17, a new slim Air blockbuster

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Web Desk: Apple prepares an exciting release for its users upcoming iPhone 17 “Air,” a sleek, slimmer version of the company’s flagship device designed to replace the iPhone Plus lineup. According to the reports from Bloomberg, the iPhone Air is expected to feature a 6.6-inch display—slightly smaller than the iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 … Read more

Light drizzle reported in various parts of City

Light drizzle reported in various parts of City

KARACHI: The light rain was recorded in several areas of the city on Thursday, bringing a noticeable drop in temperature and providing much-needed relief from the recent heat. The drizzle contributed to a pleasant and refreshing atmosphere, with residents welcoming the change in weather conditions. According Pakistan Meteorological Department(PMD) light drizzle reported that several areas … Read more

Pakistan stuns Chinese Taipei in epic volleyball clash

Asian Volleyball Showdown Pakistan and china

Islamabad: Pakistan staged a thrilling comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Chinese Taipei in their final Group C match at the AVC Men’s Volleyball Nations Cup. Pakistan’s national volleyball team has secured a breathtaking 3-2 victory over Chinese Taipei in a sensational match at the Asian Volleyball Nations Cup! This hard-fought win ensures Pakistan … Read more

Air India reduces international flights by 15% after Ahmedabad plane crash

Air India reduces international flights by 15% after Ahmedabad plane crash

New Delhi: In the wake of the tragic Ahmedabad accident involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Air India has announced a temporary reduction of 15% in its international wide-body flight schedule. The incident, involving Flight AI171 on June 12, resulted in the loss of 241 lives—the first fatal crash involving a Boeing 787 worldwide. Aircraft was … Read more

Israeli journalists scramble live on air as siren wailed during Iran’s attack

Just Sirens and Israel Ran? Live TV show abandoned in panic

Tel Aviv:  As the siren sounded in Israel, the anchors and guests live on TV abruptly left the broadcast and hurriedly ran away. In a startling turn of events, a live debate on Israeli News Channel 14 was dramatically cut short as air raid sirens suddenly blared across the country. The unsettling sound, signaling incoming … Read more

Island where the world’s first AI-run government established

Island where the world's first AI-run government established

In this revolutionary era of new technology, an astonishing experiment has emerged where the world’s first fully AI-based government has been established. Off the coast of the Philippines, amidst the azure waters and lush rainforests, lies Sensee Island—formerly Cheron Island—now transformed into a groundbreaking political experiment. Owned and operated by the innovative tech company Sensee, … Read more

Satellite images show US military aircrafts disappear from Qatar base

Satellite images show US military aircrafts disappear from Qatar base

Washington: Satellite imagery indicates a notable reduction in US military aircraft at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, suggesting a strategic repositioning amid escalating regional hostilities. Between June 5 and June 19, satellite photos from Planet Labs PBC reveal that the once-bustling airbase, a central hub for US operations in the Middle East, has seen … Read more

Iran appoints General Majid Khadami as new Chief for IRGC

Iran appoints new Intelligence Chief for Revolutionary Guards

Tehran: Iran announced the appointment of Brigadier General Majid Khadami as the new head of intelligence for the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). After the recent killing of his predecessor in an Israeli airstrike. The official IRNA news agency reported that Major General Mohammad Pakpour made the appointment. Khadami steps into the role after Mohammed … Read more

Game-Changer: Pakistan Stars Join SRK’s CPL Team

Game-Changer: Pakistan Stars Join SRK’s CPL Team

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, a prominent owner of T20 cricket franchises globally, has once again made waves in the cricketing world. His Caribbean Premier League (CPL) team, Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR), recently signed two Pakistani cricketers in the 2025 draft. This exciting news has delighted Pakistani fans eager to see their favorite players back … Read more

Veteran Pakistani actress Ayesha Khan passes away

Was It Suicide or Something More? Ayesha Khan Case Opens

Karachi: Pakistani television industry mourns the loss of veteran actress Ayesha Khan, who was found deceased in her Karachi residence at the age of 77. According to the police officials in Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 7, her body was discovered after approximately a week, following neighbors’ reports of a strong odor emanating from her apartment. It was … Read more