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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visits Tianjin University

August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Beijing: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Tianjin University during his official visit to China. At the university, he delivered an address to the faculty and students and also met with Pakistani students currently studying there.

The Prime Minister was given a detailed briefing about the university. He began his speech with a recitation from the Holy Quran and expressed that being present at Tianjin University was a matter of great pride for him.

Recalling his previous visit in 2017, he said that Tianjin University is one of the finest institutions of knowledge and wisdom. He praised the university for producing outstanding scientists and thinkers who have played a significant role in China’s development.

He shared that over 200 Pakistani students are currently enrolled at Tianjin University and expressed hope that they would benefit from the modern education being imparted there. He emphasized that these students are ambassadors of Pakistan and urged them to contribute to the country’s progress after completing their education.

Highlighting the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and China, the Prime Minister said that the bond is based on mutual trust, respect, and sincere affection. He added that this friendship has withstood every test of time.

He remarked that Pakistan and China have always supported each other in difficult times, and their ties are as ancient as the historic Silk Road. Culturally and historically, the two nations are closely connected, he added.

The Prime Minister also noted that Pakistan was the first Muslim country to recognize the People’s Republic of China. He mentioned that the first international flight to Beijing departed from Karachi 60 years ago.

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Modi, Putin, and other world leaders gather in China for largest-ever SCO Summit

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

China: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are among twenty world leaders arriving in the Chinese port city of Tianjin for the annual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, marking the largest gathering in the bloc’s history. This year’s summit carries symbolic weight but also arrives at a moment of heightened geopolitical … Read more

NCCIA summons top YouTubers in online gambling scam probe

August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

LAHORE: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has summoned several high-profile YouTubers and social media influencers in connection with a major financial scam involving illegal online trading and gambling platforms.

Those summoned include Mudassar Hassan, Muhammad Anas Ali, Iqra Kanwal, and Muhammad Husnain Shah, all of whom have been ordered to appear in person at the NCCIA Lahore office on September 2, 2025.

According to investigators, the influencers played a key role in promoting unregulated betting and trading apps—allegedly luring thousands of young Pakistanis into high-risk financial traps under the guise of investment opportunities. Authorities claim the group helped glamorize the platforms through coordinated social media campaigns, misleading followers and legitimizing illegal operations.

The whistleblower-linked investigation centers around a controversial app called World 777, which is reported to have bankrolled large influencer marketing campaigns to aggressively target Pakistani youth. NCCIA officials believe billions of rupees are siphoned out of the country each month through such apps, contributing to a growing shadow economy and increasing financial vulnerability among citizens.

The list of personalities linked to these campaigns continues to grow, with prominent names such as Mathira, Nadir Ali, Aimen Zaman, Varda Malik, Javeria Aurangzeb, Abeera Khan, Faryal Fairy, and Nauman Kazmi also under scrutiny.

In a related case, a Lahore court has extended the physical remand of YouTuber Saadur Rehman (Ducky Bhai) for an additional four days. Arrested on August 16 at Lahore airport, Ducky Bhai is accused of promoting gambling apps such as Binomo, 1xBet, Bet365, and B9 Game. Investigators have retrieved 27 video links from his accounts endorsing these platforms, many of which have since been deleted.

He faces charges under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016, including electronic fraud and forgery, as well as relevant sections of the Pakistan Penal Code. He will remain in custody until at least September 1 as investigations continue.

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U.S. criticized for denying Mahmoud Abbas visa to attend UN as Palestinian statehood set for discussion

August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

The U.S. says it won’t allow Mahmoud Abbas entry to the country, where he was set to attend a gathering of world leaders at the United Nations in New York City, prompting a spokesperson for the Palestinian president to call for the decision to be reversed. Representatives for Canada and several other countries have said … Read more

Nearly 2,200 villages affected, 2 million residents displaced: DG PDMA Report

August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Lahore: The Director General of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Irfan Ali Kathia, has issued a grave warning regarding the severe flood situation across Punjab’s three major rivers. Speaking to the media, he confirmed that the province is currently facing the biggest floods in its history, with the devastating natural disaster having claimed 33 … Read more

DPM Ishaq Dar highlights Pak-China TVET Cooperation during visit to Tianjin Luban

August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, paid a visit to the Luban TVET Exhibition Hall in Tianjin, highlighting the importance of strengthening technical and vocational education and training (TVET) ties between Pakistan and China. He emphasized that such cooperation is a key pillar of sustainable development and regional partnership.

During his visit, Senator Dar met with seven Pakistani students currently undergoing advanced training through the Luban Workshop Initiative. Their participation reflects the growing impact of the program on Pakistan’s youth and its role in developing a skilled workforce.

Senator Dar commended the Luban Workshops as a global benchmark for effective skills transfer and technical education. He described them as a powerful example of China’s commitment to sharing expertise and supporting human capital development in developing countries.

“TVET is vital for empowering our youth, creating jobs, and deepening bilateral ties,” he said, reaffirming Pakistan’s dedication to expanding cooperation in this field, especially under the broader China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework.

Launched in 2016 by educational authorities in Tianjin, the Luban Workshops have evolved into an international initiative, with 36 centers now operating across more than 30 countries. The program focuses on hands-on, high-level technical training designed to close skill gaps in emerging economies.

In Pakistan, the Luban Workshop was established in Lahore in 2018 and has since played a significant role in training local talent in modern industrial technologies.

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Hamas confirms death of its military leader Mohammed Sinwar

August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Cairo: The Palestinian militant group Hamas confirmed on Saturday the death of its Gaza military chief Mohammad Sinwar, a few months after Israel said it killed him in a strike in May. Hamas did not provide details on Sinwar’s death but published pictures of him along with other group leaders, describing them as “martyrs”. Mohammad … Read more

High-level flooding in Punjab rivers: Several cities submerged, educational institutions closed

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Lahore /Sialkot /Shorkot /Sheikhupura : The 2025 Pakistan floods are a series of devastating flash floods. Nearly half a million people have been forced to flee their homes in eastern Pakistan as relentless monsoon rains triggered severe flooding, swelling major rivers and inundating towns and farmlands.

According to a report by the Flood Forecasting Division, several rivers across Punjab are experiencing high-level flooding, submerging multiple villages and prompting the closure of educational institutions in several districts.

At Shahdara, the inflow and outflow of water has been recorded at 90,500 cusecs, indicating a high flood level. The situation worsens further downstream at Balloki, where the flow has surged to 211,395 cusecs.

River Sutlej:
The water flow on Suleimanki has reached on 154,219 cusecs, putting nearby areas at serious risk of flooding and displacement.

River Chenab:
The water level at Qadirabad has risen to 203,862 cusecs, while Trimmu is witnessing a moderate flood with a flow of 230,688 cusecs. Jassar is also facing a moderate flood situation, with 95,580 cusecs recorded.

Rain and Flood Impact:
Heavy rainfall in areas like Haveli Lakha, Hujra Shah Muqeem, and Renala Khurd has led to the submergence of low-lying regions. In Shorkot, floodwaters have entered several nearby villages including Kharanwala, Obhan, Khaki Lakhi, and Bandi Kamalana. Government Elementary School Kharanwala is also inundated. Additionally, power supply has been disrupted in various locations such as Jasowali, Dabklan, and Kukowala.

Closure of Educational Institutions:
Due to the worsening flood situation of 2025 Pakistan flood, all educational institutions in Sialkot will remain closed until September 5. In Sheikhupura, schools have been closed until further notice. Educational activities have also been suspended in Sharaqpur, Muridke, and Safdarabad.

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Another flood wave from India set to enter in Pakistan, high alert issued

August 29, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Lahore: Another high alert has been issued by the Flood Forecasting Division in Punjab as another powerful flood wave, originating from India, is expected to enter Pakistan this evening. The floodwaters are forecasted to reach Head Trimmu on the River Chenab, where a “very high flood” level is anticipated. The situation is expected to worsen … Read more

Severe flooding hits Punjab: Thousands affected as rivers overflow

August 29, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Lahore/Punjab: A high-level flood has been recorded at Ganda Singh Wala on the Sutlej River, where water flow has surged past 261,000 cusecs, according to the Flood Warning Center. In Lahore, rising water levels have submerged multiple areas including Chuhang, Mohlanwal, Rangeelpur, and Sundar. Floodwaters have entered homes and farmland, impacting thousands of acres. In … Read more

Pakistan among most affected countries by climate change, PM Shehbaz Sharif

August 28, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that, after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan, the province of Punjab is now also facing severe flooding and high levels of water, prompting a full-scale response from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), rescue agencies, and other relevant departments. In a statement, the Prime Minister praised the timely response … Read more

Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin to attend China’s 80th WWII victory parade

August 28, 2025 by Yumna Asif

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin will join world leaders at China’s upcoming military parade in Beijing, commemorating 80 years since the end of World War II. The “Victory Day” parade, announced by China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will take place next week in Tiananmen Square. It will feature thousands … Read more

Israel destroys Southern Zeitoun in Gaza city as civilian death toll mounts

August 28, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Gaza City: The Israeli military has demolished every building in the southern part of the Zeitoun neighborhood in Gaza City. According to Gaza’s Civil Defence. Over 1,500 homes were destroyed during an intensified ground offensive launched earlier this month. At least seven Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes overnight and into the morning, including a … Read more

Flood water expected to pass from Sindh on September 3 and 4: Provincial Government

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Karachi: The Sindh government has issued a warning of a potential high-level flood in the Indus River due to the ongoing flood situation in Punjab.

According to the Sindh Irrigation Department, an inflow of 630,000 cusecs of water is expected at Guddu Barrage on September 3, and 560,000 cusecs at Sukkur Barrage on September 4.

In light of the flood conditions in Punjab, the Sindh government has appointed provincial ministers as focal persons to monitor and assess possible risks in districts located along the Indus River. These ministers will be responsible for overseeing both the right and left embankments of the river in their respective regions.

From Guddu to Sukkur, Provincial Minister Mukesh Kumar Chawla will be the focal person for the right embankment, while Sardar Muhammad Bakhsh Mahar will oversee the left embankment.

From Sukkur to Kotri, Jam Ikramullah Dharejo will supervise the right embankment, and Nasir Hussain Shah will handle the left side. Below the Kotri Barrage, Riaz Hussain Shah Sherazi has been appointed for the right embankment and Muhammad Ali Malkani for the left embankment.

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PTA initiates strict oversight and investigation of foreign E-commerce platforms Temu and Shein

August 28, 2025 by Yumna Asif

Islamabad: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has launched an investigation into foreign e-commerce platforms Temu and Shein.

This action follows a formal letter from the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP), which raised serious concerns regarding consumer protection, market regulations, and potential violations of applicable laws.

The CCP’s letter highlighted multiple complaints against Temu, including the sale of counterfeit or recycled products, absence of cash-on-delivery options, and lack of local return facilities. These issues have also caused financial harm to local online sellers.

While complaints against Shein have been fewer, the PTA has initiated a preliminary inquiry and will consult with relevant authorities in the coming days to decide whether to impose legal or technical restrictions.

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