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What drives Israeli policy? Regional Power, Security, and Global Influence

What drives Israeli policy? Regional Power, Security, and Global Influence

The occurrences on October 7, 2023, marked a significant turning point, leading Israel’s right-wing government to pursue a strategy focused on the total eradication of the Palestinian question. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s administration initiated extensive military operations in Gaza, citing national security and the attacks by Hamas as justification. The true aim of this military … Read more

Israeli defence minister threatens to assassinate Iran’s supreme leader

Israeli defence minister threatens to assassinate Iran’s supreme leader

Istanbul: Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz threatened Sunday to renew attacks on Iran and assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. “I want to send a clear message from here to dictator Khamenei: If you continue to threaten Israel, our long arm will reach Tehran again with even greater power – and this time personally to … Read more

Mehwish Hayat locks screen again by her looks in drama serial ‘Dayan’

Mehwish Hayat locks the screen again by her looks in drama serial ‘Daiyan’

Pakistani actress Mehwish Hayat has made a stunning return to television with her captivating performance and looks in the highly acclaimed drama serial ‘Dayan,’ produced by Abdullah Kadwani and Asad Qureshi. Mehwish’s role in ‘Dayan’ marks a notable comeback to television after a seven-year hiatus since her appearance in “Dil Lagi” (2016). Director Siraj-ul-Haq has … Read more

UK PM Keir Starmer to press Trump on Gaza ceasefire, trade during Turnberry talks

UK PM Keir Starmer to press Trump on Gaza ceasefire, trade during Turnberry talks

TURNBERRY, Britain: The meeting will take place at US president’s golf resort in Scotland on regards of Gaza crisis and also on trade talks. The talks will come a day after the US and the European Union reached a landmark deal to end a transatlantic standoff over tariffs and avert a full-blown trade war. It … Read more

Govt to review sugar price enforcement measures today

Govt to review sugar price enforcement measures today

Lahore: Today, the federal government holds an important meeting to assess the execution of its sugar pricing pact with the Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA), as open market sugar prices keep rising—hitting Rs190 per kg. The meeting will chair by Federal Minister for Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain, unites essential participants such as the Secretary … Read more

Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and condemns violence in Gaza

Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and condemns violence in Gaza

Vatican City: Pope Leo XIV utilized his address on Sunday, to call for peace. Specifically, the pope referenced the disputes involving Thailand and Cambodia, along with Gaza. “I am watching with profound worry the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where the civilian population is being devastated by starvation and remains under threat from violence and … Read more

WHO condemns worsening malnutrition crisis in Gaza

WHO condemns worsening malnutrition crisis in Gaza

The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed serious concern over the growing malnutrition crisis in Gaza, especially in Gaza City, where the most affected area. In a recent statement, WHO said Gaza is facing a dangerous malnutrition situation, due to the lack of food the death rate is increasing rapidly especially in children’s and in … Read more

Another powerful spell of rain in Punjab ready, threat of land sliding in Murree and Galyat

Another powerful spell of rain in Punjab ready, threat of land sliding in Murree and Galyat

Lahore: Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued a fresh alert for another powerful spell of monsoon across the Punjab, land sliding also reported in Murree and Galyat. According to the spokesman of PDMA Punjab, another spell of monsoon rains will start from July 28, with rainfall is expected in most districts of Punjab … Read more

China gains ground in Africa as U.S. enforce tariffs and cuts support

China gains ground in Africa as U.S. enforce tariffs and cuts support

China is gaining influence across Africa, outshining the United States through its expansive trade policies and consistent economic engagement, according to analysts. This shift follows China’s recent decision to grant duty-free access to all taxable goods from 53 African nations—excluding only eSwatini—drawing a sharp contrast with Washington’s increasingly restrictive approach. While Beijing expands trade ties, … Read more

New school timings announced across Sindh

New school timings announced across Sindh

Karachi: As summer vacations come to an end, the Sindh School Education & Literacy Department has announced new school and college timings across the province. The revised schedule will take effect from August 1, 2025, right after institutions reopen on July 31. The new school timings will be effective from August 1, 2025, as educational … Read more

Tiny Ingredients with Big Impact: Sesame Seeds

Tiny Ingredients with Big Impact: Sesame Seeds

Small in size but mighty in impact, sesame seeds have earned their place as a kitchen essential across many cultures. That harvested from Sesamum indicum plant. Sesame seeds are used in countries across the globe, with significant consumption and import occurring in Asia-Pacific countries like China, Japan, and Korea, as well as in countries like … Read more

Sofía Vergara undergoes second knee surgery: “Round 2”

Sofía Vergara undergoes second knee surgery: “Round 2”

The Modern Family star revealed via Instagram on Friday that she recently underwent her second knee surgery, more than a year after her first. The post featured two images: one of Vergara smiling in a hospital robe, and another showing her knee in a large grey brace and bandage. “It’s done! Round 2,” she captioned … Read more

Britain, France, and Germany demands for immediate end to Gaza humanitarian crisis

Britain, France, and Germany demands for immediate end to Gaza humanitarian crisis

On Friday, the leaders of Britain, France, and Germany issued a strong joint appeal for an immediate end to what they described as a worsening humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza strip. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on Israel to lift aid restrictions and allow humanitarian … Read more

PSX ends on a bullish note, weekly report

PSX ends on a bullish note, weekly report

Karachi: The Pakistan stock exchange experienced with a positive note during weekly trading with the gaining of 611 points in 100 bench mark. The weeks start with 138,597 points and ends up on 139,207 points, crossing the psychological threshold of 139,200. Despite witnessing three bearish sessions out of five trading days, the market managed to … Read more

Terrorist behind Hangu DPO attack, killed in operation

Terrorist behind Hangu DPO attack, killed in operation

Peshawar: After attack on DPO Khalid Mahmood in a militant attack a key terrorist killed in a operation during police operation in the Naryab area of Hangu, the terrorist was involved in the attack of DPO. According to the police source, the operation was launched on intelligence based report on the brief exchange of fire, … Read more

Death toll raises in Thailand-Cambodia clash, 32 hit and 130 injured

Death toll raises in Thailand-Cambodia clash, 32 hit and 130 injured

More 12 people killed in ongoing clash between Thailand and Cambodia over boarder dispute. The both side death toll is standing on the total count of 32. According to the Cambodian officials another 12 individuals killed between dispute of two nation on boarder dispute. The latest casualties have intensified concerns that the dispute could escalate … Read more

Pakistan-US terrorism dialogues set for August in Islamabad, US State Department

Pakistan-US terrorism dialogues set for August in Islamabad, US State Department

Washington: The US state department has announced the meeting between Pakistan and US is set to take place in Islamabad in August. During the meeting Foreign Secretary Marco Rubio praised Pakistan’s constructive regional initiatives, including its facilitation of infrastructure cooperation with Iran. Foreign Secretary has also highlighted Pakistan’s pivotal role in promoting regional stability and … Read more

NASA plans new communication network for Moon andMars, seeks proposals from U.S. companies

NASA plans new communication network for Moon andMars, seeks proposals from U.S. companies

NASA has officially invited proposals from American companies to help develop a new high-bandwidth, highly reliable communication and navigation system to ensure seamless connectivity between the Moon, Mars, and Earth-based stations. On July 7, NASA issued a formal request for proposals (RFP) aimed at building infrastructure to support timely communication and navigation for future lunar … Read more

Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to meet today for moon sighting of Safar 1447 AH

Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to meet today for moon sighting of Safar 1447 AH

Islamabad: The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet today (Friday) to sight the moon of the Islamic month of Safar al-Muzaffar 1447 Hijri. According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the meeting will be chaired by Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad and will take place at the central office of the Ministry in Islamabad. Other … Read more

DPM Dar meets U.S. diplomat Rubio in Washington for high-level talks

DPM Dar meets U.S. diplomat Rubio in Washington for high-level talks

Washington: Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meet Pakistan’s standard time at 8pm, Dar will address 11 Atlantic Council at night according to Pakistan’s standard time. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Washington, DC on Thursday night, marking the second leg of his eight-day visit to … Read more

Army Chief’s official visit to People’s Republic of China

Army Chief's official visit to People's Republic of China

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir undertook an important visit to China, where he held high-level meetings with senior Chinese political and military leadership, reaffirming the long-standing strategic partnership between Pakistan and China. During his visit to Beijing, Field Marshal Asim Munir met with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and Foreign … Read more

Gaza death toll rises in Gaza: Canada condemns on Israel’s actions

Gaza death toll rises in Gaza: Canada condemns on Israel’s actions

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s actions in the region, calling for respect for the territorial integrity of Gaza and the West Bank. According to the Foreign Media, he said, Israel’s denial of humanitarian aid to Gaza is a “violation of international law”. Israel should respect the West Bank and … Read more

PM Shehbaz meets EU ambassador for farewell talk

PM Shehbaz meets EU ambassador for farewell talk

Islamabad: EU Ambassador Dr Riina Kionka paid a farewell visit to PM Shehbaz Sharif this morning at PM House. Congratulating the EU Ambassador on successfully completing her tenure in Pakistan, the Prime Minister thanked her for her significant role in strengthening Pakistan-EU relations. He appreciated her efforts in ensuring EU assistance during the 2022 floods … Read more

Enemy will always face disappointment on our national unity and solidarity, says DG ISPR

Enemy will always face disappointment on our national unity and solidarity, says DG ISPR

Rawalpindi: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, stated that our enemies will always be disappointed in their malicious objectives because of our national unity and cohesion.

Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry, participated in a special session with representatives of various religions and youth in Lahore, where he was warmly welcomed by the participants.

On this occasion, the DG ISPR called the success of Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos against India a collective achievement of the entire nation.

The nation stands like a steel wall against any adversity or enemy, uniting without religious discrimination, and achieving victory. People living in Pakistan are united in history, national mission, and patriotism, says ISPR spokesperson

He added that Pakistan is a peaceful and progressive country, and interfaith harmony is the foundation of our national strength. The role of youth is crucial for a bright future of the homeland.

Students praised the Pakistani armed forces for their victory in Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos.

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Battle for Preah Vihear Temple between Thailand and Cambodia

Tension rises over on century old clash "Preah Vihear Temple", more than 15 killed

A deadly clash between Thailand and Cambodia, simmering for several days, escalated into a deadly confrontation on Yesterday (Thursday), resulting the death of more than 15 people in which most of are civilians, according to Al-Jazeera The tensions allegedly began after a firing incident on the border, and now the two countries are accused of … Read more

Dar calls to enhanced UN-OIC partnership for global challenges

Dar calls to enhanced UN-OIC partnership for global challenges

UNITED NATIONS: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar emphasized the importance of strengthened collaboration between the United Nations and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Dar highlighted that such partnership is vital for advancing global peace, combating increasing religious intolerance, and safeguarding the rights of oppressesd communities worldwide. Speaking in his capacity … Read more

Opposition alliance announced all parties conference

Opposition alliance announced all parties conference

Islamabad: The Opposition Alliance has decided to convene an All Parties Conference in Islamabad. Mahmood Khan Achakzai, the head of the Tehreek -e -Tahafuz, announced at a press conference on Thursday that the opposition had decided to convene an All Parties Conference in Islamabad on July 31. Mahmood Khan Achakzai has said that public representation … Read more

S&P Global upgrades Pakistan’s credit rating to’B, Outlook stable

S&P Global upgrades Pakistan's credit rating to'B, Outlook stable

S&P Global raised Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating to ‘B’from ‘CCC+’and placed it on a ‘stable’outlook on Thursday, saying the country’s finances and reserves had been stabilised by International Monetary Fund support. “The stable outlook reflects our expectations that continued economic recovery and government efforts to enhance revenue will stabilize fiscal and debt metrics,” ratings agency … Read more