Bangkok: Thailand’s newly-appointed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has announced plans to hold a national referendum on whether to revoke a longstanding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Cambodia, in a bid to ease rising tensions along the disputed border. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Anutin said the move aims to “avoid further conflict” following … Read more
Vietnam: At least 12 people have been confirmed dead and 17 others remain missing after Typhoon Bualoi made landfall in Vietnam early Monday morning, unleashing torrential rain, powerful winds, and widespread destruction across several provinces, state media reported. The typhoon struck just after midnight, battering the coastline with wind gusts and waves as high as … Read more
New Delhi: Indian opposition party Congress has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for politicizing India’s recent Asia Cup cricket victory, accusing him of turning a sporting event into a tool for war propaganda. Congress leader Atul Patel questioned Modi’s understanding of diplomacy and foreign policy, stating, “If it was a match, it should have … Read more
Iran has executed Bahman Choobiasl, described by Iranian authorities as “one of the most important spies for Israel in Iran,” according to the judiciary-affiliated Mizan news agency. His hanging marks the 10th execution linked to alleged espionage since the brief but intense 12-day war between Iran, Israel, and the United States in June. Choobiasl was … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday voiced optimism that recent discussions between US President Donald Trump and leaders of Muslim countries on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) would lead to meaningful progress toward resolving the Gaza crisis. Addressing overseas Pakistanis at the Pakistan High Commission in London, the prime minister said … Read more
Chaos and bloodshed swept through a Grand Blanc Township church Sunday morning in Michigan has left four people dead and at least eight others injured after a man rammed a vehicle into the building, sparking a fire, and opened fire on attendees. Hundreds were present during the service when chaos unfolded. The suspect, identified as … Read more
Lahore: Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, has issued a sharp response to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent tweet, stating that “History has already recorded India’s humiliating defeats at the hands of Pakistan.” In a strongly worded statement, Naqvi said, “No cricket match can erase this undeniable reality.” He added that dragging … Read more
The Indian cricket team stirred fresh debate on Sunday by refusing to receive the Asia Cup trophy directly from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi. The incident took place despite Naqvi being the official head of the ACC, underscoring the Indian team’s defiant attitude apparently influenced by the Board of Control for Cricket in … Read more
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Saturday sharply criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a “killer” who was left addressing empty seats at the United Nations Security Council. Speaking at the Bosphorus Diplomacy Forum, Erdoğan accused Netanyahu of leading a “genocide network” and failing to find an audience for his “lies and threats” at … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, Chairman of the Pakistan-China Institute, today launched a comprehensive think tank report analyzing the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Agreement, signed on September 17, 2025. At a press event in Islamabad, he hailed the pact as the “first Muslim Defence Pact” and a “plus for Pakistan’s new Middle East role”, marking a … Read more
Three children killed and five injured in Laghari area of Bajaur when explosive material left behind by extremist militants detonated. The children were playing with the explosive devices abandoned by the terrorists when the blast took place. Prompt action by the Pakistan Army resulted in the injured children being airlifted to Peshawar via helicopter. The … Read more
Dubai: Pakistan and India set to take place at Dubai International Cricket Stadium today in Asia Cup final, Dubai Police have finalized comprehensive security preparations and issued strict guidelines to ensure the safety of all spectators. In an advisory released in Urdu to assist the large number of South Asian cricket fans, authorities have urged … Read more
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with top Democratic and Republican leaders in Congress on Monday to discuss government funding as the September 30 deadline approaches to prevent a government shutdown, a White House official confirmed Saturday. The meeting marks a significant step forward after Trump had previously canceled a planned session with House … Read more
New York : In a sharp rebuttal at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Pakistan firmly rejected India’s accusations of terrorism sponsorship, labeling India not only as a “serial perpetrator of terrorism” but also as a “regional bully” that threatens peace and stability in South Asia. Speaking in exercise of Pakistan’s right of reply, Second … Read more
New York: San Marino officially recognized Palestine at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly on Saturday. Before the assembly session address Foreign Minister Luca Beccari, said “Today we announce the fulfillment of that mandate: San Marino officially recognizes the State of Palestine,”. The hall rang out with applause as San Marino joined the … Read more
Gaza: At least 91 Palestinians were killed on Saturday as Israeli air and ground assaults intensified across the Gaza Strip, with more than 45 fatalities reported in Gaza City alone, according to the local authorities. Despite repeated Israeli military advisories urging civilians to evacuate to central and southern Gaza for their safety, Gaza’s Government Media … Read more
New York: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to address the United Nations General Assembly today. According to international media reports, Arab and Muslim countries have decided to boycott Netanyahu’s speech in protest. Delegates from these countries are expected to walk out of the assembly hall during his address. The boycott comes in response … Read more
SRINAGAR: Violent protests erupted in India-held Ladakh, leaving at least five people dead and several injured as demonstrators clashed with police while demanding autonomy and job reservations for local residents, according to official sources. The unrest follows the region’s loss of autonomy in 2019 when the Indian government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, revoked … Read more
On Thursday, FIFA officially presented three vibrant characters that will become the symbols of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. For the first time in history, the tournament will be held across three countries — the USA, Canada, and Mexico — and each of them is represented in the new mascots. Canada will be represented by … Read more
According to sources, Pakistani cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan appeared in ICC after a complaint was filed regarding their celebration style. The case was heard by ICC Match Referee Richie Richardson, sources said. Team manager Nadeem Akram Cheema was also present to assist the players during the proceedings. The BCCI has filed an official … Read more
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his happiness over the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) crossing the historic milestone of 160,000 points in the KSE-100 Index. In a statement, the Prime Minister said that by the grace of Allah Almighty, and through the hard work of the business community and the government, the stock market … Read more
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that starting October 1, a 100% import tariff will be imposed on all branded and patented pharmaceutical products. According to a statement released by the Trump administration, the new tariff will apply to pharmaceutical companies that do not already have a manufacturing plant in the U.S. or have … Read more
Muzaffarabad: As a September 29 shutdown looms, the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government and a civil society alliance have begun urgent negotiations over a charter of demands raised by the alliance. The civil society group, led by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKAAC), has threatened a statewide lockdown. Their core grievances include … Read more
Washington: The United States government has pledged to oppose any efforts to bar Israel from participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, amid mounting international calls for sporting sanctions in response to allegations of genocide in Gaza. A U.S. State Department spokesperson, speaking to multiple media outlets on Thursday, stated: “We will absolutely work to … Read more
Lahore: Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, visited Punjab University, Lahore, where he received a warm welcome from students and university administration. During his visit, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry held a special interactive session with students, answering their questions and engaging in candid discussions. The students expressed their … Read more
Lahore: The Punjab government has approved a new admission policy for public and private medical and dental colleges across the province. The decision was made during a high-level meeting chaired by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. Several key decisions regarding the provincial health sector were finalized during the session. As per the new policy, passing … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has received the official green light to resume direct flights to the United Kingdom, nearly after five years of suspended operations. According to a PIA spokesperson, the airline has secured Third Country Operator (TCO) approval from UK authorities, paving the way for the relaunch of direct services. In the first … Read more
New York: U.S. President Donald Trump has declared he will not support Israel’s annexation of the occupied West Bank, directly challenging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and key figures in his ultranationalist government who have been advocating for such a move. Trump’s unexpected statement came during a press briefing on Thursday, just one day before … Read more
