Washington, D.C. – In a series of provocative tweets, former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked fresh controversy by making bold statements about Iran’s leadership. Trump stated that while the United States knows the exact location of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, there are currently no plans to target him. “For now, we are … Read more
The United States has deployed a powerful warship from the South China Sea to the Middle East amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. The move has triggered global concern and drawn a strong response from China. According to reports, the warship equipped with 12 F-22 Raptors and F-35 fighter jets left its position 36 … Read more
Islamabad: The Directorate of Municipal Administration (DMA) has officially terminated its agreement with AJCL, the private company hired to digitize Islamabad’s parking system, citing repeated violations, financial irregularities, and negligence that compromised public safety and caused revenue losses. Investigations revealed that AJCL had failed to fulfill key obligations under the contract. The company did not … Read more
Islamabad has firmly rejected circulating claims about the closure of the Pakistan-Iran border, calling them false and part of a coordinated disinformation campaign. The rumors, primarily spread by Afghan-linked and Indian social media accounts, have been dismissed by Pakistani authorities, who confirmed that the border remains open and operational. The misleading reports, which gained traction … Read more
Karachi: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has reported that the sea breeze has partially returned to Karachi, bringing some relief from the intense heat. As of now, the temperature in the city is recorded at 33°C, but it feels like 37°C due to high humidity. The humidity level in the air has reached 59%, contributing to … Read more
Quetta: The Government of Balochistan has unveiled a Rs. 1,280 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025–26, highlighting its commitment to education, healthcare, infrastructure, youth empowerment, environmental protection, and public welfare. The budget was presented by Provincial Finance Minister Shoaib Nosherwani, who described it as a balanced and development-driven financial plan. No New Taxes, Rs. … Read more
Karachi: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif, visited Jinnah University for Women in Karachi, where he received an enthusiastic and warm welcome from the university administration and students. During his address, the DG ISPR shed light on the Pakistan Army’s strategic efforts and sacrifices in “Operation Baniyan Mersous,” explaining how … Read more
Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued a strong warning to the United States, saying it must respect the world, or it will learn a lesson. The same one that all fading empires have eventually faced. In a message posted on X (formerly Twitter), President Xi highlighted the rise and fall of past global powers … Read more
Karachi: The Italian Navy’s warship “ITS Antonio Marceglia” has arrived at Karachi Port for a three-day goodwill visit, according to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Officers of the Pakistan Navy and the Italian Ambassador to Pakistan warmly welcomed the arrival of the ship. The visit aims to strengthen naval cooperation between Pakistan … Read more
RAWALPINDI: Deputy Chairman Development Control Committee and Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza conferred civil awards to the eminent scientists and engineers working under National Command Authority for their meritorious services. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), these awards were conferred on behalf of the President of Pakistan at the … Read more
KARACHI: The 1295th annual Urs (death anniversary) of Sufi saint Hazrat Abdullah Shah Ghazi (RA) officially commenced today with Acting Sindh Governor Syed Owais Qadir Shah laying a traditional chaddar (sheet) at the shrine. The inaugural ceremony was held at the saint’s mausoleum. During the event, Syed Owais Qadir Shah offered prayers and supplicated for … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistani baseball player Lance Khan has tragically passed away following a traffic accident in Houston. The news was confirmed by the President of the Pakistan Baseball Federation. President of the Baseball Federation Fakhar Shah, stated that he had represented Pakistan playing one match in the 2023 Lincoln Cup. Lance Khan was an outfielder for … Read more
TORONTO: The Iranian community in Canada gathered outside Toronto city hall to demand an immediate ceasefire between Iran and Israel. The protesters expressed deep concern over the ongoing violence, sharing fears for loved ones back in Iran emphasizing the widespread desire for peace among the Iranian people. The recent escalation began last Friday when Israel … Read more
CAIRO/GAZA: Israeli tank shelling killed at least 51 Palestinians, as they awaited aid trucks in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, the territory’s health ministry said, adding that dozens of others were wounded. According to the Gaza residents, Israeli tanks fired shells at crowds of desperate Palestinians awaiting aid trucks along the main eastern … Read more
GWADAR: A 35-foot-long blue whale has been found dead in the Arabian Sea near the Gwadar region, raising concern among marine experts and conservationists. According to the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), local fisherman Ahmed Baloch spotted the whale near Kuntani, close to the Pakistan-Iran maritime boundary in Gwater Bay. The cause of death … Read more
QUETTA: Balochistan is set to present its budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 today, with total expenditures anticipated to surpass Rs1 trillion. Similar to the current fiscal year, the upcoming budget is projected to be a surplus. Under the current arrangements of the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, Balochistan is expected to receive Rs743 billion … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif led a high-level meeting to discuss the upgradation of Pakistan Railways and its extension to RekoDiq. The session focused on modernizing the railway network to meet future cargo and transportation demands, including the upgradation of ML-1 and ML-3 routes. The Prime Minister issued a directive to ensure that RekoDiq … Read more
Background The Global Development Initiative (GDI), championed by China, seeks to accelerate progress toward the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through partnerships in eight priority areas, including climate resilience, poverty alleviation, digital development, and green growth. With deep strategic ties between Pakistan and China, including cooperation under CPEC, Pakistan is well-positioned to integrate GDI into … Read more
KARACHI: Renowned Pakistani film star Babar Ali has drawn public attention with a heartfelt piece of advice directed at parents raising daughters. Babar Ali, known for his hard work and self-made success, has long been considered one of Pakistan’s most respected and versatile actors. With hit films like Jeeva, Raja Pakistani, Zewar, Dulha Lekar Jaungi, … Read more
TEHRAN: Iran has reportedly launched a series of missile strikes against Israel, confirmed by Israeli military. The Israeli defence forces confirmed that missiles were fired from Iran towards Israeli territory, prompting an active response from their missile defence systems. The multiple explosions have been reported in Tel Aviv, with sirens warning residents of imminent danger. … Read more
KARACHI: Known as much for his fiery temperament as for his impactful hip-hop lyrics, acclaimed Pakistani rapper Talha Anjum has directed sharp criticism toward the Sindh government. Talha Anjum, who has carved a prominent place for himself in Pakistan’s hip-hop scene, is widely celebrated among youth for his poetic lyricism. In 2012, at the age … Read more
TEL AVIV: Israel’s military claimed to kill Ali Shadmani, who it identified as Iran’s wartime chief of staff and said was the most senior military commander. The strike was carried out during a precise overnight air raid on a manned headquarters in central Tehran, following actionable intelligence gathered by the IDF’s intelligence branch. The operation … Read more
WASHINGTON: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has stated that discussions with India on the issue of terrorism will take place, and the world will soon witness significant developments. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is on an official visit to United States. During the visit, … Read more
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast hot and humid weather in Karachi today, with a possibility of rainfall in the city’s outskirts. According to the Met Office, temperatures in the city may rise up to 38°C, while high humidity levels will make it feel like over 40°C. Humidity is currently recorded at 70%, … Read more
KARACHI: The Commissioner of Karachi on Tuesday imposed a complete ban on bathing and swimming in the Hub Canal. A notification has been issued under Section 144, effective from June 17 to July 16, 2025. This prohibition comes in response to a rising number of drowning incidents in the canal. According to a Water Corporation … Read more
TEHRAN: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized Iran’s unwavering stance on diplomacy, asserting that the country has never abandoned the negotiating table, despite escalating regional tensions. Speaking with three European counterparts, Araghchi clarified that Iran did not initiate recent hostilities and remains committed to peaceful resolution efforts. In a statement on Iranian television, Araghchi condemned … Read more
Ottawa: In a joint statement issued at the G7 summit in Canada, member countries expressed support for Israel and held Iran responsible for destabilizing the region. An international news agencies reported, the communiqué called for de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East, a resolution to the crisis involving Iran, and a ceasefire in Gaza. The … Read more
KARACHI: The Pipri Pumping Station has been completely shut down following a cable fault at the site, causing a complete halt in the station’s operations. According to K-E Spokesperson, the fault occurred at approximately 10:15 PM last night, and repair work is still underway. The fault disrupted power supply causing a complete halt in the … Read more
