Authorities confirmed on Saturday that flash floods in central Texas have killed at least 43 people, including 15 children. Rescue teams continued a frantic search for dozens of missing campers, vacationers, and residents. Officials warned that the death toll could rise further, as flooding extended beyond Kerr County into other regions. In Travis County, local … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has released its new Practice and Procedure Rules for 2025, as approved by the Practice and Procedure Committee on May 29, 2025. Chief Justice Yahya Afridi heads the committee, which also includes Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Aminuddin. The new rules bring major changes to how benches of … Read more
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to discuss security arrangements during Youm-e-Ashura across the country. During the meeting, the interior minister gave a detailed briefing on the steps taken to ensure peace and safety during Ashura processions and gatherings. He said that the government made every effort to maintain law … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani players secured a total of seven medals at the 32nd Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships 2025, held in South Korea. According to a press release, they won two gold, two silver, and one bronze medal in the main event, along with two additional gold medals in the plate event. 1)Sohail Adnan (U-13) and … Read more
Prices of products on online marketplaces like Temu and AliExpress have surged sharply in Pakistan after the government passed the recent budget. Internet users across the country have noticed the dramatic increase, with many reporting that some items now cost three to four times more than before. However, the three to four times price hike … Read more
Ali Khan Swati, a participant on “Shark Tank Pakistan”, recently highlighted the stark gap between on-air applause and real-world outcomes. He revealed that out of the 36 startups that received investment offers on the show, only 4 secured funding after completing due diligence, exposing the challenges within Pakistan’s startup funding ecosystem. Ali Khan Swati, who … Read more
Nadia Khan, an actress, host, and now outspoken critic, has made headlines recently for her bold commentary on various shows and her open criticism of celebrities who stayed silent during the India-Pakistan conflict. She continues to stand by her views and makes it clear that she won’t back down. Several celebrities have publicly called out … Read more
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety has directed authorities to quickly launch the digital banking pilot project for Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) payments. Authorities, who initially scheduled the project to begin in June, now plan to launch it by the end of July, with account openings set to start … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The federal government complied with another IMF condition on Saturday by mandating all government officers in Grade 17 and above to publicly declare their assets, a News source reported. The government has officially issued a gazette notification for the Civil Servants (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after President Asif Ali Zardari approved it. The bill aims … Read more
United States: Kenya’s three-time reigning Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon set a new world record in the 1,500m with a time of 3 minutes 48.68 seconds on Saturday at the Diamond League event in Eugene, Oregon, surpassing her previous mark and securing her place in athletics history. Kipyegon broke her own record of 3:49.04, set at … Read more
Lahore: Renowned senior Pakistani actor Nauman Ijaz has expressed strong discontent over rising electricity prices and the 200-unit system, demanding that the government immediately abolish this “oppressive system.” In a satirical statement shared on social media, Nauman Ijaz wrote that “an ordinary citizen stares at the meter, sometimes at the sun, and sometimes at their … Read more
New Delhi: The Indian government has blocked the official account of the international news agency “Reuters” on X (formerly Twitter) within the country. This sudden move has sparked widespread concern among journalistic circles, human rights advocates, and ordinary users. According to the Newsbytes, the restriction was enforced late Friday or early Saturday, after which users … Read more
Washington: The dispute between Republican President Donald Trump and his main campaign financier Elon Musk took another fractious turn on Saturday when the space and automotive billionaire announced the formation of a new political party, saying Trump’s “big, beautiful” tax bill would bankrupt America. A day after asking his followers on his X platform whether … Read more
New Delhi: In India, disagreements between military and political leadership have reached an unprecedented level, especially following the failure of Operation Sindoor. Recent statements and official forum discussions have made it clear that the Indian military and government are attempting to shift the blame for the failure onto each other. India’s Deputy Army Chief Lieutenant … Read more
In Islamabad and Rawalpindi, heavy showers occurred early in the morning, with Saidapur Village recording the highest rainfall of 131 millimeters. According to WASA, water levels in Nulla Lai reached 15 feet at Katarian and 10 feet in Gwalmandi, leading to severe flooding. In Kahuta, rain caused water to enter homes and shops; additionally, the … Read more
Dhaka: The six-match white-ball series between India and Bangladesh, scheduled to commence on August 17, has been postponed until next year. According to a joint statement from both cricket boards, the three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three T20 matches will now take place in 2026. The statement mentioned that this decision was made considering … Read more
Vienna: A small plane crashed in the Austrian Alps on Saturday, resulting in the tragic deaths of all four individuals on board. The aircraft, which had departed from Oberschleissheim near Munich, Germany, was en route for a round-trip flight when the accident occurred. The crash happened around 12:45 p.m. local time near Wald im Pinzgau … Read more
Karachi/ Lahore/ Rawalpindi: Throughout the country, mourning gatherings and processions are ongoing in observance of Muharram 10 (Ashura), commemorating the unparalleled sacrifice of Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Imam Hussain (peace be upon him), and his loyal companions. In Karachi, the main procession of Ashura departed at 10:00 AM from Nishtar Park and, passing through designated routes, … Read more
Tehran: Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance since the escalation of conflict with Israel, attending a religious ceremony in Tehran. The 85-year-old leader appeared in a video broadcast by state media on Saturday, participating in a gathering at the Imam Khomeini Mosque to observe Ashura, the holiest day in the … Read more
Karachi: The tragic collapse of a building in the Lyari Baghdadi area of Karachi has resulted in the death of 26 people as of Friday morning. Rescue teams have recovered four more bodies from the debris, and relief efforts are still underway. It is recalled that a five-story residential building suddenly collapsed, trapping dozens of … Read more
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed profound respect for the ultimate sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions. President Asif Ali Zardri: President Asif Ali Zardari has stated that the Day of Ashura conveys the message of sacrifice, truthfulness, and unwavering resolve. In his message on … Read more
KARACHI, LAHORE, RAWALPINDI: Today, across Pakistan, the sacred day of Ashura—the tenth of Muharram—is being observed with deep reverence and solemnity. The day commemorates the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his loyal companions at Karbala, highlighting their unwavering stand for justice and righteousness. The observance involves large processions and mourning rituals held in … Read more
Karachi experienced moderate to heavy rain across various neighborhoods on Saturday night, bringing relief for the people. Many areas of Karachi including Landhi, Korangi, Malir, and Quaidabad saw showers, while Shah Faisal Colony and its surroundings also received rain. The downpour extended to Gulshan Iqbal, Manghopir, Site Area, and nearby regions, with Qayyumabad and Akhtar … Read more
