Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Dar urges concrete measures to revive Cotton sector

Cotton sector

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar underscored the importance of implementing coordinated and practical measures to revive cotton’s pivotal role in the national economy and enhance profitability for farmers. He made these remarks while presiding over the third meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Essential Cash Crops. The committee held … Read more

Death toll rises beyond 100, missing count surpasses 180 in Texas flood tragedy

Death toll rises beyond 100, missing count surpasses 180 in Texas flood tragedy

United States: The devastating floods that swept through Texas on July Fourth have claimed over 100 lives, with many victims being children, authorities confirmed Tuesday. The search continues for over 180 individuals still unaccounted for, as Governor Gregg Abbott emphasized the relentless efforts to locate all missing persons. “Know this, we will not stop until … Read more

Widespread rainfall brings relief across Pakistan, Karachi remains Hot and Humid today

Widespread rainfall brings relief across Pakistan, Karachi remains Hot and Humid

Karachi: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast light drizzle in Karachi over the coming days, with the city expected to remain partly cloudy and humid today. According to the PMD, sea breezes in Karachi have subsided, leading to elevated humidity levels, currently recorded at 79%. Over the next three days Karachi’s maximum temperature could … Read more

Wings over Karachi, PAA issues warning to Pilots

Wings over Karachi, PAA issues warning to Pilots

Karachi: The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has issued a crucial alert to all airline pilots operating at Karachi Airport, emphasizing heightened caution due to an increase in bird activity during the ongoing monsoon season. In a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), the authority urged flight crews to remain vigilant during takeoff and landing procedures, as the … Read more

Tribute to Madar-e-Millat on her 58th death anniversary

Tribute to Madar-e-Millat on her 58th death anniversary

Karachi: Today marks 58th death anniversary of Madar-e-Millat, Fatima Jinnah, a revered leader and pioneer in Pakistan’s history. Born on July 31, 1893, in Karachi, Fatima Jinnah was the younger sister of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. She was a steadfast supporter of her brother’s vision and played an instrumental role in the struggle for Pakistan’s … Read more

Turkish Foreign Minister arrives in Pakistan

Turkish

ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Minister of Turkey Hakan Fidan arrived in Islamabad  on an official visit aimed at enhancing cooperation and further solidifying the historic ties between the two brotherly nations. Upon arrival, the Turkish Minister was warmly received by Additional Secretary (West Asia) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Syed Ali Asad Gillan. During … Read more

Trump, Netanyahu hold second meeting in 24 hours on Gaza ceasefire

Trump, Netanyahu hold second meeting in 24 hours on Gaza ceasefire

Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met for a second time within 24 hours at the White House to discuss a potential ceasefire in Gaza. The unscheduled talks, lasting just over an hour with no media access, occurred amidst ongoing violence, with Israeli forces reportedly killing at least 95 Palestinians … Read more