Uttarakhand, India: A powerful cloudburst in the Uttarkashi district of India’s Uttarakhand state has unleashed deadly flash floods, leaving a trail of destruction in nearby areas and several Indian army soldiers feared missing. The sudden downpour caused a massive rush of mud, rocks, and floodwaters flowing down from the Himalayan Mountains, sweeping away homes, shops, … Read more
CHINA: A sudden outbreak of the mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus in China’s Guangdong province has triggered panic, with over 7,000 cases reported so far—most of them in the city of Foshan, now considered the epicenter of the virus. Authorities have introduced strict measures similar to COVID-era lockdowns. Patients are being hospitalized, placed under mosquito nets, and … Read more
ISLAMABAD: After 19 long years, Kuwait has finally reopened its doors to Pakistani skilled workers, ending a visa ban that had been in place since 2006. This major development is being seen as a turning point in the labor and diplomatic relationship between the two countries. For nearly two decades, thousands of skilled Pakistani workers—such … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Family Registration Certificate (FRC) issued by NADRA is an important document that includes complete details of all registered family members. This certificate is crucial for Pakistani citizens, as it helps confirm that their family members are officially recorded in NADRA’s system, which is required when applying for other official documents. You can apply … Read more
Islamabad – The Ministry of Interior has issued a formal notification announcing a major decision regarding Afghan citizens living in Pakistan under Proof of Registration (PoR) cards. According to the notification, the voluntary return of Afghan refugees will begin immediately, while the phased repatriation of remaining PoR cardholders will start from September 1, 2025. The … Read more
Users across Pakistan are facing a strange issue on Twitter (now called X) — external links just won’t open. Whether it’s a YouTube video, a news article, or a regular website, clicking on any shared link leads to an error or a blank page — unless you’re using a VPN. The problem seems to be … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will impose additional tariffs on India within the next 24 hours, citing India’s continued oil trade with Russia as the primary reason. In a recent statement, Trump criticized India’s 25% existing tariff rate and said it would be increased. He called India “not a good … Read more
Pakistan’s tech and gaming scene has just hit a major milestone on the global stage. Fasieh Mehta, a respected industry expert and passionate supporter of Pakistan’s creative economy, has officially joined Google as the Industry Head for Mobile Apps & Gaming – Pakistan. He’ll be working out of Google’s Asia-Pacific headquarters in Singapore. Before this, … Read more
Islamabad: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially disqualified several key members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), including senior leaders Omar Ayub, Shibli Faraz, and Zartaj Gul. According to a notification issued by the ECP, the decision was made after these members were found guilty in different court cases. The disqualification was carried out … Read more
Renowned Pakistani e-gamer Arslan Ash has secured his sixth EVO title after defeating fellow countryman Atif Butt in the grand final. Arslan Siddique, popularly known as Arslan Ash, has now become the first professional gamer to win the Tekken 7 championship four times. His previous victories include three titles at EVO Las Vegas and two … Read more
Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has been ruled out of the upcoming Diamond League event due to ongoing fitness concerns. According to reports, his doctor has advised him against participating in the tournament. Arshad Nadeem is currently undergoing a rehabilitation program in England following surgery. He has recently started putting weight on his leg … Read more
LAHORE: The Punjab Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has approved a lifetime pension for the widows of government employees. During the 28th meeting of the provincial cabinet, a cash reward of Rs50,000 was also announced for rescue personnel who served during flood duty. The cabinet further approved the formal conduct of … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed authorities to remove bureaucratic red tape and institutional obstacles to ensure the permanent enforcement of reforms within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). During a meeting on FBR-related matters, the prime minister expressed satisfaction with the rise in the tax-to-GDP ratio, attributing the improvement to the federal government’s … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistani cricketers Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim have signed with Northern Superchargers for The Hundred 2025 season on Tuesday. According to reports, the two Pakistani players have been brought in as replacements for Ben Dwarshuis and Mitchell Santner. Earlier, concerns were raised that Pakistani players might be excluded from the tournament due to the … Read more
Renowned Pakistani actress Neelam Muneer grabbed attention on social media with her humorous response to a fan’s question about her husband’s profession. During a Q&A session on Instagram, a fan asked, “What does Rashid Bhai do?” Neelam, known for her light-hearted personality, replied playfully: “Mujhse Muhabbat .” Her charming response has since gone viral, winning … Read more
LAHORE: President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), Tariq Bugti, has said that the federation has formally requested additional time from the International Hockey Federation (FIH) to decide on Pakistan’s participation in the upcoming FIH Pro League. Speaking to the media in Lahore, Bugti stated that discussions with the government are ongoing, and he is … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Naveed Ashraf, undertook an official visit to Turkiye, during which he was conferred the prestigious Legion of Merit by the Turkish Armed Forces. The award was presented by Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces, Admiral Ercument Tatlioglu, in recognition of Admiral Naveed Ashraf’s efforts to strengthen defence … Read more
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates(UAE) is currently experiencing an intense heatwave, similar to extreme weather conditions being recorded in several parts of the world. According to Khaleej Times, on August 1, temperatures in Sweihan and Al Ain reached a scorching 51.8°C, marking the highest temperature recorded in the country so far this year. In … Read more
Internationally acclaimed Islamic scholar and preacher Dr. Zakir Naik, at the age of 59, has stunned his followers by embarking on a bold new adventure during his recent visit to Indonesia. While in Bali, Dr. Naik took a daring leap from a height of 430 feet as he experienced bungee jumping for the first time. … Read more
LAHORE: It has been nine years since legendary Pakistani film actress Shamim Ara passed away, but her legacy continues to live on in the hearts of her fans. Born in 1938 in Aligarh, her real name was Putli Bai, which was later changed to Shamim Ara for the silver screen. She made her debut in … Read more
SEOUL: Renowned South Korean actor Song Young-Kyu has been found dead inside a parked car, according to international media reports. The 55-year-old actor was discovered in the Yongin area of southern Seoul. Authorities have confirmed the recovery of his body from the vehicle. This tragic incident comes just weeks after Song Young-Kyu was arrested in … Read more
KARACHI: The city continues to experience cloudy weather today, with a chance of light rain or drizzle expected in the evening or night. According to the latest data, the minimum temperature recorded this morning was 29.6°C, while the humidity level stood at 77%. The maximum temperature is expected to reach up to 35°C during the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Today marks the observance of Kashmir Youm-e-Istehsal (Exploitation Day) as Kashmiris around the world protest against the Indian government’s unilateral and unconstitutional move to revoke the special status of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. It has been six years since the Modi-led government, on August 5, 2019, abrogated Articles 370 and 35A of the Indian … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly rejected reports alleging the involvement of its citizens in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. In a statement issued by the Foreign Office spokesperson, the allegations were termed baseless and without evidence. The spokesperson clarified that Ukrainian authorities have so far not provided any verifiable proof to support such claims. Furthermore, the … Read more
RAWALPINDI: The district administration has imposed Section 144 in Rawalpindi for seven days, banning protest rallies, demonstrations, and the use of loudspeakers during this period. According to official details, police deployment is underway in various areas along Murree Road following the implementation of Section 144. Key locations include Murree Chowk, Liaquat Bagh, Committee Chowk, Rehmanabad, … Read more
PARIS: Ali Akbar, a Pakistani-origin newspaper vendor who has been selling newspapers on the streets of Paris for over 50 years, is set to receive France’s highest civilian award. According to news agencies, 72-year-old Ali Akbar is known as the last street newspaper vendor in Paris who still sells newspapers by hand. Originally from Rawalpindi, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the just resolution of Jammu and Kashmir dispute was a key pillar of Pakistan’s foreign policy and urged the international community to play a role to halt Indian human rights crimes in IIOJK and reverse its unilateral and illegal actions of 5 August 2019. The prime minister, in … Read more
On the occasion of “Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir”, the Pakistan Armed Forces, including Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Chief of Naval Staff, and Chief of Air Staff, have once again expressed their full support for the people of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. According to ISPR, the military stands firmly with … Read more
