Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Umar Akmal returns to national cricket academy amidst controversial claims

Umar Akmal Returns to National Cricket Academy amidst controversial claims

After a prolonged period of being out of the spotlight, Pakistan’s middle-order batsman Umar Akmal has been granted access to the National Cricket Academy (NCA). Akmal himself shared the news on social media, posting a video of his training session at the facility. On the social media platform ‘X’, Akmal expressed his gratitude to Director … Read more

NCCIA nabs suspect posing as woman on social media

NCCIA

ISLAMABAD: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested two individuals during separate operations in Islamabad and Quetta as part of its ongoing efforts to curb cyber-related offenses. According to the spokesperson, the NCCIA team in Islamabad apprehended one suspect who was impersonating a woman on social media to obtain explicit content. A mobile … Read more

Pakistani bodybuilders secure two gold medals at Asian Championship

Pakistani bodybuilders secure two gold medals at Asian Championship

Pakistan has achieved a remarkable feat at the ongoing Asian Bodybuilding Championship in Thailand, with two of its athletes clinching gold medals. This impressive performance highlights the dedication and talent present in the country’s bodybuilding community.   The fifth day of the championship proved to be a golden one for Pakistan. In the 75 kg … Read more

Kennedy Center to host 2026 World Cup draw, Trump says

Kennedy Center to host 2026 World Cup draw, Trump says

President Donald Trump announced Friday that the Kennedy Center will host the 2026 World Cup draw in December, after making an unexpected visit to the center in the morning. “It’s a tremendous honor to bring the global event and this incredible group of people and these unbelievable athletes — the best athletes in the world … Read more

Pakistani javelin thrower Yasir Sultan clinches Bronze at Asian Throwing Championship

Pakistani javelin thrower Yasir Sultan clinches Bronze at Asian Throwing Championship

Pakistan has secured a significant medal at the Asian Throwing Championship 2025, currently underway in Korea. National champion Yasir Sultan won a bronze medal in the javelin throw event, bringing a moment of pride to the nation. Sultan, who was Pakistan’s sole representative at the competition, displayed a stellar performance. He secured the bronze medal … Read more

Bangladesh ends visa requirement for Pakistani officials

Bangladesh

ISLAMABAD: Bangladesh has lifted the visa requirement for Pakistani officials for the first time since 1971, under a new agreement that will remain effective for five years. According to foreign media reports, holders of diplomatic and official passports from both Bangladesh and Pakistan will now be able to travel between the two countries without a … Read more

Dragon-Elephant tango signals thaw amid shifting geopolitics

Dragon-Elephant tango signals thaw amid shifting geopolitics

Once locked in a bitter military and diplomatic standoff, India and China are now cautiously stepping toward renewed engagement — a shift underscored this week by high-level talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The meeting marks a symbolic and strategic milestone in the evolving relationship between Asia’s two … Read more

Dar departs for Bangladesh on official visit

Dar

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has departed for a two-day official visit to Bangladesh. The visit is taking place at the invitation of the Government of Bangladesh. During his stay in Dhaka, the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister will hold important meetings with the Bangladeshi leadership. Deputy Prime … Read more

Trump claims “Nobel Peace Prize” for ending global conflicts

Trump claims "Nobel Peace Prize" for ending global conflicts

Washington: U.S President Donald Trump is touting what he says is a record of unprecedented peacemaking, claiming he has ended as many as ten wars during his presidency. Speaking at the White House on Friday, Trump said he had “settled seven wars,” but added that if “pre-wars” are included, “it would be 10.” The president … Read more

Bangladesh announces squad for Netherlands series and Asia Cup 2025

Bangladesh announces squad for Netherlands series and Asia Cup 2025

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has revealed its 16-member T20 squad for the upcoming series against the Netherlands and the Asia Cup 2025. The team will be led by wicketkeeper-batsman Litton Das. The Bangladesh team is set to play a three-match T20 series against the Netherlands, which will be held on home soil from August … Read more

COAS stresses joint civil-military efforts for Balochistan’s prosperity

COAS

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Turbat, Balochistan to review the prevailing security situation and assess development initiatives. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Chief Minister and Chief Secretary Balochistan along with other officials were also present at the occasion. COAS was given a comprehensive brief on the security … Read more

NDMA issues nationwide alert for heavy rains and flood risk

NDMA issues nationwide alert for heavy rains and flood risk

Islamabad: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a high alert across the country, forecasting heavy monsoon rains from August 23 to August 30. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a warning for widespread heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms across various regions of the country. Citizens and authorities are advised to remain … Read more

Rajab Butt speaks out after Ducky Bhai’s arrest

Rajab Butt speaks out after Ducky Bhai’s arrest

Rajab Butt and Ducky Bhai are two of Pakistan’s biggest YouTubers. They were once very close friends, often appearing in each other’s videos and attending family events together. But things changed after a project they worked on created tension between them. Ducky made some remarks about Rajab and their mutual friend Nadeem Nani Wala, and … Read more