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PDMA sounds high alert in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over flash flood threat

PDMA sounds high alert in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over flash flood threat

Peshawar: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a high alert for various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following continuous heavy rainfall, warning of potential flash floods, urban flooding, and landslides. According to the PDMA notification, upper districts including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Mansehra, and Abbottabad are at high risk of landslides, while … Read more

Imran Abbas breaks silence on Babrik Shah’s harsh comments

Imran Abbas breaks silence on Babrik Shah’s harsh comments

Lahore: Pakistani actor Imran Abbas, known for his popularity on television and a massive following of nearly nine million on Instagram, has responded calmly to recent criticism made by fellow actor Babrik Shah. Babrik Shah, during his appearance on a lifestyle show, passed several negative remarks about Abbas, going as far as claiming that he … Read more

Pakistan seeks closer trade links with Bangladesh during FM Dar’s visit

Pakistan seeks closer trade links with Bangladesh during FM Dar's visit

Dhaka: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar had a breakfast meeting with Bangladesh Adviser for Commerce Sk. Bashir Uddin, that aimed at enhancing bilateral economic ties between two countries.

Minister of Commerce Jam Khamal Khan also joined the meeting. The Adviser Commerce was accompanied by
Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun, Chairman, Bangladesh Investment Development Authority.

Prominent participants included the Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority, Chairman of the Trading Corporation of Bangladesh, Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority, and the Acting Vice Chairman of the Export Promotion Bureau.

Also present were the Secretaries of Commerce and Civil Aviation, as well as the Chairman of the National Board of Revenue of Bangladesh.

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Pakistan Shaheens bow out of T20 series after semifinal defeat

Pakistan Shaheens bow out of T20 series after semifinal defeat

Lahore: The Pakistan Shaheens’ campaign in the Top End T20 Series came to an end after they were defeated by the Perth Scorchers by 48 runs in the semifinal. This victory marked the second time the Scorchers have beaten the Shaheens in the series. After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, the Pakistan Shaheens’ … Read more

Federal Minister Attaullah Tarar felicitates Pakistani runners on victory

Federal Minister Attaullah Tarar felicitates Pakistani runners on victory

Islamabad: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has extended heartfelt congratulations to a group of Pakistani runners following their impressive performance at a prestigious Nature Trail Run held in Seychelles, an island nation located off the eastern coast of Africa. A Nature Trail Run is not your average race. Unlike typical road events, these races are … Read more

Afghanistan confirms final squad for Asia Cup under Rashid’s captaincy

Afghanistan confirms final squad for Asia Cup under Rashid’s captaincy

Kabul: The Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced its squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, confirming that star all-rounder Rashid Khan will lead the team. Before the main event, the Afghan side will participate in a tri-nation series to finalize their preparations. Known for their impressive performances, the team has secured a reputation as a fierce … Read more

Iran says six terrorists linked to Israel killed in Southeast raid

Iran says six terrorists linked to Israel killed in Southeast raid

Tehran: Iranian intelligence forces have killed six suspected militants in a security operation in the southeastern province of Sistan-Balochistan, state media reported on Saturday. According to the state-run IRNA news agency, the raid resulted in a gunfight that left six militants dead and two others captured. The operation also injured two intelligence officers and one … Read more

Light rain and drizzle expected in Karachi

Light rain and drizzle expected in Karachi

Karachi: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast light rain and drizzle for Karachi over the next 24 hours. The city’s weather is expected to remain partly cloudy. According to the Met Department, the minimum temperature recorded today was 27.5 degrees Celsius, while the maximum is expected to be between 31 and 33 degrees Celsius. The … Read more

Veteran actor Jerry Adler passes away at 96

Veteran actor Jerry Adler passes away at 96

New York: Jerry Adler, a respected figure in American theater and television, best known for his roles in The Sopranos and Rescue Me, has passed away at the age of 96. The news of his death was confirmed on Saturday, August 23, by his longtime friend Frank J. Reilly. The family has not yet disclosed … Read more

Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee convenes in Karachi for Rabi-ul-Awwal moon sighting

Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee convenes in Karachi for Rabi-ul-Awwal moon sighting

Karachi: The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will hold a key meeting in Karachi today (Saturday, August 24, 2025) to sight the crescent for the Islamic month of Rabi-ul-Awwal 1447 AH. The main session of the committee will convene after Asr prayers at the Pakistan Meteorological Department office in Karachi. The meeting will be chaired by the … Read more