Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Pakistan Women’s World Cup 2025 squad revealed: Fatima Sana to lead team for first time

Pakistan Women's world cup 2025 squad revealed: Fatima Sana to lead team for first time

Lahore: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the 15-member national women’s squad for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. Fast bowler Fatima Sana has been appointed as the captain for the first time in a World Cup, marking a significant milestone in her career. Meanwhile, Eman Fatima has earned her maiden call-up … Read more

National Guard in D.C. to Begin Carrying weapons under Trump’s crime push

National Guard troops deployed to the U.S. capital under President Donald Trump’s orders have begun carrying firearms, according to a statement from the military released on Sunday ,a significant shift in posture authorized by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. About 2,000 Guard members are now cleared to carry service-issued M17 pistols, with a smaller contingent equipped … Read more

Light rain, cloudy weather expected in Karachi

Light rain

KARACHI: The metropolis is likely to experience cloudy skies, drizzle, and light rain over the next 24 hours, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast. According to the Met Office, the maximum temperature in Karachi is expected to remain between 31°C and 33°C, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 26.9°C. According to the Meteorological Department, … Read more

Hamas accuses Netanyahu of obstructing ceasefire agreement

Hamas accuses Netanyahu of obstructing ceasefire agreement

Hamas said on Sunday that, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s approval of a plan to occupy Gaza City, despite the movement’s acceptance of a mediator-backed proposal, shows his determination to derail an agreement. In a new statement, Hamas has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being a “major obstacle” to reaching a ceasefire agreement … Read more

3 Leaves personnel martyred, 17 injured on attack on FC fort

3 Leaves

Hangu: Three personnel of the Federal Constabulary (FC) were martyred and 17 others injured in a terrorist attack on an FC fort in the Doaba area of Thal tehsil, officials confirmed. According to Superintendent of Police (SP) Operations Asad Zubair, the assault took place in Tora Warai, where militants targeted the FC installation. Police officials … Read more

NDMA confirms 800 deaths from monsoon rains, floods

Karachi Once Again at Risk of Urban Flooding

ISLAMABAD: At least 799 people have lost their lives and 1,080 others have been injured in rain- and flood-related incidents across Pakistan since June. According to the latest data of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), covering the period from June 26 to August 25, shows that 7,175 houses were damaged while 5,552 livestock perished due … Read more

Pakistan, Bangladesh leaders discuss strengthening bilateral ties

Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar paid an official visit to Bangladesh at the invitation of the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. On the invitation of the government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, the Deputy Prime Minister paid visit to Dhaka on 23-24 August 2025. This was … Read more

India alerts Pakistan of potential major flood in River Tawi

India alerts Pakistan of potential major flood in River Tawi

Islamabad: India has alert Pakistan about a potential major flood situation in the River Tawi near Jammu and Kashmir. India has resumed communication with Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) after a prolonged silence following their military standoff in May. According to official sources, Indian authorities conveyed the alert through the Indian High Commission … Read more

Suzuki Alto faces 75% drop in monthly sales

Suzuki Alto faces 75% drop in monthly sales

The Suzuki Alto, one of Pakistan’s most popular small cars, has seen a huge drop in sales. According to data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA), sales went down by 75% in just one month, from 9,497 units in June to only 2,327 in July. This sharp decline came after the government increased taxes … Read more

PTA bans 46 apps over fraud and gambling schemes

PTA bans 46 apps over fraud and gambling schemes

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has imposed a ban on 46 mobile applications following recommendations from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). According to an NCCIA spokesperson, these apps were illegally extorting billions of rupees from the public. The banned platforms include unregulated forex trading apps, gambling apps, and services collecting users’ personal data … Read more