KARACHI: The Karachi is witnessing an alarming surge in violent crime this year, with murder, attempted murder, and kidnapping cases reported in alarming numbers across the city. According to official data, 385 murder cases have been registered in 2025 so far. The month-wise breakdown shows 55 cases in January, 40 in February, 44 in March, … Read more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared Apple to roll out a hypertension detection feature on its smartwatches, giving the company the green light to launch one of the most ambitious health tools yet built into a consumer wearable. The feature, unveiled alongside the new iPhone lineup at Apple’s September 9 event, will debut … Read more
KARACHI: Thirteen years have passed since the beloved comedian Lehri, a towering figure of Pakistan’s golden film era, bid farewell to his fans. Yet, his witty one-liners, impeccable comic timing, and iconic dialogues continue to echo in the hearts of cine-goers across generations. Born as Safirullah Siddiqui, Lehri was a master of subtle, intelligent comedy. … Read more
DUBAI: A storm brews in the desert as India and Pakistan lock horns in Sunday’s high-voltage Asia Cup T20 clash, their first cricketing face-off since a tense military standoff earlier this year. The two nuclear-armed neighbors were on the brink of war in May, following a four-day conflict that left diplomatic relations in tatters. Now, … Read more
In a digital world where trends rise and fall in the blink of an eye, one quirky craze has captured the imagination of millions: Nano Banana AI figurines. Born from Google’s powerful Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model, these miniature, hyper-stylized characters are flooding social media feeds with their bizarre charm, photorealistic design, and limitless customizability. … Read more
RAWALPINDI: The security forces eliminated 35 militants of the Indian-backed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) during multiple intelligence-based operations (IBOs) conducted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), From September 10 to 13, security forces conducted multiple intelligence-based operations (IBOs) against terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. Acting on credible intelligence, troops launched an … Read more
RIYADH: In a historic first for professional wrestling, WrestleMania 43 will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027, marking the first time WWE’s flagship event steps outside North America. The announcement was officially made in Las Vegas, confirming a major expansion of WWE’s global footprint and its long-standing partnership with Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector. … Read more
In a recent podcast appearance, renowned Pakistani actress and host Ushna Shah made an emotional appeal to the Punjabi community, questioning the silence around their native language. Shah expressed concern over what she described as a cultural disconnect, noting that many Punjabis appear hesitant or even embarrassed to speak Punjabi in daily life. Recalling her … Read more
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari emphasised the importance of expanding cooperation between Pakistan and China in political, economic and cultural fields, underlining Pakistan’s commitment to deepening people-to-people contacts and public diplomacy. The president held a meeting with Li Shulei, Member of the Political Bureau and Secretariat of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and … Read more
Washington: G7 finance ministers, led by Canadian Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne, held a call Friday to consider tougher economic measures against Russia, including new sanctions and tariffs targeting nations that support or enable its war in Ukraine. According to a Canadian statement, the group discussed accelerating plans to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine’s … Read more
SYDNEY: Tiana Mangakahia, a former star for the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and a celebrated Australian basketball player, has passed away at the age of 30 after a long battle with cancer. Her family confirmed her death on social media, sparking an outpouring of tributes from the global basketball community. Mangakahia was first diagnosed … Read more
FAISALABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration successfully thwarted an attempt to illegally travel to Europe under the guise of Umrah, offloading four passengers at Faisalabad Airport. According to FIA officials, the passengers — identified as Muhammad Muzammil, Muhammad Osama, Muhammad Tahir, and Muhammad Muneeb — were traveling on flight FZ392 to Saudi Arabia on … Read more
Utah : A 22-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, whose death during a public appearance at Utah Valley University (UVU) has sent shockwaves across the nation. Tyler Robinson, 22, was taken into custody late Thursday following a 33-hour manhunt, authorities confirmed. His arrest came after … Read more
BAHAWALPUR. The death toll from flood-related incidents in Punjab has crossed 100, officials confirmed on Saturday. Director General of Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab, Irfan Ali Kathia, while addressing the media at the Commissioner’s Office, said that the province is facing the worst flood in its history, with nearly 5,000 villages affected. He added … Read more
Jamshoro: Torrential rains have caused severe devastation in the city of Jamshoro and its surrounding areas, located along the banks of the Indus River. Several regions in Taluka Sehwan and Thana Bula Khan have been submerged due to overflowing hill torrents triggered by continuous rainfall. Flash floods from the nearby hilly streams have not only … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved the relocation of the Federal Constabulary (FC) headquarters from Peshawar to Islamabad. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi at the CDA headquarters. Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, Interior Secretary, Deputy Commandant of the Federal Constabulary, Chairman CDA, IG … Read more
The rivalry between Pakistan and India has taken a dramatic digital turn ahead of their Asia Cup 2025 showdown, as Karachi Kings delivered a bold and creative response to a controversial post by IPL franchise Punjab Kings igniting a social media storm that has intensified the excitement around the upcoming match. The controversy erupted when … Read more
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Stadium is ready for high-voltage clash between Bangladesh take and Sri Lanka for Match 5 of the Asia Cup 2025. Bangladesh is riding high on confidence after a dominant 7-wicket win over Hong Kong in their tournament opener, will be looking to consolidate their position at the top of the group. … Read more
LODHRAN: Floodwaters breached two protective embankments in Punjab’s Lodhran district, inundating residential areas and prompting drone-assisted rescue operations to save stranded residents. In Bahawalpur, rural areas have also been severely affected, with more than 100 villages across four tehsils submerged under floodwaters. Relief operations are underway as authorities strive to reach isolated communities. According to … Read more
Rawalpindi: Field Marshal Asim Munir conducted a visit to areas affected by recent flooding and reviewed ongoing relief and rescue operations ,Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). According to the ISPR, the Field Marshal carried out an aerial survey of the Kasur sector, closely observing activities aimed at managing the flood situation. He also visited flood relief … Read more
Renowned Chinese actor Yu Menglong has died after falling from the fifth floor of a residential building in Beijing. He was just 37. According to foreign media reports, Yu Menglong best known for his breakout role in the 2017 hit drama Eternal Love passed away in the Chaoyang district of Beijing. The incident reportedly occurred … Read more
NEW YORK: Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, doubled down this week on his campaign pledge to have Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrested if he visits the city — a vow that has ignited legal debate and political uproar. In an interview with The New York Times on Thursday, Mamdani … Read more
In a remarkable gesture of appreciation, a Dubai-based businessman has purchased 700 tickets for the ongoing Asia Cup tournament to distribute among his employees, offering them a chance to witness the excitement of live cricket. According to international media, Anis Sajan, Vice Chairman of the Danube Group, confirmed the move while speaking to local press. … Read more
Sindh: After Punjab, the flood situation has begun to intensify in Sindh, with high-level flooding reported at Guddu Barrage due to an increase in the inflow of water in the Indus River. According to the Flood Forecasting Division Lahore, the water flow at Guddu Barrage has surged to 537,000 cusecs. The division further reported that … Read more
Karachi is expected to remain under the grip of hot and humid weather conditions during the next 24 hours, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. The Met Office reported that the current temperature in Karachi is 27°C, while the maximum temperature for the day is likely to stay between 31°C and 33°C. The minimum temperature … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has temporarily suspended its flight operations to Canada for essential aircraft maintenance. According to a PIA spokesperson, the airline’s long-range Boeing 777 aircraft used for trans-Pacific flights require a complete technical inspection and replacement of key parts. The process will take about three weeks. These aircraft can fly for up … Read more
The United Nations General Assembly has passed a landmark resolution supporting a two-state solution to the Palestine issue, aiming to establish lasting peace between Palestinians and Israel. The resolution, jointly presented by France and Saudi Arabia, was approved by an overwhelming majority on Friday. A total of 142 countries voted in favor, while only 10 … Read more
