At least three people were killed and seven others injured when unidentified assailants opened fire on a passenger bus in Balochistan’s Kalat district. The bus, traveling from Karachi to Quetta, came under attack in a shocking act of violence. Provincial government spokesperson Shahid Rind confirmed the casualties, stating that the injured were being treated at […]
Pakistan’s U16 volleyball team secured a thrilling straight-set victory (25-23, 25-20, 25-20) over Indonesia in the Asian Championship’s crossover round, advancing to the semifinals and qualifying for the 2025 U17 World Cup. The win extends Pakistan’s unbeaten streak to four matches, all achieved without losing a single set. Despite a shaky start in the first […]
PTI founder Imran Khan’s sister, Aleema Khan, on Tuesday alleged that the former prime minister’s life is in danger, citing his solitary confinement and denial of access to newspapers and television in jail. Speaking to media outside Rawalpindi’s Anti-Terrorism Court, she accused jail authorities of unlawful detention and announced plans to challenge the treatment in the Supreme Court. “The jail superintendent is […]
The federal cabinet on Wednesday approved a 15% raise in pensions under the Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI), effective from January 1, 2025. The hike, recommended by the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis, will be financed through EOBI’s own funds. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also directed the formation of a cabinet committee to overhaul EOBI’s structure and explore extending old-age benefits to informal workers, […]
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned on Wednesday that Tehran is ready to counter any new military strikes with even greater force than during the recent 12-day conflict with Israel. In a televised address, Khamenei praised Iran’s defiance against the U.S. and Israel, citing its missile attack on Qatar’s Al Udeid airbase as evidence of its military reach. “An even bigger blow […]
The Sindh Commission for the Protection of Journalists and Media Practitioners has taken significant steps to enhance its effectiveness, including granting representation to women journalists and seeking legal amendments to bolster its authority. In a meeting chaired by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, the commission decided to approach the provincial cabinet for powers to take action against officials who ignore its […]
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) scaled new heights on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index touching an intraday peak of 137,232.10 points—up 1,292 points (0.95%)—before closing lower due to profit-taking. Investors reacted to robust corporate earnings and growing optimism over a potential credit rating upgrade by Moody’s, following high-level government engagements. Economic Reforms Take Center Stage Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held a virtual […]
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) and the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) have made it clear that the nationwide trade strike scheduled for July 19 will proceed as planned. FPCCI Senior Vice President Saqib Nisar confirmed that while final discussions with stakeholders are still underway, the decision to shut down […]
New findings have emerged in the investigation into the death of actress Humaira Asghar, revealing troubling details about her final days. Police recovered three mobile phones and a tablet from her apartment, with forensic teams analyzing the data to determine the circumstances surrounding her demise. The evidence suggests that she was under significant financial stress […]
U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani on Wednesday to discuss negotiations for a potential Gaza ceasefire. The talks follow ongoing discussions in Doha between Israeli and Hamas representatives, who have been reviewing a U.S.-backed proposal since July 6. The proposed deal includes a 60-day truce, a […]
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