Lahore was thrown into chaos on Thursday as torrential rainfall lashed the city for over six hours, submerging streets, collapsing homes, and claiming five lives. The downpour, which began at 5 AM and continued until 11:30 AM, left low-lying areas severely flooded, with Nishtar Town recording 182mm—the highest in the city. Residential areas like Dharampura, Shah Jamal, and Choburji saw knee-deep water, forcing […]
A high-level Pakistani delegation met Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk in Moscow on Thursday to strengthen bilateral cooperation across trade, energy, industrial projects, and regional connectivity. The delegation was led by Syed Tariq Fatemi, SAPM on Foreign Affairs, and Haroon Akhtar Khan, SAPM on Industries and focal person for the Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) project. During the talks, Haroon Akhtar Khan underscored the […]
Pakistan is seeking a valuation of at least $1 billion for New York’s iconic Roosevelt Hotel and is prepared to sell a minority stake to a redevelopment partner. The century-old property, named after former U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt, is one of Pakistan’s most valuable overseas assets. Acquired in 2000, the hotel was shut down in 2020 due to financial losses and […]
Jemima Goldsmith, the ex-wife of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has strongly criticized the Pakistani government for threatening to detain her sons if they visit their father in prison. Khan, who has been incarcerated since August 2023, faces multiple charges following his removal from power in April 2022. Goldsmith took to X to express outrage, […]
The federal government has firmly denied speculative reports suggesting President Asif Ali Zardari’s potential resignation and unfounded claims that Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir seeks the presidency. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi issued a stern rebuttal on social media, labeling the rumors as part of a “malicious campaign” targeting top leadership. He stressed that no […]
The Pakistan Army’s top brass has vowed to take decisive and comprehensive action against Indian-backed proxies operating in the region. The commitment was made during the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held in Rawalpindi, chaired by Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. The military leadership highlighted India’s increasing aggression against Pakistan following […]
In a startling revelation, retired Lieutenant General Sami Sadat, former Director of Afghanistan’s Military Intelligence, has disclosed that India is providing financial support to the Afghan Taliban for sponsoring terrorist activities against Pakistan. The high-ranking ex-official confirmed the Taliban are using these funds to back banned militant organizations operating in Pakistan. General Sadat, who previously […]
Lahore – In a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, Punjab’s government unveiled ambitious reforms to transform school education, focusing on access, quality, and infrastructure. Key announcements included the province’s first state-run school van/bus service, 6,000 STEM labs, and “School of the Month” awards to incentivize excellence in teaching and facilities. Boosting Enrollment & Employment Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat reported […]
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has warned that Pakistan’s fragile economic recovery faces significant risks from political instability, security challenges, and external shocks. In a recent fact sheet, the bank identified institutional weaknesses, bureaucratic delays in land acquisition, and price volatility as major barriers to effective project implementation. While tripartite meetings between ADB, government, and agencies help resolve issues, sustained fiscal […]
In a startling revelation, Sindh Police’s DIG South, Asad Raza, suggested that actor-model Humaira Asghar’s body—found in her Defence Phase 6 flat on Tuesday—might have been deceased for six months. Evidence includes expired food items (2024 expiry) and her last phone messages from October 2024. The grim discovery occurred when a bailiff arrived to evict her over unpaid rent. […]
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