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80pc of rescue operation complete as death toll from Lyari building collapse rises to 19

South DC says 6 nearby buildings evacuated; SCBA declared structure "dangerous" in 2022, serving three notices to residents.

Updated 05 Jul, 2025 11:40pm

Maximum temperature record shattered in GB’s Chilas and Bunji: PMD

Says 48.5°C recorded in Chilas and 46.1°C in Bunji, warns persistent high temparature could trigger Glofs and flash floods.

Published 05 Jul, 2025 11:49pm

Pressure on Netanyahu to agree to ceasefire finally seems to be making headway amid talks

Tel Aviv to send delegation to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks, Israeli media reports.

Updated 05 Jul, 2025 11:55pm

Punjab govt arrests 5 people, seizes 13 lions in province-wide crackdown on illegal owners

“The illegal trade of wildlife is intolerable and there will be no compromise on public safety,” Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb says.

Published 06 Jul, 2025 12:06am

Muharram 9 central procession peacefully concludes in Karachi amid tight security

Cellular services suspended in areas near routes of central and smaller processions; home minister orders foolproof security steps.

Updated 05 Jul, 2025 11:20pm

KP police arrest suspect after 13-year-old maid allegedly raped, murdered in Abbottabad

Suspect arrested, booked under Sections 302, 376 of PPC and Section 53 of KP Child Protection Act.

Published 05 Jul, 2025 10:12pm

Chinese Taipei lead group, knock out Pakistan from AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers

Chinese Taipei finish at top of Group D with nine points while Pakistan place second with six points.

Updated 05 Jul, 2025 11:06pm

27 people confirmed dead as flood waters recede in US state of Texas

Kerr County sheriff's office says 800 people evacuated from the region; US President Donald Trump praises "brave" first responders.

Updated 05 Jul, 2025 10:51pm

Paris opens river Seine for public swimming for first time since 1923

Three sites along river banks will be able to welcome over 1,000 swimmers daily until August 31, local officials say.

Published 05 Jul, 2025 10:22pm

UK re-establishing full Syria ties, FM Lammy says during visit

Meets Syrian president, foreign minister; both sides hold talks on bilateral ties, cooperation.

Published 05 Jul, 2025 09:10pm

Feature: Palestinian Teen Killed By Israel Becomes Muay Thai Symbol

Trump’s 2025 Policy Bill

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Fatima Fertilizer’s ‘Sarsabz Tabeer’ launches healthcare initiative in collaboration with MASH and Punjab govt

The programme focuses on rural development and women empowerment, by uplifting farmers, children and their families.

Sting taps into the F1 buzz with a nationwide hunt to the Grand Prix

A bold new chapter in fan-first marketing where sound leads the way to the ultimate adrenaline rush.

‘Pakistan Ki Shaan’: Jacked Nutrition launches certified plant-based rice protein

Crafted from premium non-GMO brown rice, this protein is 100pc vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free and soy-free.

WHAT THE IRAN-ISRAEL WAR MEANS FOR PAKISTAN

Escaped lion attacks woman and children in Lahore

Lion has been confiscated by police and sent to wildlife park.

Pakistan , Published 04 Jul, 2025 06:13pm

Escaped lion attacks woman and children in Lahore

Pakistani, Indian firms among six US sanctioned for Iran oil trade

Alliance Energy Pvt Ltd, based in Lahore, has been sanctioned for its role in the Iranian oil trade.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 08:30am

Pakistani, Indian firms among six US sanctioned for Iran oil trade

Restraint needed

It should be borne in mind that the majority of voters in KP voted the PTI into power, and the electorate’s choice should not be trivialised.

Newspaper , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 08:35am

Microsoft closes office in Pakistan, lays off staff

Spokesperson says company to provide services through local partners, offices abroad.

Business , Updated 05 Jul, 2025 10:04am

Microsoft closes office in Pakistan, lays off staff

30 terrorists killed in North Waziristan as bid to infiltrate via Pak-Afghan border thwarted: ISPR

Movement of a large group was detected in Hassan Khel area of North Waziristan district, military's media wing says.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 02:03pm

30 terrorists killed in North Waziristan as bid to infiltrate via Pak-Afghan border thwarted: ISPR

Russia first country to recognise Afghan Taliban

No other country has formally recognised the Taliban government that seized power in August 2021.

World , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 07:46am

Russia first country to recognise Afghan Taliban

No bar on extraditing ‘individuals of concern’ if India cooperates, says Bilawal

PPP chief expresses concern over precedent set by four-day war.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 10:36pm

No bar on extraditing ‘individuals of concern’ if India cooperates, says Bilawal

Pakistan, US reach accord on trade and tariffs

Formal announcement expected once Washington wraps up talks with other nations.

Business , Updated 05 Jul, 2025 07:22am

Pakistan, US reach accord on trade and tariffs

At least 10 dead, 9 injured as five-storey building collapses in Karachi’s Lyari

High-level body formed to submit report; president orders that causes of incident be determined; SBCA says many prior notices to vacate issued.

Pakistan , Updated 05 Jul, 2025 12:05am

At least 10 dead, 9 injured as five-storey building collapses in Karachi’s Lyari

Fact check: Russia has not signed any SCO joint statement supporting Pakistan over India

No such development has occurred or been reported by credible media outlets or state news outlets.

, Published 03 Jul, 2025 05:04pm

Fact check: Russia has not signed any SCO joint statement supporting Pakistan over India

India plans $230m drone incentive after Pakistan conflict, sources say

Programme will cover manufacture of drones, components, software, counter drone systems and services.

World , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 02:53pm

India plans $230m drone incentive after Pakistan conflict, sources say

Pakistan claim stunning victory over Maldives to win Asian Youth Netball Championship

Remain unbeaten throughout tournament in South Korea; PM Shehbaz lauds victory, calls it "another great milestone" for Pakistani women in sports.

Sport , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 02:59pm

Pakistan claim stunning victory over Maldives to win Asian Youth Netball Championship

Folly of fixing the exchange rate

Despite at least six major currency crises, the state continues to obsessively fix the nominal rate.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 08:57am

Why is there no life on Mars? Rover finds a clue

Mars is thought to currently have all the necessary ingredients for life except for perhaps the most important one — liquid water.

World , Updated 03 Jul, 2025 11:11am

Why is there no life on Mars? Rover finds a clue

Finance ministry notifies 10pc pay raise for govt employees

Hike subject to income tax and admissible during leave, notification says.

Pakistan , Updated 04 Jul, 2025 09:33pm

Finance ministry notifies 10pc pay raise for govt employees

Despite tensions, trade with India continues

Pakistan’s imports from New Delhi hit 3-year high.

World , Updated 05 Jul, 2025 09:48am

Despite tensions, trade with India continues

LHC holds Imran responsible for ‘conspiracy and abetment’ in May 9 riots

"The words uttered by him resulted in loss of lives and the state property," detailed verdict says.

Pakistan , Published 03 Jul, 2025 11:15pm

LHC holds Imran responsible for ‘conspiracy and abetment’ in May 9 riots

TikToker held with 13 guards for ‘public display of arms’ in Lahore

Police acted when suspects blatantly violated Section 144 imposed by Punjab govt to ensure peace in the city during Muharram.

Pakistan , Published 03 Jul, 2025 11:31am

TikToker held with 13 guards for ‘public display of arms’ in Lahore

Trump wins major victory as ‘big, beautiful’ bill on domestic agenda sails through US Congress

Bill ready to be signed into law by president; Republicans call vote after record-breaking Democratic speech.

World , Published 03 Jul, 2025 11:49pm

Trump wins major victory as ‘big, beautiful’ bill on domestic agenda sails through US Congress

Terrifying fault lines that lie beneath Karachiites’ feet

Experts say Karachi is surrounded by several active and dormant fault lines, can’t withstand even a moderate intensity tremor.

Pakistan , Updated 03 Jul, 2025 10:37am

Terrifying fault lines that lie beneath Karachiites’ feet

The key value

Islam has given much importance to justice.

Newspaper , Published 04 Jul, 2025 06:18am

No education

It is clear that governments — federal and provincial — do not want to spend more on education.

Newspaper , Published 04 Jul, 2025 06:18am

Unabated violence

SEVERAL acts of terrorist violence over the past couple of days illustrate the grave threat militant groups continue...

Newspaper , Published 04 Jul, 2025 06:18am

Civil strangulation

THE HRCP has sounded the alarm about the increasingly shrinking space in which it is allowed to function. In a...

Newspaper , Published 04 Jul, 2025 06:18am

Letter from jail

If space for reconciliation remains, both the government and PTI must seize it.

Newspaper , Updated 03 Jul, 2025 01:40pm

OPINION

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27 people confirmed dead as flood waters recede in US state of Texas

Paris opens river Seine for public swimming for first time since 1923

UK re-establishing full Syria ties, FM Lammy says during visit

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Nip/Tuck, Fantastic Four actor Julian McMahon dies at 56

The actor was privately battling cancer, his wife revealed in a statement.

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Bonanza Satrangi commends employee’s ‘professional conduct’ after assault at Islamabad store

No FIR has been registered so far after a customer attacked a store employee in Centaurus Mall.

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You are welcome to the land of the free … only if you are willing to give up your freedom of speech

The social media vetting rule isn’t just a draconian border policy but a slow, deliberate erosion of the right to dissent and the right to be human online.

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How the SC Constitutional Bench handed two-thirds majority to an unelected ‘unity’ regime

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