NEW YORK — Carlos Alcaraz has returned to the top of world tennis after capturing his second US Open crown, defeating Jannik Sinner in a thrilling final at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The 22-year-old Spaniard, who first rose to No. 1 in 2022, now holds six Grand Slam titles after displacing Sinner in the rankings. Under […]
Syrian Asylum Requests in Europe Drop Sharply Amid Hope for Return BRUSSELS — The number of Syrians seeking asylum in Europe has fallen dramatically, with new data suggesting a shift in migration patterns across the continent. Figures released by the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA) show that around 25,000 Syrians applied for protection in […]
Iran Signals Willingness for Nuclear Deal, Warns Against Missed Opportunity TEHRAN — Iran has declared it is prepared to strike a “realistic and lasting bargain” on its nuclear program, offering strict oversight and limits on uranium enrichment in exchange for the lifting of sanctions. The message, delivered by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, cautioned that failure […]
Trump Presses Hamas to Accept Ceasefire Deal After Israel Agrees WASHINGTON — Former U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Hamas to accept his proposed ceasefire plan, saying Israel has already agreed to the terms. “The Israelis have accepted my terms. It is time for Hamas to accept as well,” Trump declared in a Truth Social […]
A high flood alert has been issued downstream of the Harike and Ferozepur barrages. According to reports, the Indian High Commissioner has officially informed Islamabad about the flood alert at 8:00 am today. Yesterday also issued an alert of India’s water release into the Sutlej. A flood stream after devastating the central Punjab region is […]
DIG Traffic Issues Strict Safety Directives Amid Karachi’s Rising Road Fatalities KARACHI — In a bid to curb the alarming rise in road accidents, DIG Traffic Peer Muhammad Shah has issued final instructions to mills, factories, industries, and other organizations, making it mandatory for employees to strictly follow traffic safety rules. According to the directives, […]
Deputy Director Met Office, Anjum Nazir Zaigham, has said that a deep depression brings winds of 60 to 70 kilometers per hour. This weather system will influence Sindh’s southern districts till September 10, he said. Heavy rainfall is expected in some parts of Karachi, the Met Office predicted. Urban flooding is likely in Karachi under […]
Indus River Faces Rising Flood Threat as Water Levels Surge Across Barrages Karachi — The flood situation along the Indus River and its tributaries has become increasingly critical, with water levels continuing to rise at major barrages, according to official data shared on Monday. At Guddu Barrage, inflows reached 401,626 cusecs, while outflows stood at […]
Pakistan Navy Marks Historic Operation Somnath Islamabad — Today marks the anniversary of Operation Somnath, a daring naval offensive during the 1965 Pakistan-India war that showcased the Pakistan Navy’s strength and determination. In the heat of the September 1965 conflict, Pakistan launched its first-ever naval strike, targeting India’s coastal town of Dwarka in Gujarat. On […]
Punjab Rivers Face Critical Flood Situation as Water Levels Surge Lahore — Several rivers across Punjab are witnessing dangerously high water levels, raising fears of severe flooding in multiple regions. According to the Flood Forecasting Division, the situation is most critical at Head Panjnad, where water flow has surged to 564,000 cusecs, marking an extremely […]
