Severe Flooding Hits Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Leaving Dozens Dead and Hundreds Displaced Heavy rains, lightning strikes, and a sudden cloudburst have caused severe flooding across parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, officials say. In Neel Band village of Battagram, torrential downpours and lightning led to the collapse of five houses, sweeping dozens of residents into the raging waters. […]
China Launches New K Visa for Young STEM Professionals China has introduced a new visa aimed at attracting young talent in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The K visa targets recent graduates and researchers from prestigious universities and research institutions, offering opportunities to work, study, and exchange knowledge in China. Unlike many other […]
Schools in Azad Kashmir to Remain Closed Amid Flood and Landslide Threats MUZAFFARABAD — The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Elementary and Secondary Education Department has announced the closure of all government and private schools on August 15 and 16, 2025, due to the risk of flooding and landslides caused by adverse weather conditions. According […]
Hajj 2026: Applications Open for Remaining Government Scheme Seats ISLAMABAD — Aspiring pilgrims have until August 16 to apply for the remaining seats under Pakistan’s government Hajj scheme, or until the quota is filled, officials said. According to the ministry’s spokesperson, more than 37,000 seats are still available. Applications can be submitted through the official […]
“You threaten to stop our water. If you attempt such a move, Pakistan will teach you a lesson you will never forget,” the Prime Minister said while addressing an event in Islamabad marking International Youth Day. He emphasized that water was Pakistan’s lifeline and that the country would not compromise on its rights under international […]
Trump Invites Putin to Alaska for First Face-to-Face Meeting Since Ukraine Invasion In a surprising move, former U.S. President Donald Trump has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to Alaska this Friday for their first in-person meeting since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022. The meeting comes amid Trump’s criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr […]
Xi, Lula Pledge Unity Against US Tariffs in Hour-Long Call BEIJING / BRASÍLIA – Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva have reaffirmed their commitment to defending the multilateral trading system, positioning their countries in sharp contrast to US President Donald Trump’s escalating tariff measures. In a phone call lasting […]
Al Jazeera Journalist Anas Al Sharif Killed in Gaza Airstrike, Leaves Emotional Farewell Message GAZA CITY – Anas Al Sharif, a 28-year-old Al Jazeera journalist, was among five people killed in an Israeli airstrike near Shifa Hospital in eastern Gaza City, Gaza officials and Al Jazeera confirmed. Al Sharif had been reporting from Gaza throughout […]
Saudi Riyal Holds Steady Against Pakistani Rupee, Supporting Economy and Families The Saudi Riyal continues to hold firm against the Pakistani Rupee, with the selling rate remaining steady at Rs75.85. This stability comes despite market ups and downs and steady remittance flows, underlining the Riyal’s important role in Pakistan’s financial landscape. What This Means for […]
Government’s Reliance on Faulty Data Led to Sugar Stock Shortages, Says Competition Commission In a briefing to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu from the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) revealed that the government allowed sugar exports based on inaccurate estimates, which caused a significant drop in sugar stocks. The CCP chairman emphasized […]
