Cosby Show Star Malcolm-Jamal Warner Dies in Costa Rica Drowning Tragedy SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA — Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role as Theo Huxtable on the iconic sitcom The Cosby Show, has reportedly died while vacationing with his family in Costa Rica, according to international media and local authorities. The country’s Judicial Investigation […]
While US President Donald Trump has increased the pressure by giving Russia 50 days to agree on a deal or face sanctions, Zelensky spoke only hours after the Kremlin had downplayed hopes for a breakthrough. His announcement of a fresh round of negotiations also came in the wake of a fresh Russian barrage on the […]
Benazir Kafaalat Registration Open: Eligible Families to Receive Rs13,500 Quarterly Assistance ISLAMABAD – The government has urged eligible citizens to complete their registration for the Benazir Kafaalat Program, which provides quarterly financial aid of Rs13,500 to deserving families across Pakistan. Launched in 2008 under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), the initiative aims to support […]
The latest changes are introduced to enhance the security and legal recognition of identity documents for both children and families. NADRA has discontinued the use of the B-Form for children’s passport applications. Instead, parents are now required to obtain a Child Registration Certificate (CRC) for their children to apply for passports. According to NADRA officials, […]
Flash Floods in Chilas Sweep Away Tourist Vehicles; 5 Dead, Dozens Missing CHILAS – Torrential rains triggered devastating flash floods in Chilas, Gilgit-Baltistan, sweeping away over 15 tourist vehicles and leaving several individuals missing. Rescue teams have so far recovered five bodies and successfully rescued four people, while a large-scale search operation continues. According to […]
Pakistan’s Identity Crisis: Millions Still Without Legal Documents Despite efforts to boost national registration, millions of Pakistanis still live without identity documents, cutting them off from basic rights and public services. In a country of over 240 million people, the problem persists due to poverty, lack of awareness, and bureaucratic hurdles. In Karachi, 19-year-old Raza […]
Massive Overbilling Uncovered: Pakistani Power Companies Charged Consumers Rs244 Billion Illegally ISLAMABAD — A financial audit has revealed that eight electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) across Pakistan collectively overbilled consumers by a staggering Rs244 billion, allegedly to conceal line losses, electricity theft, and inefficiencies in operations. According to official audit documents, the companies involved include IESCO, […]
Torrential Rains, Landslides Kill 7 in Swat and Babusar; 16 Missing Severe monsoon rains triggered deadly landslides and flash floods across parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan, leaving at least seven dead—including four children—and 16 others missing, officials said on Monday. In Swat district, relentless downpours caused multiple landslides and surged river currents. In the […]
During the meeting, Ishaq Dar reassured Antonio Guterres of Pakistan’s focus on strengthening the UN’s role in conflict resolution, in promoting sustainable development, and in upholding the fundamental rights of all peoples around the world. “The Secretary-General appreciated Pakistan’s strong role and principled positions in the Security Council. Several key issues on the Council’s agenda […]
Saudi Riyal Strengthens to Rs75.96, Boosting Pakistan’s Remittance-Driven Economy ISLAMABAD – The Saudi Riyal (SAR) edged higher against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) to settle at Rs75.9674, underscoring its growing role in stabilizing Pakistan’s economy through strong remittance inflows and bilateral trade ties. Saudi Arabia Tops Pakistan’s Remittance Sources According to the State Bank of Pakistan […]
