Girl Rescued from Karachi Software House; Eight Arrested After Armed Clash KARACHI – A girl allegedly held inside a software house in Gulshan-e-Iqbal was rescued after her family rushed to the spot, sparking a violent confrontation, police said on Tuesday. According to officials, the girl managed to contact her family over the phone. When they […]
Pakistani Delivery Riders Battle Floods and Poverty Amid Monsoon Rains LAHORE/KARACHI – Wading through waist-high floodwater in Lahore’s old quarter, 19-year-old Abbas kept moving with his delivery bag, his jeans soaked and sandals slipping. The risk of electrocution and disease didn’t matter as much as the fear of losing his job. “If I don’t deliver […]
NADRA Introduces Multiple Fee Payment Options for Citizens ISLAMABAD – The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has made it easier for citizens to pay application fees by introducing several convenient payment methods. According to details, applicants can now deposit fees directly in cash at the relevant NADRA office. Payments can also be made through […]
Karachi Vendor Attacks Woman, Family Reports Threats KARACHI – A heated argument at a local stall took a violent turn when the vendor attacked a woman, breaking one of her fingers. Witnesses said a large crowd was present at the time, yet no one intervened to stop the assault, leaving the woman and her daughter […]
Heavy Police Deployment Ordered Ahead of AJK Protests MUZAFFARABAD – The Superintendent of Police (SP) Headquarters has arranged major transport and logistics support for a police contingent being sent to Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) amid a protest call by the Awami Action Committee. According to officials, 85 coaches and five trucks loaded with anti-riot […]
Clash Erupts in Karachi Software House; Girl Rescued, Four Arrested Karachi – A tense situation unfolded when a girl, held at a local software house, managed to call her family for help, according to police reports. Her family rushed to the location and confronted the software house owners, sparking a heated altercation that quickly escalated […]
Pakistan, Bangladesh Step Up Trade and Diplomatic Engagement Islamabad/Dhaka – Pakistan and Bangladesh are witnessing renewed momentum in their bilateral relations, with recent meetings highlighting stronger trade, economic, and diplomatic cooperation. During a session with Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) President Taskeen Ahmed and board members, Mr. Khan noted a sharp rise in […]
Punjab Floods 2025: Over 4.7 Million People Affected, Rescue Efforts Underway Punjab is reeling from its deadliest floods in history, with relentless rains and swelling rivers wreaking havoc across the province. According to Punjab Relief Commissioner Nabeel Javed, 27 districts have been hit, and more than 4,700 villages have suffered significant flood damage. Over 4.7 […]
Rising River Levels Put Barrages and Communities at Risk The river’s water levels continue to surge, putting immense pressure on major barrages and flooding surrounding areas. At Kotri Barrage, the water inflow reached 3,76,118 cusecs, while 3,50,163 cusecs were released downstream. The rising waters have inundated Manjhand taluka in Jamshoro district, submerging nearly 70% of […]
FIA Launches Advanced Second-Line Immigration Office at Sialkot Airport Sialkot – The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has unveiled a fully equipped Second-Line Immigration Control Office at Sialkot Airport, aiming to strengthen border security and curb illegal activities. An FIA spokesperson said the new facility was established with support from the International Centre for Migration Policy […]
