Earthquake Jolts Lahore and Parts of Punjab, No Casualties Reported

LAHORE: Residents of Lahore and several nearby cities woke up to tremors on Tuesday morning as an earthquake measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale hit parts of Punjab. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of just 12 kilometres beneath the surface. The tremors were felt not only …

Pakistani Passport Holders Can Travel to 32 Nations Visa-Free

Good news for Pakistani travelers! The Pakistani passport has climbed to the 100th position in the global Henley Passport Index, making it easier for citizens to travel without pre-approved visas. According to the 2025 rankings released by Henley & Partners, an international citizenship advisory firm, Pakistanis can now travel to 32 countries either visa-free or …

The Dark Reality of Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

In a shocking and deeply disturbing development, Gaza’s government has accused the Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) of distributing flour laced with opioid drugs. According to officials, packages of aid distributed by GHF allegedly contained Oxycodone pills—a strong, addictive painkiller usually reserved for extreme medical cases. Photographs shared on social media by Palestinians …

Flour with Drugs Found in Aid from Israel-Backed Gaza Group

GAZA: The Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) has come under serious fire after Gaza’s government media office accused the group of distributing flour mixed with opioid drugs, specifically Oxycodone, to civilians in the besieged Palestinian enclave. In a statement released Friday, the media office said pills were found inside aid packages, and accused …

Sindh Confirms First Dengue Death of 2025

KARACHI: Sindh has reported its first dengue-related death of 2025, as a 24-year-old male patient succumbed to the disease at the Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital. Hospital officials confirmed that the patient had been on a ventilator for two days before passing away. His platelet count had dropped to a critically low 32,000, far below the …

Govt Seeks Uniform Electricity Tariff Across Pakistan, Including K-Electric Territory

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has formally requested the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) to implement a uniform electricity tariff across Pakistan, covering both state-run Discos and K-Electric’s service areas, starting July 1, 2025. According to a motion filed by the Power Division, the proposed tariff equalisation will be achieved by incorporating subsidies, surcharges, and …

Gaza’s Health System Collapses, UN Warns of Catastrophic Impact on Elderly

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has sounded the alarm over the total collapse of Gaza’s healthcare system, saying it poses a grave threat to the entire population—particularly the elderly and other vulnerable groups. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), UNRWA warned that the 2.3 million residents of Gaza now face …

Pakistan Condemns Israel, US Attacks on Iran as ‘Unjustified Aggression’

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Monday strongly condemned what he described as “completely unjustified aggression” by Israel against Iran and the US attack on Iranian nuclear sites, calling it a dangerous escalation that violates international norms. Addressing a press conference, Dar said Pakistan remains “profoundly concerned” over the …

Trump Denies Offering Iran ‘Anything’ Amid Ceasefire with Israel

The US President Donald Trump on Friday strongly denied reports that his administration had offered any assistance to Iran, saying he was “there’s no negotiation, no talks, no deals. We’re not offering Iran anything,” Trump told reporters when asked about the reports circulating in US media outlets. He added, “They’ve been hit hard, and they know …

Chittagong Port Shuts Down as Customs Strike Hits Bangladesh Trade

Operations at Chittagong Port, Bangladesh’s busiest and most vital shipping hub, came to a complete standstill on Sunday as customs officials launched a full-scale strike amid a prolonged dispute with the government. The strike halted all container movement, disrupting the daily handling of 7,000 to 8,000 containers and dealing a massive blow to the country’s …

Netanyahu Claims ‘Victory’ Over Iran, Eyes New Opportunities to Rescue Gaza Hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared a “victory” over Iran after a 12-day military confrontation, calling it a strategic achievement that opens new opportunities — especially for the return of hostages held in Gaza. In a high-profile address to senior security officials, Netanyahu claimed victory and said that the outcome of the recent war …

‘Kaanta Laga’ fame Shefali Jariwala passes away at 42

Mumbai: Actor and model Shefali Jariwala, best known for her breakout music video Kaanta Laga, passed away late Friday night in Mumbai. She was 42. According to police sources, Shefali was found unresponsive at her Andheri Lokhandwala residence and was rushed to Bellevue Hospital, where she was declared dead on arrival. The cause of death …

Pakistan Army Deployed Nationwide for Muharram Security

The Ministry of Interior has approved the deployment of Pakistan Army and Civil Armed Forces (CAFs) across the country to maintain law and order during the sensitive month of Muharram. A formal notification confirmed that the decision follows requests from all provincial governments, along with Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and the Islamabad Capital Territory. …

Iran Holds State Funeral for War Victims Amid Trump-Khamenei Row

TEHRAN: Iran began a state funeral on Saturday morning for nearly 60 people — including high-ranking military commanders and nuclear scientists — killed in recent Israeli strikes during the ongoing war. The ceremony began at 8am local time in central Tehran, with large crowds gathering to pay their respects to what the Iranian government has …

Monsoon Fury: 11 Dead, 17 Drowned as Flash Floods Devastate Swat

PESHAWAR: Torrential monsoon rains have unleashed chaos across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, triggering deadly flash floods and landslides in the Swat region. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), 11 people have lost their lives and six others are injured in weather-related incidents since Friday. The casualties include four men, three women, and four children. The …

Outrage Erupts Over Israeli Troops’ Orders to Shoot Starving Gaza Aid Seekers

Outrage is spreading across the globe after Israeli media reports revealed that Israeli troops were allegedly ordered to “deliberately shoot” starving Palestinians attempting to reach humanitarian aid in Gaza. The report has intensified accusations of war crimes, as Gaza’s Government Media Office called it further proof of Israel’s systematic targeting of civilians. “These are not …

PWP: First Monsoon Spell Hits Sindh, Second Under Watch for Early July

The first monsoon spell has finally arrived in Sindh, bringing much-needed rain and some chaos with it. According to Pakistan Weather Portal (PWP), a low-pressure system in the Arabian Sea is fueling intermittent rain, at times heavy, across the province — including Karachi. Several areas of Karachi have already seen downpours accompanied by strong winds …

Israeli Military Launches Deadly Overnight Rampage Across Gaza

The Israeli military carried out a series of deadly attacks across the Gaza Strip overnight, leaving dozens of Palestinians dead or injured. The raids targeted areas housing displaced civilians, schools, and residential homes — adding to the growing toll of civilian casualties in the ongoing war. In the early hours of Saturday, a deadly Israeli …

Nine Israelis Arrested After Settlers Attack Soldiers, Rampage in West Bank Village

Tensions in the occupied West Bank soared again on Friday night after Israeli settlers launched a violent rampage in the village of Kafr Malek — this time targeting not just Palestinians but also Israeli soldiers. According to Israel’s Kan public broadcaster, several dozen settlers attacked military reservists who had arrived to respond to the chaos. …

Trump Threatens New Strikes as Iran Claims Victory in Israel War

Trump Threatens New Strikes as Iran Claims Victory in Israel War in the recent 12-day war with Israel. In a fiery post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said Iran suffered devastating losses and accused Khamenei of spreading lies to save face. “He blatantly and foolishly lied,” Trump wrote, referring to Khamenei’s recent speech where …

More Rain Predicted for Karachi, Hyderabad as Monsoon Intensifies

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast another round of monsoon rain for Karachi and Hyderabad starting today (Thursday), offering temporary relief from the searing heat. However, the spell is expected to be accompanied by strong winds, thunderstorms, and dust storms, raising fresh concerns about flooding in low-lying areas and seasonal nullahs. According to …

Israel Tried but ‘Couldn’t Find Opportunity’ to Assassinate Khamenei, Says Defence Minister Katz

In a shocking admission, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has revealed that Tel Aviv actively tried to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the recent war — but was unable to find a viable opportunity. The comments, made during a televised interview, have drawn global attention and escalated tensions following the fragile ceasefire …

Iran Rejects US Nuclear Talks, Downplays Impact of American Strikes

Iran has firmly denied any plans to resume nuclear talks with the United States, days after the end of a 12-day war with Israel that significantly strained regional stability. Speaking on state television Thursday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed reports that Tehran would return to the table, calling them baseless. “I would like to …

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