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Defense Minister Khawaja Asif blames PTI, contractors for Sialkot damage

SIALKOT: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) local leadership, contractors, and some bureaucrats, holding them responsible for what he called the destruction of his hometown Sialkot. He vowed never to forgive those involved “even till my grave.” In a video message shared on social media, Asif said […]

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Rawal Dam spillways reopened as water level rises

National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: The spillways of Rawal Dam were opened at 12:00 pm today after the water level reached 1,751.20 feet. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) had issued an advance alert to all relevant departments regarding the development. Authorities cautioned that the release of water could increase flow in the Korang Nullah. The public was advised

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Turkish President arrives in China for SCO summit

World / Web Desk

TIANJIN: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Tianjin, China, on Sunday to participate in the 25th meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of State Council as a guest of honour. He was received at Beijing International Airport by Chinese State Minister Ley Haycao, Turkish Ambassador to Beijing Selcuk Unal, and embassy staff.

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CM KP Gandapur directs rescue operations in urban flood-hit areas

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Ali Amin Gandapur directed the district administration, PDMA, and Rescue 1122 to immediately move into flood-affected areas of Peshawar and Khyber and personally oversee rescue efforts after heavy rains caused urban flooding. Acting on his orders, senior officials along with rescue teams reached the worst-hit localities, evacuating nearly 300

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President, KP CM, governor, and political leaders condemn Bajaur blast

President Asif Zardari approves Pakistan Land Port Authority bill 2025

National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has signed the Pakistan Land Port Authority Bill 2025 into law, establishing a new statutory body to streamline cross-border trade and travel. With this move, Pakistan becomes the third country in South Asia—after Bangladesh (2002) and India (2012)—to create a dedicated land port authority. The Pakistan Land Port Authority (PLPA)

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After Nine-Year Gap, Pakistan and UAE Renew Rivalry on Cricket Field

Pakistan defeat UAE in T20I tri-series second match

Sports, Uncategorized / Web Desk

SHARJAH: In the second match of the tri-series, Pakistan defeated the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 31 runs. Batting first, Pakistan were bowled out for 207 in 20 overs. Opener Saim Ayub top-scored with 69 runs, while Hasan Nawaz added 56. Mohammad Nawaz (25) and Faheem Ashraf (16) also chipped in, though seven batters failed

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Petrol prices likely to drop from Sept 1

National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: Petrol prices in Pakistan are expected to see a slight reduction from September 1, following a downward trend in the global oil market. According to initial estimates, petrol prices may decline by 61 paisa per litre, while high-speed diesel could see a larger cut of Rs3.13 per litre. Similarly, kerosene oil is likely to

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TTP claims attack on Diamer checkpoint in GB

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Web Desk

CHILAS: The outlawed Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on Saturday claimed responsibility for a terrorist attack on a Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) Scouts check post in the Hudur area of Chilas, Diamer. According to officials, two soldiers of the G-B Scouts were martyred while another sustained injuries when terrorists opened fire on the security post late Thursday night. G-B

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T20I tri-series: Pakistan set 208-run target for UAE

Sports / Web Desk

SHARJAH: Pakistan set a 208-run target for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the second match of the T20I Tri-Series 2025 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Saturday. After winning the toss, Pakistan chose to bat first. The Green Shirts started aggressively, with Saim Ayub leading the charge by smashing 69 runs off 38 balls,

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Aleema Khan’s son remanded in Jinnah House attack case

National / Web Desk

LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Lahore on Saturday sent Shahrez Khan, nephew of PTI founding chairman Imran Khan, to jail on judicial remand in the Jinnah House attack case linked to the May 9 riots. Judge Manzer Ali Gill presided over the hearing and rejected the police’s request for an extension in physical remand

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