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Trump Warns Iran Bridges and Power Plants Could Be Targeted Next in Escalation

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants, posting on Truth…

Karachi Breaks 41-Year Rain Record with Torrential Downpour

KARACHI: Karachi experienced a record-breaking rain spell, shattering a 41-year-old rainfall record in the port city.…

Five Killed, Including Woman and Child, in Bannu Suicide Attack: Security Sources

BANNU: At least five people, including three women and a child, were killed, and four others…

Suicide attack at Domel police station in Bannu kills 5, injures 13

BANNU: A powerful suicide bombing at Domel police station in Bannu has left five civilians dead…

US Army leadership shake-up: chief of staff dismissed by Hegseth

WASHINGTON: US Army Chief of Staff Randy George was dismissed on Thursday by Defence Secretary Pete…

Govt plans targeted petrol subsidy for bikers through digital app system

ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan is fast-tracking a plan to provide subsidised petrol to motorcyclists following…

UAE Dismisses Residency Claims, Reaffirms Protection for Iranians

ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has dismissed recent media reports about the residency status of…

PSL 11: Match-Winning Century by Farhan Lifts Sultans

LAHORE: A scintillating century from Sahibzada Farhan powered Multan Sultans to a remarkable victory over Hyderabad…

FO Says Pakistan Working Closely with US to Promote Dialogue

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reaffirmed that it remains in close coordination with the United States while intensifying…

Islamabad Schools Shift to Four-Day School Week

ISLAMABAD: The Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (PEIRA) on Thursday announced that all private schools in…

FBR Turns Spotlight on Social Media Earnings

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated a significant move to bring earnings from…

Heavy Rain Hits Karachi: City on Rain Emergency, Authorities on High Alert

KARACHI: Heavy rainfall was reported across various parts of Karachi on Thursday as a westerly wave…

Pakistan Security Forces Kill Eight Militants in North Waziristan During Border Operation

NORTH WAZIRISTAN: Pakistan’s security forces killed eight militants during an intelligence-based operation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border…

UK Leads Global Talks to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions and Energy Crisis

LONDON: Keir Starmer announced that Britain will convene a meeting of around 35 countries this week…

US Leaders Slam Trump’s Iran War Speech as “Unplanned, Reckless & Dangerous”

Washington: A wave of sharp criticism has emerged from across the American political spectrum following President…

Trump claims Iran war goals nearing completion, vows to ‘finish job’

WASHINGTON: In an address to the nation that echoed his previous statements, President Donald Trump claimed…

Italy Fail to Qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 After Loss to Bosnia

Zenica: Italy’s World Cup nightmare continued as the four-time champions failed to qualify for a third…

Security Forces Eliminate 13 Indian-Backed Terrorists in KP Crackdown

Islamabad: Security forces gunned down 13 India-backed terrorists during two separate intelligence-based operations conducted in Khyber…

Shehbaz Sharif Directs IMF Talks to Reduce Petroleum Levy Burden

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed the Finance Division to talk to the International Monetary…

Govt mulls shipping options as Iran allows limited Hormuz passage

Islamabad: Pakistan is weighing options such as allowing other ships to carry essential cargo under its…

Russian military transport plane crashes in Crimea, killing 29

Moscow: A Russian An-26 military transport plane crashed into a cliff in Crimea, killing 29 people…

China and Pakistan Unveil Five-Point Plan for Peace and Stability in the Middle East

Beijing / Islamabad: China and Pakistan have jointly called for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle…

Andy Weir Apologises After Criticising Star Trek Shows

LOS ANGELES: Bestselling author Andy Weir has apologised after making critical remarks about the Star Trek…

PCB Suspends Fakhar After Lahore vs Karachi Clash

LAHORE: Fakhar Zaman of Lahore Qalandars has been suspended for two matches over a ball-tampering offence…