Pakistan has decided to extend the closure of its airspace for Indian aircraft for another month. The decision will be formally announced through a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) to be issued later today. Pakistan had initially closed its airspace to Indian aircraft on April 24, and the restriction was first extended for a month on May 23. The current NOTAM …

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast the onset of monsoon rains across the country starting from June 25. According to the PMD, monsoon winds are expected to intensify over the coming days, bringing significant rainfall to various regions. The department has predicted that monsoon rains will continue in different parts of the country from June 25 to July 1. Authorities …

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned that Israel made a “big mistake” by attacking Iranian territory and vowed that it is now facing punishment, in his first public remarks since the United States joined Israel in launching strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Speaking on Wednesday, Khamenei declared, “The Zionist enemy has made a grave miscalculation. It is …

It is a good omen that governments of China, Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to launch a trilateral cooperation forum which will hopefully further strengthen “win-win cooperation” making a new “paradigm shift” in South Asia’s socio-economic, geopolitical and geo-strategic outlook. Thus a new trilateral forum will further enhance prospects of meaningful engagement gearing for greater trade, economic integration, trade and …

Middle-aged adults in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease may actually become more sociable — not more withdrawn — according to a new large-scale study that challenges long-held assumptions about the condition. Researchers analysed data from nearly 500,000 people in the UK aged 40 and above and discovered that those with a higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s were more likely …

It has been officially revealed that Pakistanis are spending over $1 billion annually on online shopping, with major payments going to international platforms such as Facebook, Google, Alibaba, Netflix, and others. According to a newly released government document, Pakistani citizens have made over 42.6 million online transactions, amounting to more than Rs317 billion over the past year. In response, the …

The federal government has signed a landmark Rs1,275 billion loan agreement with a consortium of 18 banks in a major breakthrough to resolve Pakistan’s long-standing circular debt crisis in the energy sector. The agreement aims to eliminate circular debt without imposing any additional burden on electricity consumers. According to the Ministry of Energy, this financing arrangement comes with consumer-friendly terms, …

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Sunday said it had not observed any rise in off-site radiation levels following the recent United States strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. In a brief statement shared on social media, the UN’s nuclear watchdog confirmed that radiation levels outside the targeted sites remained within normal limits. “Following attacks …

In a sharp escalation following recent US airstrikes on its nuclear facilities, Iran on Monday threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz — a vital waterway for global oil and gas shipments — a move that could trigger a major spike in international energy prices. Brigadier General Alireza Tangsiri, Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, announced that …

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance, chaired by MNA Naveed Qamar, has approved several significant tax-related proposals under the Finance Bill 2025, targeting non-filers, online businesses, mutual funds, and digital advertising platforms. The reforms aim to expand the tax base, curb evasion, and ensure compliance amid mounting pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Non-filers, e-commerce, and cash transactions …

US President Donald Trump delivered a stark warning to Iran following the recent precision strikes on its key nuclear facilities, urging Tehran to “make peace” swiftly or face far greater military consequences. In a nationally televised address, President Trump declared the air raids on Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites a “spectacular military success,” emphasising that the United States …

ISLAMABAD, June 21 (Internews): The Government of Pakistan has formally recommended former U.S. President Donald J. Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his pivotal diplomatic role in defusing the recent crisis between Pakistan and India. In an official statement released Saturday, Pakistani authorities praised President Trump’s “decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership” during a period of heightened tensions …

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping met with New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Beijing on Friday, calling on both sides to place greater emphasis on cooperation. For more than 50 years, since the establishment of diplomatic ties, China-New Zealand relations have long been at the forefront of China’s relations with Western developed countries, Xi said. As the China-New Zealand …

BEIJING (Internews):  Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong has said that Bangladesh and Pakistan are both good neighbors, good friends and good partners of China and important partners in high quality Belt and Road cooperation. While attending the China-Pakistan-Bangladesh Trilateral Vice Foreign Minister/Foreign Secretary meeting in Kunming, Yunnan province of China, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister stated that the Chinese government …

Acclaimed actor Mahira Khan has once again captured public attention — not through a film or television project this time, but through a stylised Instagram post that pays homage to the fashion and music of a bygone era. The post, which quickly went viral, features the Raees actor elegantly lip-syncing to the romantic classic Main Te Mera Dilbar Jani, sung by the late …

Bangladesh players gave retiring Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews a guard of honour as he walked out to bat in his farewell Test at the Galle International Stadium on Thursday. The gesture came during the 52nd over of Sri Lanka’s first innings, when Mathews, 38, made his way to the crease following the dismissal of Dinesh Chandimal. As he stepped …

In what is being described by cybersecurity experts as the largest breach of its kind to date, nearly 16 billion login credentials have been leaked online, compromising user accounts across major global tech platforms including Apple, Facebook, Google, GitHub, Telegram, and various government services. The breach, uncovered by researchers at Cybernews, was first reported earlier this year but has now been …

At least 27 passengers were injured in an unusual accident at Khanewal Railway Station when a signal pole ladder struck multiple passing trains, railway officials confirmed. According to railway authorities, the injured were traveling aboard Awam Express (up and down) and Musa Pak Express. Officials stated that many of the passengers had their hands extended out of the train windows …

Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert regarding the weather situation in Punjab, warning of the start of pre-monsoon rains from this evening. According to a PDMA spokesperson, several districts across Punjab are expected to experience rain, dust storms, and strong winds. The forecast indicates that the spell of inclement weather will continue until June 23. Rain is …

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance, chaired by MNA Naveed Qamar, on Thursday endorsed the government’s proposal to impose a 10% sales tax on imported solar panels, replacing the earlier suggested 18% rate. Naveed Qamar clarified that the recommendation to impose a reduced sales tax originated from the committee itself, not the Senate. “We had earlier discussed and proposed …

During his official visit to the United States, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Asim Munir, held a series of key engagements in Washington where he addressed critical regional and global issues, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement. Field Marshal Munir identified regional actors using terrorism as a tool of hybrid warfare and reaffirmed that …

BEIJING: China’s Ministry of Commerce said Thursday that the country will further deepen its trade ties with Central Asia and promote bilateral cooperation on industrial and supply chains. During the just-concluded second China-Central Asia Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, the ministry signed three documents with the relevant authorities of Central Asian countries to strengthen economic and trade cooperation, enhance trade facilitation, …

Professor Humbat MUSAYEV In May 2025, during the official visit of Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to Azerbaijan on the eve of the country’s Independence Day, a series of high-level meetings were held in Lachin – a territory liberated from occupation. Among these, the Lachin Summit, attended by the leaders of Azerbaijan, Pakistan, and Türkiye, was especially memorable. Prime …

In a world increasingly shaped by fragmentation, shifting alliances and global uncertainty, the 2nd China – Central Asia Summit has emerged as a landmark event not just for the countries directly involved but for the broader vision of international cooperation based on mutual respect and shared prosperity. As geopolitical fault lines continue to widen across continents, the enduring strength of …

U.S. President Donald Trump will host a luncheon today in honour of Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. According to the White House spokesperson, the luncheon will be held in the Cabinet Room, where Field Marshal Munir is also scheduled to have a significant meeting with President Trump. Earlier, a grand reception was held in Washington …

A blast occurred near the railway track close to the cattle market in Jacobabad, causing six bogies of the Jaffar Express to derail. Following the explosion, a heavy contingent of police cordoned off the area. Authorities are currently investigating the nature of the blast. According to railway officials, the train, which was en route from Quetta to Peshawar, suffered no …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has agreed in principle to reduce Test matches from five days to four for most member nations. According to British media reports, the proposal will take effect in the 2027–29 World Test Championship cycle but will not apply to India, England or Australia, who will continue to play five‑day Tests. All other Test‑playing nations—including Pakistan, …

In the newly proposed Finance Bill 2025, federal government has introduced a clause to levy income tax on online academies and freelance teachers, marking its first foray into taxing digital‑education providers. Under the same measure, e‑commerce businesses that operate via online marketplaces will also face new tax obligations, as authorities seek to broaden the tax base in the rapidly growing …

Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab Director General Irfan Kathia visited the head office of the Meteorological Department in Lahore on Tuesday as part of efforts to enhance preparedness for the upcoming monsoon season. He was accompanied by PDMA Director Zaheer Baig and other senior officers. During the visit, Chief Meteorologist Zaheer Babar gave a detailed briefing on the working …

Careem, Uber’s ride-hailing arm in the Middle East, will suspend its Pakistan service on July 18, citing economic challenges, rising competition, and capital constraints, ending its core business in a country where it helped pioneer app-based transport nearly a decade ago. The move underscores strain on Pakistan’s digital economy, as tech firms scale back amid high inflation, weak consumer demand, …

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced a reduction in the sales tax on solar panels from 18 percent to 10 percent following mutual consultation during the federal budget discussions. The move aims to promote renewable energy adoption and provide relief to consumers amid rising energy costs. Speaking during a session of the National Assembly, Dar also revealed …

ASTANA, June 17 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called on China and Uzbekistan to introduce more measures to promote trade liberalization and facilitation. Xi made the remarks in a meeting with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the sidelines of the second China-Central Asia Summit in the Kazakh capital of Astana. Xi noted that last year he and …

ASTANA, June 17 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said China is willing to work with Turkmenistan to fully unlock the potential for cooperation on the basis of mutual respect and win-win collaboration. Xi made the remarks in a meeting with Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the sidelines of the second China-Central Asia Summit in the Kazakh capital …

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday issued a stark warning to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, claiming that American intelligence knows his location and could target him, though he stressed that such an action was not being pursued “for now.” In a series of social media posts published late Tuesday evening, Trump declared, “We know exactly where the so-called …

ASTANA: Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Tuesday that all related parties should work to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East as soon as possible and avoid further escalation. Xi made the remarks during his meeting with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the sidelines of the second China-Central Asia Summit in the Kazakh capital of Astana. Xi said China is …

ASTANA: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said that cooperation between China and Kyrgyzstan holds great potential, urging the two countries to scale up trade and investment and expand cooperation in emerging sectors. Xi made the remarks in a meeting with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov on the sidelines of the second China-Central Asia Summit in the Kazakh capital of Astana. …

ASTANA: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday called on China and Tajikistan to expand the scale of bilateral trade and investment. Xi made the remarks in a meeting with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the second China-Central Asia Summit in the Kazakh capital of Astana. Xi recalled that during his visit to Tajikistan last year, he and …

Powerloom workers in Faisalabad have strongly rejected the Punjab government’s proposed minimum wage of Rs 40,000, calling it inadequate and anti-worker. The announcement, part of the provincial budget for the upcoming fiscal year, sparked widespread anger among laborers in the city’s textile hub. A large number of workers walked off their jobs and took to the streets, chanting slogans against …

In the early hours of Tuesday, Iran launched a new wave of missile strikes targeting Israeli territory, as part of its declared retaliation campaign against what it calls “continued Israeli aggression and violations.” According to Israeli media, Iran launched a strike near the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv, with thick plumes of smoke seen rising in the area following the …

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is currently on an official visit to the United States, where he met with members of the overseas Pakistani community in Washington, D.C. The COAS received a warm and enthusiastic reception, with a large number of expatriates gathering to welcome him. The overseas Pakistanis praised the Pakistan Armed …