The Ministry of National Food Security has reported massive damage to agriculture caused by recent floods, with over 2.4 million acres of farmland destroyed across Punjab. Millions of people have been affected, raising fears of higher food inflation and a possible dependence on wheat imports. According to official figures, cotton crops suffered losses of 5.2 percent, while sugarcane plantations saw …

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested two immigration officials at the New Islamabad International Airport for allegedly facilitating passengers’ illegal travel abroad in exchange for heavy bribes. According to FIA spokesperson, Assistant Sub-Inspector Nadeem Arshad and Head Constable Mujahid Ali were caught during a surprise inspection ordered by FIA Islamabad Zone Director Shehzad Nadeem Bukhari. The check was carried …

Authorities in Punjab have intensified operations against illegal hunting and wildlife trade across several regions, seizing equipment and imposing heavy fines on violators. According to the wildlife department spokesperson, raids were conducted in Lahore, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Salt Range, Sahiwal, Multan, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan. A total of 62 quail and falcon netting gears were confiscated, 57 hunters were fined, …

The 44-day war between Azerbaijan and Armenia, which took place from September 27 to November 10, 2020 has become a turning point in the South Caucasus, redefining the socio-economic conditions, geopolitical parameters and geo-strategic scenarios giving leverage to Azerbaijan being the victorious. Hence it completely transformed Azerbaijan’s macro-economy, qualitative industrialization, modernization, digitalization drives and further strengthened its national defense and …

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday chaired a meeting via video link from New York to review steps for boosting trade relations between Pakistan and Malaysia. According to a press release from the Prime Minister’s Media Wing, Shehbaz Sharif underlined the long-standing brotherly ties between the two countries, which span several decades. He acknowledged Malaysia’s consistent support for Pakistan …

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has confirmed that 24 Pakistani crew members, along with three others, were safely released after being briefly held by Houthi forces following an attack on an LPG tanker near the Yemeni coast. In a statement shared on social media, Naqvi said the incident took place near Ras al-Isa, where an Israeli drone targeted the LPG tanker. …

Muniza Basir, mother of legendary Pakistani pop icons Nazia Hassan and Zohaib Hassan, has passed away, leaving the family and fans in mourning. The news was confirmed by Zohaib Hassan through his social media accounts, where he expressed deep sorrow over the loss. Muniza Basir was widely known as a strong pillar of support for her children’s musical journey. Tributes …

Indian singer Adnan Sami has emphasized that artists are always loyal to their country and should not be involved in politics. His remarks came after the release of the film “Sardar Ji 3,” in which he was part of the cast, amid controversy sparked by tensions between India and Pakistan. According to media reports, Sami, who became an Indian citizen …

Hollywood actors Jennifer Lawrence and Emma Watson have publicly condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza, describing the situation as alarming and unacceptable. According to international news agencies, Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence said the events in Gaza “amount to genocide” and called the ongoing attacks “unacceptable.” Meanwhile, Emma Watson expressed concern over the climate of fear surrounding the issue, noting that …

The Peshawar High Court has directed authorities not to deport Afghan citizens who are married to Pakistani women, pending decisions on their citizenship applications. The court issued a written order clarifying the procedure for handling such cases. The decision comes after a Pakistani woman filed a petition concerning her Afghan husband, who had applied for a Pakistan Origin Card (POC) …

Two separate traffic accidents in Balochistan claimed the lives of 11 people and left 28 others injured on Saturday, authorities reported. In the first incident in Panjgur district, a coach traveling from Karachi collided with a truck carrying Iranian oil and diesel. The collision triggered a fire in the coach, resulting in the deaths of eight passengers and injuries to …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced disciplinary action against Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav, Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf, and batsman Sahibzada Farhan following recent on-field controversies. According to media reports, Haris Rauf has been fined 30 percent of his match fee, while Sahibzada Farhan has received an official warning. The ICC has also imposed a 30 percent match fee fine …

Pakistan’s young squash talent Noor Zaman stormed into the final of the Nash Cup Squash Championship being played in Canada after an emphatic win over Colombia’s Matias Knudsen in the semifinals. Zaman dominated the match, defeating Knudsen in straight games with scores of 11-3, 12-10, and 11-3. The 19-year-old Pakistani took just 28 minutes to seal his victory and secure …

The Pakistan U-12 tennis team has landed in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, to take part in the ATF 12 & Under Intercontinental Team Competition 2025, scheduled from September 29 to October 4. This will mark Pakistan’s debut in this global junior team event, which brings together talented youngsters from 12 nations across Asia and beyond. The national squad was selected after an …

The Power Division has released an update on electricity restoration efforts in flood-affected areas up to September 27, confirming significant progress across multiple distribution companies. According to the report, a total of 51 grid stations and 588 feeders were affected by recent floods nationwide. Of these, 389 feeders have been fully restored while 196 are partially operational. In Faisalabad Electric …

The All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Azad Kashmir and Pakistan chapter, has welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s “historic and courageous” address at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, calling it a true reflection of the sentiments of the Kashmiri people. In a statement, APHC said the prime minister’s speech reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiris’ inalienable …

On the special invitation of National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Speaker of Uzbekistan’s Legislative Chamber of Oliy Majlis Nuriddin Ismoilov arrived in Pakistan on Saturday with a parliamentary delegation. The delegation was warmly received at the airport by Convener of the Pakistan-Uzbekistan Friendship Group and MNA from Malir, Syed Agha Rafiullah. This marks Ismoilov’s first visit to Pakistan. The …

Newly inducted officers of the Commerce and Trade Group, currently undergoing the 31st Specialized Training Program (STP) at the Pakistan Institute of Trade and Development (PITAD), visited the headquarters of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) in Islamabad as part of their training today. The session introduced the officers to Pakistan’s textile and apparel sector, the country’s largest export industry and …

It seems that the Xinjian socio-economic model is the replica of the CPC socialist modernization caring about people, channels of production gearing towards economic self-reliance, economic diversity and congruent community development. Most recently the Chinese President Xi Jinping visit attended a grand gathering in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region which has …

ISLAMABAD (Internews): China has announced further assistance to support Pakistan’s flood relief and reconstruction efforts. In addition to the initial $2 million emergency aid, China will provide relief supplies worth 100 million yuan, stated by Chinese embassy in Pakistan. This move underscores China’s continued commitment to helping Pakistan respond to natural disasters and rebuild affected areas.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has opened up about enduring a debilitating medical condition for more than seven and a half years, which he described as a “suicidal disease.” He discussed the matter during the filming of Too Much with Kajol and Twinkle. According to Khan, he was afflicted by trigeminal neuralgia, a nerve disorder that produces intense, electrifying facial pain. …

Pakistani actress Anoushay Abbasi has confirmed that she has been divorced for the past six years, breaking her silence on a matter she had never publicly addressed before. Anoushay, who married actor Ainan Arif Abbasi son of late cricketer Taslim Arif Abbasi in 2014, revealed in a recent interview that the marriage ended in 2019. “I have been single for …

Bollywood actress Fatima Sana Shaikh has reportedly walked out of a major studio film, though the reason for her exit has not been revealed. Indian media reports suggested on September 22 that Shaikh was never officially part of director Madhur Bhandarkar’s upcoming film The Wives. Earlier in April, speculation had been strong that she had been cast in the project. …

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan and fast bowler Haris Rauf have submitted their responses to the International Cricket Council (ICC) following a complaint lodged by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). According to sources, the hearing was conducted by ICC match referee Richie Richardson, who questioned both players over their actions during a recent match. Sahibzada Farhan denied …

In a historic first for international cricket, all match officials at the 13th ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup will be women. The tournament begins on Tuesday and will run until November 2. The International Cricket Council (ICC) hosted a special ceremony at the Emirates Group headquarters in Dubai to welcome the appointed officials. The event highlighted the move as a …

Pakistan’s young squash players Asiab Irfan and Noor Zaman have stormed into the semifinals of the Nash Cup Squash Tournament in Canada, bringing pride to the country with impressive quarterfinal victories. Eighth seed Asiab Irfan delivered a stunning upset by defeating India’s fourth seed Veer Chotrani in a thrilling five-game battle. After dropping the first two games 9-11 and 4-11, …

Malala Yousafzai’s namesake fund has announced a fresh $100,000 grant to support a relief organization operating in Gaza, bringing its total aid to Palestinians since 2023 to $700,000, the fund says. According to media reports, the Malala Fund urged the international community to continue demanding an end to genocide, lifting Israel’s blockade, opening borders, and pressing for a permanent ceasefire. …

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced a new policy allowing close relatives of registered pilgrims, who are unable to travel due to death or serious illness, to perform Hajj in their place. According to official documents, a registered pilgrim who cannot travel for compelling reasons may either nominate another person to go in their place or request a refund …

Wedding season in Pakistan is traditionally marked by lights, colors, fragrance, and joyous laughter in every household. But this year, there is a new twist: the rise of the matchmaking app “Dil Ka Rishta.” Blending technology with family traditions, the app offers young people a modern and simple way to search for suitable matches. Unlike the past, when families relied …

A reshuffle in the Sindh cabinet is on the cards, with key changes expected in ministerial portfolios, according to informed sources. Sources revealed that Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has been holding a series of meetings with different provincial ministers amid growing reports of adjustments in the cabinet. Provincial Minister Saeed Ghani is expected to lose the local government portfolio, …

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday expressed delight as the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) crossed the historic 160,000-point mark, terming it a reflection of growing investor confidence in the government’s policies. In a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office Media Wing, Shehbaz Sharif said that the record performance of the stock market was made possible by the blessings …

The Cabinet Committee on Regulatory Reforms (CCoRR), chaired by Federal Minister for Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, convened a meeting on Friday to review the third quarterly Regulatory Reform Package, prepared and submitted by the Board of Investment (BOI). The session marked another step in the government’s ongoing efforts to modernize Pakistan’s regulatory framework in line with directives of the Prime …

The Punjab Assembly has introduced the Terrorism-Affected Citizens Relief (Amendment) Bill 2025, proposing a significant increase in compensation for citizens killed or injured in terrorist incidents. Under the proposed amendments, the financial assistance for families of citizens martyred in terrorist attacks would rise from the existing Rs1 million to Rs2.5 million. Compensation for injured citizens would also be doubled, increasing …

The Punjab government has stepped up efforts to tackle worsening air pollution with the launch of 38 air quality monitoring systems across the province. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Smog Steering Committee chaired by Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb. Officials briefed the committee that 12 drone squads and eight “e-squads” have already been deployed, while a three-kilometer …

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, inaugurated the 14th meeting of the Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in Beijing, calling it the beginning of a new era of high-quality, inclusive, and people-centered development under Phase II of the project. In his opening address, the Minister described Pakistan and China as …

Launched in 2013, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in just over a decade evolved from a visionary concept into the world’s most ambitious and transformative infrastructure and development framework. As of early 2025, more than 150 countries representing nearly 75% of the global population and over half of the world’s GDP have formally joined the BRI. This widespread participation …

URUMQI: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday attended a grand gathering in celebration of the 70th founding anniversary of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in Urumqi, capital of this region in northwest China. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, joined local officials and members of the …

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar inaugurated the newly renovated Consular Services Area at the historic Consulate General of Pakistan in New York, originally established in 1948. In his remarks, the Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed that the foremost responsibility of Pakistan’s Missions abroad is to serve overseas Pakistanis with dignity, efficiency, and the best possible services. …

Federal Ombudsman Ejaz Ahmad Qureshi has taken suo motu notice of the rising number of stray dogs in Islamabad and the growing reports of children and elderly citizens being bitten and harassed. The Ombudsman expressed concern that negligence on the part of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI) has allowed the situation to deteriorate into …

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr. Musadik Malik met with Chairman National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik on Thursday to finalize the formulation and implementation of the National Resilience Plan 2025–2026. The initiative is designed to strengthen preparedness for the upcoming 2026 monsoon season and mitigate the destruction caused by natural disasters. Dr. …