News Archives for Latest - 2025-06-07

South Asia

Bilawal calls out India for ‘excuses’ to avoid dialogue with Pakistan

"You can’t be two nuclear armed neighbours with a conflict threshold so low and absolutely no dispute resolution mechanism," Bilawal stresses.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:15pm

South Asia

UK and India discuss ‘counter-terrorism’ cooperation after South Asia tensions

“We want the situation to be maintained, but of course we recognise fragility, particularly in the backdrop of terrorism," British FM says.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 08:31pm

‘From the river to the sea’ — Celebrities remember Palestine’s plight on Eidul Azha

Actor Nadia Jamil said the world failed Palestine as it “watched them suffer an illegal occupation and genocide for over 77 years".

Published 07 Jun, 2025 06:41pm

In pictures: Eidul Azha celebrations across the world

Millions observe the occasion by offering prayers, holding gatherings and distributing meat.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 05:45pm

Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kharkiv kills four, wounds 60

"Kharkiv is experiencing the most powerful attack since the start of the war," mayor says.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:17pm

Trump says he has no plans to speak to Musk as feud persists

Says review of Musk’s extensive contracts with federal government is in order. “We’ll take a look at everything.”

Published 07 Jun, 2025 04:48pm

Disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein concedes he acted ‘immorally’ as jury deliberations pause

Weinstein insisted he did nothing criminal as jury deliberations on his fate paused for the weekend.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 04:39pm

US steps up immigration crackdown with LA raids, NY courthouse arrests

Agents use extreme tactics, conducting unprecedented raids on at least three areas of Los Angeles to detain dozens of people.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 04:21pm

KP & FATA

6 dead, 2 injured as gas cylinder explodes in Mardan: officials

Rescue official says explosion caused roof of house to collapse.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 03:14pm

Middle East

Iran, Afghan Taliban chief assail US travel ban

Iranian official says it deprives “hundreds of millions of people of the right to travel based solely on their nationality or religion”.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 07:33pm

Country celebrates Eidul Azha today with call for unity, selflessness

PM Shehbaz calls for remembering Palestinians "enduring ruthless and inhumane oppression and hunger".

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 08:17pm

Sana Yousaf murder case: Misogyny is a national sport in Pakistan

Stalking is the ultimate act of entitlement, expressing the idea that a person is entitled to attention and body of another person.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 09:55am

Column

Forlorn Gaza — the world’s shame

The systematic destruction of any and all infrastructure that supports human life is near complete.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 10:22am

KP & FATA

PHC rejects plea of foreign company against govt orders to wind up operations

Observes petitioner should have contacted federal govt on the matter.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 09:39am

KP & FATA

Lone Pashto movie being released on Eid

‘Badmashi Lewantub De' is going to be displayed at only three cinema houses left in Peshawar.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 04:40am

KP & FATA

KP MTI Tribunal suspends Lady Reading Hospital dean’s orders to terminate 11 assistant professors

July 1 fixed for next hearing of separate appeals.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 10:15am

KP & FATA

4,000 police officials to perform Eid duties in Peshawar

Additional personnel, including women, deputed in all important markets.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:57am

KP & FATA

Armed men torch two cars in South Waziristan

Incident sparks panic and fear among local people, prompting the district administration to launch an investigation.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 10:19am

KP & FATA

Bajaur DHO’s father killed in bomb blast

Blast caused by an improvised explosive device planted near the main gate of DHO Dr Ayoub’s residence.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:04pm

KP & FATA

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa records first case of deceased organ donor

Boy’s organs transplanted to five patients; case termed a “remarkable sacrifice” of a matriculation student from Mardan district.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 04:40am

Islamabad

Foot-and-mouth disease ravages herds in Chakwal

Disease emerges in the province just ahead of Eidul Azha, leaving buyers and sellers in a lurch.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 09:48am

Islamabad

Adaptation to prolonged heatwaves essential for survival: climate ministry

“Rising temperatures in northern areas may enhance snow-melting rate during the forecast period,” Met Office says.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:14pm

Islamabad

Over 250 organisations allowed to collect animal hides in Rawalpindi

Ban on dumping animal waste in and around Noor Khan Airbase to keep birds from flying over runway.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:09pm

Punjab

Two policemen held for freeing Hafizabad gang-rape suspect

FIA places names of two suspects on PNIL.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:17pm

Punjab

Prices of big animals drop in Lahore a day before Eid

People struggle to find animals of their choice at reasonable rates.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:58am

Punjab

Punjab govt told to enforce job quota for the disabled

Disabled candidate challenges recruitment process initiated through an advertisement published on Sept 28, 2023.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 09:28am

Punjab

Security beefed up for Eid across Punjab

Home dept imposes Section 144.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:09pm

Punjab

Misuse of authority, negligence : Jinnah Hospital ex-MS, three pharmacists penalised in Lahore

Official report states official accused of exercising financial powers beyond his jurisdiction.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 09:24am

Sindh

HRCP seeks judicial inquiry into May 20 Moro violence

Says protest was peaceful until police resorted to violent means, according to community testimonies.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:49am

Sindh

Picnickers stopped from visiting five ‘unguarded’ beaches in Karachi

Ban applied to the Kannup, Sunerah, Mubarak Village, Turtle and Dua Chowk beaches will remain in place till June 13.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 09:38am

Sindh

Karachi’s water crisis worsens as consumption to increase during Eid holidays

KWSC says round-the-clock tanker service to continue to overcome shortage.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:35am

Sindh

Round-the-clock gas supply assured in Karachi during Eid holidays

SSGC spokesperson says gas to be supplied from 6am to 10pm after Eidul Azha.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:39am

International

France opens ‘complicity in genocide’ probes over blocked Gaza aid

Two investigations to look into possible “complicity in crimes against humanity”.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 10:55am

International

Modi finally gets invite for G7 summit in Canada

Indian PM says thanked Carney for invitation, looking forward to meeting at summit.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:46pm

International

Japanese lander fails again in moon landing attempt

Although the failure means another multi-year pause in Japan’s commercial access to the moon, country remains committed.

Published 07 Jun, 2025 04:39am

International

Tehran warns E3 against ‘strategic mistake’ at IAEA meeting

Foreign minister Araghchi says, "Iran will react strongly against any violation of its rights."

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:22am

International

EU deplores US sanctions on ICC judges

Court must be free to act without pressure, commission spokesperson says.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 11:13am

Sport

Starc comfortable with IPL pullout regardless of repercussion

League was suspended on May 9 in the wake of hostilities between Pakistan and India, with Starc opting not to return.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:40pm

Sport

Australia struggle to fill gaping opener hole left by Warner

Warner pulled stumps on the red-ball game in January last year after 112 Tests and 8,786 runs.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:44pm

Sport

Yamal, Williams dazzle as Spain beat France in nine-goal thriller

La Roja beat set up a Nations League final with Portugal.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 10:29am

Sport

Walsh swims second-fastest 100m butterfly in history

She became the first woman to dip below 55 seconds with a world mark of 54.60sec, last month.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 12:37pm

Sport

Roma unveil ‘right man’ Gasperini as new coach

Departing coach Claudio Ranieri stepped down after Roma finished fifth in Serie A.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 10:32am

Business

OICCI seeks relief for salaried and corporate sector

Demands bringing real estate, retail, agriculture, professionals in tax net.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 08:07am

Business

Positive triggers continue to drive bullish momentum at PSX

Optimism follows the government’s finalised agreements for a historic loan package of Rs1.275 trillion to address circular debt.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 10:32am

Business

Agricultural sector teetering on the brink, warn stakeholders

Pin high hopes for major relief in upcoming budget; wheat growers alone suffer Rs2.2tr losses since May 2024.

Updated 08 Jun, 2025 07:52am

National

Experts decry environmental inaction in Gilgit-Baltistan

An event related to World Environment Day held at Rakaposhi Viewpoint in the Ghulmet area of Nagar district.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 09:54am

Balochistan

Justice Barrech takes oath of acting Balochistan High Court chief justice

Appointed after the retirement of Chief Justice Ejaz Ahmed Swati on Friday.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 09:30am

National

Islamabad High Court ends stay orders in 270 cases, helping FBR collect Rs600 billion

Judicial policy body had advised high courts to constitute special benches for disposal of tax-related cases.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 09:44am

Back Page

April 2026 set for polls in Bangladesh

Interim leader Yunus says his govt’s major responsibility is to ensure "transparent, participatory election".

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 09:19am

Back Page

Crypto minister Saqib, US officials discuss blockchain rules

Saqib’s discussions with US officials focused on Pakistan’s recent initiatives, including plans for a strategic bitcoin reserve.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 09:10am

Back Page

Netanyahu admits Israel backing militia in Gaza

Popular Forces outfit denies being "a tool of the occupation"; European think tank describes group as accused of looting aid trucks.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 09:12am

Front Page

Auto sector raises red flags over tariff reforms, used car imports

Local carmakers say IMF-backed policy risks flooding market with cheaper used vehicles.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 08:20am

Front Page

PM thanks MBS for role in reducing India tensions

Performs Umrah alongside army chief; Haj winds down with pilgrims "stoning the devil" in Mina.

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 08:38am

Front Page

World ‘less safe’ after escalation in Subcontinent, says Bilawal

Ex-foreign minister says threshold for war in South Asia "lowest it’s ever been".

Updated 07 Jun, 2025 08:44am

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