News Archives for Latest - 2025-07-22

Legendary rocker and ‘Prince of Darkness’ Ozzy Osbourne dead at 76

The Black Sabbath frontman died surrounded by his loved ones after battling multiple health conditions, including Parkinsons.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 11:46pm

Balochistan

Man kills daughter, nephew in Quetta days after Degari ‘honour killing’ case

Police say suspect managed to escape after incident.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 11:19pm

Punjab

Lahore ATC acquits Qureshi, sentences Yasmin Rashid, Ejaz Chaudhry and others to 10 years in May 9 riots case

Senator Ejaz Chaudhry, former provincial minister Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed, former Punjab governor Omar Sarfraz Cheema also sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Updated 12 Aug, 2025 01:19pm

Punjab

Former Punjab governor Mian Muhammad Azhar passes away

He was the founding president of the Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid and joined the PTI in 2011.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 10:43pm

UNSC unanimously adopts Pakistan-sponsored resolution on peaceful dispute settlement

FM Dar opens UNSC session on international peace and security, calls for immediate Gaza ceasefire.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 08:49pm

Trump pulls US out of UN cultural agency Unesco for second time

US State Department says one of the reasons for withdrawal was Unesco's decision to admit Palestine as a member state

Published 22 Jul, 2025 07:42pm

Qatar bids to host 2036 Olympic Games

President of Qatar Olympic Committee says 95pc of required sports infrastructure in place.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 07:38pm

Balochistan

4 terrorists killed in sanitisation operation in Balochistan’s Kalat: ISPR

Military's media wing says terrorists belonged to Indian proxy Fitna al-Hindustan.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 07:10pm

Punjab

Govt says Punjab Assembly opposition leader’s 10-year sentence in May 9 riots case according to law

State minister Barrister Aqeel says PTI MNA Ahmed Chattha and former MNA Bilal Ejaz also sentenced to 10 years; party says will challenge verdict in high court; 26 Punjab Assembly PTI MPAs restored.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 06:25pm

Bangladesh take second T20I for first series win over Pakistan

This is Bangladesh’s first T20I series win over Pakistan in four tries.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:46pm

Shaky old buildings become ‘ticking bombs’ in Karachi

Nearly 600 buildings across Karachi have been declared unsafe, with at least 50 in "extremely dangerous" condition and at risk of imminent collapse.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 05:20pm

Pakistani, Saudi naval chiefs discuss regional security and enhanced defence cooperation

Admiral Naveed Ashraf highlights Pakistan Navy’s initiatives for ensuring maritime security, regional stability through RMSP mechanism.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 05:03pm

Malala, the girl who needs no introduction, just reintroduced herself

The Nobel Peace Prize winner opens up about therapy, marriage, and her gymbro era in a refreshingly personal way.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 04:43pm

Why China’s neighbours are worried about its new mega-dam project

Expert says the impact of the dam on downstream flows has been overstated.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 04:53pm

What are flash floods and landslides and why do they occur?

An NDMA report reveals that a total of 234 people, including 112 children, have died across the country since June 26.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 03:59pm

‘I’m not your property’: Alizeh Shah calls out harassment, late payments and showbiz bullying

From fashion show 'sabotage' to accusations of assault, the actor lays bare the emotional toll of working in the entertainment business.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 02:48pm

KP & FATA

Young student allegedly beaten to death by seminary teachers in Swat: police

Say one of the teachers has been arrested while a search is underway to apprehend other two.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 04:01pm

Balochistan

Quetta airport runway project wins Fidic Asia-Pacific award for ‘engineering excellence’

The project will be presented as a case study at upcoming Fidic conferences.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 06:13pm

Visiting the US will soon require a $250 ‘visa integrity fee’, says report

Immigration attorney says intent behind refundable fee is to incentivise compliance, but notes that reimbursement procedure is unclear.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 01:29pm

KP & FATA

5 children dead in Swat flash floods: Rescue 1122

Two drown in Malam Jabba; 3 lost their lives in Madyan house collapse; authorities urge residents to exercise extreme caution.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 03:10pm

KP & FATA

PMD issues Glof alert for GB, KP as over 200 stranded tourists rescued from Diamer amid floods

Emergency declared along Thack-Babusar Road; more than 50 houses damaged; 2 swept away in Rawalpindi's DHA; NDMA issues landslide alert.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 06:35pm

Iran FM says Tehran will not abandon nuclear enrichment

Abbas Araghchi says facilities "severely destroyed"; asserts Tehran will continue to develop missiles.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 01:04pm

Pakistan signs UN pact to conserve marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction

FO notes country played "leading role" in talks to finalise BBNJ Agreement, which was adopted in June 2023.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 12:18pm

Gaza refugee artist in Paris embroiders her ‘pain’ on canvas

Maha Al-Daya escaped Gaza and now uses her art to pay tribute to her homeland.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 11:29am

At least 27 dead, mostly children, in Bangladesh air force jet crash

Reports say 88 admitted to hospital with burn injuries.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 11:59am

Cosby Show star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies by drowning at 54

The incident occurred in Costa Rica, where Warner was vacationing with his family.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 11:10am

Defamation trial of YouTuber Adil Raja opens in UK court

Brigadier (retd) Rashid Naseer has termed Raja's statements against him defamatory and untrue.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 10:47am

Punjab

Narowal-bound train’s coach derails

Pakistan Railway says all passengers remained safe, while a portion of the track was damaged.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 09:17am

Ali Amin Gandapur is helming the boat everyone is cruising in

The KP CM isn’t going to risk the ire of those who matter; Imran Khan can be handled.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 09:16am

Punjab

Two women arrested for acid attack on man in Sahiwal

The FIR was lodged by the victim’s elder brother, Rashid Ali.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:46am

Phenomenon of courting Israel and US is aspect of middle class’s newfound love of Hindu nationalism

That nationalism, embodied in the worldview of Hindutva, would be facing a decisive moment soon.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 09:05am

Punjab

25,000 acres of farmland damaged by flood in Sahiwal division

Two channels saw 300-400 pc increase in water flow which inundated more than 55 surrounding villages in division.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:33am

Editorial: Path to stem ‘honour’ killings lies in reforms to uphold justice, constitutional guarantees

No life should be lost to toxic control; women are not the family’s social currency.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 08:56am

KP & FATA

Houses, crops damaged as new rain spell hits KP

The high flood in Chitral River washed six houses and a large chunk of farmlands.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:43am

KP & FATA

PHC urged to strike down oath-taking order

KP Assembly speaker seeks CJP’s intervention over "unauthorised exercise of jurisdiction".

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:33am

Sindh

Sindh Mental Health Authority provides over 3,500 patients free psychiatric services

Secretary says patients treated for various mental health conditions; first-ever psychiatric camp in the Nara Desert.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:27am

Sindh

Province-wide drive launched to immunise 1.5 million unvaccinated children in Sindh

EPI mobilises over 15,000 health workers across all districts.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:17am

Sindh

300 families evicted from 56 dilapidated buildings in Karachi, meeting told

Saeed Ghani says any structure deemed liveable or made habitable through repairs will be removed from list of unsafe buildings.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:11am

International

Disarmament of Hezbollah up to Lebanon, says US envoy

Washington cannot "compel" Israel to "do anything", Barrack said.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:06am

International

Syria evacuates Bedouin from Druze-majority city

Ceasefire holds despite isolated gunfire in areas north of Sweida.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:59am

International

Pope Leo has first phone call with Palestinian chief Abbas

It was the first official conversation between since Leo’s papacy began.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:14am

South Asia

India’s Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns

Move comes to "prioritise health care and abide by medical advice".

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:53am

International

China embarks on world’s largest hydropower dam

India, Bangladesh raise concerns about dam’s possible impact on millions of people downstream.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:22am

South Asia

Court acquits 12 in 2006 Mumbai train blasts case

Bombay High Court sets aside lower court’s verdict, which convicted the dozen men of blasts that killed 187.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:54am

International

Taliban govt sends envoys to Germany to coordinate deportations

Germany doesn't recognise Taliban leaders in Afghanistan but has “technical contacts” on deportations.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:35am

Sport

Newcastle legend Solano set to become Pakistan head coach

Solano had helped his country qualify for their first FIFA appearance in 36 years as Peru made it to 2018 World Cup.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 11:45am

Sport

Victorious U-16 volleyball squad receives warm welcome in Lahore

Pakistan won the continental title, beating Iran 3-2 in the final.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 11:39am

Sport

Boys U-18 quarters line-up decided at national tennis

Ahtesham Humiyoon maintains his brilliant form in men’s last-16 fixtures.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 11:18am

Sport

Infantino backs England’s Carter over racist abuse

England defender Jess Carter has revealed she has been the target of racist abuse during Euro 2025.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 11:16am

Business

Rising fuel imports widen ME trade gap

Pakistan’s trade deficit with the Middle East widened by 7.37 per cent to $13.974 billion in FY25 from $13.014bn a year ago.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:07am

Business

PSX falls on debt worries, profit-taking

The benchmark KSE-100 index comes under selling pressure, shedding nearly 380 points.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 04:41am

Business

Railways ministry grilled over data irregularities

Senate panel seeks action against officials over misleading data on corruption and financial losses.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:37am

Business

Banking complaints surge with digitisation

The development reflects growing concerns over service quality and fraud.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 04:41am

Business

Australia eyes comeback in mining sector

After decade-long gap, Canberra looks to JVs in mineral-rich regions, including Reko Diq project.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:22am

Business

Repatriation of profit remains flat in FY25

Outflows stood at $2.219bn in FY25 despite improved external conditions and record remittances.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:17am

Balochistan

Debate sought on Quetta ‘honour killings’ in NA

PM, National Party condemn double murder; seek action against those responsible.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:30am

Balochistan

Akhtar Mengal assails travel ban

Counsel alleges action was political retaliation for Mengal’s “refusal to compromise on regional rights”.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:38am

KP & FATA

Eight security men martyred in Orakzai attacks

Ex-militant commander gunned down in North Waziristan.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:48am

National

Bill to raise penalty on ‘obscenity-related’ crimes passed in Senate

Legislation proposing a commission to protect journalists passed; bill seeking to regulate social media access for children under 16 introduced.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 11:05am

National

Imran seeks IHC order for better facilities in jail

Local judge issues notice to Adiala SP for not allowing ex-PM’s calls with sons.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 09:33am

Balochistan

D.G. Khan administration bans night travel to Balochistan

Move comes as part of a broader security enhancement in the region following the killing of nine bus passengers, all from Punjab.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:04am

Middle East

Iran hosts talks with Russia, China on nuclear issue today

Blames Western powers for not respecting 2015 deal.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 08:03am

Back Page

Iranian president to visit Pakistan on July 26th

Pakistan is looking forward to welcoming the Iranian president, says Mohsin Naqvi.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:28am

Middle East

UK, allies seek end to war; Israeli tanks enter Deir al-Balah

In a joint statement, 25 states say denial of essential assistance to people is "unacceptable".

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 08:08am

Front Page

Future PSL schedules must account for ‘extreme heat’

Study on how climate is affecting international cricket reveals the tournament saw 15 days of ‘Caution’ and two days of ‘Extreme Caution’ on the heat index.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 07:47am

Balochistan

Police arrest 14 suspects in Quetta ‘honour killing’ case

"Over a dozen suspects were present at the site of the killing, and police are conducting raids for more arrests,” says CM Bugti.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 10:58am

Front Page

Four tourists killed, 15 missing as rains lash Gilgit-Baltistan

Hundreds rescued, many sheltered by locals; 8 tourist vehicles swept away by floods; portion of KKH damaged.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 07:30am

KP & FATA

Senate finally becomes whole after KP polls

Ruling PTI gets 6, opposition alliance secures 5 seats as per agreed formula; KP MPAs allege "vote-swapping" by party leadership to keep members in line.

Updated 22 Jul, 2025 07:26am

New Russia-Ukraine talks set for Wednesday: Zelensky

More details to be released on Tuesday, says Ukrainian president.

Published 22 Jul, 2025 12:00am

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