News Archives for Latest - 2025-09-01

First Afghan families allowed into Germany from Pakistan

“It feels very good and pleasant when girls can go to school, study, and I can also work, study, integrate into society, and learn the language,” Afghan mother says.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 11:09pm

‘Vaccines don’t save lives. Vaccination does’: Health experts shed light on global immunisation trends

At week-long immunisation workshop, they warn that Pakistan must begin preparing for life beyond donor support.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:14pm

Militant attacks surge to decade-high in August, says think tank

PICSS report highlights that most alarming escalation occurred in KP, especially in tribal districts with 51 attacks.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 08:50pm

Middle East

Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, scholars’ association says

“This is a definitive statement from experts in the field of genocide studies that what is going on on the ground in Gaza is genocide,” says association’s president.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 08:32pm

August inflation cools to 3pc, flood impact looms

Decreases by 0.6pc in August 2025 on a month-on-month basis.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 08:13pm

South Asia

SCO summit adopts joint declaration condemning Jaffar, Khuzdar, Pahalgam attacks

Says perpetrators, organisers and sponsors of such attacks must be brought to justice.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 07:59pm

South Asia

Trump says India offered to reduce tariffs on US goods to nothing

"It’s getting late. They should have done so years ago," US president says on Truth Social.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 07:05pm

Cake, community and a safe space: Karachi hosted its very first Cake Picnic this weekend

Three sisters with a love for desserts brought the Instagram-famous event to life for cake lovers in the port city.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 06:52pm

YouTuber Ducky Bhai to remain in NCCIA custody till Sept 3

The agency's request for an extension in the YouTuber's physical remand was granted by a Lahore magistrate.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 05:17pm

South Asia

Afghan Cricket Board calls for support from business community for quake victims

Minute of silence to be observed before start of UAE-Afghanistan tri-series match today; Zalmi Foundation pledges Rs10m to quake victims.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 07:03pm

A timeline of major earthquakes to have hit Afghanistan over past decade

Surrounded by mountains, Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes as it sits near junction of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, a highly active seismic zone.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 04:55pm

Building greener, people-centric infrastructure in Karachi is possible

Metropolitan cities must actively regenerate ecosystems disturbed through infrastructure design for long-term sustainability.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 04:48pm

KP & FATA

Fresh polio case in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank takes nationwide tally to 24

Marks the 16th case to come out of the province; anti-polio campaign to be carried out from Sept 15 to 18 in south of KP.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 04:25pm

UN sets up Pakistani network to curb ‘human trafficking’, enhance ‘migration governance’

Network will focus on "responding to the interconnected challenges of human trafficking and migrant smuggling".

Published 01 Sep, 2025 04:09pm

Punjab

Catastrophic rains, floods to trigger food shortages in Pakistan, warns UN

Three main crops of rice, sugarcane and sesame destroyed across Punjab, farmers body says.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 04:28pm

Morocco set to be first African qualifiers for 2026 World Cup

A matchday 7 win over Niger will give the Atlas Lions an unassailable lead in Group E.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 03:38pm

Thousands protest in Indonesia as military deployed in capital

“Our main goal is to reform the parliament. We hope the parliament will come out and meet us," says a protester.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 04:32pm

Alizeh Shah is done with showbiz and regrets ever being a part of it

The actor has made it clear she doesn't want projects, offers, or anyone's 'fake sympathy'.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 03:10pm

Top Featured

How climate change-driven displacement is reshaping Pakistan’s cities

The intersection of climate change and internal displacement presents a complex array of challenges, both immediate and long-term term for cities and for the people who are forced to migrate to them.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 04:19pm

Bollywood reels as AI rewrites endings and reimagines epics

Famed for its lavish song-and-dance numbers and vast production crews, India’s multibillion-dollar film industry is confronting a new kind of spectacle.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 01:25pm

Record prize money revealed for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup at $13.88m

Monumental rise of 297pc from $3.5m at last edition held in 2022; Jay Shah says "women cricketers must know they will be treated on par with men."

Published 01 Sep, 2025 12:49pm

What you need to know about Pakistan’s first-ever HPV vaccination drive for girls aged 9 to 14

It is set to kick off in Sindh, Punjab, Islamabad and AJK from September 15, and is targeting 13 million girls.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 12:39pm

Liverpool sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle for British record fee: reports

The 25-year-old striker scored 23 goals in the Premier League last season as Newcastle qualified for the Champions League.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 12:13pm

Where censorship silenced Pakistani cinema, it sparked a silver screen revolution in Iran

The 1980s were challenging for art in both countries, but while Pakistan’s film industry declined, Iranian filmmakers found new ways to express themselves.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 11:52am

PM Shehbaz raises Indus Waters Treaty issue at SCO, calls for dialogue on all outstanding disputes

Says Islamabad has evidence of involvement of "foreign hands" in terrorism on Pakistani soil; notes building ties with Kabul.

Updated 13 Sep, 2025 12:26pm

Crew of 5 dead as army helicopter crashes in GB’s Chilas due to ‘technical fault’: ISPR

SSP says helicopter was conducting test landing on newly proposed helipad.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 03:01pm

Piastri extends championship lead after Norris breakdown at Dutch Grand Prix

Racing Bulls’ 20-year-old French rookie Isack Hadjar finished third to become the fifth youngest podium finisher of all time.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 10:46am

Consensus reached on Minorities Rights bill amendments

Minorities Rights Bill forwarded to parliament for reconsideration, Presidency says.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 10:25am

Alcaraz, Djokovic stroll into US Open quarter-finals as Sabalenka cruises

Djokovic, 38, continued his latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title with a brisk 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 defeat of unseeded German Jan-Lennard Struff.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 09:59am

Analysis & Comment

Torn between preserving life and livelihood amid Punjab floods

The rural farming communities that live along the border are dependent on their livestock, and understandably averse to leaving them behind.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 10:33am

South Asia

Over 800 dead as 6.0-magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan

More than 2,000 injured, rescue efforts under way; PM Shehbaz extends condolences, says "we are ready to extend all possible support".

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:12pm

How to interpret the shift in US policy on Kabul

Trump aide hints at limited security cooperation, but experts say Taliban regime recognition is unlikely.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 08:57am

Editorial: Govt must invest in prison healthcare and integrate HIV prevention, treatment into wider health system

HIV outbreak among inmates highlights dangers of neglecting healthcare in closed institutions, reminds us of our failed response to the disease.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 10:12am

KP & FATA

PDMA releases Rs338m for militancy-hit districts

21,810 families registered as targeted military operation continues in Mamund.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:16am

KP & FATA

Four children injured as mortar shell hits house in Bajaur

Official sources say they have launched an investigation into the incident.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:07am

KP & FATA

KP urges Centre to engage partners for improving climate resilience

Letter says details of damage should not be considered final as monsoon spell continues.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:11am

Islamabad

HRCP urges enforcement of Article 9A for environmental rights

Report provides constitutional foundation for demanding clean air, safe drinking water, waste management, disaster preparedness, environmental justice.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 01:14pm

Islamabad

Consortium alleges parliamentary interference in ADB-funded N-55 highway project

Letter seeks Senate chairman’s intervention; senator vows to blacklist firm over alleged non-compliance and misrepresentation.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 12:39pm

Islamabad

Audit reveals serious regulation violations by Islamabad housing societies

Report highlights absence of digital monitoring; discrepancies include lack of plot transfer vetting and recurring irregularities.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 12:44pm

Punjab

Floodwater inundates relief camps in Kot Momin

Majority of residents still living in their submerged homes along with cattle.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 10:52am

Punjab

Prisoners at Sialkot district jail shifted

Labourers struggle to earn a living, afford food; dozens of villages cut off.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 10:46am

Punjab

‘Flood-prone’ housing schemes along Ravi rife with irregularities

Disparity muddies the water in different authorities’ approval mechanisms.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 01:47pm

Sindh

Thousands of people, livestock relocated from Sindh’s flood-prone areas

Strengthening of weak dykes almost complete, say officials.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 01:47pm

Sindh

Army, navy mobilised as Sindh prepares for ‘super flood’

Saving humans and cattle comes first, water infrastructure later, says CM Murad.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 10:55am

Sindh

Man booked for cousin’s rape in Karachi’s DHA

Police surgeon says medical examination confirmed sexual assault; victim states suspect forcibly took her to vacant house and raped her.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:02am

Sport

This is Pakistan’s best T20 team, says Hasan Nawaz after UAE thrashing

Pakistan shuffled their bowling line-up to bring in Hasan Ali and Salman Mirza in place of Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:02am

Sport

Nissanka ton helps Sri Lanka seal ODI series triumph over Zimbabwe

The 27-year-old right-hand opener claimed his seventh ODI ton by making 122 off 136 balls.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 12:17pm

Sport

Islamabad to host World Masters Weightlifting in February

More than 500 athletes from across the seven continents expected to feature in the event.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 11:31am

Business & Finance

Heads of state at Tianjin — let the talks begin

The meeting is expected to signal the emergence of an alternative to a global order dominated by the US-led West.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 05:17pm

Business

Plastic pollution and Pakistan’s economic future

Without community-level engagement and consistent enforcement, the plastic crisis will continue to threaten ecosystems, livelihoods, and public health.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 05:30pm

Business & Finance

Fixing Pakistan’s fragmented healthcare system

With thousands of medical centres on its panel, MedIQ uses digital interventions to provide quality healthcare.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 04:42pm

Business & Finance

Floods and fertility — a necessary crisis

As Punjab grapples with the harsh reality of urban flooding, Sindh’s riverine dwellers rejoice over the abundance of fish, fertile silt and soil.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 04:42am

Balochistan

Three injured in Hazarganji grenade attack

Unidentified motorcyclists attack private office and sped away.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 04:41am

KP & FATA

Four cops injured in attack near Babusar Top

Police report states assailants opened fire on van; one officer in critical condition after head injuries.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 10:10am

National

Flood survivors in Ghizer face mental health crisis

GB govt plans joint efforts for psychological rehabilitation in disaster-hit areas.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 09:59am

Punjab

Floods will keep 45 Lahore schools shut after holidays

Schools to remain closed primarily in severely flood-impacted areas, including Shahdara, Saggian, Maraka, Chung, Manga, Bund Road.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 12:17pm

National

Pakistan, Turkiye vow to raise Gaza genocide issue

PM Shehbaz, Erdogan meet on sidelines of SCO summit, condemn Israeli aggression.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 09:40am

National

Pakistan suspends mail to US amid tariff hike

Move comes amid fears that booked mail will be returned under the new US rules and duties.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 09:31am

Back Page

Wheat plantation area declined by 6.5pc in Pakistan, says Food and Agriculture Organisation

Removal of minimal support price since May 2024 blamed for decline in plantation area.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 09:11am

Balochistan

Ministers warn of flooding in Balochistan areas close to Sindh

Citizens urged to take precautionary measures; PDMA DG, officials visit vulnerable areas near Sindh border.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 09:12am

Back Page

Aid flotilla leaves Spain to ‘break illegal Gaza siege’

Greta Thunberg and other public figures sail to open a humanitarian corridor.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 08:07am

Back Page

Israel mulls taking over West Bank

IDF pounds Gaza City suburbs, claims killing of Hamas spokesman Abu Obeida.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 09:06am

Front Page

PTI to boycott by-poll for Senate seat on Aug 9th

Party's info secretary says will not accept "any unjust or imposed electoral process".

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 09:11am

Front Page

Govt retires Rs1.13tr debt to State Bank

MoF says Rs1.133tr repaid on Aug 29, on top of Rs500bn cleared in June; total early repayments cross Rs2.6tr.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 05:32pm

Front Page

Warnings of more rain, urban floods and Glofs to come

PMD alert shows "higher than normal" rise in temperature values.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 07:57am

Punjab

Over 2m displaced as Punjab braces for more torrents from India

Next 48 hours critical; PDMA warns of "exceptionally high flood" levels at Sutlej, Chenab through Sept 3; death toll rises to 33 in Punjab.

Updated 01 Sep, 2025 07:33am

South Asia

Tremors jolt KP, Punjab after 6-magnitude quake hits Afghanistan

No casualties or damage reported so far in the country as shocks also felt in India and Tajikistan.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 02:18am

Petrol price remains unchanged while high-speed diesel slashed by Rs3 per litre

Petrol price stands at Rs264.61, according to Finance Division notification.

Published 01 Sep, 2025 12:16am

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