News Archives for Latest - 2025-09-15

UAE hammer Oman in Asia Cup to keep Super Four hopes alive

Waseem, who hit 69, and Sharafu with 51, put on 88 runs for the opening wicket to guide hosts UAE to a challenging 172-5 in Abu Dhabi.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:47pm

South Asia

Pak vs Ind: A serious crisis brews behind Pakistan Cricket Board’s letter to ICC

The rivals have played amidst geopolitical tensions before but the hostilities have never trickled onto the cricket field like they have now, with the PCB even contemplating withdrawal from Asia Cup.

Updated 16 Sep, 2025 06:18am

South Asia

India’s top court-appointed committee clears Ambani son’s wildlife centre of wrongdoing

Court says evidence does not support claims of illegal acquisitions or abuse.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 10:05pm

Pakistan skipper Fatima says focus on World Cup ahead of South Africa series

Three-match ODI series starts in Lahore on Tuesday, to be broadcast live on multiple platforms; Fatima says team focus on improving batting.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 08:34pm

President Zardari assures Shanghai Electric of amicably resolving ‘any outstanding issues’

Invites firm to explore further investment in the modernisation of Pakistan’s transmission and distribution network.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 07:48pm

US, China reach framework deal on TikTok during Madrid meeting

US president set to speak with Chinese counterpart on Friday; Trump says trade meeting between both nations went "very well".

Published 15 Sep, 2025 07:43pm

KP & FATA

Two new polio cases reported in southern KP, taking country-wide tally to 26

NIH says out of 126 environmental samples tested for polio virus in August, 75 have been found negative.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 07:06pm

Social media influencer Samiya Hijab agrees to withdraw complaint in ‘kidnapping and harassment’ case

Bail for the suspect set at Rs20,000; hearing briefly adjourned before Samiya appeared in court.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 06:40pm

Adolescence star Owen Cooper becomes youngest boy actor to win a Primetime Emmy

'I was nothing about three years ago. I’m here now,' the 15-year-old said upon winning the award for his breakout role.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 05:40pm

Imaan Mazari approaches IHC committee, SJC against Justice Sarfraz Dogar

Requests inquiry body to begin investigation, declare IHC chief justice “guilty of harassing the complainant" and issue recommendations to SJC.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:09pm

‘Lack of sportsmanship’: Reactions pour in after India refuse to shake hands with Pakistan in Asia Cup

Cricketers, politicians express disappointment at India's conduct.

Updated 16 Sep, 2025 04:15pm

South Asia

India, US to hold trade talks in New Delhi on Tuesday, negotiator says

India's chief negotiator says both nations will "fast-track" trade talks, but does not offer additional details.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 04:37pm

Pakistan again holds interest rate at 11pc as floods stoke inflation fears

PSX sees recovery to cross 155,000-point mark; policy rate has remained unchanged since May.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 05:43pm

KP & FATA

Security forces kill 31 terrorists in Lakki Marwat, Bannu operations: ISPR

Security forces kill 14 terrorists in Lakki Marwat, another 17 in Bannu, military's media wing says.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 02:42pm

‘Today, we say goodbye to a little angel’: Celebrities mourn the death of child star Umer Shah

From Adnan Siddiqui to Momal Sheikh, many are lamenting the tragic demise of the Jeeto Pakistan fame star.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 02:00pm

South Asia

PCB seeks Pakistan-India match referee’s removal from Asia Cup over alleged violations of ICC rules

Chairperson Naqvi says board lodged complaint with ICC over violation of rules pertaining to "Spirit of Cricket"; Pycroft is scheduled to be referee for Pak-UAE match.

Updated 16 Sep, 2025 11:47am

Trump vows national emergency in Washington DC over ICE dispute

US president blames "radical left Democrats" for pressuring DC mayor into non-cooperation with border agency.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 01:11pm

Private sector fears climate emergency could lead to more taxes as country reels from floods

Several sector leaders supported an international appeal to tap into global climate and humanitarian aid funds.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 12:59pm

The puzzle of person-to-merchant vs peer-to-peer transactions

The challenge is that most of our financial institutions have little merchant acquiring expertise.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 12:48pm

South Asia

Indian forces gun down top Maoist rebel, two others

Maoist central committee member Sahdev Soren had a bounty of $113,000 for his capture.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 12:44pm

Child star Umer Shah of Jeeto Pakistan passes away

Ahmad Shah announced his younger brother's passing with an Instagram post asking fans to keep the family in their prayers.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 12:30pm

Higher education declining, agri hit hardest

Many universities struggle to pay staff, while rising fees push university education beyond the reach of a large segment of society.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 12:18pm

Bear attack on singer Quratulain Balouch sparks row between trip organisers and GB Wildlife Department

While organisers blame the GB officials for negligence, the wildlife department says Balouch’s team ignored their advice, leading to the attack.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 12:01pm

Many remain cautious as ‘an element of uncertainty still hangs’ over CPEC cooperation

“Security remains the foremost challenge while Pakistan’s fragile economic conditions are discouraging for Chinese investors," says an economist.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 11:59am

Top Featured

Israeli strikes on Doha have shattered US credibility. Where do Gulf states go from here?

Israel’s attack on Doha has pierced the myth of the American security umbrella, leaving Gulf states to question whether Washington can still shield them in a fracturing Middle East.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 11:54am

Middle East

Arab, Muslim leaders urge review of Israel ties after Qatar attack

PM Shehbaz suggests task force to check Israeli expansionism; Qatar emir says Israel attack aimed to derail Gaza talks.

Updated 23 Feb, 2026 01:12pm

Local government bodies decry lack of financial transfers even as expenditures rise

Facing financial challenges, KMC formally requested the Sindh govt to issue a new PFC Award without further delay.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 11:32am

Wrapped in keffiyeh, Javier Bardem says he cannot ‘work with someone that justifies or supports genocide’ at the Emmys

The Oscar winner used the 77th Emmy Awards red carpet to urge sanctions on Israel.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 11:29am

Rise of digital currencies could one day pose a real threat to Pakistan’s economy

With the growing popularity of digital currencies, poorer countries may have to grapple with the negative consequences.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:59am

The hidden tax on progress

Many federal and provincial development projects remain stuck in disputes and mismanagement, delaying completion and escalating costs.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 11:18am

2025 floods: More dark clouds on the horizon as waters move south

Downpour in Punjab, KP, GB and AJK forecast for next 4 days; Guddu, Sukkur barrages brace for 700,000 cusec inflows.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 10:38am

Punjab

HPV vaccination of 2.5 million out-of-school girls becomes a daunting task after Punjab floods

EPI prepares to reach out to 8m girls, including those in marginalised communities.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 10:09am

Sindh

Karachi judge rules trial courts can entertain bail in drug cases registered after amendment to narcotics law

Dismisses pleas in cases registered before the amendment to the Sindh Control of Narcotic Substances Act.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 10:02am

Meagre govt compensation hampers Beshonai residents’ recovery

Most of the village is in ruins, and mangled steel bars, broken roofs, and columns are peering out from under the rubble.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 09:34am

Pak vs Ind: Latest match once again highlights developmental, structural failures in Pakistan cricket

The most consistent performers in Pakistan’s innings seemed to be the umpires, given their readiness to deliver verdicts in India’s favour.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 09:29am

Frustration with Kabul could risk a breakdown in ties, which does not serve Pakistan’s interests

This year, Pakistan switched course from this purely coercive approach to a carrot-and-stick policy.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:26am

Editorial: Govt’s fiscal mismanagement has made state unable to protect Pakistanis when disaster strikes

The resurgent debt-to-GDP ratio increasing to 70.2pc in one year should be of concern to policymakers.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 08:38am

Business

On the climate crusade — the private sector’s role

Pakistani businesses often view CSR as charity when the focus should rather be on long-term responsibility tied to climate resilience.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 12:25pm

Business

Addressing issues in devolution

Local government bodies decry lack of financial transfers even as expenditures rise.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:32am

Business & Finance

Spectrum locked at 274 MHz?

The state and private sector disagree over spectrum auctions as the country continues to struggle with stunted internet connectivity.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 12:21pm

KP & FATA

Ice peddler killed in Hangu police ‘encounter’

Child abducted by the suspect was rescued.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 06:29am

KP & FATA

New strategy to cut supply line of terrorists in border areas

Officials say intensified border surveillance will halt infiltration of militants into Khyber and Bajaur.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:30am

KP & FATA

State has become helpless before terrorists, says Fazl

JUI-F chief says govt failed to bring any change in policy.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:28am

Islamabad

Registration exam for foreign medical graduates essential for safety of patients: PMDC

Licensing exams provide fair, standardised way to evaluate all graduates, regardless of where they studied, council's spokesperson says.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:42am

Islamabad

Over 2,000 capital forces ready to quell AJK police strike

Protesters' demands include increases in medical allowance, conveyance allowance, house rent, career progression system, retirement policies.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 04:19pm

Islamabad

Woman ‘burnt alive by brother-in-law’ in Rawalpindi

Police arrest suspect, register murder case against him.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 06:29am

Punjab

Ahmadiyya man escapes attack outside home in Sahiwal

Victim says he was standing near the gate of his house when two young men approached, fired directly at him.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:19am

Punjab

400 ancient coins discovered from hill torrent in Dera Ghazi Khan

Locals find coins near a shrine; ruins of an ancient check post also discovered.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:16am

Sindh

CM Murad witnesses passage of high flood at Guddu, Sukkur barrages

Inspects vulnerable dykes along Indus course; expresses satisfaction over flood-fighting measures.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 09:57am

Sindh

KMC nearly doubles municipal utility charges for industries, shops

Fixed rate for industrial, commercial consumers increased from Rs400 to Rs750.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 09:54am

International

Tens of thousands join Ankara protest ahead of court showdown

Today’s hearing seeks to overturn results of CHP’s Nov 2023 congress on grounds of vote-rigging.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 06:29am

International

Kenya’s only breastmilk bank, life-line for premature babies

Underweight babies face daunting array of risks and breastmilk can tip the scales in their favour.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 06:29am

International

UK police vow ‘further arrests’ after far-right rally violence

PM Starmer says won’t tolerate racial intimidation after anti-immigrant protest.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:19am

International

Nepali ‘youthquake’ shakes the Himalayan state

The Sept 8 Gen Z protest was a mix of ire and dreams.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:24am

South Asia

No handshakes as India beat Pakistan in Asia Cup

Suryakumar says move in alignment “with the BCCI and the govt”, dedicates win to Indian army.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:00am

Sport

Mbappe shines as Real Madrid defeat Sociedad

Mbappe and Arda Guler’s first-half goals are enough for Los Blancos to maintain their 100pc record.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:38am

Sport

Crawford shocks Alvarez for undisputed super middleweight world title

Crawford silences critics who claimed his sparkling resume was packed with substandard opponents.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 10:35am

Business

Updating agri-lending

With increased defaults from farmers as a result of current floods, the terms of new financing from money lenders would be more onerous than usual.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 12:15pm

Business & Finance

Finance: The hidden tax on progress

Many federal and provincial development projects remain stuck in disputes and mismanagement, delaying completion and escalating costs.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:17am

Business & Finance

Rallying support for those in need

The private sector is not inclined towards the idea of declaring an emergency, fearing it could trigger additional taxation or further hikes in tax rates.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 12:58pm

Business & Finance