News Archives for Latest - 2025-09-20

IAEA praises Pakistan’s partnership, progress in peaceful nuclear programme

PAEC chairman reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to peaceful applications of nuclear technology in line with national development priorities, IAEA frameworks.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 10:12pm

Pentagon imposes new restrictions on US media

Trump calls negative media coverage of his administration "illegal".

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:45pm

Pakistan will have to adapt to floods as the new normal, says expert

Dialogue Earth speaks to water resource management expert Muhammad Ehsan Leghari on how severe flooding can be better managed even as the country remains vulnerable to it.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 07:36pm

Asia Cup: Hridoy and Hassan steer Bangladesh past Sri Lanka in last over thriller

Hridoy's 58 and Hassan's 61 get the Tigers over the line with 4 wickets to spare; Pakistan play India next on Sunday.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:55pm

Asia Cup: Pakistan cancel pre-match press conference ahead of redemption clash with India

PCB official says board moved on after Pycroft's 'apology'; Ramiz Raja says Green Shirts need to "reset" strategy.

Updated 21 Sep, 2025 12:07am

Indian skipper sidesteps handshake issue ahead of Pakistan-India rematch

Changes subject when asked about the handshake issue and Pycroft's presence.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 06:17pm

Punjab

Five children among 7 killed in Punjab’s Hafizabad district roof collapse: police

Incident took place while a woman and her son were holding tuition classes in a house; one child critically injured, according to Rescue 1122.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:04pm

Top Featured

Judiciary under siege: Rule of law or rule of men?

History has a strange way of rhyming. Sometimes it repeats as farce, sometimes as tragedy — and sometimes, in Pakistan, it comes back wearing the same last name.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 05:24pm

Afghanistan bans 679 books from university campuses — most are by women and Iranian authors

The Taliban regime also banned 18 courses from university curricula, including courses on gender and human rights.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 05:08pm

Sindh

Female camel tortured for ‘destroying crops’ in Sukkur handed over to Karachi shelter

Two suspects arrested, search for third suspect under way; CDRS Benji says "landowner viciously broke" 2-year-old camel's leg.

Updated 21 Sep, 2025 06:00am

Americans would dominate board of new TikTok US entity: White House

China sticks to its stance on TikTok’s US future after Trump call, says encourages a deal that "strikes a balance of interests".

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:47pm

Cyberattack disrupts European airports including Heathrow, Brussels

Frankfurt Airport unaffected; EasyJet operating as normal.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 03:47pm

Sidra Amin is the first Pakistani woman to score consecutive ODI centuries and the internet can’t keep calm

Her performance gave fans some respite from an otherwise abysmal week of sports by scoring a spectacular century against South Africa on Friday.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 03:26pm

Ukraine President Zelensky says will meet Trump next week as Russia intensifies attacks

Will discuss security guarantees for Ukraine and sanctions on Russia during the talks, Zelensky says.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 03:19pm

Islamabad court indicts accused in teenage social media influencer Sana Yousaf’s murder case

Accused Umar Hayat pleads not guilty, says all allegations levelled against him are "based on falsehood"; he had earlier confessed to the crime.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 04:36pm

World’s top tech and AI firms engaging in copyright infringement, say music publishers

Top global body of music publishers says generative AI is illegally reproducing artists' voices and lyrics.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 11:47am

Trump sought London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s exclusion from banquet hosted by King Charles

Trump branded Khan as “one of the worst mayors in the world”, accusing him of failing on crime and immigration.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 11:42am

Haj applicants’ personal info among stolen data worth over Rs65bn being sold on dark web: senator

PTA chief confirms his own SIM data circulating on the dark web since 2022; PTCL-Telenor merger in final stages.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 11:18am

Islamabad

Shireen Mazari says Islamabad police ‘surrounded’ her house, enquired about daughter Imaan and son-in-law Hadi

"At 1am this morning, a heavily armed raiding party of ICT police ... surrounded my home and asked for Imaan and Hadi," former minister says.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 09:22pm

British group Massive Attack join over 400 musicians in No Music for Genocide campaign

The group have blocked their music from being streamed in Israel on Spotify.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 10:59am

Trump’s $100,000 fee for H-1B visas, a tech industry favourite, concerns India

New fee is a one-time payment only imposed on new applicants, White House clarifies; India says visa fee hike could disrupt families.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:57pm

UNGA at 80: Time to act on climate change

The outcome of the 80th session must not be limited to lofty speeches, but choose justice over delay and action over apathy.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 09:16am

What kind of actions should bring Middle Eastern countries together when threatened by Israel?

The starting point should be the examination of models of ad hoc or permanent arrangements that guarantee them backup and mutual support.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 08:59am

Editorial: Pakistan should reiterate that its nuclear weapons are meant solely for self-defence

While expansion of defence cooperation is worth pursuing, all relevant circles should exercise caution in their words and actions about the Pak-Saudi pact.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 08:37am

KP & FATA

Thousands gather in Swat for peace

Residents warn they will challenge terrorists if government fails to oust them.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 02:35pm

Islamabad

CDA allocates land for five police stations

Islamabad police seek more land for another five police stations .

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 01:58pm

Islamabad

CDA, Pakistan Railways finalise draft MoU for Islamabad-Pindi train service

Project aims to launch electric train with a feeder bus network to improve connectivity and reduce traffic in twin cities.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 05:59am

Islamabad

Man arrested for digging up grave to perform ‘black magic’ in Rawalpindi

Suspect awarded four days of physical remand; police confirm no signs of violence or injury to body.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 01:50pm

Punjab

More than 300,000 tonnes of wheat recovered from hoarders in Punjab

Strategic management wing also established to report demand and supply, availability and prices in local and international markets.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 12:22pm

Punjab

Four ‘cops’ kidnap man in Lahore, release him after receiving Rs4m ransom

Victim says suspects occupied his car's seats on pretext of searching the vehicle and later blindfolded him.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 12:29pm

Punjab

All 11 M-5 passengers safely recovered from Katcha dacoits

Incident happened after police operation near Punjab-Sindh border and Indhar gang threatened retribution.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 02:06pm

Sindh

Sindh barrages safe but dykes, bridges still under immense pressure: lawmaker

MPA Nadir Magsi wants the government to do more for safe passage of deluges, says round-the-clock monitoring underway at many dykes.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 01:57pm

Sindh

Karachi man gets 24 years in prison for throwing acid on estranged wife

State prosecutor says convict was a drug addict, used to beat the victim.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 01:00pm

Sindh

Call to restore natural waterways to prevent urban flooding in Karachi

Many housing societies, Malir Expressway built on path of water channels termed "environmentally unfriendly".

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 12:59pm

International

US plans to sell weapons worth $6.4bn to Israel

Planned package includes a deal worth $3.8bn for 30 AH-64 Apache attack helicopters and $1.9bn for 3,250 infantry assault vehicles.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:46am

International

Russian jets enter Estonia’s airspace in test for Nato

Incursion comes just over a week after more than 20 Russian drones entered Polish airspace.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 05:58am

International

Judge throws out Trump’s $15bn lawsuit against New York Times

Judge said Trump’s complaint was too long and burdensome, and violated a federal civil procedure rule by omitting a short and plain statement of why he should win.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:53am

International

75 killed in attack on mosque in key Darfur city

Satellite imagery released by Yale University’s lab shows RSF forces advancing on multiple fronts.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:36am

Sport

IOC to allow Russians, Belarusians under neutral flag at 2026 Winter Olympics

Russian and Belarusian athletes who reach qualifying times will be vetted for any links to the Russian military, support of its war in Ukraine.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 02:12pm

Sport

Rashford stars as Barca beat Newcastle, City see off Napoli

Haaland’s header for City puts him on 50 goals in 49 Champions League appearances.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 02:05pm

Sport

Trio of titles on a golden night for US at world championships

“I am now looking forward to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics,” American sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden says.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 02:17pm

Sport

Australian skipper Cummins says ‘hopeful’ he’ll take part in Ashes

Australia coach Andrew McDonald confident Cummings will play a key part in the series.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 02:21pm

Business

PSX settles above 158,000 mark for first time

Market participants taking a wait-and-see approach amid high levels and upcoming derivatives expiry.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:23am

Business

Weekly inflation rises 4.17pc

Retail prices of tomatoes, onions, and potatoes have surged in recent days, driven by crop damage caused by flooding.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:12am

Business

Repatriation of profit doubles in July-August

Outflows surpass FDI as outward remittances swell to $593m.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:09am

Business

Artistic Milliners, Cone Denim form global platform

Combined operations will continue under the historic Cone Denim name, while Artistic Milliners’ existing Pakistan business will remain independent.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:04am

Business

Global banks feel heat after Trump’s Fed attack

Trump’s recent attacks have caused quite a stir as central bank independence is considered a key factor in protecting price stability.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 11:07am

Business

Islamabad, Beijing sign three pacts to boost trade ties

MoUs inked in livestock, textiles and fire truck manufacturing.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:55am

National

PTI welcomes ‘historic’ defence pact with Riyadh

Says it “looked forward to further details of the agreement likely to be shared with the people of Pakistan".

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:42am

Balochistan

FIA arrests 16 in Quetta crackdown on human trafficking, Hawala business

Those held include 14 Afghan nationals who were planning to cross into Iran illegally to proceed to European countries.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:39am

Sindh

Bilawal urges PM to fulfil promises regarding Karachi uplift

Says Sindh govt has consistently raised city’s issues with federal authorities.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:15am

Punjab

Lahore ATC proceeds against May 9 suspects for not appearing

Issues arrest warrants for 8 accused in Jinnah House and Askari Tower attacks.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:13am

National

NA panel seeks support system for pilgrims

Directs ministry to draft framework for those visiting Iraq and Saudi Arabia; calls for continuing traditional "Salaar" system.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 10:01am

National

Imaan Mazari, others booked for tussle with Islamabad bar chief

FIR includes terror charges; case filed over altercation following lawyers’ protest at IHC to oppose Justice Jahangiri's suspension.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 09:52am

Punjab

Electric buses launched in Sargodha

CM Maryam says 105 electric buses would be operational within Sargodha division; criticises Imran.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 09:56am

Back Page

China’s Xi asks Trump to avoid ‘unilateral trade decisions’

Both presidents plan to meet in South Korea in 6 weeks; Trump hails progress with his Chinese counterpart, including on selling TikTok.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:48am

Middle East

33 more killed as Israel presses ahead with Gaza assault

Nearly half million flee the enclave; envoy says US has spoken with Gulf states about post-war Gaza administration.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:43am

Back Page

UK, Ireland announce new deal on legacy of ‘Troubles’

London to replace controversial legislation designed to draw a line under issues stemming from three decades of violence in Northern Ireland.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 09:21am

Middle East

UN General Assembly approves wider role for Palestine amid US visa denials

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to address via video link; nearly dozen states expected to recognise Palestinian state next week.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:22am

Back Page

Bid to lift UNSC nuclear sanctions on Iran fails to pass

Russia, China, Pakistan and Algeria vote in favour; 9 against; 2 abstentions; Islamabad urges peaceful resolution.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:15am

Front Page

Punjab to set up flood relief committees at local level

Survey app, monitoring dashboard introduced for transparent aid distribution; Sutlej breach submerges 150 villages in Multan, Lodhran, Bahawalpur.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 07:55am

Front Page

Gulf states to form ‘regional shield’ against threats

GCC leaders vow tighter intel sharing under Unified Military Command; plan missile early warning system, joint drills.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:06am

Balochistan

Balochistan wants families to report ‘missing’ relatives, those with militant links

Envisions sworn affidavits disowning relatives linked to militancy; non-compliant individuals to be treated as abettors, facilitators.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 07:47am

Front Page

Afghan repatriation resumes after Chaman blast

Authorities had suspended repatriation after the deadly blast at taxi stand and evacuated families from the area for their safety.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 07:42am

Front Page

Defence Minister’s contradictory take fuels conjecture over nuclear-angle in Saudi pact

Khawaja Asif first suggests nuclear capabilities may be extended to KSA; later retracts, says nuclear weapons "not on the radar"; FO adopts cautious approach.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 08:27am

Front Page

IHC’s Justice Jahangiri challenges order barring him from work

Appeal cites previous SC ruling, which held that the Constitution did not permit any restraint on exercise of judicial powers by a judge.

Updated 20 Sep, 2025 07:28am

KP & FATA

Afghan national among 3 ‘terrorists’ killed by CTD in KP’s Khyber

CTD says they were operating under foreign-based, foreign-funded handlers with active plans to conduct major terrorist activities in Peshawar and Khyber.

Published 20 Sep, 2025 12:01am

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