News Archives for Latest - 2025-09-27

Atletico thrash Liga leaders Real Madrid in gripping derby

Kylian Mbappe and Arda Guler netted to put Real Madrid in front but Alexander Sorloth levelled for Atletico at the end of a thrilling first half.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 11:54pm

Australia eye historic World Cup double as Pakistan rely on familiarity of Colombo conditions

Pakistan skipper Fatima Sana says their main goal is to finish in the top four at Women's World Cup.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 10:41pm

At least 36 dead, over 50 injured in stampede at actor-politician Vijay’s rally in India’s Tamil Nadu: local media

At least 44 doctors from districts of Tiruchirappalli and Salem sent to Karur.

Updated 28 Sep, 2025 12:15am

KP & FATA

Four teenagers killed by explosive device in KP’s Bajaur: police

Bajaur DPO says deceased ranged in age between 13 and 18; MPA condemns attack in area "where authorities say there are no terrorists".

Published 27 Sep, 2025 09:22pm

Explainer: What is driving the fighting between Israel and Yemen’s Houthis?

Tel Aviv and Sanaa have traded missile and drone strikes since November 2023, after the former launched its attack on Gaza.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 08:11pm

KP & FATA

KP govt does not support ‘operations’, Gandapur tells Centre at PTI rally in Peshawar

KP CM calls on "federal institutions" to talk to Afghanistan and resolve the issue of terrorism in country.

Updated 29 Sep, 2025 03:05pm

Pakistan skipper Salman calls for aggression ahead of clash with India in Asia Cup final

Says, "every player knows how to deal with their emotions"; adds that handshakes still took place even under worse circumstances.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:34pm

Pakistan seek revenge against unbeaten India in Asia Cup final

India survived a scare in Friday’s dead rubber when they edged out Sri Lanka via Super Over.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 06:55pm

Govt plans to shut down 16 Afghan refugee camps amid ongoing repatriation

Camps across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Punjab are going to be affected; UN refugee agency expresses concern.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 06:07pm

Balochistan

11 killed in separate traffic accidents in Balochistan: officials

Eight burnt alive in Panjgur crash; three killed in Pishin incident.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 05:37pm

KP & FATA

Security forces kill 17 ‘India-sponsored’ terrorists in KP’s Lakki Marwat: ISPR

Weapons and ammunition recovered from slain terrorists, military’s media wing says.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 07:59pm

Jamming, drone attacks plague Global Sumud Flotilla’s final phase of mission

Ex-senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan says no Pakistani officials reached out after strike, assails Israel's attempts at “psychological warfare".

Published 27 Sep, 2025 04:49pm

KP & FATA

Gilgit-Baltistan traders end protest at Sost Dry Port after more than two months

Decision paves way for resumption of trade, tourism via Pakistan-China border at the location.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 04:56pm

Middle East

LPG tanker with 24 Pakistanis aboard attacked by Israeli drone at Yemen port: Mohsin Naqvi

Incident took place on Sept 17, vessel and crew out of Yemeni waters now, says interior minister; Pakistani nationals are "safe and sound", FO says.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 06:36pm

Succession’s Jeremy Strong to play Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network sequel

The Social Reckoning is slated to hit theatres in October next year.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 04:07pm

New drone sightings over Denmark’s biggest military base

"One to two drones were observed outside and over the airbase,” officer says.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 02:20pm

PM Shehbaz terms meeting with US President Trump ‘very encouraging’

Says US is ready to share "techniques" with Pakistan in areas of artificial intelligence, information technology and agriculture.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 02:41pm

Abhishek Bachchan’s jab at Pakistan’s cricket team backfires — Pakistanis ask if he can bat better than he acts

Pakistanis are a force to be reckoned with on the internet, especially when it comes to cross-border comments

Published 27 Sep, 2025 01:27pm

Palestine, UN reforms come under discussion as FM Dar meets General Assembly president

Dar also meets foreign ministers of Malaysia and Morocco.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 01:10pm

South Korea scrambles to restore services after major state data centre fire

Premier Kim says there were difficulties in containing fire due to "nature of critical government systems being concentrated at one site".

Published 27 Sep, 2025 11:51am

Defence minister skirts ‘nukes’ question, says defence pact has formalised relationship between KSA, Pakistan

“We have had a very long defence relationship with Saudi Arabia, spanning five or six decades," he says.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 02:28pm

Jennifer Lawrence says Israel’s actions in Palestine ‘no less than a genocide’

The star also called out the lack of integrity and empathy in US politics.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 10:50am

Khawaja Asif says ‘taken aback’ after FO distances itself from Shama Junejo’s presence in Pakistan’s UN delegation

FO clarifies she wasn't listed in official letter of credence for delegation; Asif says he was "disturbed that such people could be with delegation whom no one owns later".

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:16pm

Separating fact from fiction: What you need to know about the HPV vaccine

Data shows around 5,000 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed every year in Pakistan, out of which 64pc result in death.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 10:00am

Punjab

With 4.2 million affected by Punjab floods, prime minister doubles compensation for affectees

Food insecurity most critical in Multan, where 81.7pc of communities report very limited stocks; 76.2pc in Bahawalnagar, 74pc in Muzaffargarh, and 61.5pc in Bahawalpur say food will run out within days.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 11:40am

KP & FATA

Peshawar High Court stays deportation of Afghan refugee married to Pakistani woman

Directs Nadra to issue Pakistan Origin Card to him.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 11:36am

KP & FATA

Poverty root cause of extremism, says KP governor

Emphasises narrowing gap between federation and provinces, fair distribution of resources, and extending development benefits.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:39am

KP & FATA

Gunship helicopters pound terrorist hideouts in Lower Dir’s Maidan

Bannu police kill two terrorists in clash.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 11:32am

Islamabad

AJK High Court adjourns lockdown case

Petitioners maintain that lockdown was unlawful, amounted to “blackmailing tactics”.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:49am

Islamabad

Islamabad High Court summons intelligence officer in missing person case

Judge warns that matter could lead to criminal proceedings, criticising parliament for silence on issue.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:42am

Islamabad

80 electric buses to hit Rawalpindi roads in October

Punjab government to launch eco-friendly transport system across 10 routes.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:36am

Punjab

Action against three Vehari cops for impersonating CCD officials

Two arrested for blackmailing trader, extorting money by threatening to kill him.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:32am

Punjab

Why did HPV vaccination drive fail in Bahawalpur region?

Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rahim Yar Khan districts miss the targets by half.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 01:23pm

Punjab

Seminary student ‘tortured to death by teacher’ in Gujrat

Victim's father alleges severe physical torture with sticks and kicks by two suspects.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:29am

Punjab

Sutlej flood continues wreaking havoc in Multan, Bahawalpur, Lodhran

Floodwater stuck between the M-5 and Noraja Bhutta embankment affecting 200 villages.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:15am

Sindh

Sindh govt backs Karachi mayor over halt of Green Line extension work

On CM Murad’s instruction, local govt dept asks PIDCL to withdraw from uplift projects at the earliest.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:54am

Sindh

Sindh cabinet expanded to 23 as key portfolios reshuffled

Ismail Rahoo takes oath as universities and boards minister; Nasir Shah again given local govt portfolio in addition to energy.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:57am

Sindh

Two men confess to boy’s rape, murder in Karachi

Suspects had “personal enmity” with complainant’s family, lawyers says.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 10:05am

International

Climate change makes deadly impact on rains in South Asia

Monsoon has brought floods and landslides to region, but annual toll has risen over last decade, Indian experts say.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 11:23am

International

Scandal hits frontrunner in Japan PM race

Koizumi says was told "email was sent to proliferate support for me", but some comments "went too far and were inappropriate".

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 11:06am

International

US citizen claims $50m over violent ICE arrest

Footage shows man being violently manhandled by several masked and heavily armed agents.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 04:31am

Sport

Asia Cup: Pakistan head coach Hesson looking forward to ‘only match that really counts’

“We’ve deserved this opportunity, and now it’s up to us to make the most of it,” he says.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 08:36am

Sport

India edge Sri Lanka in Super Over thriller after Nissanka fireworks

India have already secured their place in Sunday’s final against Pakistan.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 04:31am

Sport

Europe grab 3-1 lead as US seek Trump boost at Ryder Cup

Trump faced with American carnage at Bethpage Black as Europe started 3-0 for the first time on US soil.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 08:40am

Business

Basmati crop remains resilient

Official estimates put damage in floods to 10pc of sowing area.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 11:17am

Business

Despite debt cut, risks to linger with Chinese IPPs

Power Minister Sardar Awais Leghari says forex-linked contracts will remain volatile for eight years.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 08:22am

Business

Public debt servicing to cost Rs6.4tr

Ministry of Finance releases Annual Borrowing Plan FY26.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 08:27am

Business

Bulls toss index above record 162,000-barrier

Rally propelled by investor enthusiasm after a key meeting between the leadership of Pakistan and the United States.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 08:28am

National

Zardari’s China visit opens door for defence, economic deals

Senator Mandviwala says Beijing possesses highly advanced defence technology that could benefit Pakistan.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:48am

Balochistan

Fresh police officers replace old cohort in Balochistan

Deployment is part of federal rotational policy, initiated after Aug 2024 Jaffer Express attack.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:41am

Balochistan

Balochistan Opposition MPAs stage walkout against Iran border closure

Say province facing insecurity and unemployment due to closure of border trade.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:47am

National

Former envoys hail ‘strategic moment’ in US-Pakistan ties

Masood Khan welcomes revival of intelligence cooperation.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:38am

National

Minister plans leasing of motorway land to boost NHA revenue

Calls for a uniform outsourcing policy with reviews every three months.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 04:30am

Back Page

Freed Samjhauta blast suspect gets promotion

India's National Investigation Agency shows no commitment to pursuing case further.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:01am

Back Page

UN identifies 158 firms linked to illegal Israeli settlements

Sixty-eight new companies added to the 2023 list.

Published 27 Sep, 2025 04:30am

Back Page

Judicial Commission of Pakistan panel debates benchmarks for judges’ performance

Members put forward suggestions, to be consolidated for discussion next week.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 08:05am

Back Page

US generals from across world asked to gather for rare meeting

“People are scrambling to change their plans and see if they have to attend,” one US official says.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:07am

Back Page

Isolated Netanyahu makes failed bid to justify ‘genocide’

Israeli leader speaks to empty chairs as scores of delegates exit UNGA hall to boycott his address.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 09:23am

Front Page

Film censorship law doesn’t apply to Netflix, Amazon: LHC

Says extending Motion Pictures Ordinance to streaming services will be "judicial legislation".

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 07:47am

Front Page

Govt scraps asset valuation column from tax return form

Decision taken on PM’s directive after committee’s recommendation; FBR analysis points to widespread reluctance in voluntary asset valuation.

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 07:32am

Front Page

Quadripartite moot urges Kabul to counter terrorism

China, Iran, Pakistan, and Russia call presence of terror groups a "serious threat to regional and global security".

Updated 27 Sep, 2025 11:44am

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