News Archives for Latest - 2025-10-13

Funeral prayers offered for personnel martyred in border clash with Afghan Taliban

Military and civil officials offer prayers for 12 martyrs at Chaklala Garrison; two other soldiers laid to rest in their native towns in Punjab.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 11:45pm

Heavy rains flood Mexico towns, leave nearly 130 dead or missing

Hidalgo and Veracruz are the states worst affected, with 29 deaths and 18 missing reported in Veracruz, and 21 deaths and 43 missing in Hidalgo.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 11:12pm

De Klerk steers South Africa to last over win against Bangladesh at Women’s World Cup

For Bangladesh, it was a tale of missed chances, a sharper fielding effort could well have tilted the scales their way.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 11:05pm

Athletics Federation of Pakistan names management committee for Punjab Athletics Association

Decision comes day after lifetime ban imposed on Salman Butt and PAA elections in August declared "illegal, unconstitutional, and null and void”.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 10:13pm

Pakistan Army wins gold at Exercise Cambrian Patrol 2025 in the UK: ISPR

137 teams from 36 Countries participated in the exercise.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 08:05pm

KP & FATA

PHC seeks reply from AAG on PTI’s chief minister oath plea

PTI counsel Salman Akram says Kundi given time to "clarify if he would administer the oath” to Sohail Afridi.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:53pm

India and Canada agree on new roadmap for relations

Agree to collaborate on areas such as critical minerals, trade and agricultural value chains.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 07:57pm

Madagascar’s president has left the country after Gen Z protests, officials say

Thousands of people gather in a square in the capital, shouting “the president must quit now”.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 07:39pm

India close on victory after Campbell and Hope lift Windies

West Indies will draw solace from being able to force a final-day finish after being made to follow on.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 07:34pm

Ancelotti ready to make World Cup history with Brazil

Says, "no foreign-born coach has ever won the World Cup, but there is always a first time in life."

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 07:53pm

France’s Macron won’t resign, as no-confidence votes threaten his new government

The newly appointed cabinet meets for a first time on Monday afternoon and must present a budget by Wednesday.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 07:05pm

Former Test batter Wazir Mohammad dies at 95

Wazir's younger brother Sadiq Mohammad remembers him as "a guiding light".

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:40pm

Bridgerton’s fourth season is getting a two-part release on Jan 29 and Feb 26

This latest season focuses on the love life of Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 06:19pm

Trio win Nobel economics prize for work on innovation, growth and ‘creative destruction’

Award comes at a potential inflection point for the global economy with many expecting artificial intelligence to spark a new growth spurt.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 06:18pm

PSX plummets by 4,600 points after weekend Afghan skirmish, TLP crackdown

Benchmark KSE-100 Index slumps 2.85 per cent to close at 158,443.42.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 06:25pm

Middle East

In Jerusalem, Trump hails ‘historic dawn of a new Middle East’ after Gaza ceasefire deal

Address to Israeli parliament briefly interrupted by left-wing lawmaker.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 07:51pm

China very concerned about border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, foreign ministry says

“China is willing to continue to play a constructive role in improving and developing Pakistan-Afghanistan relations,” foreign ministry spokesperson says.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 07:02pm

We’ve finally got our first look at Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan’s Neelofar

The highly-anticipated film is set to release on November 28.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 03:14pm

Our favourite celebrity looks from the 2025 HUM Awards

From Mawra's gorgeous red gown and Hania Aamir's blue velvet kameez and pants, to Shuja Asad's statement coat, there was a lot to talk about.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 02:14pm

Middle East

Trump thanks PM Shehbaz and ‘my favourite’ Field Marshal Asim Munir for Gaza peace efforts

Invites PM Shehbaz to give address at ceremony for peace in Middle East; Shehbaz nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize again.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 11:06pm

Top Featured

Does KP have two chief ministers now? Legal experts weigh in

As PTI’s Sohail Afridi takes oath amid uproar, KP finds itself in a constitutional fog — a province with, at least on paper, two chief ministers and legal experts divided over who truly holds power.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 02:36pm

Australia’s Cummins admits he may not be fit for first Ashes Test

Given he has not started bowling yet, Cummins said he was not prepared to commit to being ready to play the day-night second Ashes test.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 01:55pm

Coco Gauff takes confidence from Wuhan Open triumph ahead of WTA Finals title defence

Coco Gauff said her victory at the Wuhan Open on Sunday had boosted her confidence after a disappointing run of...

Published 13 Oct, 2025 01:05pm

‘No rest, no reprieve’: Netizens decry brutal killing of journalist Saleh Al-Jafarawi in Gaza

Reports suggest that he was killed by Israel-backed militia groups.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 12:45pm

Noman derails South Africa to 216-6 in first Pakistan Test

Proteas' Zorzi batted with guts, knocking nine boundaries and a six, combating Noman, who claimed 4-85.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 06:46pm

Justice Mandokhail wonders whether judges can hear 26th Amendment case if they are its ‘beneficiaries’

Former SCBA president Abid Shahid Zuberi continues his arguments; hearing adjourned till tomorrow.

Updated 15 Oct, 2025 03:53pm

Gretchen Walsh wins 100m fly, Leon Marchand falls again at swimming short course World Cup

Australia’s Kaylee McKeown turned the tables on world record-holder Regan Smith in the women’s 200m backstroke with a win in 1:58.86.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 11:50am

The glamour and the grit: Behind the scenes at the HUM Awards

What covering the awards for the second time taught me about the real powerhouses behind the show.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 11:05am

South Asia

India watchdog asks Air India to inspect emergency power system on some 787 jets

India’s aviation regulator also asks Boeing to submit report providing details.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 10:42am

Pakistan eyeing 400-run mark in first Test against South Africa, says Imam

Says he expects Gaddafi Stadium pitch to offer more turn in coming days.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:46am

‘I’m good at making peace’: Trump turns attention to border skirmishes between Pakistan and Afghanistan

"I’m good at solving wars, I’m good at making peace and it is an honour to do it," he says.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:53am

Recent Indian statements may just be empty threats but Pakistan cannot lower its guard

Domestic pressure on the Indian government could compel it to act recklessly.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 08:56am

Rice growers complain of ‘unjustified deductions’ by millers

Rice growers struggle with insufficient prices set by millers in the absence of a government regulatory framework.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 08:56am

Donkey farming holds high potential in Pakistan

The blooming industry could become an unexpected contributor to export diversification, rural incomes, and stronger economic ties.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 08:47am

Editorial: It would not be in Pakistan’s interest to let ties with Kabul deteriorate further

Pakistan must also be wary of the fact that India and the Afghan Taliban have suddenly experienced a warming of ties.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 08:45am

Wheat prices continue to rise despite tightened controls

Wheat prices soar as the supply-demand balance is under pressure amid the government’s continual claims of ‘sufficient stocks’.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 08:23am

How to incentivise cooperative farming

Cooperative farming is a bottom-up approach to bring a vital segment of the informal economy into the documented sector.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 08:10am

A night of deadly clashes on Pak-Afghan border

How it all started from a drone strike on a hideout of terrorists.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 08:48am

Punjab

Quality of material used in Punjab’s Wasa, PHED schemes to be reassessed

All schemes completed in the last five years to be reassessed along with materials being used in ongoing schemes.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:55am

Policymakers need to sow seeds of long-term economic renewal while facing short-term challenges

Amid short-term struggles, the need to set a long-term course cannot be postponed.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 07:51am

KP & FATA

PTI’s Sohail Afridi elected KP chief minister in session marred by opposition walkout

Afridi secures 90 votes.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:04pm

How warming in ties with US has given Pakistan an opportunity to reset its energy diplomacy

Trilateral model of American technology, Chinese construction expertise, Pakistani oversight could share risk while balancing strategic interests.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 07:35am

Punjab

Traffic restored in Chiniot after night-long closure by truckers

Transporters closed main roads leading out of city in protest against banning their entry to certain roads.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:03am

Punjab

Octogenarian woman ‘killed for Rs1.2m gold ornaments’ in Punjab’s Chandala

Official sources say further investigation requires exhumation of woman’s body and autopsy on court orders.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:20am

Business

Poor progress on SDGs

The reckless pursuit of commercial interests at any cost has stifled human potential and diverted resources away from a dignified future.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 08:42am

Business & Finance

Increasing downloads, decreasing developers

The only thing growing faster than Pakistan’s app downloads is the number of developers deciding it’s easier to build for other markets.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 08:32am

KP & FATA

South Waziristan reports ‘sharp’ increase in measles cases

Most affected areas include Wana, Toi Khulla, Birmal, and Shakai tehsils.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:06am

KP & FATA

Afghan attack threatens regional stability: KP governor

Such actions undermine spirit of good neighbourly relations between the two countries, he says.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:03am

KP & FATA

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa records first death of year from dengue

Total number of cases reaches 3,236.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:59am

Islamabad

CDA launches cleanliness campaign around Rawal Dam

Drive launched while treatment plants project faces delay.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:19am

Islamabad

Over a million children to receive polio drops across Rawalpindi

Deputy Commissioner Hassan Waqar Cheema says recent environmental samples indicate presence of poliovirus.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 10:31am

Sindh

Dumper kills man, smashes six vehicles in Karachi

The driver, who possessed a "fake" licence, was arrested, police say.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:56am

Sindh

Chimpanzee caught in police action 25 years ago dies at Karachi Zoo

Bibi was captured after she and her mate had escaped from a PECHS house in 2000, a KMC official says.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 12:10pm

Sindh

Rising numbers of stray dogs in Karachi make citizens’ lives unbearable

Street dogs roam freely everywhere in city including educational institutions, public parks; frequent attacks spread fear among residents.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:44am

International

Cameroon’s 92-year-old president poised for eighth term

Biya has been in power since 1982, has won every election in past 20 years with more than 70pc of the vote.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:14am

International

China, Philippines trade accusations over vessel clash

Philippine Maritime Council vow diplomatic action; Chinese coast guard says Philippine vessels "illegally entered waters".

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:08am

International

Road map for Global South development

Global Development Initiative aligns closely with development needs of developing countries and contributes to realising the UN 2030 Agenda.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 09:26am

Sport

Campbell leads West Indies fightback against Kuldeep-inspired India

West Indies still need 97 runs to make India bat again.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 06:56am

Sport

Healy’s heroics power Australia to record-breaking chase against India

A hurt Perry returned to hit the match-winning six to cap off the highest successful run chase in the history of women’s ODIs.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 08:19pm

Balochistan

Better pay for Balochistan young doctors urged

Health expert says young doctors in Balochistan earn significantly less than their counterparts in other provinces.

Published 13 Oct, 2025 06:56am

National

SMEDA proposes tweaks to boost small and medium enterprise coordination

Board reviewed SME formalisation initiative and proposed amendments to Smeda Ordinance 2002.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 08:16am

National

Nationwide polio campaign kicks off today

Kids to also receive supplementary Vitamin A dose during the week-long drive; over 830,000 children are missed every time.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 07:41am

KP & FATA

6 workers trapped in mine collapse in Kurram

An explosion caused part of the mine to collapse amid a sudden rise in water levels, officials say.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 08:20am

Balochistan

Prisoners convicted under ATA not entitled to pardon, says Balochistan High Court

BHC emphasises Anti-Terrorism Act is a special law that takes precedence over general laws.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 12:30pm

KP & FATA

Opposition alliance TTAP urges talks with Kabul, joint parliamentary session

Accuses goverment of creating hurdles for PTI-nominated KP CM.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 07:35am

Punjab

Rangers, police surround TLP camp in Muridke as ‘operation looms’

Authorities foil two attempts by protesters to break blockade, head to Islamabad; Lahore DIG confirms reinforcements sent.

Updated 13 Oct, 2025 07:23am

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