News Archives for Latest - 2026-07-04

Vance blasts US critics on America's 250th birthday

“They'll talk about America's sins with the anger and zeal of a brimstone preacher, but without any of the grace or forgiveness that must be present in the Christian faith,” says US vice president.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 11:21pm

Serena Williams pulls out of Wimbledon doubles with knee injury

Williams posted footage of her limping in a heavy bandage, as well as some syringes full of fluid, as she confirmed her withdrawal.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 11:14pm

Thousands protest in Germany as far-right AfD sets sights on power

Police estimate around 15,000 people join demonstrations in and around the eastern city of Erfurt.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 08:51pm

CDA seeks third-party forensic audit of IHC Legal Facilitation Centre project

The original agreement cost for the facilitation centre was Rs1.446 billion, which has now ballooned to over Rs2.07 billion.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 07:24pm

Heat wave disrupts fourth of July events across US, strains power grids

Peak heat indexes could reach 46°C in parts of the country, with several cities setting record temperature highs.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 06:45pm

Govt launches passport home delivery service in partnership with TCS

The initiative marks a significant step towards enhancing convenience for citizens and modernising public service delivery.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 06:22pm

Punjab

Two foreign women detail multi-day ordeal of alleged kidnapping, extortion, assault during Pakistan visit

Record testimonies before Lahore judicial magistrate; one woman says they jumped out of car driven by the key suspect.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 06:48pm

Fifa Worldcup

FIFA World Cup Round of 16 Predictions: England, USA, Spain, Portugal & Brazil | Dugout

Published 04 Jul, 2026 05:05pm

Fifa Worldcup

Hosts Canada, Mexico and USA thrive in their FIFA World Cup

Mexico are confident of eliminating England on Sunday, while a much tougher task awaits Canada today when they face highly-fancied Morocco.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 04:49pm

Zelensky denies Russian capture of key eastern city Kostiantynivka

Analysts say capturing the city would give Russian forces a foothold from which to push north along the defensive belt.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 04:02pm

Punk-rock duo Bob Vylan suing the BBC for defamation over anti-Palestinian censorship

The group said the public broadcaster does not represent 'the interests of the people'.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 03:03pm

In pictures: Iranians chant ‘revenge, revenge’ as they gather for supreme leader Khamenei’s funeral

Mourners, some in tears, make their way through strict security towards the Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla in Tehran where Khamenei’s coffin is placed.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 02:00pm

'Two hearts with one soul': PM Shehbaz says Pak-Turkiye economic partnership 'entering a new phase'

PM Shehbaz, Erdogan hold bilateral talks; PM meets Turkish business leaders, attends B2B conference.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 09:30am

Sindh

MQM-P warns of protest if Centre does not ensure implementation of 2022 agreement with PPP

Farooq Sattar says party “giving a final warning” to federal govt and PM Shehbaz; Sharjeel Memon assails MQM-P’s "political blackmailing".

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 02:50pm

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce host 'America's royal wedding' in New York

Adam Sandler officiated the wedding, Swift and Kelce's brothers were man of honour and best man.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 12:36pm

Ghotki resident arrested for forging letter claiming to be National Assembly employee

NA Secretariat says the individual allegedly obtained undue privileges and protocol, harassed citizens.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 12:32pm

Billboards, cologne and flowers: Turkiye's capital Ankara gets Nato makeover

The Turkish capital has had a facelift to burnish its image for the 32 heads of state who will fly in, among them US President Donald Trump.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 11:34am

Scammers are using Dubai crown prince's deepfakes to romance people over the internet

The Nigerian prince scam has evolved.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 11:29am

Middle East

Huge crowds gather in Iran as funeral ceremonies for assassinated supreme leader begin

Thousands of mourners carrying red banners gather in the courtyard of Tehran’s vast Grand Mosalla religious complex.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 06:49pm

In speech dripping with patriotism, Trump says American identity under 'renewed attack' as US turns 250

“You do not have to be born here, but you do have to love what we have built,” he says; President Zardari, PM Shehbaz felicitate Trump on America's 250th birthday.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 02:25pm

Football

For Pakistan Football Federation's new technical director, foundations are key to country's FIFA World Cup dream

“Nations that build strong football structures, invest in youth development, educate coaches and create a clear playing identity can compete with countries that traditionally seemed much stronger," he says.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 02:32pm

Football

Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 in FIFA World Cup to set up Switzerland showdown

Colombia had largely flown under the radar at the tournament, despite going undefeated against Portugal, Uzbekistan and DR Congo to top Group K.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 09:07am

Punjab

Suthra Punjab worker dies two days after setting himself ablaze over unlawful pay cut

Identified as Zeeshan, the worker took the extreme step outside an office of Suthra Punjab after allegedly been denied payment of his full salary by the contractor.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 08:48am

Punjab

Foreigners’ assault case: SHO booked in Lahore for ‘unlawful’ entry to magistrate’s residence

Sources say the SHO allegedly forced entry into the magistrate’s residence for recording the statements of the women.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 08:44am

Bilawal has advocated for provisional provincial status for GB. Will constitutional reform follow?

The PPP chairman placed the issue of constitutional rights at the centre of the party’s election campaign in GB.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 08:22am

Why Sindh will continue to underperform despite abundant resources

Sadly, Sindh made hardly any gains in the period following the seventh NFC Award.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 08:16am

Editorial: The first year of the unified agriculture income tax regime has produced an outcome that should surprise no one

Clearly, legislation alone cannot overcome entrenched political interests.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 08:10am

Polish mountaineer makes history by skiing Pakistan's 8,000m peaks without oxygen

The 38-year-old summited Nanga Parbat on June 30 before skiing non-stop to Base Camp via the Messner Route.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 07:53am

PPP ticket picks for AJK polls trigger legal challenge, fresh controversy

PML-N announces plans to seek contempt proceedings over the nomination of Asim Sharif Butt despite official inquiries declaring his State Subject certificate invalid.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 07:47am

SC upholds Trading Corporation of Pakistan's guarantee forfeiture in old urea dispute

Disposes of appeals against a Sindh High Court judgment arising from a 2005 contract for the import of 50,000 metric tonnes of urea.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:05am

Several factories shut down as 18pc sales tax cripples cotton ginning

The sudden shutdowns result directly from the federal government’s failure to reduce the crushing 18 per cent sales tax on the cotton ginning sector in the recent federal budget.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 07:30am

Punjab

Danger abounds as satellite imagery shows Lahore expanding onto River Ravi’s turf

Comparison of satellite imagery from 1990 and 2025 reveals rapid urban growth into the river’s natural floodplain.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 07:14am

Fifa Worldcup

Argentina survive Cape Verde scare to reach World Cup last 16

Messi extended his own record of scoring in eight consecutive World Cup games and opened up a two-goal cushion once more over France's Kylian Mbappe.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 06:06am

KP & FATA

Govt committed to delivering responsive governance: CM Afridi

Says the current fiscal year will be the year of peace and uplift.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 10:04am

KP & FATA

Landi Kotal residents feel insecure amid surge in targeted attacks

A number of perturbed families intends to shift to safer places.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 04:56am

KP & FATA

KP govt forms committee to probe Swat boat tragedy

The boat capsize incident in Lake Saifullah killed six members of a family, while a 17-year-old girl is still missing.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 10:13am

KP & FATA

KP education directorate to be bifurcated to improve learning

Department has also considered restructuring education offices at district level.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 09:53am

KP & FATA

BRT cameras linked with Peshawar Safe City project

Safe City Project signs an agreement with TransPeshawar to enhance citizens’ security and ensure effective monitoring.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 09:49am

ICT

Punjab police personnel in Islamabad to be replaced with fresh contingent

560 Punjab Highway Patrol personnel are being replaced by an equal number of PHP personnel currently performing duties in Islamabad.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 09:31am

ICT

LHC upholds disputed property restoration to overseas Pakistani

Court order says ex parte decree could not override judicial orders that have already attained finality.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 09:34am

ICT

Christians commemorate feast of Saint Thomas in Taxila

The annual pilgrimage brings together clergy, pilgrims, families and heritage enthusiasts from different parts of the country.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 09:21am

ICT

CDA land in Bhara Kahu encroached as inquiry stalls for 18 months

Probe still in progress, efforts underway to complete it as soon as possible, says inquiry officer.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 09:15am

ICT

Punjab replaces Pindi commissioner, deputy commissioner, city police officer

For the first time in history, all the key posts in the Rawalpindi division administration and local police have changed at the same time.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:59am

Punjab

Woman tortured to death for being childless in Harappa

Police have registered a case and arrested the victim's husband and father-in-law.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:57am

Punjab

10 shops gutted by fire in Gujrat plaza

According to preliminary findings, officials say the fire was caused by an electric short circuit.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:55am

Punjab

Regulatory model falls flat as LPG sells at double price in Punjab

Enforcement teams claim to have acted against profiteers.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:50am

Punjab

760 tuition academies in Lahore get deadline for registration

Punjab education minister says all academies must obtain building fitness certificates and all other required approvals from the relevant departments before September.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:53am

Sindh

Karachi mayor inaugurates two fire stations in Jauhar, Bolton Market

Says besides restoring existing facilities, KMC is procuring modern firefighting equipment to strengthen firefighting capacity.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:34am

Sindh

Over 2.5m children to be vaccinated against polio in Karachi

The campaign is scheduled to begin on July 6 and end on July 12.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:33am

Sindh

Prosecution seeks inclusion of Gul Plaza inquiry report in charge sheet

Returns the document to the investigation officer for a third time after he fails to remove defects.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:30am

Sindh

Eve-teasers hurt five men trying to rescue girl in Karachi

SHO says the suspects harassed the girl and also attempted to snatch her cellphone.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:36am

International

Dangerous heatwave hits peak along US east coast

A brutal heatwave strains power grids, threatens World Cup matches, and plays havoc with celebrations for America’s 250th independence anniversary.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:40am

International

Nasa launches robotic mission to save telescope

The unprecedented $30m effort involves sending a robot to rescue the Swift space telescope that is currently falling towards Earth.

Published 04 Jul, 2026 04:56am

South Asia

Afghans come home but risk exclusion without any ID

Out of 6.1m Afghan returnees, more than 86pc are listed as undocumented by the International Organisation for Migration.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:15am

International

Statue of Liberty dazzles with lasers, music for US anniversary

The 15-minute spectacle is an initiative of France, which gifted the monument to the US in 1886, in celebration of American independence.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:26am

International

Outrage in India after ‘experiment’ remark on ethanol-mixed fuel

Consumers unhappy about lower fuel efficiency and vehicle performance plan a protest against the policy.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 08:21am

Sport

Curran ready to fill England gap in Tests left by Stoke’s exit

“Stokesy’s going to be a big gap to fill for whoever takes that role but, yeah, I love playing for England,” he says.

Updated 04 Jul, 2026 09:16am

Business