News Archives for Latest - 2026-07-05

Clashes reported from AJK as JAAC holds demonstrations

Injuries reported from Dadyal; Mirpur and Bhimber witness peaceful protests; teargas used to disperse people at Muzaffarabad’s Airport Chowk.

Updated 06 Jul, 2026 07:02am

ICT

Suspect who shot PAF officer dead arrested within 9 hours: Islamabad IG

IG Rizvi says the officer tried to "save" a woman after witnessing an argument between her and the suspect, who opened fire.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 11:02pm

Tennis

Djokovic makes Wimbledon history to reach quarter-finals

“Survive to thrive, that's how I feel. So hopefully the thriving part is coming,” says the Serbian tennis star.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:51pm

Football

What's in a song? The story behind the music playing at FIFA World Cup stadiums

FIFA has a “Stadium Entertainment Team” that creates playlists that mix stadium classics with country-specific favourites.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:44pm

IT minister stresses proposed telecom bill needed as existing laws insufficient for 5G, other modern tech

Shaza Fatima clarifies bill will not allow occupation of private land; hints at legal action if allegations against her found baseless after inquiry.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:03pm

Balochistan

8 tribesmen, young girl killed in separate incidents in Balochistan

Four men, girl killed after armed men open fire in Qila Abdullah; another 4 men die as rival Bugti factions trade fire over marriage proposal.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 08:03pm

Opec+ approves further oil output increase as Hormuz exports start to recover

Oil-producing group agrees to increase quotas by 188,000 barrels per day from August, on top of similar increases for June and July.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 07:37pm

What initiatives has the govt planned for FY27 to boost weather forecasting, early warning systems?

Govt also intends to improve forest monitoring and restoration planning, advance climate-smart agriculture under the Annual Plan 2026-27.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 07:04pm

Venezuela quake death toll rises to nearly 3,000; foreign rescue teams begin winding down operations

UN estimates that as many as 50,000 are unaccounted for following the 7.2 and 7.5-magnitude shocks.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 05:49pm

KP & FATA

'Hero of Kargil': Military top brass pays tribute to Karnal Sher Khan on 27th martyrdom anniversary

People from all walks of life visit hero's tomb at Karnal Sher Khan village in Swabi to pay tribute.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 03:34pm

Football

The boy from Peshawar who ran into history: Umar Nawaz on survival, sacrifice and a 74-year dream

“There are millions of people in Pakistan and when you are chosen to represent your country, there’s no better feeling than this.”

Published 05 Jul, 2026 03:22pm

South Asia

India eyes oil exploration expansion after Middle East war shortages

India's energy consumption growing at three times the pace of the rest of the world, says petrol minister.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 02:41pm

Turkiye eyes F110 fighter jet engines as Trump comes to town

Ankara’s F-35 exclusion has forced it to refocus on self-sufficiency.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 01:26pm

Cricket

Babar Azam named captain of West Indies, England Test squads

A 16-member squad has been named for the West Indies series, while a 17-member squad has been announced for the England series.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 07:34pm

Trump hails US, blasts 'communists' in 250th anniversary speech

Uses speech to boast of the recent military campaigns against Iran and Venezuela.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 11:25am

KP & FATA

3 girls killed, 4 injured in suspected quadcopter attack in Lower South Waziristan

Local community calls for transparent investigation into incident.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 12:26pm

Petroleum levies hurt industrial growth, warns FPCCI member

Says world oil prices have fallen significantly from their post-war peak but consumers and industries have seen no tangible relief.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:38am

‘Karachi is central to investment, exports,’ says Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh

BoI minister urges cuts in energy tariffs, faster tax refunds and fewer regulatory hurdles.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:30am

Soda ash duty sparks trade row with Turkiye

Turkiye objects to NTC methodology, says 10pc profit rate inflates injury margin.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:23am

How do Pakistan and India go from conflict to dialogue?

There’s an urgent need to find ways to defuse tensions during crises.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 09:05am

Pakistan must place civilian policing and public safety at the centre of its security strategy

Instead of investing in accountable policing, the authorities are relying on coercive legislation.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 08:55am

Editorial: How the joint US-Israeli endeavour to break Iran has failed

Instead of issuing fresh threats to Iran, the US would be advised to keep pursuing the diplomatic track.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 08:48am

International

Pope urges Europe to protect migrants in visit to island frontier

Begins visit by praying at the unmarked graves of shipwreck victims.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 09:52am

International

China launches coast guard patrol east of Taiwan

Taiwan’s government condemns new patrol as "illegal expansion of power".

Published 05 Jul, 2026 07:50am

International

Mali hit by new wave of rebel attacks

Army asserts that “attacks were vigorously repelled” and that “the situation is completely under control.”

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 09:55am

Islamabad frontrunner to host fresh round of US-Iran talks expected on July 11

US, Iran trade barbs despite pause in negotiations; Trump mocks Khamenei funeral as Tehran vows justice against US, Israel.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 07:32am

International

Fate of Gaza Strip eclipsed by US-Iran war: analyst

Despite a fragile ceasefire reached in October 2025, efforts to bring the conflict to a definitive end have stalled for months.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 07:30am

Punjab

LHC moved over delay in setting up constitutional benches

Petitioner argues that the persistent failure to establish these benches has created an unequal, “two-track” system of constitutional justice.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 07:40am

Back Page

Trump flags ‘attack’ on identity as US marks anniversary

President warns of "communist menace", praises American exceptionalism; extreme heatwave disrupts celebrations nationwide.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 07:46am

Back Page

Global crises cannot be ignored, outgoing UK PM Starmer warns successor

Burnham’s supporters have said he should put more focus on domestic issues, such as the cost of living and the decentralisation of government.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 07:56am

Back Page

Lebanon's Aoun calls for sustained US support after peace deal

Lebanese president urges Washington to "keep standing" by Lebanon’s institutions, army and people.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 07:51am

Back Page

Ukraine hits St Petersburg oil sites in drone blitz

Zelensky calls Russian claim of capturing Kostiantynivka a "lie".

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 08:02am

Back Page

Super Typhoon Bavi closes in on US Pacific territories

Storm packs sustained winds of 269km per hour, gusts up to 324km per hour; emergency shelters open as residents stock seven days of supplies.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 07:02am

KP & FATA

Boy killed in Wana mosque in Lower South Waziristan

Suspect arrested after preliminary investigations; motive behind killing yet to be established, police officials say.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 11:12am

KP & FATA

KP CM declares zero tolerance for terrorism, narcotics

Directs police to expedite and conclude investigations into attacks on parliamentarians in Malakand.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 11:08am

KP & FATA

PHC orders ‘fair policy’ for ex-Fata reserved seats in medical and dental colleges

Observes revised policy will hopefully be finalised before start of admissions for next academic session.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:52am

ICT

Workshop urges stronger parliamentary oversight through post-legislative scrutiny

Session focuses on analysing the Federal Budget 2026-27 from a youth perspective.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:52am

ICT

Drap sets Oct 1 as cut off date to start barcode system, auto-disable syringes

As per the project, pharmaceutical companies will have to print a barcode on the packets of medicines.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:52am

ICT

Ex-PPP MNA Fauzia Habib passes away in Islamabad

PPP chairman expresses sorrow over the passing of the former lawmaker.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 10:47am

Punjab

Govt body to judge judges’ performance annually

Committee to interview candidates before forwarding recommendations to the Judicial Commission of Pakistan.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 10:33am

Punjab

Two sanitary workers suffocate in manhole in Punjab's Chishtian

Municipal committee officials neither provided the workers with safety gear nor ensured that safety measures were being followed, heirs claim.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 10:36am

Punjab

744 unregistered educational institutions issued notices in a day in Punjab

Minister says government will no longer allow educational institutions to function outside the regulatory framework.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 10:26am

Sindh

Key suspect seeks bail in Rs8.5bn Yellow Line graft case in Karachi

Court sends suspect to jail on judicial remand till July 13, directs jail authorities to produce him through video link at next hearing.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 11:31am

Sindh

11-year-old to face trial for igniting Gul Plaza fire in Karachi

Another prosecutor greenlights IO to file charge sheet in court without including judicial commission’s report.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 11:17am

Sindh

Lion kept at private Karachi zoo in poor condition rescued, moved to sanctuary

Animal rights activist Jude Allen says big cat had signs of tail trauma, stunted growth.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 11:26am

Tennis

Swiatek ousted by Eala, Serena withdraws from doubles at Wimbledon

It is six-time Grand Slam champion Swiatek’s earliest exit from a major tournament since another third-round defeat two years ago.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

Football

Morocco break Canadian hearts to reach quarters

Ounahi scores his second to finally see off the resistance of Jesse Marsch’s men.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

Cricket

Brazil face Haaland and Norway hoodoo in last 16

Norway arrive brimming with hope and a talismanic centre forward in Haaland who is one of the best in the world.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

Business

Services exports jump 17.38pc

IT growth pushes earnings to $9.09bn in 11MFY26.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

Business

Banks upset as SBP ends remittance incentives

Bankers have expressed concern that they will now have to bear costs earlier paid by the government.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 09:18am

Business

PSQCA failures cost Rs72bn, finds audit

Losses incurred due to non-imposition of late payment charges on account of delayed payment of marking fees, report says.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

Balochistan

Five bodies found in Gwadar

Two of five bodies identified; multiple bullet wounds visible on all bodies.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

Balochistan

Balochistan health moot focuses on governance

Performance of hospitals and districts reviewed in division-wise sessions.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

Punjab

Punjab to digitally map citizens’ health, demographic profiles

Nearly 94.3m profiles registered; CM Maryam orders population management campaign.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 06:51am

National

No long marches likely as JAAC eyes fresh demos in AJK

Poonch administration recommends disciplinary action against 70 more officials.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 08:16am

ICT

Islamabad’s anti-human smuggling strategy lauded

Minister of state for interior says irregular migration “not merely a border issue but a global challenge”.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 08:24am

Balochistan

Dead driver, bus owners booked in Sherani bus crash case

FIR alleges reckless driving; authorities seal company’s office.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 08:12am

ICT

IHC finalises three nominees for judges’ vacancies

Names forwarded to JCP ahead of scrutiny under new rules.

Updated 05 Jul, 2026 08:08am

Fifa Worldcup

France beat Paraguay with Mbappe penalty to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Mbappe's brilliant World Cup on a personal level continued as he rejoined Lionel Messi as the tournament's joint-top scorer with seven goals.

Published 05 Jul, 2026 04:24am

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