Earthquake devastates Chapursan in GB, dozens of houses destroyed
HUNZA: The powerful tremors of the earthquake in Chapursan valley of Upper Hunza in Gilgit Baltistan have spread panic in the area. According to initial reports, the road leading to Chapursan has been closed due to the earthquake, while several residential houses and cattle sheds have been affected. Local sources
Gold price hit record high-check latest price here
The price of gold in Pakistan and globally witnessed a massive rise on Monday, taking the rate of the yellow metal to an all-time high. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association (APSGJA), the price of 24-karat gold increased by a massive Rs7,500 per tola, reaching Rs489,362,
Fact-check reveals viral claims of Solar Panel destruction in Balochistan are false
ISLAMABAD: A viral claim circulating on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), that Pakistan’s military destroyed solar panels belonging to a poor Baloch farmer has been debunked as misleading propaganda and, at the same time, a very effective piece of propaganda. The story of the military having pummelled the
NHMP closes key motorways nationwide, issues travel warning
PESHAWAR: The National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) have announced the closure of major motorways across the country as a step to counter the very poor visibility due to the fog. Furthermore, the NHMP has warned drivers about the unsafe driving conditions and is advising people to stay home unless
Germany to increase scholarships for Pakistani students
ISLAMABAD: The German Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Ina Lepel, met at the Prime Minister’s office with Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Program, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, discussing the ways of cooperation between the two countries in the fields of education, skill development, and technical training. The ambassador informed that
Marwat exposes alleged corruption in KP government, threatens to reveal documentary evidence
PESHAWAR: A senior bureaucrat in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has been accused of breaking corruption records over the past decade, allegedly accumulating assets worth over 1,000 billion rupees, according to a tweet by Sher Afzal Marwat, a PTI MNA and political figure. Marwat claimed that the official’s corrupt activities have left
Love knows no borders: American woman comes back to Pakistan
A woman from the United States has once again travelled to Pakistan to meet her husband. Sajid Zeb, her husband, uploaded a video of her arrival on social media, where the two can be seen together. Sajid Zeb and the American woman became friends through social media about a year
Over 50 feared missing in Karachi Gul Plaza fire: CM Sindh
KARACHI: (Junaid Shah) Chief Minister Sindh, Murad Ali Shah, has said 6 deaths have been confirmed, while over 50 people are feared to be missing as fire dousing efforts continue for the second consecutive day. A busy Gul Plaza in Karachi caught fire, engulfing the entire building on Saturday night.
Tragic TikTok stunt claims another young life
LARKANA: A teenage boy died after being hit by a train while capturing a stunt for his TikTok account in the Larkana district of Sindh on Sunday. Police said. The tragic incident occurred in the Larkana district of Sindh while making a TikTok video in which 14-year-old Dilawar Jamali lost
Efforts continue to douse raging fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza
KARACHI: Efforts have been continuing to douse the raging Karachi Gul Plaza fire that erupted on Saturday, where seven people reportedly lost their lives, and 22 others were injured and moved to hospitals. According to the police official, a horrific fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza left at least seven people
