Martyrdom of Group Captain Asim Tariq, PM orders strict punishment of those responsible
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep sorrow and regret over the martyrdom of Group Captain Asim Tariq and said that he set an example of unparalleled courage, bravery, and duty by sacrificing his life to protect the life and honour of a woman. In his condolence statement, the
Big upset: Norway defeats Brazil to reach World Cup quarter-finals for the first time
Norway put in a brilliant performance in the pre-quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeating five-time world champions Brazil 1-2 to qualify for the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in their history. In a thrilling match played at the New Jersey Stadium in New York, Norway’s star
NDMA issues rain alert in KP
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a rain alert in the country. According to the NDMA, a weather system is likely to enter northern Pakistan from tomorrow. Due to which rains are expected in Kashmir, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and northeastern Punjab. Heavy rain is likely in the
Strong winds, storm injure 11, disrupt power supply in Bajaur
BAJAUR: At least 11 people, including women and children, were injured after strong winds and a severe storm swept through several areas of Bajaur, causing widespread damage and disrupting electricity supply, local authorities said. According to the district administration, all injured individuals were shifted to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital
Landslide blocks Karakoram highway, temporarily disrupts Pakistan-China road link
LOWER KOHISTAN: A landslide at the Patan Dak area of Lower Kohistan has blocked the Karakoram Highway (KKH) for all types of traffic, temporarily severing the road link between Pakistan and China and leaving hundreds of travelers and tourists stranded. According to local police officials, the highway closure has halted
Google maps set to introduce food ordering feature in major AI-powered update
Google Maps may soon expand beyond navigation by allowing users to order food directly through the app, according to findings from the latest Android version of the service. A report by Android Authority revealed that code discovered in a recent Google Maps update points to a new feature that will
KP Chief Minister announces zero-tolerance policy on corruption
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has outlined the provincial government’s priorities for the new fiscal year, directing cabinet members, advisers and administrative secretaries to strengthen governance, transparency and public service delivery while announcing a zero-tolerance policy against corruption. Chairing a high-level meeting, the chief minister said the provincial
KP police establish modern command, control system to protect foreign nationals
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police have established an integrated and advanced security system to ensure the safety of Chinese nationals and other foreign experts residing and working in the province. According to police officials, the Special Security Unit (SSU) has set up its first state-of-the-art Command and Control Room, while the
Govt announces education plan for working families, more children to receive education
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing equal educational opportunities to children from working-class families, announcing the immediate implementation of a plan to extend quality education to an additional 100,000 children. Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain said the initiative is
Monsoon system to enter northern Pakistan on July 6, says NDMA
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather and river flow outlook for July 6 to 10, 2026, forecasting widespread monsoon rainfall across northern parts of the country while stating that no major river flooding is expected during the period. According to the NDMA’s National Emergencies Operation
