Islamabad: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has pledged $3 million in emergency assistance to Pakistan to help rehabilitate families devastated by the ongoing floods. ADB President Masato Kanda, while expressing sorrow over the loss of lives due to torrential rains and flooding, said the funds would be released from the […]
Day: August 29, 2025
Govt Expands Powers of NCCIA under AML Act
Islamabad: The government has expanded the powers of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), bringing cyber offenses under the jurisdiction of the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Act. According to the Interior Ministry, the decision has been taken to strengthen the legal framework against growing threats in the digital space and […]
Flight operations halted at Sialkot until Aug 30
Sialkot: Flight operations at Sialkot International Airport remain temporarily suspended due to floodwater intrusion, airport spokesperson Muhammad Umair Khan confirmed on Thursday. The spokesperson said that water removal operations are ongoing as authorities work around the clock to restore normal activity. “Keeping in view the current flood situation, all flight […]
Two drown in Chenab floodwaters near Phalia
Phalia witnessed a tragic day on Thursday as two people drowned in separate incidents after being swept away by the floodwaters of the River Chenab near Head Qadirabad. According to rescue officials, the first incident occurred in the nearby village of Melo Kahna, Phalia where an elderly man identified as […]
Nvidia posts record earnings as AI demand fuels growth
WEB DESK: Nvidia, the world’s most valuable chipmaker, reported record quarterly earnings on Wednesday, underscoring the surging global demand for artificial intelligence (AI). The California-based company said its revenue for the May–July quarter rose 56 per cent year-on-year to $46.74 billion, while profit surged 59pc to $26.42bn. The blockbuster results, […]
PM, Iranian president discuss floods, SCO summit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday received a telephone call from Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, who conveyed condolences over the loss of life and property caused by recent floods in different parts of Pakistan. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, President Pezeshkian expressed solidarity with the affected families […]
Turkiye cuts economic ties, closes airspace to Israel
ANKARA: In a sweeping move on Friday, Turkiye announced the suspension of all commercial and economic ties with Israel and closed its airspace to Israeli aircraft, citing Tel Aviv’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza and regional policies. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told parliament that atrocities in Gaza had become “one […]
Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber dispel rift rumours with family photos
LOS ANGELES: Justin Bieber and wife Hailey have publicly put to rest speculation about their marriage, sharing a series of intimate, family-oriented photographs on social media. The 31-year-old pop star and the 28-year-old model, who have faced persistent rumours of a rift, appeared together with their 15-month-old son Jack Blues […]
Sindh police put on alert amid flood threat
KARACHI: Inspector General of Sindh Police Ghulam Nabi Memon on Friday directed Sukkur and Larkana division police to remain on high alert in view of possible flooding in the province. The police chief instructed officers to ensure timely rescue operations in low-lying areas and keep citizens informed of precautionary measures. […]
European nuclear research delegation visits Pakistan: FO
ISLAMABAD: A high-level delegation from the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) visited Pakistan from August 24 to 28 to assess the country’s progress as an Associate Member of the organisation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Friday. The five-member delegation of senior CERN experts held meetings with Pakistan […]