Day: August 29, 2025

ADB

ADB pledges $3m emergency aid for Pakistan flood relief

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 […]

NCCIA

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 […]

Sialkot

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 […]

Phalia

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

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, […]

Iranian president

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

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

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

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. […]

Nuclear

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 […]