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The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has issued a notice summoning Aleema Khan in connection with alleged anti-state activities carried out through social media. According to sources within the NCCIA, Aleema has been directed to appear in person at the agency’s Lahore office in Gulberg-II on Thursday at 11:30 am. The summons relates to an inquiry linked to a case registered against her on May 27, 2025. Officials told Express News that the purpose of her appearance is to record a statement in her defence. The inquiry pertains to allegations that Aleema was involved in online activity deemed hostile to the state. Read More: PECA aimed at tackling digital threats, not silencing free speech: Tarar The notice warned that failure to comply would be interpreted as a refusal or inability to present a defence. It further stated that in the event of non-compliance, legal proceedings would move forward in absentia. The NCCIA cautioned that failure to appear could result in action...

Donald Trump said Tuesday Ukraine should not target Moscow and that he had no plans to supply Kyiv with long-range missiles, following a report the US leader had encouraged President Volodymyr Zelensky to hit the Russian capital. The Financial Times reported that Trump had brought up a potential counteroffensive with Zelensky and even asked his Ukrainian counterpart whether he could hit Moscow, if Washington provided long-range weapons. Asked by reporters at the White House if Zelensky should target the Russian capital, Trump replied: "No, he shouldn't target Moscow." He was also asked if he was willing to supply Ukraine with long-range missiles and said: "No, we're not looking to." Read More: Trump sends weapons to Ukraine, gives Russia 50 days to stop war Citing two people familiar with the call, the Times reported that Trump spoke to Zelensky on July 4, a day after talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump also reportedly discussed sending Ukrain...

Kasim Khan, son of former prime minister Imran Khan, has said that his father had chosen to remain in a "dark prison cell" rather than live a life of comfort abroad. In a post shared on X, Kasim reflected on the incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder's political journey and personal sacrifices. "Our father lived in Pakistan — away from us — for most of our lives. Not because he had to, but because he chose to stand up against a corrupt regime," he wrote. Our father lived in Pakistan - away from us - for most of our lives. Not because he had to, but because he chose to stand up against a corrupt regime. While he wasn’t there every day as a father, Pakistan had him as a leader. He gave his country everything: hospitals,… pic.twitter.com/sREebVpnAu — Kasim Khan (@Kasim_Khan_1999) July 14, 2025 Kasim noted that although Imran Khan wasn’t present as a father every day, Pakistan "had him as a leader," highlighting his contributions to the country. ...

Jannik Sinner downed defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday to win his first Wimbledon title, gaining sweet revenge for his painful defeat in the French Open final. The world number one is the first Italian to win at the All England Club and now has four Grand Slams to his name at the age of 23. Sinner stayed ice cool after losing the first set, with the momentum quickly shifting, and he was not broken once in the final three sets. He squandered three championship points in the final at Roland Garros last month but this time made no mistake as he served out for victory. Sinner shined in the biggest moments 😮‍💨 Today's Play of the Day, presented by @BarclaysUK #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/KF8rG5fTNa — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 13, 2025 Sinner said he was "living his dream", prompting an eruption of cheers from the Centre Court crowd. "An amazing tournament, thank you for the player you are," he said to world number two Alcaraz. "It ...

The second round of negotiations between the Punjab government and the opposition over the reinstatement of 26 suspended members of the provincial assembly concluded on Sunday without any resolution, though both sides agreed to continue dialogue in the coming days. According to sources familiar with the discussions, the government and opposition failed to reach a consensus regarding the suspension of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers, whose membership remains inactive following a heated session last month. The lawmakers were suspended by Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan after opposition benches disrupted Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s speech on June 27. The session descended into chaos as treasury and opposition members engaged in a physical altercation, despite repeated appeals by the Speaker to restore order. Read More: Punjab speaker forms committee to address suspended PTI members' references The ongoing impasse follows an earlier consultative meeting...

The succession of Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, is a thorn in China-India relations, the Chinese embassy in New Delhi said on Sunday, as India’s foreign minister prepares to visit China for the first time since deadly border clashes in 2020. Ahead of celebrations this month for his 90th birthday that were attended by senior Indian ministers, the head of Tibetan Buddhists riled China again by saying it had no role in his succession. Tibetans believe the soul of any senior Buddhist monk is reincarnated after his death, but China says the Dalai Lama’s succession will also have to be approved by its leaders. The Dalai Lama has been living in exile in India since 1959 following a failed uprising against Chinese rule in Tibet, and Indian foreign relations experts say his presence gives New Delhi leverage against China. India is also home to about 70,000 Tibetans and a Tibetan government-in-exile. Yu Jing, a Chinese embassy spokesperson, said on social media app X that some people...

A farm worker died on Friday, his family said, after being injured during a raid by US immigration agents on a legal cannabis farm in California that resulted in the arrests of 200 undocumented migrants and clashes with protesters. President Donald Trump, meanwhile, called demonstrators involved in attacks on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents "slimeballs" and said they should be arrested. In another development, a district judge ordered a halt to "roving patrols" in Los Angeles by federal agents who were detaining suspected undocumented migrants without probable cause and denying them due process. District Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong ordered an end to the arrests, which she said were being made "based upon race alone," on whether a person was speaking Spanish or English with an accent or because of their place of work.Trump's remarks and the court order come a day after a chaotic raid on a cannabis plantation in Ventura County some...

The United Nations warned Saturday that dire fuel shortages in the Gaza Strip had reached “critical levels,” threatening to dramatically increase the suffering in the war-ravaged Palestinian territory. Read More: 52 more killed in Gaza as genocide goes unabated “After almost two years of war, people in Gaza are facing extreme hardships, including widespread food insecurity. When fuel runs out, it places an unbearable new burden on a population teetering on the edge of starvation,” seven UN agencies cautioned in a joint statement. Also Read: Netanyahu demands Hamas disarm before Gaza peace deal Doctors Without Borders warned Friday that its teams on the ground in Gaza were witnessing surging levels of acute malnutrition in the besieged and war-ravaged Palestinian territory. The medical charity, known by its French acronym MSF, said levels of acute malnutrition had reached an “all-time high” at two of its facilities in the Gaza Strip. from Latest News, Breaking News & Top News Stor...

World number one Jannik Sinner will face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a blockbuster Wimbledon final on Sunday as the tennis world braces for the latest chapter in their enthralling rivalry. Sinner demolished Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 in a Centre Court masterclass on Friday to reach his first Wimbledon title match and his fifth at the Grand Slams. Just hours earlier, Alcaraz — who has won the last two Wimbledon titles — reached his third successive All England Club final. The Spanish world number two battled to a 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6 (8/6) win against American fifth seed Taylor Fritz.         View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Wimbledon (@wimbledon) Sinner, 23, will be desperate to avenge his painful French Open defeat against Alcaraz after squandering a two-set lead and three championship points in an epic Roland Garros final in June. Only 35 days after that five-set marat...

US President Donald Trump arrived Friday in Texas as questions swirled over the authorities' response to devastating flash floods that have left at least 120 people dead, including dozens of children. The Republican leader and First Lady Melania Trump flew by helicopter to the Hill Country of central Texas to meet with first responders, families and local officials, a week after a rain-swollen river swept away houses, camp cabins, recreational vehicles and people. As they touched down in Kerrville, a city in the worst-affected Kerr County, where at least 96 people are confirmed dead from the historic flooding, they were greeted by Texas Governor Greg Abbott. "We're going to be there with some of the great families" of flood victims, Trump told reporters before leaving the White House, calling the disaster a "terrible thing." The search for more than 170 missing people, including five girls who were at summer camp, entered the eighth day as rescue teams combe...

The National Judicial Policy Making Committee (NJPMC) unanimously decided to address the issue of enforced disappearances, establishing a special committee to formulate an institutional response in collaboration with the executive. Chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, the body convened its 53rd meeting to discuss key judicial reforms on Friday. The committee approved several initiatives aimed at enhancing the judicial system, including the establishment of a "Commercial Litigation Corridor" for faster resolution of business disputes and the introduction of "Model Criminal Trial Courts" for expediting criminal cases. Also Read: Islamabad court suspends YouTube ban on prominent journalists, critics It also endorsed the creation of a pilot system for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and initiatives to standardise judicial procedures across districts. A major focus was also placed on improving the inclusion of lawyers in the judicial process, including...

Sindh Minister for Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Control, Mukesh Kumar Chawla, has announced that the Motor Registration Wing at the Civic Centre in Karachi will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays to facilitate citizens. In a statement issued by the provincial minister on X, it was confirmed that the decision was made to ease the registration process for the public. The Motor Registration Wing, located at the Civic Centre, will operate on weekends from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, the notification stated. Sindh Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department’s Motor Registration Wing at Civic Center, Karachi, will remain open on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. These extended days are intended to facilitate the public with essential… pic.twitter.com/AAPCkNzWK4 — Sindh Information Department (@sindhinfodepart) July 10, 2025 "I have directed the Excise Department Sindh to facilitate citizens facing issues in motorcycle number plate replacement. From now ...

National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a nationwide alert, warning of heavy rains, thunderstorms, and an increased risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) over the next 12 hours. At least 90 people have lost their lives, and 158 others have been injured in rain-related incidents across Pakistan since June 26, according to the latest figures released by the NDMA on Thursday. The authority urged local administrations and residents to remain alert, particularly in areas near rivers and glaciers. According to the NDMA, a rise in temperatures combined with anticipated rainfall has heightened the risk of GLOFs in northern Pakistan. Residents near riverbanks in Hunza, Shigar, Ghanche, and Chitral have been advised to exercise extra caution. Relevant provincial and district disaster management bodies have also been instructed to monitor high-risk zones closely. شمالی علاقہ جات میں گلیشیائی جھیلوں کے طغیانی (GLOF) اور سیلابی صورتحال کا الرٹ جاری ۔ شمالی علاقہ جات خصوص...

Noam Chomsky wrote in his book, Requiem for the American Dream, that the arrival of tax season in America every year should be a time of celebration in this country because it means Americans collectively get to fund the programmes they are excited about. But that is not what happens and it is in reality a sad time because Americans pay their hard earned money in a tax system, which is strongly believed to be corrupt and realistically tilted toward benefitting the richest and taking from the poor and middle class in America. The tax returns are filed just because they have to be done, not because that is something that fulfills the promise of America, not because it makes possible the things Americans care about. Mosques in America are no different. I go there not because I am excited about it but because I must go, at least every Friday. And I am not excited not because I have some faith issues but because religion is the last thing that is a priority there. Sure, there is a service w...

A 16-year-old girl was allegedly shot dead by her father in Rawat after she refused to delete her TikTok account. The tragic incident, initially reported as a suicide by the family, was later exposed as a murder during a police investigation. According to an FIR registered by Head Constable Shahbaz Anjum, the accused, Ikhlaq Ahmed, had asked his daughter, Mahak, to delete her TikTok account. Upon her refusal, he allegedly shot her in a fit of rage, citing the incident as a matter of "honour." Following the shooting, Ikhlaq fled the scene. A police team led by SHO Zahid Zahoor later apprehended him. Read More: 17-year-old TikTok star shot dead in Islamabad Rawalpindi City Police Officer (CPO) Khalid Hamdani took notice of the incident and ordered a full investigation to be carried out by SP Saddar Nabeel Khokhar. Initially, the family attempted to cover up the killing by claiming it was a suicide. However, the post-mortem examination confirmed that Mahak had died of gunshot wo...

For the first time in its history, Sialkot district has become a trailblazer in gender inclusion within the provincial bureaucracy, now boasting a woman deputy commissioner and women assistant commissioners heading all four of its tehsils. On April 27, Saba Asghar Ali, a Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) officer of BS-19, formally assumed the role of Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Sialkot, becoming the first woman to lead the district administration. Since her appointment, DC Saba has led initiatives focusing on education, healthcare, environmental protection, and public welfare, earning praise from both colleagues and the local community. The district’s historic shift does not end at the top. All four of Sialkot’s tehsils—Sialkot, Daska, Sambrial, and Pasrur—are now headed by women assistant commissioners, marking a rare and powerful example of female representation at multiple tiers of local governance. Saba Asghar Ali, Deputy Commissioner, Sialkot A career bureaucrat from the PAS, ...

US President Donald Trump's decision to hit "anti-American" BRICS nations -- including China and India -- with an extra 10 percent trade tariff roiled the final day of the bloc's summit in Rio de Janeiro Monday. Trump threatened the 11-nation grouping -- which includes some of the world's fastest-emerging economies -- late on Sunday, after they warned against his "indiscriminate," damaging and illegal tariff hikes. "Any Country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS, will be charged an ADDITIONAL 10% Tariff," Trump wrote on social media. BRICS members account for about half the world's population and 40 percent of global economic output. Members China, Russia and South Africa responded coolly to Trump's latest verbal barrage, insisting the bloc was not seeking confrontation with Washington. Also read: At least 24 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza  But host Brazil's leftist President Luiz Inacio...

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has acknowledged that Pakistanis are facing difficulties in obtaining visas for the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Oman, but assured that the issues would be resolved soon. “UAE visa rejection has become a significant issue. I am meeting with the interior minister of the UAE on July 9, and I am hopeful that we will find a solution to this,” said Naqvi while addressing a gathering at the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Monday. He also highlighted the government's efforts to improve the global ranking of the green passport and expressed optimism that the country’s passport ranking would soon see a significant rise. "We are proud of our green passport, and in the future, it will be a source of even greater pride," he stated. Naqvi stressed the importance of Karachi's well-being for the country’s overall progress, declaring, “If Karachi is healthy, Pakistan will be healthy.” He vowed that the federal government would do everyt...

Leaders of the BRICS group of developing nations concluded their summit in Rio de Janeiro on Monday by demanding that wealthy countries take responsibility for financing climate mitigation efforts in the Global South. In his opening remarks, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who will host the United Nations climate summit in November, condemned climate change denial and unilateralism, indirectly criticising US President Donald Trump’s earlier decision to withdraw from the 2015 Paris Agreement. “Today, denialism and unilateralism are eroding past achievements and harming our future,” Lula said. “The Global South is in a position to lead a new development paradigm without repeating the mistakes of the past.” On Sunday, Trump responded to BRICS criticism by accusing the bloc of "anti-American policies" and threatening its members with an additional 10% tariff. BRICS leaders dismissed the comments and reaffirmed their commitment to a multilateral global order. In his...

Israel has attacked Houthi targets in three Yemeni ports and a power plant, the Israeli military said early on Monday, marking the first Israeli attack on Yemen in almost a month. The strikes on Hodeidah, Ras Isa and Salif ports, and Ras Qantib power plant were carried out by Israel, the military added. Hours after the strikes, the Israeli military said two missiles were launched from Yemen and attempts were made to intercept them, but the results of interception were still under review. The Israeli ambulance service said it had not received any calls regarding missile impacts or casualties following the launches from Yemen. Most of the dozens of missiles and drones fired toward Israel have been intercepted or fallen short. Israel has carried out a series of strikes on Houthis as well. Israel also attacked Galaxy Leadership in Ras Isa port, which was seized by Houthis in late 2023, the military added on Monday. Photo: Reuters "The Houthi terrorist regime's forces installed a r...

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened on a bullish note on Monday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index gaining 1,187.99 points, or 0.9%, current index of 133,137.05 during intra-day trading. The index recorded a high of 133,156.63 and a low of 132,467.12. Trading volume stood at over 41 million shares, with the total traded value reaching Rs 3.39 billion. This builds on last week’s strong opening to the new fiscal year, when the index had hit a then-record high of 131,949.06 points. Analysts attributed the positive momentum to investor optimism surrounding potential policy clarity and improving macroeconomic indicators.   Earlier in the week, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the new fiscal year on a bullish note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index surging to an all-time high of 131,949.06 points during the week ended July 4, 2025. Read: PSX kicks off FY26 with historic week The index gained 7,570 points, or 6.1% week-on-week, driven by improving macroeconomic i...

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he believed his discussions with US President Donald Trump on Monday would help advance talks on a Gaza hostage release and ceasefire deal that Israeli negotiators resumed in Qatar on Sunday. Israeli negotiators taking part in the ceasefire talks have clear instructions to achieve a ceasefire agreement under conditions that Israel has accepted, Netanyahu said on Sunday before boarding his flight to Washington. "I believe the discussion with President Trump can certainly help advance these results," he said, adding that he was determined to ensure the return of hostages held in Gaza and to remove the threat of Hamas to Israel. It will be Netanyahu's third visit to the White House since Trump returned to power nearly six months ago. Public pressure is mounting on Netanyahu to secure a permanent ceasefire and end the war in Gaza, a move opposed by some hardline members of his right-wing coalition. Others, including Foreign ...

Russia's anti-aircraft systems downed 120 Ukrainian drones overnight, mostly in regions bordering Ukraine, the Russian Defence Ministry said on Sunday, reporting no damage. More than three years into the war, Ukraine has increasingly been using drones to attack targets deep inside Russia. Read More: Untangling the Spider’s Web of Ukraine The Defence Ministry said the drones that were intercepted overnight included 30 over the western Bryansk region, 29 in the Kursk region and 17 in Belgorod - all of which share a border with Ukraine. Another 18 drones were downed over the Oryol region, which borders Kursk and has been hit by previous Ukrainian drone attacks targeting oil facilities. Russia's civil aviation authority, Rosaviatsiya, said it had lifted restrictions that were introduced overnight to ensure safety due to the drones at airports in St. Petersburg, Kaluga, Moscow and Nizhny Novgorod.   from Latest News, Breaking News & Top News Stories | The Express Tribune https...

Israel has decided to send a delegation to Qatar for talks on a possible Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal, an Israeli official said, reviving hopes of a breakthrough in negotiations to end the almost 21-month war. Palestinian group Hamas said on Friday it had responded to a US-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal in a "positive spirit", a few days after US President Donald Trump said Israel had agreed "to the necessary conditions to finalise" a 60-day truce. The Israeli negotiation delegation will fly to Qatar on Sunday, the Israeli official, who declined to be named due to the sensitivity of the matter, told Reuters. But in a sign of the potential challenges still facing the two sides, a Palestinian official from a militant group allied with Hamas said concerns remained over humanitarian aid, passage through the Rafah crossing in southern Israel to Egypt and clarity over a timetable for Israeli troop withdrawals. Read More: Hamas gives 'positive response' to US-ba...

Iranian missiles struck five Israeli military bases during the recent 12-day war, according to radar data analyzed by researchers at Oregon State University and shared with The Telegraph. The hits — which reportedly include a major air base, an intelligence centre, and a logistics hub — have not been disclosed by Israeli authorities due to strict military censorship. The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) declined to confirm the reported strikes but stated: “What we can say is that all relevant units maintained functional continuity throughout the operation.” The radar-based findings suggest that six Iranian missiles reached targets in Israel’s north, south, and centre, contradicting public claims of minimal damage to military infrastructure. Israel admits that 50 Iranian missiles hit amid strict censorship . PHOTO: REUTERS In addition to the newly revealed hits, 36 other Iranian projectiles are already known to have caused widespread damage to civilian and industrial areas. Though only 28 p...

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has dismissed speculation regarding the removal of President Asif Ali Zardari, calling such rumours baseless and driven by discomfort over political and institutional unity. “For the first time, politicians, the government, and the military establishment are united—and that bothers some people,” Naqvi said while addressing the media in Sukkur on Saturday. سکھر۔ وفاقی وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی کا محرم الحرام کی مناسبت سے پاکستان کے سب بڑے و 500 سال قدیمی جلوس کا دورہ وزیرداخلہ نے جلوس کے لیے کیے گئے انتظامات دیکھے وزیرداخلہ محسن نقوی نے پاکستان کے سب سے بڑے جلوس کے لئے کیے گئے انتظامات پر وزیر اعلی سندھ مراد علی شاہ۔سول انتظامیہ۔ — Ministry of Interior GoP (@MOIofficialGoP) July 5, 2025 Responding to a journalist’s question about circulating claims of President Zardari’s removal and constitutional amendments, Naqvi urged restraint from political debate during Muharram. “It would be a good thing if we refrained from politics for two days. Do not believe everythin...

Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan stated that cross-border terrorism remains the central challenge in its ties with Afghanistan, asserting that India is actively 'patronising terrorism ' in Afghan territory. In a weekly briefing on Friday, he said Pakistan has repeatedly raised concerns over terrorist sanctuaries in Afghanistan posing grave threats to regional stability. “Counter‑terrorism remains a sticking point,” he noted, accusing India of “patronising terrorism against Pakistan.” Khan also condemned the BJP government’s demolition of over 500 shrines in Uttarakhand as evidence of rising Islamophobia. He described the act as “another demonstration of the virulence with which the current dispensation in India is pursuing its anti‑Muslim agenda.” Responding to Indian aggression in the aftermath of the Pahalgam incident, Khan warned against unilateral militaristic aggression. “No state can allow another to violate its sovereignty and territorial integrity at will,” ...

The procurement of medicines in Sindh’s public hospitals remains mired in controversy due to repeated violations of established regulations, with many healthcare facilities stocking up on near-expiry drugs in an attempt to curtail expenditures. Despite clear rules against the purchase of near-expiry drugs, hospitals continue to buy medicines with shorter shelf lives as they are significantly cheaper compared to those with longer expiry durations. These low-cost purchases are a recurring issue in the province, raising questions about transparency and patient safety. As per the policies of the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP), the minimum shelf life for hospital-supplied medicines should be at least six months to one year therefore, medicines with an expiry date within 2–3 months should not be procured. Despite these guidelines, there is no robust mechanism in place to ensure compliance in hospitals across Sindh. Each year, various reports highlighting irregularities worth bi...

India will launch a $234 million incentive programme for civil and military drone makers to reduce their reliance on imported components and counter rival Pakistan's programme built on support from China and Turkey, three sources told Reuters. India's push to build more home-grown drones stems from its assessment of the four-day clash with Pakistan in May that marked the first time New Delhi and Islamabad utilized unmanned aerial vehicles at scale against each other. The nuclear-armed neighbours are now locked in a drones arms race. New Delhi will launch a 20 billion Indian rupees ($234 million) programme for three years that will cover manufacture of drones, components, software, counter drone systems, and services, two government and one industry source, who did not want to be named, told Reuters. Details of the programme have not been previously reported and its planned expenditure is higher than the modest 1.2 billion rupees production-linked incentive scheme New Delhi laun...

The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has made it mandatory for motorcycle riders and pillion passengers to wear helmets regardless of gender in a bid to enhance road safety and protect commuters from serious injuries. According to the ITP spokesperson, the decision was taken to curb the rising number of road accidents involving motorcyclists. Officials noted that passengers seated at the back are equally vulnerable in the event of a crash. ITP Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Zeeshan Haider said that wearing a helmet would now be compulsory for both men and women riding on motorcycles. The rule will come into effect after a two-week awareness campaign. اسلام آباد ٹریفک پولیس ایجوکیشن ونگ کی جانب سے شاہین انٹرسیکشن پر موٹر سائیکل پر سوار دونوں افراد کے لئے ہیلمٹ کے استعمال پر روڈ سیفٹی مہم، شہریوں میں پمفلٹ تقسیم کئے۔ جس کا مقصد کا بائیک پر سوار دونوں افراد 2 افراد کو ہیلمٹ کے استعمال کی ترغیب دینا ہے۔ #WeRIslamabadPolice… pic.twitter.com/oWSDMcJI8t — Islamabad Police (@ICT_Police) July 3,...

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has found former prime minister Imran Khan involved in a conspiracy linked to the violent events of May 9, 2023. The court’s decision was based on the testimonies of two police officials. The LHC’s division bench, led by Justice Syed Shahbaz Ali Rizvi, issued a detailed order regarding Khan's post-arrest bail, which had been denied earlier, noting sufficient grounds for criminal conspiracy and abetment. Inspector Ismat Kamal and Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Hassan Afzal, in their statements, described Khan as the mastermind behind the incidents that unfolded on May 9. The officials stated that in meetings held on May 4 at Chakri Rest Area, Rawalpindi, and again on May 7 and 9 in Lahore, Khan gave explicit directions to PTI leadership. He allegedly instructed them to attack military installations, state institutions, and police officers to exert pressure if he was arrested. Read: LHC rejects Imran's bail in eight May 9 cases Khan is reported to have ...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will attend the two-day 17th Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, beginning today (Thursday). The summit, scheduled for July 3–4 under the theme “New ECO Vision for a Sustainable and Climate Resilient Future”, will bring together leaders from member states to discuss key regional challenges, economic integration, and climate resilience. During the two-day event, the prime minister will lead the Pakistani delegation and present Islamabad’s perspective on pressing regional and global issues. PR No.1️⃣9️⃣6️⃣/2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣ Curtain Raiser: Prime Minister to Attend 17th ECO Summit in Baku Azerbaijan https://t.co/GFJfmV2JL6 🔗⬇️ pic.twitter.com/TPTIqUpV4Y — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 2, 2025 He is also expected to reiterate Pakistan’s commitment to the ECO Vision 2025 and advocate for greater intra-regional trade, enhanced connectivity in transport and energy sectors, and sustainable development. T...

Four people died in Spain, two in France and two in Italy as an early summer heatwave continued to grip much of Europe on Wednesday, triggering health alerts and forest fires and forcing the closure of a nuclear reactor at a Swiss power plant. Spanish officials said a wildfire in Catalonia had killed two people a day earlier, and authorities reported heatwave-linked deaths also in Extremadura and Cordoba. France's energy minister reported two deaths linked to the heat, with 300 others taken to hospital. Italy issued red alerts for 18 cities, while in Germany temperatures were forecast to peak at 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in some areas, making it the hottest day of the year. Two men over the age of 60 died in separate incidents on the beach in Sardinia from the heat, ANSA news agency reported. Weather forecaster Meteo France said red alerts remained for several areas of central France. The risks were greatest for vulnerable members of the population, and Catherine ...

In a recent webinar organised by the Asian Institute of Eco-civilization Research and Development (AIERD), Vice President of the Center for China and Globalization Prof Victor Gao praised Pakistan for its pivotal role in establishing China-US relations, which he called one of the most significant game-changing events in modern history. Gao highlighted Pakistan’s critical mediation role, referring to it as an exemplary model of diplomacy. He emphasised that Pakistan had made an exceptional contribution to humanity by bridging countries from diverse backgrounds, fostering global development and peace. According to him, the strengthening of China-US relations had not only accelerated globalisation but also brought nations closer together, significantly impacting global development. On the topic of China-Pakistan relations, Prof Gao expressed that no country holds more importance for China than Pakistan, emphasising the “iron-clad” nature of their partnership. He stressed that China’s ...