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ISLAMABAD: At least 907 people have lost their lives in the ongoing monsoon rains and floods across Pakistan, according to the latest report released by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Another 1,044 people have been injured, while thousands of homes and livestock have been destroyed. Punjab has suffered
Sports
Pakistan and Afghanistan will face off in the final of the UAE T20 Tri-Series 2025 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday (today). Both sides won three out of their four matches in the group stage, with Pakistan finishing at the top of the table and Afghanistan securing second
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Bollywood actor Ashish Warang, known for his supporting roles in several hit films, has passed away at the age of 55. According to Indian media reports, Ashish died on Friday. While the exact cause of death has not yet been revealed, it is reported that he had been unwell for
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Pakistan has stopped short of blaming India for devastating floods but raised concern over New Delhi bypassing the Indus Waters Treaty and sharing limited data. Fresh discharges into the Sutlej River have caused record flooding in Punjab, breaking embankments and submerging villages. Read more: Gujrat Flooded After Record 506mm Rainfall
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The 12th of Rabi-ul-Awwal is being celebrated today with devotion and enthusiasm across the country, particularly in Karachi. Streets, mosques, and neighborhoods are decorated with colorful lights, green flags, and images of the Green Dome of Masjid-e-Nabvi, while the sound of Durood-o-Salaam and Na’
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The Punjab government has imposed a 30-day ban on the use of wheat in feed mills, restricting its use exclusively for flour production to ensure sufficient supply for human consumption. The ban, which will remain in effect until October 3, was enforced under Section 144(6) of the Criminal
World
A senior European Union official has, for the first time, described Israel’s war on Gaza as genocide. European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera made the statement during the opening ceremony of the academic year at Sciences Po University in Paris, criticizing Europe’s inability to take a united stance
Sports
Ross Taylor is set to make a comeback to international cricket, this time representing Samoa in the Asia-East Asia-Pacific T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier in Oman. His selection was confirmed on Friday when officials named him in Samoa’s squad. Read more: Argentina cruise past Venezuela in Messi’
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Rahim Pardesi secured a fourth-round victory over Amadeusz Ferrari at Misfits Boxing Masters 22 on August 30, but what captured fans’ attention was his decision not to land a final punch when Ferrari was already going down. Read more: Rajab Butt Breaks Silence on Divorce Rumors In a video
Technology
Nepal has blocked several major social media platforms, including Facebook, X and YouTube, after the companies refused to comply with new government regulations. Authorities said that about two dozen platforms had been repeatedly asked to register with the government but failed to do so, leading to an immediate ban. Read
Business
Salaried individuals in Pakistan paid Rs85 billion in income tax during the first two months of fiscal year 2025-26, showing a 21% jump from Rs70 billion collected in the same period last year. Read more: Gold Prices Break New Records in Pakistan, Global Markets According to provisional figures from
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TikToker and YouTuber Rajab Butt has denied all rumors about his divorce, saying his marriage with Emaan is still intact. In a new YouTube video, he admitted to making mistakes and said he has apologized to his wife but stressed that no divorce has taken place. Read more: Two arrested