The Hill Country region of Central Texas has experienced a catastrophic natural disaster as sudden flash floods devastated communities and campgrounds, claiming the lives of 27 individuals, including nine children. The rapid flooding was triggered by torrential overnight rains, causing the Guadalupe River to rise by nearly 30 feet in
Islamabad – June 27, 2025: In a significant step toward regional cooperation and educational diplomacy, over 300 Afghan students arrived in Pakistan this week to pursue higher education under the Allama Iqbal Scholarships Programme administered by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. The initiative is part of a broader
Lakki Marwat – June 27, 2025: In a significant counterterrorism development, three suspected terrorists were killed during an intelligence-based operation conducted by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district, officials confirmed on Thursday. The operation was launched in the early hours of the morning in the
Karachi – June 26, 2025: At least five people lost their lives and seven others were injured when a five-storey residential building collapsed in the Moosa Lane area of Lyari, Karachi, early Thursday morning. Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities fear more people may be trapped under the debris. The
Islamabad – June 26, 2025: In a sensational display of skill and determination, Pakistan’s youth netball team defeated Maldives in a thrilling final to win the Asian Youth Netball Championship 2025, marking a historic moment for the country’s emerging sports talent. The final, held in Jeonju, South Korea, saw Pakistan
Islamabad – June 26, 2025: A parliamentary committee has sounded the alarm over Pakistan’s worsening poverty crisis, warning that poverty levels could reach as high as 50% if immediate structural reforms are not implemented in the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and broader social safety initiatives. The issue was discussed
Gujranwala – June 26, 2025: The bodies of two children who drowned in the Upper Chenab Canal were recovered on Wednesday, two days after the tragic incident shocked the local community in Gujranwala. Rescue efforts by Punjab Emergency Services (Rescue 1122) concluded after hours of search operations. The deceased were
China is facing a severe weather emergency as relentless heavy rains batter its northern and western regions, prompting red alerts for flooding, landslides, and infrastructure collapse. The extreme monsoon activity has already claimed lives and triggered mass evacuations, raising fresh concerns over the country’s preparedness for climate-induced disasters. Authorities have
Islamabad – June 26, 2025: The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has stated that no final decision has been made regarding Pakistan’s participation in upcoming international hockey tournaments to be hosted by India. The uncertainty stems from pending government-level approvals, amid complex diplomatic and political considerations between the two neighboring countries.
Baku – June 26, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan on Thursday to represent Pakistan at the 17th summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO). The high-level gathering of regional leaders aims to boost economic integration, connectivity, and sustainable development across ECO member states. The premier was
