On May 24, 2025, Punjab experienced devastating storms and heavy rainfall, leading to significant loss of life and numerous injuries across the province. Casualties and Injuries According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), at least 13 individuals lost their lives, and 92 others sustained injuries due to the severe
In the lead-up to the 2025–26 federal budget, the Government of Pakistan is considering a significant 18% hike in defence spending, potentially raising the allocation to over Rs 2.5 trillion. This move aims to bolster national security amid escalating regional tensions. Concurrently, the government is proposing income tax relief measures
In a significant diplomatic initiative, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has been entrusted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to lead a high-level delegation aimed at presenting Pakistan’s perspective on recent regional developments to key world capitals. The delegation, comprising prominent figures such as Senator Sherry Rehman, former federal
Job Displacement Across Creative and Media Sectors Veo 3 allows users to create ultra-realistic videos using only text prompts, bypassing the need for cameras, actors, editors, and crew. While innovative, this has triggered alarms in media and creative industries. “Why hire a designer, editor, or animator when AI can do
At the Google I/O 2025 event, Google introduced Veo 3, its most advanced AI video generation tool to date. Veo 3 represents a major advancement in artificial intelligence, offering the ability to generate highly realistic videos from simple text prompts. Notably, it also includes synchronized audio features such as dialogue,
12 Injured in Knife Attack at Hamburg Central Station; 39-Year-Old Woman Arrested On May 23, 2025, a knife attack at Hamburg Central Station in Germany resulted in injuries to 12 individuals. The incident occurred around 6:05 PM local time on the platform between tracks 13 and 14, near a waiting
On May 23, 2025, gold prices in Pakistan experienced a significant increase, with the rate for 24-karat gold rising by Rs. 3,500 to reach Rs. 351,000 per tola, up from Rs. 347,500 the previous day. The price for 10 grams of 24-karat gold also saw an uptick, increasing by Rs.
Naila Kiani Becomes First Pakistani Woman to Summit 12 of the World’s Highest Peaks In a remarkable achievement for Pakistani mountaineering, Naila Kiani has successfully scaled Mount Kanchenjunga (8,586 meters), the world’s third-highest peak, located on the border between Nepal and India. This ascent marks her 12th summit of the
Netflix to Release ‘Titan: The OceanGate Disaster’ Documentary on June 11 Netflix is set to premiere its latest documentary, Titan: The OceanGate Disaster, on June 11, 2025. Directed by Mark Monroe, the film delves into the tragic 2023 implosion of the Titan submersible during its descent to the Titanic wreckage,
PM Shehbaz Sharif Embarks on Diplomatic Tour to Strengthen Regional Ties and Express Gratitude for Support During India-Pakistan Tensions Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to undertake a significant diplomatic mission from May 25 to 30, 2025, visiting four key nations—Türkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Tajikistan. This tour aims to reinforce
