Friday, 31 July 2026
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25-Year-Old Wafflix Owner Mir Raza Ali Found Dead in Gulistan-e-Jauhar After Alleged Kidnapping
A 25-year-old Karachi businessman, who was allegedly kidnapped from PECHS Society, was found dead in bushes near a wedding hall in Gulistan-e-Jauhar on Wednesday. Police suspect the young man was…
‘Accept Defeat With an Open Heart’: Maryam Nawaz Hits Back at Bilawal
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has strongly criticised Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari over his allegations of rigging in the first phase of the Azad Jammu…
PML-N Takes Lead With Nine Seats as PPP Wins Four in First Phase of AJK Elections
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has emerged as the leading party in the first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly elections, securing nine seats, according to…
Saqib Chadhar Found Guilty During Investigation, Actress Momina Iqbal Shares Reaction
Actress Momina Iqbal has reacted to the latest development in the case involving Saqib Chadhar after the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) reportedly informed the Lahore Sessions Court that…
Lahore University Hosts Special Graduation Ceremony for 51 Palestinian Students
A special graduation ceremony was held at a university in Lahore to celebrate the academic achievements of 51 Palestinian students who continued their higher education in Pakistan. The ceremony marked…
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Hits Back at Nawaz Sharif Over ‘Kashmir, Not Kashmore’ Remark
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has responded to Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif following his remarks at a public rally in Mirpur, Azad Jammu and…
CEO CBD PUNJAB INSPECTS MEGA PROJECTS, COMMENDS ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE DURING MONSOON
Lahore: July 27,2026. The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), continues to advance its flagship development initiatives with a strong…
Fire Breaks Out in Residential Building in Karachi’s Gulistan-e-Jauhar
A fire broke out in a residential building in Block 17 of Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Karachi, on Friday, causing concern among residents in the area. Rescue teams were immediately called to the…
Netanyahu Says Iran’s Actions in Strait of Hormuz Were Difficult to Predict, Calls for Alternative Energy Routes
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that it was impossible to accurately predict how Iran would act regarding global trade through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Speaking in…
I’m Super Proud of Him’: Ryder Williams’ Father Praises Teen Lifeguard After Brave Ocean Rescue
A 16-year-old California lifeguard, Ryder Williams, is being praised for his bravery after rescuing a 10-year-old boy who was swept into the Pacific Ocean by powerful waves at Seabright Beach…
Donald Trump Praises 16-Year-Old Lifeguard Who Saved Boy, Announces White House Visit and High Civilian Honor
A 16-year-old seasonal lifeguard named Ryder is being praised as a hero after rescuing a 10-year-old boy from powerful waves at Seabright Beach on July 25. Ryder reportedly battled the…
Trump Seen Sharing Mints During Lindsey Graham’s Funeral, Video Sparks Viral Reactions
A video showing US President Donald Trump appearing to share mints with people around him during the funeral of late Senator Lindsey Graham has gone viral on social media, drawing…
Powerful 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Japan, Tsunami Alert Issued
A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan’s southern island of Kyushu on Tuesday, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami alert for nearby coastal areas. The earthquake…
Typhoon Noul Hits Southern China, Forcing More Than 715,000 People to Evacuate
Typhoon Noul has made landfall in southern China, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain to Guangdong province and neighbouring Hong Kong. The severe weather has forced more than 715,000 people…
Cockroach Janata Party Protests Force India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to Resign
India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from his position following weeks of large-scale youth-led protests over alleged irregularities and paper leaks linked to major entrance examinations. His resignation is…
Trump Announces Plan to Use Iranian Assets for Damaged Ships and Cargo
US President Donald Trump has said that Washington may use frozen Iranian assets under US control to compensate for damage caused to ships, cargo and other property in and around…
BankIslami Celebrates Performance Excellence Across Nationwide Banking Network
Karachi, 30th July, 2026: BankIslami, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic banks, celebrated performance excellence across its nationwide network. The Bank rewarded its top performers with cars and other incentives, recognizing…
Before You Blame Smartphone Brands, Here’s What’s Driving Prices Up
Every new smartphone costs a little more than the last. Coincidence? Not quite. Behind today’s rising prices is a simple reality: building tech has gotten tougher and more expensive for…
Cost pressures surge in Q2 according to accountants and CFOs globally
Lahore, 22, July 2026: The fallout from the Middle East conflict continues to impact the results from the ACCA and IMA Global Economic Conditions Survey (GECS). The survey was conducted…
ARY CEO Turns Down Netflix Partnership, Calls for Pakistan’s Own OTT Platform
ARY Digital Network CEO Salman Iqbal has revealed that he turned down a partnership offer from Netflix, saying Pakistan should focus on building its own independent streaming platform instead of…
BankIslami Joins Forces with EFU Life and EFU General Insurance to Expand Access to Affordable Microtakaful Protection
Karachi, July 13, 2026 – BankIslami has partnered with EFU Life Assurance and EFU General Insurance to make affordable microtakaful protection accessible to its customers via the Bank’s mobile banking…
Pakistan Banking Summit 2026 Concludes with a Unified Vision for Pakistan’s Financial Future
Karachi, July 8, 2026: The Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) today concluded the second Pakistan Banking Summit 2026 (PBS’26), reaffirming the banking industry’s collective commitment to supporting Pakistan’s next phase of…
Karandaaz and DigiKhata Launch Pakistan’s First Embedded Finance Facility for Small Retailers
Karachi, 09 July 2026 — Karandaaz Pakistan and DigiKhata Financial Services (DKFS) have signed a strategic partnership to launch an Embedded Finance Facility (EFF). This is a first-of-its-kind initiative that…
Hania Aamir Welcomes YSL Beauty as Global Luxury Brand Launches in Pakistan
Global luxury beauty brand YSL Beauty has officially launched in Pakistan with the opening of its first store at Dolmen Mall Lahore. The grand launch marks a major milestone for…
UAE’s OPEC Exit: A Wake-Up Call for Pakistan’s Future Economy
The UAE’s exit from OPEC is not just a Gulf oil story. For Pakistan, it is a warning about how fast the world is changing, from economies built on natural…
Spain’s World Cup Champions Receive Hero’s Welcome as Thousands Celebrate in Madrid
Spain’s national football team received a spectacular welcome in Madrid as thousands of supporters gathered across the city to celebrate the team’s World Cup triumph. Fans filled the streets, creating…
Trump Calls 2026 FIFA World Cup a “Spectacular Success,” Praises Law Enforcement
US President Donald Trump has praised the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the international football tournament as a “spectacular success” and thanking everyone involved in organizing and managing the event.…
Pakistan All-Rounder Mohammad Nawaz Banned by ICC After Positive Doping Test
Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has been sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) after testing positive for a cannabis-related substance during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. According to…
Lionel Messi Breaks Silence on FIFA Bias Claims, Defends Argentina’s World Cup Journey
Argentine captain Lionel Messi has responded to allegations that Argentina received preferential treatment from FIFA during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, firmly rejecting claims of favouritism and match-fixing. Speaking about…
Portugal Coach Jorge Jesus Backs Cristiano Ronaldo to Continue International Career
New Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has made it clear that Cristiano Ronaldo will remain part of the national team for as long as he is fit, available, and continues…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup Journey Ends, Nike Honors a Legend
Cristiano Ronaldo has officially brought his FIFA World Cup journey to a close after confirming that the 2026 FIFA World Cup would be the final tournament of his extraordinary international…
Football Won’t Be the Same Without You”: Danish Taimoor’s Heartfelt Message to Cristiano Ronaldo
Pakistani actor Danish Taimoor has shared a heartfelt message for football legend Cristiano Ronaldo, expressing his admiration and gratitude for the player who inspired his love for the game. In…
An Emotional Farewell: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Final World Cup Ends in Heartbreak as Portugal Crash Out
Cristiano Ronaldo’s remarkable FIFA World Cup journey came to an emotional end after Portugal suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round of 16 in Dallas. The match…
What’s Really Behind the “Made in Pakistan” Label?
Made in Pakistan” sounds simple enough, right? So if smartphones are now going through Local Assembly in Pakistan, why haven’t prices dropped the way many people expected? It’s a fair…
CBD PUNJAB REPOSITIONS ROUTE 47 SOLARIZATION PROJECT UNDER NEW ENERGY FRAMEWORK
Lahore: Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), has initiated a comprehensive feasibility review for the…
Do Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners Actually Save You Money?
Lahore, July 08, 2026: As temperatures continue to rise across Pakistan and electricity costs increase, more consumers are turning to air conditioners that claim to save energy. However, in a…
OPPO Pakistan and Ufone/PTCL Group Enter Landmark Strategic Partnership Agreement to Drive 5G-Ready Devices and Strengthen Nationwide Collaboration
Lahore, June 23, 2026: OPPO Pakistan and Ufone/PTCL Group have officially formalized a Strategic Partnership Agreement through a signing ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their shared vision to elevate…
Islamabad Police Adds RIDDARA All Electric Pickups in Push for Greener Fleets
Lahore – June 22, 2026: Islamabad Police has inducted a large fleet of RIDDARA electric pickup trucks, supplied by Capital Smart Motors (CSM), in a move officials are calling a…
China Launches AI-Powered Smart Toilet That Travels to the User on Demand
China has unveiled an innovative self-driving smart toilet designed to improve the daily lives of elderly individuals, hospital patients, and people with limited mobility. The advanced robotic device is aimed…
realme C100i Success Reinforces realme’s Return to Its Core Mission: Empowering the Next Generation
Lahore: realme’s renewed focus on understanding and empowering young people is already showing results. With the launch of the realme C100i, the brand has demonstrated that meaningful innovation comes from…
From Grassroots to Global Stage: Infinix GT 50 Pro Drives 4Thrives to Historic Esports Triumph
Lahore – June 12th, 2026: In a Historic milestone for Pakistani gaming, local esports team 4Thrives has conquered the global stage, securing a world championship victory powered by the tournament’s…