Chinese President Xi Jinping declared that humanity now stands at a crossroads between peace and war as China staged its largest-ever military parade on Wednesday. He was joined in Beijing by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, underscoring China’s growing influence on the world stage. The massive military parade was designed to highlight China’s armed strength and diplomatic presence. It came at a time when US President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and unpredictable policies have strained ties with both allies and rivals. “Today, mankind is faced with the choice of peace or war, dialogue or…
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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), which presents itself as a national-level political force, has failed to show unity on the contentious Kalabagh Dam project; a scheme widely seen as essential for future generations. The split surfaced after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur openly voiced support for building the Kalabagh Dam. “I am in favour of the Kalabagh Dam. It should be built. Build consensus, address concerns of the provinces, and construct the dam,” Gandapur told the media. He urged a national debate on the issue, asking the press to play a constructive role. Rejecting political posturing, Gandapur said,…
PESHAWAR: At least six people lost their lives in an incident of Kurram violence on Wednesday when unidentified gunmen opened fire on a passenger vehicle in Lower Kurram district, officials confirmed. According to police, the attackers ambushed the vehicle as it passed through the area. The bodies of the victims were shifted to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital. Law enforcement authorities said the assailants fled after the assault. A search operation was launched, while investigators are working to identify those involved. The latest strike comes only weeks after tribal elders in Lower Kurram and Sadda reached a one-year peace accord…
The Quetta blast on Sariab Road claimed 14 lives on Wednesday evening, with many others wounded, hospital officials confirmed.The explosion tore through the busy neighborhood near Shahwani Stadium, leaving several victims in critical condition. According to the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), the attack was most likely a suicide bombing. Teams of investigators rushed to the spot and began collecting evidence to trace the network behind the carnage. Pakistan has been facing a rising wave of militant strikes since 2021, with Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa the main targets. Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti strongly condemned the Quetta blast, calling it a cowardly…
ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has reignited the debate on the Kalabagh Dam, saying that Pakistan’s unity must not be compromised in the name of provincialism. He stressed that such national projects require full consensus and must serve the broader interest of the country. Speaking to reporters, Gandapur underlined the need to address all reservations before moving forward. “Everyone must be satisfied. These projects should be for our children, our generations, and Pakistan,” he said. His strong defense of the Kalabagh Dam has raised the question of whether PTI’s central leadership will extend full support to his…
Afghanistan vs UAE produced thrilling cricket at Sharjah on Monday night, where Afghanistan sealed a 38-run win in the Tri-Series. The clash was marked by disciplined spin bowling and reliable batting from the Afghan top order. Afghanistan batted first and posted 188 for 4. Ibrahim Zadran struck a fluent 63 from 40 balls. His partner Sediqullah Atal added 54 from 40, and the duo stitched a steady stand that anchored the innings. Azmatullah Omarzai and Karim Janat then provided quick runs at the death to push the total close to 190. Chasing 189, UAE could only reach 150 for 8…
LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a fresh warning about extremely dangerous Punjab floods in the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers, expected to persist until September 5. A high-level flood is already present at Ganda Singh Wala. Officials fear the situation will worsen as more rains are forecast in the upper catchment areas until September 3. This has also raised the threat of urban flooding in Lahore, Gujranwala, and Gujarat. Chenab River wreaks havoc The Chenab River has continued to cause devastation across Punjab. After flooding hundreds of settlements, the raging waters have now reached Jhang, submerging…
BUNER: Continuous heavy rainfall has unleashed destructive Buner floods, submerging low-lying areas, damaging standing crops, and forcing families to flee their homes. Rivers and canals overflowed as torrential rains battered the district, turning the situation into a major emergency. Announcements from mosques urged residents to move to higher ground. Despite the warnings, floodwaters entered dozens of houses and even swept into Pir Baba Bazaar, creating scenes of chaos and fear. Deputy Commissioner Kashif Qayyum confirmed that a high alert has been declared across Buner. Rescue teams have been dispatched to vulnerable areas. Safe shelters have been identified where displaced families…
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen the China Pakistan partnership, describing it as vital for regional stability and future development. The meeting in Beijing was attended by a high-level Pakistani delegation. Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and Information Minister Atta Tarar joined the prime minister. Xi on cooperation and stability President Xi stressed that the world is going through “changes unseen in a century.” In such a moment, a stronger China Pakistan partnership is essential…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has once again chosen confrontation over representation, announcing a complete PTI boycott of National Assembly (NA) sessions. The move comes after the party already submitted resignations from several parliamentary committees. Following the directives of PTI founder Imran Khan, the lawmakers will now abandon parliamentary debates and instead gather outside the Parliament House for what they call informal proceedings. Critics see this assembly boycott as a direct insult to the voters who elected them to represent their voices inside the House. This new step was triggered after a series of disqualifications of PTI lawmakers. Former opposition…
