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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has underscored the urgent need for long-term flood protection measures, stressing that Pakistan cannot afford to lose precious lives and properties to floods every year. The Army Chief visited Kasur Sector and the Flood Relief Camp in Jalalpur Pirwala, Multan, on Saturday to review the prevailing flood situation. He was received by Corps Commanders of Lahore and Multan Corps upon arrival. During the visit, he was accompanied by the Chief Secretary Punjab and senior civil officials to ensure coordinated relief efforts between the Pakistan Army and local administration. “State cannot…

ISLAMABAD :  President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday emphasised the significance of expanding cooperation between Pakistan and China in political, economic and cultural fields. The president, who is currently in China on an official visit, stated this when he held a with Li Shulei, Member of the Political Bureau and Secretariat of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and Minister of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee in Chengdu, China. Both sides explored opportunities to enhance bilateral cooperation across political, economic, and cultural spheres. The president also underlined Pakistan’s commitment to deepening people-to-people contacts and public diplomacy.…

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has stirred cricketing circles after hailing Saim Ayub as the “updated version” of Babar Azam, adding that the young left-hander has not yet showcased 80 per cent of his talent. In a video released by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), Fakhar praised Saim’s skills and style of play, comparing him to former Pakistan captain Babar Azam, who has earned multiple ICC accolades for his batting brilliance. “Someone asked me in Lahore, and I told him that he is Babar Azam’s updated version,” Fakhar said. “He is a very different player, and I think he has not…

Actor Fawad Khan and Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor’s much-awaited film Aabeer Gulaal has been released worldwide on September 12, except in India. The movie, earlier spelled Abir Gulaal, marks Fawad Khan’s return to Indian cinema after nearly eight years. Now, reports suggest that the film is finally set for release in India on September 26. Film’s India release still unconfirmed According to a Bollywood Hungama report, the producers have decided to bring Aabeer Gulaal to Indian theatres two weeks after its overseas release. “The team of Indian Stories Limited (UK) has now made the decision to release the film in India on September 26.…

US President Donald Trump held dinner with the Qatari prime minister in New York on Friday, days after US ally Israel attacked Hamas leaders in Doha. Israel attempted to kill the political leaders of Hamas with an attack in Qatar on Tuesday, a strike that risked derailing US-backed efforts to broker a truce in Gaza and end the nearly two-year-old conflict. The attack was widely condemned in the Middle East and beyond as an act that could escalate tensions in a region already on edge. Trump expressed annoyance about the strike in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…

The Pakistani government has formally requested the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to defer electricity bills for residents of flood-affected areas for three months. The move comes on the instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, as millions across Punjab and Sindh reel from the devastation caused by recent floods. According to Finance Ministry officials, the IMF has asked for detailed flood damage data before taking a decision. The Power Division has been directed to provide the necessary information this week. The request seeks to temporarily suspend power bill payments in flood-hit regions, where residents have already lost homes, crops, and livestock.…

The United States has added 32 companies and organizations from China, India, Iran, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates to its trade blacklist. Among those penalized are GMC Semiconductor Technology (Wuxi) Co and Jicun Semiconductor Technology, which were accused of acquiring US chipmaking equipment on behalf of China’s top semiconductor maker, SMIC (Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp). The Federal Register notice said the two firms had supplied equipment to SMIC Northern Integrated Circuit Manufacturing (Beijing) Corp and Semiconductor Manufacturing International (Beijing) Corporation, which were already on the US Entity List. Exporting American equipment to these companies requires licenses that are “presumed…

Veteran actress Atiqa Odho has suggested that Pakistani dramas featuring bold, horror, or mature themes should be shifted from the 8 pm slot to a later time, preferably 10 pm, to ensure they are only viewed by adult audiences. Speaking during a show on a private TV channel, Odho joined fellow actresses Nadia Khan and Marina Khan in commenting on the growing trend of bold content in Pakistani dramas. Nadia Khan pointed out that many dramas aired at 8 pm include inappropriate dialogues and scenes unsuitable for children and teenagers. She stressed that young audiences should not be exposed to…

Google is preparing to expand its Gemini Live experience with a Google Maps-powered upgrade that overlays location details directly onto the camera viewfinder. The feature, spotted in hidden code by Android Authority, could transform how users interact with the world around them. The update would allow Gemini Live to display real-time Google Maps data—like business names, ratings, and landmarks—over what you’re seeing through your phone’s camera. For example, point your camera down a street and instantly see restaurant names and their reviews pop up on the screen. This capability is similar to the augmented reality (AR) tools already found in…

Apple has secured clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its much-anticipated Hypertension Notification feature, set to debut on its new smartwatches. The feature, designed to help users monitor potential signs of high blood pressure, will now launch next week in more than 150 countries and regions, including the United States. The Hypertension Notification feature relies on an optical sensor paired with machine learning to track blood pressure patterns over time. When signs of hypertension are detected, the Apple Watch will prompt users to seek a medical evaluation. Supported devices Initially highlighted during the launch of the…