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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Higher Education Department has announced the closure of all colleges and universities in the province’s winter zone from August 19 to August 25, 2025, due to forecasts of heavy rains, cloudbursts, and potential landslides. Step taken to ensure safety The department said the decision was made to safeguard the lives of students, teachers, and staff members amid looming weather threats. Authorities have warned that heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods and landslides in several parts of the province. Online classes encouraged According to the notification, educational institutions have been advised to adopt online teaching methods wherever…

Pakistani judoka Malaika Noor has etched her name in history by winning the silver medal at the Asian Open Judo Championship 2025, becoming the first Pakistani woman to secure a medal at an Asian-level judo competition. Competing in the minus 52kg category, the 20-year-old displayed remarkable skill and resilience, defeating opponents from three different countries to reach the final. Her impressive run included a semi-final victory over Jordan’s Raneem Aljazazi. In the final, Noor fought bravely but was edged out by her Saudi rival in a closely contested bout, settling for silver. “This is a proud moment for Pakistan and…

Apple’s annual fall hardware event is reportedly scheduled for September 9, 2025, and expectations are high. The company is gearing up to debut its iPhone 17 lineup, along with updates to the Apple Watch and AirPods. Rumors suggest this year’s highlight could be Apple’s slimmest smartphone yet — the iPhone Air. The iPhone 17 is rumoured to get a makeover that brings it closer to the Pro series. A 6.3-inch 120Hz display, a 24-megapixel front camera, and new purple and green color options are among the expected upgrades. The iPhone 17 Pro may introduce a rectangular camera bar stretching across…

Elon Musk’s social media platform X is grappling with a steep decline in Android downloads, threatening its subscription revenue growth, even as iOS installs continue to rise, according to new data from app analytics firm Appfigures. In July 2025, X saw a 44% year-over-year drop in new installs on Google Play, a decline so sharp that it pulled down the company’s overall mobile download average. Across iOS and Android combined, installs were down 26% YoY, an improvement compared to June when total downloads dropped by 35%. On the other hand, Apple’s App Store told a different story: iOS downloads grew…

Residents of Karachi woke up to pleasant weather on Tuesday morning as light to heavy showers were reported across the city following days of hot and humid conditions. Rainfall was recorded in several parts of the metropolis, including Sharea Faisal, Shah Faisal Colony, the airport vicinity, Malir’s Model Colony, Malir Halt, Rafah-e-Aam, Surjani Town, and Korangi. Light drizzle in the early morning hours gave way to heavier showers in some areas, offering a much-needed respite from the heat. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast isolated showers in Karachi over the coming days, with a rain-bearing system expected to impact…

Israel has intensified its assault on Gaza’s largest urban centre, with relentless bombardments and forced starvation killing more than 62,000 Palestinians since the war began nearly two years ago, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. Israeli forces are escalating their military campaign in Gaza City, destroying residential areas with heavy artillery, drones, and fighter jets. At least 30 Palestinians were killed on Monday alone, including 14 people struck while seeking food aid. Among the victims was journalist Islam al-Koumi, who died in an airstrike on the al-Sabra neighbourhood. Local sources report widespread displacement as families flee bombed-out homes, while others remain…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday he is ready to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, either bilaterally or in a trilateral format with US President Donald Trump, following a high-profile meeting at the White House. Speaking outside the White House, Zelensky described his talks with Trump as “productive” and “the best so far.” He said he presented battlefield maps to illustrate which territories are under Ukraine’s control and stressed the importance of long-term security guarantees. He added that Trump had immediately contacted Russian officials after their meeting to discuss possible diplomatic steps. “Our team did a lot,” Zelensky said,…

China has called on India to establish a “correct strategic understanding” of bilateral ties and view Beijing as a partner rather than a rival, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar during talks in New Delhi on Monday. According to the Chinese foreign ministry’s readout, Wang said Beijing was ready to uphold the principle of cordiality and mutual benefit with New Delhi. The two ministers discussed a range of issues including border peace, trade, pilgrimages, people-to-people exchanges, connectivity, and river data sharing. “We had productive conversations on our economic and trade issues, pilgrimages, people-to-people contacts, river data…

Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Monday emphasized the importance of strengthening and broadening China’s economic recovery and positive growth path, as well as working toward the country’s yearly economic and social development goals. Chairing the ninth plenary meeting of the State Council, Li emphasized the need to take a comprehensive and balanced view of the economic situation, actively respond to various uncertainties, ensure the effective implementation of the decisions and arrangements of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, and work towards the best possible outcomes through concrete actions. He emphasized the need to improve the effectiveness of macroeconomic policy…

A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Monday urged relevant countries to respect China’s sovereignty and the rule of law in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), and stop interfering in Hong Kong affairs and China’s internal affairs in any form. Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a regular press briefing in response to a query regarding Australia sheltering anti-China rioters. Mao said the HKSAR government has issued a solemn statement, strongly opposing any country harboring criminals in any form. Regarding China-Australia relations, China’s position remains consistent, she said, expressing hope that Australia will work with China to uphold…