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The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has issued formal notices to several prominent YouTubers and social media influencers in connection with an inquiry into the promotion of online gambling and betting applications. According to official documents, YouTuber Rajab Butt, along with influencers Iqra Kanwal and Muhammad Anas Ali, has been directed to appear before the cyber crime agency on September 9. Written notices were dispatched earlier this week, summoning them for questioning. Rajab Butt, one of the country’s most-followed YouTubers, is at the center of the inquiry. The NCCIA has accused him of: Encouraging youth to invest in online…

The flood situation across Punjab has worsened, with rising water levels at major rivers and barrages causing devastation in dozens of districts. At Head Panjnad, the water flow, which had earlier decreased from 310,000 cusecs to 206,000 cusecs, rose again to 306,000 cusecs on Friday, raising fears of a massive flood wave. Rising water levels across dams and rivers According to the Flood Forecasting Division (FFD), Tarbela Dam is now 100% full, while Mangla stands at 87% capacity. Current levels were reported as: Tarbela: 1,549.92 feet Mangla: 1,230.25 feet Khanpur: 1,981.35 feet Rawal: 1,751.50 feet Samli: 2,314.80 feet Authorities have…

Egypt and Qatar have sharply criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for suggesting Palestinians in Gaza could be displaced, warning that such a move would amount to a grave violation of international law. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Netanyahu’s comments reflected “ongoing attempts to prolong escalation in the region and perpetuate instability while avoiding accountability for Israeli violations in Gaza.” In an interview with the Israeli Telegram channel Abu Ali Express, Netanyahu said “half of the population wants to leave Gaza” and claimed this would not amount to a “mass expulsion.” He further remarked: “I can open Rafah for…

China has decided to implement temporary anti-dumping measures on certain pork and pig by-products originating from the European Union (EU), starting September 10, according to a preliminary ruling announced by the Ministry of Commerce. Such imports involved dumping and caused substantial damage to the related domestic industry, the ministry said in the ruling posted on its website. Authorities have decided to implement temporary anti-dumping measures in the form of deposits on those imports. Importers are required to provide deposits to Chinese customs authorities based on the rates specified for each company. The deposit rate will range from 15.6 percent to…

A senior Chinese diplomat called on all member states of the United Nations to uphold multilateralism and strengthen unity and cooperation addressing the UN General Assembly in New York . Geng Shuang, China’s deputy permanent representative to the UN, introduced a draft resolution titled “Cooperation between the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)” (A/79/L.124), on behalf of the 10 SCO member states, when he made remarks at the 94th plenary meeting of the 79th session of UN General Assembly. Established on June 15, 2001, the SCO has continued to grow and develop over the past 24 years, evolving…

A CERES-1 Y15 commercial carrier rocket blasted off at 7:39 p.m. on Friday, from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwestern China, sending three satellites and the Eros Star in-orbit test platform into planned sun-synchronous orbit. This is the second Eros Star in-orbit test platform, following the first launch on June 6, 2024. The Eros Star is China’s first domestic commercial rocket upper stage in-orbit test platform, independently developed by the Chinese private firm Galactic Energy. Based on the final stage of the CERES-1 carrier rocket, some adaptive modifications have been made to enable long-term orbital operation through system upgrades.…

The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on strengthening cooperation between the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) . The draft resolution was jointly proposed by China and other countries. The resolution acknowledges the constructive role of the SCO in ensuring peace and sustainable development, promoting regional cooperation, and enhancing good-neighborly relations and mutual trust. It emphasizes the importance of strengthening dialogue, cooperation and coordination between the United Nations system and the SCO. The resolution proposes that the UN secretary-general maintain regular consultations with the SCO secretary-general through existing inter-agency forums and mechanisms,…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Western proposals to send a “reassurance force” into Ukraine immediately after any ceasefire, warning that such troops would be treated as “legitimate targets.” His remarks followed a Paris summit where allies finalized plans for post-war security guarantees. French President Emmanuel Macron announced that 26 countries had formally committed to deploying troops “by land, sea or air” to ensure Ukraine’s security once hostilities end. He stressed the force would not operate on the front lines or wage war against Russia but would deter “any new major aggression.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the Paris decisions…

The United States has reportedly deployed F-35 stealth fighter jets to Puerto Rico as President Donald Trump weighs potential strikes on drug cartels operating inside Venezuela, escalating already fraught tensions with Caracas. According to US defense sources cited by news outlets, 10 F-35 warplanes are being stationed in Puerto Rico to support expanded anti-drug operations. Washington has labeled several Latin American cartels as “narco-terrorist” groups, accusing them of ties to Venezuela’s leadership. The deployment comes alongside a significant US naval build-up in the southern Caribbean, including at least seven warships, 4,500 sailors and Marines, and a nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine. Officials…

The birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad Mustafa (PBUH) is being celebrated across Pakistan with great religious fervor, devotion, and joy. Federal and provincial governments have declared a public holiday, while streets, mosques, and homes are adorned with lights, flags, and decorations. Cities across Pakistan are decorated with vibrant green flags, electric lanterns, and illuminated government and private buildings. Mihrabs and decorative gates have been set up in marketplaces and on major highways to mark the blessed day. Mosques, too, are glowing with electric lanterns, where gatherings of blessings, prayers, and Naat Khawani are being organized. Arrangements for…