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Israeli forces conducted a new operation in Kiswa – southwest of Damascus – a day after a drone strike killed six Syrian soldiers. The move marks another escalation amid rising tensions in the region. Local sources report that Israeli aircraft targeted a former army barracks in Kiswa on Wednesday. Video verified by Al Jazeera’s fact-checking team shows airstrikes hitting multiple sites. A Syrian military source confirmed that Israel carried out a landing operation using four helicopters, deploying dozens of soldiers and search equipment at the site for over two hours. No clashes occurred between Israeli and Syrian forces during the…

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has sounded a major alarm over the rising flood crisis in Punjab, warning that Qadirabad Headworks on the Chenab River is under severe pressure and at risk of collapse. Authorities fear that if the structure gives way, the districts of Hafizabad and Chiniot could face devastating consequences. Qadirabad Headworks facing extreme flood pressure According to PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathia, water flow at Qadirabad Headworks has surged to 1,077,000 cusecs, far beyond its designed capacity of 800,000 cusecs. Extremely dangerous high-level flood continues at Head Qadirabad in the Chenab River. Continuous water pressure…

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert for the ninth spell of monsoon rains in Punjab, warning of heavy thunderstorms and dangerous flood levels in multiple rivers across the province. Authorities have directed all deputy commissioners and rescue teams to remain on high alert to protect lives and property. Heavy rains forecast in Punjab According to PDMA, heavy thunderstorms are expected in several districts, including Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujranwala, Lahore, Gujrat, and Sialkot between August 29 and September 2. Rain is also forecast in Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, and Rajanpur, raising concerns about flooding…

The Gates Foundation, established by Microsoft founder Bill Gates, has pledged $1 million in aid to Pakistan flood victims. According to details surfaced on Wednesday, the foundation will provide this support through the World Health Organization (WHO), which will allocate the funds to deliver medical assistance to 465,000 affected individuals across 33 flood-affected districts in all four provinces. WHO Pakistan representative Dr Daping Luo expressed gratitude to the Gates Foundation for the timely aid. He emphasised that WHO remains committed to protecting human lives in Pakistan. Dr Luo recently visited flood-hit areas and highlighted the intensifying monsoon rains linked to…

Leg-spinner Rashid Khan to spearhead strong Afghanistan squad for the forthcoming tri-nation series, slated to begin from August 29 in the United Arab Emirates. According to details, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced a 17-member squad for the upcoming trilateral series in the Gulf country. Afghanistan have included a mix of veteran playe rs and fringe players. The former captain, Mohammad Nabi would look to add extra value to the side. Apart from time, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran have proved their mettle as the formidable opening pair for their country in the past three years. Moreover, the spin-heavy…

Pakistani actors Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt have been blessed with a baby girl, their third daughter, whom they named Naimal. The little one was born on August 26, completing what the couple called their “full circle of happiness”. Announcement on Instagram The proud parents shared the happy news on their respective Instagram accounts with an emotional note written on behalf of their elder daughters, Amal and Miral, for their newborn sister. The heartfelt letter read: “Dear Naimal, welcome to our hearts, our home, and our lives! From the moment we knew you were coming, we waited with so much…

Peshawar Zalmi has confirmed that Babar Azam will take part in an exhibition match to raise funds for flood victims. According to details, the match will take place in Peshawar on August 30, with Peshawar Zalmi facing a Legends XI. Proceeds from the game will be used to support the rehabilitation of those affected by the floods. Earlier on Tuesday, the Peshawar Zalmi owner has announced an exhibition match to support flood victims, scheduled for August 30 at the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar. According to details, the franchise’s owner, Javed Afridi, confirmed the development on Tuesday, saying that…

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers have announced their resignations from all parliamentary standing committees of the National Assembly, including the powerful Public Accounts Committee (PAC), triggering a major shake-up in opposition representation. PTI resignations begin implementation According to the National Assembly Secretariat, PTI members are officially present in parliament under the banner of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC). Following the decision of PTI’s political committee, SIC lawmakers began submitting resignations late on Wednesday. In total, the SIC stands to lose the chairmanship of seven National Assembly standing committees and the Public Accounts Committee, making it one of the largest coordinated withdrawals…

BEIJING  : China will promote the high-quality development of the satellite communication industry by optimizing business access, according to a set of guidelines unveiled by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The guidelines aim to promote the launch of satellite communication services, stimulate the vitality of innovation in the commercial space sector and foster new drivers of productivity in an orderly manner, all of which is aimed at supporting China’s transformation into a manufacturing power and a cyber power, as well as the construction of a Digital China. By 2030, China aims to improve the management system, policies and…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The China Program at the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad, hosted a high-level seminar on “China’s Mediation Diplomacy and the IOMeD Initiative: Global Dispute Resolution in a Multipolar Era.” Experts, mediators, and policymakers discussed the significance of the newly established International Organization for Mediation (IOMed) and its potential role in reshaping global dispute resolution. Delivering the welcome remarks, Ambassador Jauhar Saleem, President of IRS, highlighted China’s efforts to promote a stable and collaborative world through dialogue and mediation. He described IOMed as a key step in strengthening global governance and noted that traditional mechanisms, such…