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The Pakistan national cricket team are scheduled to visit Bangladesh in July to take on the hosts in a three-match T20I series ahead of the Asia Cup. According to details, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has released a schedule for the forthcoming T20I series. The Green Shirts are scheduled to reach Dhaka on July 16. All three matches would be held in Dhaka on July 20, 22 and 24, respectively.

Pakistan’s National Security Adviser, Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik, is on an official visit to China, where he attended the meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Council of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). During the session, Lt. Gen. Asim Malik reaffirmed Pakistan’s firm stance on the importance of global peace, stability, and security in the evolving international landscape. He highlighted Pakistan’s continued commitment to playing a constructive role in promoting peace and security across the region. National Security Adviser also held significant meetings with the Chinese leadership, where both sides agreed to strengthen security cooperation further and enhance bilateral…

International Day of the Seafarer is being observed Wednesday (today).  In 2025, the campaign launched is ‘My Harassment-Free Ship’, an initiative aimed at promoting a culture of respect and zero tolerance for bullying and harassment at sea. 25 June is the “Day of the Seafarer,” aimed at recognizing the invaluable contribution seafarers make to international trade and the world economy, often at great personal cost to themselves and their families

BEIJING – Pakistan’s rice exports to China recorded an impressive 121% year-on-year growth during the first five months of 2025, reflecting deeper trade ties and robust agricultural cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). According to Ghulam Qadir, Trade and Investment Counsellor at the Pakistani Embassy in China, data from the General Administration of Customs of China shows Pakistan exported rice worth $32.076 million from January to May 2025, a significant jump from $14.53 million during the same period in 2024. The majority of this growth came from semi- or wholly-milled rice (commodity code 10063020), which alone accounted for $26.68…

The recent US military strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities did not completely destroy the core components of Iran’s nuclear program and are believed to have set it back by only a few months, according to an early assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). The classified assessment, based on a detailed battle damage report by US Central Command, challenges President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that the strikes had “completely obliterated” Iran’s nuclear capabilities. Seven sources familiar with the report told CNN that much of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile survived the attack and most of the centrifuges remain intact.…

LAHORE : The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab said the first spell of monsoon rains has begun and it will continue until July 1. It said heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in most districts. Early morning downpours in the federal capital Islamabad and the adjoining city of Rawalpindi have led to water accumulation on roads and in low-lying areas. The rain continues intermittently, causing disruptions in traffic flow and raising concerns of urban flooding. In Rawalpindi, the water level in Nullah Lai has started to rise, prompting authorities to monitor the situation closely. PDMA spokesperson stated…

NEW YORK : Pakistan has reaffirmed its support for the resolution of the Iran nuclear issue through peaceful means, diplomatic engagement and sustained dialogue. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, stated this at a critical United Nations Security Council briefing on the implementation of Resolution 2231 (2015) and the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). “Pakistan advocates the preservation and the renewal of the JCPOA, or its substitution by an equally sound agreement that is acceptable to all sides, before it expires in October 2025,” he said. “We are meeting at a crucial point in…

Bahrain have defeated Pakistan 3–1 in the final of the AVC Nations Cup 2025, held in Bahrain, to claim the championship title. According to details, the Green Shirts managed to secure the silver medal in the tournament after putting up a spirited performance in the tournament. Bahrain won the match with set scores of 25–18, 25–17, 16–25 and 25–23. Earlier, Pakistan has secured a place in the final of the tournament after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Qatar in the semi-final clash held in Bahrain on Saturday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a law authorising the development of a state-backed messaging app integrated with government services, as Moscow strives to reduce its dependence on platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram. Russia has long sought to establish what it calls digital sovereignty by promoting home-grown services. Its push to replace foreign tech platforms became more urgent as some Western companies pulled out of the Russian market following Moscow’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Russian lawmakers say the state app will have functionality that the likes of Telegram and Meta Platforms’ WhatsApp do not. Critics say the fact…

Research suggested that just one particular type of fruit may significantly reduce the risk of dementia. According to scientific analysis, a specific fruit has been found to offer remarkable benefits for individuals aiming to improve memory, focus, and cognitive resilience. Notably, this fruit can also reduce the likelihood of developing dementia. It has been reported that a certain type of berry enhances brain function due to a key nutritional compound found within it. This fruit may also protect individuals at risk of cognitive decline from further deterioration. Studies indicate that even a small amount of blueberries can lead to a…