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WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump urged Iran-backed Hamas on Tuesday to agree to what he called a “final proposal” for a 60-day ceasefire with Israel in Gaza that will be delivered by mediating officials from Qatar and Egypt. In a social media post, Trump said his representatives had a “long and productive” meeting with Israeli officials about Gaza. He did not identify his representatives but US special envoy Steve Witkoff, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance had been due to meet Ron Dermer, a senior adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump said Israel has agreed to the conditions to finalize…

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has set a new all-time record, reaching its highest-ever level at the start of the trading week. For the first time, the PSX 100-Index crossed the 129,000-point mark. During intra-day trading, the index witnessed a sharp gain of over 1,300 points. By the close of the trading session, the 100-Index had surged by 1,335 points, closing at 129,534 points. According to market experts, this bullish trend is driven by increasing investor confidence and improving economic indicators in the country.

ISLAMABAD : The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast hot and humid conditions to continue across most parts of the country on Wednesday, with chances of rain, wind, and thundershowers at isolated locations in northern and upper regions. In Islamabad, residents can expect humid and partly cloudy weather, with a 35 percent probability of rain and thunderstorms in the capital and surrounding areas. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, partly cloudy skies will dominate, while intermittent rain and thundershowers may occur in isolated areas including Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Malakand, Bajaur, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Peshawar, and Kohat. Punjab will remain mainly hot…

The rescue and search operation in the Swat River tragedy entered its sixth day , as teams continued efforts to locate missing victims, officials said. Rescue workers, supported by the district administration and civil defense teams, are conducting the operation from Kanju Bridge to Barikot. Divers, rescue boats, and modern search equipment are being used, according to a spokesperson. Authorities said the operation would persist until the recovery of the body of Abdullah, a young man from Daska, who remains missing. So far, 12 bodies have been recovered since the incident occurred. Meanwhile, a separate anti-encroachment operation in the region…

The Iranian military loaded naval mines onto vessels in the Persian Gulf last month, a move that intensified concerns in Washington that Tehran was gearing up to blockade the Strait of Hormuz following Israel’s strikes on sites across Iran, according to two U.S. officials. The previously unreported preparations, which were detected by U.S. intelligence, occurred some time after Israel launched its initial missile attack against Iran on June 13, said the officials, who requested anonymity to discuss sensitive intelligence matters. The loading of the mines – which have not been deployed in the strait – suggests that Tehran may have…

According to Indian media, the Asia Cup is expected to start on September 4 or 5, with the much-anticipated Pakistan-India clash scheduled for September 7 in Dubai. Reports suggest that Pakistan and India will face each other at least twice during the tournament. A final decision regarding the Asia Cup is expected to be made later this week. The tournament will be hosted by India and played in the T20 format.

The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced that a total of 42,000 Hajj pilgrims are expected to return to Pakistan tomorrow (July 2) as part of the ongoing post-Hajj operation. According to PIA management, 24,000 pilgrims have already returned to Pakistan through 109 flights. The post-Hajj operation is currently underway, utilising aircraft from the national carrier’s fleet, including Boeing 777s and Airbus A320s. The Hajj repatriation operation is scheduled to conclude on July 10, according to the PIA administration. Separately, few days back, it was reported that the Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially commenced the mandatory registration process for…

Raw onions are a staple ingredient in many dishes, while cooking onions can enhance their flavour and texture. Eating them raw provides a variety of nutrients and antioxidants that can support overall health. – Rich in antioxidants – Fresh raw onions are packed with antioxidants, including flavonoids and phenolic compounds. These components help protect the body from cellular damage caused by free radicals. Antioxidants may also reduce the risk of chronic illnesses such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. – Reduces risk of heart, vascular diseases – Raw onions contain a compound known as quercetin, which has been shown to help…

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he will discuss the situations in Gaza and Iran when he meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House next week, adding that he hopes to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza soon. Trump plans to meet Netanyahu on Monday and told reporters during a visit to Florida that he would be “very firm” with him on the need for a speedy Gaza ceasefire while noting that Netanyahu wants one as well. A senior Israeli official, Ron Dermer, has been in Washington this week holding talks ahead of the meeting. He…

All-rounder Corbin Bosch took a first five-wicket haul in test cricket to go with his maiden century as a much-changed South Africa thumped hosts Zimbabwe by 328 runs on day four of the first test in Bulawayo on Tuesday. Set a massive target of 537 for victory, Zimbabwe were bowled out for 208 in the afternoon session as Bosch, who finished 100 not out in the visitors’ first innings, took 5-43 and debutant seamer Codi Yusuf chipped in with 3-22. Wellington Masakadza top scored for the hosts with 57 and captain Craig Ervine managed 49, but for the rest it…