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Backdoor negotiations are underway between the PML-N and PPP leadership over the construction of new canals and the convening of a Council of Common Interests (CCI) meeting, sources revealed. According to insiders, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken an active role in addressing PPP’s concerns, engaging in talks with PPP leadership and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah to reach an amicable resolution through consensus. No clash despite majority in CCI Despite the PML-N holding a majority in the CCI, sources confirm that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is keen on resolving the matter without confrontation, opting instead for dialogue and…

KARACHI: The port city experienced intense heat on Tuesday as temperatures soared to 38.1 degrees Celsius, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The weather is expected to remain hot and dry over the next 24 hours, with the maximum temperature likely to range between 37°C and 39°C. Humidity in the air was recorded at 53%, while light winds were blowing from the north. The weatherman added that sea breezes are expected to resume in the afternoon. Karachi’s weather forecast is to be taken in the context of Chief Meteorologist Muhammad Afzal’s prediction last week of a significant increase in…

Pakistan’s struggles in international cricket continued as they suffered another defeat against New Zealand in the second ODI, handing the hosts a decisive 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The match, played at Seddon Park in Hamilton, saw New Zealand post a competitive total of 292/8 in their 50 overs after being invited to bat first by Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan. Wicketkeeper-batsman Mitchell Hay starred for the Black Caps, scoring an unbeaten 99 off 78 balls, smashing 7 sixes and 7 fours to guide his team to a strong total. Pakistan’s batting collapse In response, Pakistan’s batting lineup crumbled under…

Pakistan cricket team’s fast bowler Haris Rauf has suffered an injury while batting in the second ODI against New Zealand on Wednesday. The second ODI between Pakistan and New Zealand was played at Seddon Park in Hamilton. During the match, fast bowler Haris Rauf suffered an injury while batting. A dangerous bouncer from New Zealand fast bowler Will O’Rourke hit Haris Rauf’s helmet, after which he was declared retired hurt and left the field. Naseem Shah was included in the team in the place of Haris Rauf as per the connection rule. On Tuesday, the International Cricket Council (ICC) fined…

The reports of President Asif Ali Zardari being shifted to Dubai for treatment have been declared baseless. Sindh Minister Sharjeel Memon has claimed that President Zardari’s health is improving, and that the news of him being shifted to Dubai for treatment is baseless. “The reports about President Asif Ali Zardari being shifted to Dubai for treatment is inaccurate. His health is improving and Inshallah he will be fine very soon,” the provincial minister posted on his official X account. Early on Tuesday morning, President Asif Ali Zardari’s health deteriorated suddenly, which prompted his admission to a private hospital in Clifton,…

The United States has imposed sanctions on six entities and two individuals based in Iran, the UAE, and China for their involvement in procuring critical components for Iran’s UAV and ballistic missile programs. In a statement, the US State Department emphasized that “today’s action is a part of President Trump’s maximum pressure campaign on the Iranian regime to disrupt efforts by the US-sanctioned Iran-based Qods Aviation Industries to procure equipment for Iran’s military-industrial complex and UAV program”. “The United States will use all available means to expose and disrupt Iran’s growing UAV and missile development programs and weapons proliferation, which…

Strong earthquake tremors were felt in the Pak-Afghan border areas on Wednesday morning, causing fear and panic among residents. The tremors prompted people in Zhob and nearby regions to rush out of their homes and buildings. According to the National Seismological Center, the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.0 on the Richter scale and occurred at a depth of 65 kilometers. The epicenter of the quake was located in the Hindukush mountainous region of Afghanistan. Despite the intensity of the tremors, no casualties or property damage have been reported so far. However, the sudden jolt created panic among the locals,…

The frenzy to create Ghibli-style AI art using ChatGPT’s image-generation tool led to a record surge in users for OpenAI’s chatbot last week, straining its servers and temporarily limiting the feature’s usage. The viral trend saw users from across the globe flood social media with images based on the hand-drawn style of the famed Japanese animation outfit, Studio Ghibli, founded by renowned director Hayao Miyazaki and known for movies such as “Spirited Away” and “My Neighbor Totoro”. Average weekly active users breached the 150 million mark for the first time this year, according to data from market research firm Similarweb.…

LAHORE : The third day of Eidul Fitr is being celebrated across the country with joy and enthusiasm as festivities remain in full swing. With the Eid holidays coming to an end, families and children are making the most of the final day. Kids have already planned to empty their elders’ pockets, with some heading to the zoo and others enjoying rides in parks. The first two days saw massive crowds at public spots, with people indulging in outings and celebrations. Women and children enjoyed Eid to the fullest, capping off their day with visits to restaurants. From karahi and…

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command on Wednesday organized its ground forces to conduct long-range live-fire drills in the East China Sea according to the training plans of the “Strait Thunder-2025A” exercise, Senior Colonel Shi Yi, spokesperson for the command, said in a statement. The drills involved precision strikes on simulated targets including key ports and energy facilities, and achieved the desired effects, according to the statement.