Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has presented former US President Donald Trump with a signed national team jersey, bearing the personal message “Playing for Peace.” This symbolic gesture occurred during the ongoing G7 Summit in Alberta, where world leaders have convened to discuss pressing global issues, including the heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. The jersey was handed to Trump by Portugal’s former Prime Minister António Costa, who attended the summit as a special guest. Costa, a long-time ally of Ronaldo, is said to have maintained close relations with the footballer over the years and reportedly played a role in…
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has, in principle, agreed to reduce Test matches from five days to four for the majority of its member nations. According to British media reports, this proposal will come into effect during the 2027–29 World Test Championship cycle. However, it will not apply to India, England, or Australia, who will continue to play five-day Tests. Under this new arrangement, all other Test-playing nations, including Pakistan, South Africa, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies, will compete in four-day matches.
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has proposed a significant increase in traffic-related fines within the Finance Bill for fiscal year 2025–26. This move introduces stricter penalties for violations and, for the first time, adds a new category specifically for three-wheelers. According to the Finance Bill, a separate fine structure has been established for three-wheelers, which include rickshaws, motorcycle rickshaws, and loaders. Fines for these vehicles will now range from a minimum of Rs200 to a maximum of Rs10,000. A Rs5,000 fine has been proposed for violating route permit conditions for these vehicles, with double penalties for repeat offenses. In a…
On Tuesday, Irfan Kathia, Director General of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab, visited the head office of the Meteorological Department in Lahore. This visit was part of ongoing efforts to bolster preparedness for the upcoming monsoon season. He was accompanied by PDMA Director Zaheer Baig and other senior officials. During the visit, Chief Meteorologist Zaheer Babar provided a detailed briefing on the Meteorological Department’s operations and the expected weather patterns for this year. According to the Met Office, monsoon rains this year are predicted to be 25% above the average, with August likely to experience the highest concentration…
Pakistan has decided to recall some of its diplomatic staff and their families from Iran, according to Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials on Tuesday. This decision comes amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, which has raised concerns over the safety of diplomatic missions in the region. Sources within the ministry confirmed that this measure is precautionary and involves the return of non-essential staff and family members of some diplomats currently stationed in Iran. Despite this partial withdrawal, officials have affirmed that Pakistan’s diplomatic presence in Iran will continue without interruption. A senior official stated, “Our embassy in Tehran…
The Balochistan government on Tuesday presented a surplus budget of Rs1.028 trillion for the fiscal year 2025–26, with a strong emphasis on youth employment, education, healthcare, law and order, and the development of rural areas. During his budget speech, Provincial Finance Minister Mir Shoaib Nosherwani highlighted key achievements and fiscal priorities, stressing that Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti has placed public welfare at the core of governance. “We’ve made sincere efforts for development and have implemented all decisions with transparency. The Balochistan government is moving in the right direction,” said Nosherwani. “We have taken steps to improve the standard of living…
According to official sources, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has initiated a special flight operation to repatriate over 150 Pakistani nationals who were stranded in Iran following the closure of Iranian airspace. A dedicated PIA Airbus A320 aircraft departed from Peshawar and landed in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, serving as a transit point for the stranded Pakistanis who had been transported there from Iran’s city of Mashhad. The group of Pakistani nationals included citizens from Tehran and family members of embassy officials stationed in Iran, all of whom had been stuck for several days due to regional flight disruptions. Sources indicate that their…
The first special Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight, carrying Pakistani nationals who were stranded in Iran, has successfully arrived in Islamabad. The flight, which departed from Ashgabat, brought back 107 Pakistanis who reached home around 3 AM. According to a PIA spokesperson, the stranded individuals had to travel by land from Iran to Turkmenistan due to airspace closures. From Turkmenistan, they were then flown to Islamabad. The Pakistani embassies in both Iran and Turkmenistan played a vital role in facilitating this complex repatriation process. The returning passengers expressed their gratitude to the government and PIA for their timely and commendable…
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to host a luncheon today in honor of Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. A White House spokesperson confirmed that the event will take place in the Cabinet Room, where Field Marshal Munir is also scheduled for a significant meeting with President Trump. Earlier, a grand reception was held in Washington to welcome Field Marshal Asim Munir during his official visit to the United States. The overseas Pakistani community extended a warm welcome to the Army Chief, paying tribute to the bravery of the Pakistan Army, particularly for their efforts…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has projected that the ongoing severe heatwave is set to persist until June 21. Across Islamabad and the broader nation, daytime temperatures are anticipated to remain exceptionally high, posing a significant risk to susceptible individuals. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the plains of Punjab, sweltering daytime conditions are expected to prevail. Similarly, the upper and central districts of Sindh, alongside the southern and eastern parts of Balochistan, will experience continuous intense heat throughout the day. Authorities have strongly advised citizens to maintain hydration, minimize outdoor exposure during peak hours, and pay close attention to warnings regarding heatstroke.…
