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Islamabad: Pakistan has announced the creation of a new force – the Army Rocket Force – equipped with advanced technology and intended to serve as a “milestone” in strengthening its combat capabilities. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced at an event late Wednesday night to mark the 79th Independence Day and to commemorate the recent four-day […]

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif marked Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day with calls for unity and defence of sovereignty. Leaders invoked the recent military clash with India and reaffirmed support for Kashmiris, urging all parties to join hands.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar will visit Dhaka on August 23 to meet Bangladeshi officials, including Foreign Minister Touhid Hossain. The visit reflects improved bilateral relations, resumption of direct trade, and recent visa-free agreements for officials.

Three people, including an eight-year-old girl and a senior citizen, were killed and over 60 injured in Karachi due to reckless aerial firing during Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations. Authorities condemned the practice, arrested 20 suspects, and seized weapons.

d its 78th Independence Day despite Pakistan’s 15-day Section 144 clampdown. Activist Mir Yar Baloch accused Islamabad of illegal occupation, war crimes, and human rights abuses, urging global recognition of Baloch sovereignty and accountability for Pakistan’s military and political leaders.

A landslide killed nine volunteers repairing a flood-hit water channel in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Danyor Nullah, officials said. Separately, floods from a glacial lake outburst swept away parts of the Karakoram Highway and damaged homes, roads and water systems in Hunza and nearby areas.

Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir is on his second visit to Washington since last month’s conflict with India. His schedule includes meetings with US military leaders, attending a CENTCOM change of command, and urging Pakistani diaspora to help attract investment.

Pakistan’s Airports Authority says it lost Rs 4.1 billion in overflying revenue after closing its airspace to Indian airlines following the Pahalgam attack. The ban, still in force, has also seen Indian carriers block Pakistani flights from their skies.

Pakistan’s airports authority lost Rs 4.1 billion in overflight revenue between April 24 and June 30 after banning Indian aircraft from its airspace, a move reciprocated by India following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and subsequent Operation Sindoor.

Pakistan’s Supreme Court will resume hearing former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s appeals against bail denial in eight cases linked to the May 9 violence. Khan, currently in Adiala Jail, faces charges including inciting attacks on military and government buildings.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that mercenaries from China, Pakistan, Central Asia, and Africa are fighting for Russia in Vovchansk. He vowed retaliation and praised Ukrainian troops. Heavy fighting continues, with 143 combat engagements reported on August 5

Pakistan on Sunday supported Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy during Iranian President Pezeshkian’s visit. Both nations signed 12 MoUs, pledged to boost trade to USD 10 billion, and agreed to enhance cooperation on terrorism, technology, and regional stability

Pakistan and Iran have agreed to raise their annual trade to USD 8 billion by using their geographical advantage and improving border trade. The two nations aim to boost economic ties through sector-specific cooperation, mutual trust, and regional collaboration

Afghan migrants deported during Pakistan’s ongoing expulsion drive have alleged harassment, extortion, and inhumane treatment. Despite valid documents, many were forced out. The UNHCR reports over 1.2 million returnees and warns of urgent humanitarian needs across Afghan provinces.

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck northern Pakistan early Sunday, with tremors felt in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, KP, and Punjab. It followed a 5.4-magnitude quake a day earlier. No casualties or damage were reported, but residents remain cautious amid aftershock fears.

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The BCCI faces significant online backlash after India’s scheduled match against Pakistan in the 2025 Asia Cup. Critics accuse the board of prioritizing commercial interests over national sentiment amid tensions

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, jailed since August 2023, has described his incarceration at Adiala Jail as the “harshest prison term in the country’s history.” In a post on X, the PTI founder alleged he is being denied basic rights — including clean water for ablution, access to books, newspapers, and even contact with his children.

At least 11 people have been arrested in Pakistan’s Balochistan province after a video showing a couple being killed in an apparent honour killing went viral. The incident sparked nationwide outrage, prompting calls for justice from various social and political groups.

Over 123 people have died and more than 460 injured in Pakistan’s Punjab province due to record monsoon rains. Flooding has destroyed homes, shops, and medical supplies. A new rain spell is expected soon, but flood victims report no government aid