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Suicide Bombing in North Waziristan Claims Lives of 13 Soldiers

June 28, 2025

A devastating suicide bombing in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killed 13 Pakistani soldiers and injured 24 others, including civilians, on June 28, 2025. The attack targeted a military convoy in the Mir

Pakistan’s Budget FY 26: Austerity Measures Amid Economic Challenges

June 28, 2025

Business

Pakistan’s National Assembly passed the Rs17.6 trillion Budget FY 26 on June 27, 2025, prioritizing fiscal discipline to meet International Monetary Fund (IMF) requirements. The budget aims for a 2.4% primary surplus

Swat Floods: Tragedy Strikes as Rescue Efforts Intensify

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

Heavy rainfall triggered devastating flash floods in Swat Valley, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, claiming at least 11 lives and leaving several people missing. The Swat River, swollen by pre-monsoon downpours, surged to a dangerous

Ecotourism in Pakistan

June 28, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

Pakistan is advancing its ecotourism efforts by designating Changa Manga, Uchali Lake, and Chashma as key sites for sustainable tourism development. These locations, known for their ecological and cultural significance, aim to

India Expresses Concern Over Trilateral Meeting in China

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

India has voiced unease regarding a recent trilateral meeting held in Kunming, China, involving the foreign secretaries of China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The discussions, which took place in Yunnan province, mark a

Rohingya Refugee Camps Face Severe Aid Shortages

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

The Rohingya refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, home to over one million displaced people, are grappling with significant challenges due to substantial reductions in foreign aid. These camps, hosting the world’s

The Hague Rejects India’s Objections in Indus Water Arbitration

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in The Hague has issued a significant ruling, affirming its authority to adjudicate disputes under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) despite India’s attempt to suspend the

Islamic Emirate Dismisses US Allegations of Terrorist Safe Havens in Afghanistan

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has firmly denied accusations from the U.S. House of Representatives that the country serves as a safe haven for terrorist groups. Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the

IMF Sets New Loan Conditions for Bangladesh

June 28, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has introduced fresh requirements for Bangladesh as part of its $5.5 billion loan program, aimed at stabilizing the nation’s economy. These conditions focus on reducing domestic and

Dhaka: Leftist Parties Begin Road March

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

On June 27, 2025, leftist political groups in Bangladesh, led by the Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) and the Left Democratic Alliance, launched a two-day road march from Dhaka to Chittagong. Starting

Indian Families Face Expensive Education

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

Indian families face expensive education as private school fees soar, straining household budgets across cities like Delhi. Parents are grappling with annual fee hikes, some as high as 20%, which outpace inflation

Indian Researchers Struggle as Innovation Funding Lags

June 28, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

India’s ambition to become a global leader in science and technology faces setbacks as researchers across the country struggle with delayed funding. Scholars at premier institutions, including the Indian Institutes of Technology

Call for Immediate Enforcement of Afghan Trade Guarantee by SCCI

June 28, 2025

Business

The Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has raised urgent concerns over delays in implementing a promised reform to shift from bank guarantees to insurance guarantees for Afghan transit trade. SCCI

Pakistan’s Economic Plan Gets Continued Support from World Bank

June 28, 2025

Business

Pakistan’s economic reforms have received a strong endorsement from the World Bank, signaling sustained international backing for the country’s development goals. In recent high-level discussions, Economic Affairs Minister Ahad Cheema met with

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Post Federal Budget: PSX Rises by Nearly 1,600 Points

June 28, 2025

Business·Current Affairs

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced a significant upswing, with the KSE-100 Index climbing nearly 1,600 points on Friday, following the National Assembly’s approval of the Rs17.57 trillion federal budget for the

Claims Emerge of Targeted Deportations of Muslims in India

June 28, 2025

Current Affairs

Reports have surfaced alleging that India is involved in the deportations of Muslims to Bangladesh without legal proceedings, raising concerns about ethnic profiling and human rights violations. These actions, reportedly intensified since

Countries Push for Afghan Reintegration into Global Community

June 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Malaysia and Kyrgyzstan have recently emphasized the importance of reintegrating Afghanistan into the international community, highlighting its significance for regional stability. During a joint press conference, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar

UN Highlights Equality in Seafarer Rights and Afghanistan’s Gender Crisis

June 26, 2025

Current Affairs

The United Nations is actively addressing equality in two critical areas: the protection of seafarers’ rights globally and the severe gender-based challenges in Afghanistan. For seafarers, who are vital to global trade,

Afghanistan’s Economy Calls for Humanitarian Aid and Asset Release

June 26, 2025

Current Affairs

Afghanistan’s economy remains under significant strain, grappling with poverty, unemployment, and disruptions in trade and aid. Recent discussions among officials and economic experts highlight the pressing need for sustained humanitarian support and

CBI Arrests Fugitive in 40-Year-Old Bank Fraud Case

June 26, 2025

Current Affairs

After a 40-year pursuit, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended Satish Kumar Anand, a key figure in a bank fraud case involving Rs 5.69 lakh. The arrest, made on June

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Suicide Bombing in North Waziristan Claims Lives of 13 Soldiers

Pakistan’s Budget FY 26: Austerity Measures Amid Economic Challenges

Swat Floods: Tragedy Strikes as Rescue Efforts Intensify

Ecotourism in Pakistan

India Expresses Concern Over Trilateral Meeting in China

Rohingya Refugee Camps Face Severe Aid Shortages

The Hague Rejects India’s Objections in Indus Water Arbitration

Islamic Emirate Dismisses US Allegations of Terrorist Safe Havens in Afghanistan

IMF Sets New Loan Conditions for Bangladesh

Dhaka: Leftist Parties Begin Road March

Indian Families Face Expensive Education

Indian Researchers Struggle as Innovation Funding Lags

Call for Immediate Enforcement of Afghan Trade Guarantee by SCCI

Pakistan’s Economic Plan Gets Continued Support from World Bank

Post Federal Budget: PSX Rises by Nearly 1,600 Points

Claims Emerge of Targeted Deportations of Muslims in India

Countries Push for Afghan Reintegration into Global Community

UN Highlights Equality in Seafarer Rights and Afghanistan’s Gender Crisis

Afghanistan’s Economy Calls for Humanitarian Aid and Asset Release

CBI Arrests Fugitive in 40-Year-Old Bank Fraud Case

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