Former Pakistani Senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan, a vocal supporter of Palestinian rights, edges closer to freedom after Israeli forces detained him during a Gaza aid mission. On October 5, 2025, Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) confirmed his safety in custody and signaled a likely return in the coming days through swift diplomatic channels. The FO coordinated...
Heavy monsoon rains have battered Nepal since Friday, October 3, 2025, unleashing flash floods and landslides that killed at least 47 people by Sunday, October 5. Moreover, authorities reported nine missing after floods swept them away, plus three lightning strike victims elsewhere. As rescue teams race against time, the disaster disrupts travel and highlights the...
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg boldly joined the Global Sumud Flotilla last week to challenge Israel’s long-standing maritime blockade of Gaza. However, what started as a humanitarian push for aid delivery quickly spiraled into a nightmare of alleged abuse. On October 1, 2025, Israeli naval forces intercepted over 40 vessels carrying more than 450 activists,...
On September 23, 2025, NIC Karachi and NIC Peshawar partnered with Orbit Startups to host Orbit Demo Day 2025 in Karachi, a vibrant showcase of Pakistan’s entrepreneurial talent. This landmark event celebrated the first cohort of startups under their collaboration, drawing investors, industry leaders, and stakeholders. Additionally, it highlighted Pakistan’s growing innovation landscape, with both...
The United States ramps up its immigration enforcement with a striking deportation flight carrying about 100 Iranians back to their homeland. This action follows a rare diplomatic agreement between Washington and Tehran, which eases longstanding barriers to such removals. The Trump administration chartered a flight from Louisiana on Monday evening, routing through Qatar before landing...
Karachi residents wake up to another day of relentless heat and sticky humidity, but relief might arrive with a dramatic twist. Today, September 30, 2025, the city battles soaring temperatures that could climb as high as 37-39°C, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). However, the “feels-like” heat—amplified by oppressive moisture—pushes even higher, potentially reaching...
President Donald Trump has unveiled a comprehensive 21-point peace plan for Gaza, and this initiative promises to end the ongoing war while charting a realistic pathway to Palestinian statehood. First, officials presented the proposal during high-level meetings with Arab and Muslim leaders on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Moreover,...
Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah actively pushes forward a transformative initiative to integrate Cambridge O and A Level programs into public schools across the province. Specifically, the plan targets at least one school per district to deliver these internationally recognized courses, aiming to democratize access to high-quality education for underprivileged students. Moreover, this...
U.S. President Donald Trump warmly welcomed Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to the White House on Thursday, September 25, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in strengthening ties between the two nations. Moreover, Trump also hosted Pakistan’s powerful Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, during the Oval Office session, which underscored the deepening strategic partnership. This...
On September 24, 2025, during the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. He firmly urged the global lender to incorporate the severe impacts of recent floods into the next review of Pakistan’s bailout program. Sharif confidently highlighted Pakistan’s progress first. For instance, the...