Pakistan

HYDERABAD: Federal Minister for Health Mustafa Kamal has emphasized that teachers must not confine themselves merely to imparting knowledge but should also play an active role in shaping students’ character and moral values. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of Iqra University Hyderabad, the minister said education is a fundamental pillar of every society, yet the lack of higher education facilities …

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) Lifestyle Monitoring Cell has identified more than 20 individuals who own luxury assets worth millions of rupees, frequently travel abroad, and showcase lavish lifestyles on social media — yet declare little to no income or assets in their tax returns. According to official details, one of the flagged cases involves a digital content …

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first in the second and final Test against South Africa being played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Captain Shan Masood, after winning the toss, confirmed one change in the playing XI, with Asif Afridi coming into the side in place of Hasan Ali, who has been rested for the match. Masood …

Israel says ceasefire and aid to resume after airstrike. JERUSALEM/CAIRO: A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has resumed following a deadly escalation over the weekend that killed at least 26 Palestinians in Gaza, according to local health authorities. The violence was sparked by a Hamas-led attack that killed two Israeli soldiers, prompting retaliatory Israeli airstrikes described as the most …

Hyderabad Lacks Proper Higher Education Facilities, Says Mustafa Kamal In a major city like Hyderabad, there are still no adequate facilities for higher education, Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal said, emphasizing that quality education and good character are essential for a dignified society. He expressed these views while addressing the inauguration ceremony of a private university in Hyderabad. Mustafa Kamal …

Israel violates ceasefire with air and ground strikes on Gaza; Death toll rises to 33 GAZA: Israel carried out fresh air and ground attacks on Gaza on Sunday, marking one of the worst ceasefire violations since the truce began. The latest strikes and gunfire have raised the death toll to 33 Palestinians in the past 24 hours. According to local …

Government approves National wheat policy, Sets support price at Rs3,500 per Maund ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved the National Wheat Policy 2025–26 and fixed the wheat support price at Rs3,500 per maund. The decision was made during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the country’s new wheat policy. Speaking at the meeting, the Prime Minister said …

Tomato prices surge across Pakistan: Check news rates Tomato prices have risen sharply across Pakistan, putting extra pressure on consumers in major cities as rates per kilogram have gone far above normal levels. In Karachi, shopkeepers are selling tomatoes between Rs. 500 and Rs. 700 per kilogram, even though the official government rate is Rs. 322 per kg. In areas …

Weather update; Rain likely in upper parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Partly cloudy weather with light rain is expected in the upper parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Monday and Tuesday. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said that continental air is covering most parts of the country, while a weak westerly wave may reach the far northern areas. Because of this, dry …

New ISPR anthem pays emotional tribute to Pakistan’s brave martyrs The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has released a new anthem titled “Qaum Kay Shaheedo Tumhen Salam” (Salute to the Martyrs of the Nation), dedicated to those who laid down their lives defending Pakistan. The song, sung by Malik Sanan with lyrics written by Ahmed Freed, serves as a heartfelt tribute …