ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 19th Oct, 2025) Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability, reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to global water cooperation and integrated environmental action at two high-level events during the IUCN World Conservation Congress, which were held at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. Balalaa delivered opening remarks …

Pakistan Air Force’s JF-17 Thunder Block-III fighter jets. Rawalpindi: A contingent of Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) latest JF-17 Thunder Block III fighter jets has arrived in Azerbaijan to participate in the international air exercise “Indus Shield Alpha.” The exercise features experienced PAF personnel including both air and ground crew, ISPR According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), during the non-stop …

The remains of 12 of the 28 Israeli captives being held in Gaza have been returned to Israel, but Hamas says it faces challenges recovering all the bodies. Hamas has turned over the remains of two more deceased Israeli captives from Gaza, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced, as the Palestinian group accused Israel of continuing …

The Government has unveiled a national plan to create 400,000 green energy jobs within the next five years, in what ministers say will be one of the most significant workforce transitions in modern British history. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said the programme aims to double the number of people working in the UK’s low-carbon sector by 2030, with a sharp …

The U.S. State Department has revealed that it has “credible reports” that Hamas may be about to breach the ceasefire with an attack on Palestinian civilians in Gaza. If such an attack were to occur, it “would constitute a direct and grave violation” of the peace agreement brokered by President Donald Trump to end the two-year conflict between Israel and …

Small businesses around the Chinachem Tower in Hong Kong’s Central were dealt a blow after the building was engulfed in flames, with some stores remaining shut on Sunday morning as the investigation into the cause of the fire entered its second day. Some shop operators described the fire as a rarity in the central business district and a source of …

Gaza City / Tel Aviv: The Israeli military has continued its deadly campaign in Gaza, with at least 47 reported ceasefire violations since the latest truce began earlier this month, according to Palestinian officials. These breaches have resulted in the deaths of 38 people and injuries to at least 143 others. Despite ongoing calls for de-escalation, Israel has announced that …

ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 19th Oct, 2025) The UAE is witnessing a major boom in data centre and cloud infrastructure projects, driven by the acceleration of government digital transformation and the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence technologies, reinforcing its position as a leading regional hub for cloud infrastructure and a preferred destination for global …

Australia‘s pace spearhead Mitchell Starc produced a blistering opening spell against India in the first ODI at Optus Stadium, Perth, leaving the visitors reeling early in the innings. Bowling with venom and precision, Starc finished his initial burst with figures of 5-1-20-1, helping the hosts seize control in the powerplay. While his spell included the prized wicket of Virat Kohli, …

PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 19th Oct, 2025) The brother of a PTI Tehsil Chairman found himself in trouble after misbehaving at a police checkpost in Peshawar. According to police on Sunday, the brother of the PTI Tehsil Chairman of Mathra, identified as Farman, arrived at the police post to secure the release of an accused individual. During …

Ukraine has no chance of defeating Russia even with massive Western support because it lacks the necessary manpower and does not have NATO troops on the ground, a former UK chief of the Defense Staff has said. In an interview published on Saturday by The Independent, Field Marshal David Richards – who held his post from 2010 to 2013 and …

The Pakistan women’s cricket team has canceled their scheduled practice session for today. Instead, the players will engage in various fitness and workout exercises at the hotel gym. The women cricketers are expected to resume outdoor training in tomorrow’s practice session. Pakistan will play their sixth match of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup against South Africa on October 21, …

Lahore: The air quality in Lahore has plummeted to hazardous levels, making it the most polluted city in the world, according to the Smog Monitoring Center. Officials attribute the worsening air to easterly winds carrying pollutants into the city, while cooler morning temperatures are causing smog particles to linger in the air for longer durations. In response to the environmental …

Ahead of the ongoing first ODI between Australia and India at the Optus Stadium in Perth, Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli opened up about his childhood memories of watching cricket played Down Under and how it shaped his ambitions as a cricketer. Kohli also shared experience of watching his childhood heroes perform in Australia and how that inspired him in …

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 19th Oct, 2025) Kashmiri activist Mushaal Hussein Mullick, wife of detained Hurriyat leader Yasin Malik Sunday praised Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s diplomatic peace initiatives and emphasized the need to maintain focus on Kashmir’s struggle at the United Nations (UN) and with Pakistan, cautioning that any incident involving …