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Two more terrorists killed as Balochistan toll reaches 19Published on: August 17, 2026 2:00 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Security forces killed two terrorists and injured three others during an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan, raising the number killed across the province to 19 in three ... Read More


Rustam's Pushtangi Spring becomes major tourist attractionPublished on: August 17, 2026 2:00 AM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Pushtangi Spring, located in Rustam area of Mardan district has become a popular tourist destination due to its natural beauty, cool and clear water and lush green mountains. Nes... Read More


Heavy rain raises Nullah Lai flood threatPublished on: August 17, 2026 1:54 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Heavy rainfall flooded low-lying areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, while rising water levels in Nullah Lai prompted authorities to warn residents living along its banks. The wat... Read More


Congo latest Ebola outbreak has killed 2,325 people in country's historyPublished on: August 17, 2026 1:49 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history. Official data shows that 2,325 people have died since the outbreak began ... Read More


Myanmar verifies 309,000 Rohingya claims as repatriation remains delayedPublished on: August 17, 2026 1:46 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Myanmar has verified nearly 309,000 Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh as former residents of Rakhine State. However, security concerns continue to delay their possible return. The M... Read More


Saudi Arabia tightens airline checks on transit documentsPublished on: August 17, 2026 1:41 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Saudi Arabia has ordered airlines to verify passengers' travel documents before boarding flights from its airports. The measure aims to prevent travel disruptions involving missin... Read More


Pakistan embassy issues advisory for Umrah pilgrimsPublished on: August 17, 2026 1:40 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- The Pakistan Embassy in Saudi Arabia has advised Umrah pilgrims and Pakistani workers to follow local laws, respect visa conditions and avoid activities that could lead to legal a... Read More


Punjab shifts primary education toward activity-based learningPublished on: August 17, 2026 1:21 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Punjab will introduce activity-based books for students up to Grade 5 from the 2027 academic session, aiming to replace rote learning with practical classroom experiences. The Pu... Read More


Pakistan takes UN disarmament conference presidencyPublished on: August 17, 2026 1:13 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Pakistan has assumed the presidency of the United Nations Conference on Disarmament today, August 17, gaining an important diplomatic role in global arms control and security disc... Read More


Oil prices rise as Iran talks stall and Hormuz traffic slowsPublished on: August 17, 2026 12:47 PM

Pakistan, Aug. 17 -- Oil prices climbed on Monday as hopes for a US-Iran peace breakthrough weakened. Slower tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz also increased concerns about global supply. Br... Read More