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India fast-tracks Sawalkote Hydro Project in J&K: Will it hurt Pakistan?
India is moving ahead with its plans to build the Sawalkote Hydro Project in Jammu and Kashmir. The government has begun inviting tenders for the 1,856 Megawatt project on the Chenab River. The development comes in the aftermath of India...

Glacial Outburst, Landslide And Flood Warning Issued For Gilgit-Baltistan
(MENAFN- Tribal News Network) Authorities in Gilgit-Baltistan have issued a fresh alert in response to the risk of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), landslides, and flash floods amid forecasts of heavy rainfall in the coming days. According to...

Narratives Under Fire: Information Warfare Lessons from India–Pakistan and Ukraine–Russia
Introduction How did a single drone video reshape global perceptions of a modern conflict? In 2025, Ukraine’s Operation Spiderweb showcased the power of transparency, releasing real-time footage of strikes on Russian bomber bases, captivating...

UAE Dirham to Pakistani rupee rate today – 31 July 2025
KARACHI – The UAE Dirham (AED) registered further decline in open market of Pakistan as the buying rate of 1 AED stood at 77.03 after losing three paisa on Thusday. The selling rate of the Dirham also decreased to Rs77.51, according to the Forex...

Pakistan set to launch remote sensing satellite today
🔊 Listen with AI Cancel Voice Updated On: Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:12:31 PKT ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - In a bold leap forward for its national space programme, the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) is set to launch a new...

China eyes energy, EV investment in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD – A high-level Chinese business delegation, led by Yi Jiang, Director of the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC), held a key meeting with Federal Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari to explore investment...

New satellite boosts Pakistan’s disaster response
In a major technological breakthrough, Pakistan launched its latest Remote Sensing Satellite from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Center on Thursday. The launch signals Pakistan’s growing capabilities in space technology and strengthens its Earth...

PDMA issues high alert: Punjab faces rising flood threat
The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issued a high alert on Wednesday as rising river levels and ongoing monsoon rains increase the risk of flooding across the province. Authorities cited continuous rainfall and rapid glacier melt as...

NDMA issues fresh alert on heavy rains, floods
ISLAMABAD - The National Emergencies Operation Centre of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) yesterday issued an alert regarding the prevailing weather conditions and potential hazards across the country. This is second alert in a...

Pakistan to launch remote sensing satellite today
KARACHI: Pakistan's latest remote sensing satellite is set to be launched into space early Thursday morning, marking a significant step forward in the country's space research and disaster management capabilities. The launch is scheduled to take...
Who is Rajab Butt, Pakistani TikTok star in trouble?
Rajab Butt’s personal life In December 2024, Rajab married Emaan in a lavish wedding in Lahore that included a traditional Dholki night, music, and vibrant cultural performances. Social media was flooded with pictures and videos of the...

Pakistan, China pledge sustainable maritime development
A high-level delegation of Chinese businessmen from the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC) has expressed strong interest in initiating the solarization of Fisheries and Aquaculture Parks in Pakistan. The initiative aims to...

Senate body voices concern over loss of life, property in flooding
ISLAMABAD: Expressing concern over the death of a man and his daughter in DHA-5 and sweeping away three cars and some bikes in Saidpur area due to flooding, a senate panel on Wednesday held authorities concerned responsible for the loss. Senate...

UNSC report flags BLA-TTP nexus as major threat to Pakistan's security
🔊 Listen with AI Cancel Voice Updated On: Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:00:20 PKT NEW YORK (APP) - Outlawed terrorist groups — Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), including its Majeed Brigade, and Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) — have “close coordination”,...

Pakistan’s Science Diplomacy: All Suits, No Substance
When science enters government halls, history shifts. In wartime, it built bombs. In pandemics, it saved lives. From Einstein’s letter warning Roosevelt of the Nazi nuclear threat to Sputnik’s beeps echoing across Cold War skies, science has...

Pakistan advances into the era of digital economy
- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Jul 30 (APP): Pakistan took a significant step forward in its digital transformation journey on Wednesday, as leaders from government, finance, and technology came together at the National Incubation Center (NIC)...

Regional Defence Conference in Islamabad and US participation: Are Pakistan and Central Asia Seeking Alternative Military Partners?
Executive Summary Pakistan’s hosting of a high-level regional defence chiefs conference brought together senior military officials from the United States, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. The meeting concentrated on...

Pakistan to launch remote sensing satellite from China today
Listen to article KARACHI: Pakistan's latest remote sensing satellite is set to be launched into space early Thursday morning, marking a significant step forward in the country's space research and disaster management capabilities. The launch is...

Pakistan approves landmark AI Policy 2025 to drive digital transformation and empower youth
In a major step toward accelerating digital transformation, the federal cabinet on Wednesday approved Pakistan’s National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 2025, designed to build a robust AI ecosystem, foster inclusive technological access, and...

PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s strong partnership with World Economic Forum
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong and long-standing partnership with the World Economic Forum (WEF), commending its ongoing engagement through annual meetings in Davos, Switzerland. During a meeting...