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  The massive quake shook eastern Russia and far western Alaska. Here's the latest. Hours after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near the Russian coast, becoming one of the strongest tremors ever recorded, tsunami waves arrived in Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast following efforts to get hundreds of thousands away from coastlines and to higher ground. As the tsunami waves arrived in Hawaii, the water receded 20 to 30 feet on Oahu, according to the Associated Press. Boats were left behind on dry sand as the water pulled out, and although officials said they were still surveying the coastlines, no damage has been reported in Hawaii so far. In California, tsunami waves as big as 4 feet have been recorded (that one was in Crescent City), and residents were urged to remain off the beaches until further notice. "We are now seeing tidal swings of 2 to 2.5 feet  in as little as 15 minutes ," in San Francisco, the National Weather Service's Bay Area office posted on X W...

Pakistan’s automotive sector is witnessing a transformative shift toward electrified mobility, and Sazgar Engineering Works Limited (SAZEW) is leading this charge with the upcoming launch of the Haval H6 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV). Set to debut on August 12, 2025, this marks a significant milestone as Pakistan’s first locally assembled plug-in hybrid SUV. Market Positioning and Strategy The Haval H6 PHEV represents SAZEW’s strategic evolution in the Pakistani market. Having successfully introduced the petrol variant followed by the hybrid version, the company is now venturing into the plug-in hybrid territory. This progression demonstrates a calculated approach to introducing Pakistani consumers to increasingly advanced electrified powertrains. The vehicle targets the premium SUV segment, positioned for consumers seeking the perfect blend of performance, environmental consciousness, and cutting-edge technology. With an ex-factory price of PKR 12,895,000, it directly compete...

  Meteorological Department on Sunday predicted hot or humid and partly cloudy weather in most parts of the Sindh province during the next 24 hours However, rain wind or thunderstorm is forecast in Umerkot , Tharparkar , Thatta , Badin , Karachi , Khairpur , Sanghar , Mithi and Mirpurkhas . Mainly, hot or humid and cloudy weather is likely to prevail in the province.

Mohammad Rizwan will lead Pakistan in the three-match ODI series against West Indies as the Men’s National Selection Committee named a 16-member ODI squad on Friday. The series will be played at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad & Tobago on 8, 10 and 12 August. Right-handed batter Hasan Nawaz is the only uncapped player in the ODI squad, while Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi are part of the ODI squad. Pakistan will also play three T20Is against the West Indies, scheduled on 31 July, 2 and 3 August, at the Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill, USA. Salman Ali Agha will captain the T20I side, while fast bowlers Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali and Shaheen Shah Afridi return to the squad in this format. Following the conclusion of the three-match T20I series in Bangladesh, Pakistan will arrive in the USA on Sunday, 27 July. 15-member squad for T20Is: Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz,...

Director Mohit Suri’s latest musical romance “Saiyaara” has emerged as a phenomenal box office success, positioning itself to become the filmmaker’s career-best performance and surpass his previous highest-grossing film “Ek Villain” (2014) starring Sidharth Malhotra and Shraddha Kapoor. Record-Breaking Opening Performance Saiyaara collected Rs. 21.25 cr on its opening day, emerging as the 4th highest opening day grosser of 2025. The film, marking the debut of Ahaan Panday (Chunky Panday’s son) and featuring Aneet Padda, has defied all expectations with its extraordinary box office performance. Within just five days of release, Saiyaara has collected a remarkable Rs 153.25 crore, showcasing unprecedented momentum for a romantic drama featuring newcomers. The film’s consistent performance has been equally impressive, with Saiyaara becoming the second highest first Tuesday grosser of 2025, outpacing star-driven hits. Surpassing Mohit Suri’s Previous Best The film is now poised to surpass ...

    halls of  Hyosan High  may be quiet, but the terror is far from over — All of Us Are Dead is officially back in production for a high-stakes second season, and  Netflix  has just revealed who's returning to the fray. The survival horror series, which exploded into global popularity after its 2022 debut, is ready to unleash a new chapter of blood-pumping chaos, this time far beyond the confines of a high school. Season 2 promises to pick up the pieces in the aftermath of the original outbreak, with  Park Ji-hu  (Nam On-jo), Yoon Chan-young (Lee Cheong-san), Cho Yi-hyun (Choi Nam-ra), and Lomon (Lee Su-hyeok) reprising their roles as the few who made it out alive. But survival came at a price, and the scars of what happened in Hyosan still linger. Now, as the story shifts to Seoul, On-jo is trying to settle into university life — only to find herself facing the unimaginable once again when a fresh wave of infection breaks out. This time, new fac...

  Introduction Gold has long held a special place in Pakistani culture and economy, serving as both a store of value and a symbol of prosperity. The precious metal’s prices in Pakistan are subject to constant fluctuations, creating a dynamic market environment that affects millions of consumers, investors, and traders across the country. Current Market Overview Gold prices in Pakistan experience frequent fluctuations, primarily influenced by trends in the international market. These variations are reflected in the rates provided by local gold markets and Sarafa markets in different cities across the country. The Pakistani gold market operates as part of the global precious metals ecosystem, where local prices are intrinsically linked to international gold rates, currency exchange fluctuations, and regional economic conditions. Factors Influencing Gold Rates in Pakistan International Market Trends The global gold market serves as the primary driver of local prices. International fac...

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Celestial Spectacle Awaits Mark your calendars and start planning your travel itinerary: August 2, 2027, will deliver one of the most extraordinary astronomical events of our lifetime. A total solar eclipse will sweep across three continents, offering viewers up to six minutes and 23 seconds of complete darkness—making it the longest eclipse visible from land between 1991 and 2114. An Eclipse of Historic Proportions While most total solar eclipses last fewer than three minutes, this remarkable event will provide an extended window for observing the Sun’s corona and experiencing the profound silence that accompanies totality. The duration alone places this eclipse in a league of its own, representing a truly generational opportunity for both professional astronomers and curious skywatchers. The eclipse’s exceptional length stems from a rare convergence of astronomical circumstances. Earth will be near aphelion—its farthest point from the Sun—causing our star to appe...

TEHRAN: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during his official visit to Tehran, Iranian media reported. During the meeting, Naqvi conveyed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s message of goodwill and best wishes to the Iranian leadership. He also congratulated the Iranian nation on what he described as a “historic victory against Zionist aggression.” He also recalled Islamabad’s swift and unequivocal condemnation of Israel’s aggression, stating that Pakistan was among the first countries to denounce the regime’s aggression and affirm Iran’s legitimate right to self-defense. During a meeting with Mohsin Naqvi, President Pezeshkian said that politicians and decision-makers across the Islamic world must recognize this sinister strategy of the Zionist regime and counter it by strengthening unity and solidarity among Muslim nations. Reiterating that the Zionist regime aims to undermine and fragment the Muslim community, the Iranian president stressed that lead...

Pakistani consumers are facing the prospect of another significant increase in fuel prices, with industry sources indicating that petrol and diesel costs could rise by up to Rs6.60 per litre over the next two weeks. This latest potential hike comes as global crude oil prices continue their upward trajectory, placing additional strain on an economy already grappling with inflationary pressures . Proposed Price Adjustments According to industry insiders, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has prepared recommendations for substantial price increases across key petroleum products. The proposed adjustments include: • Petrol: Increase of Rs6.60 per litre • High-Speed Diesel (HSD): Rise of Rs5.27 per litre • Kerosene : Reduction of Rs3.74 per litre • Light Diesel : Decrease of Rs2.23 per litre While kerosene and light diesel may offer some relief to consumers, the increases in petrol and diesel—the most widely consumed fuel types—are expected to have a more signific...

Devastating Aviation Disaster Claims 241 Lives in Ahmedabad In one of the most tragic aviation disasters in recent history, Air India Flight 171 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on June 12, 2025. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers and crew members bound for London Gatwick, went down in a residential area near the airport, resulting in devastating loss of life. The Crash The aircraft, registration VT-ANB, encountered difficulties during takeoff and crashed into a residential neighborhood minutes after departure. Video footage from the scene showed the plane struggling to gain altitude before impact. The crash not only claimed the lives of nearly everyone aboard but also resulted in casualties on the ground, with 19 people killed and at least 60 injured in the affected residential area. Sole Survivor’s Remarkable Escape Against all odds, one passenger survived the catastrophic crash. Viswashkumar Ramesh, a Bri...

  A cut in the fuel supply to the engines caused last month’s  Air India crash  that killed 260 people, a preliminary report has found. The London-bound plane had barely left the runway at Ahmedabad airport when it hurtled back to earth. Everyone on board was killed,  except for one passenger . According to the report by India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, obtained by CNN, the fuel control switches in the cockpit of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner had been flipped, starving the engines of fuel. The report does not say whether the control switches were flipped by a person or in another way. Investigators were able to get data out of the plane’s “black box” recorders, including 49 hours of flight data and two hours of cockpit audio, including from the crash. The aircraft had reached an airspeed of 180 knots when both engines’ fuel cutoff switches were “transitioned from RUN to CUTOFF position one after another with a time gap of 01 sec,” according to the report. ...

  Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with his Bahraini counterpart General Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa in Manama to discuss matters of mutual interest, with a strong focus on enhancing security cooperation. According to a statement released by state-run news agency  Radio Pakistan , both sides reviewed bilateral efforts in counter-terrorism, anti-human trafficking, and narcotics control, and agreed to strengthen cooperation in these areas. Naqvi emphasised the urgent need to boost cooperation between the interior ministries of both nations, particularly in the fight against drugs and human trafficking. He also extended an invitation to his Bahraini counterpart to visit Pakistan. The meeting was attended by senior Bahraini officials, including the Deputy Interior Minister and Chief of Public Security, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Bahrain Saqib Rauf and other diplomatic staff. Earlier, Naqvi was given a warm welcome on his arrival at Bahrain International Airpor...

  Pakistan and Russia signed an agreement on Friday to revive and expand the Pakistan Steel Mills project in Karachi — originally built in 1973 with soviet assistance — signalling both countries’ commitment to their “long-standing” industrial partnership. In May, Pakistan and Russia had agreed to revive PSM, which ceased its operations in 2015, according to a  press release  by the Press Information Department (PID). In 2024, following the official closure of the mill, Sindh  sought  Russia’s assistance in restoring the ageing infrastructure, which had been incurring losses for decades. The agreement to revive the defunct entity was signed at the Pakistan Embassy in Moscow by Secretary Industries and Production, Saif Anjum and General Director of Industries Engineering LLC of Russia, Vadim Velichko, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Industries and Production. “Reviving PSM with Russia’s support reflects our shared history and commitment to a...

  Court blocks PTI-affiliated channels and those run by journalists, including Moeed Pirzada, Imran Riaz, Matiullah Jan A local court in Islamabad has ordered to block 27 channels accused of “disseminating fake and misleading information against state institutions”, it stated in an order on Tuesday. Judicial Magistrate Abbas Shah issued a two-page written order on a petition filed by the the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). The court found the agency's evidence to be satisfactory and ruled that the matter merited legal action under existing laws. The NCCIA launched an inquiry into the matter on June 2 with the approval of the competent authority. Sub-Inspector Waseem Khan of the Cyber Crime Reporting Centre of NCCIA’s informed the court on June 24 that the agency was investigating several YouTube channels involved in spreading "false, defamatory, and fake" content against state institutions and their officials. He told the court that the content being ci...

  The Men’s National Selection Committee has announced the 15-member squad for the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. Salman Ali Agha will continue to lead the side in the T20Is. The three-match T20Is series between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be played from 20 to 24 July at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. The squad for the white-ball series against West Indies will be announced in due course. 15-member squad for Bangladesh series: Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza and Sufyan Moqim Team management: Naveed Akram Cheema (manager), Mike Hesson (head coach), Ashley Noffke (bowling coach), Muhammad Hanif Malik (batting Coach), Shane McDermott (fielding Coach), Cliffe Deacon (physiotherapist), Grant Luden (strength and conditioning coach), Talha Ejaz (analyst)...

Gold prices in Pakistan fluctuate frequently based on international market trends. The rates listed are provided by local gold markets and Sarafa Markets in various cities.

  While leading automakers such as Pak Suzuki and Kia have raised vehicle prices following the implementation of new taxes under the Federal Budget 2025–26, Sazgar Engineering has taken a different approach. In an official announcement, the company stated that it will absorb the cost of the newly introduced New Energy Vehicles (NEV) Adoption Levy. As a result, Haval vehicle prices will remain unchanged. This decision comes at a time when Pak Suzuki Motor Company and Kia Lucky Motors increased their prices, citing the increased sales tax rate and additional levies introduced in the new fiscal policy. Suzuki models like the Alto, Cultus, and Swift saw noticeable price hikes, while Kia increased rates across most of its popular vehicles, including Sportage and Picanto. Sazgar, on the other hand, emphasized its commitment to customer welfare by maintaining price stability. “As a responsible and customer-focused organization, Sazgar has consistently taken proactive measures to protect t...