Author: News Roundup
Twin-City: Patriotic Spirit – 79th “Independence Day” on August 14 a quiet wave of patriotic spirit is beginning to spread across the country. Markets are gradually filling with national flags, banners, badges, and green-and-white decorations as families, students, and shopkeepers prepare to celebrate the occasion. With each passing day, interest in patriotic merchandise is expected to grow, reflecting the nation’s pride and anticipation. For many vendors, the Independence Day also brings while adding festive colors to streets and neighborhoods across Pakistan.
LAHORE: Lahore Weather: According to the Meteorological Department, the weather in the city will remain partly cloudy and intermittent rain is expected throughout the day. The current temperature was recorded at 31 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature is expected to be 35 degrees and the minimum is expected to be 27 degrees Celsius. According to the report, winds are blowing at a speed of 8 kilometers per hour, while the humidity in the air is recorded at 77 percent. The Meteorological Department has directed citizens to stay informed about the latest weather conditions and take precautionary measures during rain.…
Karachi: On the instructions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has changed the date of the Medical and Dental College Admission Test 2026 and announced that the exam will now be held on September 20, 2026. According to a statement issued by the PMDC, the decision to change the date of MDCAT has been taken with the aim of making the conduct of the exam more organized, secure, transparent and convenient for the candidates. The exam will now be held on September 20, 2026 instead of August 16. The statement said that apart from…
LAHORE: Lahore Board has announced the results of the Matriculation Annual Examination. This year, 282,308 candidates appeared in the examination, out of which 182,186 candidates passed. The success rate in the examination was 64.53 percent, while 100,000 candidates failed the examination.
Port of Spain: Pakistan beat West Indies by 8 wickets in the second Test. Pakistan bowled out West Indies for 117 in the second innings on the fourth day of the second Test, with spinners Sajid Khan and Ali Usman taking 4 wickets each. West Indies resumed their second innings on the fourth day at 103 for 6, but the remaining three wickets fell for just 14 runs, while injured opener Brandon King could not come out to bat due to a back injury. West Indies have given Pakistan a target of 75 runs and Pakistan have easily achieved the…
EUROPE: The euro has long been a symbol of shared prosperity, but soon it may become something even more meaningful—a canvas of Europe’s cultural soul and natural heritage. For the first time since the euro entered circulation in 2002, the European Central Bank has unveiled shortlisted designs for a new generation of banknotes, inviting citizens to help decide what will define Europe’s identity for decades to come. The competition presents two compelling visions. One celebrates European Culture, where legendary figures such as opera icon Maria Callas, musical genius Ludwig van Beethoven, Nobel laureate Marie Curie, inventor Miguel de Cervantes, and…
Washington: About 80 percent of the interceptors (missiles) used in America’s most important missile defense system ‘THAAD’ have been depleted. The American broadcaster CNN has reported, citing two sources familiar with the matter, that since the start of the war against Iran, the US military has used up about 80 percent of its THAAD missile stockpile, while the stockpile of ‘Patriot’ interceptors has also been depleted by about half compared to the number before the war. According to CNN, dwindling ammunition stocks and concerns about possible Iranian retaliation against American allies in the Middle East prompted President Donald Trump to…
KARACHI: Rain has started in different areas of Karachi, due to which the weather has become pleasant. Light and heavy rain was recorded in many places including the northern and suburban areas of the city. Rain continues in different areas of Karachi, which has reduced the intensity of heat and humidity. Rain fell in the city areas of New Karachi, Nagan Chowrangi and Nazimabad, while heavy rain was recorded in North Karachi and Surjani Town. In addition, it also rained in Gulshan-e-Maymar, Scheme 33, Gadap Town and other nearby areas. After the rain, the weather in the city became pleasant,…
Pakistan defeated Korea for the third consecutive match to take a decisive 3-0 lead in the hockey test series. In the third test match of the ongoing Pakistan-Korea test series at the Naseer Banda Hockey Stadium, Islamabad, organized by the Pakistan Hockey Federation, the Pakistan national hockey team defeated South Korea 3-4 by showing excellent and aggressive play. Pakistan achieved victory by making a brilliant comeback in the match. Korea showed an aggressive play at the beginning of the match and took a 0-1 lead at the end of the first half. However, in the second half of the game,…
KIEV: The Ukrainian capital Kiev was rocked by more than 30 explosions. According to Russian media, a large part of Kiev has been engulfed in flames after the explosions. Initially, one person was confirmed dead and five injured in the explosions. Media reports have said that air raid sirens echoed in the city and its suburbs after the explosions. According to Russian media, the Russian military uses highly advanced and precise missiles and drones for attacks, which Ukraine’s missile defense system fails to stop. It should be noted that during the nearly four and a half years of war, the…