UK Budget 2025 – Big Picture So Far

The Rachel Reeves-led Government has revealed the first significant policy changes in its Autumn Budget, as it grapples with what officials describe as a roughly Β£20 billion to Β£30 billion fiscal gap.  Key Announcements Reeves and her team are under pressure. Their fiscal rules commit them to ensuring debt falls as a share of GDP…

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ISPR Refutes Reports of COAS Seeking Apology Over May 9 Riots

ISLAMABAD – August 21, 2025 The Pakistan Army on Thursday dismissed reports suggesting that Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir had sought an apology in connection with the May 9, 2023 riots, reiterating instead that those responsible must face accountability. Speaking to reporters after an event in Islamabad, Director General Inter-Services Public…

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Pakistan Cricket Board Offers to Host Bangladesh’s Matches in T20 World Cup 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has formally expressed interest in hosting Bangladesh’s fixtures in the upcoming ICC Men’s Twenty20 World Cup 2026, amid ongoing uncertainty over the Bangladesh team’s participation in matches scheduled in India.  Bangladesh have raised security concerns and communicated to the International Cricket Council (ICC) that they are unwilling to travel to…

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Grand Milad-un-Nabi Celebration Organised by Central Seerat-o-Milad Committee in Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi (Special Correspondent) In continuation of its long-standing tradition, the Central Seerat-o-Milad Committee organised a grand Milad-un-Nabi celebration in front of Markazi Jamia Masjid Hanfia, Rawalpindi. A beautifully decorated stage was set up for the central procession, where Milad parties were warmly welcomed and encouraged. Throughout the day, Naat reciters presented heartfelt tributes, reciting Durood…

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Pakistan Army and PLA Commence Joint Counterterrorism Exercise Warrior-IX

The Pakistan Army and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China have commenced Exercise Warrior-IX, the ninth edition of the annual bilateral counterterrorism exercise conducted between the two Iron Clad Brothers. The exercise began on 1 December 2025 and is focused on modern Counter Terrorism operations with an emphasis on enhancing interoperability, refining professional skills,…

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