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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Iran accuses Western powers of ‘blame game’ over 2015 deal

Iran accused Western parties to its 2015 nuclear deal on Tuesday of "persisting in their blame game", a day after European diplomats warned the pact would soon become defunct if efforts to revive it failed.

ADB lends Punjab $200m for modern irrigation system

The scheme will provide reliable irrigation water supply to 704,000 hectares of land in Bhakkar, Jhang, Khushab, Layyah, and Muzaffargarh districts, making them more agriculturally productive.

Time designates Elon Musk as person of the year

Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who has been named Time Magazine’s Person of the Year, says bitcoin is suitable as a store of value while the meme cryptocurrency dogecoin is more suitable for transactions.

Saudi Arabia launches Virtual Black Stone initiative for Holy Mosques

Sheikh Al-Sudais said that the Two Holy Mosques possess great religious and historical relics which must be digitized and communicated to all with the help provided by the Saudi leadership. This initiative has nothing to with 'replacement' with the actual thing.

US refuses to punish troops for killing Afghan family in drone strike

The Kabul drone strike killed Zemari Ahmadi, an employee of US-based Nutrition and Education International, and nine members of his family. However, the Pentagon has announced that no US troops or officials responsible will face disciplinary action for the strike.

How Rizwan, Haider helped Pakistan beat West Indies in T20I

Rizwan smashed a 52-ball 78 with 10 boundaries -- his 12th half-century and 11th this year -- while Haider scored a career-best 68 to guide the hosts to 200-6 in their 20 overs. This enabled Pakistan's 13th win in 19 Twenty20 internationals against West Indies.

North & South Korea agree “in principle” to end war

The Korean War was fought from 1950-1953 between North Korea and South Korea. It ended on July 27, 1953. However, no peace accord has been signed between the two sides despite numerous attempts, and hence technically, the conflict continues.

Trump slams Netanyahu for not wanting peace with Palestine

Trump's criticism comes on the heels of a kick at the former Israeli prime minister last week, when he said Netanyahu was disloyal because he dared to congratulate US President Joe Biden on his election win in November of last year.

Saudi, Iranian experts meet in Jordan for security dialogue

The talks took place at the Arab Institute for Security Studies, where a number of security and technical issues, as well as means of boosting regional stability, were discussed. The discussions also focused on reducing the threat of missiles.

India’s new cinematic sensation makes it to next year’s Oscars

P.S. Vinothraj's low-budget debut movie "Koozhangal" -- internationally known by its translated title "Pebbles" -- has been selected as India's entry to the international feature film category at next year's Oscars. Indian critics have described the movie as a "masterpiece."

Russian President Putin became driver of cab after Soviet fall

RIA-Novosti, reporting from excerpts of the documentary, said Putin had revealed that he worked occasionally as a taxi driver to boost his income.

Gunmen kill second policeman guarding polio vaccinators

Two gunmen riding a motorbike opened fire on a policeman who was guarding a two-member female polio vaccination team in the Sheikh Uttar area, killing him on the spot. Earlier, two men gunned down a policeman who was also guarding a vaccination team in the same area.