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The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MD CAT) 2025 is being held across Pakistan today, with more than 140,000 students appearing at 35 centers nationwide and one international venue in Riyadh. The exam is being conducted by universities under PM&DC guidelines with strict security and transparency measures.

For the third consecutive day, Lahore has topped global pollution charts, with air quality plunging to hazardous levels. Authorities have launched strict anti-smog operations, while experts warn citizens to limit outdoor exposure as the crisis deepens.

Two Australian women cricketers faced harassment in Indore during the ICC Women’s World Cup. Police arrested the accused within hours, while BCCI and political leaders condemned the incident, calling it a blot on India’s image and hospitality.

Deputy Director Usman of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency has been missing for 10 days. The Islamabad High Court has pressed police for answers, while reports suggest he was handling sensitive cases allegedly linked to online platforms and public figures, including YouTuber Ducky Bhai.

Actress Hira Mani’s latest saree photoshoot has sparked debate online, with some praising her confidence while others criticizing her choice of attire.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has dismissed recent Indian media claims as baseless, accusing them of spreading propaganda to destabilize the region and promote extremist narratives.

Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban are holding a second round of talks in Istanbul today, with Islamabad stressing that Afghan soil must not be used for cross-border terrorism. The Foreign Office confirmed that border trade remains suspended until security concerns are addressed.

In its latest report, the U.S. magazine Foreign Policy has highlighted Pakistan’s growing influence on the global stage, crediting Islamabad’s balanced diplomacy and strategic partnerships for reshaping regional dynamics.

President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening ties with Poland, highlighting opportunities for cooperation in trade, investment, and cultural exchange during a meeting with Polish Deputy Prime Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in Islamabad.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have conveyed heartfelt condolences to Thailand following the demise of Queen Mother Sirikit, paying tribute to her lifelong service and expressing solidarity with the Thai nation in its time of mourning.