Web archive - May 15, 2025

Pakistan

PM confirms downing of sixth Indian jet, hails PAF’s combat excellence

Premier Sharif visits PAF's operational base in Kamra, reaffirms resolve to defend Pakistan’s sovereignty.

World

Malaysian PM raises MH17 crash with Putin

Putin offered condolences and called for a neutral investigation into the crash.

Life & Style, Spotlight, Film

Paap Culture: India Launches Operation Only-Kapoor

Bollywood removes Pakistani stars in homage to vanished Rafales of 'Operation Sindoor'.

Pakistan

Heat spell to continue in Pakistan through May 20

Officials advise caution as prolonged hot weather raises public health concerns.

Entertainment

Aimee Lou Wood joins Angelina Jolie in film adaptation of Fredrik Backman's novel 'Anxious People'

Aimee Lou Wood stars with Angelina Jolie in a Cannes Market title directed by Marc Forster and backed by Black Bear.

Sports, Football

Real Madrid snatch late win against Mallorca, but Barça still boss title race

Jacobo Ramón’s last-minute winner rescues Madrid, but Barcelona need just one win to seal the La Liga title.

Sports, Cricket

ICC reveals record prize pool for 2025 World Test Championship final

Australia and South Africa to clash at Lord’s in June as ICC sets record WTC prize pool, announced by Jay Shah.

World

Rachel Reeves hails UK's faster growth than major global economies

Robust consumer spending added further lift to overall performance

Business

No ban on marked currency notes from July 1, SBP clarifies

Fake notification claimed that currency notes with pen marks would no longer be considered legal tender after July 1

World

'Unscientific' Japan megaquake alerts cause drop in Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong residents made nearly 2.7 million trips to Japan in 2024