Web archive - August 5, 2025

Pakistan

Direct flights from Quetta approved to facilitate Arbaeen pilgrims: Asif

Opposition denounces PTI protest on Youm-e-Istehsal in National Assembly

Pakistan

PTI vows to continue protests until Imran Khan's release

Dozens of PTI workers arrested, including six MPAs from Punjab, while party leadership barred from meeting founder

Entertainment

Peak studio tells fans to pirate game instead of playing “Roblox ripoff” copy called Cliff

Peak developers criticise Roblox copy of their game and encourage piracy over playing the microtransaction version.

Pakistan

Afghan card holders to be deported from Sept 1

Ministry has initiated voluntary repatriation of Afghan PoR card holders, with deportations starting next month

Pakistan

ECP disqualifies Shibli Faraz, Omar Ayub, seven other PTI lawmakers

Disqualification based on Faisalabad ATC's ruling convicting NA, Senate opposition leaders in May 9 cases

Entertainment

Epic Games CEO criticises report on Disney mode delays in Fortnite as “BS”

Tim Sweeney rejects WSJ report claiming Disney collab delayed by decision delays, calling the anonymous quote "BS."

World

Indian Supreme Court to hear plea on restoration of IIOJK's special status

Hearing to be held on August 8, filed by residents of the conflict-hit Muslim-majority region

Pakistan

NADRA simplifies succession certificate process

Previously, applicants were required to file for certificate in the province where the inherited property was situated

World

Israeli strikes kill 26 in Gaza, including 14 near aid distribution site

Israeli restrictions have caused shortages of food, medicine, and fuel in Gaza, crippling hospitals and aid efforts

Pakistan

Punjab govt grants lifetime pensions to widows

Provincial cabinet also raises minimum wage to Rs40,000, approves allocation of 1,220 flats for industrial workers