Web archive - August 21, 2025

Blogs

Indus Waters Treaty: A global model for peaceful coexistence in a warming world

IWR shows how nations can share rivers peacefully—even amid conflict and climate change

World

US sanctions four ICC judges, prosecutors over war crimes investigations

Move drew ire from France, UN; ICC called it “a flagrant attack” on the independence of impartial justice

Entertainment

Morgan Wallen confirms he will not submit ‘I’m the Problem’ for Grammy consideration

Morgan Wallen’s team confirms no Grammy submissions for award consideration despite chart-topping success.

World

India test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-5 missile amid US tariff tensions

Test-fire came a week before US tariffs are set to double from 25 per cent to 50 per cent

Pakistan

Punjab Wildlife Dept denies rumours of lion escape from Lohi Bher Park

Department warns action under PECA against those spreading false, misleading information

Pakistan

Warehouse explosion near Karachi’s Saddar kills 3, injures over 30

CM Sindh Murad Ali Shah takes notice, directs authorities to provide victims full medical care until recovery

Pakistan

PMD forecasts heavy rains in Sindh, Balochistan

Light to moderate rain also predicted in Islamabad, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, upper Punjab, several districts of K-P

Entertainment

Brandy and Monica launch Dunkin’ Cereal ‘N Milk Latte ahead of reunion tour

Brandy and Monica team with Dunkin to debut Cereal N Milk Latte ahead of long-awaited reunion tour kickoff.

Pakistan

MQM-P demands disaster-hit status for Karachi, exemption from taxes

Dr Farooq Sattar says PPP must admit failure, asks how long Karachi will be misled with lame excuses

Pakistan

PM reaffirms commitment to deepen cooperation with China in minerals, key sectors

Both countries reiterate commitment to high-quality development of upgraded CPEC during Sixth Strategic Dialogue