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- 3 dead, several injured as passenger train hits freight car near Hyderabad The Lahore-bound Jinnah Express, which had departed from Karachi, collided with a freight car loaded with coal.
- PPP accuses Imran of violating ECP rules “The visit of the prime minister to National Assembly’s constituency 205 is rigging,” says Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar.
- ‘We reject the budget’: Shahbaz Sharif criticises govt over ‘taking dictation’ from IMF Opposition leader finally opens up discussion on budget in assembly after govt, opposition call ‘truce’ over ruckus.
- Banks burden senior citizens over biometric verification System not working for those whose fingerprints have faded with age.
- ECC takes no decision on wheat export, power rates for industry Sources say ministers were divided when Ministry of National Food Security & Research proposed a ban on wheat export.
- Export of services up 8pc Between July-April, the export proceeds posted a paltry growth of 1.70pc to $4.453bn year-on-year.
- BALOCHISTAN BUDGET 2019-20: Rs126bn allocated for development projects The province is also undertaking multiple institutional initiatives to improve allocation and spending efficiency.
- Morsi was murdered, says Turkish president Erdogan urges OIC to take notice of the issue.
- China’s Xi holds talks with Kim Jong Un in North Korea President Xi is the first Chinese leader to visit North Korea in 14 years.
- Maryam Nawaz may start mass contact drive from Sindh “I have seen imprisonment, exile and political victimisation…what else is there in waiting.”
- MNAs from PTI’s four allied parties to ‘share grievances’ with PM Decision taken at meeting at Shujaat’s Islamabad residence.
- Lahore High Court issues notice to NAB on bail plea of Mushtaq Cheeni Defence lawyer argues that Cheeni does not need to be kept behind bars.
- Karachi receives less than half of its water demand, says minister Hopes the new pumping station installed at the Dhabeji would start operation within the next few days.
- IHC rejects Nawaz’s bail plea on medical grounds in Al Azizia case Judgement means the former premier will remain at Lahore’s Kot Lakhpat jail.
- Egypt says Erdogan claims over Morsi death ‘irresponsible’ Erdogan accused Egyptian authorities of failing to take action to save Morsi’s life after his collapse in a courtroom.
- ECP issues PM Imran show-cause notice for visiting Ghotki ahead of July 18 by-poll Says visit violates by-election code of conduct; prime minister given one week to submit reply in the matter.
- Asad Umar asks government to reconsider tax on sugar, cooking oil Zardari says government, opposition should discuss economic policy ‘to move forward’.
- Chinese worker killed in clash near Dhaka Regional administrator Ram Chandra Das says that authorities have ordered a probe into the incident.
- Belt and Road Initiative can lift 32m out of poverty: World Bank “Achieving the ambitions of the initiative will require equally ambitious reforms from participating countries.”
- Current account deficit shrinks 29pc in 11 months Primary contributor to the massive yet declining CAD is balance of trade in goods, services which amounts to $30.056bn.
- Govt expenses cut by Rs95 billion in budget, says KP minister Taimur Jhagra says revenue estimates for next fiscal year 39 per cent higher than that of current one.
- Sindh still awaits Rs126bn from Centre, Murad tells PA PPP lawmaker urges govt to address child mortality in Thar.
- Police told to solve Liaquatabad’s traffic problems in one week Officers asked to play role in curbing crimes in their respective areas.
- Four Dolphin personnel suspended for injuring youngster The motorcyclist suffered bullet injury in the leg and was said to be stable in hospital.
- Army chief offers security cooperation to Iraq The army chief was speaking to Iraq’s acting defence secretary, who called on him at the General Headquarters.
- PPP won’t be allowed to rig Ghotki by-poll, PM tells Mahars Prime Minister Imran Khan directs Ali Gohar Mahar to remain in contact with the governor of Sindh.
- CJP promises zero pendency of criminal cases Chief Justice Asif Saeed Khosa says task of overhauling the system has drifted over the years.
- Najam Sethi criticises PCB for not supporting cricket team, management Former PCB chairman says PM Imran Khan should not have tweeted advice publicly to Sarfaraz before India match.
- Bangladesh three men down while chasing 382-run target in World Cup match against Australia Australia becomes the first team to achieve two century partnerships for the first two wickets in a World Cup.
- PCB accepts Mohsin Khan’s request to be relieved as cricket committee head PCB’s Managing Director Wasim Khan will replace Mohsin Khan, says a statement.
- South Africa lick wounds after more World Cup agony Proteas’ hopes of reaching the semi-finals in England and Wales are all but over.
- Bangladesh face daunting Australia challenge Chances were missed against New Zealand and England, the only two losses in five group games for Bangladesh so far.
- Sarfaraz bearing brunt of criticism for Pakistan’s miserable run Pakistan captain is being described as ‘brainless’ with his team pushed to the brink of elimination from the World Cup.
- Rain-ravaged World Cup may cost insurers millions Due to the hectic nature of the tournament there is no opportunity to reschedule, except for semi-finals and final.
- Mother’s pride sees Hashmatullah bat on after bouncer blow The fact that he was allowed to ignore medical advice is raising questions about how ICC is dealing with head injuries.
- Gulbadin defends Rashid after Morgan mauling The spin-heavy Asians pinned their hopes on Rashid.
- India must stick with Yadav-Chahal combination: Harbhajan Wrist spinners generally get more turn than finger spinners.
- Classy Williamson guides New Zealand to win against South Africa The win put New Zealand top of the 10-team table while South Africa are third from bottom after one win in six matches.
- Bangladesh need rare win over Australia to help semi hopes To break up the leading four of England, Australia, New Zealand and India, Bangladesh ought to beat one of them.
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