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Systems Limited is accelerating its global expansion while making artificial intelligence a central driver of future growth, supported by acquisitions, new delivery centres and rising enterprise demand. The Pakistan-listed technology company reported 35.3% year-on-year growth in six-month consolidated revenue to Rs49.72 billion and a 17.4% rise in profit after tax to Rs6.05 billion.
Security forces killed 11 militants in separate intelligence-based operations in Bannu, South Waziristan and Khuzdar, according to security sources. Weapons and ammunition were recovered, while authorities said the counterterrorism campaign under the Azm-e-Istehkam framework would continue.
Karachi police arrested a 35-year-old wounded suspect identified as Ahsan after an alleged encounter near Hafiz Ji Mazar in New Karachi’s Sector 11-I. Police said a weapon was recovered and the suspect was taken to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, while further investigation is underway.
Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha are likely to retain their places in Pakistan's playing XI for the second Test against England at Lord's, despite criticism following the heavy Headingley defeat. Babar Azam's expected return could force changes elsewhere in the batting order, while fast bowler Ubaid Shah is also being considered.
At least 95 people have been killed and hundreds remain missing after a devastating flood and landslide struck the Nepal-Tibet border region, leaving rescue teams struggling with damaged roads and difficult mountain terrain. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed Pakistan's solidarity with Nepal as authorities continue searching for missing residents and tourists.
Jamaat-e-Islami chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has vowed to expand nationwide sit-ins to pressure the government over inflation, the petroleum levy and power-sector issues. Speaking in Lahore, he said the protests were spreading across the country and would continue as JI seeks relief for the public and accountability over governance failures.
The FIA's Anti-Human Trafficking Circle in Rawalpindi has arrested a suspect accused of collecting Rs3.2 million by promising work visas for seven people. Investigators say the visas were not provided and the money was not returned, while the inquiry into the alleged fraud continues.
A Rawalpindi court has extended the physical remand of Hina Javed's husband and a domestic worker for another three days as police continue investigating her killing. Investigators are awaiting forensic results while examining medical evidence, suspect statements and allegations that the crime scene was manipulated to resemble a suicide.
Gilgit-Baltistan will auction permits for three Astore markhors, 14 blue sheep and 100 Himalayan ibexes for its 2026-27 trophy hunting programme, with markhor permits carrying a $200,000 base price. The September 10 auction comes as local businesses question rising permit rates and officials seek to sustain conservation revenue for communities.
Pakistan captain Babar Azam says he is around 90 per cent fit and is set to return for the second Test against England at Lord's after missing the series opener with a finger injury. His comeback could trigger changes to Pakistan's batting order as the tourists seek to recover from their innings defeat at Headingley.
Actor Ramsha Khan has reportedly chosen to stay away from social media and does not currently want to appear on camera, according to journalist Hassan Choudary following a direct conversation with her. The development follows months of privacy concerns and online speculation after her marriage to actor Khushhal Khan.
A recovery team has reached the area on Spantik Peak where Pakistani climber Dr Asma Mushtaq's body is believed to be buried under snow, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar says. Mushtaq died while descending from the 7,027-metre mountain after a high-altitude medical emergency, and rescuers are continuing the operation despite fresh snowfall.
