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6.1K‘Fake News’: Information Ministry Says No Ban On Rs5000 Note
After a fake circular bearing the letterhead of the Finance Division went viral on social media, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting...
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PIA Restructuring: PM Directs To Submit Plan At Earliest
Anwaarul-Haq Kakar, the caretaker prime minister, instructed the relevant authorities to present a comprehensive plan for the restructuring of PIA to the Economic...
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Caretakers Jack Up Petrol Price By Rs14.91, Shoots Past Rs300
The caretaker government raised the petrol price by more than Rs14 late Thursday, during that time in which country struggles with rising electricity costs.The...
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Caretakers Rule Out Relief In Electricity Bills
After nearly a week of meetings, caretaker Finance Minister Dr. Shamshad Akhtar on Wednesday gave senators and electricity users a reality check,...
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COAS Munir Witnesses Field Fire, Battle Drills Near Jhelum
General Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), visited the Tilla Field Firing Ranges near Jhelum and saw field fire and...
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Imran’s Toshakhana sentence suspended but detention at Attock Jail to continue in cipher case
The three-year period imposed on PTI Chairman Imran Khan in the Toshakhana case was suspended by the Islamabad High Court (IHC). However,...
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IMF deposits $1.2 billion into SBP’s Account, Bolstering Pakistan’s hope for Economic Stability
In a much-needed boost to Pakistan’s economy, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has injected a substantial sum of $1.2 billion into the...
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UAE Deposits $1 Billion’ Into State Bank of Pakistan’s Account: Dar
Finance Minister Ishaq Dar said in a statement that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have stepped forward with an incredibly generous gesture,...
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Rawalpindi Sees Dramatic Rise in Divorce Cases
In recent times, a concerning trend has emerged within the Rawalpindi division, leaving families shattered and lives in turmoil. The data recorded...
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India Releases Water In Chenab River, Says PDMA Punjab
India has released a significant amount of water, approximately 2,50,000 cusecs, into the Chenab River, according to the Punjab Disaster Management Authority...
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Army Assures Government of all-out Support for Economic Stability
The National Seminar on Agriculture and Food Security commenced in Islamabad. Attendees eagerly awaited the words of Chief of Army Staff (COAS)...
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Pakistan and Switzerland Join Hands to Tackle Disasters: A Step Towards Global Cooperation
In a significant display of solidarity and shared responsibility, Pakistan and Switzerland have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing...
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Pakistan Observes Sanctity Of Quran Day
In a remarkable display of unwavering devotion and heartfelt solidarity, the citizen’s of Pakistan came together on a momentous day, ‘Yaum-e-Taqaddus-e-Quran,’ to...
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Why Liberalism and Extremism Both Increasing in Pakistan
In the intricate tapestry of Pakistani society, a fascinating juxtaposition has emerged: both liberalism and extremism are on the rise. At first...
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NEPRA Increase the Electricity Prices by Rs. 1.25 Per Unit
In a recent development, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has granted approval for an increase in electricity prices by Rs....
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Unprecedented Disciplinary Action Within Pakistan Army Sees High Ranking Officers Dismissed
In a groundbreaking development, the Pakistan Army has announced the dismissal of three high-ranking officials, including a lieutenant general, following their inability...
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Intense Rainstorms Expected Across Regions of Pakistan in Next 24 hours
Meteorological forecasts anticipate a potent mix of rainfall and thundershowers to hit areas including Punjab, Islamabad, the Potohar regions, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, northeast and...
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Pakistan’s National Assembly Passes Crucial Elections Act Amendment Bill, 2023
Pakistan’s National Assembly approved the Elections Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023, a significant piece of legislation intended to restrict the disqualification term of...
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LPG Tanker Overturns on M2 Motorway’s Kallar Kahar Section, Prompting Safety Concerns
In the latest of a string of vehicle accidents on the M2 motorway, a heavy-duty truck carrying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) tipped...
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Pakistan Struggles with Prolonged Power Outages Amid Soaring Heatwave and Power Generation Deficit
As Pakistan battles a severe heat wave, its citizens are forced to endure long hours of power outages, driven by a significant...
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Pakistan’s Fiscal Revisions: Government Unveils Austerity Measures to Secure Delayed IMF Aid
Finance Minister Ishaq Dar announced significant fiscal revisions, approximating Rs300 billion, for the upcoming fiscal year budget. These adjustments, which include a...
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Government Secures Special Flight for Parliamentarians’ Hajj Pilgrimage
In a proactive initiative designed to alleviate the logistical challenges of Hajj pilgrimage for its parliamentarians, the government announced the arrangement of...
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Surge in Violent Attacks on Sikh Community in Peshawar Raises Concern
Last Saturday, In a tragic turn of events, an unidentified duo on a motorcycle assassinated a Sikh community trader, named Manmohan Singh,...
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The US-Pakistan Green Alliance: A Framework for Solidifying Bilateral Relations
U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome has stressed the necessity of reinforcing the robust U.S.-Pakistan relationship under the umbrella of the “Green Alliance”, during...
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CDA Plans to Replenish Greenery Along Islamabad Expressway with 50,000 Trees
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has initiated a greening campaign aiming to plant 50,000 trees flanking the Islamabad Expressway once the current...
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Lal Masjid Cleric’s Wife Faces Terrorism Charges Amidst Alleged Incitement of Violence
A complaint has been lodged against Umme Hassan, the spouse of the Lal Masjid cleric Maulana Abdul Aziz, by the Kohsar police...
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Major Pre-Monsoon Rain Spell Predicted Following Pakistan Heatwave
Following the ongoing heatwave, a prominent private weather forecasting firm, Weather Updates PK, forecasts a significant pre-monsoon rain spell. The present weather...
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Top Court Reviews Rioters’ Custody and Military Courts Following Imran Khan’s Arrest
On Thursday, Pakistan’s Supreme Court demanded the records of all individuals detained in relation to the May 9 riots, which includes women...
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Contentious Exchange Between Finance Minister and Journalist Raises Concerns Amid IMF Program Stalemate
An incident involving Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Ishaq Dar, and a local journalist, Shahid Qureshi, drew significant attention on Thursday when their exchange...
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DNA Samples Collected From Families of Greece Boat Tragedy Victims as Investigation Progresses
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Wednesday acquired DNA samples from the relatives of the 126 missing victims of the recent boat...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Embarks on Two-Day Official Visit to France for New Global Financing Pact Summit
Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has commenced a two-day diplomatic visit to France, accepting an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron. The...
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NDMA Forewarns Residents of Harsh Summer Heat and Imminent Glacier Melt, Urges Precautionary Measures
As the country braces for an intensifying summer heat wave, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a stern warning, advising...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Launch Margalla Avenue Amidst Infrastructure Upgrades in Islamabad
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to inaugurate the newly completed Margalla Avenue on June 20, as the Capital Development Authority (CDA)...
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Pakistan Gears Up for Eid-ul-Adha Following Confirmation of Dhul-Hijjah Moon Sighting
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee of Pakistan has officially announced the sighting of the Dhul-Hijjah crescent moon, thereby confirming that Eid-ul-Adha, the Islamic...
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Tragic Sea Disaster Spurs Federal Agency into Action Against Human Trafficking in Pakistan
In a response to the tragic shipwreck incident off the Greek coast that left 80 confirmed dead, including numerous Pakistani nationals, the...
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PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Denies Political Discord with PML-N, Citing Charter of Democracy
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the chairman of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), dismissed the idea of any political disagreement between his party and the...
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Shehbaz Sharif Engages Global Powers to Reinstate $6.5B IMF Bailout Package Amid Budget Disputes
To revive a crucial $6.5 billion bailout package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reached out...
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Pakistani Author and Humanitarian, Arif Anis, Receives MBE in King Charles III’s Inaugural Birthday Honours
Arif Anis, a renowned Pakistani author, leadership strategist, and humanitarian, has been recognized with an accolade in King Charles III’s first official...
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Government Launches PSDP Portal to Enhance Transparency in Development Projects
In a bid to enhance transparency and public accountability, the government has unveiled a new portal dedicated to the Public Sector Development...
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Pakistan Appoints Investigative Committee to Scrutinize Migrant Tragedy off Greek Coast
In the aftermath of the harrowing migrant vessel disaster off the coast of Greece last week, Pakistani Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has...
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Balochistan Chief Minister Approves Legalization of Iranian Petrol Sales in Quetta
Balochistan’s Chief Minister, Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo, has recently given the green light for Iranian petrol sales in Quetta and surrounding regions,...
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Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Strategy Amid Global Polarization, As Outlined by Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari presented Pakistan’s foreign policy strategy on Friday, reiterating the nation’s stance against bloc politics or a resurgence...
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Controversy Surrounds Proposed Legislation Limiting Disqualification Period Under Article 62(1)(f)
The proposal to limit the disqualification period to five years under Article 62(1)(f) through an amendment in Section 232 of the Elections...
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Calls for Former PM Nawaz Sharif’s Return, Defends Finance Minister Amidst IMF Deal Criticism
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a recent PML-N General Council meeting, strongly advocated for the comeback of his brother, the former Prime...
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Pakistan Rejects IMF Advice on Tax Exemptions, Straining Relations and Uncertain Economic Future
On Thursday, the Finance Minister of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar, fiercely opposed the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) advice regarding tax exemptions, indicating a...
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Defense Minister Calls for Fundamental Economic Reforms Amidst Crippling Debt and Tax Evasion
In a harsh critique of the national economy, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif articulated the bleak economic conditions plaguing the country during the...
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Judicial Politics in Pakistan’s Supreme Court Unlikely to Abate Despite Key Appointment
Despite the unanimous endorsement by the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) of Peshawar High Court Chief Justice Musarrat Hilali’s promotion to the...
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No Cases Against Women from May 9 Violence Sent to Military Courts: Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar announced on Wednesday that no cases involving women accused of violent acts following the arrest of PTI...
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Embarks on First Official Visit to Azerbaijan to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan embarked on a two-day official visit to Azerbaijan aiming to bolster bilateral ties in the realms...
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World Bank Approves $200 Million for Infrastructure and Basic Services in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tribal Districts
In a move aimed at bolstering state capacities for delivering basic services and establishing climate-resilient rural infrastructure in the tribal districts of...
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Potential Above-Normal Monsoon Rains and Flood Threats Anticipated for Potohar Region and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
According to recent forecasts by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the Potohar region, including Rawalpindi and Islamabad, as well as parts of...
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Cyclone Biperjoy Alert Prompts Postponement of Exams in Karachi
In the wake of a high alert issued by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) regarding Cyclone Biperjoy, the Federal Board of Intermediate...
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Islamabad Court Calls Former Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry in Sedition Case
In a new development on Wednesday, the Islamabad court ordered former Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry, along with his guarantors, to present themselves...
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Pakistan Braces for the Impact of Very Severe Cyclonic Storm Biparjoy, Predicted to Shift Course and Impact Southeast Sindh
In a recent statement, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) expressed its concerns about the Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (VSCS) Biparjoy, which is...
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Telecom Giants Race to Offer Competitive Roaming Packages as Hajj Season Commences
As Pakistanis are set to travel to Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, leading telecom companies are eager to leverage this...
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Debate on Federal Budget Begins in National Assembly Amid Calls for Action Against May 9 Vandalism
On Monday, the National Assembly of Pakistan initiated a subdued discussion on the federal budget for the upcoming financial year. The debate...
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Cyclone Biparjoy Prompts Emergency Measures and Evacuations in Pakistan’s Coastal Areas
On Monday, Cyclone Biparjoy was reported to be approximately 600 kilometres south of Karachi, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The...
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Historic Russian Oil Delivery to Pakistan Signifies Strengthened Bilateral Cooperation
In a pivotal moment marking the progression of diplomatic relations between Russia and Pakistan, the first Russian oil consignment reached Karachi Port...
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Pakistan Proposes 16% Defence Budget Hike Amid Continuing Security Concerns
On Friday, the federal government of Pakistan proposed an approximate 16% increase in the defence budget, in response to ongoing internal and...
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Ali Muhammad Khan, PTI Stalwart, Faces Re-Arrest Amidst Corruption Allegations
In a dramatic turn of events, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) figurehead Ali Muhammad Khan faced another arrest on Friday, immediately following his release...
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Government Considers Controversial Amendment to Tax Law, Allowing Undisclosed Foreign Income Up to $100,000
In a bold move aimed at boosting foreign exchange reserves, the government is contemplating a significant amendment to the Income Tax Ordinance....
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Government Contemplates Hike in Petroleum Levy amid Inflation Concerns to Bolster Non-Tax Revenues
In a move that might stoke the flames of inflation, the government is deliberating on raising the petroleum levy to a record...
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Pakistan Railways Intensifies Efforts to Recover Billions in Owed Land and Service Fees
Pakistan Railways is stepping up efforts to recover billions of rupees in outstanding land and service fees from both federal and provincial...
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Supreme Court Landmark Ruling Expands Definition of Workplace Harassment to Include Gender-Based Discrimination
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled that workplace sexual harassment encompasses more than just physical intimacy, extending to gender-based...
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Capital Development Authority Set to Roll Out Key Urban Projects in the New Fiscal Year
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is preparing for a spate of significant infrastructure projects in the city for the fiscal year 2023-24,...
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Pakistan Refuses Taliban’s Proposal for Talks, Calls for Unconditional Surrender Instead
The Pakistani government has rejected a recent proposal by the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to restart peace negotiations, pointing to past unsuccessful...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Joins Turkish President Erdogan’s Inauguration, Extends Warm Wishes and Pakistani Mangoes
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan engaged in a friendly exchange with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during the latter’s inauguration on...
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Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad Alleges Unlawful Intrusion and Assault at His Residence
The leader of the Awami Muslim League (AML), Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad, on Sunday, leveled accusations against elite forces, alleging they trespassed into...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Advocates for Global Partnerships During Visit to Turkey
On Sunday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan, during his recent visit to Turkey, held meetings with a multitude of global leaders...
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Duo Arrested Over Alleged Sexual Abuse of a Mentally-Challenged Minor
In a grim turn of events, authorities have taken two men into custody over allegations of sexually abusing a 15-year-old mentally-challenged girl...
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Anti-Terrorist Operations Intensify in North Waziristan, Claiming Lives of Prominent Militants
In a statement issued, the military disclosed that two notable terrorists were eliminated in a firefight in the Dossali region of North...
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High Court Calls for Accountability Following Misuse of Security Uniforms in Criminals Activities
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has raised alarm over the increasing trend of criminals impersonating members of security forces, leading to an...
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Pakistan International Airlines to Recover Impounded Plane From Malaysia
A Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) aircraft that had been held up in Malaysia due to unpaid dues claims is set to be...
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Pakistan Dismisses US Concerns Over Alleged Human Rights Violations; Expresses Discontent Over India’s ‘Akhand Bharat’ Mural
Pakistan’s Foreign Office dismissed concerns voiced by multiple United States legislators over potential human rights abuses in the wake of mass arrests...
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Pakistan Announces Significant Cuts in Fuel Prices to Alleviate Consumer Burden
In an effort to bring respite to consumers, the government of Pakistan has declared substantial cuts in the prices of petrol, high-speed...
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Imran Khan Dismisses Threats of a ‘King’s Party’ Amidst Defections from PTI
Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, dismissed the notion of a new “king’s party” being formed from the PTI, arguing that...
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Peshawar High Court Overrules Controversial Arrest Orders Amidst May 9 Protests
In a significant ruling on Wednesday, the Peshawar High Court (PHC) struck down the deputy commissioner’s directive to apprehend individuals implicated in...
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Preparing for Tourist Influx: Rawalpindi Commissioner Directs Construction of Parking Plazas in Murree
As summer vacation draws near, hill stations like Murree are preparing for a substantial increase in tourist arrivals. In anticipation of this,...
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PTI Leader Shehryar Afridi’s Detention Conditions Questioned in Court
The attorney of Shehryar Afridi, a leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), asserted in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday that his...
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Thrills in the Sky: World’s Tallest and South Asia’s Longest Zipline Debuts in Kaghan’s Noori Valley
In an exciting development for adventure enthusiasts, Kaghan Valley introduces the world’s highest and South Asia’s lengthiest zipline at Noori Valley. Stretching...
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Tragic Residential Gas Explosion in Shamsabad Claims Lives of Three Children
A residential gas explosion, reportedly due to a gas cylinder leak, led to the tragic loss of three children in Shamsabad. The...
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Dynamic Literary Sessions Highlight Second Day of Lahore’s Jashn-e-Jaun Elia Festival
The three-day literary celebration, Jashn-e-Jaun Elia, co-hosted by the Lahore Arts Council and Ishqabad, marked its second day with an array of...
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Pakistan Commemorates 25 Years of Nuclear Capability on Youm-e-Takbeer
Pakistan’s President Dr Arif Alvi has lauded the nation on the 25th anniversary of Youm-e-Takbeer, celebrating the day the country became a...
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Earthquake Rattles Islamabad and Surrounding Areas; Raises Concerns About Infrastructure Safety
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded across Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, and the Upper Neelum Valley, sending residents into the streets in fear,...
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Defence Minister Endorses Use of Military Courts for Civilians Amid Controversial Crackdown
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has advocated the use of military courts to try civilians charged with attacking state infrastructure during the May...
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Prominent TV Anchorperson Sami Ibrahim Disappears Amid Political Tensions
Prominent Pakistani journalist and television host, Sami Ibrahim, has been reported missing in Islamabad, authorities disclosed on Thursday. The Islamabad Police have...
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Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan Responds to Placement on Exit Control List
Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan and the leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), expressed gratitude towards the ruling government on...
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PM’s Youth Program Revives Laptop Scheme, Aims to Foster Innovation and Promote Sports
The Prime Minister’s Youth Program is set to breathe new life into the laptop scheme this year, according to a recent announcement...
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Plans for Model Prisons in Punjab Overshadow Unfulfilled Promises of Juvenile Rehabilitation Schools
While the Punjab government revisits its plans to construct model prisons, its unfulfilled commitment to establish rehabilitation schools within existing detention centers...
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Key Leaders Ali Zaidi and Makhdoom Khushro Bakhtiar Depart from PTI in Wake of May 9 Events
In a significant blow to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), party stalwarts Ali Zaidi and Makhdoom Khushro Bakhtiar publicly announced their departure from...
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Unanswered Questions Loom Over Audio-Leaks Inquiry as Supreme Court Stay Order Gets Questioned
Saturday saw Justice Qazi Faez Isa, leader of the audio leaks investigation commission, raise substantial queries concerning the Supreme Court’s (SC) stay...
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Bird Strikes Prove Costly for Pakistan International Airlines: Immediate Action Sought
In recent times, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has been wrestling with an unusual yet costly issue – bird strikes. The national flag...
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Progress in May 9th Violent Incident Investigation: Prime Minister Calls for Swift Action
The federal cabinet convened under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday, discussing the investigation progress regarding the violent incidents...
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Shehbaz Sharif Commemorates Martyrs Reverence Day, Reflects on May 9 Events
In a solemn observance of the national Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada-e-Pakistan (Martyrs Reverence Day), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif delivered an impassioned address, referencing the...
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ICTP Commences New Initiative to Curb Environmental and Noise Pollution in Islamabad
In a robust bid to mitigate environmental and noise pollution, Islamabad Capital Territory Police (ICTP) has instigated a fresh crackdown against vehicles...
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Terrorist Attacks on Gas and Oil Facilities in Pakistan Claims Lives of Security Personnel
In a brazen act of violence, terrorists attacked natural gas and oil production facilities in the Thall tehsil of Hangu district, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa,...
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Pakistan Condemns India’s G20 Tourism Conference in Disputed Kashmir
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has accused India of “abusing” its presidency of the G20 by hosting a tourism conference in the...
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PTI Leaders Depart Party Amidst Political Turmoil and Arrests
In a recent series of perplexing political events marked by arrests, releases, and rearrests, leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have been...
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Pakistani Mountaineer Asad Memon Conquers Mount Everest Despite Harsh Weather
In a notable feat of bravery and determination, young Pakistani mountaineer, Asad Memon, has successfully scaled Mount Everest, the highest peak in...
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Pakistan’s Population Surges Past 249.5 Million, According to Preliminary Digital Census
Pakistan’s population has now exceeded 249.5 million, as revealed by the preliminary results of the country’s seventh digital census. The announcement was...
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PTI Chief Imran Khan Braces for Possible Arrest Despite Existing Bails
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party anticipates another potential arrest despite acquiring necessary bails in a series...
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Imran Khan Anticipates Arrest Amidst Allegations of Democratic Disruption
In an exclusive interview with CNN, former Prime Minister and chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, suggested that there is...
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Government to Invoke Anti-terrorism Law Against Protesters in Pakistan: A New Chapter in Legal Proceedings
The government has announced plans to invoke the anti-terrorism law against protestors who targeted civilian infrastructures, while those who vandalised military property...
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Pakistan’s FM Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Asserts G20 Meet in Srinagar Won’t Silence Kashmiri Voices
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari declared on Sunday that the G20 meeting of tourism officials in Srinagar, the capital of India-administered Kashmir,...
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Armed Clash on Iran-Pakistan Border Results in Five Iranian Guard Fatalities
A violent encounter with an armed faction in the volatile southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan resulted in the deaths of five Iranian border...
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Multiple PTI Leaders Resign Following May 9 Violence, Citing Disagreements and Concerns
In the aftermath of the May 9 violence, the number of leaders departing from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has increased to...
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Anchorperson Imran Riaz Khan’s Father Appeals for Mercy as Son’s Whereabouts Remain Unknown
In an emotional plea at the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday, the father of anchorperson Imran Riaz shed tears while pleading...
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Transgender Community Condemns Federal Shariat Court’s Decision, Amnesty International Calls for Rejection of Amendments to Transgender Act
The transgender community has expressed strong disapproval of the Federal Shariat Court’s (FSC) decision, labeling it an “assault on the rights of...
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Punjab Government Plans Independent Measures as Consensus Fails on Search of Imran Khan’s Residence
The Punjab government has decided to develop its own approach to apprehend alleged arsonists reportedly hiding at PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s Zaman...
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Federal Cabinet Approves Trial of May 9 Protesters Under Army Act
The federal cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, approved the decisions taken at the National Security Committee (NSC) meeting, which included...
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Sindh Government to Compensate Motorbike Owners Affected by May 9 Protests
The Sindh government has announced that it will provide compensation to lower- and middle-class commuters whose motorbikes were burned by arsonists during...
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Sindh Chief Minister Raises Concerns over Undercounting in Federal Census
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has accused the federal government of inaccurately counting the population of Sindh province, warning that...
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Caretaker Punjab Government Presents Evidence of PTI’s Involvement in May 9 Terrorist Attacks to Election Commission
The caretaker Punjab government submitted “proofs” of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party’s alleged participation in “terrorist attacks” on sensitive military installations to...
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Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Introduces ‘Share Pakistan Portal’ for Enhanced Communication with Diplomatic Missions
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari unveiled the ‘Share Pakistan Portal,’ an innovative digital repository aimed at fostering targeted communication between the Ministry...
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India Bolsters Security in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir Ahead of G20 Tourism Meeting
Indian security forces have increased their presence and intensified measures in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) region due to...
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Government Considers Delinking Population Growth from Resource Distribution
The Pakistani government has proposed delinking the distribution of divisible pool resources among provinces from the population-based National Finance Commission (NFC). The...
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Punjab Caretaker Information Minister Dismisses Imran Khan’s Claims of Police Firing on Protesters
Amidst allegations made by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Punjab Caretaker Information Minister Amir Mir clarified on Thursday that the Punjab Police...
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Countdown Begins: Government Hajj Flights to Commence on May 21
The highly anticipated Hajj flight operations for the government Hajj scheme are all set to kick off on May 21, as officially...
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Controversial Audio Emerges Allegedly Involving Judge’s Wife in Imran Khan’s Toshakhana Case
In a recent development, an audio recording purportedly featuring the wife of Additional Sessions Judge Zafar Iqbal has surfaced. The judge was...
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Tragic Shooting Incident in Swat: One Dead, Several Injured as Police Officer Opens Fire
A young girl lost her life and seven others, including a teacher and female students, were injured when a police officer stationed...
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PTI Alleges “Agencies Men” Behind Attacks After Imran Khan’s Arrest
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has accused “agencies men” of orchestrating the arson attacks and shootings that followed the arrest of former...
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Imran Khan Renews Call For Peaceful Protests In Pakistan
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is also the chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, has called for peaceful protests...
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Ministry of Planning Initiates Measures to Implement Urdu as Official Language
The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives has announced practical measures to implement Urdu as an official language across all government...
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Hina Rabbani Khar Advocates Enhanced Europe-Asia Pacific Cooperation for Sustainable Development
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Hina Rabbani Khar, emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation between Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, particularly...
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Army Chief Vows To Bring Perpetrators Of May 9 Vandalism To Justice
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Seven Soldiers and a Civilian Martyred In Terrorist Attack In Balochistan
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Miftah Ismail Claims Pakistan Has The World’s Most Ineffective Governance
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Federal Cabinet Expresses Concern Over Treatment of Imran Khan, Rejects Emergency Option
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Punjab Government Forms JIT to Probe Attack on Lahore’s Corps Commander’s House
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Volatile Law and Order Situation Causes Disruption to Transport Services in Pakistan
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PTI Supporters Gathering At Srinagar Highway Islamabad
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Pakistani Government Bans Social Media Amidst Former PM Arrest
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Pakistani Climber Sajid Ali Sadpara To Summit Mount Everest Without Supplemental Oxygen Or Sherpa Support
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Imran khan Arrested by Rangers in Al-Qadir Trust Case
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Proposal For New Road Near Margalla Hills Raises Environmental Concerns
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EU Delegation Agrees To Provide Financial Assistance For Tourism Projects In Kaghan Valley
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Protests Erupt in Parachinar Following Killing of 8 People
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Supreme Court Bar Association Challenges Pakistan Bar Council’s Show-Cause Notice
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Chinese Foreign Minister To Visit Pakistan For Strategic Dialogue, Says FO
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Cracks Discovered On Newly-built Margalla Avenue In Islamabad Prior To Official Inauguration
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FO Concludes Evacuation Of Over 1,000 Stranded Pakistanis in Sudan
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Pakistan to Stop Supply of Cheap Gas to Power Producers, Minister of State for Petroleum Announces
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PM Shehbaz Approves $10-14 Billion Oil Refinery Project In Pakistan
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Possible Reduction Of Rs3.86 Per Litre In Petrol Price By Government
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149 Pakistani Nationals Safely Evacuated from Conflict-Hit Sudan
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Karachi Express catches fire in Khairpur, leaving 7 dead and several injured
Tragedy struck in Sindh’s Khairpur district on Thursday when a bogie of the Karachi Express train caught fire, killing seven people, including...
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Pakistan and China Agree To Boost Cooperation for Regional Peace and Stability
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Karachi Lawyer From Ahmadiyya Community Arrested For Using ‘Syed’ In His Name
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Pakistan Government Urges Caution As Country Braces For Rainfall
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JUI-F Opposes Talks with PTI, Despite Efforts by Ruling Coalition
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Women’s Recruitment in Bajaur Police Hindered By Local Customs
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Supreme Court Directs FIA To Block Fake Twitter Account Of Justice Sardar Tariq Masood
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Truck Collides With Mini Truck Near Keenjhar Lake, Leaving 9 Dead In Thatta
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Swat Blasts Caused by Short Circuit at Armoury, Not Militant Attack
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12 People Are Killed In The Swat Police Station Blast
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President Alvi Questions Legality of Caretaker Governments In Letter To PM
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Minister Ahsan Iqbal Denies China’s BRI as ‘Debt Trap’
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chairs High-Level Meeting to Discuss Future Strategies
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Chaudhry Anwarul Haq Elected As AJK Prime Minister Following ex-PM’s Disqualification
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Pakistan Government Pushes Forward With Petrol Subsidy Scheme Despite IMF Assurances
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Chinese National Denies Blasphemy Charges Leveled Against Him in Pakistan
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Supreme Court Rejects Defense Ministry’s Request For Simultaneous Elections In Pakistan
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Justice Qazi Faez Isa Asserts Supreme Court’s Authority To Take Suo Motu Notice, Not Just CJP
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SC Informed Of Non-Payment Of Funds By SBP In Polls Delay Case
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Huge Landslide Close To Torkham Border Burying Trucks, At Least 2 People Dead
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Pakistan Thanks Saudi Arabia For Its Role In Yemen Peace Talks
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Pakistan’s Ministry of Planning Releases Rs129 Billion For Development Projects Under PSDP
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Zahir Jaffar Files Appeal in Supreme Court Against IHC Decision Upholding Death Sentence for Noor Mukadam Murder
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Chinese Worker Detained In Pakistan’s Dasu On Blasphemy Charges
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Imran Informs LHC Of Another Eid Holiday Operation Scheduled For Zaman Park
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Dubai-Based Naila Kiani Becomes First Pakistani Woman To Climb Nepal’s Annapurna Peak
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World Bank Warns Of Further Rise In Pakistan’s Inflation To 29.5% In FY23
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Sajid Sadpara Makes History as First Pakistani to Scale Annapurna Peak in Nepal Without Supplemental Oxygen or Porters’ Support
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Explosion Kills Three Children In Balochistan’s Chaman District
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Pakistan Railways To Run Special Trains For Eid-ul-Fitr Travel Needs
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KP Govt Faces Financial Crunch, Delays Salary Payment Ahead Of Eidul Fitr
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Government Announces Five-Day Holiday for Eidul Fitr Celebrations
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PTI Working On a Strategy To Revive Pakistan’s Economy, Says The Former Premier
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Swedish Embassy in Islamabad Closes Indefinitely Due to Security Concerns
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Mufti Testifies: Imran Khan Married Bushra Bibi During Iddat Period
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Court Rejects ECP Request For Imran Khan’s Summary Trial in Toshakhana Case
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Lawyers File Petitions Challenging Bill Limiting Chief Justice’s Powers in Supreme Court and Islamabad High Court
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Supreme Court Rules DNA Testing Without Consent Violates Privacy Rights
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Supreme Court Issues Notices to Officials Over Failure to Disburse Funds for Elections in Pakistan
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AJK High Court Disqualifies Prime Minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas Over Contempt
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Pakistan Strongly Condemns India’s Hosting of G20 Meetings In Occupied Kashmir
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