Posts By Hamna Aslam
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3.5KPakistanProminent 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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267Automotive
Aspark Owl Soars High: Sets New EV Speed Records
In a significant leap for electric vehicles, Aspark Owl, the Japanese electric hypercar, has blazed through two world speed records this week,...
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238Automotive
Pink Buses Turn a New Leaf: Aiding Female Students in Peshawar Colleges
In a significant move towards enhancing female student mobility, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa administration has allocated 14 pink buses to various girls’ colleges...
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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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254Education
Free Textbooks Still a Mirage: Punjab’s Government Schools Begin Summer Break in Disarray
The new academic year in Punjab initiated three months ago, yet the Punjab School Education Department has not been successful in delivering...
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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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177Automotive
National Highway Authority Scrutinized Over Rs. 15 Billion Advance Payment to Contractors
The National Highway Authority (NHA) has come under review by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) concerning an advanced payment of Rs. 15...
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241Automotive
Rawalpindi Authorities Initiate Operation to Curb Traffic Obstruction
In an attempt to streamline traffic movement, the City Traffic Police (CTP) and the Municipal Corporation Rawalpindi (MCR) have initiated an anti-encroachment...
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246Sports
Concerns Arise Over Babar Azam’s Motorcycle Rides in Lahore Amidst Upcoming Cricket Tournaments
The Pakistani cricket captain, Babar Azam, has recently sparked concerns among fans following his sightings navigating the streets of Lahore on a...
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249Sports
National Cricketers Honour Martyrs on Youm-e-Takreem Shuhada-e-Pakistan
The captain of the Pakistan cricket team, Babar Azam, and wicketkeeper-batsman, Mohammad Rizwan, participated in a ceremony at the General Headquarters (GHQ)...
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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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262Business
Pakistan’s Economy Struggles Amidst Crisis, Records Stagnant Growth of 0.3%
In the face of strict import limitations aimed at preventing a sovereign default, Pakistan’s economic growth rate plummeted to a paltry 0.3%...
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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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192Automotive
PNEC-NUST Reveals Upgraded Electric Formula Race Car Ahead of International Competition
In an impressive showcase at a local hotel, students and faculty of PNEC-NUST proudly pulled back the curtains on their upgraded electric...
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239Business
China and Pakistan Inaugurate New Air Cargo Routes, Bolstering Trade Relations and Agricultural Research Collaboration
Strengthening the trade and economic ties between China and Pakistan, two additional air cargo routes have been recently launched, as per a...
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203Business
Record-Breaking Fall of Pakistani Rupee Against US Dollar Stirs Economic Concerns
The Pakistani Rupee suffered a historical plunge on Tuesday, hitting an all-time low of Rs308 to the US dollar in the open...
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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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254Education
Government College University, Lahore, Launches Pakistan’s First Department of Global Studies
A significant innovation in the realm of higher education in Pakistan has been introduced by Government College University (GCU), Lahore. The esteemed...
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221Automotive
Dubai’s RTA Harnesses Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Traffic Management
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is tapping into the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance traffic flow and minimise congestion...
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309Sports
PCB Strengthens Selection Committee with New Appointments, Maintains Skipper’s Key Role
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reinforced its national men’s selection committee this week by confirming three significant appointments. The revitalized committee,...
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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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231Business
Pakistan’s Government Prepares for Massive Fiscal Expansion with a Rs14.6 Trillion Budget
Pakistan is preparing to introduce an extraordinarily expansionary budget for the fiscal year 2023-24, reaching around Rs14.6 trillion. This budget, marking an...
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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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240Sports
PCB Chair Sethi Responds to Afridi’s World Cup Critique, Says Decision Lies with Governments
Najam Sethi, head of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management committee, recently addressed former cricketer Shahid Afridi’s criticisms concerning the potential boycott...
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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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210International
Mount Everest’s Shifting Landscape: British Climber Observes Decreasing Snow, Increasing Rockiness
British mountaineer Kenton Cool, who recently marked his record 17th ascent of Mount Everest, shared alarming observations about the changing conditions of...
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243Education
Summer Break Announced for Sindh’s Schools and Colleges: A Two-Month Recess Beginning June 1
The Sindh Government has formally confirmed the much-anticipated summer vacation dates for educational institutions across the province. An enjoyable two-month break for...
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221Education
Sindh’s Minister Calls for Stricter Measures Against Exam Misconduct, Including TikTok Activities
Ismail Rahoo, Sindh’s Minister for Universities and Boards, has expressed profound dissatisfaction with the province’s educational boards over their failure to eliminate...
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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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237Education
Sindh Minister Vows Action Against Exam Cheating, Urges Focus on Quality Education
In response to the widespread copy culture among students in Sindh, Minister for Boards and Universities, Mohammad Ismail Rahu, announced that strict...
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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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277Sports
Babar Azam’s Encounter with Excise Officers Demonstrates Responsible Citizenship
Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam recently found himself in the spotlight during a bustling day at Liberty Chowk, one of Lahore’s...
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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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275Automotive
Toyota Revo GR-S: Unleashing Power and Style in the Pickup Truck Segment
Toyota enthusiasts in Pakistan now have the opportunity to experience the thrill of the Toyota Revo GR-S, an upgraded version of the...
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241Sports
Pakistan U-19 Team’s Head Coach Acknowledges Success but Emphasizes Room for Improvement
The head coach of Pakistan’s U-19 cricket team, Sabih Azhar, has expressed his belief that despite the team’s outstanding performance in Bangladesh...
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224Business
Influential Industrialists Seek to Resolve Political Impasse for Economic Stability
In an effort to address the ongoing deadlock in the country’s corridors of power, influential industrialists and tycoons have taken the lead...
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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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284Sports
Pakistani Players Absent from Inaugural International League T20 (ILT20) Season
The inaugural edition of the International League T20 (ILT20), which took place from January 13 to February 12 this year, saw the...
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270Automotive
Toyota, Daihatsu, and Suzuki Collaborate to Unveil Electric Mini-Commercial Vans
Leading automotive manufacturers, Toyota, Daihatsu, and Suzuki have come together to develop prototype mini-commercial vans powered by all-electric powertrains. The electric vehicle...
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221Automotive
Rawalpindi City Traffic Police (CTP) Launches Crackdown on Traffic Violations
Rawalpindi City Traffic Police (CTP) has taken a strong stance against vehicles that violate traffic laws as part of their recent crackdown....
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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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221Automotive
Toyota Discloses Decade-Long Data Breach Affecting Over 2 Million Vehicles
In a recent announcement, Toyota revealed that its popular online service, the cloud-based Connected service, experienced a data breach spanning a decade,...
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322Sports
Ramiz Raja Criticizes PCB Chairman’s Proposal for Hosting Asia Cup in England
Former Pakistan cricketer, Ramiz Raja, has voiced his criticism of Najam Sethi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management committee,...
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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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235Education
Task Force Formed to Improve Pay Scale System in Higher Education Institutions
The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives has established a 21-member task force to review and enhance the pay scale system...
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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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258Sports
Mickey Arthur Reaches Out to Sarfaraz Ahmed Ahead of World Cup, Confirms Pakistan Team Director
Mickey Arthur, the team director of the Pakistan cricket team, has recently confirmed that he has been in touch with the former...
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260Automotive
Pakistan Auto Sector Loses Momentum Again with Steep Decline in Sales
After a brief recovery in car sales in March 2023, Pakistan’s auto sector has hit a new slump. Last month, carmakers, who...
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223Education
BISE Lahore Extends Registration Deadline For Class-9 Students
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Lahore has announced an extension of the registration deadline for Class-9 students. In a...
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227International
US Calls on India to Condemn Religious Violence Ahead of Prime Minister’s Visit
The United States has urged India to take action against persistent religious violence in the country, just one month before Prime Minister...
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215Business
Pakistan Faces Risk Of Default As Bond Yields Surge
Pakistan’s US dollar-denominated bond yields experienced a significant surge, indicating an elevated risk of default on foreign debt repayment for the country....
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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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286Technology
Internet Shutdown in Pakistan Sparks Outrage and Economic Losses
The recent internet shutdown and social media blockage in Pakistan has not only caused an estimated loss of Rs2.49 billion, but also...
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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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285Education
Retired Teachers in Islamabad Struggle to Receive Pending Dues, Highlighting FDE’s Neglect
Retired teachers from various colleges under the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) in Islamabad are currently facing distressing challenges as they encounter...
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238Education
Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Secretary Inspires Pakistani Students at Cambridge University with Education and Technology Initiatives
Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Secretary Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani recently visited Pakistani students studying at Cambridge University, where he provided them with insights into the...
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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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Sale of Unhygienic Beverages Rises, Posing Health Risks in the City
As temperatures soar in the city and its suburbs, the sale of unhygienic beverages has seen a worrying increase, putting citizens, especially...
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287Sports
Pakistan Showcases Dominance in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League
The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League came to an exhilarating conclusion, highlighting Pakistan’s dominance across various statistical categories. Bangladesh’s narrow...
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209International
Global Surface Temperatures on the Rise Since 1970, Warns IPCC Report
A recent report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) highlights the alarming increase in global surface temperatures since 1970. According...
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251Automotive
Karachi Celebrates 1st Anniversary of Pakistan’s First Online Antique Cars Museum with Grand Parade
In a delightful celebration marking the first anniversary of Pakistan’s First Online Antique Cars Museum, a magnificent parade of approximately 30 antique...
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Sit-in Protest by PML-N and JUI-F Disrupts Law and Order in Pakistan
A disturbance in the law and order situation has emerged in Pakistan as the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Jamiyat Ulama-e-Islam-Fazal (JUI-F)...
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JUI-F Workers To Join Sit-in Outside Supreme Court As Directed By PDM
The Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has called upon its workers to converge in Islamabad in convoys from their respective areas on Monday morning...
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271Education
New Schedule Issued by Lahore Board for 9th Grade Exams Postponed Due to Protests
The Punjab Board has issued a new schedule for ninth-grade students as the exams got postponed amid protests and security situations in...
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250Automotive
Scotland to Launch First Driverless Bus Network
Scotland is set to launch its first driverless bus network next week, with plans for buses to run without any input from...
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272Business
Pakistan To Borrow Record Rs9.44 Trillion From Banks To Repay Maturing Debt And Finance Expenditures
The government of Pakistan has announced its plan to borrow a record Rs9.44 trillion from domestic commercial and Shariah-compliant banks over the...
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207Business
IMF Demands Pakistan Arrange Fresh Loans Worth $8 Billion to Meet External Debt Repayments
Pakistan’s hopes for a revival of the $6.5 billion bailout package have been further eroded as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has...
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Army Chief Vows To Bring Perpetrators Of May 9 Vandalism To Justice
The army chief General Syed Asim Munir, has vowed to bring to justice all those involved in the vandalism that occurred on...
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3.7KPakistan
Seven Soldiers and a Civilian Martyred In Terrorist Attack In Balochistan
Seven Pakistan Army soldiers and a civilian were martyred in an attack on a Frontier Corps camp in the Muslim Bagh area...
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Imran khan Addressed his Supporters After Blanket Relief
Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister and current Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), addressed his supporters on Saturday after receiving a blanket...
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209International
China Working to Broker Solution Between Pakistan and Afghan Taliban over TTP Issue
China is reportedly attempting to mediate a resolution between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban to address the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) issue,...
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Miftah Ismail Claims Pakistan Has The World’s Most Ineffective Governance
Former Finance Minister and estranged PML-N leader Miftah Ismail delivered a presentation in London where he discussed the issue of elite capture...
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3.7KPakistan
Federal Cabinet Expresses Concern Over Treatment of Imran Khan, Rejects Emergency Option
The federal cabinet of Pakistan has expressed anger over the loss of private and public property during the violent protests that erupted...
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Punjab Government Forms JIT to Probe Attack on Lahore’s Corps Commander’s House
The Punjab government has decided to form a Joint Investigation Team (JIT) to investigate the attack on Lahore’s Corps Commander’s House, which...
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242Technology
Social Media Still Inaccessible In Pakistan Despite PTA Lifting Internet Restrictions
Pakistan’s regulatory authority, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), announced the restoration of mobile broadband services on May 13, but social media platforms...
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272Education
Chemistry Paper Leaked in Larkana: Attempted School Theft Sparks Outrage
Students in Pakistan’s Sindh province have been hit with yet another case of academic malpractice, as the Class IX chemistry paper was...
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205Education
British Council Cancels May 12 Cambridge School Exams Due to Unsafe Situation in Pakistan
Cambridge school exams that were scheduled for May 12 in Pakistan have been cancelled due to the current unsafe situation in the...
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3.7KPakistan
Volatile Law and Order Situation Causes Disruption to Transport Services in Pakistan
The recent escalation of political tensions in Pakistan has had a significant impact on the country’s transport sector, with the Metro Bus...
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211Business
Rupee Plummets to Record Low Amid Political Turmoil and Inflation Fears
Pakistan’s rupee fell almost 3% to a new record low at Rs298.93 against the US dollar in the inter-bank market amid escalating...
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264Technology
Internet Services Shutdown Caused A Loss Of At Least Rs1.6 Billion To Telecom Companies
The Global mobile ecosystem organisation, Groupe Speciale Mobile Association (GSMA), has expressed its concern over the continued shutdown of broadband internet services...
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3.7KPakistan
Imran Khan’s Release Deals Blow to Ruling Alliance’s Political Capital
The release of Pakistani politician Imran Khan following a brief detention on Thursday has been seen as a major blow to the...
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PTI Supporters Gathering At Srinagar Highway Islamabad
Protests continue in Pakistan following the arrest of former Prime Minister and current chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, Imran Khan....
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Pakistani Government Bans Social Media Amidst Former PM Arrest
Pakistan’s government imposed a social media blackout as a measure to curb protests following the arrest of the country’s former prime minister,...
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Pakistani Climber Sajid Ali Sadpara To Summit Mount Everest Without Supplemental Oxygen Or Sherpa Support
Sajid Ali Sadpara, son of the late legendary Pakistani mountaineer Mohammad Ali Sadpara, is all set to climb Mount Everest (8,848.86 metres)...
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202Medical
Pakistan Experts Call for Legislation and Awareness Campaigns to Control Thalassemia
On World Thalassemia Day 2023, health experts and social activists in Pakistan demanded legislation for premarital thalassemia tests and awareness campaigns to...
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259Business
Pakistan Faces Risk of Default Without IMF Bailout, Warns Moody’s
Moody’s Investors Service, a leading financial ratings company, has issued a warning that Pakistan may default on its debts if it does...
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3.7KPakistan
Imran khan Arrested by Rangers in Al-Qadir Trust Case
Former Pakistan Prime Minister and leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, Imran Khan, was arrested on Tuesday by Rangers officials in...
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263Sports
Lionel Messi Set For Saudi Arabia Move In ‘Done Deal’
Lionel Messi has signed a “huge” deal to play in Saudi Arabia next season, according to a source close to the negotiations....
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3.7KPakistan
Imran Khan’s Arrest Sparks Protests and Traffic Jams Across Pakistan
The sudden arrest of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan has triggered unrest among his supporters, resulting...
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293International
UAE’s Nuclear Energy Sector Boosted by Agreements with Chinese Organizations
Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has signed three agreements with Chinese nuclear energy organizations to boost low-carbon nuclear power in the United...
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258Medical
First Congo Virus Case in Pakistan in 2023 Results in Patient’s Death
On Sunday, health officials confirmed that the first case of Congo virus in Pakistan this year has resulted in the patient’s death....
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250Business
Pakistan Opens LC in Bank of China For First-ever Russian Oil Omport
Pakistan has taken a significant step towards diversifying its crude oil import sources by opening a Letter of Credit (LC) in the...
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198Education
Sindh SSC Exams in Jeopardy as Education Board Officials Transferred
The upcoming Secondary School Certificate (SSC) exams in Sindh may be impacted by the sudden transfer of officers from various education boards...
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254Sports
Pakistan’s ODI Series Win Over New Zealand Sets Them Up Well for World Cup, Says Captain Babar Azam
Pakistan’s cricket team has secured an impressive one-day series win over New Zealand, setting them up nicely for the upcoming World Cup....
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267Sports
New Zealand’s Consolation Win Over Pakistan Denies Them Top ODI Ranking
New Zealand prevented a whitewash by beating Pakistan by 47 runs in the final One-Day International (ODI) match of the series in...
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3.7KPakistan
Proposal For New Road Near Margalla Hills Raises Environmental Concerns
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is considering building a 5-kilometer road from a popular restaurant to Bari Imam, a move that could...
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212Covid
WHO Declares End to Covid-19 Global Health Emergency, But Virus Remains a Threat
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an end to the global health emergency of international concern for Covid-19, marking a major...
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256International
King Charles III Crowned in Westminster Abbey in Pomp and Tradition
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif joined a host of foreign royals, officials, and heads of state and governments on Saturday for the coronation...
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250Medical
Suspected Case Of Monkeypox Reported In Karachi, Pakistan
A nine-year-old girl suspected of having monkeypox was reported at the National Institute of Child Health (NICH) in Karachi, Pakistan. This comes...
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3.7KPakistan
EU Delegation Agrees To Provide Financial Assistance For Tourism Projects In Kaghan Valley
The Kaghan Development Authority (KDA) has announced that a joint delegation from the European Union (EU) and the Austrian embassy in Islamabad...
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357Sports
Pakistan U19 Dominates Bangladesh U19 With A Nine-wicket Victory In First One-day Match
Pakistan U19 cruised to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Bangladesh U19 in the first one-day match of the five-match series at the...
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302Sports
Pakistan Takes Number One Spot In ICC ODI Team Rankings With 4-0 Lead In Series Against New Zealand
Pakistan’s cricket team achieved a historic milestone on Friday as they defeated New Zealand by 102 runs in the fourth ODI, taking...
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285Education
Punjab Schools To Receive Internet Facility In Schools
The Punjab Schools Education Department has recently made the decision to provide internet facilities to all schools in the province. This move...
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375Business
Refinery Official Warns Of Daily Smuggling Of 8 Million Liters Of Iranian Diesel Into Pakistan
The CEO of Attock Refinery Limited, Adil Khattak, has claimed that between 7,000 to 8,000 metric tons of high-speed diesel (HSD) is...
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286Sports
Pakistan Inches Closer To Top Spot In ICC Men’s ODI Team
Rankings with a dominant performance against New Zealand in the ongoing five-match series. After securing an unassailable 3-0 lead, Pakistan is within...
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243Business
Gilgit-Baltistan Delegation Visits Xinjiang To Boost Bilateral Trade
A parliamentary delegation from Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) recently visited Tashkurgan town in Xinjiang, a northwest autonomous territory in China, to discuss matters of...
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266Business
Pakistan And Turkiye Implement Preferential Trade Agreement After Seven Years
Pakistan and Turkiye have implemented a preferential trade agreement to boost bilateral trade volume across various sectors after seven years of signing...
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Protests Erupt in Parachinar Following Killing of 8 People
Violence erupted in the Parachinar area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kurram district on Thursday, resulting in the deaths of eight individuals, including five...
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3.8KPakistan
Supreme Court Bar Association Challenges Pakistan Bar Council’s Show-Cause Notice
The ongoing dispute between the top lawyers’ bodies in Pakistan has now reached the Supreme Court, as the Supreme Court Bar Association...
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345Automotive
RTA Dubai Allows License Swap For Non-Approved Countries In New Initiative
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has launched a new initiative called “Golden Chance,” which allows expats from non-approved countries...
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317Automotive
Pakistan’s Ministry of Energy Launched a Transport Energy Saving Plan (TESP)
Pakistan’s Ministry of Energy has launched a Transport Energy Saving Plan (TESP) aimed at reducing the country’s carbon footprint, conserving the atmosphere,...
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325Automotive
United Increases Prices of Popular Bikes as Atlas Honda and Yamaha Hikes Trigger New Wave of Price Increases
United, one of Pakistan’s leading motorcycle manufacturers, has announced a hike in the prices of its most popular bikes, following the recent...
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278Technology
World Economic Forum Report Warns of 14 million Job Losses in Next 5 Years Due to AI
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released its latest report, predicted significant job losses and gains due to the adoption of artificial...
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307Sports
Pakistan U-19 Clinch Victory Against Bangladesh In Four-day Match
Pakistan U-19 team secured a thumping 10-wicket victory against their Bangladesh counterparts on the final day of the one-off four-day match at...
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326Business
Government Raises Rs705bn Through Treasury Bills Auction Amid High Liquidity Of Banks
The Pakistani government raised Rs705 billion through the auction of market treasury bills on Wednesday, despite receiving bids of Rs1.195 trillion, mostly...
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196Medical
Wild Polio Virus Of Afghan Origin Detected In Sewage Samples From Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
The Pakistan Polio Laboratory at the National Institute of Health in Islamabad has detected the presence of the wild polio virus of...
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3.8KPakistan
Chinese Foreign Minister To Visit Pakistan For Strategic Dialogue, Says FO
China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang will embark on his first official trip to Pakistan since taking office, where he will attend the...
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3.8KPakistan
Bilawal Heads To India For SCO Meeting, Plans To Engage Bilaterally With Member Countries
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, has departed for Goa, India to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers...
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268Technology
Multi-Continental Crackdown Halts Major Dark Web Marketplace, Arrests 288 Suspects and Seizes $54.8 Million
In a joint effort known as SpecTor, law enforcement agencies from the United States, United Kingdom, Brazil, and various European countries have...
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231International
Israel Hopes Saudi Arabia Will Allow Direct Flights for Its Muslim Citizens Making Haj Pilgrimage
Israel has expressed its optimism that Saudi Arabia would permit direct flights for its Muslim citizens to make the Haj pilgrimage, which...
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259International
India Plans to Convert Cantonments Into Exclusive Military Stations
India has announced plans to abolish 62 cantonments throughout the country in order to transform them into “exclusive military stations”. According to...
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3.8KInternational
Pakistan Rises 7 Places in RSF’s Press Freedom Index
Pakistan has improved its ranking on the World Press Freedom Index, climbing seven places to 150 out of 180 countries. However, the...
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287International
Taliban Foreign Minister Granted UN Sanctions Exemption to Visit Pakistan
The United Nations Security Council committee has granted an exemption to Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to travel from Afghanistan to...
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295Automotive
Honda Atlas Extends Production Shutdown Amid Economic Crisis and Supply Chain Disruptions
Honda Atlas, the smallest of the “BIG 3” automobile assemblers in Pakistan, has been hit hard by the current economic crisis and...
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335Sports
Pakistan Slips In ICC T20I Rankings After Annual Update
India continues to dominate the ICC Men’s T20I Rankings, as they have extended their lead to 267 points in the annual rankings...
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296Education
Federal Board Announces Date Sheet For Higher Secondary School Certification Exams
The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) has released the date sheet for the annual exams of Higher Secondary School...
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3.8KPakistan
Tourists Missing in Neelum River Tragedy Unlikely To Be Found, Officials Say
Efforts to find survivors from a tragic accident in Neelum Valley of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) have ended in disappointment. Eight...
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3.8KPakistan
Cracks Discovered On Newly-built Margalla Avenue In Islamabad Prior To Official Inauguration
Cracks have appeared on a newly-built section of Margalla Avenue in Islamabad, which has yet to be officially inaugurated. The 10.4-kilometer-long road,...
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3.8KInternational
FO Concludes Evacuation Of Over 1,000 Stranded Pakistanis in Sudan
Over 1,000 Pakistani citizens have been safely evacuated from Sudan as the Foreign Office announced the successful completion of its evacuation operation....
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231International
Extreme Heatwave Affecting a Third Of The World’s Population in Asia
Asia is currently experiencing a heatwave that has broken temperature records in more than 12 countries, including China and India,which make up...
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270Technology
Former Apple Employee Sentenced to Prison and Ordered to Repay $19 Million for Fraud
Former Apple employee, Dhirendra Prasad, has been sentenced to three years in prison and ordered to pay back over $19 million in...
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253Education
Dubai Emerges as Leading Hub for International Higher Education with 8% Annual Enrollment Growth
Dubai’s international higher education institutions have witnessed an 8% annual growth in enrollment, according to the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)....
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3.8KPakistan
Pakistan to Stop Supply of Cheap Gas to Power Producers, Minister of State for Petroleum Announces
Minister of State for Petroleum, Musadik Malik, announced that the Pakistani government would stop the supply of cheap natural gas to power...
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3.8KPakistan
PM Shehbaz Approves $10-14 Billion Oil Refinery Project In Pakistan
Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr Musadik Malik, announced that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had approved a policy to establish a $10-14...
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3.8KPakistan
Pakistan Making Progress In Overcoming Economic Challenges, Says PM Shehbaz Sharif
Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has declared that the country is making progress in overcoming economic challenges caused by tough decisions made...
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229International
India and Russia Pledge to Strengthen Defence Partnership Amid Concerns Over Ukraine War Impact
In a meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Sergei Shoigu, the two nations agreed to strengthen their...
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296International
Iran and Saudi Arabia to Reopen Embassies Within Days, Says Iranian FM
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian announced in a press conference in Beirut that the embassies in Saudi Arabia and Iran would be...
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259Education
Punjab School Education Department Distributes Free Textbooks to Students During Eid Holidays
The Punjab School Education Department has taken a proactive step towards providing free textbooks for students in public schools during the Eid...
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3.8KPakistan
Possible Reduction Of Rs3.86 Per Litre In Petrol Price By Government
Effective from May 1, 2023, the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) in Pakistan is expected to drop by Rs5.41 per litre due...
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245Technology
EU Proposes Copyright Disclosure Rules For Generative AI Models
Companies deploying generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, will now have to disclose any copyrighted material used to develop their systems, according...
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238Technology
Google Meet Rolls Out 1080p Video Calls, Catching Up with Competitors Zoom and Teams
Google Meet has introduced 1080p resolution on its video calls as it strives to compete with other video conferencing platforms like Zoom...
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193International
US Senate Fails to Pass Equal Rights Amendment for Women
The US Senate fell short of the required votes needed to include equal rights for women in the Constitution, a century after...
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224Education
Inflation Sparks Dramatic Rise in Dropout Rate for Schools and Colleges
With the current economic crisis and inflation, parents are finding it increasingly difficult to afford education for their children in Pakistan. As...
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235Education
Pakistani Students Abroad Praised For Showcasing National Identity and Culture
Pakistani students studying abroad are playing a significant role in introducing their country’s culture, food, sports, and music to their peers and...
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321Sports
Pakistan Hockey Federation Requests Government NOC for Asian Champions Trophy Participation
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has confirmed the national team’s participation in the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy in India, seeking a no-objection...
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214Automotive
Toyota Indus Motor Announces Another Series Of Non-Production Days Due To Inventory Shortage
The operational challenges for the Toyota Indus Motor Company (IMC) persist, as the company recently announced another set of non-production days (NPDs)...
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3.8KInternational
149 Pakistani Nationals Safely Evacuated from Conflict-Hit Sudan
Recently, a conflict between the army and paramilitaries in Sudan has resulted in a dire situation for many individuals, including a group...
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274Technology
Google Introduces Apps Growth Lab In Pakistan To Aid Local App Developers
Google has unveiled its first-ever “Apps Growth Lab” in Pakistan aimed at supporting local app developers in scaling their businesses. The four-month...
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3.8KPakistan
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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3.8KInternational
Pakistan and China Agree To Boost Cooperation for Regional Peace and Stability
Pakistan and China agree to strengthen cooperation to promote regional peace and stability, as reported by Radio Pakistan on Thursday following a...
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3.9KPakistan
Karachi Lawyer From Ahmadiyya Community Arrested For Using ‘Syed’ In His Name
A senior lawyer from the Ahmadiyya community in Karachi, Pakistan has been arrested on charges of misusing the title “Syed” in his...
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3.8KPakistan
Pakistan Government Urges Caution As Country Braces For Rainfall
Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman has warned the provinces of Pakistan to prepare for heavy rains across the country from...
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3.8KPakistan
JUI-F Opposes Talks with PTI, Despite Efforts by Ruling Coalition
Despite efforts by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the ruling coalition to persuade the JUI-F party to engage in potential dialogue with...
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244Health
Officials Confirm Two Cases Of Monkeypox Detected in Islamabad, Originating From Saudi Arabia
Two cases of monkeypox have been reported in Islamabad, Pakistan, originating from Saudi Arabia, according to officials who confirmed the development on...
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300Sports
National Amateur Golf Championship to Tee Off Today at Lahore Gymkhana Golf Course
The 62nd National Amateur Golf Championship is set to commence on April 26th at the Lahore Gymkhana par 72 golf course, featuring...
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3.9KPakistan
Women’s Recruitment in Bajaur Police Hindered By Local Customs
The lack of proper accommodation facilities and regressive local customs are hampering women’s recruitment in the Bajaur police department, according to sources...
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3.8KPakistan
Supreme Court Directs FIA To Block Fake Twitter Account Of Justice Sardar Tariq Masood
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has taken strong action against the creation of fake social media accounts of judges, directing the Federal...
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3.9KPakistan
Truck Collides With Mini Truck Near Keenjhar Lake, Leaving 9 Dead In Thatta
Nine people lost their lives in a tragic accident on Tuesday night when a truck collided head-on with a mini truck near...
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3.8KPakistan
Swat Blasts Caused by Short Circuit at Armoury, Not Militant Attack
A preliminary investigation conducted by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) police has found that the twin blasts at a counter-terrorism facility in the...
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242Automotive
Hyundai Motor Group Aims to Be Top Three EV Manufacturer by 2030
Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) has set a goal of becoming one of the top three electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers by 2030, offering...
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681Technology
Snapchat Launches My AI Globally, Making ChatGPT AI Features Free for All Users
Snapchat’s My AI Chatbot Now Available to All Users Snapchat has announced that it is rolling out an updated version of My...
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290Education
Punjab University Announces Closure For Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays
The Punjab University has announced that it will remain closed from 20th April to 25th April in connection with the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays....
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3.9KPakistan
Shawwal Moon Not Sighted, Pakistan to Celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Saturday
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced on Thursday that the Shawwal moon had not been sighted, indicating that Eid-ul-Fitr would fall on Saturday,...
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504Entertainment
Pemra Launches Countrywide Crackdown On Airing Of Illegal Indian Channels
The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) has launched a countrywide operation against cable TV operators who are airing illegal Indian channels....
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3.9KPakistan
President Alvi Questions Legality of Caretaker Governments In Letter To PM
President Arif Alvi of Pakistan has raised concerns over the legality of caretaker governments in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that have exceeded...
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255Business
Pakistan’s Current Account Balance Achieves Surplus of $654 Million in March
Pakistan’s economy has experienced an unexpected improvement in its current account balance, with a surplus of $654 million achieved in March. This...
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3.9KPakistan
Minister Ahsan Iqbal Denies China’s BRI as ‘Debt Trap’
Pakistan’s Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, has refuted claims that China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a...
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3.9KPakistan
Inflation Reduces Eidul Fitr Holiday Spirit As Prices Soar in Pakistan
The end of Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting, marks a period of celebration and spending for many in Pakistan. However, this...
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3.9KPakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Chairs High-Level Meeting to Discuss Future Strategies
A high-level meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, was held on Wednesday to review the country’s situation and hold consultations on...
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3.9KPakistan
Chaudhry Anwarul Haq Elected As AJK Prime Minister Following ex-PM’s Disqualification
Chaudhry Anwarul Haq has been elected as the next prime minister of AJK Legislative Assembly in an unexpected move that ended a...
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228Automotive
Prime Minister Orders Immediate Seizure Of Luxuru Vehicles Imported Under Temporary Scheme
Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has directed authorities to seize all luxury vehicles that are being driven beyond their Carnet-de-Passage limit (CPD),...
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237Technology
EDOTCO Takes the Lead in Powering Pakistan’s Mobile Towers with Alternative Energy Sources
The mobile tower industry in Pakistan has seen remarkable growth in recent years, driven by a rapidly expanding population and increasing demand...
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3.9KPakistan
Pakistan Government Pushes Forward With Petrol Subsidy Scheme Despite IMF Assurances
The Pakistani government’s recent move to provide a relief package for motorcyclists and small vehicle owners has been met with criticism and...
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244Education
Teenager In Muzaffargarh Critically Injured After Setting Himself On Fire Due To Exam Stress
A 15-year-old boy in Mauza Wains, Jatoi tehsil, located approximately 80 kilometers away from the city area of Muzaffargarh, set himself on...
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4.0KPakistan
Chinese National Denies Blasphemy Charges Leveled Against Him in Pakistan
A Chinese national has been taken into custody in Mansehra, Pakistan, following accusations of blasphemy by a mob. However, the accused has...
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3.9KPakistan
Supreme Court Rejects Defense Ministry’s Request For Simultaneous Elections In Pakistan
Pakistan’s Supreme Court has declined the defense ministry’s request to hold general elections simultaneously in all provinces. The court’s decision comes after...
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4.0KPakistan
Justice Qazi Faez Isa Asserts Supreme Court’s Authority To Take Suo Motu Notice, Not Just CJP
In a recent event commemorating the golden jubilee of Pakistan’s Constitution, Justice Qazi Faez Isa of the country’s Supreme Court spoke out...
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305Health
Rawalpindi Institute of Urology and Transplantation (RIUT) Becomes Functional After an 11-Year Delay
The Rawalpindi Institute of Urology and Transplantation (RIUT) has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after 11 years of work on...
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277International
UN Allocates $5.5 Million for Emergency Nutrition and Food Security in Flood-Affected Areas
The United Nations has pledged $5.5 million to support emergency nutrition and food security initiatives in the most vulnerable communities of Balochistan...
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4.0KPakistan
Pakistan Thanks Saudi Arabia For Its Role In Yemen Peace Talks
Pakistan has greeted recent diplomatic efforts towards resolving the ongoing crisis in Yemen, commending the role played by Saudi Arabia in reinforcing...
