Search after Japan F15 jet disappears from radar

  Japan’s military said Monday it was searching for a fighter jet that disappeared from radar shortly after taking off. “The track of an F15 jet disappeared from the data of the Komatsu control tower after take-off,” a spokesman for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force told AFP. The plane disappeared about five kilometres from the Komatsu airbase in central Ishikawa region, off the […]

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PM Khan stirs world community’s conscience over Islamophobia: Murad Saeed

ISLAMABAD: On Monday, Minister for Communications and Postal Services Murad Saeed said Prime Minister Imran Khan exposed the organized propaganda campaign to link Islam with terrorism rather stirred the dead conscience of the world at various global forums. The minister released videos of Prime Minister Imran Khan’s speeches against Islamophobia on international forums on his […]

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Quddus to inaugurate reconstructed Mir Ghaus Bakhsh Bizenjo football stadium at Gwadar

ISLAMABAD: The Gwadar Development Authority (GDA) has reconstructed the Mir Ghaus Bakhsh Bizenjo football stadium located in the center of Koh-e-Batil at a cost of Rs 16.3 million to provide a better environment for the youth to flourish besides ensuring the best sports facilities. Being just next to the beach in Gwadar, the state-of-the-art newly […]

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Fire breaks out in factory

A fire broke out in a leather factory in the area of Hajipura Anwar near Khawaja Chowk in Sialkot on Monday. According to Rescue 1122, the fire engulfed chemicals and raw leather on the first, second and third floors of the factory. Four factory workers got trapped in the building. However, rescuers safely evacuated the […]

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Pakistani athlete arrives on Wednesday to compete in Beijing Winter Olympics

  BEIJING: Pakistan’s contingent will land in Beijing on Wednesday, just about a couple of days ahead of the opening ceremony for the 2022 Winter Olympics. Federal Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination, Dr. Fahmida Mirza will lead the Pakistani delegation comprising athletes and officials. This would be Pakistan’s fourth appearance in the Winter Olympics and the […]

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Turkey orders TV programs to protect country’s family values

Turkey’s president has ordered that steps be taken against media like TV programs that are deemed contrary to Turkey’s “fundamental values.” Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a circular posted Saturday on the Official Gazette, said the decision aims to eliminate the harmful effects of television programs with foreign content that have been adapted in Turkey to […]

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Rejected by New Zealand, pregnant reporter turns to Taliban for help

  WELLINGTON: A pregnant New Zealand journalist says she turned to the Taliban for help and is now stranded in Afghanistan after her home country has prevented her from returning due to a bottleneck of people in its coronavirus quarantine system. In a column published in The New Zealand Herald on Saturday, Charlotte Bellis said it was brutally ironic […]

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Hosting Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games is admirable: PM Imran Khan

BEIJING: Prime Minister Imran Khan expressed his expectation for the journey to Beijing and appreciated the efforts of the Chinese people in hosting the international sporting event. The PM will visit China and attend the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games. He is looking forward sincerely to deepening the friendship between the […]

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PM welcomes Trudeau’s condemnation of Islamophobia

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday welcomed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s unequivocal condemnation of Islamophobia, calling for an end to hatred against Muslims. On his twitter handle, the prime minister also appreciated Trudeau’s plans to appoint a special representative to cope with this contemporary scourge. He also stressed upon international efforts and cooperation to […]

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Coffee Wagera of Pakistan Practicing Inclusivity

Disrupting a tea-drinking nation with a good coffee culture backed with a strong vision to practice inclusivity and diversity. Among many stereotypes in Pakistan, one is we are a tea-drinking nation and indeed it is right to a larger extent. But I believe we didn’t come across something more amazing than our regular tea. Mush […]

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BISE Sargodha announces results of special matric special exams

SARGODHA: Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Sargodha on Saturday announced the results of Matriculation Special Examination (SSC-II) 2021, showing pass percentage of 69.61. BISE Chairperson Prof Dr. Kausar Raees announced the result in a formal ceremony held at BISE Auditorium. She uploaded the result on board website www.bisesgd.edu.pk by pressing button on her […]

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Secretary Health visits THQ hospital

  MUZAFFARGARH: Secretary Health for South Punjab Tanveer Iqbal paid a surprise visit to Tehsil Headquarters Hospital Kot Addu here Saturday. He inquired about facilities provided by the hospital to patients. He moved to hospital’s store to review procedure of medicines’ supply, inspected cleanliness, and present the register to check the punctuality of the staff. […]

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Workshop on “Future of Business & Digital Media” held at Sargodha University

SARGODHA: A one-day workshop on “Future of Business and Challenges of Digital World” was organized by Career Counseling Society and Noon Business School at Sargodha University. The workshop was attended by members of PEMRA board Faisal Sher Jan, faculty members of Noon Business School and a large number of students. Highlighting the importance of new […]

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Erdogan sacks controversial state statistics chief

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sacked the head of the state statistics agency, according to a decree published Saturday, after annual inflation figures angered both the pro-government and opposition camps. The dismissed state statistic agency chief, Sait Erdal Dincer, came under fire after releasing data this month that put the annual inflation rate at a 19-year high of 36.1 […]

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Canada has five Covid cases in Winter Olympics team

  Beijing: Canada said five members of its Winter Olympics delegation in Beijing have tested positive for Covid-19. The winter sports powerhouse has not said whether those concerned are athletes, support staff or officials. “Currently five out of the 246 members of the Team Canada delegation in Beijing are in Covid-19 protocols,” the Canadian Olympic […]

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Travelogue unveiling ceremony held at PAL

  ISLAMABAD: A travelogue by Hasnain Nazish titled “America Mere Agay” (America Before Me) was unveiled at Pakistan Academy of Letter (PAL) on Saturday. The event was organized by Sukhan Saaz Literary and Cultural Forum in collaboration with PAL. Eminent scholar Hafeez Khan presided over the launching ceremony, said a press release issued here. Chairman […]

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26 corona patients under treatment in KTH: Spokesman

  PESHAWAR: As many as 26 corona patients are under treatment in Khyber Teaching Hospital, spokesman Sajjad Ahmad said here Saturday. He said that the Khyber Teaching Hospital Peshawar allotted 122 beds for corona patients and currently 26 patients are under treatment with 28 ventilators reserved for corona patients. He disclosed that four patients of […]

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Two marriage halls sealed over violations

  MULTAN: District administration has sealed two marriage halls over violations of the marriage act during a crackdown launched here on Saturday. In line with special directives of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Amir Karim Khan, the officers of district administration launched a crackdown against marriage halls involved in violations of the marriage act. The officers inspected […]

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Security forces committed to eradicate terrorism: Farrukh

  ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib on Friday condemned the terrorist attack on the security forces in Kech Balochistan. In a news statement, he said the security forces were committed to eradicating different forms of terrorism from all parts of the country. He prayed to the Almighty to rest the […]

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Shibli condemns manhandling of peaceful protesters in Sindh

  ISLAMABAD: Minister for Science and Technology Syed Shibli Faraz on Friday strongly condemned Sindh police for use of force and brutal handling of the peaceful protesters of Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) workers in Karachi. Speaking in the Senate on a point of order, he said, “We strongly condemn police action against the peaceful […]

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Air pollution soars in federal capital after dry weather onset

  ISLAMABAD: After week-long rainfalls lashed out the metropolis, the federal capital’s air quality was recorded polluted and unhealthy once again amid dry weather onset, reveals the 24 hours ambient air quality report of Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA)’s on Friday. According to the report, since October 2021 increased ratio of environmental pollutants causing bad […]

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Govt to approach Supreme Court on Ravi Urban project: PM

SHEIKHUPURA, Jan 28 (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday said the government would invoke the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court after the High Court nullified the Ravi Urban Development Project. Speaking to the media during his visit to Rakh Jhok forest, the prime minister said this time, the case would be presented in a […]

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Shibli condemns manhandling of peaceful protesters in Sindh

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Science and Technology Syed Shibli Faraz on Friday strongly condemned Sindh police for use of force and brutal handling of the peaceful protesters of Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) workers in Karachi. Speaking in the Senate on a point of order, he said, “We strongly condemn police action against the peaceful protesters […]

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Sheth Jeebun leading from front in UK’s Health Care

    During the Pandemic United Kingdom also faced the wrath of Covid-19, Sheth Jeebun, who is Managing Director of Aster Healthcare Ltd. was born and bred in the lovely island of Mauritius. He did O/A Level from Cambridge and then got registered as Nurse Training in 1987, after completing his training, he started working […]

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Historic reforms introduced in justice system by PM: Farrukh

  ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib said on Thursday that Prime Minister Imran Khan has introduced historic reforms in judicial system to provide speedy and equitable justice. In his tweet, Minister of State Farrukh Habib said that removal of obstacles in the way of speedy justice within the criminal law […]

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Punctuality of passenger trains improves by 83 percent in 2021-22

ISLAMABAD: The punctuality ratio of Pakistan Railways passenger trains improved by 83 percent in first six months of financial year 2021-2022 due to untiring efforts of the management. “With the punctuality of trains and concrete measures taken by the government, over 20 million passengers have been added in the system, which is ample proof of […]

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Over 35pc work on Lawrancepur-Tarbela road in Hazara completed

  PESHAWAR: Over 35 percent of work on the up-gradation of Lawrancepure-Tarbella Road having an allocation of Rs1,830million, has been completed by the Federal Government in Hazara division while Swat Motorway Phase-II in Malakand division costing Rs 58 billion was ready for the groundbreaking. Pakhtunkhwa Highway Authority (PkHA) officials told APP on Thursday that construction […]

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PM’s visit to China encompass solidarity on Beijing Olympics, boost CPEC pace: FM

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Thursday said besides attending the Beijing Olympic ceremony as a solidarity gesture, the visit of Prime Minister Imran to China would encompass discussions on advancing joint ventures and pacing up progress on China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). In a statement ahead of PM Imran Khan’s visit from February […]

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IRSA releases 40017 cusecs water

  ISLAMABAD: Indus River System Authority (IRSA) Thursday released 40017 cusecs water from various rim stations with inflow of 50082 cusecs. According to the data released by IRSA, water level in the Indus River at Tarbela Dam was 1449.09 feet, which was 57.09 feet higher than its dead level 1392 feet. Water inflow and outflow […]

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New programs for special people to be launched: Farukh

  SUKKUR: PPP MPA, Syed Farukh Shah has said on Thursday that the district Government is fully aware of the needs of special people and would take all possible measures to provide them equal opportunities. While talking to a group of special people at his residence, the MPA said in near future, the government would […]

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False Banana; wonder-crop in face of food security

ISLAMABAD: The False banana “Enset” from Ethiopia could feed 100 million people and could be a climate change Wonder-crop, shared World Economic Forum. Climate change disasters have wreaked havoc by disrupting the food supplies, declining agriculture & buying capacity. This has raised a global food security alarm becoming a threat multiplier for malnourished and unprivileged […]

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Yemeni rebels lose key battleground area after missile attack on UAE

  SHABWA: Yemen’s Houthi rebels were expelled from a key battleground district by UAE-trained Giants Brigade fighters, the militia said on Tuesday, a day after the insurgents’ latest missile attack on Abu Dhabi. The Iran-backed Houthis lost Harib district south of Marib, the government’s last northern stronghold which they have been fighting to seize for […]

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Geologists complete mapping of Noshan area of Balochistan

  ISLAMABAD: The geological experts have completed mapping of Nosham area of Balochistan under a coal exploration and evaluation project, and now “the compilation of geological maps and technical report is in progress and near completion.” “Initial study of maps, toposheets, aerial photographs and satellite imageries has been completed and the data has been transferred […]

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HUJ protest over murder of crime reporter Hasnain Shah

BADIN: On Wednesday, Hyderabad Union of Journalists (HUJ) Badin unit staged a protest outside Badin Press club against the killing of a journalist Hasnain Shah in Lahore . Media persons chanted slogans for the protection of journalists and for arresting killers of slain journalist. They said that journalists perform their duty by taking life in […]

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Despite Covid-19 economic challenges, Pakistan’s economy shows upward trend

  ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib said on Wednesday that despite Covid-19, global high inflation and other economic challenges,Pakistan has sustainable growth rate of 5.37 per cent. In a tweet, the minister said exports, tax collection and agricultural produce showed upward trends. He said that the first half of the […]

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Universal health coverage biggest achievement of PTI: Faisal Javed

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek Insaf (PTI) Senator Faisal Javed Khan on Wednesday said that universal health coverage was the biggest achievement of the PTI government, even country like USA could not provide this facility to its citizens. In a statement, congratulating people of Islamabad on issuance of Health Card, he said that after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, every […]

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India has no justification to observe republic day: JKNF

ISLAMABAD: Urging Kashmiri masses to observe India’s Republic Day as “Black Day”, Jammu and Kashmir National Front (JKNF) said on Tuesday that the fascist country that has usurped the fundamental rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir has no justification whatsoever to celebrate republic day. In a statement received here, JKNF spokesman Shafiq-ur-Rehman while […]

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Five-day polio vaccination drive begins

MUZAFFARGARH: Medical Superintendent (MS) of Tehsil Headquarter Hospital, Dr Zia Anjam Tuesday inaugurated a five-day polio vaccination drive by administering anti-polio drops to children up to the age of five years. He informed that more than 11,000 children would be administered the vaccine through 27 teams were constituted here. He said 25 teams would visit […]

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Lower Chitral admin imposed smart lockdown at Siwakhat Shoghore

PESHAWAR: District administration Lower Chitral has imposed a smart lockdown at Village Siwakhat Shoghore of the district. The lockdown will remain effective from January 23 to January 7, said a notification issued by the Deputy Commissioner here on Tuesday. The notification said that in wake of the increase in the transmission and spread of Covid-19 […]

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Police arrest two drug peddlers, recover liquor

BAHAWALPUR: Police have arrested two alleged drug peddlers and recovered 35 liters liquor from their possession in Khairpur Tamewali and Hasilpur areas. A spokesman for Bahawalpur police said that acting on a tip-off, police parties of PS Hasilpur and Khairpur Tamewali conducted raids at liquor factories within their jurisdiction and arrested two alleged drug pushers.  […]

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UN chief urges Olympic Truce to build ‘culture of peace’ through sport

UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on the international community to “build a culture of peace” through the power of sport, calling for nations to observe the Olympic Truce, endorsed last week through a resolution of the UN General Assembly.   Amidst spreading conflict and rising tensions, he reminded that the appeal calls on […]

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Turkish Airlines extends suspension of flights due to heavy snowfall in Istanbul

ISTANBUL: Turkiye’s national flag carrier Turkish Airlines suspended its flights to and from Istanbul Airport till Wednesday midnight (GMT 2100) due to heavy snowfall in the city. “Authorities continue to work to make our airports and transportation routes ready for our flights,” Yahya Ustun, Turkish Airlines’ senior vice president for media relations, said on Twitter. […]

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UK newspaper to challenge secrecy over Prince Philip’s will

London: British newspaper The Guardian on Monday said it had been given permission to challenge a decision banning the media from a court case about Prince Philip’s will. A High Court judge in September 2021 ruled the will should remain sealed for 90 years, to protect the privacy of his widow, Queen Elizabeth II, and […]

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Cambodia reports zero deaths from COVID-19 for 20 days

PHNOM PENH: Cambodia had seen zero deaths from the COVID-19 for 20 days straight, the country’s health ministry said in a statement on Monday. According to the health ministry, the number of confirmed Omicron COVID-19 variant cases in Cambodia has risen to 625 after 40 new infections were detected. “Among the new cases, 15 were […]

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Dry, cold weather forecast for city

  BAHAWALPUR: The local Met Office has forecast dry and cold weather for the city for the next 24 hours. The highest maximum temperature 18 centigrade and the lowest minimum 06 centigrade were recorded during the last 24 hours. The dry and cold weather has also been forecast for the rest of the region.

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Smart lockdown imposed in Labour Colony in Mardan

PESHAWAR: The district administration on Monday imposed smart lockdown in Labour Colony Mardan for a minimum period of 10 days after the number of positive Coronavirus cases increased in the area. The notification issued by the district administration says that controlled entry to and exit from the identified area will be permitted for persons supplying […]

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PTI to win general election 2023 with its performance: Faisal Javed

  ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Faisal Javed Khan on Monday said that PTI would succeed once again with its performance, just as PTI has returned due to its performance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In a tweet, he hoped that general elections would be held in October 2023 next year and the people would once again […]

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Excise recovers 15kg hashish in two actions

  PESHAWAR: The Excise police Peshawar Region in its ongoing drive against drug peddlers on Monday recovered 15kg hashish in two separate actions. According to Excise police spokesman, the excise police Peshawar region on a tip-off stopped a suspected car bearing number plate (FSH 6969) near Gole Chowk Ring Road, and after searching recovered 12000 […]

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Taliban and Afghan civil society members begin Oslo talks: Norway

Oslo: The first Taliban delegation to visit Europe since returning to power in Afghanistan began talks Sunday with Afghan civil society members focused on human rights, Norway’s foreign ministry said. Headed by Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, the delegation was to dedicate the first day of their three-day visit to talks with women activists and […]

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More rain expected in Upper KP

PESHAWAR: Meteorological Department on Monday has forecast more rain in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the next 24 hours. With rain, snowfall is also predicted at some places of Malam Jabba and Kalam with cold and dry weather will prevail in most plains and southern districts of the province, an official said. He said, the highest […]

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Visiting Sri Lankan Trade Minister for $1bn Trade by 2024

Hanif Lakhany, VP FPCCI, has expressed his profound grief over the most unfortunate and gruesome Sialkot incident with a Sri Lankan national; and, respectfully acknowledged the Sri Lankan resolve and resilience to continue to cement the brotherly bilateral relations between the two historically significant strategic partner nations. He was speaking at the visit of a […]

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S.Korea says Iran to regain UN vote after delinquent dues paid with frozen funds

SEOUL: Iran is expected to regain its vote in the U.N. General Assembly after South Korea paid Tehran’s delinquent dues to the world body with frozen Iranian funds in the country, South Korea said on Sunday. Iran had regained its U.N. voting rights in June after a similar payment, but said this month it had lost them again because […]

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Make the Deaf Community Feel Accepted and Connected

Fostering two-way communication between Deaf and hearing community is the social stance that needs instant attention. Due to several reasons, Deaf-mute people lack social interaction. I believe the root cause is the communication barrier between Deaf-mute and normal people and it is high time to pay attention to it. The basic incentive behind writing my […]

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Minister inaugurates plantation campaign by distributing saplings

BAJAUR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Social Welfare, Zakar and Women Empowerment, Anwar Zeb Khan on Saturday inaugurated plantation campaign and distributed saplings among farmers. In this connection, KP Agriculture Bajaur organized a ceremony that was held at Civil Colony here at Khar city wherein a large number of farmers and agri officials were present. Speaking […]

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Chief Minister KPK directs for speedy rescue operation in landslide incident areas

PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mahmood Khan Saturday directed the district administration and rescue agencies to expedite the rescue operation in the landslide incident that occurred in Alpuri area of district Shangla and provide best healthcare facilities to the injured. The Chief Minister Mahmood Khan directed top officials of the district administration to supervise rescue […]

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Chief Secretary Punjab visits Murree to review arrangements

RAWALPINDI: Chief Secretary Punjab Kamran Ali Afzal on Friday night visited Murree and reviewed all the arrangements made to cope with any situation. The Chief Secretary also paid a surprise visit to control room set up in Murree and expressed satisfaction on all the arrangements made by the administration, police, and other departments concerned to […]

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Teenager arrested for raping minor girl in Karachi

  A teenage boy raped a seven-year-old girl in Musa Colony in Karachi on Saturday. According to details, finding the girl alone at home, the accused molested the 7-year-old at her home. After initial forensic of his mobile phone, the police said that the adolescent used to watch immoral material on his phone late at night. Police […]

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Lowry Tunnel closed, heavy snowfall continues

PESHAWAR: Heaving Snowfall continues on Chitral Lowry Tunnel since night and to avoid any untoward incident the tunnel closed for all traffic due to slipperiness. An official of the Chitral Police Control said that work is underway to clear the road leading to Lowry Tunnel and asked tourists to avoid unnecessary travel to Chitral Lower. […]

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Conservation experts to visit D.I.Khan soon for preserving buildings of high architectural value

  PESHAWAR: A team of conservation experts will visit Dera Ismail Khan (D.I.Khan) district soon for preservation and renovation of high architectural buildings with the objective of reviving old heritage of the city. “D.I.Khan has a large number of old buildings of high architectural values which if renovated would add colours to the city besides […]

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PCB’s training plan ready for much-awaited series against Australia

The Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) plan for the training camp for Pakistani cricketers ahead of the much-awaited Test series against Australia is ready, sources said. According to the sources, the camp is expected to start next week as part of the Test preparation plan devised by the PCB. As per sources, the squad members will […]

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11 Iraqi soldiers killed by IS militants: authorities

    BAGHDAD: Eleven soldiers were killed in an overnight attack by the Islamic State group against a base in eastern Iraq, authorities said on Friday, in the militants’ deadliest operation in the country this year. The extremist group took over large swathes of Iraq and neighbouring Syria in 2014, before Baghdad declared victory in […]

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China issues plan to promote green consumption

BEIJING: Chinese authorities on Friday unveiled a master plan on boosting green transformation of consumption in key areas, the latest move for the country to achieve its carbon peak and neutrality goals. The plan, jointly released by the National Development and Reform Commission and six other government organs, said that green consumption modes will prevail […]

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COVID-19 claims three more lives, 350 new infections in 24 hours

  RAWALPINDI: Three more people had died with fatal coronavirus during the last 24 hours, taking the total death toll to 1619 in Rawalpindi district. As per the latest data released by the District Health Authority here on Friday, around 350 more were tested positive for COVID-19 during the last 24 hours, raising the count […]

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Prime minister felicitates govt on achieving 5.37% GDP growth in three years

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan Friday congratulated his government on achieving the GDP growth of 5.3% which led to substantial jobs creation and also raised per capita income. The prime minister wrote on Twitter that the success of the government’s economic reforms was also recognized globally. He also cited a report of Bloomberg which predicted […]

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Fencing of remaining 21 km along Pak-Afghan borders to be completed soon: Senate told

  ISLAMABAD: Minister for Interior Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Friday informed the Senate that fencing along 2680 kilometers Pak-Afghan has already been completed except 21 km which would be done soon.  Speaking in the Senate, the minister said that efforts were also being made to complete fencing of 200 km remaining Pak-Iran border. Condemning the […]

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No case of dengue in Punjab

No case of the dengue virus was reported in the province during the last 24 hours. According to the Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department on Thursday, 23 cases of dengue had been reported since January 1. Some cases have been kept in surveillance and their tests are being conducted whereas two confirmed cases are under […]

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‘Lighter Bag Brighter Student’ policy kicks off at federal capital

The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE), much to the delight of students, parents and teachers alike, launched the ‘Lighter Bag Brighter Student’ policy on Thursday at the Junior Campus (I-8/2) of Islamabad Model College for Girls I-8/4. Under the initiative of ‘Books Free Bag for Primary Classes’ inaugurated here by Parliamentary Secretary for Education Wajeeha […]

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Blast near Anarkali Bazar Lahore, 3 killed 25 injured

LAHORE: Two persons along with a child were killed and 25 others were injured in a bomb blast in the busy Anarkali area of Lahore on Thursday. The injured were transferred to the city’s Mayo Hospital. Around nine injured persons were in a precarious condition, hospital sources said. The explosion damaged several motorcycles parked at […]

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Natural immunity more potent than vaccines: Study

During America’s last surge of the coronavirus driven by the Delta variant, people who were unvaccinated but survived Covid were better protected than those who were vaccinated and not previously infected, a new study said Wednesday. The finding is the latest to weigh in on a debate on the relative strengths of natural versus vaccine-acquired immunity against […]

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Newly declassified video shows U.S. killing of 10 Afghan civilians in drone strike

  NEW YORK: The Pentagon has declassified and released video footage of a US drone strike in Kabul that killed 10 civilians in the final hours of the chaotic American withdrawal that ended its 20-year war in Afghanistan. The footage, roughly 25 minutes of video, was first published by The New York Times following a […]

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Thailand to restart quarantine-free travel from February 1

 Bangkok: Thailand will resume its quarantine-free travel scheme from February 1, officials said Thursday, after the programme was suspended due to the fast-spreading Omicron Covid-19 variant.  Pandemic travel curbs have hammered the kingdom’s tourism-dominated economy, sending visitor numbers dwindling to a trickle. Fully vaccinated travellers will now be able to enter under the “test and […]

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FBR officers are TUNELESS as a result of Aima Baig’s sleight of hand

Aima Baig, a well-known Pakistani singer, has shown another talent by deceiving the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), which froze her bank accounts but later discovered they were empty. Due to the singer’s failure to pay a large amount of income tax, her bank accounts ended up being sealed by the FBR, however, the ‘cunning’ […]

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Iqra and Yasir share photos from their trip to Thailand

Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain, Pakistan’s celebrity couple, uploaded a number of photos from their recent trip to Thailand, which went popular on social media. Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain, one of showbiz’s most popular couples, have been posting sneak glimpses of their trip to Thailand on their individual Instagram accounts.   View this post […]

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GCWUF attains 4th position in ranking among world’s women universities

Government College Women University Faisalabad (GCWUF) has attained 4th position in ranking among world’s women universities, 3rd position in Asian women universities and first position among Pakistani women universities. A spokesperson of the university said here on Wednesday that the year 2021 had been phenomenal in the GCWUF history as the university had extraordinarily improved […]

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Youth kills sister for ‘honour’

SARGODHA: A youth allegedly shot his sister dead in the name of honour in the jurisdiction of the Mitha Tiwana police station. A police spokesman said on Wednesday that 18-year-old Samar Nawaz of Dhookri village suspected that his 17-year-old sister Sidra had illicit relations with a youth of the same locality. As a result, he […]

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Intentions of govt. to regularize cryptocurrency in Pakistan: Shibli Faraz

ISLAMABAD: Shibli Faraz, Pakistan’s Minister for Science and Technology, stated on Wednesday that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led federal government plans to regulate cryptocurrency in the country. In Islamabad, he was speaking at the first Pakistan Blockchain Summit 2022. Shibli Faraz said the State Bank of Pakistan, Securities and Exchange Commission and Finance Division are already […]

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FCCI, KCCI sign MoU

The Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FCCI) and the Khanewal Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the promotion of trade and industry in their respective domains. Addressing a function after inking the MoU between the two chambers, Imran Mahmood Sheikh, Senior Vice President FCCI, underlined the importance […]

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Murree snowfall: Admin issues advisory for tourists

The administration of Murree tehsil has issued a travel advisory advising the tourists to get weather updates and traffic-related information prior to travelling to Murree from a control room on 051-9269016. According to Assistant Commissioner Murree, the new travel advisory had been issued for the tourists advising them not to make unnecessary trips to Murree […]

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Babar v Shaheen: a fierce battle ready to unfold

The HBL Pakistan Super League has thrown up riveting rivalries since its outset and it has pitted the best of the world against each other, and international teammates have come face to face which has made for fantastic viewing for the fans around the world. The seventh edition of the HBL PSL, which will be […]

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Turkiye issues arrests warrants for 64 Daesh/ISIS terror suspects

ANKARA: A Turkish court issued arrest warrants for 64 people linked to the Daesh/ISIS terror group, judicial sources said on Tuesday. In a statement, the Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office in the capital Ankara said that the arrest warrants were issued as part of an Ankara-based probe across 24 provinces. Suspects were accused of providing financial […]

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Court issues Punjab chief secretary’s arrest warrants

A civil court in Lahore has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Punjab Chief Secretary for non-compliance with a court order, Daily Times reported. Two officials from the Department of Energy were also given arrest warrants by the court. Civil Judge Muhammad Tariq Rasheed heard a case involving a factory’s failure to record its new address […]

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Licences issued to 20 differently abled drivers

  MULTAN: The city traffic police issued driving licences to 20 differently abled citizens following recommendations of a medical board during 2021. Licence Branch In-charge Mirza Ghulam Ali said the driving permits could not be issued to applicants with visual and hearing loss. However, applicants facing some other physical challenges who have special identity cards […]

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NCOC discusses new NPIs to contain coronavirus spike

ISLAMABAD: The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) on Monday discussed a new set of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) to contain the spike in coronavirus cases in the country. It was decided that the new NPIs would be implemented by the provinces in next 48 hours after consultations with all the stakeholders. The NCOC meeting chaired […]

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Suspected drone attack in Abu Dhabi kills 3, including Pakistani national

  A possible drone attack may have sparked an explosion that struck three oil tankers in Abu Dhabi and another fire at an extension of Abu Dhabi International Airport on Monday that killed three people and wounded six, police said. Abu Dhabi police identified the dead as two Indian nationals and one Pakistani. It did […]

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CM Balochistan gives approval to establish environmental laboratory

Chief Minister Balochistan Abdul Quddus Bizenjo has given approval for the establishment of the province’s first-ever environmental laboratory in Lasbela to ensure protection of the environment and marine life. The research laboratory will be set up at the Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences (LUAWMS) located in Uthal, district Lasbela at a cost […]

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Int’l Symposium on “Digital Technologies for the Future World” from Jan 19

COMSTECH-the OIC Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation will hold a two-day international symposium “Digital Technologies for the Future World” starting from January 19. The symposium, to be held at COMSTECH Secretariat, will provide a platform for participants to learn from global future digital technology trends, scientific breakthroughs in the cutting-edge fields of the […]

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Tibet expects to see 550,000 air trips during Spring Festival travel rush

LHASA: The number of air passenger trips in southwest China’s Tibet Autonomous Region is expected to exceed 550,000 during the country’s 40-day Spring Festival travel rush, industry data showed. Airlines will provide a capacity of about 600,000 seats at the airport in Lhasa, the regional captial, expecting to operate 5,751 flights and handle 551,000 passengers […]

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CCPO takes notice of cop’s death

LAHORE: Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Fayyaz Ahmad Dev on Monday took notice of death of a police constable and sought a report from SP Iqbal Town. He directed to investigate the incident from various aspects. It may be mentioned here that constable Bashir Ahmad deputed at security duty in a college went to washroom […]

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World’s 10 richest men’s fortune more than doubled in pandemic

ANKARA: The world’s 10 richest men have more than doubled their collective fortunes – from $700 billion to $1.5 trillion – in the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, UK-based charity Oxfam said on Monday. Incomes of the 99% of the world population have dropped in the same period, and over 160 million people […]

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India eyes next Test captain as Kohli era ends

After Virat Kohli’s sudden resignation the spotlight turned to his likely successor as India Test captain on Sunday, with white-ball skipper Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul favourites to take over the high-pressure job. Kohli, 33, shocked the cricket-crazy nation on Saturday by stepping down following the team’s 2-1 series loss in South Africa. The superstar […]

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Number of hospitals to be increased to 1000 under ‘Sehat Sahulat program’ by March: CEO

ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Health Services Regulations and Chief Executive Officer, Coordination Sehat Sahulat Programme, Muhammad Arshad on Sunday said the number of hospitals under the ‘Sehat Sahulat program’ will be increased to 1000 by the month of March 2022. Talking to PTV, he said currently over 700 hospitals were under the ‘Sehat Sahulat program’ and […]

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Govt finalizes plan for Murree to quick response in emergency

RAWALPINDI: Rawalpindi district administration, under a contingency plan, formulated to deal with any emergency during heavy rain and snowfall in Murree and finalized arrangements to control entry of vehicles in Murree. According to Deputy Commissioner (DC) Rawalpindi Muhammad Ali, a special plan was also finalized to ensure quick and timely relief and rescue operations. He […]

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‘Modi’s India a dangerous country for religious minorities’: report

ISLAMABAD: When World Religion Day was celebrated across the globe on Sunday, India under fascist Narendra Modi has become a dangerous country for Muslims and Christians. A report released by Kashmir Media Service, today, said India has no right to celebrate World Religion Day when it is denying religious freedom to its minorities. The persecuted […]

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Pak entrepreneurs must develop own brands: Mian Kashif

ISLAMABAD: Chairman UK-Pakistan Business Council (UPBC) Mian Kashif Ashfaq Sunday urged Pakistani entrepreneurs to develop international standard “brands“ to capture open global markets by fully exploiting indigenous potentials, expertise, and resources. Talking to a delegation of exporters led by Sheheryar Khan, an honorary Investment Cousular Milan, Italy highlighted the significance of brands and said it […]

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NCOC directs for taking stringent measures to tackle Omicron cases

ISLAMABAD: The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) in its meeting here Saturday, discussed the epidemic curve chart data, disease prevalence, and proposed NPIs in wake of rising disease trends in the country, especially in the urban centers. The forum decided to extensively engage with provinces specially with Sindh government for necessary measures to tackle […]

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New Covid-19 restrictions, Sindh decides to keep schools open

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced new coronavirus restrictions for Sindh to control the fifth wave of the pandemic. The health department, on January 15, revealed that the positivity rate reached an alarming 35.5% in Karachi. On Saturday, the provincial government and health authorities met and chalked out the restrictions to control […]

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Pakistan Navy diver recovers female’s body from freezing waters of Rawal Lake

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy Diver Abdul Rehman LCD(T) in a daring night diving search and rescue operation, recovered the dead body of a lady drowned at Rawal Lake. The search operation, in the ice-cold waters of Lake, was conducted immediately on receiving a call for assistance from Islamabad Police and Capital Development Authority (CDA), said a […]

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722 new cases of coronavirus reported in Punjab

LAHORE: As many as 722 cases of coronavirus were reported in the province on Saturday while two deaths were reported due to the pandemic in the last 24 hours. According to the data shared by the spokesperson for Punjab Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department (P&SHD), the number of coronavirus cases in the province reached 451,509 […]

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Agriculture deptt seeks applications from intending farmers on wheat production competition

MULTAN: Agriculture Department sought applications from contestant farmers on bumper production of wheat for Year 2020-21. According to a release issued by Agriculture Department, Under Prime Minister Agriculture Emergency Fund, Rs 12.54 billions were being spent on promotion of wheat crop. The government was offering subsidy on inputs and agriculture tools. Agriculture Department set January […]

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Kashmiris to continue struggle for right to self-determination: Behenji

  ISLAMABAD: In Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, APHC leader, Farida Behenji has said that the ongoing siege and house searches by Indian forces to suppress the freedom movement have made the life of Kashmiris miserable. According to Kashmir Media Service, Farida Behenji in a statement issued in Srinagar said that India was using […]

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Julia Fox teases Kim Kardashian with more loved-up photos with Kanye West

US rapper Kanye West’s new girlfriend Julia Fox delighted the fans with more dazzling photos with the beau as the lovebirds spent some quality time with Madonna, Floyd Mayweather, Antonio Brown and Evan Ross during a night out in Los Angeles. Julia, 31 and the Crazy for You singer took to Instagram and shared sweet photos from […]

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Royal family member marks Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in Qatar

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, marked Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee at the British Embassy in Qatar by planting a tree there. According to the Buckingham Palace, during the Countess of Wessex’s visit to Qatar, at the British embassy, she planted a tree to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy. During […]

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Train accident kills nine in India

JALPAIGURI, WEST BENGAL: At least nine people were killed and more than 36 injured as a passenger train derailed from its track in the Indian state of West Bengal on Friday. According to India’s Asian News International (ANI) news agency, the Bikaner-Guwahati Express was on its way to Rajasthan from Assam when the accident occurred […]

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Fawad takes a dig at opposition with Saraiki couplet

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Friday tweeted a couplet from Saraiki poetry and a picture of opposition leaders and members to illustrate their “humiliating defeat” in the National Assembly the other day. The couplet was taken from the poetry of a prominent Saraiki-language poet Shakir Shuja Abadi. “You are […]

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PTI to participate in Muttahida Opposition’s protest against new LG system: Zaidi

KARACHI: PTI Sindh President and Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Syed Ali Haider Zaidi here on Friday said that his Party would fully take part in Muttahida Opposition’s protest against the Sindh’s new local government system outside the Karachi Press Club tomorrow on Saturday. He said that they were going to make a big announcement […]

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Workers’ remittances continue to remain above $ 2 b in Dec. 2021

KARACHI: With an inflow of $2.5 billion during December 2021, the workers’ remittances continued their strong impetus of remaining above $2 billion since June 2020. In terms of growth, remittances increased by 2.5 percent month-on-month and 3.4 percent year-on-year in December 2021, said statement issue by State Bank of Pakistan here Friday. Cumulatively, at $15.8 […]

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English cricket must root out ‘deep-seated’ racism or pay the price, say UK MPs

LONDON: English cricket must root out “deep-seated” racism or face losing public money, British lawmakers said in a report published on Friday. Former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq, 30, delivered harrowing testimony to MPs in November in which he said his career had been ended by the abuse he received at the county club. The Pakistan-born […]

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Govt forms special medical board to examine Nawaz Sharif’s medical reports

LAHORE: The Punjab government on Friday formed a special medical board to examine the medical reports of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif. Punjab government spokesperson Hasaan Khawar tweeted, “the Punjab government has constituted a nine-member special medical board comprising senior professors to examine the medical reports of Nawaz Sharif and give its opinion regarding his fitness […]

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Court allows FIA plea about jurisdiction in Shehbaz money laundering case

LAHORE: A banking offences court on Friday allowed an application, filed by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) against the court’s jurisdiction to hear the money laundering and sugar scam case against the opposition leader in National Assembly Shehbaz Sharif and his son, Hamza Shehbaz. The court held that the matter did not fall in its […]

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Tractors production increase 15.21%, sales up by 20.93% in 6 months

ISLAMABAD: Domestic tractor assembling witnessed about 15.21% growth during first half of current financial year as compared to production of  the corresponding period of last year. During the period from July-December, 2021-22, local tractor assembling was recorded at 26,945 units as against the production of 23,387 tractors, showing growth of 15.21%, according the data of […]

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Qatari driver Nasser al-Attiyah wins fourth Dakar Rally title

Jeddah: Qatari driver Nasser al-Attiyah won the gruelling Dakar Rally for a fourth time after the race through the Saudi Arabian desert came to a climax on Friday. The 51-year-old — champion in 2011, 2015, 2019 — took the overall honours ahead of France’s nine-time world rally champion Sebastien Loeb. Earlier on Friday British motorbike […]

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Karman Bangash takes notice of torture case

  PESHAWAR: Minister for Higher Education Kamran Khan Bangash on Friday took notice of incident regarding torture of chairman of University of Peshawar journalism department and sought a report from the administration of the university. In a statement issued here, the provincial minister said that teachers were like our spiritual father and guaranteed the bright […]

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Govt taking steps to redress Overseas Pakistanis complaints timely

ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OP&HRD) has taken various steps to address the complaints of Overseas Pakistanis timely aiming at to facilitate them as soon as possible. An official source told here on Friday, he said that Overseas Pakistanis are a valuable asset of the country as they are making great […]

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Masarat Aalam denounces killing spree by Indian troops in IIOJK

  ISLAMABAD: All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Chairman, Masarat Aalam Butt who was illegally detained Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) has denounced the unabated killing spree perpetrated by Indian troops in the territory. Masarat Aalam Butt, in a message from New Delhi’s notorious Tihar jail, said the ruthless killing of innocent people, demanding […]

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PM chairs CCI meeting; conduct of 7th Population & Housing Census approved

The Council of Common Interests (CCI) during its 49th meeting held on Thursday with Prime Minister Imran Khan in chair approved the conduct of the 7th Population and Housing Census as well as the establishment of “Census Monitoring Committee”. The committee will be chaired by Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, all Provincial Chief Secretaries, Chairman National […]

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NCOC for strict implementation of NPIs to tackle Omicron

National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) on Thursday morning discussed the epidemic curve chart data, national vaccine strategy, and disease prevalence across the country. Chaired by National Coordinator Maj General Muhammad Zafar Iqbal, the meeting was also attended by the Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Health Dr Faisal Sultan. The Forum was briefed about […]

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China-built urban railway in Vietnam officially inaugurated

Vietnamese authorities and the Chinese Embassy in Vietnam on Thursday held a ceremony to officially inaugurate the China-constructed Cat Linh-Ha Dong metro line project, the first one of the types completed in the Southeast Asian country. Over the past two months of commercial operation, the metro line transported some 15,000 passengers per day and has […]

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Mini budget to be passed by NA today: Babar Awan

ISLAMABAD: The Finance Supplementary Bill 2021 (mini-budget) will be enacted in the National Assembly today, according to Advisor to the Prime Minister on Parliamentary Affairs Dr Babar Awan (Thursday). He told a press conference alongside Finance Ministry Spokesperson Muzzammil Aslam that the current National Assembly session will tackle a 64-point legislative agenda. About local government […]

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In the age of water insecurity

Water insecurity is already imposing significant social, environmental, and economic development challenges for Pakistan. In recent years, climate-induced disasters (floods and droughts) have highlighted the urgency to introduce climate-resilient solutions for improved water governance at all levels. In 1980, Pakistan had a relatively abundant supply of water. In 2000, Pakistan had become water-stressed and by […]

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PBM provided Financial Assistance to around 100 earthquake victim families in GB

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal (PBM) extended its support to the earthquake victims of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and provided Financial Assistance to around 100 earthquake victim families.  Governor GB Raja Jalal Hussain Maqpoon and Managing Director PBM, Malik Zaheer Abbas Khokhar visited district Roundu and other earthquake affected areas of Gilgit-Baltistan and presented financial assistance cheques to them.  […]

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Mother & Child Care hospital to be completed by 2023

MULTAN: Mother and Child Care Hospital consisting of 200-bed worth Rs 3 billion would be completed by April 2023 here. The piling work of the building was started, Commissioner Dr Irshad Ahmed was briefed over this, during a meeting arranged on Thursday. He was further informed that extension of OPD of Cardiology Hospital would be […]

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Unvaccinated father in Quebec temporarily loses visitation rights

Montreal: A Canadian father, unvaccinated against Covid and “opposed to health measures,” lost the right to visit his 12-year-old after a Quebec judge ruled his visits would not be in the child’s “best interest.” The decision, initially reported by Quebec newspaper Le Devoir and consulted by AFP, was rendered December 23 and suspends the father’s […]

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PAC examines MoST attached departments’ audit report for year 2019-20

Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on Thursday examined the audit report of the attached departments of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) for the year 2019-20. The meeting was held at Parliament House with Member National Assembly Rana Tanveer Hussain, in the chair. Members of the committee Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed, Member National Assembly (MNA) […]

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US cancer death rate dropped by a third since 1991

Washington: The risk of dying from cancer in the United States has fallen by nearly a third in three decades, thanks to earlier diagnoses, better treatments and fewer smokers, an analysis said Wednesday. The cancer death rate for men and women fell 32 percent from its peak in 1991 to 2019, the American Cancer Society […]

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‘Be My Baby’ singer Ronnie Spector dies at 78

New York: Ronnie Spector — the cat-eyed rock ‘n’ roll singer who fronted the 1960s group the Ronettes, whose era-defining hits included the classic “Be My Baby” — died Wednesday. She was 78 years old. “Our beloved earth angel, Ronnie, peacefully left this world today after a brief battle with cancer,” read a family statement. […]

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Chinese cities battle COVID-19 as Winter Olympics loom

BEIJING: China is battling coronavirus outbreaks in several cities, testing the country’s strict “zero-Covid” strategy just weeks before Beijing hosts the Winter Olympics. Here’s a rundown of the measures in place in key areas of the world’s most populous nation. Fears are growing about China’s largest domestic Omicron cluster to date in the northern port […]

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RCB asked to remove encroachments

  The residents of several cantonment areas have urged the Rawalpindi Cantonment Board (RCB) to remove encroachments, which are creating problems for citizens during day-to-day life. They said that the authorities concerned seemed disinterested in taking action against violators. Illegal commercial activities in several residential areas of RCB, including Gawalmandi, Chor, Masrial Road, Tench Bhatta, […]

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European Parliament president Sassoli dies at age 65

    BRUSSELS: David Sassoli, an Italian journalist who worked his way up in politics while defending the downtrodden and repressed to become president of the European Unions parliament, died at a hospital in Italy early on Tuesday. He was 65. European Council President Charles Michel called Sassoli a sincere and passionate European. We already […]

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NETP to emerge as important player: Shibli

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Science and Technology Syed Shibli Faraz on Tuesday said the National Electronics Technology Park (NETP) would emerge as an important player in the economic growth of the country. “My ministry is shifting its focus towards applied research from theoretical through strengthening its departments, especially the NIE,” the minister said while addressing […]

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President upholds a decision, advises NBP to pay Rs500,000 to bank fraud victim

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi while upholding a decision of the Banking Mohtasib advised the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) to pay PKR 500,000 to a citizen who had been the victim of bank fraud at the hands of a former branch manager. The president ordered that the bank must return the lost money to […]

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Chairman NAB appreciates excellent performance of NAB Lahore

ISLAMABAD: Honorable Justice Javed Iqbal, Chairman NAB chaired a meeting to review the performance of NAB-Lahore especially the convictions made under Section 10 and Section 25 (b) of National Accountability Ordinance (NAO) 1999 from Oct 10, 2017, to Dec 31, 2021, at NAB Headquarters. Zahir Shah, Deputy Chairman NAB, Syed Asghar Haider, Prosecutor General Accountability […]

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Number of hospitals to be increased 1000 under ‘Sehat Sahulat program’ by March: CEO

ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Health Services Regulations and Coordination Sehat Sahulat Programme Chief Executive Officer Muhammad Arshad on Tuesday said that the number of hospitals under the ‘Sehat Sahulat program’ will be increased to 1000 by the month of March 2022. In an exclusive interview, he said that currently over 700 hospitals were under the ‘Sehat […]

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No lockdown or closure of schools: Fawad Chaudhary

ISLAMABAD: Fawad Chaudhry, Pakistan’s Minister of Information and Broadcasting, stated on Tuesday that the country would not go into another lockdown and denied claims that schools would be closed due to an increase in coronavirus cases. At a post-cabinet press conference, the information minister claimed the federal cabinet had been notified that the COVID-19 positive […]

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Afridi calls opener Ahmed Shehzad a ‘Good Choice’ for Pakistan

Star all-rounder Shahid Khan Afridi has opened up on the future of top-order batter, Ahmed Shehzad. While speaking on Samaa TV, Afridi said he was hopeful that the right-handed batter can still make a comeback in the national team. “Ahmed Shehzad has played a lot of cricket and I say this that if Pakistan team […]

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A new suspect in the Harmain murder case has been arrested in Karachi

KARACHI: In a raid conducted out by Malir police, a third suspect in the death of a juvenile girl Harmain during a robbery attempt near the Manzil Pump area in Karachi was apprehended. According to reports, a district Malir investigation team apprehended the suspect, Ali Akber, on the National Highway near Shah Latif Town in […]

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FBR sets new price for CNG

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued the notification re-notifying the CNG retail prices as per the new percentage to collect the sales tax. FBR set Rs134.57 per kg price for the Region-1 including KP, Baluchistan, and Potohar. While FBR set Rs128.11 per kg price for the region-2 that comprises Sindh and Punjab except Potohar areas. The notification […]

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PPP, ANP to stage joint anti-govt protest

The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) and the Awami National Party (ANP), two opposition parties, will jointly demonstrate outside Parliament House later today (Tuesday) against government policies, Daily Times reported. According to sources, the PPP has invited the ANP to participate in the demonstration. They also revealed that both parties would hold talks with each other […]

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KP receives 22 cases of Omicron variant: Health dept

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been received 22 cases of the Omicron variant, most of which are from Peshawar. According to the health department, the KP government had made all arrangements to curb the spread of corona cases and social distance was effectively maintained. People have also been advised to strictly follow the SOPs issued by […]

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Netflix announces a two-season renewal of ‘Emily in Paris’

After a successful first season, Netflix’s original comedy series “Emily in Paris” was renewed for a second season. Netflix has chosen Darren Star’s brainchild for a two-season renewal. This news was announced earlier this week, following the successful second season of the Lily Collins starring series, which premiered on December 22 of last year.   […]

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Ramiz Raja suggests four-nation series including India

Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Ramiz Raja has suggested a quadrilateral T20 series between Pakistan, India, England, and Australia to the International Cricket Council (ICC), Daily Times reported. Ramiz Raja, speaking on the subject, stated that the Australian cricket team has no security concerns when playing in Pakistan. In March, the Australians will go on a […]

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Chinese foreign minister in Sri Lanka to discuss Belt and Road Initiative

  Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was in Sri Lanka on Sunday seeking to advance China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative, as the island nation looked to Beijing for help as it tries to rescue itself from a foreign currency and debt crisis. Wang arrived in Sri Lanka on Saturday from the Maldives on the […]

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Punjab govt decides to provide financial aid to families of Murree tragedy victims

  LAHORE: The Punjab government on Sunday has decided to provide financial assistance to the families of those killed in the Murree tragedy. An important meeting was held in Murree under the chairmanship of Punjab Chief Minister Usman Bazdar in which Provincial Law Minister Raja Basharat, Punjab Government Spokesman Hassan Khawar, Chief Secretary Punjab, Senior […]

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Latham eyes double ton as New Zealand dominate Bangladesh

Tom Latham was closing in on a double century as New Zealand reached 349 for one at stumps to defy Hagley Oval’s grim reputation for batters on the first day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Christchurch on Sunday. The New Zealand captain was unbeaten on 186 with Devon Conway on 99 as the Black Caps scored at will on a ground reputed […]

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Kate Middleton turns to her wedding dress designer Sarah Burton for 40th birthday photo shoot

Macclesfield-born designer Sarah Burton, 48, remains the Duchess of Cambridge's first choice for couture for big engagements - and her 40th birthday is no exception.

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Indians arrested for Covid rule-breaking puppy party

Every dog must have its day, but one young pup in India landed her human companions in hot water after police raided a Covid rule-breaking party staged for the coddled canine. The lavish second birthday celebration cost 700,000 rupees (nearly $10,000), according to police, with an elaborate birthday cake and giant photo cutouts of Abby, […]

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Mobile operators start offering free calling in Murree, Galliat: PTA

ISLAMABAD: On the directions of Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the cellular mobile operators have extended free calling facility on their own network to users with zero balance, stranded in Murree and Galliat areas. “In view of an emergency situation in Murree and Galliat areas, the mobile phone users, currently present in these areas with no […]

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Blast reported in Karachi’s Sher Shah area

The explosion went off in in the Sher Shah area of the city, near Paracha Chowk, police said. The blast occurred in a sewerage drain. Rescue and law enforcement agencies have cordoned off the area. The blast occurred when a large number of people visit the area, as many vendors on carts line up to […]

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Nathiagali to Abbottabad road opened for traffic

ISLAMABAD: Regional Police Officer (RPO) Hazara Division, Mirvais Niaz on Sunday said Nathiagali to Abbotabad road was opened for traffic. District Police Officer (DPO) and Deputy Commissioner Abbotabad were present on site to bring stranded tourists back to Abbotabad in shape of convoy, he tweet. He said the road of Dunga Gali to Changla was […]

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The Ashes: England avoid whitewash after surviving in fourth Test with Australia

SYDNEY: England hung on for a gripping draw with just one wicket left to deny Australia a 4-0 series lead in the fourth Ashes Test in Sydney on Sunday. Number 11 batsman James Anderson safely played out a tense final over from leg-spinner Steve Smith as England ended on 270 for nine in a heart-pumping […]

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Govt to move LHC against Shehbaz next week: Fawad

LAHORE: Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry said on Saturday the federal government would file a case in the Lahore High Court (LHC) next week against Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President and Leader of Opposition in National Assembly Shahbaz Sharif for submitting a false affidavit. Addressing a press conference along with Education Minister Shafqat Mehmood and Special […]

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Pakistan reports over 1,500 daily COVID-19 cases as country continues battle against Omicron

  ISLAMABAD: Pakistan reported over 1,500 daily COVID-19 cases for the first time since October 3 as the country continues to battle against the fifth wave of the pandemic, data from the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) showed on Sunday. According to the latest statistics of the NCOC, 1,572 people tested positive for the coronavirus […]

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Talking through the emergence of ConnectHear for the deaf people

Not everyone who appears to be a personification of perfection really is so. In fact, every being on this planet has an ability that sets him apart from the others. And even the ones who look unfit apparently are blessed with talents that the completely abled ones might be lacking in. Hence, it’s safe to […]

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PDMA Punjab issues flood warning in River Chenab

Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority has issued a flood warning in River Chenab. According to a press release, River Chenab is likely to attain low to medium flood situation at Marala, Khanki, and Qadirabad Headworks. The river’s water is likely to get as high as 110,000 to 170,000 cusec at all the stated points. Meanwhile, Punjab […]

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All trapped tourists in Murree rescued: NDMA Chairman

ISLAMABAD: National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Chairman, Lt. General Akhtar has said all trapped tourists have been shifted to safer places from the calamity-hit area Murree. The chairman said that all tourists have been moved to safe locations and 371 people have been shifted to Army camps. He further said Pakistan Army worked together with […]

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FM leaves for Romania, Spain on official visit

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi Sunday left for Romania and Spain on his official visit from January 9-12. During the first leg of the visit, Foreign Minister Qureshi will visit Bucharest at the invitation of Foreign Minister Bogdan Aurescu from 9-10 January. He will hold meetings with the Romanian foreign minister and other […]

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Met department predicts more snow for Murree

The Metrological Office on Saturday issued more snow warning for Murree. Met Office Director Muhammad Irfan predicted more snowfall till tomorrow morning for Murree. According to the Met Office, 17 inch snow has already fallen during last 24 hours. There are also chances of rain today and tomorrow in Murree, the weather report predicted. The report says in the upper KPK, Kashmir, and […]

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Former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr’s life detailed in new comic book

The life of former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr is being chronicled in a new comic book as part of TidalWave Comics’ Orbit series that celebrates public figures “who impact the world.” The 22-page book will detail how Starr, 81, “overcame life-threatening illnesses during childhood to how he became one of the world’s best drummers of all […]

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Global media watchdog asks India to release Kashmiri journalist

The New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists asked authorities to immediately release a journalist in Indian-occupied Kashmir (IoK), days after police arrested him for uploading a video clip of a protest against Indian rule. The media watchdog on Saturday said it was “deeply disturbed” by the arrest of Sajad Gul, an independent journalist and media […]

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Pakistan launches national socioeconomic registry

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has launched its national socioeconomic registry to identify the weaker segments of society and streamline welfare activities. Ehsaas, the flagship welfare programme of the government, successfully accomplished a countrywide National Socioeconomic Registry Survey which includes households’ information in terms of geographic data, demographics, socioeconomic status, education, health, disability, employment, energy consumption, assets, communications, […]

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Pakistan takes concrete steps to ensure foolproof security of CPEC projects: Prof Cheng

BEIJING: In recent years, the construction of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has made rapid progress, which is closely related to the Pakistani government’s high attention to the security of CPEC projects. Despite some sporadic incidents, the security situation in Pakistan has been constantly improving, and the number of terrorist attacks has decreased significantly year […]

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IRA victims' anger at knighthood for 'Sir Tony' Blair

Families torn apart by IRA attacks hit out at former prime minister Sir Tony Blair for 'providing effective amnesty to murderers and bombers' as part of the 1998 Northern Ireland peace deal.

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Govt ensures uninterrupted gas supply to fertilizer industry to promote agriculture production: Khusro

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Industries and Production Khusro Bakhtyar Friday said the government had provided Rs 400 billion subsidy for the development of the agriculture sector and ensured uninterrupted gas supply to the fertilizer industry to help promote agriculture production in the country. Addressing a press conference along with the owners of fertilizer industries, the […]

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IAN BIRRELL examines the downfall of former Kazakhstan leader Nursultan Nazarbayev

IAN BIRRELL: Dictatorship was once famously compared to riding a tiger, because there is such a high risk of being devoured when dismounting from the saddle of power.

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Tarin advises tax-avoiders to pay taxes before govt reaches them

The Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Shaukat Tarin on Friday advised the unregistered potential taxpayers to initiate paying taxes before the government reaches them within a couple of months with documentary evidence of their assets. “I assure the nation that change is taking place, we are making use of technology and will reach all […]

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EU court throws out case against Christian bakers who refused to make 'support gay marriage' cake

EXCLUSIVE: Simon Calvert, Deputy Director at The Christian Institute and friend of the bakers, told the MailOnline: 'They're relieved at the result. They knew they hadn't done anything wrong.'

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Sindh govt makes coronavirus vaccination compulsory for students

KARACHI:  Sindh government is taking measures to ensure maximum students are vaccinated against the viral disease in the province amid the fifth wave of the coronavirus intensifying in the country. The director-general of the education department’s Directorate of Inspection and Registration of Private Institutions today made Covid-19 vaccination mandatory for students aged 12 years and […]

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Covid deaths rose for first time in five weeks before Xmas amid Omicron outbreak

Office for National Statistics data revealed the number of people dying with the virus climbed 13 per cent in the seven days up to Christmas Eve, from 755 to 852.

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Will Afghan Taliban take any real steps to stop TTP terrorists for Pakistan? Analysts weigh in

Each year on Jan 17, Shahana bakes a cake and invites friends to her home in Peshawar. They sing happy birthday for her son, even light a candle. But it’s a birthday without the birthday boy. Her son, Asfand Khan, was 15 in December 2014 when gunmen rampaged through his military-run Army Public School in […]

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Russia sends paratroopers to Kazakhstan to quell deadly unrest

Russia has sent paratroopers into Kazakhstan as part of an international peacekeeping force to quell deadly unrest in the central Asian country, a military alliance of former Soviet states said on Thursday. Earlier, Kazakh police said forces had “eliminated” tens of rioters in the largest city of Almaty as the unrest sparked by rising fuel […]

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PM Imran Khan says next three months will be essential for his govt

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan stated on Thursday that the next three months are critical for his government and that they must deal with an increase in inflation during that time. He claims that the existing government’s largest failing is the former administration’s lack of responsibility, claiming that despite all proof, they were able to […]

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High-level delegation to visit Afghanistan for further engagement on assistance

ISLAMABAD: Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser on Thursday chaired the meeting of Afghanistan Inter Ministerial Coordination Cell (AICC) and was informed that a delegation of high-ranking officials would soon visit Afghanistan for further engagement with Afghan government on all assistance-related prospects. National Security Adviser and Convener of AICC Dr Moeed Yusuf welcomed the Speaker and […]

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Record growth of housing and finance construction in 2021

KARACHI: Housing and construction finance recorded “exceptional” growth of 85 percent in 2021, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The central bank said that bank financing for dwellings and construction climbed by Rs163 billion to Rs355 billion from Rs192 billion, and that loan disbursement under the Government Markup Subsidy plan, popularly known as […]

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Govt taking steps to tap huge potential of tourism in AJK, Northern Areas, GB: PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday said the government was taking numerous steps to tap the huge potential of tourism in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Northern Areas and Gilgit Baltistan. The provision of jobs to the local people through eco-tourism and the protection natural beauty of these areas were among the government’s foremost […]

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Saudi Arabia reduces coronavirus-related medical isolation to seven days

RIYADH: The Ministry of Health Saudi Arabia said that the quarantine period for coronavirus-infected patients has been reduced to seven days if they are fully vaccinated. According to the ministry, the medical isolation period for coronavirus-infected patients who are not vaccinated would be ten days. Moreover, the ministry briefed that following this recovery period, the […]

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Nation wants PM’s resignation, says Mariam Aurangzeb

Prime Minister Imran Khan boasted about the Communication Ministry’s and the National Highway Authority’s good performance, praising both for completing a four-lane highway for 138 percent less cost than road projects completed during the PML-N regime while accumulating 125 percent more revenue despite inflation, Daily Times reported. In response to the prime minister’s arrogant assertion, […]

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Inside Joss Stone's VERY middle-class kitchen:

Joss Stone, now 34, who stunned viewers after appearing on Lorraine yesterday with a brand new look has shared a look into her VERY middle class kitchen.

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Young professor killed in front of his mother

On Thursday, dacoits shot and killed a young professor in front of his mother in Faisalabad for rejecting their effort to rob a shop, Daily Times reported. Professor Asif Bukhari stood up to the looters who were stealing goods from a business in the Amin Park area. At the time of the dacoity occurred, the […]

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PBM to establish 13 more Panagahs in 2022

ISLAMABAD: Following the vision of Prime Minister Imran Khan for a welfare state on the model of Riyast e Madina, Pakistan Bait ul Maal (PBM) is all set to establish 13 new Panagahs (Shelter homes) across the country in 2022. Aiming to serve the marginalized strata of the society PBM had established 10 Panagahs in […]

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In Saudi Arabia, PIA hires 11 companies for quarantine services

KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has planned to contract 11 businesses for quarantine facilities in order to provide better services to passengers going to Saudi Arabia. According to insiders familiar with the situation, the decision was made to provide greater amenities to visitors upon their arrival in Saudi Arabia. In this regard, the PIA has […]

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EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Meghan Markle is a starlet, not a star, says A Woman Of Substance writer

RICHARD EDEN: A Woman Of Substance author Barbara Taylor Bradford, who was handed an OBE by the Queen, claims the Duchess of Sussex tried - and failed - to outshine Her Majesty.

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Former Miss Universe is claims to be a fan of Danyal Zafar

Pakistan’s sweetheart Sushmita Sen, a Bollywood Diva, appears to be a fan of Danyal Zafar from across the border. Sushmita Sen, a former Miss Universe and Bollywood actor, has been listening to Danyal Zafar’s popular hit ‘Udd Chaliye’ on repeat, according to the celebrity. The pageant winner used the photo and video sharing site Instagram […]

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Sufi festival to be held on Friday to celebrate rich culture of Sufism

ISLAMABAD: A Sufi festival would be held here at F-9 Park on Friday, with the aim of celebrating rich culture and wonderful teaching of Sufism with talks, featuring practices and Sufi performances. According to organizer Murtaza Khan this is an opportunity to experience Sohbat Zikr and Sama for the Sufi aspirants novices or simply those […]

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Maryam Safdar continuously attacking freedom of press: Gill

ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Political Communication Dr Shahbaz Gill while strongly condemning derogatory language of PML-N leadership against senior journalists on Wednesday said that Maryam Safdar has been continuously attacking freedom of the press. Addressing a press conference here, he said they (PML-N leadership) not only used extremely derogatory language for […]

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Urea sale increases 11% in 2021: CEO Engro Fertilizer

A pro-farmer initiative by the PTI government to ensure a smooth supply of Urea fertilizer across the country has resulted in an increase of the urea fertilizer sale by 11 percent in 2021 as compared to the last year, said Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Engro Fertilizer, Nadir Salar Qureshi. According to the official sources, during […]

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As part of ‘Sony Mobility’ project, Sony will show off SUV and explore building electric cars

The Sony Group aims to establish a firm this spring to investigate entering the electric vehicle market, leveraging its strengths in entertainment and sensors to play a larger role in next-generation mobility. Sony chairman and president Kenichiro Yoshida said at a press conference ahead of the CES technology trade show in Las Vegas that the […]

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Undeclared bank accounts of PTI revealed: report

The main points of the scrutiny committee report on the PTI financial accounts have been disclosed. As per the analysis of the scrutiny team, the PTI revealed 12 bank accounts in foreign funding case while it concealed 53 bank accounts.  The report says the State Bank revealed that the PTI has got 65 bank accounts.  […]

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Charley Webb confirms she has left Emmerdale after 19 years

The former Coronation Street star, 33, addressed speculation she had quit the soap for good after her husband Matthew Wolfenden, 41, was reportedly embroiled in a race row.

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Leather goods export increases 11% in 5 months

ISLAMABAD: The leather goods exports witnessed an increase of 11.03 percent during the first five months of current financial year (2021-22) as compared to the exports of corresponding period of last year. Pakistan exported leather goods worth US $266.595 million during July-November (2021-22) against the exports of $240.100 million during July-November (2020-21), showing growth of […]

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'Starving' residents of quarantined Chinese city desperately barter electronics for food

Xian's residents have been confined to their homes since December 23 and are banned from leaving even for food and essential supplies, having to rely on local officials to drop off care packages.

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Prince Charles praises Harry for his climate change campaigning in olive branch to his youngest son

Prince Charles, 73, offered an olive branch to Prince Harry, 37, (pictured together) last night, praising his son's 'passionate' work to highlight climate change.

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14 killed in Chinese construction site landslide

A landslide at a construction site in southwest China’s Guizhou province has killed at least 14 people, state media reported Tuesday. Workers were reinforcing a hillside when the landslide occurred at around 7 p.m. on Monday, according to the municipal government of Bijie Rescuers have found 14 bodies, as well as three injured people, with […]

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World powers US, UK, China, Russia and France pledge to prevent the spread of atomic weapons

The commitment came in a rare joint statement from the permanent UN Security Council members China, France, Russia, the UK on Monday ahead of a review of a key nuclear treaty later this year.

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Tricky 20-question English quiz will put your grammar and spelling skills to the test

Sharing the challenge on US-based trivia platform Quizly, the creator of the quiz claims only an expert can score at least 15/20 correctly. So, do you have what it takes?

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Carrying naswar while travelling to Gulf countries can land you in jail

  The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) on Monday said that Gulf countries listed naswar – an addictive substance mostly consumed in Pakistan and Afghanistan – as a drug and a passenger travelling with it could get into trouble. The force said that the passenger can be penalised as per the law of the destined country if he […]

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New Covid-19 cases in India rise sharply for fifth consecutive day

    NEW DELHI:India reported more than 27,000 new Covid-19 cases on Sunday, with infections sharply rising for a fifth consecutive day, but the chief minister of the capital New Delhi said there was no need to panic, citing low hospitalisation rates. The country’s largest cities, including Delhi and the financial capital Mumbai, have seen […]

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‘Miscreants’ seeking to exploit Pak-Afghan border issue: FM Qureshi

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said Monday some “miscreants” were looking to exploit the situation on the Pak-Afghan border.  The foreign minister, addressing a press conference in the Federal Capital, said Pakistan would resolve the border fencing issue with Afghanistan diplomatically. “The border fencing works are underway.” Highlighting the country’s diplomatic efforts in the […]

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Citizens warned against using compressors

  RAWALPINDI: The Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd (SNGPL) has advised the citizens to use its helpline 1199 to report the use of gas compressors to ensure the equitable distribution of gas to consumers. “The SNGPL has taken strict action against the use of compressors which disrupt overall gas supply. Every year during winters, the […]

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Yemen rebels seize UAE-flagged vessel in Red Sea

Yemeni rebels have seized an UAE-flagged vessel in the Red Sea, the insurgents and a Saudi-led coalition said on Monday, giving contrasting explanations for the latest escalation in a seven-year war. The coalition, fighting in support of Yemen’s internationally-recognised government, said the vessel was carrying medical supplies but the rebels said they seized “a military […]

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Preparations in full swing to welcome tourists to first Eco-tourism village

ISLAMABAD: Preparations are in full swing to welcome tourists in March to a new destination station Eco-tourism village, located in the daunting mountains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kaghan valley and a few kilometers off the Monroe Trail. The village, the government’s first initiative in the tourism industry to implement the zero-waste roadmap, is a two-hour scenic […]

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Australia to push ahead with reopening despite Omicron

Australia’s government said the milder impact of the Omicron strain of COVID-19 meant the country could push ahead with plans to reopen the economy even as new infections hit a record of more than 37,000 and the number of people hospitalized rose. Record daily case numbers were reported on Monday in the states of Victoria, […]

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‘Spider-Man’ stays strong, again topping N.America box office

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” again dominated in North American theaters with an estimated $52.7 million weekend take, while topping the $600 million mark domestically in its third week out, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations said Sunday. The strong results for Sony’s superhero sequel — last weekend it surpassed the $1 billion mark globally — have breathed […]

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Pakistan’s ex-captain Hafeez retires from international cricket

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez announced his retirement from international cricket Monday, ending an 18-year career that included a 12-month ban from bowling because of a suspect action. The 41-year-old last played for his country at the Twenty20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates in October-November last year when Pakistan lost in the semi-final […]

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AEMEND urges IHC to reconsider contempt charges against journalists

The Association of Electronic Media Editors and News Directors (AEMEND) expresses its concern over the recent Order by the Islamabad High Court which charged three media persons, namely, Editor in Chief of the Jang Group Mir Shakil-ur-Rehman, Editor Investigation Ansar Abbasi and Resident Editor Aamir Ghouri, in a contempt of the court case. The AEMEND […]

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Afghan agents pour 3,000 litres of liquor into Kabul canal

A team of Afghan intelligence agents poured around 3,000 litres of liquor into a canal in Kabul, the country’s spy agency said on Sunday, as the new Taliban authorities crack down on the sale of alcohol. Video footage released by the General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) showed its agents pouring alcohol stored in barrels into […]

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PM directs AGP to ensure Nawaz’s return: Fawad Chaudhry

  ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry said on Sunday said that Prime Minister Imran Khan has directed the attorney-general of Pakistan (AGP) to ensure PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif is brought back to the country. The minister also criticised the Sindh government and said that it seems the “PPP is taking revenge from […]

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Israeli jets pound Gaza after rocket fire

    Israel’s military said early on Sunday it launched strikes against “militant targets” in the Gaza Strip, a day after rockets were fired from the Hamas-ruled territory. Video filmed in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, showed three huge explosions and fighter jets could be heard flying overhead. There was no immediate confirmation on possible […]

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Massive fire at South Africa parliament rages even after 6 hours

  Cape Town:  A massive fire in South Africa’s houses of parliament in Cape Town caused the roof of the old National Assembly building to collapse on Sunday as the blaze continued to rage after eight hours. The fire started on the third floor of an old building that houses offices and spread to the […]

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Power tariffs likely to go up as new year rolls out

  Rise in the prices of petroleum products on the first day of the New Year, power tariffs are again going to witness an increment as power distribution companies have moved the Nepra to increase the tariffs. Earlier, on December 9, 2021, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) had increased tariffs by Rs4.74 per […]

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SA vs Ind: Virat Kohli eyes historic series victory over Proteas

  Indian captain Virat Kohli has every reason to be confident his team can seal an historic Test series win in South Africa when they face the hosts in the second Test at the Wanderers Stadium on Monday. “It’s a ground we all loving playing on and we are looking forward to it,” said Kohli […]

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Russia test-fires new hypersonic missiles from frigate, submarine

MOSCOW: Russia test-fired around 10 new Tsirkon (Zircon) hypersonic cruise missiles from a frigate and two more from a submarine, Interfax news agency said on Friday citing northern fleet. Russian President Vladimir Putin has lauded the weapon as part of a new generation of unrivalled arms systems. Putin has called a missile test, conducted last week, “a […]

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No home farewell as Gayle left out of West Indies squad for Ireland, England series

ST. JOHN’S: Veteran batsman Chris Gayle was a surprise absence from the West Indies squad named on Friday for a one-off T20 against Ireland but captain Kieron Pollard returns from injury for the series which also includes England. The 42-year-old Gayle had been expected to be given his international farewell in front of his home […]

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Bautista Agut leads Spain to crushing ATP Cup win over Chile

SYDNEY: Roberto Bautista Agut got Spain’s New Year off to a perfect start Saturday with a crushing ATP Cup win over Chilian world number 17 Cristian Garin as he spearheads the team in Rafael Nadal’s absence. The 33-year-old, ranked two places below Garin, barely broke a sweat in the 6-0, 6-3 win at the Ken […]

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Fakhar Zaman replaces injured Tom Abell at Brisbane Heat

LAHORE: Australia’s Big Bash League team Brisbane Heat have signed on Fakhar Zaman as a replacement for the injured Tom Abell in their bid to qualify for the knockout stages of the ongoing BBL. The Heat are joint-fifth on the points table heading into 2022, level with Melbourne Stars, with the top five teams qualifying […]

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Australia’s Usman Khawaja looks beyond stop-gap Sydney role

SYDNEY: While Usman Khawaja is ready to fill in for Travis Head in the fourth Ashes Test against England, the veteran Australia batsman hopes his would not be a stop-gap role this year. Head will miss the Sydney contest, which begins on Wednesday, after testing positive for COVID-19, and Khawaja is set to play his […]

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PM gives green signal for construction of stadium in Islamabad

LAHORE: Prime Minister Imran Khan has given a go-ahead to the construction of the state-of-the-art cricket stadium in Islamabad during his meeting with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja in Lahore on Friday. The Prime Minister gave in-principle approval for the construction of a cricket stadium in Islamabad and directed the PCB chairman to […]

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Food industry leaders raise fears over delays or shortages due to European suppliers

Stringent import checks came into force as a result of Britain's departure from the European Union a year ago. More than £230 billion of products are imported from the EU each year.

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ALEXANDRA SHULMAN'S NOTEBOOK: Ghislaine Maxwell was a pampered princess who turned into a hunter

ALEXANDRA SHULMAN: When my sister was in her first year at the university, she ended up at one of Robert Maxwell's frequent multi-generational parties at the nearby Headington Hill Hall.

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Follow these seven steps from GEMMA BIRD to turn your home into a cash machine

GEMMA BIRD: I guarantee there is a whole pile of stuff sitting at the back of your wardrobe or in your loft that someone, somewhere, will buy from you.

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Pensioners at risk of freezing to death this winter because rocketing fuel prices, warns Age UK

Former Pensions Minister Ros Altmann (pictured) demanded that the Government take urgent action to support hard-up pensioners amid warnings that household bills could double this year.

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ANNA MIKHAILOVA: Seventy-two MPs pocketed a total of over £70,000 by filling in surveys

ANNA MIKHAILOVA: Labour's Dan Jarvis found time between representing the people of Barnsley Central and serving as Mayor of South Yorkshire to fill in 29 polls and earn £3,000 extra.

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Living in Interesting Times

Those who scoured newspapers and remained glued to TV screens throughout the year that just passed would recall that most of the discussions and headlines didn’t have much to do with the public welfare. Most discussions pertained to point-scoring between the ruling party and the opposition. For the public, it meant living in interesting times, […]

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'Grinchbot' online hackers are frustrating shoppers by buying up popular products

Sophisticated software programs - referred to as Grinchbots because they ruin families' Christmas plans - are being used to target in-demand products: Pictured: One of the in-demand products.

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Black patients are over three times more likely than average to have been hospitalised

While black communities make up about 3.5 per cent of England's population, data shows they make up 12.5 per cent of those who have ended up in hospital with the variant so far.

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Macron takes EU reins as election looms

      France takes over the rotating presidency of the European Union on Saturday (1 January), affording President Emmanuel Macron the chance to pose as the EU’s de facto leader in the run-up to national elections in April. The 44-year-old has never made any secret of his ambitions to be the motor for further […]

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Shahbaz, Bilawal slam PTI govt for rising petrol prices on New Year’s night

On Saturday, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly and PML-N President Shahbaz Sharif lashed out at Prime Minister Imran Khan on the decision of increasing petrol prices at the New Year’s night. They said PM should resigned from his office rather dropping a “petrol bomb” on the Pakistani […]

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