Australian researchers use robot to encourage vaccination

  SYDNEY: Researchers from James Cook University (JCU) have released a study that saw a small, interactable robot taken to a Queensland hospital to help encourage the take up of vaccinations. The study, published in the Inquiry Health journal and released to the public on Friday, assed the results of just under one thousand people […]

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President visits Chinese Embassy, expresses condolences over Karachi’s tragic incident

ISLAMABAD: In order to express solidarity with the people and the Government of China, President Dr. Arif Alvi Saturday visited the Embassy of China and offered his heartfelt condolences over the loss of precious lives of Chinese nationals in terrorist attack that took place in Karachi on April 26 April. Talking to the Charge d’ […]

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Record increase in number of BRT passengers

  PESHAWAR: Record increase in number of passengers traveling in Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and the number of monthly commuters in BRT buses has reached 6.2 million, a spokesman of the BRT said here Saturday. Giving details, the spokesman said that in the first month of the inauguration, 1,67,731 passengers traveled. He said 62, 96, […]

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Protection of constitution collective responsibility: Raja Pervaiz

LAHORE: National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervaiz Ashraf said on Saturday that protection of the constitution was collective responsibility. Talking to the media, he said that being speaker of the National Assembly he was well aware of his responsibilities. He said, "Disobedience of the constitution leads to complexity." The Speaker further said that joint efforts were […]

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Sana Ullah felicitates Hamza Shehbaz on swearing in as CM Punjab

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah Khan on Saturday congratulated Hamza Shehbaz on swearing in as Punjab Chief Minister. He prayed for success of Hamza Sharif as the Chief Minister of Punjab, said a statement issued here. He expressed the hope that as CM, Hamza Shahbaz would put the province on road of progress and […]

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Capital wears deserted look as working natives move to hometowns

ISLAMABAD:The capital city wore a deserted look as most of the natives, settled here for job purposes, have left for their home towns to celebrate the religious festival of Eid-ul-Fitr with their families and relatives. The hustle and bustle of the city faded away after a number of natives moved to their hometowns after performing […]

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Swedish ambassador calls on Federal Minister Sherry Rehman

ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Sweden Henrik Persson called on Federal Minister on Climate Change Sherry Rehman and offered all-out support to help Pakistan overcome environmental challenges and mitigate climate change risks, according to press release issued from the Ministry of Climate Change. During the meeting held here at the minister’s office on Friday, the Sweden ambassador […]

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Saudi Arabia to be requested for taking action against those involved in using indecent language at Masjid e Nabvi: Sana

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Interior Rana Sana Ullah Khan strongly condemning disrespectful incident occurred at Masjid-e-Nabvi said on Friday that the government would request Saudi Arabia to take appropriate action against those who used indecent language in the premises of Masjid-e-Nabvi and misbehave with ministers. Addressing a press conference along with Adviser to PM on Kashmir […]

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Pakistan wishes to maintain positive momentum in Russian ties: Bilawal

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Friday said Pakistan wished to maintain the positive momentum in the bilateral relations with Russia. The minister, in his message to his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, thanked him for his felicitation message on the assumption of the office. Bilawal Bhutto said Pakistan wanted to maintain a positive momentum in […]

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On Al-Quds Day, PM reiterates support for independent Palestinian state

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Friday, while expressing solidarity for the brave Palestinian people, reiterated support for the global pledge of an independent state of Palestine. The prime minister, in his message on Al-Quds Day observed annually on last Friday of the Holy Month of Ramazan, said the designation of the Day by Iran in […]

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Pakistan wishes to maintain positive momentum in Russian ties: Bilawal

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Friday said Pakistan wished to maintain the positive momentum in the bilateral relations with Russia. The minister, in his message to his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, thanked him for his felicitation message on the assumption of the office. Bilawal Bhutto said Pakistan wanted to maintain a positive momentum in […]

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NAB refutes filing new supplementary reference against Abbasi, others

ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on Friday refuted media reports alleging that the Bureau had filed a new supplementary reference against former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and others in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) case. According to a NAB spokesman, the Bureau had neither authorised nor approved filing of another supplementary reference against […]

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Jumaa tul Wida being observed today with religious enthusiasm

Islamabad: Jumaa Tul Wida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramazan is being observed today (April 29) with religious solemnity across the country.     Imams and Khateebs in their sermons will highlight the significance of the day. On this occasion, prayers will be offered for the progress and prosperity of the country . Jumatul-Wida […]

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Golden man of Islamabad allegedly tortured and beaten by policemen

ISLAMABAD: 18-year-old Muhammad Ahsan, who is more popularly known as the Golden Man of Islamabad, was allegedly beaten and mistreated by police. In a video message Golden Man said that there is no value for talent in Pakistan and he is going to leave this profession forever as people abuse him. According to the details, […]

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ADB pledged $3.23 bn for various projects in Pakistan in 2021

ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) committed $3.32 billion in 2021 to help Pakistan tackle the immediate effects of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and promote a green recovery.  The commitment made by the Bank in 2021 includes loans and guarantees, grants, equity investments, and technical assistance provided to governments and the private sector. In […]

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Govt notifies transfer, posting of officers

ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Thursday notified transfer and posting of high rank officers. According to a notification issued by the Establishment Division, Mohammad Jamil,Flt. Lt. (Rtd) Muhammad Khalid Khattak, a BS-20 Officer of Police Service of Pakistan, presently awaiting posting in Establishment Division, is posted as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in Establishment Division […]

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Prevailing heatwave to jeopardise public health, agriculture sector: Sherry

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman on Thursday said the Ministry had issued official heatwave alert to all provinces as abrupt temperature rise would also jeopardise public health and agriculture. In a statement issued here, the minister criticised the previous regime for not taking adequate measures despite prior warnings issued by various […]

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USA, China, UK remain top 3 destinations of Pakistani exports during last 9 months

ISLAMABAD: The United States remained the top export destination of Pakistani products during the first nine months of financial year (2021-22), followed by China and the United Kingdom (UK). Total exports to the USA during July-March (2021-22) were recorded at US $5000.275 million against the exports of $3564.575 million during July- March (2020-21), showing growth […]

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No fresh borrowings from SBP, clarifies finance ministry

  ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance here on Thursday clarified that there had been no fresh borrowings by the government from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). “In fact, the government has been retiring its previous stock of debt with the SBP on its maturity,” the ministry said in a statement while responding to news […]

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Eidul Fitr 2022: Shawwal moon likely to be sighted on May 3 in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: As per the media reports, astronomers have predicted that the Shawwal moon is likely to be sighted on the evening of May 2, according to which Eid ul Fitr will fall on Tuesday, May 3, this year. Further, the astronomers said that the moon is expected to be born between April 30 and May […]

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Balochistan govt approves relief package of Rs 183.3 mln

QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo has approved a relief package of Rs 183.3 million to provide subsidies on essential commodities to the masses of the province. Spokesperson of Balochistan government, Farah Azeem Shah in a statement said that on the direction of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, the Balochistan government would continue its […]

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SpaceX launches its latest crew to ISS for NASA

Washington: Days after a SpaceX Dragon capsule crewed by wealthy adventurers splashed down off Florida’s coast, another launched Wednesday, this time for a NASA mission to the International Space Station. The Crew-4 mission blasted off from the Kennedy Space Center at 3:52 am (0752 GMT), carrying Americans Kjell Lindgren, Bob Hines and Jessica Watkins, as […]

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PM to embark on maiden three-day visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to pay a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia from April 28-30, on the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. This would be the prime minister’s first visit abroad after assuming the office earlier this month. The prime minister will be accompanied by a high-level […]

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Israeli forces kill Palestinian in West Bank

  Israeli forces killed a Palestinian man and wounded three others in West Bank clashes early Wednesday, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA said, a day after the fatal shooting of another Palestinian. The Israeli army told AFP it was “conducting counterterrorism activity” in the city of Jenin, but did not comment on any casualties. Israeli security forces have stepped up operations in […]

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All set to perform the biggest comedy show on TV, says Tabish Hashmi

ISLAMABAD: Famous host and comedian Tabish Hashmi just announced the release of his upcoming Comedy Show which will hit the television screens right after Eid. The standup comedian recently appeared in an interview with Youtuber Muzamil Hasan where he surprised his fans with the announcement to bring his humor to the mainstream media.  While revealing […]

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CDA awards contract for development of I-12 sector

ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has approved lowest bid worth Rs 542 billion for the development of two sub-sectors of I-12 that were facing an inordinate delay for the past.  The development work included construction of streets, a drainage system and the sewerage network in sub-sectors I-12/2 and I-12/3, a CDA spokesman said on […]

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Khawaja Asif assumes charge as Defence Minister

ISLAMABAD: Member National Assembly (MNA) Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Tuesday assumed charge as Minister for Defence. He was received by Secretary Defence, Lieutenant General (R) Mian Muhammad Hilal Hussain at the Ministry of Defence, said a news release. Defence Minister held an introductory meeting with the senior Officers of the Ministry. He was also briefed […]

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LHC summons AGP, AG in Hamza Shehbaz’s oath-taking case

  In Chief Minister-elect Hamza Shehbaz’s oath-taking case, the Lahore High Court (LHC) has summoned the attorney general of Pakistan (AGP) and the advocate general (AG) of Punjab at 2:00 PM today (Tuesday), During the hearing of Hamza’s second appeal for the appointment of a person to administer the oath to him, LHC Chief Justice […]

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Abdul Rehman Kanju assumes charge as Minister of State for Interior

Abdul Rehman Khan Kanju on Tuesday took charge as Minister of State for Interior Division. Officials of the Interior Ministry welcome him upon his arrival at the ministry. Secretary Interior Yousuf Naseem Khokhar briefed the minister about the affairs of the ministry and various public welfare projects. The minister said that he joined the politics […]

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IHC suspends order to decide PTI foreign funding case within 30 days

On Monday, the Islamabad High Court stopped the Election Commission of Pakistan from announcing a verdict against PTI foreign funding case within 30 days. IHC Chief Justice Athar Minallah said: “The ECP is a constitutional institution so the court suspends its earlier order that the commission should announce its verdict within 30 days.” The directive […]

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LHC suspends ECP’s Punjab LB polls scheduled from June 9

  In an interim decision, the Lahore High Court (LHC) postponed the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) schedule for local body elections in Punjab. On the petitions of Akbar Ali Dogar and other lawyers challenging the Punjab Local Government Ordinance 2021, the divisional bench of the LHC issued a brief ruling. On May 24, the […]

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3 women, 1 man stabbed to death in Southern London

LONDON: Four people were stabbed to death in a pre-dawn attack in a South London neighborhood on Monday. The Metropolitan Police were alerted to a disturbance at a property on Delaford Road, near South Bermondsey train station. When the police came to the residence, they forced their entry and found four people with stab wounds. […]

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Surgical city project to be built soon: Chairman SIMAP

  SIALKOT: Group Chairman Surgical Instruments Manufacturers Association Pakistan (SIMAP) Jahangir Babar Bajwa said that the work began on the surgical city project, Daska road was increased from 50 acres to 100 acres and it would be completed soon. He disclosed this while addressing an Iftar dinner hosted by the Surgical Association in honor of […]

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6 Killed after head-on collision between two passenger buses in Jhang

ISLAMABAD: At least  six people were killed and several others wounded when a speeding passenger bus rammed into another passenger bus coming from the opposite side on Jhang Layyah road on Monday afternoon. According to details, rescue officials said that the accident occurred at Layyah road Jhang where two passenger vehicles collided due to over-speeding, […]

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Pak Army helps Al-Shifa arranging free eye camps in Waziristan, Malakand & GB

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Army has supported Al-Shifa Trust to set up free eye camps in different remote areas including Waziristan, Malakand, Baluchistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Chitral. President of Al-Shifa Trust Major General (R) Rehmat Khan, said this while briefing media persons about the outreach program achievements in 2021-22, said a news release. He said that free eye […]

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US steps up military aid for Ukarine

KYIV: Making the first official US visit to Ukraine since Russia invaded two months ago, Washington’s top diplomat and its defense secretary pledged additional military aid, including advanced weapons, and a return of US envoys to Kyiv. In a visit designed to show Western support, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd […]

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Ex-PM failed to handle national matters properly: Ahsan Iqbal

LAHORE: Federal Minister for Planning Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan ruled the country for more than three years but could not handle the matters of the country in a proper manner. Addressing a press conference here on Sunday, he said that former prime minister was […]

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PM directs for cut in load shedding duration

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday expressed his annoyance over the prolonged load-shedding duration causing public woes and directed for its conspicuous reduction till next month. The prime minister also directed for taking of steps to reduce power glitches on emergency basis. The prime minister said that neither fuel was purchased by the […]

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Pakistan Railways reduces fare by 30% for three days of Eid-ul-Fitr

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Railways (PR) has announced a 30 percent discount in train fares for three days of Eid-ul-Fitr. The discount would also be on the fares of ‘Thal Express’ which has been recently resumed in collaboration with a private company. This passenger train runs from Rawalpindi to Multan. Pakistan Railways has also announced a reduction […]

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Sri Lanka looks for foreign investors to stabilize rupee

COLOMBO: Sri Lanka is looking for investors that can bring in more than 2 billion U.S. dollars into the central bank, Finance Minister Ali Sabry said on Friday in an address to the press from Washington via video link. Sabry said that the next few months will be difficult for Sri Lankans. “There is a […]

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Pakistan trashes Indian propaganda over Kartarpur corridor

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Sunday categorically rejected the malicious Indian propaganda regarding the alleged use of the Kartarpur corridor for business meetings. “It is obvious that this concoction is part of India’s deliberate smear campaign seeking to undermine Pakistan’s historic initiative of opening the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor for Sikh pilgrims from India and around the world, […]

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Complete shutdown being observed in IIOJK today on Modi’s visit

ISLAMABAD: Complete shutdown is being observed in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) on Sunday, on the visit of Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, as a mark of protest against India’s illegal hold on the territory. According to Kashmir Media Service (KMS), the call for the strike was given by the All Parties Hurriyat […]

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89 power pilferers nabbed in a day in South Punjab

MULTAN: Multan Electric Power Company (MEPCO) have caught 89 power pilferers during separate operations launched throughout the South Punjab in a day, MEPCO official said on Saturday. MEPCO teams accompanying task forces raided different places in Multan, Vehari, Sahiwal, Rahimyar Khan, Muzaffargarh,  Bahawalnagar, Khanewal, and Dera Ghazi Khan and detected theft of 100,000 electricity units. […]

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Govt-IMF agreement: Miftah Ismail warns of expected rise in petroleum prices

WASHINGTON: Finance Minister Miftah Ismail on Friday agreed with the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) recommendations regarding reducing fuel subsidies, pledging to pursue structural reforms to boost a crisis-wracked economy. In 2019, the IMF approved a $6 billion loan for Pakistan but disbursement has been slowed down by concerns about the pace of reforms. Ismail, who took charge […]

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Imran deceives masses in name of change, religion: Sobia

PESHAWAR:President Pakistan Muslim League-N (Women Wing) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sobia Shahid here Saturday said that former Prime Minister Imran Khan has deceived masses in the name of change and religion and was now came out to mislead them on latter gate. Talking to APP, she said that all the claimed and accusations of the PTI chief […]

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CM removes DC, DHO, AC of Dadu over fire incident

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah while taking action over negligence have removed Deputy Commissioner (DC), District Health Officer (DHO), and Assistant Commissioner of Dadu with immediate effect here on Saturday. The action was taken against the negligence over fire-incident occured in the Faiz Mohammed Chandio village of district Dadu. The Chief Minister […]

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Man killed as tractor trolley overturns

SIALKOT: A driver was killed when his tractor-trolley overturned due to over-speeding near Roras village here on Saturday.According to Rescue 1122, the victim was identified as 40-years-old Farhan. Rescue 1122 handed the body to the heirs after completing legal-medico formalities.

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OIC members, UN chief vow to do even better for vulnerable communities at Ramzan event

UNITED NATIONS: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who joined the OIC ambassadors Friday in a virtual celebration of Ramzan, said that the spirit of the holy month was linked to peace and reflection as well as to do better for vulnerable communities. Ambassador Munir Akram, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations and chairman […]

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U.S comic book stars team to raise money for Ukraine refugees

Like Batman forming the ‘Justice League’ of superheroes, or Iron Man helping assemble the ‘Avengers’, comic book editor Scott Dunbier needed to put together a team of stars. The call went out and Dunbier quickly signed up the biggest names in the U.S. comic book industry to collaborate on a special anthology to raise money […]

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Rizwan named Wisden’s Leading T20 Cricketer

  LONDON: Pakistan’s wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan was on Wednesday named the Leading T20 Cricketer in the World by the Wisden Almanack. The 29-year-old had a prolific run in 2021, becoming the first-ever cricketer in the history of T20 cricket to amass over 2,000 runs in a calendar year. In 45 innings, the right-hander amassed 2,036 […]

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Govt wants timely completion of all development projects in KP: Minister

  PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Forests and Environment and Wildlife Syed Muhammad Ishtiaq Urmar Friday said that the provincial government would not compromise on the timely completion of development projects. He stated this while presiding over a meeting on construction and repair of bridges at PK-69 in his office here. Irrigation department officials, area […]

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Capital’s air quality healthiest since commencement of Ramzan

  ISLAMABAD: The air quality of the federal capital on Friday was recorded healthiest as health-damaging air pollutants were far below the permissible limits in the atmosphere due to reduced vehicular traffic. The air quality data has been collected by the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) that monitors air pollutants ratio for 24 hours based […]

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Former envoy to US Asad Majeed to brief NSC on alleged ‘threat letter’ today

ISLAMABAD: Former Pakistani ambassador to Washington Dr. Asad Majeed Khan will brief the National Security Committee today over his diplomatic cable that carried the alleged threat sent to the PTI government last month by US officials, sources reported. The Pakistani diplomat as per the sources has reached Islamabad and will attend the NSC meeting convened […]

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PM, JUI-F chief discuss political situation

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Maulana Fazl ur Rehman met here Thursday and discussed the overall political situation in the country. The meeting was joined by federal ministers Rana Sanullah and Khwaja Saad Rafique. Maulana Fazl ur Rehman expressed concern over the economic indicators presented during the government’s first […]

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Four terrorists killed in CTD, Police joint operation in Bannu

PESHAWAR: The Counter Terrorism Department Bannu and the district police carried out a joint operation on Wednesday night in limits of Bannu township police station area and killed four suspected terrorists in an ‘encounter’ who had recently arrived to carry out terror attacks in the areas. According to a press release issued by the CTD […]

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New rain spell in AJK, GB, KP, Snowfall in Muzaffarabad

  The temperature turned cold last night after an unexpected light snowfall on the Makra mountains in Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK) near Muzaffarabad, along with rain showers, while weather forecasters predict new rain over Punjab, AJK, Gilgit Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The snowfall transformed the weather pleasant and cooled in Muzaffarabad amid frigid winds, providing […]

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Peshawar’s air pollution exceeds WHO’s quality standard 16 times, reducing life expectancy by 2.3 years

  PESHAWAR: The air pollution level in provincial metropolis, Peshawar has exceeded World Health Organization (WHO)’s quality guidelines by 12 to 16 times, leaving considerable impact on health of city dwellers by reducing life expectancy up to 2.3 years. This startling revelation has been made by a recent study on air quality of Peshawar jointly […]

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Commuters seek PM’s intervention to pace up Islamabad Expressway project

  ISLAMABAD: The daily commuters on Thursday made a passionate appeal to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his intervention to pace up the ongoing expansion work on Islamabad Expressway Project to provide them a stress-free travel. The residents of various housing societies adjacent to Islamabad Expressway daily face gridlock for hours due to unfinished PWD […]

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LHC CJ to hear plea for Hamza Shehbaz oath taking on 21st

LAHORE: Lahore High Court (LHC) Chief Justice Muhammad Ameer Bhatti will hear a petition for oath-taking of Punjab Chief Minister Hamza Shehbaz on Thursday. The LHC office fixed the petition for hearing after removing objection on it. The office had objected on impleading governor Punjab as a party in the petition. However, after removal of […]

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British envoy meets PM Shehbaz, wishes to work ‘closely’ with Pakistan

  British High Commissioner Christian Turner met with newly elected Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday and underlined the UK’s commitment to “operate closely with Pakistan on deepening and widening bilateral collaboration.” Shehbaz was sworn in as Pakistan’s 23rd prime minister on April 11, after his predecessor, Imran Khan, was ousted from power by a […]

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PM tell cabinet to roll up sleeves to overcome array of challenges

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told his cabinet members to roll up their sleeves to meet the challenges of inflation, unemployment, poverty and load-shedding, for turning the desperation into an opportunity for progress and public relief. The prime minister, chairing the maiden meeting of his cabinet which took oath on Tuesday, believed that their dedicated […]

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Waqar Younis performs Umrah with family

  Following in the footsteps of Shadab Khan, Waqar Younis, a former Pakistani cricketer, performed Umrah (Islamic pilgrimage) with his family during the holy month of Ramadan. Waqar and his family also paid a visit to Madina’s Masjid-e-Nabvi (PBUH). On his official Twitter account, Waqar notified his followers about the fortunate opportunity. The former cricketer, […]

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Netflix aims to curtail password sharing, bring in ads

  An unexpectedly sharp drop in subscribers has Netflix considering changes to its service that it has long resisted: minimizing password sharing and creating a low-cost subscription supported by advertising. The looming changes announced late Tuesday are designed to help Netflix regain momentum it had lost over the past year. Pandemic-driven lockdowns that drove binge-watching […]

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Johnny Depp rejects ‘heinous’ abuse charges at US defamation trial

  Pirates of the Caribbean star Johnny Depp denied ever striking a woman as he took the witness stand on Tuesday at the US defamation trial against his former wife, Amber Heard. “There were arguments and things of that nature but never did I myself reach the point of striking Miss Heard in any way,” Depp told the […]

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PM for exploring economic dimension of Pak-UAE ties

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday emphasized his government’s commitment to further advance the economic dimension of the relationship with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The prime minister expressed these views in a meeting with UAE Ambassador Hamad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi, who called on to felicitate him on assuming the office. PM Shehbaz […]

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Russia urges Ukrainian forces to ‘immediately’ lay down arms

Moscow: Russia on Tuesday called on Ukrainian forces to “immediately” lay down arms and issued a new ultimatum for the defenders of the besieged port city of Mariupol to give up their resistance. The Russian defence ministry’s warning came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced late on Monday the start of a new offensive by […]

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Railways retrieve 89 acres land from illegal occupants in Peshawar Division

  ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways has retrieved around 89 acres state land worth billions of rupees from illegal occupants under its recent anti-encroachment operation in Peshawar Division. The department with the help of local district administration had demolished shops and illegal constructions erected on the railway land, an official in the Ministry of Railways told APP. […]

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PM urges int’l community to condemn Islamophobic incidents

  ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday called upon the international community to take notice of the recent incidents of Islamophobia that took place in Sweden and the Netherlands. “The people of Pakistan and Muslims around the world are deeply hurt by the recent incidents of Islamophobia in Sweden and the Netherlands,” he said […]

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Pakistan’s youngest athlete Mahnoor becomes IUCN Youth Ambassador

ISLAMABAD: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN-Pakistan) has appointed the country’s youngest athlete Mahnoor Saleh as the Youth Ambassador for Environment in Gilgit Baltistan, recognising her efforts to break the taboos and become a professional female winter sports player. The IUCN-Pakistan in a ceremony officially celebrated the unprecedented contribution of Mahnoor Saleh hailing […]

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US firm on nuclear accord as Iran casts blame

Washington: The United States on Monday appeared to dismiss a key Iranian demand to salvage a nuclear accord as Tehran blamed Washington for the prolonged impasse. Iran and the United States have been negotiating indirectly in Vienna for a year to restore the 2015 agreement, known formally as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, from […]

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LG Polls in Balochistan: ECP extends nomination papers’ submission date

ISLAMABAD: Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has extended the date for submission of nomination papers for local government elections in Balochistan. According to ECP, the commission has extended further three days, and now the candidates can submit their nomination papers by April 21 to the Returning Officers (ROs) of respective districts. As per the schedule […]

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PM Shehbaz Sharif announces to restore departmental cricket

ISLAMABAD: The freshly formed coalition government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has decided to restore the departmental cricket structure, which has been dysfunctional as a result of the implementation of the 2019 constitution. The departmental cricket was banished in 2019 under the then patron-in-chief of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Imran Khan, leaving thousands of […]

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PTI gets permission to hold jalsa in Lahore

LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has taken permission to have a public gathering in Lahore at Minar-e-Pakistan to be addressed by party Chairman Imran Khan. PTI leader Shafqat Mahmood met deputy commissioner Lahore where he was told that the party was given permission after an approval from intelligence bureau. A letter for obtaining permission written to […]

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Election tribunal hearing on recounting of votes in NA 196

JACOBABAD: An election tribunal on Monday heard petition of recounting of votes in the constituency of former federal minister Muhammad Mian Soomro. “If your party has tendered resignation,” Justice Muhammad Junaid Ghaffar questioned the counsel of Soomro. “The matter will be wind up if the resignation has been given,” Justice Junaid Ghaffar said. The election […]

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PTI’s Tanveer Ilyas elected unopposed as AJK PM

On Monday, Sardar Tanveer Ilyas was elected 13th Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) unopposed amid the joint opposition’s boycott of the election for the post. Sardar Tanveer was the candidate of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for the slot of prime minister. He was elected unopposed as none of the opposition parties submitted nomination […]

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Pakistan urges Afghanistan to secure Pak-Afghan border

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Sunday asked the Afghanistan government to secure Pak- Afghan border region and take stern actions against the individuals involved in terrorist activities in Pakistan, in the interest of peace and progress of the two brotherly countries. “Pakistan, once again, strongly condemns terrorists operating with impunity from Afghan soil to carry out activities […]

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PM greets Christian community on Easter

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday extended his greetings to the Christian community, living in Pakistan and across the globe, on the celebrations of Easter. On his twitter handle, the prime minister lauded the services rendered by the Christian community in all walks of life since the creation of Pakistan. “Happy Easter to […]

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Pakistan decides to resume talks for revival of IMF package

ISLAMABAD: The new government has decided to resume talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington from tomorrow. According to sources, negotiations with IMF officials will begin from the point where it had been suspended. The new government’s reservations will also be discussed in the fresh round of talks. The dialogue is expected to […]

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Moderate quake jolts eastern Indonesia, no tsunami alert issued

  JAKARTA: A 5.8-magnitude earthquake rocked Indonesia’s eastern province of Papua on Sunday, and no tsunami alert was issued, the meteorology, climatology, and geophysics agency said. The quake struck at 12:49 Jakarta time (0549 GMT), with the epicenter at 111 km northwest of Kepulauan Yapen (Yapen islands) district and the shallow of 10 km under […]

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PM visits Diamer-Bhasha Dam site

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday visited Diamer-Bhasha Dam site to review its construction. Considering the national importance of the mega project, the prime minister has decided to undertake a visit of the site despite Sunday which is being observed as an official holiday. Chairman WAPDA Lt. Gen. (retd) Muzzamil Hussain will brief […]

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DC Haripur imposes ban on swimming in Khanpur dam and its spillway

  HARIPUR: Deputy Commissioner Haripur Saturday imposed a ban on swimming in Khanpur dam and its Spillway for three months. The ban was imposed for the protection of precious human lives and restricted the people for taking baths, swimming, and jumping in the Khanpur dam and spillway. According to the notification issued by the DC […]

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NAB will remain in place with a changed name: Rana Sanaullah

ISLAMABAD: PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah has suggested changing the name of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) to something else. Talking to the media outside the parliament on Saturday, the PML-N leader said that the anti-corruption institution was founded to take revenge, however, the PML-N will never take revenge on someone. “Accountability is something which is […]

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CM felicitates newly elected NA Speaker

KARACHI:Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Saturday congratulated Raja Pervez Ashraf on being elected Speaker of the National Assembly. He said that Raja Pervez Ashraf was a senior politician and had ability to move with everyone in a coordinated manner.  

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PTI leader condemns attack on security forces in N.Waziristan

QUETTA: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Quetta Deputy General Secretary Hamza Khan Nasir on Saturday strongly condemned the attack on a convoy of security forces at the Pak-Afghan border near North Waziristan which left seven martyrdom. In a statement issued here, Hamza Khan Nasir said that Afghan government should take measures to curb nefarious design of terrorists […]

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JUI-F chief condemns Israel’s aggression in Palestine

ISLAMABAD:Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman on Saturday strongly condemned the Israeli aggression on Palestinians who were worshiping in connection with the holy month of Ramazan in the Bait-ul-Muqadas (Jerusalem). He, in a statement, urged the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and leaders of the Muslim world to raise their voice against Israel’s brutalities in Palestine. […]

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More rain lashes South Africa’s flood ravaged east

Durban: South Africa’s flood-ravaged east was hit by more rain Saturday after the deadliest storm to hit the country in living memory killed nearly 400 people and left tens of thousands homeless. Floodwaters engulfed parts of the eastern coastal city of Durban earlier in the week ripping apart roads, sweeping away homes and those trapped […]

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Attack on Deputy Speaker is attack on Courts: Bilawal

KARACHI: Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that the attack on deputy speaker Punjab was not only an attack on the Punjab assembly but on our courts, which had ruled that he would conduct elections today. In a message on Twitter, he said”It is an attack on our democracy, […]

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Closure of LNG, oil-powered plants reasons behind power glitches: PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Saturday said that country had the capacity of 35,000 MW of power generation, but due to the closure of different power-producing plants, run on gas and oil, different parts of the country were facing load shedding for the last few days. Speaking in the National Assembly, the prime minister […]

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Price-hike, unemployment at peak during PTI rule: PML-N

PESHAWAR: General Secretary PML-N Youth Wing, Arbab Afzal Hayat Khan on Friday said that price-hikes and unemployment reached a peak during the PTI government. In a statement issued here, he said that soon after his election as Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif announced increase in pension and wages of workers and won the hearts of the […]

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PML-Q will prove majority in Punjab Assembly, says Moonis

  Member of the Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) Moonis Elahi, met with Punjab Governor Omar Sarfraz Cheema on Friday to discuss the present political scenario in the state and the upcoming election of Punjab Chief Minister. During the meeting, the governor reaffirmed his commitment to support Punjab Assembly Speaker Ch Parvez Elahi in the chief […]

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DG ISPR statement exposes Imran’s baseless accusations, foreign plot narrative: ANP leader

PESHAWAR: Awami National Party leader and former Provincial Minister, Wajid Ali Khan here on Friday said that Director General, Inter Services Public Relations(ISPR) has exposed the baseless accusations and foreign plot narrative of PTI Chief Imran Khan. “The DG ISPR press conference has exposed Imran’s lies and refuted PTI Chief’s foreign conspiracy narrative,” he told […]

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PSB ropes in foreign coaches to train taekwondo athletes for CWG, Asiad

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has roped in two foreign coaches to train national taekwondo athletes for Birmingham Commonwealth Games (CWG) and South Asian Games, also known as Asiad. “Keeping in view the importance of these events we have hired the services of two foreign coaches – one from South Korea and the other from […]

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NHA plans to build DG Khan northern Bypass

    ISLAMABAD: National Highway Authority (NHA) has planned to construct the Dera Ghazi Khan Northern bypass as a part of 80 kilometre  rehabilitation, widening and improvement project of  DG Khan-Rakhi Gajj section of Multan Qilla Saifullah Highway (N-70). Procurement process to hire a consultant firm to conduct feasibility study and detailed design has been […]

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Organisers determined to hold World Games in a befitting manner

  ISLAMABAD: With less than three months to go until the grand opening of The World Games 2022 in Birmingham, USA takes place the organisers are determined to hold the multi-sport event in a befitting manner. The eleventh edition of the multi-sport event will start on the evening of 7th July in the Protective Stadium. […]

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Informational video on Ehsaas National Socio-Economic Registry released

ISLAMABAD: Senator Dr. Sania Nishtar has shared an informational video on Ehsaas National Socio-Economic Registry (NSER) highlighting an important component of Ehsaas which was completed but not yet publicly released. On Twitter, she wrote “Our Government achieved the historical landmark of completing the Ehsaas Survey for 34 million households. This is South Asia’s first digital […]

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Imran vows to continue struggle for supremacy of people’s rights, democracy

  PESHAWAR: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan here Wednesday night reiterated to continue political struggle for supremacy of rights of people and democracy in the country. Addressing a big public gathering here, he said that his political struggle of supremacy of people rights, democracy and protection of the country’s interests had been started with a […]

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Literacy Program benefits 4 million rural women

ISLAMABAD: Around 4 million rural women got benefitted from National Commission for Human Development (NCHD) Literacy Programme highlighting the importance of education and education for the empowerment of rural women. Talking to APP, Director General NCHD  Hassan Baig said the importance of education in remote areas, especially for women. He said NCHD’s Literacy program is […]

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AJK PM Sardar Abdul Qayyum dismisses five ministers

ISLAMABAD: Azad Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister Sardar Abdul Qayyum Niazi Thursday dismissed five ministers on charges of misconduct, corruption and suspicious activities. According to a notification issued Thursday, Sardar Tanveer Ilyas, Abdul Majeed Khan, Ali Shan Soni, Khawaja Farooq and Akbar Ibrahim have been dismissed from the cabinet. A spokesperson said that they have […]

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Nazim Jokhio murder: PPP MPs’ names excluded from police challan

An important development has emerged in the Nazim Jokhio murder case as the names of PPP MNA Jam Kareem Jokhio, his brother MPA Jam Awais Jokhio and six others have been eliminated from the case. The investigation officer of the case, Siraj Lashari, submitted the challan to the anti-terrorism court. In the challan, Haider, Mairaj and Niaz have been […]

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Fresh elections only solution: Fawad

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Chaudhry Fawad Hussain said on Wednesday that the only solution to the ongoing political situation in the country was holding fresh elections. In a tweet, he said that all the members of PTI resigned and written resignations of all the members were also handed over to the Speaker’s office.  He said […]

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Sri Lanka asks citizens abroad to send home cash for food and fuel

Sri Lanka urged its citizens overseas to send home money to help pay for desperately needed food and fuel Wednesday after announcing a default on its $51 billion foreign debt. The island nation is in the grip of its worst economic crisis since independence in 1948, with severe shortages of essential goods and regular blackouts […]

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Chenab Express train restored

LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has restored 134-Up/135-Down Chenab Express train between Sargodha and Lalamusa from April 14 to facilitate the citizens. The train will leave Sargodha at 8:00 a.m. and reach Lalamusa at 11:50 a.m while  On its return, the train will leave Lalamusa at 3:15 p.m. and reach Sargodha at 7:00 p.m. The train will […]

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Imran Khan to reveal ‘bigger surprise’ on April 23, says Farrukh Habib

ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan will give a “bigger surprise” than his previous ones at a public rally in Lahore, said a senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader. Talking to the press, PTI member Farrukh Habib, announced that Imran Khan will give a “big call to the public” in Lahore on April 23, when his […]

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CDA 1819 helpline gets overwhelming response

  ISLAMABAD: Capital Development Authority (CDA) has received an enormous response on helpline 1819 launched by the authority to ensure provision of best facilities to citizens in all circumstances including feedback service, message service, file tracing and other services. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the authority and Ufone last month for the […]

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NIA misusing ‘anti-terror laws’ to victimize Hurriyat leaders: Wani

  ISLAMABAD: Senior APHC leader Altaf Hussain Wani has strongly condemned the framing of charges under sedition laws against the Hurriyat leaders by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA) saying that the notorious agency was misusing anti-terror laws to victimize Hurriyat leaders. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the APHC leader said that the NIA, after […]

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Federal Ombudsman’s representative to hear complaints of electricity’s consumers

PESHAWAR: Investigation Officer, Federal Ombudsman Secretariat, Regional Office, Dera Ismail Khan Imran Khan will hear the complaints of consumers pertaining to the WAPDA on Wednesday at 11 am in the civil defence office, Bannu. Investigation Officer Imran Khan will issue orders for redressal of legitimate grievances. According to sources, PESCO officials send monthly bills to […]

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PPP KP chief congratulates Shehbaz Sharif

PESHAWAR: Provincial president PPP Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Najmuddin Khan has congratulated Shehbaz Sharif on his election as Prime Minister of Pakistan. In a statement issued here on Tuesday, the PPP provincial chief termed the election of Shehbaz Sharif as victory of the joint opposition, saying the day-night efforts of Asif Ali Zardari, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and […]

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PBF felicitates Shehbaz Sharif on assuming PM charge

ISLAMABAD: Vice President of Pakistan Businesses Forum (PBF), Ahmad Jawad Tuesday extended his heartiest congratulations to Pakistan Muslim League (N) President, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on becoming 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan. In a statement issued here, he expressed the hope that Shehbaz Sharif would steer the country out of the multi-faceted challenges being confronted by […]

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Prince Harry ‘emotionally needy’ and ‘taken over’ by Meghan Markle: Expert tells

Prince Harry was branded ‘emotionally needed’ by acclaimed royal author Tina Brown, who said that the Duke of Sussex is increasingly ‘reliant’ on wife Meghan Markle since cutting ties with his own royal family. Talking to The Telegraph, Brown claimed that Harry and Meghan’s explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey last year destroyed any chance of reconciliation […]

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PIA to launch direct flights to Australia from April 22

The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is done with all preparations to commence direct flight operations for Australia from April 22. According to the PIA spokesperson, the first flight will leave for Sydney from Lahore, and the second one will leave Sydney for Lahore on April 24. “Interline ticketing facility has also been arranged with the collaboration of […]

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Court adjourns hearing against Shehbaz, Hamza till Apr 27

LAHORE: A special court on Monday adjourned hearing of cases against Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif, his son, Hamza Shehbaz, and others till April 27. Special Judge Central Ejaz Hussain Awan conducted the case proceedings, wherein Hamza Shehbaz and others appeared and got their attendance marked. However, the Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) special […]

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BBoIT set to ink various accords worth over $3.5 bln for investment

ISLAMABAD: Balochistan Board of Investment and Trade (BBoIT) is set to ink a number of accords worth $3.5 billion among various private companies and government of Balochistan for investment. The Board has so far brought a huge investment of worth $400 million to invest in various sectors of the province. There were proposals for investment […]

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IHC dismisses petition seeking ex-PM Imran Khan’s name on ECL

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday dismissed a petition seeking orders for registration of high treason case against former prime minister Imran Khan and his former cabinet members, and placing their names on the exit control list in the ‘letter gate’ matter. The court declared the petition as non-maintainable and imposed a fine worth […]

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Low intensity blast ripped apart railway track near Kotri

HYDERABAD: A low intensity blast ripped apart around one foot of the railway track near Railway Station Kotri in Jamshoro district on Sunday night. According to the police, unknown terrorists carried out the explosion but luckily no train was passing through that part of the downtrack. The incident suspended the movement of trains from the […]

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Babar Azam becomes first player to win ICC Player of the Month award twice

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan skipper Babar Azam has become the first player to win the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Player of the Month award on two occasions, the ICC announced on Monday. The 27-year-old Babar was previously crowned in April 2021. He scoops the latest Men’s award following a number of thrilling batting displays in Pakistan’s […]

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Mariyam Nafees praises Ali Muhammad Khan

Diyar e Dil actress, Mariyam Nafees lauded  PTI MNA Muhammad Ali Khan following the no-confidence vote on Saturday midnight. Taking to her Twitter account on Sunday, Mariyam Nafees applauded the former Minister of State Ali Muhammad Khan for standing all by himself to support former PM Imran Khan and his Pakistan Tehreek-i- Insaf after he […]

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PTI MNAs to tender resignations from NA tomorrow: Fawad

ISLAMABAD: Following the removal of former prime minister Imran Khan from power through a no-confidence motion, senior PTI leader and former minister for information and broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry announced Sunday that his party members would resign from the National Assembly tomorrow (Monday) if the nomination of PML-N President Shahbaz Sharif is accepted. Speaking to journalists […]

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Nomination papers of Shehbaz Sharif and Shah Mehmood Qureshi submitted for new Leader of the House

ISLAMABAD: The nomination papers of PML-N President Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Shaif and PTI Vice-Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi were been submitted here Sunday for new Leader of the House in National Assembly. Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif himself submitted his nomination papers as a joint candidate of the Opposition parties and their allies. The nomination papers of […]

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National Assembly to elect new Leader of the House on Apr 11

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly will elect the new leader of the House (Prime Minister) on April 11, 2022 (Monday) after passage of no-confidence motion against Imran Khan. Opposition parties in the National Assembly on Sunday (April 10) defeated the ruling PTI government in the no-confidence resolution they jointly moved against Prime Minister Imran Khan with […]

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Opposition written chapter for making no confidence motion against PM successful: Bilawal

ISLAMABAD: Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarian (PPPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari while congratulating the entire nation and members of this august house on Sunday said that the opposition has written a chapter in the history of the country for making the no confidence motion successful against the Prime Minister. Speaking in the House after the success […]

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Opposition knocks out PM Imran in no trust-move

ISLAMABAD: Opposition parties in the National Assembly on Sunday defeated the ruling PTI government in the no-confidence resolution they jointly moved against Prime Minister Imran Khan with 174 votes, setting a new precedent in parliamentary history of the country for in-house change through a democratic and constitutional manner. In the 341-seat House (excluding a seat […]

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NA speaker resigns over no-confidence motion row

ISLAMABAD: Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser on Saturday announced his resignation and handed over the chair to MNA Ayaz Sadiq, one of the members of panel of chairmen, to advance the House proceedings on the vote of no-confidence against Prime Minister Imran Khan. “I have decided that I will not continue as the speaker anymore […]

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The world’s skinniest skyscraper, an 85-story luxury building in Manhattan

The world’s skinniest skyscraper is ready to throw open its doors to customers with fat wallets after squeezing itself into the ever-spiking New York City skyline. The 84-story Steinway Tower, or 111 West 57th Street, sits on Billionaires’ Row in midtown Manhattan at approximately 1,428 feet tall – but just 57 feet wide. The luxury […]

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Taijul Islam takes three to prevent South African batting dominance

GQEBERHA: Bangladesh left-arm spin bowler Taijul Islam took three wickets and prevented South Africa from dominating the first day of the second Test at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Friday. Dean Elgar (70), Keegan Petersen (64) and Temba Bavuma (67) made half-centuries as South Africa made 278 for five after winning the toss. Taijul […]

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Paris Saint-Germain holds out hope over Mbappe future in title run-in

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain remain hopeful that Kylian Mbappe will sign a new contract to stay at the club with just eight games left this season before his existing deal expires. Despite all the speculation that he will join Real Madrid as a free agent, the France superstar has insisted that his mind is not yet […]

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Walt Disney authorised licensees to procure branded products

The Ministry of Commerce on Thursday informed that the ‘Walt Disney’ has authorised its vendors and licensees to procure Disney-branded products from facilities in Pakistan. The Ministry of Commerce would like to share that the Walt Disney has authorized its vendors and licensees to procure Disney-branded products from facilities in Pakistan that enrol and participate […]

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Zelensky calls for ‘firm global response’ to train station bombing

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for a “firm global response” Friday after a missile strike killed 52 people at a train station in eastern Ukraine where civilians had gathered to flee a feared Russian offensive. “This is another Russian war crime for which everyone involved will be held accountable,” Zelensky said in a video message, […]

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Nation trusts PM Imran Khan: KP Minister

  PESHAWAR: KP Minister for Zakat, Usher, Social Welfare, and Women Empowerment, Anwar Zeb Khan has said that the whole nation was standing behind Prime Minister Imran Khan. He expressed these views while addressing a solidarity rally in favour of Prime Minister Imran Khan in his home district Bajaur on Friday. He said in the […]

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ECP decides to immediately start delimitation exercise

ISLAMABAD:The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday decided to immediately start the delimitation exercise of all National Assembly and Provincial Assemblies constituencies on the basis of the 2017 census and population statistics. Keeping in view the current scenario of the country, the ECP has decided not to wait for the digital census which is […]

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Sheikh Rasheed advises PM Khan to resign as the last option

ISLAMABAD: On Friday, Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed said that he had recommended Prime Minister Imran Khan to resign from his position as the last option amid voting on the opposition’s no-trust motion following Supreme Court (SC) ruling. Talking to the media in Islamabad, the interior minister said he had been suggesting PTI government for the […]

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ICT admin imposes section 144 for not displaying rate list

  ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Administration Friday imposed section 144, bounding shopkeepers to display rate list of essential items to counter profiteering in the federal capital. According to a notification issued by Deputy Commissioner :“It has been brought to the administration’s notice that essential commodities are being sold on high prices than the rates […]

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Imran Khan will resign today, says Latif Khosa

On Friday, in a press conference Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Latif Khosa has claimed that Prime Minister Imran Khan will resign today. Talking to the media, he said that Imran Khan had failed in his attempts as the Supreme Court had stopped him from all unlawful acts. “We have emerged victorious after the decision of the Supreme Court,” he […]

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People to decide who should rule Pakistan for next 5 years: Farrukh

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Farrukh Habib said on Thursday that 220 million people would decide who should rule Pakistan for the next five years. Talking to the media here, he said that Article 63A of the Constitution was violated by changing loyalties of the legislators. He said that Imran Khan was ready to face all […]

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Pakistani artist paints vibrant Truck Art in Sri Lanka

ISLAMABAD: Entrepreneur and artist Ali Salman Anchan showcased Pakistan’s indigenous ‘truck art culture’ in Sri Lanka through an amazing wall painting project. Salman is an entrepreneur and founder of a social enterprise ‘Phool Patti’ which is dedicated to promote Pakistani truck art culture around the globe. They have been working to revolutionize art and highlight […]

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Anti terrorism court granted physical remand of suspect ‘saifur Rehman’ in Anarkali blast

At least three persons including a child were killed and over 20 others were injured in a bomb blast that took place on 20 January, Thursday evening at 1:40 pm in the busy Anarkali area of Lahore. The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) officials said that 10-kilogram explosive material was used in the explosion. A thorough […]

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Ramiz Raja hopeful of holding positive talks with Indian board: reports

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairperson Ramiz Raja is hopeful of holding positive talks with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) during an upcoming International Cricket Council (ICC) meeting in Dubai, according to media reports. Media reports said that officials from Pakistan and India will meet to discuss bilateral cricket. The meeting is […]

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DOAM ensuring upgradation, restoration of heritage assets

  ISLAMABAD: The Directorate of Archeology and Museums (DOAM) is committed in contributing towards the upgradation and restoration of museums, heritage assets and archeological sites in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Three mosques, two stupas, three museums and the booklets of each site are prepared photographic documentation of all sites completed an official of DOAM told APP. Peshawar […]

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PFC to participate in 4-day EMITEX expo

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Furniture Council (PFC), in collaboration with ChenOne will participate in another 3-day “EMITEX” expo, which would be held in Buenos, Aires, Argentina to showcase Pakistani products and identify new global markets besides luring foreign investments. Chief Executive Officer PFC, Mian Kashif Ashfaq while talking to a delegation of exporters on Thursday said that […]

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PTI submits no-trust motion against Dost Muhammad Mazari

LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) has submitted a no-trust motion against Deputy Speaker Punjab Assembly Dost Muhammad Mazari after he insisted on summoning the Punjab Assembly session on Wednesday. The PTI MPAs submitted a no-trust move against their party-backed deputy speaker to the secretary of the provincial assembly. Dost Muhammad Mazari has now lost authority to […]

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CDA to install 20 tube wells during ongoing year

ISLAMABAD: Capital Development Authority (CDA) will install around 20 new tube wells at different locations to improve water supply in the federal capital.  The water supply directorate of the authority had completed all the process to issue tender in upcoming weeks whereas the work on the installation site was in full swing, said its spokesman […]

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Indian troops martyr two youth in Pulwama

ISLAMABAD: Indian troops in their fresh act of state terrorism, martyred two Kashmiri youth in Pulwama district here on Wednesday. In India illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, the troops martyred the youth during a massive cordon and search operation in Arigam area of the district, said a press release. The operation was going on till […]

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Sri Lanka’s economic crisis risks starvation across the Island nation

Sri Lanka’s crippling economic crisis risks starvation across the Island nation of 22 million while acute shortages and blackouts will get worse, the speaker of parliament warned Wednesday. Scarce supplies of food and fuel, along with record inflation and blackouts, have inflicted widespread misery in the country’s most painful downturn since independence from Britain in […]

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ECP accepts PTI losing candidate’s writ petition

  MANSEHRA: PTI losing candidate for Tehsil Mayor Mansehra slot Kamal Saleem Swati Wednesday filed a petition in Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) against the rigging during local body elections. According to the details, ECP served notices to both parties and adjourned the hearing till 12th April 2022. PTI candidate for Tehsil Mayor slot Kamal […]

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Railways retrieve land worth Rs 4725 mln from illegal occupants

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways has retrieved land worth Rs 4725.796 million from the illegal occupants during the last year in an operation against the land grabbers across the country. “The encroachment operation is launched with the assistance of railway police and district administration of the provincial government,” an official in the Ministry of Railways said. He […]

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NCHD establishes 380 literacy centers across KP

ISLAMABAD: National Commission for Human Development (NCHD) has established 380 Literacy Centers across KP and the newly merged tribal districts where about 9000 Adult Illiterates were enrolled and imparted Literacy and Numeracy Skills successfully. The newly Literates were not only imparted Literacy and numeracy skills but emphasis was also given on social skills and character […]

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Accountability Court convicts two outlaws in housing scheme scam, fined Rs 120 mln

MULTAN: Accountability Court No-1 Multan convicted two accused for five year imprisonment each and imposed fine Rs 120 million in corruption case involving cheating public at large. According to prosecution, accused persons namely Malik Qadeer ul Hassan and Muhammad Ashraf, launched a housing scheme namely Kehkashan City in Mouza Jahingirabad Multan without approval of Multan […]

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Some myths about fast need to be addressed on priority: Mufti Asghar

ISLAMABAD: Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Member Mufti Ali Asghar Tuesday said there were some myths about fast in the public which needed to be addressed on priority. He said in the light of Shariah and Sunnah, fast could not be affected by involuntarily vomiting, swallowing spit, nocturnal emission, using hair oil, wearing Surma, removing unnecessary hair […]

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Speaker avoided to chair NA sitting on Apr 3 due to no-confidence motion

ISLAMABAD: Spokesman National Assembly Secretariat has strongly refuted news item circulating in media regarding Speaker National Assembly on the no-confidence motion against the Prime Minister and ruling of Deputy Speaker thereon. Spokesman has termed all such news, fabricated and baseless. He informed that the Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser had decided not to preside over […]

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US decided to punish disobedient Imran Khan: Russia

Moscow: Russia has criticised the US for making “another attempt of shameless interference” into the internal affairs of Pakistan, adding that it sought to punish a “disobedient” Imran Khan. Spokesperson of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova said, “Immediately after the announcement of the working visit of Imran Khan to Moscow on February 23-24 […]

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Property dispute claims woman’s life

FAISALABAD: A woman was killed while her spouse and son were injured over property dispute, in the jurisdiction of Dijkot police station. Rescue-1122 spokesman said on Tuesday the incident took place at Chak No 267-RB Jalandar last night on Monday where rivals shot dead Safia (42) and injured her husband Amjad (48) and son Bilawal […]

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Harper ft. mommy’s face: A tribute to Victoria Beckham

David Beckham and Victoria Beckham’s last born is giving a tribute to her mother’s pop star past. In pictures obtained by Daily Mail, Victoria’s only girl, Harper Seven, was seen in a Spice Girls jumper during her recent family trip. The Beckhams enjoyed one final weekend together just before the oldest child Brookly’s wedding on […]

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Collective efforts must for realisation of Quaid’s vision: President

ISLAMABAD: President Dr. Arif Alvi Tuesday said that collective national efforts must be made for the realization of the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to make Pakistan an Islamic welfare state.  He urged the need to disseminate information about the struggles and sacrifices of great leaders of the Pakistan movement to educate the younger […]

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48 factories registered in Islamabad during last 3.5 years

  ISLAMABAD: As many as 48 factories have been registered in the Federal Capital under Factories Act, 1934 during last three and half years. The government has fixed minimum Rs 20,000 wage as well as by the Chief Commissioner, ICT under Section-4 of the Minimum Wages Ordinance, 1961 for unskilled workers/ in all the Industries/Commercial […]

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Over 310 leading farmers trained on cotton production technology

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of National Food Security and Research, in collaboration with provincial governments, has initiated a comprehensive training program for cotton growers across the country in order to enhance crop output by introducing latest techniques of cultivation and best crop management practices. In this regard, over 310 leading farmers were provided training on cotton […]

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Ramazan timings for railways reservation offices issued

  The Pakistan Railways headquarters released the schedule of working hours at reservation offices on Monday. According to the new schedule, the ticket booking offices of the railways will work in two shifts till Ramazan 20. The first shift will be from 8am to 1pm. The second shift will be from 1pm to 6pm. The […]

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Commissioner visits Ramzan Bazaars

  LAHORE: Commissioner Muhammad Usman Younis on Monday visited Ramazan Bazaars at Shadman and Islampura to review arrangements and check rate lists. The commissioner inspected cleanliness, security and parking arrangements besides checking the quality of fruits, vegetables and essential commodities. He said the district administration had set up 32 ‘Ramazan Sasta Bazaars’ in the provincial […]

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Kashaf Alvi attends his book signing ceremony

It was a lively event since the author interacted one-to-one with the people who joined him whether to greet him or get his book. Alvi also taught them how to say some common words in sign language for example how to say a thank you in sign language. Shortly, the event fulfilled the purpose of […]

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Wheat smuggling bid foiled

MULTAN: The district administration on Monday foiled an attempt to smuggle 350 bags of wheat to other provinces at Shujaabad Interchange here. According to the Directorate General of Public Relations (DGPR), the district administration has a strict policy against the illegal transportation of wheat. Deputy Commissioner Amir Karim directed the Food Department to put up […]

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Four snatchers arrested, 6 stolen motorcycles recovered

PESHAWAR:City police on Sunday busted a four-member gang of bike snatchers and recovered six stolen motorcycles from their possession. According to details, a complainant Imtiaz Khan lodged a report in Shahpur police station and said that two unknown bike-riders snatched his motorcycle on gunpoint near Pakha Ghulam area and ran away. Shahpur police conducted raids […]

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Opposition protests over rejection of no-confidence motion against PM

ISLAMABAD: The opposition parties on Sunday protested in the National Assembly after Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri rejected their joint resolution for a vote of no-confidence against Prime Minister Imran Khan following the emergence of an international conspiracy in the regime change plot. Despite the House being prorogued, opposition lawmakers stayed in the assembly hall […]

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CM holds farewell meeting with staff

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar Sunday held a farewell meeting with the staff members of the Chief Minister’s Office and thanked them. He acknowledged their services and appreciated them for performing their duties vigilantly, said a handout issued here. Usman Buzdar told the staff that he would never forget their love, adding that […]

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Nation to decide country’s fate in next elections: Qureshi

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Sunday said the nation would decide the country’s fate in the next elections. The horse-traders and those involved in selling their loyalties would no more be able take a decision about Pakistan’s future, he said while talking to a private television channel. The minister said the National Assembly […]

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President Alvi approves PM’s advice to dissolve NA

ISLAMABAD: President Dr. Arif Alvi Sunday approved the advice of Prime Minister Imran Khan to dissolve the National Assembly. The president accorded his approval to the prime minister’s advice ‘under Article 58 (1) read with Article 48(1) of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan’, the President Secretariat Press Wing said in a press […]

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Omar Sarfraz Cheema appointed as Governor Punjab

ISLAMABAD: President Dr. Arif Alvi on Sunday appointed Omar Sarfraz Cheema as Governor Punjab under Article 101 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973. The decision came after the removal of Mohammad Sarwar from the position of Governor of Punjab on the advice of Prime Minister Imran Khan, said a press release […]

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Gold Rate In Pakistan Today, 3rd April 2022

Gold Rate in Pakistan today on 3 April 2022 is being sold for Rs. 110940 per 10 grams, and the price of Gold is Rs. 129400 per tola in Pakistan today. Gold Rate In Pakistan Today Karachi is the main hub of the gold market, in Pakistan, Karachi is leading for the gold price, every […]

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Conspiracy to give impression of differences between govt, national institutions will fail: Fawad

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Saturday said that the conspiracy to give impression of differences between the government and the army would fail. In a tweet, he said that those who were claiming that by opposing the Ukraine war, Chief of Army Staff has opposed Russia. He asked them to […]

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ASI stabbed to death, killer arrested in Bara

BARA:A policeman stabbed to death during duty hours at Qambar Khel check post last night, police said on Saturday. According to details, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Israr Afridi was on duty at Qambar Khel check post when he received the call. The caller asked him to listen to his complaint outside the check post. Responding the […]

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121,552 people provided emergency services in March

LAHORE: The Punjab Emergency Service Department (PESD) rescued 121,552 victims while responding to 125,943 emergencies with an average response time of seven minutes across Punjab during the last month. A monthly review meeting, held at Emergency Services Headquarters here on Saturday, was informed that the rescue teams responded to 35,519 road traffic accidents, 72,576 medical […]

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Man allegedly kills brother’s wife over land dispute

MULTAN:A person allegedly opened fire and killed his brother’s wife over land dispute near grid station Vehari road here on Saturday. According to Rescue officials, an outlaw had land dispute with his brother’s wife namely Naseem Bibi w/o Faiz Nabi Qasim resident of Zikriya town on which he opened fire and killer her near at […]

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Fawad congratulates the nation on cancellation of Shahbaz Sharif’s bail

ISLAMABAD:Minister for Information, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Saturday congratulated the nation on acceptance of the application for cancellation of Shahbaz Sharif’s bail. In a tweet, he said the hearing of the petition would be done arguments on Monday. He expressed the hope that a decision on cancellation of bail of Shehbaz Sharif would be taken […]

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Imran Khan, the last hope for Pakistan: more celebrities came up for the support

After the opposition submitted the no-trust motion against the prime minister on March 8, several of the premier’s celebrity supporters have been professing their loyalty towards him. Many recently took to Twitter and Instagram to declare their support for Khan. Maya Ali shared her thoughts, saying there was “only one” man in politics who really […]

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Election’s results reflect people’s confidence in PM’s leadership

  PESHAWAR: Special Assistant to Chief Minister Mahmood Khan Barrister, Muhammad Ali Saif said that, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) had gained a clear lead in the second phase of local bodies’ elections which reflected people’s confidence in the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chief Minister Mahmood Khan. In a statement issued here on […]

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US warns India against unreliable Russia

The US has warned India against warming up to Russia, ahead of a visit by Moscow’s top diplomat to press New Delhi to resist Western pressure to condemn its invasion of Ukraine. India has abstained from UN resolutions censuring Moscow and continues to buy Russian oil from its “longstanding and time-tested friend” and biggest supplier of arms. But Delhi shares Western […]

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Code of conduct violation: ECP gives PM 10 days to file reply

ISLAMABAD: On Friday, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) gave Prime Minister Imran Khan ten days’ time to submit his reply to a notice served on him over an alleged violation of its code of conduct. As an ECP bench resumed hearing of the case, it was informed that PM Khan’s lawyer is busy and […]

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Usman Buzdar’s resignation letter not accepted yet, says Governor Punjab

LAHORE: The Punjab Governor House on Friday rejected reports regarding Chief Minister Usman Buzdar’s resignation that he had submitted to Prime Minister Imran Khan on March 28 has been accepted. A  spokesperson for the Governor House said in a statement that, Governor Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar has not yet accepted the chief minister’s resignation.  Usman Buzdar […]

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5.5 million jobs created during Imran’s rule: Farrukh

ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Farrukh Habib said on Friday that according to a new Labour survey, Prime Minister Imran Khan’s government created 5.5 million jobs in three years, despite the worst effects of the corona pandemic. In a tweet, he said the figure was more than the total jobs created during […]

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