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Federal Constitutional Court suspends Quetta local government elections

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The Federal Constitutional Court has issued a stay on the local government elections in Quetta on Wednesday. The hearing was conducted by a three-member bench...
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Alleged merit violations reported in Hajj Khuddam recruitment process

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Government employees who applied to serve as Khuddam-ul-Hajj (Hajj volunteers) for the next year have filed complaints alleging serious violations of merit in the...
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Lahore High Court refers 18 Punjab Property Ownership Act cases to full bench

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The Lahore High Court (LHC) has referred 18 additional petitions challenging actions under the Punjab Property Ownership Act to a full bench, after the...
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ECP hearing against KP CM Sohail Afridi Postponed to January 13

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Peshawar: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has postponed the hearing of a case against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Shehnaz Omar...
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Govt to earn Rs 55 billion from PIA privatization, says Adviser

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Adviser to the Privatization Commission, Muhammad Ali, along with Federal Minister for Information Ata Tarar, said at a press conference that the government prioritized...
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Digital media played key role during Pak-India tensions, Says Federal Minister

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Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar has said that digital media played an effective and important role during the recent tensions between...
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Islamabad traffic police reports 45% drop in violations in 2025

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Islamabad Traffic Police have released their performance audit report for the year 2025. According to the report, traffic violations decreased by 45 percent, while the...
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Over 1.5 million tourists visit Azad Kashmir in 2025

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The scenic Kashmir valley known for its lush green mountains, dense forests, waterfalls, flowing rivers and historical sites continues to attract tourists from across...
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Punjab CM says court stay will benefit land grabbers

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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday reacted strongly to the suspension of a bill aimed at resolving long-pending property disputes within 90 days,...
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Chairman easypaisa highlights scale and capital gap in Pakistan’s tech sector

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Board Chairman of easypaisa Irfan Wahab Khan said Pakistan’s technology sector does not suffer from a lack of ideas but faces serious challenges in...
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Pakistan Stock Exchange ranks among world’s top-performing markets

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Positive outcomes of the government’s economic reforms have begun to emerge in Pakistan, with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ranking among the world’s best-performing...
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Usman Dar moves LHC to remove name from Exit Control List

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Former federal minister Usman Dar has approached the Lahore High Court seeking removal of his name from the Exit Control List (ECL). A bench headed...
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Sargodha gets advanced cardiology facility after major investment

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The Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology in Sargodha has been completed, marking a major milestone in healthcare infrastructure for the Sargodha division. The hospital,...
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New rainfall system expected in Punjab from December 27

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After passing through Punjab, a rain-bearing weather system has moved on, bringing the region back to dry and cold conditions. Dense fog continues to affect...
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Justice rules workplace harassment jurisdiction not limited to office

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The Lahore High Court on Tuesday has upheld the decision of the Punjab Ombudsman to terminate the employment of the Director of Management at...
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Five drug dealers killed in alleged police encounters in Lahore

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Five suspected drug dealers were killed in alleged police encounters in Lahore during operations by CCD Chohung and CCD Iqbal Town, police said on...
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Punjab moves to recognise visually impaired as persons with disabilities

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The Punjab government has decided to formally include visually impaired individuals in the official list of persons with disabilities, aiming to extend legal recognition...
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ECP summons officials over alleged rigging in NA-185

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The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Tuesday summoned the Returning Officer (RO), District Returning Officer (DRO) and District Police Officer (DPO) in connection...
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Five policemen martyred in firing on police van in Karak

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Five police personnel were martyred after unidentified attackers opened fire on a police mobile in Karak district, police said on Tuesday. According to police officials,...
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NAB probes over Rs 40 Billion Railway land fraud across Pakistan

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Investigations have been launched by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) into a massive fraud involving over Rs40 billion in illegal leases and land grabs...
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Customs seize smuggled Iranian fuel worth Rs165 million in Karachi

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Pakistan Customs Enforcement in Karachi seized Iranian smuggled petroleum products valued at Rs165 million during a long-duration, intelligence-based operation at the Northern Bypass, officials...
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Govt Sindh expands rabies control program with 250 centers

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The government of Sindh has announced the expansion of its rabies control program, establishing 250 treatment centers across the province and planning 20 additional...
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SBCA declares Oyster Towers unsafe, dozens of govt officers at risk

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Dozens of government officers, ranging from Grade 18 to 20 and their families are facing sudden displacement after the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA)...
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Intermittent rain, snow forecasted across northern and central Pakistan

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Intermittent rainfall has begun in northern and central areas of Pakistan, with meteorological authorities forecasting more rain and snow over the coming days. According to...
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Erdogan attends commissioning of Pakistan Navy’s PNS Khyber

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The commissioning ceremony of Pakistan Navy’s second MILGEM-class ship, PNS Khyber, was held at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard in Türkiye, with Turkish President Recep...
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Rare snow leopard family spotted in Hunza’s Passu Area

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In a rare and remarkable sighting, a female snow leopard was seen with her three cubs in the Passu area near Hunza, wildlife experts...
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Govt revises net metering policy for solar users nationwide

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The government has reportedly decided to revise the net metering policy for solar power consumers across the country, introducing a new regulatory framework aimed...
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Police destroy 17 bandit hideouts in Rajanpur operation

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Police destroyed 17 hideouts of suspected bandits during an overnight operation in the Katcha area of Rajanpur, as a joint action by Punjab and...
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FIA arrests LESCO official red-handed over bribe in Lahore

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a LESCO official red-handed while allegedly receiving a bribe for providing a new electricity connection, officials said. According...
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Fake currency scam reported at wedding ceremony in Kotri

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An unusual incident involving fake currency notes was reported during a wedding ceremony in Kotri, causing financial loss to the event’s organizers, police and...
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KP police to acquire advanced weapons, drones to counter terror threat

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police have decided to procure additional modern weapons and surveillance equipment to strengthen counter-terrorism operations across the province, according to official...
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Over Rs8,400 billion transferred to KP in 15 Years: Federal govt

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The federal government has informed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) that over Rs8,400 billion in funds have been released to the province over the past 15...
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Kohistan scam suspect Qaiser Iqbal seeks Rs14 billion plea bargain

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Qaiser Iqbal, the central accused in the Kohistan financial scandal, has submitted a plea bargain request to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) for Rs14...
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Government aims to boost SME exports, create jobs: PM

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has emphasized that increasing exports is essential for Pakistan’s economic growth. Chairing a review meeting on national exports, the Prime...
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KP govt showcases high-tech innovations in health and education

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government held a high-end technology and product development exhibition at the Chief Minister’s House, showcasing local innovations in healthcare, education, and...
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Pakistan IT exports surge 19% in first five months of FY 2025-26

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Pakistan’s IT exports have shown remarkable growth, positioning the country as an emerging digital power in the region, thanks to effective policies by the...
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FIA off-loads two passengers airport over fake visas at Islamabad

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration wing intercepted two passengers attempting to travel abroad on fake documents at Islamabad Airport. The operation led to...
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Asifa Bhutto inaugurates free cardiac hospital in Shaheed Benazirabad

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First Lady and Member of the National Assembly Bibi Asifa Bhutto Zardari on Friday inaugurated the Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) Shaheed Benazirabad,...
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Govt unveils plan to make Kohsar Complex clean and smoke-free

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The government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to transform the Kohsar Complex into a clean, green and smoke-free government facility, focusing on improved cleanliness,...
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Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana-II case

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The Special Judge Central, Arjumand Shah sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison each in...
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Commerce Minister launches Pakistan’s first horticulture podcast

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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Friday inaugurated the first-ever podcast series launched under the Ministry of Commerce, aimed at promoting innovation,...
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Rain brings relief to Balochistan After long dry spell

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After a prolonged dry period, rainfall has finally arrived in Balochistan, bringing relief and pleasant weather to several parts of the province. Light rain was...
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Massive forest fires erupt across Hazara Division

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A massive forest fire has broken out at multiple locations across the Hazara Division, engulfing large stretches of dense woodland and nearby areas, prompting...
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Dense fog shuts motorways across Punjab

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Several cities across Punjab remain under the grip of dense fog, severely reducing visibility and forcing the closure of key motorways at multiple points. According...
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Matiullah Jan Challenges drug, terror charges in Islamabad High Court

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Senior journalist Matiullah Jan has challenged a trial court order in the Islamabad High Court, seeking the dismissal of drug-related charges in a case...
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Moderate earthquake jolts Islamabad and surrounding areas

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Islamabad and several parts of northern Pakistan were shaken by an earthquake on Saturday night, triggering brief panic among residents, though no casualties or...
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Pakistan, Tajikistan agree to strengthen cultural and media ties

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Pakistan and Tajikistan have agreed to enhance cooperation in cultural and media sectors and promote stronger public engagement between the two countries. Federal Information Minister...
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Atta Tarar says Toshakhana-II 17-year sentence to follow £190 million case term

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Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar confirmed that the 17-year prison sentence in the Toshakhana-II case against former PTI leader Imran Khan and his wife...
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Sindh govt seeks federal help to track Karachi extortionists abroad

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The Sindh government has written to the federal authorities seeking assistance in apprehending extortionists operating from abroad, following an increase in complaints from builders...
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Pakistan, Australia pledge to strengthen bilateral ties and trade

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Ambassador Tim Kane, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Australia, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister's...
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Pakistan urges global action against India over Indus Waters Treaty violations

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Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister has called on the international community to take urgent action against India over what Islamabad describes as...
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President Zardari welcomes UN report condemning India’s actions

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President Asif Ali Zardari has welcomed the report issued by United Nations human rights experts, which raises serious concerns over India’s military actions against...
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Islamabad IG grants direct powers to SHOs for financial fraud cases

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In response to a rising number of financial fraud and transaction-related cases, the Islamabad Inspector General (IG) has announced a major procedural change. Under the...
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Flour prices spike in Quetta, citizens struggle to cope

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Flour prices in Quetta have surged dramatically, adding to the hardships of citizens already burdened by rising inflation. Market sources reported that in a...
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Customs enforcement seizes smuggled goods worth Rs 240 million in Quetta

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Quetta Customs Enforcement has seized smuggled goods valued at approximately Rs 240 million, officials said on Friday. The confiscated items included skimmed milk powder, auto...
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KP CM blames federal govt for tribal district development delays

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said on Friday that the lack of development in tribal districts is due to the federal government’s failure...
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PM calls for removal of encroachments to improve urban infrastructure

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that cities and towns cannot be properly designed or provided with improved infrastructure unless encroachments are removed,...
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Punjab moves to tighten laws against land grabbing, property fraud

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The Punjab government has finalized preparations for strict new legislation aimed at curbing land grabbing and fraud in the buying and selling of residential...
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IHC approves early hearing plea in Khawaja Asif-Shaukat Khanum case

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The Islamabad High Court on Friday approved a request for early hearing filed by the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf against a sessions court verdict...
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Massive forgery uncovered in Karachi sub-registrar office

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Karachi authorities have uncovered large-scale forgery in property records at the Sub-Registrar Office in Jamshed Town. A high-level inquiry revealed 24 fake sale deeds...
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Three drug dealers killed in alleged police encounters in Lahore

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Lahore police said three suspected drug dealers were killed in alleged encounters with the Counter Crime Department (CCD) in Batta Pur and Iqbal Town...
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ITF calls on PM to stop PIA privatisation

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The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) has written a letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, urging the government to immediately stop the privatisation process...
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Islamabad police arrest inter-provincial gang leader after encounter

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Islamabad police have arrested the leader of an inter-provincial criminal gang after he was injured during a police encounter in the limits of Tarnol...
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Federal Minister holds meeting on Chaman border trade challenges

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Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, held a high-level consultative meeting with leaders, traders, and community representatives from Chaman District and the Chaman...
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KP launches work on circular rail project linking major cities

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Work has begun on the Circular Rail Project aimed at connecting major cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with the provincial capital through a modern rail...
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Climate crisis now a core economic threat: (BIPP) report

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LAHORE: Climate change is no longer just an environmental concern but a growing economic and governance challenge for Pakistan, speakers warned at the launch...
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Motorways closed at multiple points due to heavy fog

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Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Severe fog in parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has disrupted traffic, prompting authorities to close several motorway sections. According to...
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ANF seizes over Rs77 million worth of drugs in nationwide raids

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The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has recovered drugs worth over Rs77 million during a nationwide crackdown on smuggling, officials said. Two suspects, including a woman,...
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Police interrogate 16 held over clashes near Adiala Jail

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Police have begun a formal investigation into suspects arrested for violence, disorder and resistance against law enforcement during a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest outside...
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Sindh Police launch online tenant registration system

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Sindh Police have introduced an online registration application for recording tenant information across the province as part of ongoing efforts to digitise policing and...
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Shehbaz Sharif calls for wider use of RAAST platform

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to further accelerate efforts aimed at promoting a cashless economy across the country. The prime minister issued the...
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LHC declares snooker clubs legal businesses

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The Lahore High Court has declared the business of running a snooker club as lawful and legitimate, ruling that it is a legal recreational...
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KP launches Host Programme to promote tourism, create jobs

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has launched the Host Programme under its home-stay initiative to promote tourism, generate employment for local communities and support economic...
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Crimes against women, children are red line, says Maryam Nawaz

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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday said that crimes against children and women were her “red line” and pledged zero tolerance against...
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Winter vacations announced for federal educational institutions

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The federal government has announced winter vacations for all federal government educational institutions. According to a notification issued by the Federal Directorate of Education, winter...
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Punjab expands relief under Apni Chhat Apna Ghar loan scheme

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The Punjab government has announced additional facilities for beneficiaries of the Apni Chhat Apna Ghar programme, including rebates on early repayment of interest-free housing...
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Islamabad High Court removes Justice Tariq Jahangiri over degree issues

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The Islamabad High Court has declared the appointment of Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri illegal and ordered his removal from office, citing issues with his...
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IMF rejects Pakistan’s request to remove GST on contraceptives

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has rejected Pakistan’s request to immediately remove the 18 percent GST on contraceptives, officials said. According to sources, the Federal...
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Armed Forces pay tribute to Lance Naik Muhammad Mahfuz

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The Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Baber Sidhu, and Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf paid tribute to...
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GB Assembly elections postponed amid harsh weather

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The Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections have been postponed due to severe weather conditions affecting the region. According to the Election Commission, an all-parties conference was held...
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Federal Minister calls for AI integration in education at Bahria University

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Federal Minister for Board of Investment (BOI), Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, addressed the AI Summit at Bahria University Islamabad as the Chief Guest, emphasizing that...
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World Bank lauds Pakistan’s efforts in resolving LNG challenges

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Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting today with the World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, Ms. Bolormaa Amgaabazar, to discuss...
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NDMA issues smog alert for major cities across Pakistan

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The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a warning about the likely increase in smog across several regions of Pakistan. According to an NDMA...
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Thousands of Pakistanis deported abroad for begging: FIA reveals

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The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Rights, chaired by Aga Rafiullah, was briefed on the alarming trend of Pakistanis being...
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Goods transport strike disrupts raw material supply to industries

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The ongoing goods transport strike has disrupted the supply of raw materials to industries, raising concerns over potential shutdowns across the country. Hammad Ponawala, President...
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IBCC proposes new technical and agriculture groups at matric level

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The Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC) has proposed the introduction of two new educational groups at the matriculation level, focusing on technical and...
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Power Minister Discusses Sector Reforms and Renewable Transition with ADB

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Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, met with a delegation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) led by Leah Gutierrez, Director...
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Pak-Tajik cultural festival to kick off in Islamabad tomorrow

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The opening ceremony of the Pak–Tajik Cultural Festival is scheduled to be held tomorrow (Thursday) at the Convention Centre Islamabad, as Pakistan and Tajikistan...
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Punjab govt develops five-year strategy to counter violent extremism

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Punjab government has prepared a comprehensive and practical five-year strategy aimed at preventing violent extremism across the province. The strategy was developed under the Punjab...
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IHC reviews reports on drug-free educational institutions

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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday reviewed compliance reports submitted by relevant authorities in a case concerning the elimination of drugs from educational...
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NDMA dispatches 100 tons of relief goods for Palestine

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On the instructions of the Prime Minister of Pakistan, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday dispatched another consignment of humanitarian aid for...
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Punjab launches modern fruit and vegetable markets

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A new era of public shopping has begun in Punjab with the introduction of modern fruit and vegetable markets across the province, aimed at...
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ATC reserves verdict in Matiullah Jan terrorism case

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An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has reserved its verdict in the drugs and terrorism case against senior journalist Matiullah Jan after hearing arguments...
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KP Chief Minister, Four MPAs declared proclaimed offenders

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An Islamabad court has declared Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Soheil Afridi and four other members of the provincial assembly as proclaimed offenders in two...
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Pakistan extends airspace ban on India until January 23

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Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian flights, keeping its airspace closed to India for another month. The Pakistan Airport Authority, with government approval, issued...
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PM vows zero tolerance against terrorism on APS anniversary

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed the government’s zero tolerance policy against terrorism, saying decisive action would continue until the complete elimination of...
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Public Action Committee stages strike against load shedding

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The Public Action Committee has launched a shutter-down strike across all four districts of the Poonch division in protest against prolonged electricity load shedding. According...
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NA IT committee questions NCCIA performance on digital laws

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The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on IT and Telecom raised questions about the performance of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) during a...
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FIA, NCB Interpol nab murder suspect from Saudi Arabia

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in coordination with NCB Interpol has arrested a fugitive wanted in a murder case from Saudi Arabia and brought...
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IHC bars deportation of Afghan national pending decision on POR card

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The Islamabad High Court has issued a temporary order preventing the deportation of Bakhti Jan to Afghanistan until the Ministry of Interior decides on...
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