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FIA blocks overseas travel for 10 officials in NCCIA corruption case

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has barred 10 officials, including two additional directors, from traveling abroad in connection with a corruption scandal at the...
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FIA arrests 14 in Gwadar for illegal sea route to Iran

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Composite Circle Gwadar has arrested 14 suspects attempting to illegally travel to Iran via sea, officials confirmed. According to an...
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Pakistan re-elected to OPCW Executive Council for 2026-28

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Pakistan has been re-elected to the Executive Council of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) for the 2026–2028 term, the Ministry...
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PTI leader Omar Ayub declared absconder, passport and ID suspended

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Islamabad’s Anti-Terrorism Court has declared former opposition leader Omar Ayub an absconder in connection with the October 4 protest case, court officials confirmed. During the...
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Sindh seeks World Bank support for Karachi circular railway, high-speed train

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The Sindh government has appealed to the World Bank for support on two major transport projects the Karachi Circular Railway and the Karachi-Sukkur High-Speed...
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Pakistan reaffirms green transport vision on World Sustainable Transport Day

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Pakistan marked World Sustainable Transport Day by reiterating its commitment to building a cleaner, smarter and more resilient transport system that supports economic growth...
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ADB approves $48 million boost for Balochistan water project

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an additional $48 million in financing for Pakistan to support a major water resource project in Balochistan,...
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PTI divided over whether to appear before Federal Constitutional Court

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has not yet decided whether it will pursue its cases before the newly established Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), formed under the...
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Pakistan proposes regional maritime dialogue to tackle shared ocean challenges

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Pakistan has proposed the creation of a permanent Regional Maritime Dialogue bringing together countries from the GCC, Central Asia and Africa to coordinate on...
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Pakistan Railways to outsource 11 more trains; open auction set for December 3

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Pakistan Railways has decided to outsource an additional 11 passenger trains under its public–private partnership initiative, aiming to improve travel facilities and upgrade services...
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Dubai Airshow 2025 breaks record with over $202 billion in deals

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The Dubai Airshow 2025 has set a new global aviation record by securing deals worth more than US $202 billion, nearly double the volume...
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Sindh Govt plans amendments to local government law

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The ruling Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in Sindh is preparing to introduce amendments to the province’s local government law, officials said. Experts from the...
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Xi takes China to forefront of global climate governance

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BEIJING: The northern Chinese city of Ordos, once thriving on the "black gold" of its vast coal reserves, is now emerging as an unlikely...
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia agree to boost security cooperation

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Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held an important meeting with his Saudi counterpart, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, in Riyadh, where both...
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Punjab Home Department launches ‘partner in peace’ initiative

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The Punjab Home Department has issued an extraordinary circular urging citizens and institutions across the province to become “Partners in Peace” to support the...
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Islamabad ATC declares PTI leader Shibli Faraz ‘proclaimed offender’

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Islamabad’s Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has declared Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shibli Faraz a proclaimed offender in two cases. The hearings relate to the February...
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PAC-I meetings stall amid PTI resignations in Punjab Assembly

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The strategy of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to withdraw from key assembly committees is beginning to affect public interest, with the Public Accounts Committee-I (PAC-I)...
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PTI yet to decide on Constitutional Court boycott: Salman Akram Raja

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has not yet made a final decision on whether to boycott the newly established Federal Constitutional Court, according to the party’s...
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Huge avalanche hits Hunza Valley following ulter glacier collapse

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A large section of the Ulter Glacier in Hunza broke off yesterday, triggering an avalanche that swept through parts of the valley. Ulter Glacier...
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LHC division bench suspends Sheikh Rasheed’s Umrah permission

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The Lahore High Court (LHC) Division Bench has suspended a single bench order granting former Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed permission to perform Umrah. The...
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Civil Aviation Authority criticized for delaying airline license renewal

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Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has come under criticism as a delay in license renewal has brought Syrian Airlines’ operations to a halt, leaving...
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Peshawar police register FIR after deadly assault on FC HQ

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A case has been registered at the CTD police station following the terrorist attack on the Federal Constabulary (FC) headquarters in Peshawar yesterday. The...
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Justice Rizvi warns: Gutka more dangerous than cigarettes

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The Federal Court has dismissed an appeal challenging the Gutka Act, reaffirming the ban on the chewing tobacco product. A two-member bench, headed by...
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Adiala Jail denies Imran Khan operating x account from prison

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A significant development has emerged regarding the request to suspend the X (formerly Twitter) account of PTI founder Imran Khan, as the Superintendent of...
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Fazlur Rehman rejects 27th Amendment, calls it “forced and fake”

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Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman strongly rejected the 27th Constitutional Amendment on Monday, calling its approval “forced and fake” and saying it...
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Iqrar-ul-Hassan goes viral as anniversary photo sparks debate

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Pakistani host and well-known investigative journalist Iqrar-ul-Hassan has once again become the center of social media attention due to matters related to his personal...
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Hamza Ali Abbasi backs rapper Talha Anjum in Indian flag controversy

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Pakistani actor Hamza Ali Abbasi has come forward in support of rapper Talha Anjum after controversy erupted over the artist waving the Indian flag....
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Mahira Khan praises Shah Rukh Khan’s humility and work ethic

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Pakistan’s celebrated actress Mahira Khan has praised Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, calling him a humble and deeply dedicated artist. In an interview with...
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Premier League shock: player sent off for fighting his own teammate

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A highly unusual incident occurred in the Premier League when a player was shown a red card for fighting with his own teammate. The...
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International Boxing Championship kicks off in Lahore

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The second International Boxing Championship officially began in Lahore, marking a major moment for professional boxing in Pakistan. The global-level event is being organized...
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Ronaldo’s body age revealed: 12 years younger than his real age

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A new scientific report has revealed surprising insights into the extraordinary fitness of Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. While the world already admires his...
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Xi says China, U.S. should keep up momentum in ties, move forward in right direction

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BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that China and the United States should keep up the momentum in ties, and keep moving...
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Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization makes significant original contributions to global sustainable development: report

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BEIJING: The formation and development of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization have contributed Chinese wisdom and solutions to the global sustainable development predicament,...
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Salman Ali Agha breaks Rahul Dravid’s 26-year record

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Pakistan T20 captain Salman Ali Agha has broken a 26-year-old world record previously held by former Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid, after playing the most...
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Lahore Qalandars extend PSL partnership for another 10 years

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Lahore Qalandars have renewed their franchise agreement with the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for an additional 10 years, officials announced on Monday. The renewal followed...
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Tennis star Aisam-ul-Haq announces retirement after two-decade career

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Pakistani tennis legend Aisam-ul-Haq officially announced his retirement on Monday during the inauguration of the ATP Challenger Cup in the federal capital, bringing an...
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PSB overturns ban on Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem’s coach

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The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) adjudicators have overturned the suspension imposed on coach Salman Butt, who trains Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem, declaring the...
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Pakistan hosts first ever international Quran recitation competition

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Pakistan is hosting its first-ever International Quran Recitation (Qirat) Competition, officials announced on Monday, marking a historic milestone for the country. Speaking at the opening...
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Pakistan to Establish Federal Cybersecurity Authority

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The federal government of Pakistan has decided to establish a Cybersecurity Authority at the national level, officials said on Monday, aiming to strengthen protection...
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Pakistan joins global digital economy forum, advances in cryptosystem policy

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Pakistan has secured membership in the World Economic Forum (WEF), marking a significant step forward in the country’s engagement with the global digital and...
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Constitutional Court to open registries in all provinces

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The Federal Constitutional Court has decided to establish its registries in all four provinces as part of ongoing institutional restructuring, officials said on Monday. According...
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Constitutional Court drops IHC Judges’ appeals over non-pursuit

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The Federal Constitutional Court on Monday dismissed the intra-court appeals filed by five judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) in the judges’ transfer...
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PM Shehbaz orders end to export development surcharge, approves major reforms to boost exports

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday ordered the immediate abolition of the Export Development Surcharge, directing ministries and departments to implement comprehensive reforms aimed...
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Peshawar Suicide Attack on FC Headquarters Foiled; Three Terrorists Killed

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A pre-planned terrorist assault on the Frontier Corps (FC) Headquarters in central Peshawar was thwarted on Monday morning after security forces killed all three...
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ECP Stops victory notification of Bilal Choudhary over code of conduct

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The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Monday halted the victory notification of Bilal Choudhary, brother of Minister of State Talal Choudhary, over allegations...
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Govt restrictions, FBR portal shutdown triggered sugar price hike, Says PSMA

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The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has attributed the recent rise in sugar prices to the closure of FBR portals, government-imposed dealer controls, and...
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Casualties feared after explosion in Pakistan’s Peshawar: police

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ISLAMABAD: Casualties are feared following an explosion on Monday morning near the headquarters of the Federal Constabulary in Peshawar, the provincial capital of northwest...
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KP Special Branch upgraded to counter-terrorism and intelligence hub

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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has approved the establishment of the Special Branch as a fully specialized unit with a separate cadre, officials said. The...
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FIA stops passenger trying to fly to Europe with fake documents

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration stopped a passenger attempting to travel illegally to Europe at Islamabad International Airport, officials said. According to authorities, the...
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Karachi faces 88 million gallon water shortfall amid power outages

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The Karachi Water Corporation has reported a severe drop in water supply in November due to ongoing electricity outages, resulting in a total shortfall...
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Bannu police foil multiple terror attacks, kill 14 militants in recent operations

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The Bannu police have successfully foiled multiple terrorist attacks in the region, with operations resulting in the killing of 14 high-profile militants and injuries...
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Air pollution alert in Lahore as winds bring smoke from India

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Senior Punjab Minister Maryam Aurangzeb has warned that air pollution in Lahore could rise due to winds carrying smoke and pollutants from Indian cities...
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Punjab CM orders suspension of contractors over poor sanitation

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Punjab Chief Minister Mariam Nawaz Sharif has expressed strong dissatisfaction over poor sanitation in several cities and ordered the immediate suspension of payments to...
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Imports of car assembly kits surge 123%, boosting local auto market

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Imports of vehicle assembly kits in Pakistan have surged 123% compared to last year, driving increased activity in the local auto market, official data...
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Constitutional Court to hear PTI’s election fraud petition on Nov 25

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The Federal Constitutional Court has scheduled a hearing on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) petition regarding alleged election fraud for November 25. A five-member larger bench has...
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Shraddha Kapoor injured on set; filming paused after toe fracture

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Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has fractured a toe during the shooting of her upcoming film, forcing the production team to temporarily halt filming. According to...
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Taylor Swift tops list of world’s most deepfaked celebrities

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American pop star Taylor Swift has emerged as the most targeted public figure in deepfake scams worldwide, according to a new report by cybersecurity...
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Talha Ahmed, Shiraz Among Top Honourees at Minar-e-Pakistan Event

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A special ceremony for the National Youth Excellence Awards was held during the three-day public gathering at Minar-e-Pakistan, celebrating young Pakistanis who have excelled...
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Former judge claims business interests influenced Miss Universe 2025 outcome

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Miss Mexico Fatima Bosch may have celebrated her coronation as Miss Universe 2025, but the celebration was quickly overshadowed by serious allegations from a...
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PTI Says Official X Account Not Operated by Party Information Wing

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Central Secretary Information Sheikh Waqas Akram has clarified that the party’s information wing has no connection with the PTI’s official X...
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Jamaat-e-Islami will not field candidates until election schedule, Says Hafiz Naeem

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Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has announced that the party will not field any candidates until the schedule for national elections is...
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Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli strikes in Gaza

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Pakistan has strongly condemned the latest attacks by Israeli occupying forces in Gaza, terming them a grave violation of international law and a blow...
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Brake failure claims six lives in ravine accident near Abbottabad

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Six people, including two college students, were killed after a vehicle plunged into a deep ravine near Bagnu Ter, police and eyewitnesses said. The accident...
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Police kill suspect wanted in child abduction cases in Rawalpindi encounter

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Police in Rawalpindi shot dead a suspect during a late-night encounter in Ratta Amral, authorities said. Three suspects opened fire on a police party,...
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Pakistan strengthens global ties at EU Indo-Pacific Forum

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held multiple high-level meetings with international counterparts on the sidelines of the 4th EU...
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ANF seizes over 56 kg of drugs in nationwide raids, two arrested

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The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has recovered 56.750 kilograms of drugs worth over Rs 43.7 million in a series of nationwide raids targeting smuggling near...
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Islamabad sees rapid rollout of M-Tag on thousands of vehicles

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The installation of M-Tags on vehicles in Islamabad is progressing efficiently, authorities said on Saturday. According to the district administration, a total of 3,636 vehicles...
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Bannu police foil major terror plot, save local bridge from bomb attack

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Police in Bannu successfully prevented a major terrorist attack early Friday morning, stopping militants from blowing up a key local bridge in the Basiakhel...
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Pakistan, D-8 officials discuss media cooperation, fake news, cultural ties

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Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar met with Ambassador Asyaka Abdul Qadir Imam, Secretary-General of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, to discuss enhanced...
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Rawalpindi launches automated E-challan system through safe city cameras

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The twin city of the federal capital has activated its automated e-challan system from today, marking a major shift toward technology-driven traffic enforcement. According to...
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SCO establishes 100 IT centres in AJK, GB, marking major digital breakthrough

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The Special Communication Organization (SCO) has established 100 modern IT centres across Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), in what officials describe...
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Pakistan’s unemployment rate nears 7% under revised labour survey framework

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Pakistan’s unemployment rate is expected to climb to nearly 7 percent in the latest Labour Force Survey (LFS) 2024–25, rising from 6.3 percent recorded...
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KP security forces kill 17 terrorists in coordinated Bannu operations

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Security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu region have killed 17 terrorists, including three key commanders, during a series of intelligence-driven operations over the past...
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Pakistan, India Set to Clash on February 15 in T20 World Cup 2026

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The possible date for the high-profile Pakistan-India clash in the T20 World Cup 2026 has been revealed, according to Indian media reports. Despite tensions...
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High-Level committee approved for Pakistan-Hosted South Asian Games

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Pakistan has made significant progress in preparations for hosting the South Asian Games next January, with the government approving a high-level committee to oversee...
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Pakistan to face Bangladesh in Rising Stars Asia Cup Final

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Pakistan Shahins will take on Bangladesh A in the Rising Stars Asia Cup final on Sunday after edging past Sri Lanka A by just...
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PM directs PPP model for railway property, land management

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting on Pakistan Railways at the Prime Minister’s Office in Islamabad, reviewing ongoing modernization, digitalization, and...
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Federal Court to hear Islamabad HC Judges’ intra-court appeal on Nov 24

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The Federal Shariat Court has scheduled the hearing of an intra-court appeal filed by five judges of Islamabad High Court challenging their recent transfer. A...
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Pakistan connected to global internet network with new submarine cable

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Pakistan has taken a major step toward enhancing its digital connectivity with the deployment of the SeaMeWe-6 (SMW-6) submarine cable, officials said on Saturday....
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ECP issues code of conduct for Army, Civil Armed Forces for upcoming by-elections

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The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued a detailed code of conduct for Pakistan Army and Civil Armed Forces personnel assigned to duty...
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Mexico’s Fatima Bouch crowned Miss Universe 2025 amid pre-final drama

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Mexico’s Fatima Bouch was crowned Miss Universe 2025 in a dramatic finale held in Thailand, overcoming pre-final controversies and emerging as a crowd favorite. The...
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Princess Diana wax figure unveiled in Paris Museum

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A wax figure of Princess Diana has been unveiled in a Paris museum, quickly becoming a focal point for visitors and admirers. The statue features...
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Actor Hasan Ahmed reveals harrowing 35-day kidnapping

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Pakistani actor and model Hasan Ahmed has shared a detailed account of his 35-day kidnapping, describing the ordeal as one of the most traumatic...
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PSL announces auction date for two new franchises

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The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has announced the auction date for two new franchise teams, marking a significant step in the league’s expansion plans. According...
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Delhi air pollution forces U-23 Cricket matches to move to Mumbai

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has shifted the upcoming Under-23 One-Day tournament matches from Delhi to Mumbai due to severe...
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Ashes history made as first wicket falls at zero for both teams

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The 2025 Ashes series between Australia and England witnessed a historic first on the opening day of the first Test in Perth. For the...
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PCB incentivizes franchise investment in cricket development

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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has announced new cash incentives for Pakistan Super League (PSL) team owners, aiming to boost investment in...
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PM Shahbaz reviews private sector Plans for industrial growth

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif chaired the first review meeting of the committee formed by the private sector to promote industrial development in Pakistan....
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KP CM files petition against ECP summons in Peshawar High Court

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Suhail Afridi has filed a petition in the Peshawar High Court challenging his summons by the Election Commission of Pakistan...
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Netherlands envoy, Human Rights Minister discuss enhanced cooperation

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The Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Robert-Jan Siegert, paid a courtesy call on the Federal Minister for Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer...
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TikToker’s father rescued in Kot Addu desert operation; four kidnappers Killed

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Police in Kot Addu recovered the abducted father of a well-known TikToker after an intelligence-driven operation in the Thal desert, during which four kidnappers...
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Taxila police arrest four-member ‘Bali Gang’ involved in robberies, motorcycle theft

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Police in Taxila have arrested a four-member gang, known locally as the Bali Gang, believed to be involved in multiple incidents of robbery and...
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Fugitive murder suspect arrested in Dubai, returned to Lahore

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Lodhran police have arrested a most-wanted murder suspect, Zoalfqar Ali, from Dubai and transferred him to Lahore, more than a decade after he fled...
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ANF conducts nationwide raids, Seizes drugs worth Rs375 million

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The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has carried out a series of nationwide operations against drug smuggling, resulting in the seizure of 417.69 kilograms of narcotics...
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Karachi police arrest extortionists threatening factory and showroom owners

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Karachi law enforcement agencies have arrested four extortionists, including the main suspect who made threatening phone calls, in a crackdown against the city’s extortion...
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PHC says KP CM responsible for safety of peace jirga participants

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The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has emphasized that ensuring the safety of individuals attending peace jirgas falls under the responsibility of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa...
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Seven Killed in Terror Attack on Peace Committee Office in Bannu

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At least seven people were killed and one injured when armed attackers opened fire on a peace committee office in Huwai, Bannu, late on...
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KP CM writes to CM Punjab, protests alleged restrictions on Imran Khan’s Adiala Jail meetings

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Khan Afridi has written a formal letter to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, expressing strong concern over what he...
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Government orders major reshuffle in Establishment Division

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The federal government has carried out a major reshuffle in the Establishment Division, transferring and reassigning several key officers as part of a broad...
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Pakistan observes World Fisheries Day as fisherfolk face rising hardships

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Pakistan is observing World Fisheries Day today, joining countries across the globe in highlighting the centuries-old profession that continues to sustain millions of people....
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