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Engineers, doctors among thousands of skilled Pakistanis employed abroad in first quarter of 2025
Saudi Arabia led with 121,970 Pakistani workers in 2025, followed by Qatar, Oman, and the UAE as key destinations
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Karachi hospitals set up heatstroke wards amid intense heatwave
Civil and Skin hospitals see patient surge; Jinnah sets up 22-bed heatstroke ward with full staff and supplies.
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PM announces civil awards for overseas Pakistani investors
Shehbaz Sharif says overseas Pakistanis are playing the role of ambassadors for our country.
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Govt to form high-level committee to address PPP concerns over canal project
Meetings between party leaders are likely to take place in both Karachi and Islamabad in the coming days.
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Met Office predicts no rain for Punjab as heatwave intensifies
In Lahore, temperatures are expected to range between 22°C and 40°C, with humidity levels dropping to just 20%
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Doctors' strike continues in Rawalpindi against hospital privatisation
Polio and dengue eradication efforts in Rawalpindi also temporarily halted.
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NDMA issues heatwave alert from April 22 to 27
Countrywide alert issued for heatwave expected from April 22-27, warning of dry and hot weather in most regions.
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Govt bans use of fine nets in coastal waters
Fine nets threaten extinction of 35 fish species, including shrimp, warns fishermen's leader
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Punjab to make fitness certificates mandatory for motorcycles
The bill is expected to be presented in the Punjab Assembly shortly
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Pakistani pilgrims to receive VIP treatment during Hajj: Minister
The announcement comes amid longstanding complaints from pilgrims about poor arrangements
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Pakistan sees 20-month growth streak in food export, total hits $5.75bn
Basmati and sugar exports rise sharply, lifting Pakistan’s total food exports despite mixed trends.
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JUI-F refutes reports about decision on PTI alliance
JUI-F says no official stance yet on PTI alliance; media reports do not reflect party’s position.
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Traders announce shutter-down strike on April 26
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has announced a nationwide strike on April 26
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Cop martyred as terrorists attack polio team in South Waziristan
The attack occurred just a day after PM Shehbaz Sharif launched the second nationwide anti-polio campaign of 2025
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WATCH: Caracal cat sighted for the first time in Cholistan desert
The caracal is listed among Pakistan’s endangered wildlife species.
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Ice melts in Pak-Afghan ties, security lags
Dar's Kabul visit eases trade tensions, yet refugees, TTP issues remain unresolved
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Minister briefs Saudi envoy on anti- beggary measures
Naqvi says Pakistan keen to combat transnational crimes
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PM hails record 9.38% YoY surge in textile exports
Pakistan recorded $13.7 billion in textile exports during the first nine months of FY25, PBS data reveals.
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Pakistan, UAE sign multiple agreements to boost bilateral ties
UAE deputy PM expressed appreciation for the warm hospitality extended during his visit
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More than 80 peacocks die in Tharparkar as mysterious illness spreads
Local reports confirm hundreds of peacocks in Tharparkar are showing signs of fever, flu, and dehydration.
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JI announces nationwide strike on 26th over Gaza
Hafiz Naeem demands opening of Hamas office in Pakistan
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A blessing in disguise for PPP
Leaders believe controversy is helping party reconnect with its core base
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Pakistan, Rwanda agree to deepen defence, trade ties
Both sides expressed satisfaction with the progress in bilateral relations
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Hajj 2025: City-wise vaccination schedule for pilgrims
Proof of vaccination is now a prerequisite for Hajj package registration.
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Ayub slams media curbs, censorship
Opposition leaders decry erosion of free expression
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Justice Mansoor Ali Shah takes oath as acting CJP
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah assumes the role during the absence of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi
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PPP, PML-N two faces of same coin: PTI
He said that the provincial government would never compromise on the people's rightful ownership of mineral resources
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Karachi weather: No let-up in heatwave as high temperatures hold
Meteorological Department says the heatwave in Karachi is expected to persist for the next two days.
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PTI panel divided over Swati verdict
The report was to be sent by the committee to Imran Khan, which was made public prematurely.
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CM Maryam forms committee to fund film production
Approves plans for school, studio, post-production lab
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Inter exams put off by nine days
Officials attribute postponement to change in XI results due to grace marks, absence of board chairman
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Two Bajaur schools run with one teacher
These lone teachers are forced to manage all academic and administrative responsibilities singlehandedly.
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Naran gets ready to welcome tourists
NHA clears Kaghan Highway of glaciers, work in progress to open road to Babusar
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BISE Peshawar cracks down on cheating
Two schools blacklisted, 37 exam staff removed; fake duty scams uncovered
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Underqualified doctors head public hospitals
Experts believe appointing inexperienced administrative officers is one reason health issues in rural Sindh
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Roadside masseurs: A challenging profession
Various green belts and intersections transform into makeshift massage stations at night
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Heatwave grips Karachi
Temperatures soar to 40.4 degrees Celsius, relief expected only by Wednesday
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Four dead, nine hurt in K-P rains
PDMA confirmed that the deceased included two men and two women.
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Live chicken missing from shops despite price revision
Vegetable, fruit consumers also face overcharging
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Empress Market gets parking lot
Mayor says will try to take control of KMC Parking Plaza from KDA
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Coolers gain popularity as AC prices soar
Temporary stalls offering special dry grass refills for old room coolers pop up across markets
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Anti-canals strike across Sindh
Lawyers' sit-in on Baburlu bypass in Khairpur enters third day on Sunday
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Moot urges human-centric climate solutions
Sadia Dada highlighted the disconnect between high-level policy discussions and community-level engagement.
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Authorities enforce waste management regulations
Violators will face legal action and fines under the regulations without further notice.
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Scottish delegation explores Taxila's cultural heritage
Visit serves as meaningful step towards promoting cross-cultural understanding
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Plan afoot to clear drains ahead of monsoon
Rs200 million allocated for drain cleaning operations in Rawalpindi.
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Edu boards increase registration fees
The registration process is scheduled to begin without a late fee on May 29, 2025.
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Easter weekend brings crowds to parks
The parks' administration had also built new swings for Easter and had tightened the security system.
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Schools to get Rs342m for operations
Edu dept issues funds for April-June quarter
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Digital media reshapes wedding traditions
The average cost of a wedding in Pakistan has skyrocketed.