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Expert fears dengue outbreak in Pindi
Urges residents to remove stagnant water from within, outside households
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Saudi Arabia ‘yet to decide’ number of Hajj pilgrims from Pakistan
Saudi govt will take Pakistan into confidence before making a final decision, clarifies minister for religious affairs
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Indian embassy officials quarantined after testing positive for Covid-19
One spouse of IHC official tested positive for virus after Pakistan conducted RAT, says FO spokesperson
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'Just struggle': Massive crowds voice solidarity with Palestine in Karachi
Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh among others address the rally
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Cold weather in China kills 21 in ultramarathon, sparks outrage
Race kicked off 9am (0100 GMT) with runners clad in t-shirts and shorts under overcast skies
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'Few reports' of heart issue in US young people after Covid vaccine
There are ‘relatively few reports of myocarditis’ primarily in adolescents and young adults, says CDC
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Protests held across UK to observe Kashmir Martyrs' Day
India’s false narrative on Kashmir falling down, says TeK UK President Fahim Kayani
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Sindh educational institutions to remain closed till further orders
Minister Saeed Ghani says academic institutions will continue online classes amid surge in Covid-19 cases
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New CPEC road network to improve access to Iran: Asim Bajwa
Gwadar port becoming hub of economic activities under the multibillion-dollar project, says CPEC Authority chairman
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Nawaz remained tight-lipped over Israeli atrocities due to offshore assets: Fawad
Terming it ‘blatant lies’, Maryam tweets a video showing PML-N supremo condemning aggression on Palestinians
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Another 2 million doses of Sinovac shots flown in from China
Pakistan has received over 13m doses of Sinopharm, Sinovac and CanSino vaccines so far, according to sources
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Gaza truce holds as Israel admits Jewish visitors to flashpoint site
Police report no unusual incidents at the al-Aqsa mosque compound
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Analysis: Retail investors learn to love the crypto rollercoaster
For Bettencourt, the photographer, the ups and downs of crypto are part of its appeal
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Two Covid shots effective against India variant
Lifting of remaining coronavirus restrictions is due to take place from June 21
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Bitcoin falls to $34,156
Ether, the coin linked to the ethereum blockchain network, dropped 11.5% to $2,031.96
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No tax increase for salaried class in budget, says Tarin
Finance minister also downplays controversy over the provisional economic growth rate of 3.94%
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Covid-19 cases on decline in Punjab: Yasmin Rashid
Health minister says six new vaccination centres being set up in province; warns vading precaution could worsen spread
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India’s capital Delhi to ease Covid-19 restrictions as cases drop
For weeks, India has battled devastating second wave of Covid-19 that has crippled its health system
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Pakistan ready to rebuild Gaza, work with Palestine
Pakistan would extend all possible support to the reconstruction efforts in Gaza, cooperate with Palestine
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Nisar to take oath as member Punjab Assembly tomorrow
Says boycotting by-election, leaving political turf unoccupied would be a major political mistake
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Qureshi meets US lawmakers, discusses bilateral relations
FM appreciates Congressional Caucus for improving relations between Pakistan, US
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AKU honours graduates at global convocation
Melinda Gates commends varsity for its leadership in improving health, empowering women
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Dissolution of RRR fact-finding committee puts probe in jeopardy
Members indecisive after dispute over first report; no notification for reconstitution of body
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Literacy rate stagnates at 60%: survey
Food insecurity expanded in first Covid wave: PSLM
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Agency and urgency: the climate conundrum
If the Earth has to stay, both agency and urgency must change
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Govt to grant industry status to rice mills to boost exports
Aims to achieve $5b target over the next four years against the current $2.1b
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3m without IDs may miss out on Covid-19 jabs
Only Pakistani nationals or immigrants who have either CNIC or official refugee status can receive the jabs.
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SMBs turn to digital platforms to fight Covid
SMBs have been hit particularly hard due to their vulnerability to economic shocks.
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Ministers defend NAC decision
Umar says assessment made with consensus; Tarin says Pakistan witnessed growth despite tough IMF programme
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Opp slams govt over ‘unrealistic’ figures
Shehbaz Sharif says growth rate was 5.8% in PML-N’s tenure as compared to PTI’s 3.9%
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NCOC issues guidelines for tourism sector
Tourism sites to be opened from Monday under strict coronavirus SOPs.
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Judges in contention
The appointment of judges has remained a point of contention amongst the bar councils and judiciary for over a decade
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Fistula afflicts around 5,000 women annually in Pakistan
“Thousands of women are cut off from society due to the illness, are being forced to live an isolated life”
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Dispute resolution act implemented
Law doesn’t apply to North Waziristan district
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Lending a bionic hand
Two students transformed their university project into a successful business that creates prosthetic arms
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Unpacking Literary Culture
Content, no matter how lofty and sublime, is not enough to make an exceptional literary artefact.
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Paralysed by uncertainty and indecision
The ever-changing policies on CIE’s examination decision has left both parents and students frustrated and anxious
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Vulnerable and unprotected
Child sexual abuse cases are steadily on the rise in Pakistan and both boys and girls are vulnerable to such abuse
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The perils of premature victory
Infectious disease expert Dr Faheem Younus demystifies what went wrong with the second Covid-19 wave in India
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Pakistan asks US help arrange Covid vaccine
Qureshi says holds discussion with US Congressmen on Afghan peace, Covid situation and Kashmir
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FO takes up vaccine issue with Saudi govt
Kingdom refuses to allow entry to Pakistani Hajj pilgrims who had Chinese jabs
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US considered nuclear strike on China over Taiwan in 1958: documents
Former military analyst Ellsberg disclosed classifies portion of a top-secret document on Taiwan crisis
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Watch: Greta Thunberg aims to change how food is produced
Climate crisis, ecological crisis and health crisis, they are all interlinked, says climate activist
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Soldier martyred in terrorist attack from Afghanistan
Pakistan Army troops responded in a befitting manner, says ISPR
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Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators march in Britain
Protesters call for imposing sanctions on Israel with some were draped in Palestinian flags
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Nepal president dissolves parliament, new election in November
Statement says neither caretaker PM KP Sharma, nor opposition leader Bahadur were able to demonstrate a majority
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Pentagon chief unable to talk to Chinese military leaders despite repeated attempts
Despite tensions, US military officials have long sought to have open lines of communication with Chinese counterparts
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Aga Khan University honours graduates at global convocation
667 students in three continents received their degrees and listened to speeches by the Aga Khan and Melinda Gates
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ECP draws govt’s ire over tweet on EVMs
State minister demands CEC explain sharing of controversial video
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Arts Council Karachi opens up vaccination facility for KPC members, media workers
Media workers can get themselves vaccinated between 10 am till 4 pm from Monday to Saturday
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Chair in hand, woman stands up to mob in Karachi
Viral footage captures harassment incident as police probe alleged attack on music academy
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At a crossroads: Pakistan’s soda ash industry
As rising costs and cheaper imports squeeze local producers, one of Pakistan's oldest industries faces a defining test
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PVARA chief and Mufti Taqi Usmani discuss crypto, Shariah considerations in ‘constructive’ meeting
Saqib says digital asset policy should follow Islamic principles while embracing emerging technologies
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Pakistan welcomes delegates of 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women from July 12-13
The conference is expected to host around 190 delegates from the 57 OIC member states
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Total HIV cases at Karachi’s KBV hospital rise to 80 as preteen, toddler test positive
Parents demand justice, treatment for children
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia urge restraint amid renewed US-Iran tensions
FM Dar, Faisal bin Farhan voice concern over escalating hostilities, back dialogue and mediation despite Islamabad MoU
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64 terrorists neutralised in Balochistan's Operation Shabaan so far: security sources
102 terrorists killed in Operation Shabaan, other IBO's since July 5
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BESS key to Pakistan's energy transition, grid stability: power minister
Says battery storage technology offered immense potential to strengthen isolated grids in G-B
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PMD issues advisory over GLOFs, flash floods and landslides in northern areas
Advises residents, visitors in snow-bound and glaciated valleys to stay away from riverbanks
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Five killed in family feud shootout in K-P's Lakki Marwat
Rescue 1122 spokesperson says longstanding murder dispute between families triggered incident
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FM Dar stresses improved port connectivity to maximise Pakistan's economic benefits
Says Pakistan's strategic location an 'asset' for regional connectivity
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Pakistan's ambassador to US gifts 'Trionda' football to World Bank president
Pakistan-made World Cup ball underscores country's global sports manufacturing prowess
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POL prices jacked up by nearly Rs14 after brief respite
Petrol up Rs13.18, diesel Rs13.80 per litre as global oil rally returns
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PM calls on stakeholders to recognize urgency of population rise, promote sustainable development
Says responsible, prudent population planning and management form the foundation of a welfare-oriented society
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NDC claims Qureshi unhappy with PTI leadership
PTI, TTAP reject account but senior leaders admit wider concern
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PSX rebounds over 980 points on geopolitical hopes
KSE-100 closes at 182,242 amid oil price ease; banking stocks lead rally
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Gold prices fall after rise, silver remains on upward trend
On Thursday, gold prices rose by Rs3,600 locally
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World Bank approves $375.9m for Pakistan’s grid stability project
Project is first phase of 10-year programme to modernise electricity transmission network, reduce power outages
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PM task force rules out new ports
Committee implements 84 reforms in two years to unlock blue economy
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Oil heads for weekly gain as Middle East supply risks persist
Brent futures are up 19 cents, or 0.25%, at $76.49 a barrel
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Pakistan, Turkey target trade of $5b
Current annual trade at $1.236b, ECO CCI president proposes joint business meeting
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IT sector exports could reach $15b in five to ten years, seminar told
Panelists at the seminar highlighted specific sectors with export potential
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Persistent selling caps PSX near 180,000
KSE-100 index falls 370 points, or 0.20%, amid geopolitical jitters
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Envoy, FinMin explore capital market avenues
Discussions also focused on strengthening engagement with international investors
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Seafood exports jump to $568m
Despite disruptions, shipments grow on better compliance with food safety standards
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Trade with Russia to cross $1b
Energy minister underlines need for deeper economic, transport connectivity
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Manufacturing recovery to be narrow-based
Textiles, autos, cement to lead as lower interest rates revive activity, say analysts
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Remittances hit $41.5b without structured support
Inflows up 8.6% despite Middle East tensions, but experts warn of policy gaps
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ADB cuts growth forecast to 3.7%
Raises inflation to 8.3%, warns of 10% US tariff risk
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PSX extends losing streak as KSE-100 sheds nearly 370 points
Market activity remained healthy despite the subdued performance, with 471 million shares traded in the KSE-100 Index
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Floods in Bangladesh kill 44, leave over a million stranded
Flooding across seven districts strands 267,918 households; Power outages, broken communications slow relief efforts
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Iran's supreme leader vows revenge for slain father and predecessor, calls it 'the nation's demand'
An exchange of attacks between US and Iranian forces this week has raised doubts over the truce
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Iran FM arrives in Oman for Hormuz talks as US seeks secure shipping passage
Iran pledges to avenge blood of all martyrs of two wars from the 'criminal and disgraced killers'
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Boat carrying tourists capsizes off Vietnam's Phu Quoc island, killing 15 Indians
Twenty-one survive after vessel carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists, has accident
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US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit
Municipal workers forced to halt electricity project as separate attacks target farmland in Nablus, Ramallah, Jenin
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Death toll from US strikes on Iran rises to 17
The attacks also wounded 115 others, including two women
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Pakistan, US cite 'significant progress' in Washington trade talks: FO
Andrabi says both sides ironing out differences, building convergence, with view to early conclusion of agreement
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Ebola cases climb to over 1,800 in DR Congo as virus spreads to 4th province
Health authorities declare disease spread to new Haut-Uele province in northeastern Congo after seven deaths confirmed
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North Korea condemns NATO summit, says denuclearisation should start with US allies
Pyongyang accuses alliance of pursuing exclusive geopolitical interests at expense of peace, security
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Pentagon releases new videos of UFOs
Latest release contains 40 files, including 14 documents, 19 videos, 4 audio recordings, and 3 images
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Hundreds of thousands evacuated as Typhoon Bavi barrels towards China
Typhoon still potent risk due to moisture held within rain bands spanning size of France
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India, New Zealand elevate ties to strategic partnership during Modi’s visit
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hosts Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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At least 12 killed, 23 missing in forest fire in Spain's Almeria province
Fire burns more than 9,883 acres, described by authorities as 'worst' in Andalusia
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Death toll from Venezuela twin earthquakes surpasses 4,000
More than 16,700 injured, thousands displaced since powerful June 24 quakes, top official says
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Algeria battles 119 wildfires, farm, palm grove blazes in 24 hours
One forest fire remains active at Guigba, in Kalaa Bousbaa commune of northeastern Guelma province
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Pak women U-19 named for SA T20s
The five-match series will be played from July 14 to 24
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Johan Botha joins Netherlands men's team
He joins them for their Cricket World Cup League 2 games
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Rain hands West Indies series win over Sri Lanka
The hosts completed their first home Test series triumph for four years
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World Cup exit puts another nail in USA's fun
They crashed out of the tournament against Belgium
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Egypt file complaint against referee
The Pharoahs loss 3-2 to Argentina in a controversial game
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Djokovic sets up Sinner blockbuster
He survives Wimbledon's longest quarter-final against Felix Auger-Aliassime
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England quicks star as India suffer record T20I defeat
They slumped to a mammoth 125-run defeat in the second 3rd T20I
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Eight teams remain in the hunt for glory
A heavyweight line-up set to do battle in the quarter-finals from Thursday
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De Minaur gutted after Wimbledon exit
His run ended with a 7-5 7-6(4) 6-3 defeat against Cobolli
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Messi inspires Argentina in stunning late comeback to see off Egypt
Egypt came close to a World Cup upset after goals by Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico, despite Messi missing a penalty
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Argentina fightback to beat Egypt
They came from behind to secure a stunning 3-2 victory
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Argentina's gruelling World Cup schedule a concern for Scaloni
He insists that the champions should be given more rest in the final stages
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Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream
Charles De Ketelaere scored a brace in 4-1 victory
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Britain's Fery stuns Dimitrov
He clinched the game with a 7-5, 3-6, 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (10/7) win
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Huzaifa, Huzaima clinch Padel Ranking Cup
Meheq and Asfa clinch the title in women’s category












































































































