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Heavy rains to continue in Punjab till Sunday
More hail and thunderstorms also likely in Islamabad, Pindi and several districts across Punjab, including Lahore.
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Punjab finalises bill to regulate acid sale to protect women
Violations will carry serious penalties, including up to three years in prison and a fine of Rs500,000
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Sindh bans use of plastic bags across province
The ban will take effect 60 days after its approval by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah during a cabinet meeting.
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Saddar Bird Market embroiled in dispute
Residents cite encroachments, while traders insist they have legal rights to use the space for their businesses.
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Govt skips fuel price cut, redirects funds to Balochistan projects
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made the announcement during a federal cabinet meeting on Tuesday.
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Muhammad Ali Durrani demands justice, compensation for Pakistani labourers killed in Iran attack
The senior politician and former federal minister, along with his wife, visited the homes of labourers from Bahawalpur
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Sindh approves 20% grace marks for intermediate students in Karachi
The decision comes in light of a report submitted by a sub-committee formed by the Sindh Assembly earlier this year.
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At least two killed, 16 injured in Hazara bus crash
The incident occurred on Tuesday when a Rawalpindi-bound passenger bus veered off the road and plunged into a drain.
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Sindh govt to cancel registration of old, unsafe commercial vehicles
Karachi to get 34 electric, 5 double-decker buses by June; 100 more buses, 500 e-taxis also planned: Sharjeel Memon
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Four Pakistanis among 11 dead after migrant boat sinks off Libya: FO
Foreign Office activates Crisis Management Unit as efforts continue to identify remaining Libya boat tragedy victims.
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Govt announces special courts, university quota for overseas Pakistanis
PM Shehbaz hailed the diaspora at the Overseas Convention while also announcing plans to build an airport in Mirpur.
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'Even ten generations of terrorists can't harm Pakistan': COAS Munir
Army chief reaffirms unity, resilience, and strength of overseas Pakistanis during historic convention in Islamabad.
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Pakistan considers first-ever US crude oil imports to ease trade imbalance
Pakistan may import up to $1b in US crude, matching its current oil and refined product imports, says refinery exec
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Fitch upgrades Pakistan’s credit rating from CCC+ to B-
This marks Pakistan’s first upgrade in nearly six years.
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Rain, thunderstorms expected in various regions
Met department warns of potential landslides in Murree, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Galiyat.
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Imran Khan’s sisters denied visit once again
Imran’s sisters denied entry to Adiala jail while attempting to pass through the Gorakhpur checkpoint
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No mention of Imran khan by US delegation: NA speaker Ayaz Sadiq
PTI’s Gohar Ali Khan alleged his party was sidelined, but the speaker insisted all leaders had been invited.
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CB questions need for judges' transfers to IHC
Bench hears petitions on IHC reshuffle IHC judges seniority plea made lead case Court issues notices on stay app
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IMF concludes Pak visit, set to propose transparency reforms
The key positions are said to be mostly filled with people having allegiance to the political leaderships.
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Court allows medical examination of Imran Khan
The decision was announced by Special Judge (Central) FIA Islamabad Shahrukh Arjumand.
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Imran Khan open to talks, claims Azam Swati
Swati said Imran was deeply concerned about the country's future and the wellbeing of coming generations.
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Lt Gen (r) Nigar Johar appointed brand ambassador for women empowerment
The announcement came during an event titled SHE Leads – A Tribute to Women.
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10 killed in trailer-van collision in K-P's Karak
The bodies were transported to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Karak
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Small aircraft crashes near Vehari, no casualties reported
This is the second incident involving a light aircraft in the region recently
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Three Balochistan Constabulary personnel martyred in Mastung IED blast
The incident occurred as the Balochistan Constabulary vehicle was en route from Kalat.
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Supreme Court CB questions distribution of super tax funds to provinces
A five-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, heard the case.
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Petrol price expected to drop by Rs8.50 per litre
The final decision is set to be made later today after the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA).
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Fire at Karachi's Korangi Creek extinguished after 18 days
The blaze, which began on March 29 following a 1,200-foot-deep borehole drilling
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NADRA revises age guidelines for NICOP holders
Updated rules allow applicants to request changes through the Pak ID mobile app
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CB seeks reports on forest lands
Laments that Pakistan is continually losing forests
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Several cops dismissed over drug links
Action follows murder of local PML-N leader who campaigned against peddlers
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Sadiq reaffirms parliament's support for overseas Pakistanis
He urged overseas Pakistanis to share their concerns so the government could respond with effective solutions.
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K-P slams Centre over withheld funds
Barrister Saif says CM Gandapur's request ignored
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Imran tells LHC facing political vendetta
Earlier, on November 27, 2024, an anti-terrorism court (ATC) dismissed all his bail applications.
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Senate sub-committee okays divorcee support bill
The bill was moved by Senator Samina Mumtaz Zehri
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US rescue for Imran unlikely, PTI told
The minister revealed that the perspective emerged from recent interactions with US officials
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Pakistan eyes reset in Afghanistan ties
High-level visits being planned to revive bilateral talks, Senate panel told
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Traffic diversions announced for HBL PSL
Drivers are encouraged to use service roads linked to the Expressway and Srinagar Highway to avoid congested areas.
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Pakistan sees alarming spike in violence against children
SSDO report shows 7,608 cases in 2024, conviction rates below 1% for most offences
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PM hails record $4.1b remittances in March
FY25 inflows expected to reach $38 billion
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US weapons used in train hijacking: WP
US weapons used in train hijacking: WP
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NA resolution salutes Gaza martyrs
Says Israel's aggression is a failure of the international community
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President, PM offer Vaisakhi greetings
US Congressional delegation visits Kartarpur Corridor
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Diaspora celebrates culture at Lok Virsa
Delegation of overseas Pakistanis enjoy live folk performances
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Storytelling event pays tribute to Faiz
Three-day event concludes at PNCA with a captivating performance of 'Dastan-e-Faiz'
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PPP finalises preparations for Hyderabad rally against Indus River projects on April 18
Rally to commence at 6 pm on Friday, under the leadership of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.
 
    
































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