10 h. ago Ancient artefacts returned to Pakistan after years of diplomatic efforts

A collection of priceless ancient artefacts, which were recovered in Italy, has been returned to Pakistan following a lengthy effort to restore cultural items that were illegally removed from the country. The repatriation marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two nations, according to the Pakistani Embassy in Rome. The artefacts, which […]

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61 h. ago DFP denounces NIA for opposing bail plea of Shabbir Ahmed Shah

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party (DFP), a constituent of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference, has strongly condemned India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA) for opposing the bail plea of its illegally detained President, Shabbir Ahmed Shah, despite his deteriorating health condition. According to Kashmir Media Service, in a statement issued in Srinagar, DFP […]

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2 d. ago Benson Boone cancels Birmingham concert due to throat illness

BIRMINGHAM – American singer-songwriter Benson Boone cancelled his concert in Birmingham, England, just an hour before showtime on Saturday, citing illness. In a heartfelt statement shared on Instagram, the Beautiful Things singer apologised to his fans, explaining that his throat condition had worsened despite his efforts to recover. “I have tried everything I can to […]

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4 d. ago Saudi Arabia shortens Umrah visa validity to 30 days before entry

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced new amendments to the Umrah visa regulations, under which visas will now be automatically cancelled 30 days after issuance if the pilgrim has not entered the Kingdom within that period, Al Arabiya reported. The new policy, which takes effect next week, reduces the visa […]

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5 d. ago Govt prioritises for documenting economy to sustainable national economy: BOI minister

Federal Minister for Investment, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh on Thursday said that the government prioritized the documented economy for the smooth functioning of a country’s trade to a sustainable national economy. Business community and traders play an pivotal role in the national economy and illegal trade is a non traditional threat to national security, Federal Minister […]

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5 d. ago Six indicted over Illinois immigration protest involving Democratic candidate

CHICAGO – Six individuals, including Democratic congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh, were indicted Wednesday for allegedly impeding a federal officer during a protest at an immigration detention facility in Broadview, Illinois, last month. According to federal prosecutors, the incident occurred on September 26, when demonstrators surrounded a government vehicle driven by a federal agent as it […]

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6 d. ago New requirement for Pakistanis leaving the country on work visas

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has introduced a new rule requiring Pakistanis traveling abroad for employment to submit an affidavit signed by a Grade 18 or 19 government officer. This affidavit must confirm that the traveler will only work at the specified job location and will not attempt to enter Europe illegally. Recent reports […]

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7 d. ago Punjab CM orders FIR against landlords renting, leasing property to illegal foreigners

Punjab chief minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired a sixth consecutive meeting on law and order in Punjab, in which Punjab Government decided to register FIRs against all individuals who rent or lease property to illegal foreign nationals, including Afghans residing unlawfully in Punjab, besides submitting a daily report on houses, shops, factories, hotels, petrol pumps […]

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7 d. ago Punjab decides action against landlords renting property to illegal foreigners

CM Maryam Nawaz chairs 6th law and order meeting, decides FIRs registration against those renting, leasing property to illegal Afghans or other foreigners Daily reports sought on rented houses, shops, factories, and hotels across Punjab LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday chaired her sixth consecutive meeting on law and order, during which the […]

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7 d. ago Customs seize marijuana, ecstasy worth Rs. 114 million at Karachi airport

KARACHI: Pakistan Customs at Jinnah International Airport successfully intercepted two drug smuggling attempts, seizing illicit substances worth Rs. 114 million at the International Mail Office. In the first operation, officers detected 1.69 kg of marijuana, valued at Rs. 52 million, concealed in a parcel from Thailand, which was falsely declared as containing ‘amulets.’ In the […]

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8 d. ago Washington seminar calls for global action to end illegal Kashmir occupation

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Speakers at a seminar in the United States have urged the international community to take concrete action to end India’s military occupation of Jammu and Kashmir and ensure the right to self-determination for the Kashmiri people. The event, titled “The Tragedy of October 27: When Kashmir Was Occupied,” was organised by the World […]

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8 d. ago On Kashmir Black Day, President and PM say peace hinges on resolution

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), calling for a just resolution of the long-running dispute in line with UN Security Council resolutions. In their separate messages on the occasion of Kashmir Black Day, observed on […]

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8 d. ago Sanam Marvi enthrals Parisians at Theatre de la Ville, Paris

PARIS: Pakistani folk, sufi and spiritual singer, Sanam Marvi enthralled a jam-packed audience on Sunday with her performance at the Theatre de la Ville, Paris. The concert, which was co-organized by Embassy of Pakistan and Theatre de la Ville, provided a rare opportunity to Parisians to listen to a Pakistani singer known not just for […]

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8 d. ago Kashmiris observe Black Day to protest India’s illegal occupation

ISLAMABAD — Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control (LoC) and across the globe are observing Black Day today (Monday) to condemn India’s illegal occupation of Jammu and Kashmir and to urge the world to take notice of the ongoing human rights violations in the region. October 27 marks the day in 1947 […]

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9 d. ago President calls for India’s accountability over HR violations in IIOJK

President Asif Ali Zardari called upon the international community, particularly the United Nations and global human rights organizations, to hold India accountable for its grave and systematic human rights violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), to bring an immediate end to the ongoing Indian atrocities in the occupied territory and to actively […]

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9 d. ago Amir Muqam reiterates Pakistan’s unwavering backing for Kashmiris’ cause

KARACHI: Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan and SAFRON Engineer Amir Muqam said on Sunday that Pakistan would continue its political, moral, and diplomatic support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) until they achieved their right to self-determination. Addressing a joint press conference with All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) leaders […]

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9 d. ago PAC orders probe into 25irregularity cases from Usman Buzdar era

LAHORE – The Punjab Public Accounts Committee (PAC-III) has ordered a comprehensive investigation into 25 cases of alleged financial irregularities committed during the tenure of former Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar (2018–2022). According to official sources, the directive followed findings from the 2021–22 audit report, which uncovered serious violations in District Health Authorities, including illegal […]

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1 week ago Mayor cancels multiple development contracts over undue delay

Mayor Karachi, Barrister Murtaza Wahab, has directed the immediate cancellation of multiple development contracts due to unwarranted delays in execution and completion. He also announced the formation of Rapid Response Teams to undertake emergency rehabilitation and road repair works across the city on a fast-track basis. A high-level review meeting was held at the Karachi […]

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1 week ago ATC quashes NAB office attack case against CM Maryam, husband

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Friday approved a police request to cancel the case registered over the alleged attack on the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) office against Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, her husband Captain (retd) Safdar Awan, Prime Minister’s Adviser Rana Sanaullah, and several other Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leaders. ATC Judge Arshad Javed […]

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1 week ago Cabinet body on law reviews steps taken to evacuate illegal Afghans

Punjab Health Minister and Chairman Cabinet Committee on Law and Order Khawaja Salman Rafique has said that elements promoting extremism on social media are being dealt with an iron hand. He expressed these views while chairing the 39th meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Law and Order held at the Punjab Home Department on Friday. […]

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