4 h. ago Bilawal slams PM Shehbaz for slow progress on Karachi’s water

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, criticized Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for unequal development. He said Punjab enjoys Shehbaz’s fast action, but Karachi faces slow progress. Bilawal spoke at the New Hub Canal inauguration, highlighting Karachi’s long-standing water problems. He said it is unfair for Punjab to get “Shehbaz speed” while Karachi […]

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4 h. ago PTI Senator Ejaz Chaudhry’s health worsens, transferred to hospital

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Ejaz Chaudhry’s health worsened while in Kot Lakhpat Jail. Authorities transferred him to Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) for urgent medical tests. His lawyer, Rana Mudassir, said Chaudhry suffers severe kidney infection and has seven stones in his kidneys. Despite treatment in jail, his condition didn’t improve, and he lost […]

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11 h. ago BISP striving to empower youth, promote skill training for dignified livelihood: Senator Rubina

The Youth Development Association (YDA) in partnership with ICAN and BRIDGEHOME by Beaconhouse Tuesday organized an impactful seminar under the

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17 h. ago President urges intensified efforts to safeguard minority rights

President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday urged intensified efforts to safeguard minority rights, promote religious tolerance, and ensure the restoration of worship places unlawfully occupied, reaffirming that minorities are an integral part of Pakistan’s social and national fabric. He made these remarks during a meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr with Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith […]

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17 h. ago First Lady calls for united action to ward off breast cancer

First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari Tuesday called for united action involving government institutions, health professionals, media, and communities to raise awareness to combat breast cancer, the most common cancer among women in Pakistan and the highest in prevalence in Asia. She made these remarks during a meeting with Founder and Honourary CEO of Pink Ribbon […]

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19 h. ago Exporters urge policy support to capitalise on US tariff cut

Pakistan’s exporters are set to gain a competitive edge in the US market after the government successfully negotiated to get reciprocal tariff reduced from 29% to 19%, the lowest in the region providing Pakistan an opportunity to boost exports to the United States. The breakthrough was discussed in a meeting on ‘US Reciprocal Tariffs’ chaired […]

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22 h. ago Nations must take direct action to end Israel’s assault on Palestinians

WASHINGTON WATCH We’ve reached a sort of tipping point in the way political leaders in the West are reacting to Israel’s genocidal assault on Palestinians in Gaza. It’s maddening for two reasons: that it took this long to get an official response from Western capitals; and that, once the magnitude of the tragedy became clear, […]

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25 h. ago Solar Pakistan set to showcase alternative energy technologies

KARACHI – To promote alternative energy solutions, Solar Pakistan Exhibition will begin at Karachi Expo Centre on August 15. The

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28 h. ago First Lady advocates for equal access to Breast Cancer Care across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – First Lady of Pakistan Aseefa Bhutto Zardari urged united effort among government bodies, healthcare professionals, media, and communities to

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31 h. ago Dengue cases rise in Rawalpindi, health officials urge caution

Six new dengue cases were reported in Rawalpindi, raising the total number of patients in Rawalpindi and nearby Murree to 58. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as the number of infections rises. So far this year, health officials have screened 4,475 people for dengue in the region. Out of the total cases, 30 […]

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43 h. ago Pakistan asks world to take action after Israeli strike kills civilians in Gaza

Pakistan on Monday condemned a recent Israeli airstrike that killed several civilians in Gaza, demanding the world take “decisive action” to hold the Jewish state accountable. The statement came two days after Gaza’s civil defense agency said at least 34 people, including more than a dozen civilians who were waiting to collect aid, were killed […]

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44 h. ago Learning from global case studies: Policy recommendations for overcoming Pakistan’s smog crisis

Pollution in Pakistan is not a new phenomenon. It has been there in other countries around the world. There are instances of its occurrence in London, also which started in the 18th century. London smog was notorious, as the coal which was used to burn had high amounts of Sulfur. However, no concrete action was […]

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47 h. ago China urges Philippines to stop provocations in South China Sea

BEIJING: China on Monday called on the Philippines to immediately cease its infringement and provocative actions near Huangyan Dao, reaffirming China’s firm stance on safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian condemned the intrusion by multiple Philippine Coast Guard vessels, official ships, and fishing boats into China’s territorial waters on […]

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49 h. ago Bahria Town residents at risk of losing their properties amid crackdown against Malik Riaz?

ISLAMABAD – Pakistani real estate tycoon Malik Riaz is under intense scrutiny as authorities auctioned off his billion-rupee properties amid

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52 h. ago Punjab breaks free from Rs675 Billion Debt Shackles in new era of Welfare Growth

LAHORE – Punjab government officially declared province debt-free for first time in over three decades. A staggering Rs675 billion borrowed

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54 h. ago KP health card scheme faces Rs28 billion irregularities probe

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Health Card scheme is under investigation after a report by the Auditor General revealed financial irregularities worth over Rs28 billion from 2017-18 to 2021-22. The findings raise serious questions about transparency and management in the province’s health sector. The audit exposed that 17 out of 48 hospitals listed under the scheme were not […]

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54 h. ago Celebrities must promote safety, Shahnila Akram urges Hania Amir

Shahnila Akram, wife of former cricket captain Wasim Akram, strongly reacted to actress Hania Amir’s recent motorcycle video. She stressed the importance of road safety and wearing helmets to protect lives. Her message aimed to raise awareness about responsible behavior on the roads. Sharing a screenshot of Hania Amir’s video on her Instagram story, Shahnila […]

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65 h. ago Capital mosque relocated lawfully; propaganda baseless: authorities

Following the relocation of Madni Masjid in Islamabad, authorities have urged people not to pay heed to baseless propaganda aimed at inciting religious sentiments of the public. According to reports, the demolition of the said mosque and its adjoining seminary (madrassah) on Murree Road was carried out strictly in accordance with law, Islamic principles and […]

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66 h. ago President renews pledge to empower minorities, promote interfaith harmony

President Asif Ali Zardari has renewed the national resolve to work for the empowerment and advancement of minority communities. He reiterated that they would continue their efforts to promote interfaith harmony, brotherhood and unity to build an inclusive and prosperous Pakistan In a message on the occasion of Minorities Day on Sunday, being observed on […]

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68 h. ago Business community hails proposal to revive sick industrial units, urge reforms

The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry’s (FPCCI) Businessmen Panel (BMP) Chairman Mian Anjum Nisar has welcomed the government’s proposal to introduce a credit scheme for the revival of sick industrial units but cautioned that without practical, on-ground reforms, such initiatives will remain confined to paperwork. He urged the government to link the […]

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