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Karachi customs officers seized 1.25 kilograms of marijuana at the International Mail Office (IMO) in Jinnah International Airport (JIAP) in a major anti-narcotics effort. Acting on credible intelligence, officials increased monitoring of incoming EMS parcels from Bangkok, Thailand, suspecting they might contain contraband. The seized marijuana, valued at approximately Rs. 5 million, underscores Pakistan Customs’ …
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Punjab’s anti-polio drive is set to run from October 28 to November 3, targeting all children under the age of five. Polio workers will conduct a door-to-door campaign, aiming to reach every neighborhood and household across the province, including major cities like Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Faisalabad. Read: PM Shehbaz Sharif Reaffirms Pakistan’s Commitment to Eradicating Polio …
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A dispute reportedly involving the family of Sindh’s Home Secretary and another family broke out over a minor issue at a restaurant in Defence, Karachi. The conflict took place at a private restaurant on Khayaban-e-Sahar in DHA Phase VI, sparking a confrontation that rapidly escalated. Eyewitnesses stated that the argument began when children from both …
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad police arrested human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari and her husband, Hadi Ali, on Monday. Officials stated the arrest was for “creating a security risk by interfering in state duties” during an international cricket team’s visit. The police announced the arrest on X, explaining that it was done “as per the law and …
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The number of dengue cases continue to rise in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) as the province recorded 44 new cases on Saturday, bringing the total number of infections to 2,935 this year. Health authorities are encouraging the public to take stringent precautions to prevent further transmission of the mosquito-borne virus, with the highest infection rates recorded …
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In a significant development, Pakistan’s security forces successfully eliminated four terrorists in two separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, enhancing efforts to curb insurgency in the region. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), these operations also led to the recovery of weapons and ammunition, reinforcing the commitment to dismantle terrorist networks. North Waziristan Operation The …
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Changan has officially unveiled its much-anticipated electric vehicle, the Changan Lumin, at the Pakistan Auto Show 2024 (PAPS), attracting attention for its compact design and advanced EV features. Although details on its official launch and pricing are yet to be confirmed, the Lumin’s display hints at Changan’s potential plans to locally assemble the vehicle based …
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Chairman of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, described the recent passage of the 26th Constitutional Amendment. He mentioned about a historic achievement during his meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday. The gathering highlighted the significance of this amendment for strengthening democracy and underscored coalition unity in advancing Pakistan’s democratic goals. Bilawal …
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Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa departed for Istanbul on Friday, a day after his official retirement. He was accompanied by his wife and left from Islamabad airport on a Turkish Airlines flight, according to airport officials. Justice Isa utilized the regular international lounge before boarding, with assigned protocol staff present to assist. …
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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) recently uncovered a major illegal call center in Karachi’s Defence Phase II involved in fraud. The call center, reportedly managed by police ASI Abubakar and accomplice Umar Shah Bukhari, targeted foreign nationals to extract sensitive financial information. This raid is a significant breakthrough by the FIA Cybercrime Reporting Center in …
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The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved an electricity price increase for Karachi, raising the rate by Rs3.03 per unit. This adjustment, part of the July 2024 monthly fuel price adjustment, will impact consumer bills starting in December 2024. This increase comes as K-Electric requested a higher rate, citing rising fuel costs. December …
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A group of 20 British parliamentarians has called on UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to advocate for the release of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan from Adiala Jail. The cross-party appeal urges the UK government to engage directly with Pakistan to secure Khan’s freedom. Kim Johnson, MP for Liverpool Riverside, authored the letter upon …
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Justice Afridi was born on January 23, 1965, in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan. He belongs to the Adam Khel clan of the Afridi tribe and grew up in Kohat’s Babari Banda village. Coming from a family with a tradition of public service, Justice Afridi was encouraged to pursue education and contribute to his community. He …
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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced the appointment of Muhammad Mohsin Rafiq as the acting Director General of the Directorate General of Transit Trade in Karachi. This transition in leadership at the Directorate General reflects the FBR’s efforts to ensure efficient oversight of Pakistan’s transit trade activities amidst strategic reshuffling within its ranks. …
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: A 19-year-old army cadet, Arif Ullah, was martyred on Friday when armed assailants attacked a mosque during evening prayers in the Lakki Marwat district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported. The young cadet, who was undergoing training at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) in Kakul, Abbottabad, was on leave to visit his hometown …
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Unidentified gunmen launched an attack, on Friday, on three prison vans carrying detainees at the Sangjani Toll Plaza in Pakistan, leading to a dramatic escape by several prisoners. Among those who fled were three Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), according to police sources. Attack Targets Prison Vans Carrying Protest Detainees …
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Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political and Public Affairs, Rana Sanaullah, stated that the recently passed 26th Constitutional Amendment has hindered Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s path to becoming Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). According to Sanaullah, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) had a significant role in passing the amendment, which was led by the Shehbaz Sharif government …
An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Islamabad has granted bail to Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, sisters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, in connection with the D-Chowk protest case. Judge Abul Hasanat Zulqarnain issued the order on Friday, following a case registered at the Kohsar police station in Islamabad. The court approved bail against …
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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Omar Ayub dismissed rumours of any agreement related to the recent release of Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder Imran Khan. Speaking to journalists in Sargodha on Friday, Ayub, who is also the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, stated, “Bushra Bibi’s release is not part of …
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The Supreme Court of Pakistan hosted a full-court reference to bid farewell to outgoing Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Friday. Supreme Court judges, senior lawyers, and notable personalities attended the ceremony, showering praise on Justice Isa’s contributions. CJP-designate Justice Yahya Afridi, who will replace CJP Isa, and Attorney General for Pakistan …
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RAWALPINDI: Two senior judges from the Lahore High Court (LHC) Rawalpindi bench have been reassigned. Justice Jawad Hassan and Justice Chaudhry Abdul Aziz are set to join new posts at the principal seat in Lahore and the Multan bench, respectively. Meanwhile, Islamabad High Court’s (IHC) Justice Babar Sattar is expected to resume his duties next …
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ISLAMABAD: Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Alisher Tukhtayev, announced direct flights between Lahore and Tashkent will begin next month. This announcement came during his meeting with Senator Irfanul Haque Siddiqui, chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, in Islamabad. Firstly, Senator Siddiqui warmly welcomed the newly appointed ambassador. He extended best wishes for his …
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ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office of Pakistan (FO) has rejected recent remarks by the UN Human Rights Chief, Volker Turk, on judicial independence in Pakistan. The FO also criticized a letter from US Congress members to President Biden, which questioned Pakistan’s human rights and governance record. FO Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch called the letter “undiplomatic” and …
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