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Islamabad, February 19, 2025: Malaysia’s Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has applauded Pakistan’s Universal Service Fund (USF) for its pivotal role in bridging the digital divide in rural areas. CEO Ch. Mudassar Naveed highlighted the USF’s progress in digital connectivity through 161 projects, providing broadband services and improving the lives of over 37 million people. …
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SEHWAN: The 773rd Urs of Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar (RA) has begun in Sehwan, attracting thousands of devotees from across the country. The three-day celebrations started on Monday at the saint’s shrine. Acting Governor of Sindh, Syed Owais Qadir Shah, formally inaugurated the Urs by laying a ‘chadar’ (sheet) at the shrine and offering Fateha. …
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Pakistan plans to double its exports in the next three to five years, with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) market playing a crucial role in this strategy, according to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. He revealed this ambitious goal during his visit to Saudi Arabia for the Alula Conference for Emerging Market Economies 2025. Export Expansion …
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A fire broke out early Tuesday at a shopping centre near Teen Talwar in Karachi’s Clifton area, but it was contained swiftly. Firefighters prevented the blaze from spreading beyond the first floor. The shopping centre, known for its multiple clothing stores, sustained damage, but no casualties were reported. Authorities suspect an electrical short circuit caused …
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The Sindh government has declared February 19, 2025, a public holiday for the annual Urs of Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar. The holiday applies to all public and private offices across the province. The Department of Services, General Administration & Coordination issued a notification confirming the decision. It stated that all government offices, semi-autonomous bodies, corporations, …
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Pakistan on Monday reiterated the urgent need to resolve the conflicts in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and Palestine by granting their people the right to self-determination, as promised by the United Nations (UN). Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made this call while addressing a special meeting of OIC Ambassadors …
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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will offer travel services to international teams participating in the upcoming Cricket Champion Trophy in Pakistan. In collaboration with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), PIA has arranged special travel accommodations to ensure smooth and efficient transportation for the teams across the country. Charter Flights for Team Transportation PIA will operate exclusive …
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The Hub industrial sector, a key manufacturing hub in the region, has announced an emergency strike on Thursday, February 20, 2025. This decision comes after repeated but unsuccessful demands to resolve the ongoing water crisis in the area. The prolonged shortage has severely impacted industrial activities, posing a serious threat to businesses and workers alike. …
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Authorities in Karachi recovered the body of kidnapped victim Sehar Fatima and arrested two suspects after an intelligence-based raid in Surjani Town. The tragic case of this ransom murder has sparked outrage and a renewed focus on ensuring justice. Operation and Arrest Sindh Rangers and the Anti-Violent Crime Cell (AVCC) launched a joint operation in …
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed a $40 billion investment from the World Bank, highlighting its potential to drive Pakistan’s development. The investment will support various sectors and open new economic opportunities, the PM said in a statement released Monday. World Bank’s Country Partnership Framework The World Bank’s investment falls under its 10-year Country Partnership Framework …
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The Foreign Office (FO) has asserted that foreign affairs fall under federal jurisdiction. This statement comes in response to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government’s plan to send delegations to Afghanistan for talks on security and economic ties. Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan clarified that foreign relations are a federal matter. “Under the Constitution, foreign …
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Three Karachi police officers were suspended and demoted for mishandling the investigation into the kidnapping and murder of 23-year-old Mustafa Amir. The victim was abducted from Defence Housing Authority (DHA) on January 6, and his family received a ransom call two weeks later. The case’s poor handling has raised concerns over police professionalism. Arrests and …
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Pakistan’s skilled labour force could play a pivotal role in supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, according to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. Speaking at the Emerging Market Economies Conference in AlUla, Aurangzeb emphasized the growing potential for collaboration between the two countries as Saudi Arabia diversifies its economy. “We believe there is tremendous potential for exporting …
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The government’s adjustment of freight charges and oil company margins has reduced the promised relief on petroleum prices. Although a reduction in petrol and diesel prices was announced, consumers received less benefit due to these adjustments. Increased Freight Charges on Petrol According to official documents, freight charges for petrol rose by Rs 1.42 per litre, …
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Nearly 170 Pakistanis were deported from various countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Oman, within 48 hours due to immigration violations. Of these, 24 individuals were taken into custody upon landing in Karachi. Authorities also uncovered a human trafficking network at Karachi Airport, highlighting a growing concern. Saudi Arabia and UAE Deportations In the …
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Imran Khan has directed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders to speed up efforts to form a grand opposition alliance. His lawyer, Faisal Chaudhry, revealed this plan while speaking on Geo News’ Naya Pakistan on Saturday. He said that Khan wants to organize nationwide protests after Eid against the current government. The PTI founder has assigned Asad …
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The government has lowered the petrol price by Rs1 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs4 per litre for the next two weeks. These fuel price cuts, announced by the Finance Division on Saturday, come as the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority adjusted prices due to fluctuations in the international oil market. New Fuel …
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A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Saturday night, triggering panic across both cities. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported the quake’s epicenter was located eight kilometers southeast of Rawalpindi at a depth of 17 kilometers. Tremors Felt in Twin Cities The earthquake hit at 10:48 p.m., prompting residents to rush out of …
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Police have revealed that 23-year-old Mustafa Amir, kidnapped from Karachi’s DHA area, was murdered by his friends. The investigation uncovered that the suspects killed Amir, placed his body in his car, and burned it in the Hub area of Balochistan. Kidnapping and Ransom Demand Amir was abducted on January 6, and his family received a …
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In two intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan’s security forces neutralized 15 terrorists while losing four soldiers, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). These operations come amid a rise in terror attacks in KP and Balochistan since the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) broke its ceasefire agreement in 2022. Dera Ismail Khan Operation …
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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir has reaffirmed the military’s support for Pakistan’s economic growth. He praised Punjab’s role in advancing agriculture, calling it the country’s agricultural powerhouse. Speaking at the launch of the Green Pakistan Initiative in Cholistan, Gen Munir commended Punjab’s leadership and farmers. He lauded the Green Corporate Project, …
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Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) has rejected the joint statement by India and the United States, calling it “one-sided, misleading, and contrary to diplomatic norms.” The statement, issued after a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House, accused Pakistan of supporting extremism and referenced the 2008 Mumbai …
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Pakistan on Thursday. His visit was part of his three-nation Asia tour. He met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad. Erdogan gifted PM Shehbaz a model of Turkey’s homegrown electric vehicle, Togg. The T10X model SUV was presented during their meeting. The green-colored car represents Turkey’s lush Ayder …
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