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Pakistan, China Eye Stronger Media Ties to Tackle Disinformation

Pakistan and China have agreed to strengthen media cooperation through joint productions, training programs, and cultural exchanges. The initiative aims to combat disinformation and deepen people-to-people ties, according to a meeting held in Beijing between Pakistan’s Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and China’s Minister of National Radio and Television Administration, Cao Shumin. Joint Strategy Against Disinformation …

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Interior Minister Dismisses Rumors About President Zardari

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has firmly rejected resignation rumors involving President Asif Ali Zardari, calling them part of a “malicious campaign” targeting top national leaders. He stated that no discussion has taken place regarding the president’s resignation, nor is there any intent to pursue such an idea. Strong Civil-Military Ties Naqvi emphasized that President Zardari …

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Turkish Minister Praises PAF’s Combat Readiness in India Conflict

Turkish Defence Minister Yaşar Güler praised the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) for its exemplary role during the recent conflict with India, highlighting the force’s operational excellence and leadership. The meeting with PAF Chief Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu focused on enhancing defence cooperation and joint military development between Pakistan and Turkiye. High-Level Meeting in …

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Bilawal Rejects India’s Terror Allegations, Cites FATF and War on Terror

In a direct response to terrorism allegations from New Delhi, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari firmly denied that Pakistan supports militant groups. During an interview with Indian journalist Karan Thapar, Bilawal said Pakistan neither allows attacks abroad nor within its own borders. He also highlighted the nation’s extensive sacrifices in its long war against terror. Pakistan’s …

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Power Tariff Relief: Nepra Slashes Rates for Karachi and National Consumers

In a major relief for electricity users, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has cut the power tariff by Rs4.03 per unit for K-Electric consumers in Karachi and by Rs0.50 per unit for consumers served by other government-run distribution companies (DISCOs). Monthly Adjustments Bring July Relief According to a notification issued on Wednesday, these …

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Pakistan’s Nuclear Deterrence ‘Invincible’, Says DG ISPR

Pakistan’s nuclear deterrence remains fully secure and invincible, said Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry during an interview with Al Jazeera on Wednesday. He affirmed that Pakistan’s nuclear program is under strict safeguards and poses no risk to global stability. Nuclear Capability is Not to Be Challenged The DG …

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Islamabad Court Orders Ban on 27 YouTube Channels Over Anti-State Content

ISLAMABAD: A local court in Islamabad has ordered the blocking of 27 YouTube channels for spreading anti-state content. Judicial Magistrate Abbas Shah issued the order on Tuesday after reviewing evidence provided by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). The court accepted the FIA’s request, which was based on an investigation that began on June 2. According …

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Imran, Bushra Seek Urgent Relief in Al-Qadir Graft Case

Former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have filed a sentence suspension plea in the Islamabad High Court (IHC), urging an early hearing of their appeals in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust case. Both are currently serving prison terms—14 years for Imran and seven years for Bushra—following their conviction in January. Early …

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Pakistan, China Reaffirm Military Cooperation Amid Shifting Regional Dynamics

In a significant meeting underscoring regional security dynamics, top defense officials from Pakistan and China held high-level talks in Islamabad on Tuesday. The delegation, led by Lieutenant General Wang Gang, Chief of Staff of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), met with Pakistan Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu to discuss strategic cooperation …

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K-P Govt Takes Action After Swat River Tragedy Sparks Outrage

The Swat River tragedy, which claimed 13 lives and exposed severe administrative lapses, has led to a major shake-up in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s bureaucracy. On Tuesday, the provincial government removed the Director General of Rescue K-P and the Director General of the Upper Swat Development Authority following a detailed inquiry into the drowning of tourists on June …

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Pakistan Stands with Turkiye After Methane Gas Tragedy Claims 12 Soldiers

Pakistan has expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with Turkiye after a tragic methane gas incident killed 12 Turkish soldiers during a mission in northern Iraq. The operation aimed to recover the remains of a fallen soldier in a region known for intense clashes with the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). Mission Turns Fatal The Turkish defense …

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PPP Dismisses Rumors About Zardari’s Removal

The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has firmly rejected rumors suggesting the possible removal of President Zardari. PPP Secretary General Nayyar Hussain Bukhari on Tuesday made it clear that the federal government cannot function without the party’s support. PPP Denies Exit from Presidency Speaking to reporters, Bukhari dismissed recent reports claiming that President Asif Ali Zardari …

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School Van Accident in AJK Injures 29 Children and Driver

A tragic school van accident in Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s Jhelum Valley injured 29 students and their driver on Tuesday. The incident occurred when the van skidded off a mountainous road near Tambrial Mor, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety in the region’s hilly terrain. Van Loses Control Near Sharp Bend The van, belonging to …

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Zardari Approves Appointments of High Court Chief Justices Across Pakistan

In a major judicial reshuffle, President Asif Ali Zardari has officially approved the Chief Justice appointments for all four provincial high courts. The Ministry of Law and Justice issued notifications on Monday confirming these permanent postings. Who Got Appointed Where? Justice Sarfraz Dogar has been appointed Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court (IHC). Justice …

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Lyari Collapse Sparks Action: SBCA DG Suspended Amid Rising Outrage

<>The Sindh government has suspended the Director General of the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA), Ishaque Khuhro, in response to the tragic Lyari building collapse that killed 27 people in Karachi. The five-storey building, already marked unsafe, collapsed in Lea Market last Friday, prompting a 50-hour rescue operation that ended with dozens dead and injured. …

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Lyari Building Collapse Tragedy Draws Global Condolences and Scrutiny

KARACHI: The Lyari tragedy has drawn international sympathy and intensified scrutiny over unsafe buildings in Karachi. British High Commissioner Jane Marriott expressed her sorrow on Sunday over the deadly collapse of a five-storey residential building in Lyari’s Baghdadi area that claimed 27 lives and injured 10 others. UK Envoy Praises Rescue Efforts In a message …

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Another Unsafe Building Declared in Lyari After Collapse Tragedy

KARACHI: In the wake of a recent collapse that claimed 27 lives, another unsafe building in Karachi’s Lyari area has raised alarms. The structure, located in the Agra Taj neighborhood, showed visible cracks, prompting urgent evacuation orders from the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) and district administration. Cracks Raise Red Flags The 10-unit residential building …

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PM Shehbaz, Erdogan, Aliyev Share Warm Moments in Khankendi

During the ECO Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev engaged in a friendly and symbolic walk that highlighted the growing regional ties among the three nations. Leaders Display Fraternal Unity After the summit concluded, the three leaders took a stroll together through Khankendi, …

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Ashura Observed Nationwide Under Tight Security Measures

Ashura processions are taking place across Pakistan today (Sunday) under strict security arrangements, as thousands of mourners mark the martyrdom of Imam Husain (RA) and the tragedy of Karbala with deep reverence and solemnity. Widespread Participation Across Provinces Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi confirmed that 4,836 processions and 5,480 majalis are being held nationwide. In Punjab …

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Karachi Building Collapse: 27 Dead as Search for Victims Continues in Lyari

KARACHI: Grief swept through Lyari’s Baghdadi area as funeral prayers for 20 of the 27 victims of Friday’s tragic building collapse were offered late Saturday night. Among the dead were nine women, 15 men, a ten-year-old boy, and a one-and-a-half-year-old girl. Rescuers recovered 26 bodies from the debris, while three injured victims were taken to …

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Yaum-i-Ashura Processions Held Across Pakistan Under Tight Security

Yaum-i-Ashura processions commenced across Pakistan on Sunday, with thousands of mourners taking to the streets to pay tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and the martyrs of Karbala. The day marks the 10th of Muharram, a significant date in the Islamic calendar that symbolizes the fight against …

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No-Confidence Rumors Stir Against Gandapur Amid Political Shifts in KP

Amid recent shifts in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly, speculation is growing around a possible no-confidence motion against Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur. Despite PTI holding a clear majority, opposition numbers are quietly increasing—fueling political intrigue in the province. PTI-Led Majority Still Intact Gandapur currently enjoys strong support from 58 members of the Sunni Ittehad …

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Ishaq Dar Performs Annual Ghusal at Data Darbar

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar led the annual ghusal ceremony at the shrine of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh in Lahore on Saturday. The sacred ritual drew attention not only for its spiritual significance but also for its message of unity, peace, and national stability during challenging times. Ceremony Begins with Recitation The …

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