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Pakistan at birth: Fascinating facts from the country’s earliest days
Every August, the story of Pakistan’s independence arrives with familiar images: green-and-white flags, the national anthem, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s speeches and crowds celebrating on the streets. But the birth of a country is rarely as neat as the version we inherit today. In the days and months surrounding August 1947, Pakistan was still figuring…
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US could not verify Israeli warnings of Iran plots against Trump, sources say
The United States has received several warnings from Israel over the past year that Iran intended to assassinate President Donald Trump, including before a secret Air Force One ruse in Turkey, that US intelligence officials could not independently verify, according to a current US official and two former officials. The warnings, passed to US intelligence agencies and in some cases relayed directly by Israeli officials to senior White House officials, included possible plots to…
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World leaders, friendly nations wish Pakistan peace, prosperity on Independence Day
World leaders and friendly nations extended Independence Day greetings to Pakistan on Friday, as the country marked 79 years of independence with special prayers and events honouring the sacrifices of its founding fathers. The day began with a 31-gun salute in Islamabad and a 21-gun salute in the provincial capitals. An elegant change of guard…
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Court gives ‘clean chit’ to ‘drug dealer’ Anmol Pinky in three cases
A local court in Karachi on Thursday acquitted alleged drug queenpin Anmol, alias Pinky, in three narcotics cases registered against her at the Gizri police station. The three cases were registered against the alleged cocaine trafficker at the Gizri police station in 2020, 2021 and 2022. At the outset of today’s hearing, Pinky’s counsel argued…
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‘Pakistan’s water a red line’: PM Shehbaz vows direct response if India fails to back down
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday declared that every drop of Pakistan’s water was a “red line”, warning that India would face a direct response if it failed to come back to the right path. Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the Yadgar-e-Fatah monument in Islamabad on eve of Independence Day, the prime minister said…
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Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s legacy celebrated at landmark London exhibition
LONDON: Pakistan High Commissioner to the UK Tipu Usman has stated that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah firmly believed in the rule of law, reasoned argument, dialogue and political negotiation despite differences with opponents. He was speaking at the art exhibition by Mont Rose Foundation, titled “Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah: A Legacy Beyond Time,” celebrating the…
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Armed Forces congratulate nation on Independence Day
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s armed forces have extended heartfelt felicitations to the nation on the country’s 79 years of independence, reaffirming their resolve to defend the country’s sovereignty, uphold the Constitution and safeguard its national interests, a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday. The joint message was issued by Chief of Army Staff…
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Pakistan’s leadership stresses need for unity, reforms as nation celebrates Independence Day
Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership has stressed the need for unity and reforms as the nation celebrates 79 years of independence today. According to state-run Radio Pakistan, the day dawned with a 31-gun salute in Islamabad and a 21-gun salute at the provincial headquarters. A change of guards ceremony was also held at the mausoleum of…
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Sukkur: Citizen Allegedly Falls Ill After Eating Chicken from Khairo Fast Food
Sukkur : A citizen has reportedly fallen seriously ill after allegedly consuming chicken and fast food from the well-known Khairo Qeema Wala/Khairo Fast Food restaurant located on Dhak Road, Sukkur. According to citizen Rato Khan, he purchased and consumed chicken and fast food from the restaurant, following which his health suddenly deteriorated. His family stated…
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Norwegian Foreign Minister Meets Field Marshal Asim Munir, Agreement Reached to Enhance Defence and Security Cooperation
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide, leading a high-level delegation, visited General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, where he met Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting discussed matters of mutual interest, regional security and bilateral relations between Pakistan and…
