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Indian PM Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts for Exam Paper Leak Cases After Student Protests
NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the establishment of fast-track courts to ensure the swift prosecution of those involved in exam paper leak cases, following weeks of student protests across the country. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Modi said the welfare and future of India’s youth remain the government’s…
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WhatsApp Introduces Built-in PDF Viewing for Web and Windows App
SAN FRANCISCO: Meta has introduced a new feature for WhatsApp Web and the WhatsApp Windows app that will allow users to view PDF documents without downloading them first. The company announced that it has integrated Adobe Acrobat support into the desktop versions of WhatsApp, making it easier to access PDF files directly within the application.…
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Jeetendra Reveals House He Once Considered Unlucky Is Now Worth Rs4.5 Billion
MUMBAI: Veteran Bollywood actor Jeetendra has revealed that a bungalow he once believed brought him bad luck eventually became the most valuable investment of his life, with its current estimated value reaching Rs4.5 billion (450 crore). Speaking to Indian media, Jeetendra recalled that legendary actor Bharat Bhushan, best known for classics such as Baiju Bawra,…
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Pakistan to Tour England for Five-Match ODI Series in 2027
LAHORE: Pakistan will tour England in May 2027 to play a five-match One-Day International (ODI) series, with the fixtures serving as key preparation for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027. According to the schedule, the series will be played from May 15 to May 26, 2027, across five venues in England. The first ODI…
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Karachi to Experience Hotter, More Humid Weather; Heat Index May Exceed 41°C
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast an increase in heat and humidity in Karachi, warning that the heat index—or “feels-like” temperature—could rise to 41°C or higher in parts of the city. According to the PMD, hot and humid weather is expected to prevail throughout the day, with clear skies and intense sunshine during…
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Says Rapid Population Growth Is Pakistan’s Biggest Challenge
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described Pakistan’s rapidly increasing population as the country’s greatest challenge, calling for comprehensive measures to promote population welfare and ensure sustainable national development. The remarks were made while chairing a review meeting on population welfare in Islamabad, where the prime minister also directed authorities to convene a meeting of…
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Session Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar Killed in Gun Attack in Mastung
MASTUNG: Session Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar and his security guard were killed after unidentified assailants opened fire on their vehicle in the Wali Khan area of Mastung district, police said. According to District Police Officer (DPO) Allah Bakhsh Baloch, the attack also left Additional Session Judge Tariq Lashari and another individual seriously injured. The DPO…
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US Investigating Possible Russian Role in Iranian Attacks on CIA Facilities
WASHINGTON: The United States has launched an intelligence investigation into Russia’s possible involvement in Iranian drone attacks targeting CIA facilities in the Gulf region, according to a report by Reuters citing multiple sources familiar with the matter. Reuters reported that U.S. intelligence agencies are examining whether Russia assisted Iran by providing targeting intelligence, advanced drone…
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UK Home Secretary Faces Criticism Over Attempt to Deport Grooming Gang Convict to Pakistan
LONDON: UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is facing criticism over efforts to deport Shabbir Ahmed, a British citizen convicted of child sexual abuse offences, to Pakistan. According to reports, the move has sparked political controversy, with critics questioning the legality and appropriateness of attempting to deport a British national to another country. The reports further…
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Salman Khan Voices Support for Student Protest Led by ‘Cockroach Janta Party’
MUMBAI: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has expressed support for a student protest reportedly led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), describing the movement as a peaceful campaign for educational reform. In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Salman Khan said it was unfortunate that the demonstration had turned violent. “It was a very peaceful…
