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Private Company Fined Rs1.2 Million for Dismissing Female Employee During Maternity Leave
Islamabad: The Federal Ombudsperson for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH) has imposed a fine of Rs1.2 million on a private organization for terminating the employment of a female worker while she was on approved maternity leave, declaring the action discriminatory and harmful to women in the workplace. The ruling was issued by Federal Ombudsperson for Protection…
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Police Name Gul Plaza Union Leaders in Charge Sheet Over Deadly Karachi Fire; Prosecution Raises Objections
Karachi: Police investigating the devastating Gul Plaza fire tragedy have named several leaders of the plaza’s traders’ union as being responsible for the circumstances surrounding the deadly blaze that killed more than 70 people earlier this year. However, the legal proceedings have encountered a hurdle after the prosecution department returned the charge sheet with objections,…
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Police Hold Gul Plaza Union Leadership Responsible for Deadly Karachi Fire; Charge Sheet Returned with Objections
Karachi: Police investigating the devastating Gul Plaza fire tragedy have named the shopping center’s union leadership among those allegedly responsible for the catastrophic blaze that claimed more than 70 lives earlier this year. According to prosecution sources, the charge sheet submitted by investigators identifies several office-bearers of the Gul Plaza Union as being responsible for…
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How Mediators Helped Prevent the US-Iran Swiss Talks From Collapsing
Brunnenstock, Switzerland: Diplomatic efforts by mediators, particularly Pakistan with support from Qatar, reportedly played a crucial role in preventing negotiations between the United States and Iran from breaking down after a controversial statement by U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to derail the talks. According to reports, the negotiations, which continued for approximately 18 hours, faced…
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Market Police Arrest Two Wanted Drug Dealers in Hyderabad, Recover 4 Kilograms of Hashish
Hyderabad, June 22, 2026: Acting on the directives of DIG Hyderabad Range and SSP Hyderabad Shahzeb Chachar, Market Police carried out a successful operation and arrested two notorious suspects allegedly involved in drug trafficking, anti-terrorism cases, and other serious crimes. According to a press release issued by the District Police Hyderabad spokesperson, SHO Market Inspector…
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Inter-Provincial Mobile Theft Gang Busted in Sukkur, 16 Stolen Phones Recovered
Sukkur (Danish Rajput): Sukkur Police have successfully exposed an inter-provincial mobile phone theft gang, arresting four key suspects and recovering 16 stolen mobile phones during a targeted operation. In recognition of the successful action, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Sukkur Azhar Khan awarded the entire police team of A-Section Police Station Sukkur with CC-III commendation…
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Agreement With the United States Could Bring Significant Economic Benefits to Iran, Says The New York Times
Washington: The American newspaper The New York Times has reported that despite nearly four months of conflict involving the United States and Iran, Tehran’s nuclear program was not completely eliminated, and Iran continues to retain key elements of its strategic capabilities. In an analytical report, the newspaper stated that although military pressure and subsequent diplomatic…
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Federal Budget Allocates Billions for Karachi Development Projects
Islamabad: Details of federal funding allocated for Karachi’s development projects in the upcoming fiscal year have been revealed, highlighting investments in infrastructure, water supply, public transportation, and municipal services across various districts of the city. According to the budget documents, the federal government has earmarked significant resources for several ongoing and planned projects aimed at…
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E-Cigarette Use May Increase the Risk of Lung and Oral Cancer, New Research Suggests
June 21, 2026 — E-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, are often promoted and perceived as a safer alternative to traditional tobacco smoking. Many users turn to vaping believing that it carries fewer health risks and may even help them quit smoking conventional cigarettes. However, a new scientific review conducted by researchers in Australia has raised…
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Young Man Dies After Alleged Police Firing Incident in Karachi’s Shershah Area
Karachi: A young man lost his life after an alleged firing incident involving police personnel in Karachi’s Shershah area, prompting authorities to register a criminal case and detain the officers involved. According to police officials, an FIR has been registered at Shershah Police Station regarding the incident, which resulted in the death of a local…
