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Israel Announces Continued Military Operations to Maintain Security Zone in Southern Lebanon
Jerusalem: Israel has announced that it will continue military operations in southern Lebanon in order to maintain what it describes as a security zone, reaffirming that the safety of Israeli citizens and military personnel will remain a top national priority. The announcement came in a joint statement issued by Israeli Prime Minister, the Defense Minister,…
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Over 80 Injured in Stampede During Baba Farid Ganj Shakar Urs Celebrations in Pakpattan
Pakpattan: More than 80 devotees were injured after a stampede broke out during the annual Urs celebrations of the revered Sufi saint Hazrat Baba Fariduddin Masood Ganj Shakar in Pakpattan, Punjab, according to rescue officials. The incident occurred amid large crowds gathered at the historic shrine to participate in religious ceremonies marking the saint’s annual…
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Former BRT Yellow Line Project Director Arrested Over Alleged Rs8.5 Billion Financial Irregularities
Karachi/Lahore: Authorities have arrested Zameer Abbasi, the former Project Director of Karachi’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Yellow Line project, in connection with alleged financial irregularities exceeding Rs8 billion. The arrest was made over accusations that contractors involved in the project received advance payments of approximately Rs8.5 billion in violation of financial regulations. The development marks…
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Iran to Reduce Uranium Enrichment Levels Instead of Sending Stockpiles Abroad, Says Ishaq Dar
Islamabad: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said that Iran is expected to lower the level of its uranium enrichment rather than transfer its enriched uranium stockpiles outside the country, describing ongoing diplomatic efforts as a positive step toward a broader agreement. Speaking in an interview with Arab media, Dar discussed…
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Two Laborers Killed in Traffic Accident at Punjab Colony Underpass in Karachi
Karachi: A tragic traffic accident at the Punjab Colony Underpass in Karachi has claimed the lives of two people after one of the injured victims succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at a hospital, police officials said. The incident has once again highlighted concerns over road safety and reckless driving in the city, where…
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Islamabad Metro Bus Service Suspended Due to Iranian President’s Visit
Islamabad: The Metro Bus Service in Islamabad will remain completely suspended today due to the official visit of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Pakistan, according to transport authorities. The temporary suspension is part of the security and traffic management arrangements being implemented in the federal capital ahead of the high-profile visit. Authorities have advised commuters…
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Pakistan to End Cash Payments at Passport Offices from July 1, 2026; Digital Fee Payment Mandatory
Islamabad: In a major step toward digital transformation and modernization of public services, Pakistan’s Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has announced that the cash fee collection system at all passport offices will be abolished from July 1, 2026. From that date onward, passport applicants will be required to pay fees exclusively through digital channels.…
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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…
