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Marriyum Aurangzeb defends Punjab CM over jet use, terrorism remarks
Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb on Saturday responded to criticism of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for using a government jet for her private London visit and her terrorism remarks, accusing the opponents of twisting her statement to spread hatred. In a post on X, the senior minister said that the issue was not the use…
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Pakistan slams drone attacks on Saudi oil pipeline, reaffirms support for sovereignty
Pakistan has strongly condemned the “reprehensible” drone attacks on the East-West oil pipeline in Riyadh and Madina regions of Saudi Arabia, causing damage to the pipeline and injuries to civilians. “These attacks and targeting of civilian infrastructure are a flagrant violation of the international law as well as sovereignty and territorial integrity of the brotherly…
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Karachi likely to receive rain from September 14: PMD
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted rain and thunderstorms in Karachi starting September 14, under the influence of a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. The Met Office said the system had formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and coastal areas of Odisha, and was currently located over Chhattisgarh and adjoining regions.…
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Birmingham Test: Razaullah Creates History on Test Debut with Blistering Fifty
BIRMINGHAM: Pakistan fast bowler Razaullah produced a sensational batting performance on his Test debut against England, helping Pakistan avoid an innings defeat and etching his name into the record books with an explosive half-century. Razaullah came to the crease at No. 9 during Pakistan’s second innings and played an attacking knock of 81 runs from…
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Brownfield Refinery Policy Issued, Paving Way for $5 Billion in Upgrades
ISLAMABAD: The government has issued its long-awaited Brownfield Refinery Policy, paving the way for refinery upgradation projects estimated at around $5 billion. Under the new policy, existing oil refineries will have to enter into upgrade agreements by October 1. Refineries that fail to sign the required agreements within the deadline will face a further reduction…
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Trump Says Iran War Will End Soon, Predicts Drop in Oil Prices
DUBLIN: US President Donald Trump has said that the war involving Iran will end very soon, after which oil prices are expected to decline. Trump made the remarks during his visit to Ireland, where he met with the Irish president and discussed trade and bilateral relations between the United States and Ireland. Speaking to the media, Trump said that the United States and Ireland were working together very effectively. He also expressed confidence that the conflict involving Iran would…
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Iranian President Says Iran Has No Dispute with Muslim or Neighboring Countries
NEW DELHI: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that Iran has no dispute with Muslim or neighboring countries and accused the United States of seeking to portray Iran as an enemy. Speaking during a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in the Indian capital New Delhi, Pezeshkian said Iran had no disagreements with its neighboring countries and did not want the continuation of war. The Iranian president said that peace remains Iran’s priority, emphasizing that Tehran does not want to prolong…
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PM Shehbaz Orders Maximum Two-Hour Load Shedding in Any Area
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of prolonged power outages being reported in different parts of the country and directed authorities to ensure that load shedding does not exceed two hours in any area. The prime minister chaired an important review meeting on electricity load management, during which he expressed concern over the…
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Referendum Possible if Parliament Approves Creation of New Provinces: Rana Sanaullah
LAHORE: Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has said that a referendum would be held if a joint sitting of Parliament approves the creation of new provinces in the country. Speaking at a press conference in Lahore, Rana Sanaullah said that discussions on the creation of new provinces at economic forums, seminars or…
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Five Killed as Dilapidated School Wall Collapses in Karachi’s Orangi Town
KARACHI: said the incident occurred when a weakened section of the school’s boundary wall suddenly gave At least five people were killed after a dilapidated wall of a government school collapsed in the Mominabad area of Orangi Town, Karachi. According to rescue officials, the death toll from the incident has risen to five, while two other people were injured in the collapse. Police officials said the incident occurred when a weakened section of the school’s boundary wall suddenly gave way.…
