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Nepali rescuers buoyed by miracle finds but tough conditions persist
Nepali rescuers faced challenging conditions on Sunday as search operations after catastrophic floods entered a 12th day, buoyed by the extraordinary rescues of four survivors. The glacial and mountain collapse on the China-Nepal border killed at least 1,384 people and left more than 5,500 missing across the two countries. Rescuers found two more people alive…
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PCB, franchises weigh January window for next PSL edition: report
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and eight Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise owners have discussed moving next year’s tournament to January, ESPNcricinfo reported on Saturday. The proposal was discussed at the PSL Governing Council meeting held in London on September 1, with media rights holder Walee Technologies reportedly pushing for an earlier window. The report said Walee…
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Powerful quarters back restructuring Pakistan’s existing administrative setup: sources
ISLAMABAD: Powerful quarters are believed to be in favour of restructuring Pakistan’s existing administrative setup through the creation of additional provinces or administrative units, but the issue has so far not been formally discussed in the federal cabinet, The News reported on Sunday, citing sources. The sources said that although the debate over creating new federating units…
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May 9 riots: PTI leader Hammad Azhar ‘arrested’ from Multan
LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former National Assembly member Hammad Azhar has been arrested in Multan, police sources said on Sunday. Police sources said Azhar was arrested in Multan before being handed over to Lahore police for further proceedings. Azhar is involved in multiple cases registered in connection with the May 9, 2023 riots.…
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Pakistan and Seven Other Countries Condemn Calls to Expel Palestinians from Gaza
Pakistan and seven other countries have strongly condemned statements by Israeli ministers regarding the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza. A joint statement was issued by the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and the United Arab Emirates. The eight countries rejected any plan or attempt to forcibly remove Palestinians from…
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Greek F-4 Phantom Crashes During Air Show Near Athens
A Greek Air Force F-4 Phantom fighter jet crashed during the Athens Flying Week air show at Tanagra Air Base, north of Athens, killing both pilots on board. Reuters+1 The accident occurred during a low-altitude maneuver in front of thousands of spectators. The crash sparked a major fire and sent thick black smoke into the…
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PSL Could Be Held Earlier Than Expected Next Year
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and owners of all eight Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises have discussed the possibility of holding next year’s tournament in January instead of the usual April-May window. According to a Cricinfo report, the proposal was discussed during a PSL Governing Council meeting in London. The move is being considered partly…
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Pakistan Issues Third LNG Cargo Tender for September
Pakistan has issued a tender for an LNG cargo for September for the third time, seeking bids from international suppliers. Pakistan LNG Limited has invited bids for delivery between September 12 and 16. The deadline for submitting bids is September 8, with the offers scheduled to be opened on the same day. The government had…
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MQM Stands Firm on Demand for New Administrative Units: Mustafa Kamal
Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has said the MQM has not changed its position on the creation of new provinces or administrative units. Speaking to the media after inaugurating an International Travellers Vaccination Centre, Kamal criticized the Sindh government, saying the Pakistan Peoples Party has been in power in the province for 18 years but…
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New Administrative Units Will Be Created, Says Mohsin Naqvi
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said new administrative units in Pakistan will eventually be created, stressing that no one can stop the process if it reflects the will of the people. Addressing an event in Lahore, Naqvi said Pakistan needed to “reset” its system after 79 years because citizens were still not receiving the…
