Category: Pakistan
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DC and SSP Khairpur Review Muharram Security Arrangements Across Key Areas
Khairpur, June 20, 2026: Deputy Commissioner Khairpur Altaf Ahmed Chachar and SSP Khairpur Captain (R) Ameer Saud Magsi conducted visits to several areas including Piryalo, Khuhra, and Kumb to review security and administrative arrangements ahead of Muharram-ul-Haram. During the inspection, the officials assessed arrangements along mourning procession routes and at central Imambargahs, focusing on overall…
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Nearly 10 Million Children in Pakistan Engaged in Work Instead of Education, Says UNICEF Report
Islamabad: Nearly 10 million children in Pakistan are engaged in work rather than attending school, according to a report released by UNICEF and the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP), highlighting the persistent challenge of child labor across the country. The report reveals that more than 8 million children are involved in child labor, while…
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DIG Crime Sindh Visits Hyderabad Women Police Station and One Stop Protection Cell
Hyderabad, June 19, 2026: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Crime Sindh Aamir Farooqui visited the Women Police Station and One Stop Protection Cell (OSPC) in Hyderabad to review ongoing initiatives aimed at the protection, welfare, rehabilitation, and legal assistance of women and children. The visit highlighted the Sindh Police’s continued efforts to strengthen support mechanisms for…
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Public Transport Fares Reduced Following Major Cut in Petrol and Diesel Prices
Lahore: Public transport operators across Pakistan have announced a 15 percent reduction in fares following the federal government’s decision to significantly reduce the prices of petroleum products. The announcement was made by the President of the All Pakistan Public Transport Owners Federation, who said that the fare reduction would take effect immediately and provide relief…
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Commissioner Sukkur Directs Uninterrupted Electricity and Gas Supply During Ashura
Sukkur: Commissioner Sukkur Division Abid Saleem Qureshi has directed utility service providers to ensure uninterrupted electricity and gas supply during Muharram-ul-Haram, particularly on the 9th and 10th of Muharram, to facilitate mourners and maintain smooth conduct of religious gatherings and processions. The directive was issued during an important meeting held at the Commissioner House Camp…
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Jamshoro Police Arrest Motorcycle Theft Gang, Recover 18 Stolen Bikes
Jamshoro: Acting on the directives of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jamshoro Zafar Siddique Chhanga, police in the Sehwan Sub-Division have successfully arrested members of a motorcycle theft gang and recovered 18 stolen motorcycles, which were later returned to their rightful owners after legal formalities. Addressing a press conference, DSP Sehwan Faraz Ali said that…
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Seven Killed, Three Injured in Twin Roadside Bomb Explosions in Bannu
Peshawar: At least seven people were killed and three others injured in two roadside bomb explosions in the Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday, according to local authorities. The deadly incident took place in the Marka Bera area of Bannu, where explosives planted along a roadside detonated, targeting a passenger vehicle traveling toward the…
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PM Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Agree to Advance Next Phase of Iran–US Peace Accord
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening regional peace and stability, agreeing to work closely on advancing the next phase of the recently concluded Iran–United States agreement. According to an official statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the two leaders held a high-level…
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PPP Contacts PTI and MWM Leaders for Government Formation in Gilgit-Baltistan
Gilgit: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has reportedly initiated contacts with the leadership of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) as efforts intensify to form the next government in Gilgit-Baltistan following the recently held assembly elections. According to political sources, the PPP is exploring the possibility of forming a coalition with opposition parties at…
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New Simplified Electricity Bill Format Introduced Across Pakistan
Islamabad: The Power Division has introduced a new and simplified electricity bill format across the country, aiming to make billing information clearer and more user-friendly for consumers. According to the spokesperson of the Power Division, the redesigned bill places key information such as payable amount, due date, and unit consumption details in a more prominent…
