Category: Pakistan
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Unannounced Power Outages in Karachi Affect Electric Bus Service
KARACHI: Ongoing unannounced electricity load-shedding in Karachi has begun affecting public transportation services, with the city’s electric bus (EV) service facing partial disruptions due to a prolonged power outage at a key operational facility. According to the administration of the Peoples Bus Service Karachi, electricity supply to the Mehran Depot has remained suspended for the…
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Businessman Nazeer Ali Ajan Protests Alleged Land Grab in Kunb, Seeks Action from Authorities
KUNB (Khairpur): A local businessman, Nazeer Ali Ajan, has protested against what he describes as the illegal occupation of his legally purchased plot and has appealed to senior government officials to take immediate notice of the matter and ensure justice. Speaking to the media, Nazeer Ali Ajan, a resident of Village Allan Khan Ajan and…
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Dust Storms and Rain Expected in Parts of Central Sindh on June 2
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast the possibility of dust storms and rainfall in several areas of central Sindh on June 2, while Karachi is expected to continue experiencing hot and humid weather conditions. According to the Met Office, weather patterns indicate that strong winds may develop during the night in areas surrounding…
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Karachi Public Has Rejected MQM’s Linguistic Politics, Says Sindh Government Spokesperson in Response to Farooq Sattar
KARACHI: Sindh government spokesperson Sadia Javed has strongly reacted to MQM Pakistan leader Farooq Sattar’s recent press conference, saying that the people of Karachi have already rejected MQM’s “linguistic politics” and that the city can no longer be misled by what she called an outdated narrative. In her statement, Sadia Javed said that those who…
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Farooq Sattar Accuses PPP of Removing Sindh Governor for Obstructing Illegal Activities
Karachi: Senior leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), Farooq Sattar, has alleged that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) played a key role in the removal of former Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori because he stood in the way of what Sattar described as the party’s “illegal activities.” The remarks were made during a press conference…
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Talks Between Public Action Committee and Federal Negotiating Team Conclude in Muzaffarabad
MUZAFFARABAD: Negotiations between the Public Action Committee (PAC) and the federal government’s negotiating committee have concluded in Muzaffarabad, with both sides agreeing to continue engagement in the coming days. Despite the discussions, the Public Action Committee announced that it would maintain its call for a strike and long march on June 9, indicating that key…
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Security Concerns Behind Airport Disruption, Not an Attempt to Stop Asad Qaiser: Talal Chaudhry
ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry has said that the traffic disruption near Islamabad International Airport was caused by security arrangements and was not an attempt to prevent PTI leader Asad Qaiser from traveling. Speaking on Geo News’ current affairs program “Naya Pakistan,” Chaudhry rejected allegations that the government deliberately obstructed Qaiser’s journey…
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KP Chief Minister Writes to Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Justice Seeking Measures for Free and Fair Elections
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has written a letter to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Appellate Court of Gilgit-Baltistan, urging judicial attention to ensure the conduct of free, fair, and transparent elections in the region. The letter expresses concerns regarding the electoral environment in Gilgit-Baltistan and calls for steps to safeguard democratic…
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Pakistan’s Post-Hajj Repatriation Operation Begins as First Flight Arrives in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The return journey of Pakistani pilgrims has officially begun, with the first post-Hajj flight arriving in Islamabad from Jeddah, marking the start of a large-scale operation to bring thousands of pilgrims back home after completing their Hajj pilgrimage. According to officials, Flight PK-742 landed in Islamabad carrying 114 pilgrims, becoming one of the first…
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Four Killed, Four Injured After Speeding Car Crashes Into Vehicles and Motorcycles in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: At least four people lost their lives and four others were injured after a speeding car collided with multiple vehicles and motorcycles in the federal capital, police officials said. The tragic accident occurred in the Athal Chowk area of Bhara Kahu, where a high-speed vehicle reportedly lost control and crashed into two cars and…
