Category: Pakistan
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Karachi to Experience Hotter, More Humid Weather; Heat Index May Exceed 41°C
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast an increase in heat and humidity in Karachi, warning that the heat index—or “feels-like” temperature—could rise to 41°C or higher in parts of the city. According to the PMD, hot and humid weather is expected to prevail throughout the day, with clear skies and intense sunshine during…
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Says Rapid Population Growth Is Pakistan’s Biggest Challenge
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described Pakistan’s rapidly increasing population as the country’s greatest challenge, calling for comprehensive measures to promote population welfare and ensure sustainable national development. The remarks were made while chairing a review meeting on population welfare in Islamabad, where the prime minister also directed authorities to convene a meeting of…
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Session Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar Killed in Gun Attack in Mastung
MASTUNG: Session Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar and his security guard were killed after unidentified assailants opened fire on their vehicle in the Wali Khan area of Mastung district, police said. According to District Police Officer (DPO) Allah Bakhsh Baloch, the attack also left Additional Session Judge Tariq Lashari and another individual seriously injured. The DPO…
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Yemen’s Houthis Claim Attack on Two Saudi Oil Tankers Over Alleged Blockade Violation
SANAA: Yemen’s Houthi movement, Ansar Allah, has claimed responsibility for attacks on two Saudi oil tankers, alleging that the vessels violated a maritime blockade imposed by the group. In a statement, Ansar Allah said the targeted tankers had breached its declared naval blockade, prompting the attacks. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), a Saudi-owned…
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Session Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar Killed in Gun Attack in Mastung
MASTUNG: A Session Judge and his security guard were killed after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the Wali Khan area of Mastung district, police said. According to District Police Officer (DPO) Allah Bakhsh Baloch, Session Judge Abdul Hakeem Kakar and his gunman died in the attack. The DPO said that Additional Session…
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Pakistan Expresses Concern Over Attempts to Draw Saudi Arabia into Middle East Conflict
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has expressed concern over attempts to draw Saudi Arabia into the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, while reaffirming its unwavering support for the Kingdom’s security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Speaking at the Foreign Office’s weekly press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Pakistan strongly condemned threats made by the Houthi movement…
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Oil Tankers, Reaffirms Pakistan’s Support in Call with Crown Prince
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the Houthi militia’s attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for Saudi Arabia during a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. According to an official statement, the two leaders spoke by phone following the attacks,…
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Petrol Pump Owners Withdraw Strike Call After Government Assures Resolution of Dealers’ Issues
ISLAMABAD: The Petrol Pump Owners Association and the Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) have withdrawn their planned nationwide strike after the government assured them that their longstanding concerns would be addressed. In a statement, the Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association announced that it had postponed the strike scheduled for the following day after receiving assurances from…
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Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Amir-ul-Azeem Passes Away
LAHORE: Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan Secretary General Amir-ul-Azeem has passed away after a prolonged illness, the party confirmed on Wednesday. A spokesperson for Jamaat-e-Islami said Amir-ul-Azeem had been suffering from cancer for a long time and had remained under treatment. According to the party, his funeral prayers will be offered at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday at Mansoora,…
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Four Arrested, Including NADRA Officials, Over Fake Documents for Afghan Nationals
KARACHI: Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested four suspects, including NADRA officials, for allegedly facilitating the issuance of fake identity documents to Afghan nationals. According to an FIA spokesperson, those arrested include NADRA Assistant Director Inam-ul-Haq, Deputy Assistant Director Fayyaz Ahmed, NADRA watchman Junaid Ahmed, and Muhammad Umar Shah. The arrests were made in…
