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Roads in Rawalpindi were blocked on Friday following Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) call for nationwide protests after Friday prayers. Key roads, such as Peshawar Road near Cheering Cross and NAL Road near Military Hospital (MH), were barricaded, with only one lane open for traffic. Police placed zig-zag pickets at entry points into Rawalpindi, increasing security presence. …
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LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) announced the formation of a full court bench to address a series of harassment incidents involving female students. Chief Justice Aalia Neelum emphasized the importance of this matter during a hearing on Friday. The court directed authorities to take the statement of an alleged victim linked to a high-profile …
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RAWALPINDI: Police arrested more than 380 student protesters in Rawalpindi and filed cases against over 1,500 unidentified individuals. The arrests came after a large demonstration on Thursday by students protesting the alleged rape of a college student in Lahore. Police reported that the protesters violated Section 144, disrupted public order, and damaged property. They threw …
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Barrister Saif, Information Advisor for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, announced on Thursday that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will resist the proposed constitutional amendment. He stated that the party will oppose it through both legal and political means. Saif accused the current government of being “illegitimate” and claimed it was attempting to secretly alter the Constitution without proper …
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LAHORE: The ruling parties held a crucial meeting at Jati Umra, the Sharif family’s residence in Lahore. They made significant progress in securing Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s support. The JUI-F leader is backing their proposed judicial reform package. The agreement, however, still requires cooperation from the PTI to reach complete consensus on the constitutional amendments. Maulana …
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RAWALPINDI: At least 150 protesters are arrested as police used tear gas to disperse students demonstrating against the alleged rape of a Lahore student. The protests erupted after reports of the incident went viral on social media. Last week, a private college student in Lahore alleged she was raped, prompting the police to arrest a …
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ISLAMABAD: The two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Heads of Government summit concluded successfully in Islamabad yesterday. The summit focused on multilateralism and enhancing Eurasian connectivity. Notable attendees included the PM of China and Russia, top leaders and officials from other member states. The meeting sent a strong message that Pakistan is open for business and …
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ISLAMABAD: A Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa dismissed a plea challenging the proposed 26th constitutional amendment. The dismissal came after the petitioner’s lawyer, Advocate Hamid Khan, requested to withdraw the case. The three-member bench also included Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan and Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan. The petition sought to challenge …
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Karachi: The city has been enveloped in a foul odour, particularly in its coastal areas. This unpleasant smell stems from the decomposition of aquatic plants known as phytoplankton. This phenomenon occurs annually and is linked to changing wind patterns. Residents first noticed the unusual stench after the monsoon rains ended on September 5. The recent …
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Pakistani Rupee Falls for 3rd Consecutive Day Against USDJemima Goldsmith, Imran Khan’s ex-wife, voiced concerns regarding his health and treatment in Adiala Jail. She urged for his immediate release on Tuesday, citing serious reports of mistreatment. Goldsmith took to X (formerly Twitter), highlighting that Khan had been deprived of visits from family and lawyers, and …
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The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) recently introduced the NADRA Biker Service. Citizens will get their Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs) without visiting the office. This service aims to ease the burden of long lines and save people time. For many, getting a CNIC or updating information has become a time-consuming and frustrating process. …
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The 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, held in Islamabad, concluded on Wednesday with the signing of eight significant agreements. These agreements focused on critical areas such as the SCO’s budget, the operations of its secretariat, and regional counterterrorism efforts. The summit highlighted the organisation’s commitment to cooperation in security, trade, and economic development. Pakistan’s …
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The United States affirmed Pakistan’s right to align with any regional groupings while emphasizing adherence to international law. The statement came on Tuesday, as Pakistan hosts the significant Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Islamabad. This summit features major players like Russia, China, India, Iran, and key Central Asian states. During a press briefing, US …
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A major power breakdown occurred at the Dhabeji pumping station in Thatta, shutting down three pumps. A rupture in a 72-inch pipeline, identified as pipeline number 5, caused the disruption. This pipeline supplies water to Karachi, and the breakdown has stopped over 18 million gallons of water from reaching the city. The Karachi Water and …
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for expanding China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) while chairing the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Islamabad. The SCO includes major regional players like China, India, Russia, and Pakistan. The summit took place at the Jinnah Convention Centre. As the current Chair of the Council of Heads of …
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LONDON: Pakistani politics have entered the Oxford University chancellorship race after Imran Khan submitted his candidacy. The university did not expect the backlash, The Times reported on Monday. The contest is so intense that officials sought a legal opinion on whether Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), meets the eligibility requirements. Khan’s candidacy has …
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ISLAMABAD: Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Iranian Minister for Industry and Trade Syed Mohammad Atabek arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday to attend the 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Their presence underscores the significance of the high-profile event. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warmly received …
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RAWALPINDI: A seven-member joint investigation team (JIT) has been formed to investigate the spread of disinformation related to an alleged sexual assault incident at a private educational institution in Lahore. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) leads the investigation, focusing on the role of social media in spreading false information. FIA Deputy Director Forensics, Waqas Saeed, …
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Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman called for the ongoing Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Islamabad to address the Palestinian issue and condemn the violence in Gaza. Speaking to the media in Faisalabad on Tuesday, Rehman emphasized that the SCO should discuss the atrocities in Gaza and collectively condemn them. He warned, “If India …
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A second group of 64 Palestinian medical and dental students from Gaza arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday morning. A prominent non-governmental organization (NGO) confirmed this initiative. It aims to help students affected by the conflict in the Middle East. This initiative began in July. Pakistan announced that over 100 Palestinian students would receive scholarships. Therefore, …
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RAWALPINDI: Dr. Asim Hussain, Imran Khan’s personal physician, arrived at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on Tuesday to meet the former prime minister for a medical examination. However, the jail authorities denied him entry. PTI officials reported that Dr. Hussain, who also serves as the CEO of Shaukat Khanum Hospital, waited outside the jail, seeking clearance …
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India’s Minister for External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday. This marks the first such visit in nearly a decade. Jaishankar is attending the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, which will start in the evening. The SCO includes China, India, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, and several Central Asian states. Pakistan joined as a …
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Punjab police have dismissed claims about the alleged rape of a private college student, stating that “there is no victim” connected to the accusations that led to a violent protest in Lahore. On Monday, students gathered outside the college to protest after rumors of a female student’s rape spread on social media. The protest quickly …
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