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Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, speaking at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Business and Investment Conference, reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the “Shanghai Spirit” of mutual trust, equality, and shared development. He highlighted Pakistan’s strategic location, abundant resources, and skilled workforce, positioning the country as a key hub
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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb claims that all matters with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have been resolved smoothly. In a statement, the minister said Pakistan was moving towards development after achieving economic stability. The finance minister expressed gratitude for Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s team, the IMF negotiating team,
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On Thursday morning, the by-election for NA-171 Rahim Yar Khan-III faced delays at several polling stations due to mismanagement. Stations 103, 104, 105, and 260 did not open on time as voters were unable to enter, and security officials outside were unresponsive when questioned about the delays. This by-election was
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Former federal minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed challenged National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq to resign if he still had any sense of conscience. Rashid urged lawmakers to consider submitting a no-confidence motion against Sadiq. Speaking to reporters, Rashid criticized the way lawmakers were detained, comparing it unfavorably to the handling
The Sindh High Court (SHC) held a hearing on petitions challenging the closure of social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, across Pakistan. During the proceedings, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) confirmed that it had withdrawn the notification that led to the platform’s suspension. Representing the PTA, lawyer
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In a recording studio in Dubai, 26-year-old Ghaliaa Chaker, dressed in a hijab, tunes her guitar and sings original songs, making waves with more than just her music. Raised in the UAE and originally from Syria, Chaker has captured the hearts of many, amassing 437,000 Instagram followers and millions
Imran Khan
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) cleared a significant hurdle for PTI founder Imran Khan by removing objections to his plea against a potential military trial and detention, according to ARY News. The court instructed the registrar’s office to process the case and asked the federal government to provide a
Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is set to become the first Central Asian country to access the Gwadar Port under China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as both countries are about to ink an agreement in this regard. Pakistan and Turkmenistan are already venturing various joint projects, including TAPI pipeline, railway track and fibre connectivity
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Maya Ali and Wahaj Ali are generating excitement with their upcoming drama “Sunn Mere Dil,” set to premiere on September 12. The production house and the lead actors have teased fans with a sneak peek on Instagram, promising an unforgettable love story. The post reads: “This year, discover a new
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The price of electricity has been increased by Rs1.74 per unit, following a notification issued by the relevant authorities. The adjustment, which applies to both K-Electric and other Distribution Companies (DISCOs), is set to affect electricity consumers across the country. The hike in rates, implemented as a quarterly adjustment,
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Iran’s foreign minister said on Wednesday that Tehran had not delivered any ballistic missiles to Russia and sanctions imposed on Iran by the United States and three European powers would not solve any problems between them. “Once again, US and E3 act on faulty intelligence and flawed logic. Iran
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On Wednesday, Zartaj Gul, a leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), approached the Peshawar High Court (PHC) seeking transit bail after a case was filed against her in Islamabad following a rally on September 8. In her request to the court, Gul explained that she faces legal action in Islamabad related
Turkmenistan
On 11 September 2024, a ceremony was held at the border of Turkmenistan and Afghanistan with the participation of delegations of the two countries to launch the construction of energy and transport infrastructure facilities. The ceremony was led by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov via videoconference. The projects launched include:
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National Assembly Speaker Ayuaz Sadiq has called for the establishment of a ‘Charter of Parliament’ to encourage cooperation between the government and opposition, stressing the need for a unified approach to running the House. “If the opposition will not speak here, where will it speak?” the speaker Ayaz Sadiq remarked,
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ISLAMABAD, Sep11: The Punjab government has rescinded a 14-rupee per unit electricity subsidy for Islamabad consumers, following pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). As a result, federal area residents will not receive this subsidy on their September utility bills. According to a notification from Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO)
Inflation
ISLAMABAD, Sep 11: The National Bureau’s Statistics claim that inflation has dropped from 33% to 9% over the past nine months has been widely disputed by the public. Surveys conducted across various markets reveal that citizens feel the cost of living remains high, with essential goods becoming increasingly expensive.