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Independence day preparations in full swing across Pakistan

Preparations for Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14 are in full swing, with cities like Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, and Islamabad buzzing with patriotic fervor. Streets and markets are adorned with national flags, badges, caps, and buntings, while citizens enthusiastically decorate their homes, offices, and vehicles with green crescent flags and colorful lights. Despite rising inflation, the public’s enthusiasm remains undiminished. Young […]

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PM Shehbaz, president Zardari pledge unwavering support for Kashmir on Youm-e-Istehsal

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s civil and military leadership strongly condemned India’s illegal occupation of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, marking Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir—the sixth anniversary of India’s controversial revocation of Article 370 in 2019. PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Statement Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called the Kashmir dispute a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy and urged the world to pressure India over human

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Armed forces reaffirm support for Kashmir on Youm-e-Istehsal

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s top military leaders, including Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Naval Chief, and Air Chief, have strongly pledged their support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) on Youm-e-Istehsal (Kashmir Exploitation Day). In a unified statement, the armed forces condemned India’s harsh military control over Kashmir,

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German consulate resumes visa processing for Pakistan

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KARACHI: The German Consulate has resumed visa services in Karachi after a temporary suspension due to security, technical, and administrative issues. In an official statement, the consulate confirmed that all visa categories—including those for students, business travelers, and other non-European citizens—are now being processed again. A spokesperson said the move aims to rebuild ties between Pakistan

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Section 144 imposed in Islamabad, Rawalpindi over security concerns

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ISLAMABAD: The district administration has imposed Section 144 in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, banning all public gatherings, rallies, and protests due to security concerns. The move comes after warnings of possible protests by a political party. In Islamabad, authorities have warned that anyone involved in illegal activities will be arrested immediately. Deputy Commissioner Islamabad stated that strict

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Lt gen (R) Muhammad Saeed appointed as chairman WAPDA

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After the approval of the federal cabinet, the government has appointed Lieutenant General (retd) Muhammad Saeed as the new head of the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA). He has assumed charge of his post after the formal notification of his appointment was issued. Lieutenant General (retd) Muhammad Saeed also held an important meeting with

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PTI’s nationwide protest on August 5, preparations finalised

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PT) has finalised preparations for the proposed nationwide protest demonstration on August 5. The party’s top leadership has taken decisive steps after thorough consultation on the schedule and strategy of the protest. All members of the National Assembly and Senate have been summoned to Islamabad, where they will participate in the protest outside

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PM orders intensified disaster response efforts in rain-affected areas of GB

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reviewed the devastation caused by recent rains in various areas of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and directed the relevant authorities to work diligently on disaster response and infrastructure resilience. Chairing a high-level meeting to assess the losses and damages caused by recent rains and cloud bursting incidents in Diamir and surrounding

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Case against Rana Sana was fake: Asad Qaiser

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, National / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: Senior leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and former Speaker of the National Assembly, Asad Qaiser, has revealed that the case against Rana Sanaullah was fake and was based on fabricated allegations. He said that the founder of PTI himself had expressed his displeasure over this case in the cabinet meeting. Asad Qaiser made it

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Banks starts receiving Hajj application for 2026

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, National / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: The Ministry of Religious Affairs, aspirants can submit Hajj applications through designated banks and online portals as the Bank starts the collection of Hajj fees from pilgrims today, Monday. According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the first instalment will be collected from registered pilgrims on a first-come, first-served basis from today to August

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