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PM orders third-party audits to boost transparency in public welfare projects

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif directed on Thursday that third-party validation be ensured for transparency in public welfare projects, particularly those related to clean water, electricity, communication, and education. He emphasised the importance of maintaining high standards in both completed and near-completion projects through independent validation. While chairing a review meeting on the development projects […]

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PDMA KP issues fresh alert as more rains expected across province

Heavy rainfall triggers urban flooding in Rawalpindi, Islamabad

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, National / Web Desk

PESHAWAR: The Routine life of the citizens was badly affected as heavy rains lashed Rawalpindi and Islamabad on the third consecutive day, resulting in floods and inundation of water near houses and commercial centre. The twin cities recorded 129 mm of rain, resulting in high water in various streams to a dangerous level. According to

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New Salar system introduced as 40,000 Pakistanis go missing in Iraq, Iran, Syria: MoRA

National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf revealed that around 40,000 Pakistani Zaireen have gone missing after traveling to Iran, Iraq, and Syria, with no official records of their whereabouts. Addressing a press conference, the minister said the government has abolished the traditional “Salar system” and introduced a computerized tracking system to prevent such incidents. Now, only

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PTI to challenge Lahore ATC’s May 9 verdict in higher courts

PTI vows to continue struggle for Khan’s release

National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) parliamentary party strongly condemned the alleged mistreatment of its chairman, Imran Khan, and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in Adiala Jail during a meeting on Tuesday. The party claimed Khan is being denied basic rights, including access to books, legal meetings, and family visits, while being confined for 22 hours daily. Bushra

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Three Indian-backed terrorists killed, Major martyred

Security forces kill three Indian-backed terrorists; major embraces martyrdom

National / Web Desk

Security Forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Awaran District, on the reported presence of terrorists belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Hindustan. During the conduct of the operation, their own troops effectively engaged the terrorist location and, resultantly, three Indian sponsored terrorists were sent to hell. However, during the intense fire exchange, Major Syed Rabnawaz

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ECP can’t declare members honest or trustworthy, says Barrister Gohar

National / Web Desk

By: Mehwish Qamas The chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), Barrister Gohar Khan, stated that the Supreme Court has clarified that the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) does not possess the authority to declare any member as “Sadiq” and “Amin.” In an interview with Pakhtun Digital in Islamabad on Wednesday, Barrister Gohar highlighted the

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Federal cabinet oks 15% increase in EOBI pensions

National / Web Desk

On Wednesday, the federal cabinet approved a 15% increase in pensions provided by the Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI), effective from January 1, 2025. This decision was made on the recommendation of the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, and the increase will be funded from the institution’s own resources. The meeting, chaired

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PM Shehbaz Sharif to chair important meeting of Federal Cabinet today, major decisions expected

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: An important meeting of the federal cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will be held in Islamabad today, in which important decisions are expected at the national level. The meeting will consider a six-point agenda, the aim of which is to ensure progress on important issues related to the economy, trade, social security

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PTI imprisoned leader Dr. Yasmin Rashid facing health complications, shifted to Services Hospital Lahore

National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: Senior leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and former Punjab Health Minister Dr. Yasmin Rashid fell ill, after which she was immediately shifted from Kot Lakhpat Jail to Services Hospital. According to private TV channel Dr. Yasmin Rashid’s lawyer Rana Mudassar, his client was facing difficulty in breathing, severe pain in the stomach and abdomen,

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Recent hike in petroleum prices will bring another wave of inflation, says Transporters

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, National / Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: Transporters and daily wagers have expressed severe resentment over the government’s decision to bring a fresh increase in the prices of petroleum products and said that this would not only affect the daily wagers but would also bring a new wave of inflation across the country. Talking to Pakhtun Digital, Shehzad, a local driver, said

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