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Pakistan consumes 55 bln plastic bags annually

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Chairperson, Senate Standing on Climate Change, Senator Sherry Rehman on World Plastic Bag Free Day said that the country was consuming 55 billion plastic bags annually at an expected increase by 15 percent in its usage every year. The Chairperson Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change Senator in her message on the International Plastic Bag Free Day urged the nation …

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Equipment worth Rs10mln stolen from Karachi’s hospital

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In a shocking incident, dacoits stole parts of the CT scan machine and other equipment from Sindh government hospital in Liaquatabad area of Karachi. As per details, the equipment including wiring, circuit, UPS, batteries, and other essential components were stolen from the Advance Trauma Centre. The machine was installed at a cost of over Rs 10 million. After the incident, …

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Punjab senior bureaucrats to soon get luxury houses

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Plans are underway to provide luxury houses after luxury cars to senior government officials, with construction already commenced on lavish residences designated for senior bureaucrats of grades 20, 21, and 22. According to the documents, initially approved at a cost of Rs1.6445 billion for 27 houses, the project has now expanded to include 29 double-storey luxury houses, complete with amenities …

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PM Sharif touches down in Kazakhstan to attend twin SCO Summits

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has landed in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, to attend the twin summits of the SCO Council of Heads of State (CHS) and SCO Plus, scheduled for July 3 and 4. He was received warmly by his Kazakh counterpart Oljas Bektenov at the airport. The prime minister was accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister …

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Pakistan’s tallest man Zia Rasheed passes away at 30

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Zia Rasheed renowned as Pakistan’s tallest man standing at an impressive 8 feet (244 cm) –  passed away on Tuesday in his hometown Vehari after a prolonged battle with illness. He was 30 years old. Zia, who became a national figure due to his extraordinary height, attracted significant attention and admiration from people across the country. His funeral prayer was …

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Shehbaz Sharif lands in Dushanbe on official visit to Tajikistan

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif landed in Dushanbe on Monday for a two-day official visit to Tajikistan, where he was warmly welcomed at the airport by his Tajik counterpart Kokhir Rasulzoda, Tajik Minister of Energy and Water Resources Daler Juma, and Tajik deputy minister of foreign affairs. As the prime minister reached the Qasr-e-Millat Palace, he was warmly received by President …

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Rebuffing UN body’s recommendations, law minister says Imran’s detention ‘internal matter’

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Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Tuesday rebuffed the recommendations of the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention regarding PTI founder Imran Khan’s release and said the former premier’s detention was an “internal matter”. In an opinion made public a day ago, the working group held that Imran’s prosecution and detention in the cipher and one of the two …

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Justice Aalia Neelum nominated as first woman chief justice of LHC

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Justice Aalia Neelum has been nominated as the first woman chief justice of the Lahore High Court. The Judicial Commission of Pakistan, chaired by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, unanimously approved her nomination on Tuesday. During a significant session of the Judicial Commission, the name of Justice Neelum was put forward and received unanimous approval, marking a milestone in the country’s …

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‘Election commission violated Constitution itself: Justice Athar Minallah

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Hearing the reserved seats case of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), the Supreme Court (SC) examined whether the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) committed a constitutional violation. Justice Athar Minallah remarked that the election commission had itself committed a serious violation of the Constitution, and questioned if, as guardians of fundamental rights, it was the court’s responsibility to correct it. …

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Pakistan, Afghan interim govt re-establish contact in Doha for peace talks

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Pakistan and the Afghan interim government have re-established contact in Doha, Qatar. The Pakistani and Afghan delegations met at the residence of the Pakistani ambassador in Qatar, where they participated in discussions facilitated by the United Nations during the Afghan conference. As per reports, Pakistan’s Special Representative on Afghanistan, Ambassador Asif Durrani met with the spokesperson of Islamic Emirate of …

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JI to hold sit-in against loadshedding on July 12: Hafiz Naeem

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Jamaat Islami has announced protest sit-in in Islamabad against over-billing and power loadshedding on July 12, on Monday. Ameer Jamaat Islami Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has claimed that 1,000 people have died in the ongoing heatwave, but K-Electric didn’t reduce loadshedding of electricity in Karachi. “It has been 19 years to privatization of the power utility but its line losses …

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FIA investigates YouTuber Hasan Iqbal Chishti ‘anti-women education’ video

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Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle Monday launched an investigation against YouTuber Hasan Iqbal on a complaint launched by the Punjab Commission on the Status of Women’s ‘anti-education’ video. A video has gone viral on social media in which women’s education was opposed as YouTuber Iqbal Chishti claimed that girls danced in schools and colleges and also condemned parents …

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India, Pakistan exchange lists of civilian prisoners, fishermen

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India and Pakistan Monday exchanged the lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in each other’s custody under provisions of the bilateral Agreement on Consular Access 2008, under which the lists are exchanged every year on January 1 and July 1. India has shared the lists of 366 civilian prisoners and 86 fishermen in India’s custody of Pakistan prisoners. Pakistan has …

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ECP empowered to decide reserved seats allocation formula: SC judge

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Justice Ayesha Malik of the Supreme Court on Monday declared that the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) holds the reins of the formula for the allocation of reserved seats, granting it the authority to declare any candidate as an independent candidate. As part of a 13-member full-court SC bench hearing the Sunni Ittehad Council’s (SIC) plea against the Peshawar High …

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20 inmates escape from Rawalakot jail after taking cops hostage

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Over 20 inmates escaped from Rawalakot District Jail after taking the police personnel hostage. As per details, the police officials stated the prisoners opened fire on cops, injuring one inmate who was arrested later. The escaped prisoners include dangerous criminals, according to police. A shootout exchange occurred between police and prisoners on the outskirts of the city, killing one inmate. …

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Urban flooding alert issued as monsoon arrives

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An urban flooding alert has been issued in Faisalabad with the arrival of the monsoon 2024 season. Faisalabad Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) has intensified the process of cleaning rain drains throughout the city to mitigate the risk of flooding. Faisalabad is known as Manchester of Pakistan due to its industrialization and large scale mabour market. The Faisalabad district came …

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Sikh pilgrims visit Pakistan for Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s death anniversary

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On the occasion of the death anniversary of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Sikh pilgrims from India and other countries arrived in Pakistan. The pilgrimage began at Gurdwara Panja Sahib, and the caravan of pilgrims reached Gurdwara Nankana Sahib via a special shuttle service. The Sikh pilgrims commended the government and security forces for providing excellent accommodation and food arrangements. “All of …

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President Zardari signs Finance Bill; approves federal budget 2024-25

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President Asif Ali Zardari signed the Finance Bill 2024 approving the federal budget 2024-25. A signed copy of the Finance Bill will also be sent to Parliament. The new federal budget will come into effect from July 1 The National Assembly, in a session chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, approved the federal budget worth Rs18.877 trillion. However, the session saw …

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Economic benefits of Balochistan’s natural resources reaching local people

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The economic benefits of Balochistan’s natural resources are increasingly reaching the local population, with significant contributions from the Oil and Gas Company, MPCL. The company has completed several projects in the Harnai, Bolan, Quetta, and Ziarat areas at a cost of 743 million rupees. These projects include initiatives in health, education, water supply schemes, electricity and gas supply, and infrastructure …

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LHC directs PM Office to bar agencies from approaching, contacting ‘any judge’

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The Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to issue instructions to all civil and military agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau and Inter-Services Intelligence, against contacting or approaching “any judge” or member of their staff. Justice Shahid Karim issued the directions in a written order which emerged on Saturday on a complaint filed by an anti-terrorism …

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Empowering CMWs key to improve healthcare, family planning in Sindh

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Community Midwives (CMWs) are frontline first contact healthcare heroes whose services are indispensable to healthcare service delivery. Empowering CMWs has led to positive family planning results in the districts of Matiari and Tando Muhammad Khan. “Building on the achievements of the CMWs Plus project, the government plans to replicate and scale it up across Sindh province”, stated Health Secretary Rehan …

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PM Sharif likely to meet Xi, Putin on the sidelines of SCO summit next week

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to leave for a three-day visit to Central Asia on July 2. The tour, which includes visits to Tajikistan and Kazakhstan, aims to bolster trade, investment, and diplomatic ties. On the first leg of the tour, sources said, Prime Minister Sharif, accompanied by a delegation, will arrive in Tajikistan at the invitation of President …

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Constitution not problem, its execution is’, says CJP Faez Isa

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Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa asserted on Saturday that the constitution is flawed in neither substance nor spirit, but rather in its execution. Addressing a ceremony, the top judge called for measures to ensure women’s representation across all spheres of life. “There are many positive aspects of our culture that we often overlook. The first word revealed in the Holy …

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Tax-laden budget moved in NA ahead of talks on fresh IMF loan

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The National Assembly on Friday moved to pass the government’s tax-heavy finance bill for the coming fiscal year ahead of more talks on a new International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout as it seeks to avert a debt default for an economy growing at the slowest pace in South Asia. The government presented the tax-loaded budget two weeks ago, drawing sharp …

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NAB chairman moves SC against IK’s bail in £190 million Al-Qadir Trust case

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The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman has filed an appeal against the Supreme Court for canceling the bail of PTI founder Imran Khan in a 190 million pound case. NAB chairman filed an appeal against Islamabad High Court (IHC) bail decision The anti-graft watchdog chairman prayed court to accept the appeal against the decision of the Islamabad High Court (IHC). …

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Contempt case: SC accepts unconditional apologies of Faisal Vawda, Mustafa Kamal

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The Supreme Court has accepted the unconditional apologies of independent Senator Faisal Vawda and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) MNA Mustafa Kamal in a contempt of court case. During the hearing held on Friday, the Supreme Court accepted Faisal Vawda’s unconditional apology and also withdrew the contempt notice issued against the two political leaders. The court directed the TV channels related …

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Pakistan foreign office denies exchange of letters with India

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Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch categorically denied reports of an exchange of letters between Pakistan and India, stating that such claims are purely speculative and often propagated by Indian media without basis. She said Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed grave concerns over the ongoing conflicts in Palestine and Kashmir, emphasizing the urgent need for international intervention and …

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Iddat case: Court rejects PTI founder, Bushra Bibi’s pleas to suspend sentence

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A district and sessions court in Islamabad on Thursday rejected Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi’s pleas seeking suspension of their sentences in the iddat case. Additional district and sessions judge (ADSJ) Afzal Majoka announced the verdict, which had been reserved on Tuesday. The Islamabad High Court (IHC), earlier this month, had ordered the session …

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Reserved seats case: Supreme Court did not mean to exclude PTI from elections

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During the hearing of the petition regarding the reserved seats of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) in the Supreme Court on Thursday, the court said that it upheld the decision of the election commission, but did not say the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) should be excluded from the elections. Nor did the Supreme Court meant to exclude the PTI from elections, …

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Cannot allow anyone to interfere in our internal affairs,’ Dar on US resolution

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for a special session of the National Assembly to discuss Pakistan’s foreign policy in light of a recent resolution by the US House of Representatives. Speaking on the matter on the floor of the National Assembly, Dar proposed a special session on the foreign policy where the government will explain …

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Police arrest 5 suspects in model Zainab Jamil attack case

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The investigation into the murderous attack on salon owner and model Zainab Jamil has made significant headway, with police arresting five suspects involved in the case. The arrests were confirmed by SP Cantt Owais Shafiq, who revealed details of the suspects’ roles in the attack. One of the key suspects, identified as Zia, provided the motorcycle and weapons used by …

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PM Shehbaz says ready to hold talks with opposition

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Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday invited the opposition political parties to join heads for a dialogue to discuss the ways to take the country ahead. “Let us sit together to take the country ahead. Let us talk for the betterment of the country. There is no other way forward,” the prime minister said addressing the National Assembly here. …

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Vawda submits unconditional apology to SC in contempt case

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Senator Faisal Vawda has issued an unconditional apology in the contempt of court case against him, submitting a new response to the show-cause notice in the Supreme Court. In his written response, Vawda expressed remorse and stated that he leaves himself at the mercy of the court. He clarified that his intention was not to disrespect the judiciary, but he …

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PM stresses promotion of alternative energy sources, especially solar

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting today at the Petroleum Division headquarters in Islamabad on Wednesday morning, emphasizing the urgent need to accelerate Pakistan’s energy diversification efforts. During the meeting, the prime minister highlighted: “We need to focus on promoting alternative energy sources, especially solar energy.” He also underscored the critical importance of Thar coal to Pakistan’s energy landscape, …

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Thar Coal project comes under limelight once again

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif chaired a meeting on the issue of the Petroleum Division and directed him to prepare a strategy regarding the gasification of Thar Coal. During the meeting, a briefing was given on the progress and proposals regarding the petroleum and gas sectors. Smart meters will be installed to prevent theft from oil and gas pipelines. In …

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PIA remains banned for Europe flights over failure to meet safety standards

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In the case of Pakistan International Airlines’ (PIA) ban on its flights to European countries for four years, it has been revealed that the national airlines continues to fail to demonstrate effective compliance with the stringent safety standards mandated by the European Union (EU). The spokesperson of the European Commission has released detailed reasons for maintaining the ban. It cites …

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Pakistan to enhance women’s welfare for national development

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said the government has been making efforts to enhance women’s welfare for national development, highlighting the government’s commitment to improving the health and education of women. “No country can achieve development without the full participation of its female population, which constitutes around 50 percent of the population in the …

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Pakistan to strengthen action, cooperation for drug-free society: PM

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated his country’s firm determination to strengthen action and cooperation to collectively achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse. “The menace of drug abuse is a global concern unconfined by territorial boundaries plaguing the society. The Pakistani government places utmost priority on addressing the issue of drug abuse …

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Cabinet decides not to impose new duty on solar panels

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The federal cabinet decided on Tuesday that no new duty will be imposed on solar panels to ensure the common man’s access to renewable solar energy. They decided that low-cost renewable solar energy would soon reach every citizen. In addition, the federal cabinet meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, approved the export of sugar in a limited quantity after …

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Karachi heatwave: 1592 people admitted to Jinnah Hospital during last 24 hours

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As many as 1,592 people were admitted to Jinnah Hospital during the past 24 hours due to a heatwave in Karachi. According to Dr Nosheen, 1,592 heat-affected people were moved to the hospital during the last 24 hours out of which 20 lost their lives during treatment, while 29 were brought dead. Karachi is experiencing severe hot weather due to …

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