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Bugti Pledges Balochistan Govt Support for Journalists, Announces Welfare and Media Reforms

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to supporting journalists, emphasizing that a free, responsible, and informed press is essential for a strong democratic system. His remarks came ahead of World Press Freedom Day, highlighting the importance of media in promoting transparency and accountability. Acknowledging the challenging conditions faced by journalists…

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IHC Dismisses Hubco Petition Against FBR Show-Cause Notice, Allows Tax Proceedings

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has dismissed a petition filed by the Hub Power Company (Hubco) challenging a show-cause notice issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), allowing tax authorities to proceed with the case under the applicable legal framework. According to court records, Hubco had contested the legality of the notice, arguing that…

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PMD Issues GLOF Alert for Gilgit-Baltistan and KP, Heatwave Warning for Karachi

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an urgent GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood) alert for Gilgit-Baltistan and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as a new weather system approaches the region. According to the latest advisory, a westerly wave is expected to enter northern areas from May 3, bringing heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds. Experts…

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Flotilla Activists Released in Greece After Israeli Interception Near Gaza

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

More than 100 activists, including former Pakistani senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan, have been released in Greece after being detained during an Israeli interception of aid vessels bound for Gaza. The activists were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian initiative aimed at delivering aid and drawing global attention to the ongoing crisis in Gaza….

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Punjab Announces New Kite-Flying Rules for Basant Festival 2027

Dua Sehar5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

The Punjab government has introduced a comprehensive set of safety regulations for kite-flying ahead of the Basant Festival 2027, aiming to ensure public safety while reviving the traditional celebration. The new rules have been issued under the directives of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, with December 30, 2026 set as the deadline for full implementation….

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Thunderstorms to Hit Pakistan as PMD Issues Nationwide Weather Alert

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide weather alert warning of thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, hailstorms, and strong winds across multiple regions of Pakistan starting from May 2. According to the Met Office, a fresh westerly weather system is expected to enter the northwestern parts of the country and will remain active until May 5….

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Federal Investigation Agency Holds Awareness Session on White-Collar Crimes at National Institute of Technology Lahore

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) organised an awareness session at the National Institute of Technology Lahore to educate students and faculty about the growing threat of white-collar crimes in Pakistan. The session was led by Director FIA Lahore, Muhammad Ali Zia, who highlighted the increasing risks associated with cybercrime, financial fraud and other non-violent offences….

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Inflation in Pakistan Surges to 10.9%, Highest in Nearly Two Years

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

Inflation in Pakistan has surged to 10.9% in April, marking its highest level in nearly two years, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. The sharp increase has been largely driven by rising fuel prices, higher taxes and ongoing global economic disruptions. The latest figures show that inflation has returned to double…

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Sohail Afridi Signals Protests Over Drone Strikes, Warns of Unrest in KP

Dua Sehar5 months ago02 mins

Sohail Afridi, Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has signaled potential protests against ongoing drone strikes in the province, warning that such actions are causing civilian casualties and fueling unrest. Speaking during a provincial cabinet meeting, Afridi described the continued drone attacks as a growing crisis, stating that the resulting “collateral damage” is intensifying public anger…

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Jinnah Institute Report Flags Governance Failures in Pakistan’s Climate Disaster Response

Dua Sehar5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

A recent report by the Jinnah Institute has raised serious concerns over Pakistan’s preparedness and response to climate-related disasters, pointing to persistent governance failures and weak community-level systems as major obstacles. The report, released after the devastating 2025 floods, revealed that millions were displaced and entire districts were affected, exposing significant gaps in disaster management…

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