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PM Shehbaz orders advance payment of salaries of federal employees before Eid

The Prime Minister’s Office says relevant departments have received directives from the Prime Minister and have started the process An employee counts Pakistani rupee notes at a bank in Peshawar on August 22, 2023. Photo: Reuters Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday ordered that salaries of federal government employees be paid before the Eidul Fitr […]

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PMD forecasts rain and thunderstorms across Pakistan coinciding with Eid holidays

Warns that people in hilly areas of KP, GB and Azad Kashmir should remain cautious due to risk of landslides The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday forecast rains accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds in various parts of the country in the run-up to the Eid holidays, as a fresh westerly wave is expected

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PM Shehbaz says government ready to face any situation amid global tensions

According to him, economic stability and aid to the population remain the government’s main priorities. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting regarding implementation of austerity and relief measures as well as conservation and management of oil reserves in the wake of the emerging situation in the region. Photo:X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday

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Iran thanks Pakistan for ‘strong solidarity’ against US-Israeli aggression

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi welcomes Pakistan’s support as Tehran pledges to defend its sovereignty Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shakes hands with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during a meeting in Islamabad. Photo: express Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday expressed gratitude to the government and people of Pakistan for their unwavering support in the

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ATC grants bail to 42 people detained following violent protests after Khamenei’s killing

Court approves bail release as nationwide unrest leaves 23 dead, dozens injured Security officers stand guard in front of the American consulate in Karachi, March 1, 2026. PHOTO: AFP An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad on Monday granted bail to 42 people arrested on charges of vandalism and property damage during protests following the killing of

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Pakistan condolences over deadly floods, landslides in Ethiopia

Pakistan on Monday expressed its condolences to Ethiopia over devastating floods and landslides that hit parts of the country. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the affected communities and we commend the efforts of the Ethiopian authorities who are working tirelessly to help those in need,” Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said in a statement.

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Child abuse cases in Pakistan rise 8% to 3,630 in 2025: Sahil

A total of 3,630 cases of child abuse were reported across Pakistan in 2025, according to new figures released by Sahil, which monitors violence against children and women. In a statement issued on Monday, the organization said these cases were reported in 81 different newspapers across the four provinces, as well as Islamabad Capital Territory,

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Few candidates for public schools in phase III

Application deadline extended until April 7 as NGOs and private schools show little interest Public school in Pakistan. Photo: AFP (archive) RAWALPINDI: Under the Punjab School Reorganization Program, the interest of NGOs, private schools and education experts in acquiring government schools during the third phase of privatization has declined significantly. Very few applications were received

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RCB hit by loss of marketing costs of Rs41m

Rawalpindi Cantonment Board building and plaques showing the names of the founders. PHOTOS: AGHA MEHROZE/EXPRESS RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Cantonment Board (RCB), which carried out a massive campaign to increase its revenue and recover dues, suffered a loss of Rs41.1 million in marketing costs. The owners of a property allegedly used for illegal commercial purposes deposited

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