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Over 600 Afghan Taliban killed as Pakistan continues strikes on Ghazab lil-Haq

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Tarar claims a total of 219 tanks, armored vehicles and artillery guns have been destroyed during the ongoing operation A Pakistani army tank sits on the Pakistan-Afghan border in Chaman on February 27, 2026, following nighttime cross-border fighting between the two countries. Photo: AFP Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said Thursday that at least 641 members […]

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Pakistan vows to support Saudi Arabia ‘whatever happens’ amid Middle East tensions

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Mosharraf Zaidi says Pakistan-Saudi relations are old and based on mutual support and cooperation Pakistan on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia whenever necessary, while emphasizing that Islamabad is also working to prevent further escalation in the Middle East. Speaking in an interview with Bloomberg TelevisionPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s spokesperson Mosharraf Zaidi highlighted

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PM Shehbaz, Iranian President reaffirm Pakistan-Iran cooperation in phone call

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Leaders discuss regional developments, emphasizing stability, cooperation and continued diplomatic coordination A combined photo of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. PHOTOS: FILE Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed the current regional situation in a telephone conversation on Wednesday, according to an official statement. The discussion focused on

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CSOs and health advocates raise concerns over reports labeling nicotine as ‘recreational’

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Experts say nicotine is a highly addictive and harmful substance; standardization could lead to use in adolescents A store offering electronic cigarettes and vaping products. Source: Reuters PESHAWAR: Civil society organizations (CSOs), public health advocates and children’s rights networks have expressed deep concern over reports suggesting the classification of nicotine products as “recreational items” to

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OGRA denies “rumors” about rising LPG prices

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“Instances of overcharging or price manipulation should be reported for immediate action” ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) on Wednesday dismissed rumors of increase in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices and clarified that no new LPG price notification has been issued, according to a statement issued by OGRA spokesperson Imran Ghaznavi. Ogra spokespersons

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The AN imposes austerity measures in a context of crisis in the Middle East and the salaries of deputies reduced by 25%

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Vehicles grounded, foreign travel suspended and staff moved online as government expands cost-cutting efforts ISLAMABAD: Following the directives of National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, the NA Secretariat on Wednesday introduced austerity measures in line with the ongoing cost-cutting drive due to the Middle East conflict. Under the new measures, 70% of government vehicles will not

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Balochistan and KP brace for toxic fumes

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Smoke rises following an explosion, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 8, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS QUETTA: Toxic smoke from burning oil installations in Tehran following recent strikes could drift towards Pakistan’s western regions, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has warned, raising concerns over deteriorating air quality in parts of Balochistan and

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Punjab schools receive Rs 3.27 billion boost

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Rawalpindi government schools to receive Rs 12 million; Attock district Rs63.8m; Jhelum district Rs 46.00; Chakwal district Rs70.5m RAWALPINDI: The Punjab Schools Secretary has released funds totaling Rs 3.271 billion for government schools in the province to meet current expenses including utility bills, repair of furniture and salaries of security guards and sweepers. According to

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The digital stamp fiasco paralyzes the courts

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Sudden transition from old e-stamp system sparks frustration among lawyers and residents Electronic stamp. PHOTO: estamp.gos.pk RAWALPINDI: Citizens faced serious inconvenience and judicial work was largely halted after the new digital white paper system for issuance of stamp papers remained paralyzed in Rawalpindi division on Monday and Tuesday. The Punjab Board of Revenue (BoR) abruptly

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