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PTI criticizes government on economy, governance and detention of party leaders

Party general secretary says economic woes, poor public services and political repression reflect failures of governance LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary General Salman Akram Raja on Thursday criticized the federal government for what he described as deteriorating economic conditions, poor governance and continued detention of party leaders. Speaking at a press conference alongside PTI Lahore […]

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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign MoU on security, agree to develop cricket stadium in Jeddah

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The agreements are the latest in a series of initiatives aimed at expanding cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in multiple sectors. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum of understanding on security cooperation on Wednesday, while the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Saudi Cricket Federation (SACF) signed a separate agreement to develop an

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Eight-year-old child killed, four injured in wall collapse in Baghbanpura in Lahore

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Rescue 1122 spokesperson said 25 officials and seven vehicles participated in the rescue operation LAHORE: An eight-year-old child was killed and at least four others were injured after the wall of an under-construction building collapsed on Thursday in Baghbanpura area of Lahore, according to Lahore Rescue 1122. An official statement issued by the department said

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PM Shehbaz to visit Iran, Turkey July 3-5 (FO spokesperson)

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He said the prime minister would attend the condolence ceremony for martyred Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tahir Hussain Andrabi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. PHOTO: Radio Pakistan Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said on Thursday that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will undertake official visits to Iran and Turkey from July 3

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Suspected drone attack leaves three dead, eight injured in Bajaur, KP

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DSP says it is still unclear where the suspected drone came from or who is behind the attack BAJAUR: Three people were killed and eight others injured when a suspected drone hit a residential house in Bajaur district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Saeedur Rahman confirmed. The Express PK Press Club THURSDAY.

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No negotiations with government yet, says Gohar

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PESHAWAR: PTI Chairman Gohar Ali Khan said his party is currently not conducting any substantive negotiations with the government, adding that the responsibility for moving the process forward lies with those with real authority. “PTI has authorized Mahmood Achakzai to represent the party in dialogue efforts. Achakzai showed political maturity by shaking hands with the

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CPEC 2.0 to boost shared growth, says DPM Dar

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He reaffirms that the ironclad strategic partnership with China remains the cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy. ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday said Pakistan and China are entering a new phase of economic cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) 2.0, with the next stage of this flagship initiative expected

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Melting glaciers raise water levels in rivers and reservoirs

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Officials said the gradual increase in river flow had improved water availability in major reservoirs. ISLAMABAD: Water levels in major rivers and reservoirs continued to improve on Wednesday as rising temperatures in northern mountainous regions accelerated the melting of glaciers, while authorities expressed optimism that expected monsoon rains would further increase inflows and strengthen water

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Budget tax changes take effect

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Revised tax measures came into force with the implementation of the new federal budget ISLAMABAD: Implementation of the Federal Government’s recently announced budget has begun, bringing into force the revised income tax and supertax measures for individuals and businesses. Under the new tax regime, the existing income tax rate is retained for people earning up

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Pakistan rejects India’s criticism of Afghan strikes

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Says Delhi sponsors terrorists operating from Afghan soil. FO describes Pak’s actions as “legitimate, proportionate” and ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday strongly rejected India’s criticism over its recent military action against terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan, terming New Delhi’s statement “baseless” and said India was actively sponsoring terrorist groups operating against Pakistan from Afghan soil. The Ministry

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