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Sikh yatrees return home praising Pakistan’s hospitality

2,238 pilgrims participated in rites at key gurdwaras, praying for peace, harmony and ties between Pakistan and India The Vesakhi celebrations, organized by the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), included religious and cultural events. PHOTO: EXPRESS NEWS Indian Sikh pilgrims return home after completing their religious visit to Pakistan, taking away positive impressions of hospitality, […]

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Endangered vultures bounce across Punjab habitats

Large number of Eurasian griffon vultures spotted in Toba Tharo Lal, attracting attention of experts The vulture sighting has attracted the attention of wildlife experts, who described it as a significant development. PHOTO: EXPRESS NEWS LAHORE: Endangered vultures have started reappearing in Punjab’s natural habitats, following conservation efforts by the wildlife department. According to details,

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Pakistan launches 2026 pre-Hajj operations with departure of flights from Karachi and Lahore

LAHORE: The Hajj 2026 operation began on Saturday as the first flight carrying 160 pilgrims took off from Jinnah International Airport in Karachi as part of the Road to Makkah initiative, according to the state television channel. Pakistani television reported. Sindh Governor Nehal Hashmi along with other dignitaries attended the ceremony and greeted the Hajj

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Government cuts jet fuel price by Rs 23 per liter amid easing tensions in Middle East

A Lufthansa Airbus 380 refueling at Frankfurt Airport on July 12, 2013. PHOTO: REUTERS The government on Saturday reduced the price of jet fuel by Rs 23 per liter following the easing of tensions in the Middle East. A day earlier, the government had reduced the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by up to Rs

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CDF Munir and Naqvi conclude their visit to Tehran, call for peace in the region

The Marshal conveyed the sincere greetings and best wishes of the President, Prime Minister and people of Pakistan. CDF Munir meets Iranian leaders. PHOTO: EXPRESS Chief of Defense Force (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir, accompanied by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a delegation, concluded a three-day official visit to

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FPSC notifies 327 publications for CSS 2025

169 seats were allocated on merit, with additional quotas reserved for different segments of society Federal Public Service Commission building in Islamabad. Photo: File ISLAMABAD: The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has released Senior Central Services (CSS) vacancies 2025, while sources say there is a strong possibility that the results will be announced on Saturday

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Government wipes out 180 billion rupees via oil tax in 6 weeks

The meeting concluded with a mutual determination to continue close collaboration between the Ministry of Petroleum and OGDC to overcome challenges and take advantage of opportunities in the energy sector. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD: The federal government has collected over Rs 180 billion from the public as Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) in the last one and

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Electricity tariff may increase by 26 paisa per unit

The generation mix shows that 23.55% of electricity was produced from hydrogen sources, while 16.76% came from local coal. ISLAMABAD: Power consumers may face an increase of 26 paisa per unit under the monthly fuel adjustment mechanism for March. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted an application to the National Electric Power Regulatory

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Pakistan and Iran strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi speaks to the press during a press briefing in Lahore on February 17, 2026. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran agreed on Thursday to strengthen cooperation in border management and counter-terrorism. This was decided during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Iranian counterpart Eskandar Momeni. The Iranian minister acknowledged Pakistan’s

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