Tag: Pakistan News
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Mubasher Lucman Drags Mehmood Bhatti in Courts
Key Developments: Lahore court summoned Mehmood Ahmed Bhatti on September 28 over Mubasher Lucman’s criminal complaint. The court said the submitted videos, transcripts and other material prima facie indicated allegedly defamatory, insulting and objectionable remarks. Bhatti is separately facing a Rs3 million surety requirement in a defamation case filed by healthcare entrepreneur Rizwan Aftab Ahmad.…
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Islamabad to Vaccinate 447,614 Children in Polio Drive
Key Developments: Islamabad will conduct a four-day special polio vaccination campaign from September 21 to 24, covering all 80 union councils. Authorities have set a target of vaccinating 447,614 children under the campaign, with officials also reviewing shortcomings from the previous drive. ISLAMABAD (Dawn News) — September 04, 2026: The Islamabad administration has announced a…
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Zardari calls for Stronger Pakistan-UN Partnership
KEY DEVELOPMENTS: President Zardari called for stronger Pakistan-UN cooperation on development, climate change, education and social protection. He appreciated UN support for polio eradication, maternal and child health, nutrition and disaster response. Mohamed Yahya briefed the president on his upcoming appointment as a UN Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs. ISLAMABAD (Radio Pakistan) — August 13,…
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PM Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan still far from Welfare State
KEY DEVELOPMENTS: PM Shehbaz Sharif launched the National Youth Employment Policy with a 35% women’s labour-force quota and a 10% annual allocation for startups. The government announced Daanish University in Islamabad, with free, merit-based education for deserving students. The premier announced opportunities for youth to study agriculture, IT and AI in China, along with 250,000…
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Sources describe Lt. Col. (R.) Muhammad Ijaz incident as personal
ISLAMABAD (Baaghi TV) — August 12, 2026: Sources have described the incident involving retired Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Ijaz as a personal matter, rejecting speculation linking it to wider political or other motives. Julie Andrews Confirms Absence from Princess Diaries 3 Ducky Bhai urges Parents to Monitor Children’s Online Activity UK PM Chairs COBRA Meeting as Heatwave…
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PEMRA Suspends Geo News Transmission for 15 Days Over Religious Content, Orders Inquiry
Key Developments: PEMRA has suspended Geo News’ transmission for 15 days over a programme that allegedly contained religious visualisation deemed to have hurt public sentiments. The regulator has directed cable operators and satellite distributors to immediately implement the suspension order. Geo News has been instructed to conduct an internal inquiry, while the matter has also…
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Pakistan Launches Hajj Flights as Islamabad Operation Begins
Key Developments: Pakistan’s nationwide Hajj flight operation has commenced, transporting thousands of pilgrims to Saudi Arabia. The first Hajj flight from Islamabad will depart following a formal farewell ceremony at the airport. Authorities introduced a digitised travel system to streamline pilgrim processing and airport procedures. ISLAMABAD (Pakistan Today/ The Nation) — April 18, 2026: Pakistan has officially…
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Nine Die as Mpox Cases Rise in Sindh, Health Authorities Issue Alert
Key Developments: At least nine deaths reported from mpox cases in Sindh as infections rise. Khairpur district identified as the worst-affected area, followed by Sukkur and Karachi. Health authorities intensify monitoring and urge early medical reporting to curb transmission. KARACHI (XinHua) — April 16, 2026: Health authorities in Sindh have confirmed a rise in mpox…
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Pakistan Medical Association Condemns Government Over Fuel Price Increase
Karachi (Dawn News) — March 09, 2026: The Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) has strongly criticised the government following the latest increase in fuel prices, calling the move “unprecedented” and urging authorities to reverse the decision immediately. According to reports, PMA Secretary General Dr. Abdul Ghafoor Shoro described the decision as “highly condemnable and regrettable,” stating…
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US Embassy, Consulates Temporarily Suspend Services Amid Unrest in Pakistan
Islamabad (The News International) — March 02, 2026: The United States Embassy in Islamabad and US Consulates in Karachi, Lahore, and Peshawar have temporarily suspended visa appointments and American Citizen Services including passport processing in Pakistan, citing rising security concerns linked to nationwide protests. Police Use Tear Gas to Disperse Protesters Mourning Khamenei’s Killing in…