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Mahmood Khan Achakzai, a political figure since Bhutto era, steps in as new NA opposition leader

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Mahmood Khan Achakzai, a political figure since Bhutto era, steps in as new NA opposition leader

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It was the afternoon of October 7, 1983, and former dictator General Ziaul Haq’s martial law was...

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FPCCI warns against widespread textile factory closures, unemployment amid high energy tariffs, taxes

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FPCCI warns against widespread textile factory closures, unemployment amid high energy tariffs, taxes

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The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) on Friday warned that Pakistan’s industrial sector...

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Pause on immigrant visas until vetting meets ‘maximum degree’ of eligibility, says US mission in Pakistan

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Pause on immigrant visas until vetting meets ‘maximum degree’ of eligibility, says US mission in Pakistan

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The US government has said that it decided to pause immigrant visa processing until it ensures new...

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Security forces kill 12 terrorists, thwart hostage attempt in Balochistan’s Kharan district: ISPR

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Security forces kill 12 terrorists, thwart hostage attempt in Balochistan’s Kharan district: ISPR

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Security forces have killed 12 terrorists and effectively thwarted their attempt to create a hostage situation in...

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Social media posts case: Non-bailable arrest warrants for Imaan, Hadi reissued

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Social media posts case: Non-bailable arrest warrants for Imaan, Hadi reissued

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ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court on Saturday reissued non-bailable arrest warrants against Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and...

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Governor Tessori criticises KP CM for causing ‘loss of billions’ due to blockades during Karachi visit

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Governor Tessori criticises KP CM for causing ‘loss of billions’ due to blockades during Karachi visit

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Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori on Friday criticised Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi for “inciting acts of...

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PTI leaders want dialogue but Imran not in favour of it: Rana Sanaullah

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PTI leaders want dialogue but Imran not in favour of it: Rana Sanaullah

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Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah on Friday said PTI leaders were seeking dialogue with...

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20 containers destroyed as huge fire erupts at Karachi Port: officials

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20 containers destroyed as huge fire erupts at Karachi Port: officials

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KARACHI: At least 20 containers, mostly containing electrical batteries, were destroyed as a huge fire erupted at...

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2 dead in fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza shopping mall

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2 dead in fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza shopping mall

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A huge fire erupted at the Gul Plaza shopping mall on Karachi’s MA Jinnah Road on Saturday...

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Inquiry committee formed to probe Karachi port fire

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Inquiry committee formed to probe Karachi port fire

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The Ministry of Maritime Affairs on Saturday constituted an inquiry committee to investigate the cause of a...

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