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The Senate spars with increasing terrorist attacks in KP

Senator Rehman criticized the ‘government’s indifference’ to the deteriorating law and order situation in KP ISLAMABAD: The Senate on Tuesday witnessed a heated exchange between the Treasury and Opposition benches over the escalating security situation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa as JUI-F Senator Attaur Rehman questioned whether the province had effectively been “handed over to terrorists”. Senator Rehman […]

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NDMA issues alert for severe weather

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Directs provincial and district authorities to remain on high alert and ensure emergency preparedness measures ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority on Tuesday issued a detailed weather forecast for May 12 to 17, warning of widespread rain, thunderstorms, hailstorms, floods and landslides in several parts of the country. It directed provincial and district authorities to

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KP police identifies 100 vulnerable check posts

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In regions such as the Tirah Valley and parts of Waziristan, several police posts remain vacant PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) police have identified more than 100 vulnerable and dilapidated check posts across southern districts and former tribal areas, and are calling on the provincial government to prioritize their reconstruction and fortification in the upcoming budget. According

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NA tightens the law against child abuse

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Before bail is granted, courts must assess potential risks to the victim, including threats or harm from the accused ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Tuesday gave the nod to the Anti-Rape (Amendment) Bill 2026, which declares sexual assault, physical abuse and exploitation of children as non-bailable. Under the provisions of the Anti-Rape Amendment, law enforcement

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FO rejects claims to protect Iranian aircraft

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Tuesday strongly rejected a report by US broadcaster CBS News claiming that Iranian military aircraft were parked at the strategically important Nur Khan Airbase to protect them from potential US attacks, calling the story “misleading and sensational”. In a detailed statement, the Foreign Ministry said the presence of Iranian aircraft in Pakistan

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Pakistan, Azerbaijan reaffirm strong ties

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Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of bilateral relations ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Azerbaijan on Tuesday reiterated the commitment to deepen cooperation across areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment, energy and people-to-people contacts. The development came when Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev, according to

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Cuts in development funding put country’s health sector at risk: report

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Propose structured transition frameworks with priority, including the establishment of a national health financing forum Patients line up for medical help at a health camp. Photo: Express Cuts in development aid and funding pose a significant threat to the country’s health sector and its functioning, according to a report by think tank Tabadlab. In a

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Prime Minister Shehbaz, the President of Azerbaijan reaffirms the joint commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation

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Prime Minister wishes President Aliyev success at next week’s World Urban Forum in Baku Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev. PHOTO: Government of Pakistan, Fed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev on Tuesday reiterated their joint commitment to deepen cooperation across areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment,

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PMDC makes MDCAT mandatory for students seeking medical education abroad

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Medical degree requires 6,200 hours of study with 80% minimum attendance over five years The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) on Tuesday announced a new policy requiring students intending to pursue medical or dental education abroad to qualify the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) and obtain PMDC registration before leaving Pakistan. According

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China praises Pakistan’s mediation role in US-Iran talks, stresses durable ceasefire

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Wang Yi, Ishaq Dar agree on continued commitment to call, stress regional stability and Strait of Hormuz. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar(L) and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. PHOTO: File Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reiterated appreciation and support for Pakistan’s constructive mediation role in the US-Iran conflict during talks with Deputy Prime Minister and FM

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