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PMDC warns of action as inquiry launched into Mirpurkhas student’s death

The PMDC president strongly condemns the circumstances surrounding the incident, particularly allegations of harassment KARACHI: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) on Friday expressed deep concern over the death of a third-year medical student in Mirpurkhas and warned of strict action against any faculty member or institution found responsible. PMDC President Prof Dr. Rizwan […]

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Bilawal warns of fallout if negotiations between the US and Iran fail

Says the international community does not have a plan B, so plan A must achieve a peaceful solution Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. SCREEN GRAB Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Friday that the international community “does not have a plan B”, warning of catastrophic human and economic consequences

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Asif Sikh pilgrims revisit Pakistan after decades, partition memories resurface

During their 10-day stay, pilgrims will visit important sites including Nankana Sahib and Panja Sahib Baba Karnail Singh, Baba Sardar Shobaik Singh and Sardar Harbans Singh were among the pilgrims who crossed into Pakistan to participate in the Baisakhi festival. PHOTO: ASIF MEHMOOD LAHORE: Hundreds of Sikh pilgrims who arrived from India at the Wagah

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Pakistan Navy rescues 18 crew members after distress call in Arabian Sea

Rescued crew members from five countries, repatriated to their respective countries after medical attention The Pakistan Navy on Friday rescued 18 crew members of a merchant ship after receiving a distress call in the North Arabian Sea. According to a statement issued by the Navy: “In a swift humanitarian operation, the Pakistan Navy successfully rescued

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Judge expresses anger over lack of evidence in Rajab Butt case, orders deposition

The head of the investigation tells the court that he has neither full knowledge of the case nor its investigation KARACHI: An Additional District and Sessions Judge on Friday expressed anger over lack of evidence and ordered police to record YouTuber Rajab Butt’s statement in a case related to the alleged insult of Islamic symbols.

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Sindh CTD arrests suspected target killer linked to banned outfit in Karachi

Suspected target killer linked to banned group arrested in Karachi joint operation. PHOTO: EXPRESS KARACHI: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) Sindh, in a joint operation with a federal intelligence agency, arrested a suspected target killer linked to the banned outfit Zainabiyoun Brigade on Friday near University Road, Karachi. According to a statement issued by the CTD:

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Shopping centres, markets close at 8pm in Sindh under austerity

Essential services including medical shops, hospitals and petrol pumps exempted from restrictions KARACHI: The Sindh government on Friday announced new opening hours for markets, restaurants and wedding halls under austerity measures, according to a notification issued by the interior ministry. Earlier this week, the federal government decided to close markets and malls in Punjab, Khyber

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Pakistan, Vietnam reaffirm ties as Zardari congratulates Vietnamese president

President hopes to deepen cooperation between Pakistan and Vietnam, praises ties and country’s progress under new leadership President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday congratulated To Lam on his election as President of Vietnam. President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday congratulated To Lam on his election as president of Vietnam, saying the unanimous vote reflects the

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FM Dar, French FM discusses Lebanon’s violations, confirms bilateral cooperation

FM Mohammad Ishaq Dar today received a phone call from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of France, Jean-Noël Barrot, on Friday, April 4, 2026. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday received a phone call from French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, where the two leaders discussed regional developments and bilateral ties. The

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Viral video does not show Pakistani jets escorting Iranian delegation to Islamabad talks; it is old

Video from 17 February 2019, unrelated to current peace talks, shows Pakistani jets greeting MBS on his visit Several users, including PML-N supporters, have since Thursday shared a video across social media platforms claiming it shows Pakistani fighter jets escorting an Iranian delegation to Islamabad for talks. However, the video is old and shows Pakistani

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