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Fuel crisis: The government is considering smart lockdown

LAHORE: The federal government has finalized a comprehensive plan to impose a nationwide “smart lockdown” along with extended austerity measures aimed at curbing energy consumption and dealing with the deepening fuel crisis triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East, sources said on Saturday. An official announcement is expected after consultations with key stakeholders. The […]

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Derailment: PR takes preventive steps

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Pakistan Railways’ Engineering Branch has declared mandatory pre-departure fitness certification of trains and imposed a strict ban on the use of "dummy trainers" to ensure passenger safety and prevent accidents. According to the directive, the authorities will no longer allow buses with brake systems that are not 100 percent functional to be attached to trains.

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Staff-level agreement on $1.2 billion. loan obtained with the IMF

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ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Saturday announced a staff-level agreement with Pakistan to release a $1.2 billion loan, but linked the board meeting to approve the tranche to Islamabad’s ability to collect Rs322 billion in revenue from the lawsuits. After finding the performance of the Federal Board of Revenue below par, the Washington-based

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Pakistan eases banking regulations for Iran’s exports

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ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Commerce has approved a temporary exemption from financial instruments, including bank guarantees and letters of credit, for exports to Iran, the Central Asian Republics and Azerbaijan via Iran’s land route, it appeared on Saturday. The development arose from a March 24 notification from the commerce ministry received by The Express Pakinomist.

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Dar hails Iran’s move to allow 20 more Pakistani ships through the Strait of Hormuz

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DPM calls it a meaningful step towards peace and says it will strengthen collective efforts in that direction Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Photo: MOFA Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Saturday that Iran had agreed to allow 20 more Pakistani-flagged ships to pass through the Strait of

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Oral health the key to overall well-being, say dentists

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During Express Pakinomist podcast, dental experts warn against gutka use, highlights link b/w mouth and systemic diseases Dr. Najeeb Saad and Dr. Hasnain Sakrani joins Express Pakinomist podcast on oral health. Photo: Express Dental experts have emphasized the critical link between oral hygiene and general health and warn that neglecting dental care can lead to

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Pakistan emerges as key diplomatic player amid high-level regional visits

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The arrival of Saudi, Turkish and Egyptian FMs signals increasing global relevance, experts say From left to right: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Photo: File Pakistan is increasingly seen as a key diplomatic player as the

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Raja Nasir Abbas proposes national government for consensus

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Calls on invading parties to unite under national government, emphasizes constitutional supremacy Leader of the Opposition in the Senate and Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e ain Pakistan Deputy Chief Allama Raja Nasir Abbas. SCREEN GRAB Leader of the Opposition in the Senate Allama Raja Nasir Abbas on Saturday proposed the formation of a national government to steer the country

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Qatari Prime Minister praises Pakistan’s efforts for peace through Middle East talks in conversation with Dar

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Both sides discuss the prevailing regional, international developments and emphasize the importance of rapid de-escalation Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and the Prime Minister of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. Photos: File Qatar’s prime minister on Saturday praised Pakistan for its efforts to promote peace through dialogue and diplomacy in the Middle

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Punjab suspends 11 staff after surgery video goes viral at Lady Willingdon Hospital

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Punjab Health Department spokesman says suspended officials are expected to give written explanations The Punjab government on Saturday suspended 11 employees, including the medical superintendent and the head of the gynecology department at Lahore’s Lady Willingdon Hospital, following the airing of a controversial video showing unprofessional behavior in an operating room. Punjab Health Department spokesman

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