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Dar confirms the release of Mushtaq after Israeli forces intercept the flotilla

Mushtaq says he was ‘kidnapped’ from international waters and calls it a violation of international law Police officers watch members of the Global Sumud Flotilla vessels intercepted by the Israeli navy in international waters demonstrate in the town of Ierapetra on the island of Crete, Greece, on May 1, 2026. Photo: AFP Former senator Mushtaq […]

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PMD issues alert for hailstorms, heavy rain across the country from May 2

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa is likely to be worst affected, severe weather may trigger landslides in northern areas The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Friday issued a weather alert warning of widespread dust-thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, hailstorms and strong winds in the northwestern parts of the country from May 2. In its advisory, the department said a fresh westerly

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Three injured in Khariji drone attack on Bajaur cricket ground in KP

The attack was carried out with a quadcopter while a cricket match was going on in Mamund tehsil At least three people were injured in a terrorist drone attack on a cricket ground in the Mamund area of ​​Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district on Friday, according to state media. According to state television PTV Newsthe attack was

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Punjab announces new kite flying rules for Basant 2027, sets strict safety rules

December 30 deadline set for implementation, violations must be treated as criminal offences A giant dragon model is displayed in Liberty Chowk on the eve of Basant celebrations. Photo: NNI The Punjab government on Friday announced new rules and regulations for kite flying for next year’s Basant festival, setting December 30 as the deadline for

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SSP’s son held after DHA checkpoint clash in Karachi

Conflicting accounts of sub-inspector, accused’s parents are asking for an official inquiry A late-night police check at the Defense Housing Authority spiraled into a high-profile confrontation involving the son of a senior police officer and a police sub-inspector, sparking an arrest, viral videos and a formal investigation into the incident. The incident took place between

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The government’s austerity efforts are under scrutiny

Rs20-30 billion is spent annually on government vehicles despite 50 percent cuts LAHORE: Despite repeated austerity by the Punjab government, including a 50% cut in fuel expenditure and the parking of unnecessary official vehicles, public skepticism remains. Citizens are questioning why large numbers of green number plate vehicles are still seen on highways, outside offices

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Four out of 10 children in high-risk areas found with lead in blood: study

Experts warn that early childhood lead exposure can cause irreversible brain damage that affects learning and behavior Says children around the world continue to die at an alarming rate, with 5.6 million deaths recorded last year. PHOTO: FILE Four out of every ten children aged between 12 and 36 months living in high-risk areas in

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Two new polio cases confirmed in KP, total to reach three in 2026

New cases reported in Bannu and North Waziristan pose a continued risk to the well-being of children The National Emergency Operations Center for Polio Eradication (NEOC) on Friday confirmed two new cases of wild poliovirus in southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The cases were reported in Bannu and North Waziristan, where access restrictions continue to aid poliovirus

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Authorities move to vacate One Constitution Avenue after IHC decision

Police deployed at all entry points to the building, residents instructed to vacate their apartments by midnight ISLAMABAD: Police and district administration on Friday took control of a multi-storey residential building on Constitution Avenue following an Islamabad High Court (IHC) ruling in a long-running lease cancellation dispute. Police teams were deployed at all entry points

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The Minister of Energy announces the end of load management throughout the country

Leghari says additional gas supplies, which were bought at spot prices, have arrived in the country Energy Minister Awais Leghari speaks in a video message. SCREEN GRAB Energy Minister Awais Leghari on Friday announced the end of load management across the country following the arrival of liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes. In a video message

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