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Updated 23 Apr, 2024 09:58pm

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Updated 23 Apr, 2024 11:10pm

3 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in Balochistan’s Pishin district: ISPR

Military's media wing says one militant apprehended in injured condition identified as an "Afghan national".

Published 23 Apr, 2024 10:44pm

No overnight solution to missing persons issue: Law Minister Tarar

Claims govt wants to solve the matter but "solid, concrete" evidence needed about alleged involvement of state institutions.

Updated 23 Apr, 2024 05:49pm

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Says he has "no reason to believe" that IMF will not agree to privatisation agenda.

Published 23 Apr, 2024 01:55pm

US rights report on India cites abuses in Manipur, harassment of media and minorities

Report says over 60,000 people were displaced between May and November in Manipur.

Published 23 Apr, 2024 06:15pm

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World Meteorological Organisation says impact of heatwaves in Asia becoming more severe.

Updated 23 Apr, 2024 02:18pm

Tensions flare at US universities over Gaza protests

Columbia University president calls for a "reset" in an open letter, says anti-Semitic language in "unacceptable".

Published 23 Apr, 2024 11:02am

NA witnesses rare ‘give-and-take’ goodwill gestures

Govt moves motion to restore PTI MNAs’ membership; opposition agrees to join house business advisory committee.

Updated 23 Apr, 2024 09:47am

IMF board to approve $1.1bn on 29th

“The review meeting is set for 10am on April 29,” diplomatic source says.

Updated 23 Apr, 2024 09:38am

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Sport , Updated 20 Apr, 2024 10:54pm

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, Updated 22 Apr, 2024 12:06am

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