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PTI calls Oct 15 D-Chowk ‘massive, peaceful protest’ as govt warns none allowed to disrupt SCO moot

Demands immediate restoration of Imran's visitation rights; PM Shehbaz tours Islamabad to inspect arrangements.

Published 11 Oct, 2024 11:56pm

KP CM orders full facilitation of Jamrud jirga participants in site visit

Chief minister laments Wednesday's violence at Pashtun Qaumi Jirga, says "not all powers should be used".

Updated 11 Oct, 2024 08:55pm

Thousands said trapped in Jabalia camp as Israel escalates attacks in northern Gaza

Dozens killed in Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip.

Updated 11 Oct, 2024 10:50pm

Full court reference for outgoing CJP Qazi Faez Isa set for Oct 25

CJP Isa says does not want traditional farewell dinner due to Rs2 million cost; Justice Mansoor Ali Shah is next in line to be the chief justice of Pakistan.

Updated 11 Oct, 2024 08:22pm

President Zardari, Russia’s Putin emphasise strengthening bilateral ties

Both express good wishes for each other; President Zardari emphasises importance of regional connectivity and cultural cooperation.

Published 11 Oct, 2024 10:38pm

Constitutional package still in limbo as consensus eludes parliamentary committee

PTI says govt's draft lacks clarity, requires more time to examine; Maulana Fazl says he will share draft with the opposition.

Published 11 Oct, 2024 07:24pm

Armed men steal, burn ballot papers during NA-231 recounting: election officials

PTI claims "PPP thugs" behind incident that took place in Karachi's Malir; ECP seeks report of incident.

Updated 11 Oct, 2024 09:06pm

Japan’s Nihon Hidankyo wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize

Organisation recognised for efforts to achieve world free of nuclear weapons, says Nobel Committee.

Published 11 Oct, 2024 02:46pm

Hurricane Milton leaves at least 16 dead as Florida cleans up

Nearly 2.5 million households and businesses were still without power.

Published 11 Oct, 2024 07:16pm

At least 20 killed in armed attack on miners in Balochistan’s Duki: police

Several injured in late-night attack that used heavy weapons; CM Bugti says workers targeted "once again".

Updated 11 Oct, 2024 01:10pm

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Sport , Updated 10 Oct, 2024 07:26pm

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Grand jirga tasks KP CM to ensure peaceful negotiations ahead of PTM gathering

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Nooh Dastgir Butt triumphs in Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships debut with gold

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