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Pakistan suggests hiring former military personnel for security of Chinese nationals at projects in Sindh Karachi
November 15, 2024 19:26 IST
Chinese nationals have frequently come under attack from terrorists and separatist groups in different parts of the country.
Pakistan’s Punjab declares health emergency as AQI touches 1600 in Lahore
November 15, 2024 22:42 IST
The authorities have also imposed a "health emergency" in Lahore and Multan districts to combat dense smog blanketing the province of about 130 million population for the last few weeks
Pakistan court rejects plea for acquittal from former premier Imran Khan and his wife in graft case
November 14, 2024 16:07 IST
The court order was another blow to Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi, who were accused of retaining and selling state gifts in violation of government rules when he was in power.
Premature blast kills suicide bomber but harms no one else, police in northwest Pakistan say
November 14, 2024 11:34 IST
The Pakistani Taliban, known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, often target security forces in the province with suicide bombings and other violence.
High-value target among 12 terrorists killed by Pakistan army in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan
November 14, 2024 08:17 IST
In the first operation, conducted on November 12-13 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Miranshah district, the forces killed eight terrorists after engaging with a group of militants in the North Waziristan region.
5.3 magnitude earthquake jolts parts of Pakistan
November 13, 2024 12:54 IST
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.1, while the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported it as having a 5.3 magnitude.
Pakistan limits outdoor activities, market hours to curb air pollution-related illness
November 11, 2024 17:31 IST
The province has closed educational institutions and public spaces like parks and zoos until November 17 in places including Lahore, the world's most polluted city in terms of air quality.
Pakistan to slash winter power tariffs to spur demand, reduce gas use
November 10, 2024 10:07 IST
Power consumption in Pakistan has declined 8-10 per cent year on year over the past three quarters
Imran Khan’s post-arrest bails granted in four cases related to May 9 violence
November 9, 2024 19:09 IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supreme leader was booked in 12 cases in Lahore in connection with May 2023 violence, including for allegedly attacking the government and military buildings following his arrest in a graft case.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulates Trump, gets community note from X over ‘unlawful access to platform’
November 9, 2024 18:43 IST
In April, Pakistan's interior ministry had blocked access to X citing national security concerns.
26 killed, over 60 injured in blast at Pakistan’s railway station; Baloch Liberation Army claims responsibility
November 9, 2024 22:13 IST
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti condemned the attack, terming it as "a horrific act targeting innocent civilians", and ordered an immediate investigation.
Pakistan Air Quality Index (AQI): Pakistan’s Punjab grapples with poor air quality as Multan’s AQI goes past 2,000-mark
November 9, 2024 12:31 IST
Pakistan Air Pollution: According to Swiss air quality monitor, IQAR, Multan, the largest city in south Punjab recorded an AQI of 2,135 between 8 am and 9 am.
Pakistan’s Punjab bans entry to parks, zoos and playgrounds because of pollution
November 9, 2024 01:53 IST
The air quality in Lahore has deteriorated drastically, earning Punjab's regional capital the rank of world's most polluted city from Swiss air purification equipment maker IQAir.
Pakistan smog crisis: Toxic smog blankets Lahore as AQI soars above 1000, schools closed
November 8, 2024 22:04 IST
Lahore Pollution News, Pakistan Air Pollution: According to Swiss group IQAir, which collects data from 14 regional monitoring stations, Lahore's air quality index soared to 1165 on Wednesday—over 120 times higher than the safe limit set by the World Health Organization.
Pakistan army says four soldiers killed in firefight with militants
November 8, 2024 08:27 IST
Islamabad says the militants use the Afghan soil to train and plan attacks in Pakistan, a charge Kabul denies, saying the militancy has been a home grown problem for the South Asian nation.
Pakistan central bank cuts key rate by 250 bps to 15%
November 4, 2024 19:00 IST
Average consumer price index inflation in the South Asian country is 8.7% in the current financial year, which started in July, the statistics bureau says.
As Lahore’s air pollution hits record high, Pakistan blames ‘winds from India’, to take up issue with New Delhi
November 4, 2024 15:08 IST
Primary schools in Lahore will remain closed for a week because of the pollution, according to a government notification.
Lahore air pollution hits historic high, forcing school closures
November 3, 2024 18:24 IST
The government has also imposed a ban on three-wheelers known as rickshaws and halted construction in certain areas to reduce the pollution levels.
Sikh pilgrims from UK, US and Canada to get free online visas in Pakistan: Interior Minister
November 2, 2024 12:30 IST
In a major change in visa policy aimed at attracting tourists and investment from across the world, Pakistan from August 14 completely waived the visa fee for the citizens of these countries.
AQI above 1,000, Lahore is the world’s most polluted city
November 2, 2024 12:27 IST
Despite several measures in place, the Pakistan Air Quality Experts’ Group, has continued to criticise them as "insufficient" and "poorly planned."
Pak parliamentary body approves bill to raise number of Supreme Court judges to 25
November 2, 2024 10:11 IST
The opposition alleges that the government would pack the court with the choicest judges to influence cases about leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf.
5 schoolchildren among 9 killed in blast in Pakistan’s restive Balochistan province
November 1, 2024 22:48 IST
The blast occurred at 8.35 am near a girl's high school at the Civil Hospital Chowk of the Mastung district of the province.
Pakistan flag carrier stake sale attracts sole bid below government minimum
November 1, 2024 12:30 IST
Other concerns raised by potential bidders for the PIA stake included inconsistent government communication, unattractive terms and taxes on the sector, and the flag carrier's legacy issues and reputation.
Pakistan committed to security of Chinese citizens: Dy PM Ishaq Dar
October 30, 2024 12:48 IST
Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, speaking on this occasion, expressed Beijing's concerns over these threats and urged further action to safeguard Chinese citizens and investments.
Pakistan court sentences 4 police officers to death for killing 2 teenage students
October 29, 2024 21:18 IST
The judge remarked that the convicts did not deserve any leniency, as they had attempted to cover up their brutal crime.
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