Pakistan Navy rescues stranded family during Sri Lanka flood operation

Islamabad — A Pakistan Navy helicopter operating from PNS Saif evacuated a family stranded on a rooftop in a flood-hit area of Sri Lanka during ongoing humanitarian relief efforts, officials…

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Sons of Imran Khan voice serious concerns over his safety amid lack of contact

KARACHI (by Reuters) — The sons of former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan say they have grown increasingly concerned about his wellbeing, claiming they have received no confirmed proof of…

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OPPO A6 4G Launches in Pakistan: Power That Lasts, Performance That Wins, Camera That Inspires

Lahore: OPPO, a global leader in smartphone devices, is excited to announce the launch of the OPPO A6 4G in Pakistan, now available for pre-order. With its long-lasting battery, powerful…

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AKU brings leaders together to advance climate-resilient cities in Pakistan

KARACHI: The Aga Khan University’s Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD) convened leading architects, urban planners, public health professionals, development specialists and senior government representatives at its Annual Conference…

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Lahore set for major improvement as Maryam Nawaz reveals plan to revamp 6,284 streets

LAHORE — Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif formally launched Phase-II of the Lahore Development Plan on Sunday, a project aimed at upgrading more than 6,000 streets across the city.…

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Punjab plans to impart textile skills training to 2,500 rural women

ISLAMABAD, Nov 30 (APP): The Punjab Women Development Department has selected around 2,500 rural women for hands-on training in various textile-related fields, with the government committed to ensuring employment opportunities…

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Pakistan Railways builds 176 new residential units for employees

ISLAMABAD, Nov 30 (APP): In an effort to improve the living facilities for its staff, the Pakistan Railways (PR) has built 176 new residential units across the country, costing Rs118.382…

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Gold Prices Continue Upward Trend in Pakistan’s Local Market

Gold prices in Pakistan rose again on Monday, reflecting gains in the international bullion market. The increase follows a sharp rise over the weekend, keeping the local market on edge…

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Aurangzeb says climate change now an urgent economic reality for Pakistan

Islamabad: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that climate change poses an immediate economic challenge for Pakistan, noting the country’s exposure to climate-driven shocks and the financial impact of…

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Failure on the Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Program (IFRP)

The Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Program (IFRP), launched in September 2023, is a major state initiative designed to ensure the phased return of all illegal foreign residents from Pakistan — a…

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