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US woman arrives in Pakistan to marry KP man

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American woman Mindy arrives in Pakistan to Sajid Zeb Khan from KP's Upper Dir. — Reporter An American woman, Mindy, has arrived in Pakistan to marry Sajid Zeb Khan, a resident of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Upper Dir, whom she met online through a social media platform. Sajid... * This article was originally published here

Here's a list of countries where Pakistanis can now travel without visa

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This photograph shows a Pakistani passport. — APP/file Pakistani passport holders can now travel to 32 countries either visa-free or with visa-on-arrival following an improvement in the country's passport ranking. According to the latest figures released by Henley &... * This article was originally published here

All abettors, perpetrators of terrorism to be brought to justice, vows COAS Munir

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Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir chairs session at Corps Headquarters Peshawar, gets briefing on security situation and counter-terrorism operations. — ISPRCOAS gets briefing on security situation, counter-terrorism ops.Pays rich tribute to unwavering courage of... * This article was originally published here

How many reserved seats restored in assemblies after SC ruling?

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An inside view of the National Assembly. — APP/File ISLAMABAD: Following the Supreme Court’s Constitutional Bench ruling, a total of 77 reserved seats in the National Assembly and three provincial assemblies — Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Sindh — have been... * This article was originally published here

India declined to sign SCO joint statement after being denied second turn to speak, says Asif

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Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. — AFP/File India’s latest move further isolated it on int’l stage, says Asif.Says Indian PM’s extremist policies damaged its credibility globally.India promoting terrorism worldwide, says defence czar. * This article was originally published here

KP police acquire anti-drone technology to counter terror threats

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Representational image of a drone. — Reuters/File The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police have acquired advanced anti-drone technology to counter aerial terrorism threats, official sources confirmed on Wednesday. The system enables security forces to detect and neutralise... * This article was originally published here

PM Shehbaz praises Bilawal-led diplomatic delegation for exposing Indian propaganda

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PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on June 24, 2025. — PIDPM hosts dinner in honour of delegation members.Says Bilawal presented Pakistan’s viewpoint in effective manner.“You fought Pakistan’s case with national... * This article was originally published here

PIA suspends flights to Gulf countries amid 'escalating military situation'

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A representational image of a PIA plane. — APP/FilePIA suspends flights to Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Dubai.Passengers asked to contact for flight status, rebooking.Bahrain, Kuwait also close airspace temporarily. The Pakistan International Airlines has temporarily suspended... * This article was originally published here

At OIC session, DPM Dar urges peaceful resolution of Kashmir dispute

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Ishaq Dar chairing a meeting in this undated picture. — APP/FileDar says Israel and India's attacks set dangerous precedent.Reiterates support for Kashmir at OIC forum."New Delhi exploited Pahalgam attack to launch widespread crackdown." Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign... * This article was originally published here

Malala pledges daily fight for 122 million out-of-school girls

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This handout picture taken and released by Chief Minister House Office of Sindh Province on October 12, 2022 shows Nobel Peace laureate Malala Yousafzai speaking with flood-affected children at a makeshift school in Johi, Dadu district of Sindh province. — AFP Nobel Peace... * This article was originally published here

Pakistan defeated India on battlefield, diplomatic front, says Bilawal after returning to country

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PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari addresses PPP rally in Karachi after leading a diplomatic mission. — Screengrab via Geo NewsBilawal says world accepted Kashmir not bilateral but global issue.Warns another war to be fought if India violates int'l law, IWT.Terms Trump-COAS meeting... * This article was originally published here

JCP extends SC's constitutional bench term until November 30

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Supreme Court of Pakistan building in Islamabad can be seen in this undated photo. — AFPCJP Yahya Afridi chairs two consecutive JCP meetings.Extended term of SHC constitutional benches.Commission reviews performance of high court judges. The Judicial... * This article was originally published here

Trump-COAS meeting: Asif urges Pakistan to seize opportunity for regional good

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Defence Minister Khawaja Asif addresses a press conference in Islamabad. — PID/File As President Donald Trump and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir meet at the White House, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has called it a “significant milestone” and urged... * This article was originally published here

President visits Air Headquarters, expresses satisfaction over PAF's combat readiness

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PAF contingent presents Guard of Honour to President Asif Ali Zardari at Air Headquarters, Islamabad, on June 17, 2025. — X/@MediaCellPPP President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Air Headquarters on Tuesday to boost the morale of the Pakistan Air Force following its resounding... * This article was originally published here

Hundreds of Pakistanis return from Iran via Taftan amid Tehran-Tel Aviv strikes

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Pakistani soldiers wearing facemasks stand guard at the closed Pakistan-Iran border in Taftan. — AFP/File268 Pakistanis brought back from Iraq via special flights.Overall 214 students reached via buses from Tehran: officials.Pakistan repatriated 450 nationals from Iran a day ago. * This article was originally published here

NA speaker turns down Omar Ayub's demand to form committee on ECP appointments

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PTI's NA Opposition Leader Omar Ayub presents party's written demands to NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq in Islamabad on January 16, 2025. — Facebook@SardarAyazSadiqNA speaker writes letter to opposition leader.Outlines constitutional process for committee formation. Says consultations between... * This article was originally published here

PM Shehbaz voices Pakistan's solidarity with Iran over Israeli attacks

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President of Iran Dr Masoud Pezeshkian receives Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif upon his arrival at Sa'dabad Palace. — APP/FileIsrael violating Iran's sovereignty, territorial integrity: PM.Says Iran has right to self-defence under UN Charter.Terms Israeli provocations grave threats to... * This article was originally published here

India's suspension of IWT threatens regional peace: Bilawal

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Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari briefing European think tanks in Brussels on regional developments. — YouTube/PTVNews/screengrabBilawal says India yet to provide evidence on Pahalgam attack.Condemns Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iran.IWT suspension equivalent to disrupting peace in... * This article was originally published here

Pakistan, UAE reaffirm commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls on UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi, June 12, 2025. — WAMPM Shehbaz appreciates UAE diplomacy for conflicts' resolution.Both sides emphasise supporting int'l efforts for stability, peace.Premier... * This article was originally published here

Pakistan calls for bold ‘global action' to protect oceans

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Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch speaks at the third United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France. — X/@PakinFrance Ambassador of Pakistan to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch on Wednesday highlighted the country’s efforts to address challenges of... * This article was originally published here

India manipulating flow of Indus River to disrupt Pakistan's crop patterns: minister

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Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Musadik Malik. — AFP/File “When water was needed for crop sowing, it was not available.”Move aimed at disturbing food security of Pakistan: Malik.Says Pakistan responded to... * This article was originally published here

No mechanism to resolve Pakistan-India disputes, says Bilawal on UK sojourn

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Former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari speaks during an interview at the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, DC. — AFP/File Pakistan is a responsible nuclear state, says Bilawal"US President's role in ceasefire is commendable."Former FM says India is spreading... * This article was originally published here

PM Shehbaz extends Eid greetings to President Erdogan, others

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. — Reuters Prime Minister Sharif on Sunday reached out to various world leaders, including Turkiye’s President Recep... * This article was originally published here

India exposed as source of instability, not security: Bilawal

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Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari speaks at a luncheon hosted by Pakistan Ambassador to US, Rizwan Saeed, Washington, DC, June 7, 2025. — Screengrab via YouTube/Geo News India’s actions lowered threshold for armed confrontation: Bilawal.PPP... * This article was originally published here

Two Indian-sponsored terrorists killed in Balochistan's Kachhi district: ISPR

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Soldiers ride on a Pakistan Army vehicle in this undated image. — AFP/File Operations conducted on reported presence of terrorists.Weapons and ammunition recovered from slain terrorists.Security forces determined to wipe out menace of terrorism. * This article was originally published here

Indian actions boost nuclear risk in future conflict with Pakistan, warns Bilawal

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PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is speaking at the Middle East Institute on the challenges and opportunities in Pakistan-US relations. — Screengrab via YouTube/Middle East Institute India used nuclear-capable missile in recent war, says Bilawal. Says New Delhi lowered... * This article was originally published here

US diplomat underscores enduring Pakistan-US ties at Independence Day celebration

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US Charge d'Affaires Natalie Baker addresses a ceremony organised on the eve of 249th anniversary of independence day of United States of America on June 4, 2025. — APP US Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker on Wednesday reaffirmed the strength of Pakistan-US relations... * This article was originally published here

NHA enforces extra toll tax for vehicles without M-Tag

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This representational image shows, large number of vehicles standing in queue at a motorway toll plaza. — APP/File In a significant move towards the implementation of 100% M-Tag system on motorways, the National Highways Authority has announced the imposition of 50%... * This article was originally published here

Pakistan and China call for peace in South Asia

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Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations Fu Cong calls on high-level parliamentary delegation led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on June 2, 2025. — X/@@PakistanUN_NYBilawal expresses gratitude for unequivocal support from China.Says India rejected Pakistan's offer for... * This article was originally published here

Pakistani-American tycoon confirms he met Imran Khan several times in Adiala jail

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Jailed PTI founder Imran Khan is pictured along with Pakistani-American tycoon Tanweer Ahmed.— Reporter/File “We held extensive talks over several sessions in Nov last year."Khan was worried about what was happening outside, says Ahmed.Ahmed has been friend,... * This article was originally published here