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Millions of Muslims from around the globe, including over 115,000 pilgrims from Pakistan, are gathered today at the plains of Arafat to observe Wuquf-e-Arafat, the most significant ritual of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. After spending the night in Mina, the pilgrims made their way to Mount Arafat,
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Superstar Mahira Khan and acclaimed actor Humayun Saeed are in full swing with the promotions of their upcoming romantic comedy Love Guru, which is set to hit cinemas worldwide, including in Pakistan, on June 6. Following a well-received trailer and a string of popular songs, the promotional campaign has
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The Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has announced a revised gas load shedding schedule for Karachi during the Eid-ul-Adha holidays. According to the official statement issued by the utility provider, gas supply will be temporarily suspended at 12:00 AM on Friday, June 6, slightly later than the
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The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) sealed a total of 63 illegally operating commercial buildings and premises defaulting on commercialisation fees during a large-scale crackdown conducted in various parts of the city on Wednesday. The operation, carried out under the supervision of Chief Town Planner I, Assad-uz-Zaman, targeted
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In a major counterterrorism breakthrough, Pakistan’s security forces have neutralized 14 Indian-sponsored terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Datta Khel region of North Waziristan, according to a statement issued by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). The operation was carried out between June 2 and
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an aid group supported by the U.S. and Israel, announced the temporary suspension of its distribution sites in Gaza on Wednesday, citing operational improvements. The closure comes amid escalating violence and Israeli military warnings declaring roads to these centers as active "combat zones.
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The Punjab Auqaf and Religious Affairs Department has announced the official prayer schedule for Eid-ul-Adha 2025 across major mosques and shrines in Lahore. In coordination with religious scholars and prayer leaders, the department has finalized all necessary arrangements for Eid congregations, including security and sanitation measures to ensure
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A district court in Islamabad on Wednesday approved a 14-day judicial remand for Umar Hayat, the prime suspect in the brutal murder of 17-year-old TikTok star Sana Yousaf. The court also sanctioned a police request for the suspect’s identification parade. Duty Magistrate Ahmed Shahzad issued the
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The cold-blooded murder of 17-year-old social media influencer Sana Yousaf in Islamabad has sparked national outrage, with celebrities, civil society members, and the general public demanding immediate justice and systemic reform to protect young women in Pakistan. Read More: Famous TikToker Sana Yousuf Shot Dead in Islamabad,
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Gold prices in Pakistan surged once again on Tuesday, continuing the upward momentum witnessed both locally and globally. The hike comes just a day after a major increase, pushing rates to new highs. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of 24-karat gold per
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A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Turkiye early Tuesday morning, triggering widespread panic among residents and tourists. The tremor, centered in the Mediterranean Sea near the popular holiday destination of Marmaris, prompted dozens of people to jump from windows and balconies in fear, resulting in numerous
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A major security breach occurred late Monday night at Malir Jail when tremors from an earthquake caused chaos, resulting in the escape of over 200 inmates, authorities confirmed. According to jail officials, prisoners were temporarily relocated outside their barracks for safety during the earthquake. However, tensions quickly escalated as inmates