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In a major relief for Islamabad’s daily commuters, the federal government has withdrawn the recent increase in metro bus fares, bringing the cost back to Rs50. The rollback comes after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif intervened, calling the fare hike “unjustified” just days before Eid-ul-Adha. The Capital Development
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Hajra Sarwar, daughter of former Aviation Minister Ghulam Sarwar Khan, has come under the spotlight of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in a case related to alleged financial misconduct. According to the FIA’s Anti-Corruption Circle in Peshawar, Hajra Sarwar held two public sector positions at the same time—
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Roughly a week after reports emerged of a disturbing child abuse network in Muzaffargarh, Pakistani officials have now revealed how the ring was dismantled. Speaking at a press briefing in Islamabad, the National Cybercrime Investigation Authority (NCCIA) Director General and the Minister of State for Interior shared fresh details about
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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has filed a major case against Tariq Malik, the former head of the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), and 12 other senior officials over alleged financial mismanagement in the authority’s smart card project. The case stems from a complaint submitted by Transparency International,
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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a major package of public relief measures, including a significant reduction in electricity tariffs, the launch of a provincial airline, and the distribution of electric taxis. The decisions were finalised during the 26th meeting of the Punjab Cabinet in Lahore, where a comprehensive
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The repatriation of Pakistani pilgrims from Saudi Arabia after completing Hajj 2025 is scheduled to begin on 10 June, according to official sources. The large-scale return operation will span a full month and involve multiple airlines. The first flight is set to leave Jeddah at 11:50 PM on
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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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Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has introduced significant fare reductions on select international routes in an effort to attract more passengers ahead of the summer season. The national carrier has offered a 50% discount on flights between Pakistan and three Saudi cities: Dammam, Riyadh, and Al-Qassim. According to a PIA
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The Punjab government is preparing to introduce a new uniform for the traffic police, marking the first such change in nearly two decades. The last time the traffic force underwent a uniform revision was in 2006, while the Punjab Police received an update in 2017. According to police department sources
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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
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Karachi’s public transport network is set for a major expansion as double-decker buses are scheduled to begin service in the city next month. The announcement was made by Sindh Transport Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, who said the initiative forms part of the wider Peoples Bus Service (PBS) programme
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Parts of Karachi were jolted by another earthquake on Tuesday morning, causing fear among residents. This was the 11th tremor reported in just two days, raising concerns about continuing seismic activity in the area. The National Seismological Center confirmed that the quake occurred around 7:45am with a magnitude of