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Governor Mandokhail inaugurates 80-bed private hospital in Zhob

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ZHOB: Balochistan Governor Sheikh Jafar Khan Mandokhail has inaugurated an 80-bed private, philanthropic hospital here, marking a significant step towards improving healthcare in the region. He emphasized that a healthy society is built upon the well-being of its children and that this facility will provide crucial medical services to the people of Zhob. The inauguration […]

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Nine suspects arrested following passenger bus robberies in Khuzdar

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KHUZDAR: In a significant crackdown, Khuzdar Police and the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) have successfully apprehended two dangerous gangs responsible for a series of armed robberies on the Quetta-Karachi National Highway. The joint operation led to the arrest of nine suspects and the recovery of 26 looted mobile phones, firearms, ammunition, and the vehicles used

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India scales back Russian oil purchases amid reported US pressure

India scales back Russian oil purchases amid reported US pressure

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NEW DELHI: The United States President Donald Trump cautioned India against purchasing discounted oil from Russia, warning that such transactions could strengthen Moscow’s economy.  The reports suggest that Trump, during his time in office, also signaled the possibility of imposing higher tariffs on Indian goods if New Delhi continued expanding its energy trade with Russia.

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Five new corridors added to CPEC phase-II, says Ahsan Iqbal

Five new corridors added to CPEC phase-II, says Ahsan Iqbal

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal has said that CPEC Phase-II has formally begun, shifting the focus from infrastructure to technology, economic growth, social development in underdeveloped regions, green energy, and modern agriculture. Responding to a question about the new phase, Ahsan Iqbal said that CPEC Phase-II started on 26 September, after Prime Minister

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IMF urges Pak to improve data use, expand tax net

IMF urges Pak to improve data use, expand tax net in upcoming budget

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ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has presented a new set of recommendations to Pakistan, focusing on accurate data use in budget preparation, expansion of the tax net, and stricter audits of supplementary grants.  The proposals were communicated during the ongoing technical-level discussions between the IMF delegation and Pakistani officials in Islamabad. The IMF’s technical

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Pakistan boosts global connectivity with launch of SEA-ME-WE 6

Pakistan boosts global connectivity with launch of SEA-ME-WE 6

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s international internet capacity is set for a vital upgrade following the launch of the South-East Asia–Middle East–Western Europe 6 (SEA-ME-WE 6) submarine cable system, the Ministry of Information Technology announced today. The ministry said the country has strengthened its global digital links through the deployment of the 19,200-kilometre high-capacity fibre network.  The cable

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Fake news alert: Balochistan CM–President meeting rumors declared baseless

Fake news alert: Balochistan CM–President meeting rumors declared baseless

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ISLAMABAD: There are reports circulating on social media falsely claiming that Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti travelled to Dubai to seek a meeting with President Asif Ali Zardari in an effort to “save his position.” As per these posts, the President allegedly refused to meet the Chief Minister, and several Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) MPAs

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Trade war fallout: Pakistan's border closure cripples Afghan economy

Trade war fallout: Pakistan’s border closure cripples Afghan economy

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ISLAMABAD: The ongoing trade suspension between Pakistan and Afghanistan has emerged as a development with vital regional implications. In this regard, Pakistan has closed all routes identified as major channels for smuggling, narcotics trafficking, illegal weapons movement and militant activity.  The district administration considers the decision critical for national security, economic stability and the enforcement

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Unidentified body recovered near Sangdas area of Ghanche

Unidentified body recovered near Sangdas area of Ghanche

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KALAT: The authorities in the Ghanche district have launched an investigation after an unidentified body was discovered. The body was found lying close to the roadside by passersby, who immediately informed local authorities. In this regard, the victim had sustained gunshot wounds to the head, making identification difficult. Due to the severity of the injuries,

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Violence in Turbat’s Nasirabad leaves one civilian dead

Violence in Turbat’s Nasirabad leaves one civilian dead

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TURBAT: The civilian was killed in Nasirabad, after unidentified armed assailants opened fire, as per the local sources. The victim, identified as Jalal, son of Deen Muhammad, died at the scene. The area reported that the attackers arrived on motorcycles and fired multiple rounds before fleeing. In this regard, no group immediately claimed responsibility for

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