A teenage girl has allegedly shot and killed a man whom she accused of blackmailing and harassing her, according to police officials investigating the incident. The case has sparked debate on harassment, online blackmail, and personal safety in Pakistan. Authorities said the incident occurred after the girl claimed the man had been threatening and pressuring...
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PDMA issues heatwave alert for Punjab as temperatures expected to soar until May 11
The Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a heatwave alert for several districts across the province, warning that extremely high temperatures are expected to persist until May 11. Citizens have been advised to take precautionary measures as weather conditions intensify. According to the advisory, temperatures in many districts are likely to remain significantly...
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Gas supply disrupted in Karachi after Red Line construction damages pipeline
Gas supply was suspended in several parts of Karachi after construction work on the Red Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project damaged a high-pressure gas pipeline near Jail Chowrangi on Saturday evening. According to the Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC), a 12-inch diameter high-pressure pipeline was struck during excavation work linked to the ongoing Red...
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The government is considering PTA tax relief for overseas Pakistanis
The federal government is considering proposals to provide relief in Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) mobile phone taxes for overseas Pakistanis, following repeated concerns raised by expatriates over high registration costs. Speaking during a Senate session, Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry said overseas Pakistanis have consistently highlighted the issue during conventions and official...
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Sindh grants Aurat March NOC with strict conditions on slogans and clothing
The Sindh government has issued a no-objection certificate (NOC) for the upcoming Aurat March in Karachi, but with a lengthy list of conditions covering participants’ clothing, slogans, speeches, and security arrangements. The march is scheduled to take place at Sea View on Mother’s Day, May 10. According to the official notification, organisers must ensure that...
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Govt approves Rs4.4bn to clear PIA retirees’ dues
The federal government has approved Rs4.4 billion to clear pending pension and medical dues of retired employees of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), providing relief to hundreds of former staff. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The allocation is part of a...
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Mohsin Naqvi faces backlash over Margalla Hills development plan
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is facing growing criticism over a proposed construction plan near the Margalla Hills, with environmentalists and citizens warning of potential ecological damage. The plan, which aims to transform areas surrounding the hills into a modern urban hub, has sparked debate over its long-term impact on Islamabad’s natural landscape. According to...
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Govt Announces Over Two Hours of Daily Loadshedding Amid Rising Energy Costs
The government has announced more than two hours of daily loadshedding during peak hours as part of efforts to manage rising energy costs and avoid a significant increase in electricity tariffs. According to the power division, electricity supply will be suspended for approximately 2.25 hours between 5 pm and 1 am across the country. Officials...
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Karachi Restores Water Supply After Hub Canal Upgrade Completion
Karachi’s water supply has been restored following the successful completion of a major upgrade project on the Hub Canal, a critical source of water for the city. The Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) announced that work at Zero Point has been finalised, allowing normal supply to resume through the Hub Pumping Station. As part...
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Pakistan Strongly Condemns Israeli Aggression Against Lebanon: FO
Pakistan has strongly condemned Israeli military aggression against Lebanon, with the Foreign Office (FO) calling the attacks a serious violation of international law and humanitarian principles. In an official statement, Islamabad expressed deep concern over the escalating violence, which has resulted in civilian casualties and widespread destruction of infrastructure. The FO stated that Israel’s actions...