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PM meets Gates Foundation delegation, reaffirms commitment to end polio

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s determination to completely eradicate polio from Pakistan. Talking to President Global Development Gates Foundation Dr. Chris Elias...

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Pakistan, Turkey move to boost rice trade

Adeel RAFIQUEJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkey have reached a mutual agreement to substantially enhance bilateral rice trade, emphasizing competitive pricing, increased export volumes, and stronger business relations...

Free local transport announced for Basant

Adeel RAFIQUEJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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LAHORE: The Punjab government has finalized a free transport plan for Lahore’s Basant festivities, enabling citizens to travel without cost on Metro Buses, Orange Line...

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Australian team arrives in Lahore for the three-match T20I series against Pakistan

Adeel RAFIQUEJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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WEB DESk: A 17-player Australian squad has touched down in Lahore for the T20 series against Pakistan. The first match of this much-anticipated series is...

Gold and silver prices reach new peaks in Pakistan

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KARACHI: Gold and silver prices skyrocketed to record highs in international and local markets on Wednesday, with gold per tola in Pakistan jumping by Rs21,100...

Gul Plaza fire; death toll rises to 74, DNA testing underway to confirm victims’ identities

Adeel RAFIQUEJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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KARACHI: The tragic fire at Gul Plaza has claimed 74 lives, leaving families in mourning as they gather the remains of their loved ones. With...

Heavy snowfall paralyzes life in KPK, Balochistan, GB and AJK

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ISLAMABAD: Intermittent snowfall across several regions of the country has severely disrupted daily life, cutting off road links and restricting movement in numerous areas. Heavy...

Iran shuts airspace and initiates live-fire military exercises over Strait of Hormuz

Adeel RAFIQUEJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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WEB DESK: Iran has released a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) alerting to live-fire military drills near the Strait of Hormuz, shortly after US military forces...

LHC reviews petition challenging ban on social media access for children under 16

Adeel RAFIQUEJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has begun reviewing a petition challenging the proposed ban on social media usage for children under 16, emphasizing the...

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar dies in plane crash

Adeel RAFIQUEJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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WEB DESK: Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died on Wednesday when his chartered aircraft crashed in flames. Visuals showed smoke rising from the wreckage...