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SC judges seek grounds behind trying civilians in military courts
A policeman walks past the Supreme Court building in Islamabad in this undated photo — AFP/File ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court judges on Thursday questioned the rationale behind trying some of the accused from the May… Continue Reading News Source: www.thenews.com.pk
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South Korean shares flat as auto gains counter battery losses
SEOUL: Round-up of South Korean financial markets: South Korean stocks close higher, tracking Wall Street’s overnight rally South Korean shares were flat on Thursday after a four-session winning run, as gains in automakers countered losses in battery manufacturers. The benchmark KOSPI was down 1.60 points, or 0.06%, at 2,519.45, as of 0102 GMT. In morning…
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Live stream of SC hearing on 26th amendment sought – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Lahore High Court Bar Association (LHCBA) on Wednesday filed an application with the Supreme Court, seeking a live stream of proceedings related to the challenges against the 26th Amendment to the Constitution. The application, filed by Advocate Ajmal Ghaffar Toor under Order 33 Rule 6 of the Supreme Court Rules, emphasised the public…
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Hania Aamir Becomes the Most Followed Pakistani Celebrity on Instagram Once Again
PUBLISHED January 09, 2025 Hania Aamir, the beloved star of the hit drama ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum,’ has once again become the most-followed Pakistani celebrity on Instagram. Hania Aamir has broken her own record as the most followed Pakistani on the platform. Before Aamir hit 14… Continue Reading News Source: tribune.com.pk
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Apple clarifies Siri privacy stance after $95mn class action settlement – Technology
Apple clarified on Wednesday that it has never sold the data collected by its Siri voice assistant or used it to create marketing profiles, just days after settling a case in which it faced such accusations. The iPhone maker last week paid $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit in which plaintiffs alleged it…
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PMDC bans Fee Collection by Private Medical Colleges amid pending review by committee
KARACHI – Private Medical Colleges have been ordered to cease fee collection by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) amid pending review by Medical Education Committee. The recent move comes amid recommendation from Senate Committee, with members advising that fee collection be suspended until further recommendations are made. The ban will remain in effect until…
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Pakistan’s per capita GDP sees positive growth
Pakistan achieved a per capita GDP of $1,680 in FY2024, with projections for FY2025 estimating growth to $2,405, showcasing economic recovery and resilience. Islamabad’s per capita GDP of $2,996 exceeds several regional benchmarks, including India’s national average of $2,106. Punjab’s per capita income of $1,713.60 exceeds Pakistan’s national average by 2%. Sindh… Continue Reading News…
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California power outages swell to 400,000 as fires multiply – World
The number of California homes and businesses without electricity ballooned to more than 400,000 on Wednesday, as multiple wildfires raged uncontrollably around Los Angeles. Fires that started on Tuesday have killed at least five people, destroying hundreds of homes and stretching firefighting resources and water supplies to the limit, as more than 100,000 people were…
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Second US port strike averted as union, employers reach deal – World
The union representing 45,000 dock workers on the US East and Gulf Coasts and their employers on Wednesday said they reached a tentative deal on a new six-year contract, averting further strikes that could have snarled supply chains and taken a toll on the US economy. The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States…
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Joe Biden cancels Italy trip due to California wildfires – World
WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden canceled an upcoming trip to Italy due to the wildfires in California, the White House said on Wednesday, adding that he wanted to focus on directing the full federal response to the fires. The White House announced in December that Biden would visit Italy from Jan. 9-12 to meet Pope…
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