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Verdict in Imran, Bushra’s £190m Al-Qadir Trust case postponed for 3rd time – Pakistan
The verdict in the £190m Al-Qadir Trust case against former premier Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi — expected to be announced today (Monday) — has been postponed for the third time. Judge Nasir Javed Rana cited the reason for the delay as Imran and Bushra’s failure to appear before his accountability court at…
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Pakistan’s crackdown on non-compliant international non-governmental organizations
In a decisive move to protect its sovereignty and legal frameworks, Pakistan’s Ministry of Interior recently suspended the operations of two international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) — Tobacco-Free Kids (CTFK) and Vital Strategies. This action has sparked a nationwide discussion about the unchecked influence of INGOs in developing countries and their compliance with national… Continue Reading…
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SUPARCO set to launch indigenous electro-optical satellite
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced the upcoming launch of its indigenous electro-optical satellite, EO-1, on January 17. According to a SUPARCO spokesman, the EO-1 satellite has been designed to provide critical data for disaster response, agriculture, and urban planning. It will also assist in ensuring food security and water……
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Shadab crowned as ‘Most Valuable Player’ at PSL Fans’ Choice Awards
The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) celebrated its 10th season milestone with a glittering Players’ Draft ceremony, during which cricket stars were honoured with the highly anticipated Fans’… Continue Reading News Source: tribune.com.pk
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia ink annual Hajj agreement 2025
ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Chaudhry Salik Hussain and Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan al-Rabiah signed the annual Hajj agreement 2025 between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Under the agreement, 179,210 Pakistani pilgrims will perform Hajj this year. The agreement includes a commitment to provide the…
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GSK to buy US biotech firm IDRx for up to $1.15 billion – Business & Finance
British drugmaker GSK, said on Monday that it would pay up to $1.15 billion to buy Boston-based biopharmaceutical firm IDRx, which is developing a treatment for a rare type of tumour. IDRx, a privately held biotechnology firm, is developing a therapy for the treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumours. The deal, which comprises an upfront payment…
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Lahore police arrest 28 in raid on dance party in Burki
LAHORE – Police have arrested 28 men and women who were participating in a dance party in Barki area of Lahore. Barki police station SHO said a team conducted the raid after receiving a complaint on the helpline 15 about the dance party. He said 18 men and 10 women were arrested in the raid…
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Comet G3 Atlas—seen once in 160,000 years—to peak tonight
Comet G3 ATLAS will shine brightly at around -3.2 magnitude tonight, making it visible to the naked eye under ideal conditions. The best viewing opportunities will be in the Southern Hemisphere, just after sunset. However, those in the Northern Hemisphere may find it difficult due to its low position on the horizon and bright twilight.…
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Commerzbank chairman sees little chance of amicable UniCredit merger, report says – Business & Finance
BERLIN: Commerzbank’s, supervisory board chairman Jens Weidmann said there is little chance for an amicable merger with UniCredit after the Italian bank’s surprise purchase of a hefty stake in the German lender, Handelsblatt newspaper reported. “It’s like any relationship: if the start is unsuccessful, it will be difficult,” Weidmann told Handelsblatt in an interview published…
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Govt announces opening of new border crossing with Iran – Pakistan
QUETTA: The federal government has announced the opening of a new crossing point at the Pakistan-Iran border in Panjgur, in collaboration with Iran, to facilitate legal trade activities between the two countries, discourage smuggling of goods and provide employment and business opportunities to the people living on both sides of the border of the two…
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