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ISLAMABAD: ‎Pakistan marked its 78th Independence Day today with nationwide celebrations. The day began with special prayers for the country’s prosperity, unity, peace, and progress, followed by a 21-gun salute in major cities including…

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, addressing the central ceremony of Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, congratulated the nation and described the day as part of a long and historic struggle. He said the sacrifices of the country’s…

KARACHI: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari stated that Pakistan will compel India to honor the Indus Waters Treaty, warning that if India refuses, “Karachi will take all six rivers,” a symbolic statement…

ISLAMABAD: The central ceremony marking Independence Day and the Victory of Truth is currently underway at the Jinnah Sports Complex in Islamabad. President Arif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, and the heads of all three armed…

WASHINGTON: Beginning in September, H-1B visa holders will be required to renew their visas through in-person appointments, marking a significant shift from the previous process that allowed certain renewals to be completed remotely.…

LAHORE: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore has rejected the bail applications of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former Provincial Health Minister Dr. Yasmin Rashid in two cases related to the May 9 incidents. Dr. Yasmin…

SRINAGAR: In the Kulgam district of occupied Kashmir, a 12-day-long Indian military operation reportedly ended in failure, leaving several soldiers injured and struggling for survival. According to the Kashmir Media Service, Indian forces…

ISLAMABAD: Moody’s Investors Service upgraded Pakistan’s local and foreign currency sovereign ratings from Caa2 to Caa1. The agency cited stronger external buffers, fiscal consolidation, and progress under the IMF Extended Fund Facility.…

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad is scheduled to come alive tonight with a grand musical program at Sports Complex marking the beginning of Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations. The event, featuring patriotic songs and performances, set the tone…

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly, under the chairmanship of Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, has passed the Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill 2024 by a majority vote. The opposition strongly opposed the bill and staged protests during the session.…