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Heavy rainfall has triggered landslides and flash floods in Kupwara district, resulting in the deaths of five individuals in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The extreme weather has caused considerable damage to the region, affect...
Read More »State Bank of Pakistan Receives $1.1 Billion from IMF Under Stand-by Arrangement
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its second review under the Stand-by Arrangement (SBA) and approved the disbursement of SDR 828 million (approximately US$ 1.1 billion) to Pakistan. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) confirmed receiv...
Read More »Pakistan Highlights Role of Disinformation in Undermining Freedom Struggles at UN
In a significant statement at the United Nations, Pakistan has highlighted the pervasive use of fake news and disinformation tactics to undermine legitimate freedom struggles around the world. This declaration was made by Ambassador Munir Akram, Perm...
Read More »EU Ambassador Assesses Impact of Aid in Flood-Stricken Dadu, Highlights Ongoing European Support
Dr. Riina Kionka, the European Union Ambassador to Pakistan, led a delegation to Dadu, Sindh, to observe the progress of EU-funded relief and resilience projects aimed at aiding communities devastated by the 2022 floods. The visit included assessment...
Read More »Balochistan Chief Minister Announces Major Investment in Livestock Sector
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has outlined a significant funding initiative for the region's livestock and dairy development, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming government land and improving departmental efficiency. According to...
Read More »Balochistan Chief Minister Commits to Workers’ Rights and Education on International Workers’ Day
On the eve of International Workers' Day, Chief Minister of Balochistan Mir Sarfaraz Bugti emphasized the government's commitment to enhancing workers' rights, technical education, and the overall welfare of laborers in the province. According to Di...
Read More »UN Human Rights Chief Raises Concerns Over Law Enforcement’s Response to University Protests in the U.S.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk expressed concerns on Tuesday about the forceful measures used by law enforcement to manage student protests on university campuses across the United States, highlighting the importance of safeguardin...
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