Climate Minister Malik cautions against weaponisation of water at global conference in Dushanbe

Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik addresses the Fourth High-Level International Conference on Water for Sustainable Development in Dushanbe on Tuesday. SCREENGRAB Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik on Tuesday warned that India’s reported move to place the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance could set a dangerous precedent for downstream countries across the world, cautioning that the…

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MQM-P demands release of Gul Plaza inquiry report

. KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) Senior leader Dr Farooq Sattar has approached the Sindh Information Commission seeking the release of the inquiry report and related official records of the Gul Plaza tragedy. Accompanied by Advocate Moshir Tariq Mansoor, Dr Sattar submitted an application to the commission requesting complete access to the inquiry commission’s report…

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Anmol’s hospital transfer put on hold

Security concerns and stable medical condition prompt jail authorities to postpone SIUT visit KARACHI: The planned transfer of alleged ‘Cocaine Queen’ Anmol alias Pinky to the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation (SIUT) for medical examination was postponed at the last moment on Tuesday, jail authorities confirmed. According to officials, Pinky complained of kidney-related discomfort,…

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Reports of anti-CM PTI bloc in K-P rejected

PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister Shafi Jan on Tuesday dismissed reports of PTI MPAs forming a group against Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, terming them “fabricated and baseless”. The statement came in response to media reports claiming that around 50 PTI MPAs had formed a bloc against the chief minister over dissatisfaction with his performance. Reports also…

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Prince Rahim wraps up Pakistan visit after high-level engagements with political leaders

During his visit, Prince Rahim expressed desire to continue cooperation in various human development initiatives Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, departed Pakistan on Tuesday after concluding his seven-day official visit, during which he held a series of meetings aimed at strengthening cooperation between the country and the Aga…

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Buyers allege cattle market extortion

LAHORE: With Eidul Azha around the corner, complaints of overcharging and extortion in Lahore’s cattle markets have mounted, with citizens and livestock traders saying they have been left at the mercy of contractors operating with impunity. From Shahpur Kanjran – Punjab’s largest permanent cattle market – to temporary sale points established across the city, buyers…

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Suspect arrested in 15 Hours after killing sister, husband in Karachi honour killing

Confesses to involvement in sister and brother-in-law’s murder, names accomplices KARACHI: The Karachi police arrested a suspect on Tuesday after a newly married couple’s honour killing in Malir Saudabad. A statement from the Korangi police spokesperson said the primary suspect was arrested within the limits of Sachal Police Station, adding that the motorcyclist who accompanied him during the attack remained at…

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Fire erupts at three points in Margalla Hills

ISLAMABAD: A fire broke out at three separate points in the Margalla Hills behind Sector F-5, prompting a large-scale response from the district administration, with more than 65 personnel engaged in firefighting operations. Officials said strong winds spread the fire to multiple locations, complicating efforts by rescue and firefighting teams. The district administration confirmed that…

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Match security shutdown sparks backlash

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan–Australia cricket matches at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium have turned into a major inconvenience for residents, as extensive security arrangements have resulted in the sealing of key public spaces, roads and commercial areas, drawing strong public backlash. The city’s historic and largest recreational spot, Allama Iqbal Park, has been completely sealed during all three…

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Supreme Court, FCC at odds over wedlock policy

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan and the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) have expressed conflicting views on the government’s wedlock policy. The SC has held that the policy creates a legitimate expectation for married civil servants that they will be accommodated, rather than being subjected to arbitrary deviation from the policy without any rhyme or…

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