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Fri, November 22, 2024
Pakistan
Source: The Economic Times
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Announces Privatization Of All State-Owned Enterprises

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the decision to privatize all state-owned enterprises, with the exception of strategically important entities. This announcement came during a review meeting in Islamabad, where the Prime Minister emphasized that all enterprises, whether profitable or loss-making, will be privatized, excluding strategic state-owned enterprises. What’s the impact of privatization? During the […]

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Source: Arab News Pakistan
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AJK Govt Announces Subsidies On Flour, Electricity After Violent Protests

The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has conceded to public pressure, announcing a reduction in the prices of electricity and flour following days of violent protests. According to media reports, the decision follows approval of demands put forth by the Jammu Kashmir Awami Action Committee (JAAC). Flour fight ends! AJK lowers prices The price […]

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Source: Samaa TV
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PPP Calls For Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s Image On Pakistani Currency Notes

The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has called on the federal government to declare its founder, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, a national democratic hero. The resolution was passed during a recent seminar and comes after the Supreme Court acknowledged that Bhutto’s trial, which resulted in his execution in 1979, was unfair. Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s picture on notes? […]

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Source: Dawn
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Why Did PM Shehbaz Sharif Declare ‘Education Emergency’ Across Pakistan?

Pakistan has boldly declared an “Education Emergency” in a bid to tackle the staggering issue of 26 million children being out of school. This ambitious move by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif aims to not only get these kids back in classrooms but also propel Pakistan into becoming “one of the most educated societies in the […]

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Source: Wikipedia
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Over A Dozen Pairs Of Shoes Stolen From Parliament House Mosque In Islamabad

Confusion and frustration reigned at the Parliament House Mosque on Friday after worshippers, including journalists, discovered their shoes missing after Jumma prayers. Reports claim at least twenty pairs of footwear vanished into thin air. Eyewitnesses reported leaving their shoes in the designated area and returning to find them gone. Mosque security, which should have been […]

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Source: Global Village Space
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CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz Criticized For Distributing McDonald’s Meals Amid Gaza Crisis

Earlier this week, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s recent visit to Murree has stirred controversy after photos and videos surfaced online showing her distributing McDonald’s burgers to schoolchildren. While intended as a kind gesture, the move has ignited criticism aimed both at the CM and the fast-food chain. Happy Meal, unhappy hearts The controversy stems […]

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Source: Daily Sabah/Business Recorder
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President Zardari, Mohsin Naqvi Announce To Forego Salaries Amidst Economic Challenges

President Asif Ali Zardari’s decision to forgo his presidential salary amidst economic challenges facing Pakistan sends a powerful message of solidarity and fiscal responsibility. In a time where every penny counts towards stabilizing the nation’s economy, such gestures from political leaders resonate profoundly. The official announcements on X The official account of the Pakistan Peoples […]

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Source: Samaa TV
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Shehbaz Sharif For PM, Asif Zardari For President As PML-N & PPP Agree On Power-Sharing Formula

In a significant political development, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has announced the formation of a coalition government between PPP and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), with Shehbaz Sharif of PML-N poised to assume the role of Prime Minister of Pakistan once again. PPP and PML-N: a new hope or more of the same? […]

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Source: The Nation
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PML-N, PPP Discuss ‘Power-Sharing Formula’ To Form A Coalition Government

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) are considering a power-sharing formula to form a coalition government in the Centre and provinces. The idea of having prime ministers from their respective parties for a three and two-year term respectively was discussed during their first meeting on Sunday after the February 8 […]

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Source: The Express Tribune
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PDM 2.0: A Promising Path Or Political Deja Vu For Pakistan?

In a recent development, the crucial meeting between the leadership of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in Lahore marks a significant development in the country’s political landscape. Amidst growing concerns over political instability following the general elections, the elders of both parties have principally agreed to cooperate in efforts to save […]

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