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Fri, November 22, 2024
Pakistan
Source: Islamabad Post/The News International
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“If Needed, Govt Has The Power To Block Social Media Platforms Again”, Khawaja Asif

As Pakistani authorities intensify their efforts to bring the May 9 vandals to justice, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has stated that the government retains the power to block social media platforms, a measure that can be implemented at any given time. This announcement comes in response to the destructive actions carried out by supporters of […]

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Source: The Mint
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After India’s Invitation, PM Shehbaz Sharif To Attend SCO Meeting Virtually Next Month

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting, which will be held virtually on July 4 in New Delhi. The virtual SCO meeting The decision to switch to a virtual format was made by India, although no official reasons were provided. However, reports suggest that the physical attendance […]

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Source: Dawn/Daily Sabah
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Federal Government Announces To Extend Eid-ul-Adha Holidays To Four Days

In a recent development, the federal government has decided to extend the Eid ul Adha holidays to four days. The holidays are now set to begin on June 28th and conclude on July 1st. A “longer” weekend? Initially, the government had announced a three-day holiday period from June 29th to July 1st. However, with the […]

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Source: Business Recorder/Dawn
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Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial To Retire In September, Justice Qazi Faez Isa To Take His Place

President Arif Alvi, on Wednesday, named Justice Qazi Faez Isa as Pakistan’s next chief justice, succeeding the incumbent Justice Umar Ata Bandial upon his retirement on September 17. Justice Qazi Faez Isa, a seasoned senior judge of the Supreme Court, has been appointed to lead the country’s highest judicial institution. The official announcement: صدر مملکت […]

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Source: Mandi Bahauddin
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Government Approves 3-Day Public Holiday In Celebration Of Eid-Ul-Adha 2023

The government has officially sanctioned a three-day holiday in celebration of Eid ul Adha, set to be observed on June 29, according to a statement released by the Cabinet Division. Pakistan to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha on June 29th The announcement came after the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee confirmed the sighting of the Zil Hajj moon in Pakistan, […]

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Source: Shell Pakistan
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Shell Petroleum Company Announces To Sell Its Stake & Exit Pakistan Unit

Shell Pakistan (SHEL.PSX) has announced that its parent company, Shell Petroleum Company (SPCo), will be divesting its 77% shareholding in the company, signaling its exit from Pakistan. The decision comes after SPCo faced losses in 2022 due to various factors such as exchange rate fluctuations, the devaluation of the Pakistani rupee, and overdue receivables. Simultaneously, […]

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Source: Geo.tv
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London Police Releases Social Media Activist Adil Raja On Bail Hours After Arrest

YouTuber Major (retd) Adil Raja, who was arrested by British police on suspicions of encouraging acts of terrorism inside Pakistan, has been released just hours after his arrest, his lawyer confirmed on Wednesday. Also read: PPP’s Asif Ali Zardari Claims He Can Boost Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves To $100 Billion Mahtab Aziz, speaking at a […]

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Source: Dawn
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PPP’s Asif Ali Zardari Claims He Can Boost Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves To $100 Billion

The Co-chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), Asif Ali Zardari, has expressed confidence in his ability to address Pakistan’s economic crisis and boost the country’s foreign exchange reserves to $100 billion. Zardari claims that his extensive reading on the subject of economy during his time in jail has equipped him with the knowledge needed […]

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Source: Business Recorder
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PPP Announces “Unelected” Murtaza Wahab As Its Nominee For Karachi Mayor

In a surprising move, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in Sindh has chosen an unelected candidate for the position of Karachi mayor. On Monday, PPP announced Murtaza Wahab, the spokesperson for the provincial government, as its nominee for the top slot. This decision has raised eyebrows and sparked debates among political analysts and citizens alike. […]

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Source: The News International
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Pak Suzuki Urges Govt Not To Impose Additional Taxes/Duties In Upcoming Budget

Pak Suzuki Motor Company Ltd (PSMCL), the leading manufacturer of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles in Pakistan, has made a fervent appeal to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, urging him to reconsider imposing additional duties and taxes in the upcoming budget for the fiscal year 2023-24. The company has highlighted the challenges it has faced […]

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