PAKISTAN: The federal government is moving towards closing utility stores nationwide, a move expected to severely impact millions of low-income families who have long relied on discounted essential goods. This follows the government’s decision to halt a Rs50 billion subsidy, which previously offered significant relief to around 26 million deserving households. During a recent Senate …

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Eleven policemen were martyred and seven were injured as a result of an ambush by riverine dacoits in the Machka area of Punjab’s Rahim Yar Khan on Thursday, police said. Bahawalpur Regional Police Officer (RPO) Rai Babar Saeed confirmed to Dawn.com that “11 personnel were martyred and seven were injured in the attack.” A statement from the …

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The Pakistan Navy has extended the registration period for recruitment in various branches until August 25, 2024. This opportunity is open to young individuals interested in pursuing a career in the Navy. The registration process is being conducted both at Navy recruitment centers and online through the official Pakistan Navy website. Those interested are encouraged …

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Tim Walz formally accepted his nomination to be the Democratic Party’s vice presidential candidate in a keynote address on Wednesday, professing his love for his country. “It’s the honor of my life to accept your nomination for vice president of the United States. What all we’re all here tonight for one beautiful, simple reason. We …

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The Portuguese footballer’s launch broke the world record for fastest YouTube channel to hit one million subscribers. Cristiano Ronaldo has recently made headlines by launching his own YouTube channel named “UR.” The channel broke records by reaching over one million subscribers in just under five hours, making it the fastest-growing YouTube channel in history. Ronaldo …

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A tragic bus accident occurred in central Iran on the night of August 20, 2024, resulting in the deaths of at least 28 Pakistani pilgrims and injuries to 23 others. The bus was en route to Iraq for the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage, a significant Shiite Muslim event. The accident took place near the city of …

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Holiday announced to mark urs of Sufi poet Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai’s On August 20, 2024, there will be a public holiday in the Sindh province of Pakistan. This holiday is in observance of the annual Urs of the revered Sufi poet, Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. The Urs is a significant cultural and spiritual event …

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Recent reports of a widespread cyberattack on ATMs in Pakistan have been circulating, but authorities have clarified that these reports are not accurate. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and 1LINK, which manages the country’s ATM network, have both issued statements reassuring the public that ATM services and online banking systems are operating normally. These …

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In the wake of countrywide internet disruptions and speculation over firewall installations, State Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Sunday termed reports suggesting that the government was throttling the internet as “completely false”. On Thursday, Khawaja said that the government had ordered the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and other relevant bodies to submit a report after citizens …

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While there has been no confirmation on the return of Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, reports claim that Williams is facing an eyesight issue. NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has recently undergone a series of eye and hearing tests while aboard the International Space Station (ISS). These tests are part of routine health monitoring for astronauts …

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