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Pakistan’s First Astronaut Heads to Space with China
A Pakistani payload specialist will fly aboard Shenzhou-24 in the first joint Chinese-foreign crewed mission, as Beijing pledges deeper space ties in the 75th year of diplomatic relations.
By: hammadkhaksar
1,200MW Chashma-5 Dome Installed Ahead of Schedule
The dome of Pakistan’s largest nuclear power plant is in place ahead of schedule, with the 1,200-megawatt Chashma-5 unit now expected to start producing electricity in September 2030.
By: hammadkhaksar
COP31: PM Shehbaz Lands in Antalya to Push Climate Action
The prime minister will address world leaders on Wednesday, pressing for climate finance for developing countries and faster clean-energy action.
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1,200MW Chashma-5 Milestone: PM Attends Dome Ceremony
PM Shehbaz Sharif attended the dome placement ceremony of the 1,200MW Chashma-5 nuclear plant in Mianwali, a milestone for clean, affordable power.
By: hammadkhaksar
Pakistan Launches Crypto Alliance to Shield Investors
The Virtual Assets Alliance of Pakistan was launched in Islamabad to protect crypto investors and raise cybersecurity awareness in the digital-assets market.
By: hammadkhaksar
One million flood-hit families get new homes in Sindh
Sindh has completed one million climate-resilient houses for flood victims, with a target of 2.1 million homes across 23 districts, the chief minister says.
By: hammadkhaksar
IHC lets lawyers meet Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi in jail
The Islamabad High Court has directed authorities to arrange one-hour meetings for the couple’s lawyers at Adiala Jail as appeals in the £190m case continue.
By: hammadkhaksar
Achakzai Sentenced to 10 Years in Traffic Cop Killing
The Balochistan High Court overturned Abdul Majeed Achakzai’s 2020 acquittal and ordered his immediate arrest, closing a nine-year legal battle.
By: hammadkhaksar
Pakistan ‘cautiously optimistic’ on US-Iran mediation
Pakistan’s army says it is ‘cautiously optimistic’ about mediation between the US and Iran, after the army chief visited Tehran twice this month.
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Tarbela T-5 Rockfall Floods Powerhouse — All Workers Safe, Work Halted
A weak rock mass gave way during excavation at the Tarbela Fifth Extension project on Monday, sending intake water into the tunnel and the under-construction powerhouse. Wapda says every worker was evacuated safely and the main tunnel is undamaged.
By: hammadkhaksar
Navy Takes Over Guard at Iqbal’s Mausoleum on His 149th Birth Anniversary
A smartly turned-out Pakistan Navy contingent formally assumed ceremonial guard duties at Mazar-e-Iqbal in Lahore on Monday, replacing the Punjab Rangers as the nation marked the 149th birth anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
By: hammadkhaksar
Dar to Open Margalla Dialogue Today as PM Flies to COP31 in Turkiye
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar will stay back in Islamabad today to inaugurate the two-day Margalla Dialogue 2026, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif travels to Turkiye for the COP31 climate summit.
By: hammadkhaksar
New Provinces Will Unite, Not Divide Pakistan: Sarwar
Senior politicians in Bahawalpur backed new provinces, saying the move would unite the country — but only after consultation and a Punjab Assembly vote.
By: hammadkhaksar
Contaminated Tea Sends 12 to Hospital in Larkana
Twelve people, including women and children, were taken to hospital in Larkana after drinking contaminated tea, with five women in critical condition.
By: hammadkhaksar
Islamabad LG Elections: 3,505 File Papers for 1,125 Seats
Nomination papers are in for Islamabad’s long-delayed local elections, with polling set for December 27 under a fresh Election Commission programme.
By: hammadkhaksar
Pakistan to Host ECO Ministers in Islamabad on Nov 15-16
Islamabad will host the 30th meeting of the ECO Council of Foreign Ministers on November 15-16, with Pakistan chairing the regional bloc for 2026-27.
By: hammadkhaksar
Pakistan Condemns Houthi Attack on Saudi Aramco Building
Pakistan has strongly condemned the Houthi attack on an Aramco administrative building in Riyadh, pledging full support for Saudi Arabia’s security and sovereignty.
By: hammadkhaksar
Khawaja Asif Backs 12 Provinces for Pakistan
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif says Pakistan could consider up to 12 provinces on administrative grounds, but there is no draft law, no map and no timetable yet.
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Water Floods Tarbela T-5 Tunnel, Work Suspended
All workers were safely evacuated after water rushed into the Tarbela 5th Extension powerhouse and tunnel on Monday, when a weak section of rock collapsed during excavation.
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Fire Engulfs Ginning Factory in Multan, No Lives Lost
A fire caused by a short circuit broke out at Azlan Textiles Mills in Multan on Monday, engulfing cotton and ginning machinery before Rescue 1122 firefighters brought it under control.
By: hammadkhaksar
FIA Offloads Man Flying to Germany on Fake Visa
The FIA offloaded a Chiniot resident at Lahore airport on Monday after his visit visa to Germany, allegedly bought for AED 42,000, turned out to be fake.
By: hammadkhaksar
Pakistan to Host Makkah Defence Alliance Talks Nov 26-27
Pakistan will host the third meeting of the Makkah Defence Alliance’s top committee in Islamabad later this month, diplomatic sources say, bringing together the foreign and defence ministers and military chiefs of Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia.
By: hammadkhaksar
PML-N Sweeps Gujranwala, Chichawatni By-Polls
The PML-N has won the by-elections in NA-77 Gujranwala and PP-203 Chichawatni, according to unofficial results, with party workers celebrating the twin victories.
By: hammadkhaksar
Shehbaz Briefs Nawaz on KP Security, Economic Reforms
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on PML-N President Nawaz Sharif at Jati Umra on Sunday and briefed him on the security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the government’s economic reforms.
By: hammadkhaksar
Youth loans now up to Rs25m as age limit falls to 18
The government has raised the youth loan ceiling and allocated Rs292 billion for 2026-27, with 30 per cent of the financing reserved for women applicants.
By: hammadkhaksar
Karachi Diwali Lights Up Message of Peace and Unity
The Pakistan Hindu Council’s Diwali celebration in Karachi brought diplomats, leaders and artists together for lights, music and interfaith harmony.
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No Leniency for Anti-State Speeches, Vandalism: Naqvi
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi warned of no leniency for anti-state speeches or vandalism as 983 Federal Constabulary personnel passed out in Shabqadar.
By: hammadkhaksar
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi Get Medical Check-Up in Adiala Jail
A court-ordered PIMS team examined Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi at Adiala Jail, checking his eye and dental health, with reports due in court.
By: hammadkhaksar
CSS 2027 Written Exam on January 27 Across 19 Cities
The FPSC has fixed January 27, 2027 for the CSS 2027 written examination, to be held in 19 cities with 12 papers, six of them compulsory.
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