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Security operation in Balochistan leaves dozens dead

Pakistan’s military said Sunday that more than 71 militants had been killed during security operations in Balochistan over the past 96 hours. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said forces acted on intelligence reports and targeted hideouts in Shaban and surrounding areas. According to the statement, troops also recovered weapons, ammunition and explosives during the operation. ISPR described those targeted as militants allegedly backed by India and Afghanistan. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Floods and landslides leave dozens dead in region

Heavy rains triggered floods and landslides across northern India and Nepal, killing at least 68 people over three days, officials said Sunday. Uttar Pradesh reported 56 deaths and more than 1,000 damaged homes, while Nepal recorded 12 fatalities and seven people missing since Thursday. The disasters come weeks after catastrophic flooding in Nepal killed more than 1,400 people. Scientists have linked increasingly extreme South Asian weather to rising temperatures and changing climate patterns. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Sports

Pakistan makes strong start at Asian Games

Pakistan began its Asian Games campaign strongly on Sunday, defeating Kazakhstan 3-1 in men’s volleyball. Murad Khan led the scoring with 21 points as Pakistan secured an early advantage in Pool A. In squash, Noor Zaman defeated compatriot Mohammad Ashab Irfan 3-0 in the men’s singles bronze-medal playoff. The result kept Pakistan’s medal tally at four bronze medals at the Aichi-Nagoya Games. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Assefa misses world record after late Berlin fade

Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa narrowly missed the women’s marathon world record at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday after fading late despite running at record pace for much of the race. She finished in 2:11:04, setting a personal and course record, but crossed the line visibly struggling and received medical treatment. Bedatu Hirpa and Dera Dida completed an Ethiopian podium. Guye Adola won the men’s race in 2:02:50. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Swiss voters weigh future of country’s neutrality

Swiss voters went to the polls Sunday on a proposal seeking to strengthen the country’s traditional neutrality by defining it more strictly in the constitution. The initiative, backed by the pro-sovereignty Pro Switzerland group, would require neutrality to remain armed and permanent while limiting military alliances. Supporters say it would protect Switzerland’s long-standing position, while opponents argue it could restrict foreign policy options and closer cooperation with NATO. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

China urges respect for sovereignty of Gulf states, Middle Eastern countries

China’s Vice President Han Zheng told the UN General Assembly on Saturday that “the world wants peace, not war,” urging respect for the sovereignty and security of Middle Eastern countries, including Gulf states. Mr Han called for global trade and supply chains to remain “stable and unimpeded” as he warned against protectionism. “Protectionism produces no winners,” he said adding, “Building walls, erecting barriers, decoupling, and cutting off supply chains disrupt global industrial and supply chains and harm the interests of all parties.” Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

PTI MPA Sardar Riaz Allegedly Abducted in Kohistan

The family of PTI MPA Sardar Riaz from Kolai-Palas alleged that armed men intercepted his vehicle and abducted him and three companions on Friday. His vehicle was later found abandoned along the Karakoram Highway. Family members and PTI workers urged police to register a case and ensure the lawmaker’s recovery. Authorities had not provided further details about the alleged incident. Read More…

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Fake Security Alert Triggers Evacuation of KP Offices

A security alert regarding a possible threat to mosques at the Civil Secretariat during Friday prayers triggered the evacuation of several government offices in Peshawar. Employees hurriedly left their workplaces after receiving the alert. Chief Minister Sohail Afridi later dismissed the threat as fake, saying the scare was intended to spread panic. Several departments reportedly remained largely deserted after the warning. Read More…

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LUMS Hosts Major Asian Studies Conference in Lahore

The Association for Asian Studies-in-Asia conference opened at LUMS on Friday, bringing around 1,200 speakers from 37 countries for a three-day event. Themed “Centering Asia: Refiguring Connections, Re-charting Futures,” the conference features 323 panels covering culture, politics, development, knowledge and Asia’s global connections, alongside exhibitions, cultural events and discussions on heritage and climate change. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

LHC Seeks Reply on Aleema Khan’s Detention Plea

The Lahore High Court has sought a response from Punjab’s home secretary on a petition challenging the 30-day detention of PTI founder Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan under the MPO Ordinance. The court issued the notice after the government said a review hearing was already scheduled. Aleema’s lawyer also raised concerns about her access to medicines and essential items in jail. Read More…

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