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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

Security Plan Tightened Ahead of PTI March

More than 43,200 personnel will be deployed across the Rawalpindi division for the PTI long march on September 27, with around 120 blocking points identified. Police have also prepared a special security plan for additional forces arriving from other districts. Instead of reporting to Police Lines, personnel will proceed directly to designated residences, schools and marriage halls for accommodation. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Uncategorized

Commercial Market Work Disrupts Visitors and Traders

Incomplete work on Rawalpindi’s Commercial Market pedestrian street is causing traffic, parking and access problems for visitors and traders. Construction was halted last month due to rains and has yet to resume. Traders say customers are avoiding the market because of dug-up roads and dust. RMC officials said over 75% of the project is complete and the remaining work should take another month. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Iraq's PM Al Zaidi sets out 'vision' to reform country

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi has offered his country as a “bridge for dialogue” and a centre for energy production, as he set out his goals for Iraq’s future at the UN General Assembly. Addressing the assembly for the first time since taking office in May, Mr Al Zaidi touted his efforts to reform an Iraq that has endured many years as an “arena of war and conflict”. “Iraq, perhaps more than others, has experienced wars and the damage they cause. We have lived through the conditions they create… Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Trump and Xi Turn to History After White House Summit

US President Donald Trump is set to accompany Chinese President Xi Jinping to the US National Archives following their White House summit. The visit is expected to highlight the history and evolution of US-China relations. While the summit produced limited visible breakthroughs, both leaders pointed to trade progress and artificial intelligence as areas for cooperation. Taiwan remained a key point of disagreement between Washington and Beijing. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

PM Says Pakistan Economy Stabilising as Growth Resumes

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan’s economy had stabilised and was moving towards growth while inviting US-based Pakistani business leaders to invest in the country. Speaking at a UN General Assembly meeting, he highlighted structural reforms and identified agriculture, mining, IT, artificial intelligence and energy as key investment areas. He also stressed that regional peace was essential for stronger business and investment ties. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Netanyahu Cuts US Visit Short Amid Security Warnings

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shortened his upcoming New York visit, planning to address the UN General Assembly before returning to Israel the same day. Israeli media reported that security officials advised against a longer stay following recent assessments. His revised schedule also excludes a planned Texas stop and a meeting with US President Donald Trump. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Uncategorized

Pakistan’s Middle Class Faces a Quiet Economic Squeeze

Pakistan’s middle class is increasingly bearing the cost of unreliable public services and rising living expenses. Families are adjusting household spending, paying for private healthcare and education, and cutting back on essentials as electricity, transport and food become more expensive. The pressure is gradually eroding savings, delaying major decisions and making overseas opportunities increasingly attractive to younger Pakistanis. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Entertainment

Saba Faisal Draws Backlash Over Divorce Remarks

Actor Saba Faisal has sparked criticism after discussing changing attitudes toward divorce during a television appearance. She argued that women today recover from divorce more quickly and recalled a time when families treated divorce as a major source of distress. Her remarks, including comments about women competing with husbands, prompted renewed debate about traditional expectations surrounding marriage and divorced women. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Dar Urges Global Action Over Palestine Crisis

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has urged urgent international attention to the situation in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, citing continued ceasefire violations, settler violence and annexation policies. Speaking at an OIC meeting in New York, he called for stronger diplomatic support for Palestinians and welcomed mediation efforts by the US, Egypt, Qatar and Türkiye to advance the Gaza peace process. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Paramount Deal Clears Major Legal Hurdle

Paramount Skydance has cleared a major legal obstacle to its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery after reaching settlements with US states and the Writers Guild of America. The agreement includes commitments on domestic film production, theatrical releases and news oversight. The deal moves the companies closer to completing one of Hollywood’s largest-ever media mergers, while critics warn of industry-wide effects. Read More…

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