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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 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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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Al Zaidi asks world to 'invest with Iraq'

Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi issued an appeal to invest in Iraq as he told the UN General Assembly of his push to stamp out corruption and lift the economy. "Here from the United Nations we say to the world: invest with Iraq. Iraq has resources, markets, a good location and the necessary will to build a new economy," he said. Mr Al Zaidi said his vision was for a strong state and "a diversified and modern economy". Iraqi authorities have made dozens of arrests in a series of startling… 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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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

LHC Declines Immediate Relief for Imran Khan’s Sisters

The Lahore High Court on Thursday declined to immediately suspend the preventive detention orders against Dr Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi, sisters of PTI founder Imran Khan. The two were detained for 30 days under the Punjab Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance. Their counsel challenged the orders, arguing the sisters were non-political and lacked grounds for detention. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

KP CM Defends Protest Ahead of PTI March

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi defended PTI’s planned September 27 march to Islamabad, calling peaceful protest a constitutional right. He alleged attacks and abductions involving provincial ministers and warned that routes connecting KP with the rest of Pakistan would be closed. The federal authorities have also announced security measures ahead of the planned mobilisation. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Bangladesh Garment Sector Faces Growing Energy Strain

Bangladesh’s garment industry is facing worsening gas and power shortages, disrupting production and orders at many factories. A recent survey found widespread production cuts and buyer cancellations. However, 4A Yarn Dyeing has continued operating by generating much of its own electricity, including through solar power. Rising diesel prices are nevertheless increasing production costs and adding pressure on the major export sector. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Business

Basra Faces Economic Strain as Oil Exports Falter

Iraq’s oil hub Basra is facing mounting economic pressure as disruptions to Gulf oil exports reduce activity across the city. Workers and contractors report layoffs, pay cuts and fewer jobs, while oil trucks remain idle as storage fills. With crude accounting for most of Iraq’s foreign revenue, the disruption has highlighted the country’s heavy dependence on oil exports through the Gulf. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

North Korea Launches Ballistic Missile Into East Sea

North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the East Sea on Sunday, South Korea’s military said, prompting heightened surveillance by Seoul and coordination with the United States and Japan. The launch came days after Pyongyang reaffirmed its nuclear-armed status and rejected a UN nuclear watchdog resolution calling for an end to its nuclear activities. Japan also confirmed the launch. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

Aleema Khan Detained as PTI Faces Action Ahead of Protest

PTI said Sunday that party founder Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan had been detained after Lahore’s deputy commissioner ordered her arrest or detention for 30 days under the Maintenance of Public Order law. The order also named Muhammad Ameer and cited concerns over public safety and order. The development comes ahead of PTI’s planned September 27 nationwide protest. Read More…

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