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Pakistan launches privatisation of three major DISCOs

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Government of Pakistan has formally launched the privatization process for three major electricity distribution companies (DISCOs), inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from local and international investors. The move is being described as one of the most significant reforms in Pakistan’s power sector, as the government plans to sell 51% to 100% […]

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Azad Kashmir cities to get Safe City project soon: IG Police

Kashmir, Must Read / Kashif Zia

MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has decided to establish a Safe City project in all three divisional headquarters in the state. As per details, the central control room will be established in Muzaffarabad with the cooperation of the Punjab Safe Cities Authority. While talking with reporters, Inspector General of Police Captain

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PMDC announces MDCAT 2026 exam date

Education, Must Read / Areeba

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially announced the date of the mandatory examination, MDCAT, for admission to medical and dental colleges. According to a notification issued by the PMDC, the MDCAT exams will be held simultaneously across the country on August 16. According to the official notification, the exam syllabus

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World Cup: Iran team leaves for Turkey for a friendly and apply for US visas

Must Read, Sports / Tahir Chaudhary

LONDON (Kashmir English): Iran’s national football team left for Turkey on Monday to play a final friendly match and apply for US visas for the 2026 World Cup, Iranian media reported. The team plan to fly to the United States and participate in the tournament despite co-host United States having launched a war against

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Two Greats: Will Messi and Ronaldo meet in FIFA World Cup quarter-finals on July 11?

Must Read, Sports / Tahir Chaudhary

PARIS (Kashmir English): Lionel Messi’s career seemed complete in 2022 after he lifted the trophy for Argentina at the FIFA World Cup, but the motivation to keep playing is still there for him and his great rival Cristiano Ronaldo as the duo prepare to make history at this year’s global event in North America.

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Qalat: Attempt to block Rodengo Crossing, burn trailers foiled, two terrorists killed

Must Read, Pakistan / Tahir Chaudhary

QALAT, Pakistan (Kashmir English): An attempt by terrorists to block the road and burn trailers in Qalat was foiled, security forces said on Monday, also killing two terrorists and recovered two motorcycles and heavy weapons. Security forces received intelligence that miscreants were present at Rodengo Crossing who intend to block the road, upon which

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Umar Gul clears air on reports of altercation with Shaheen Afridi

Must Read, Sports / Kashif Zia

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Pakistan Test team bowling coach Umar Gul has denied reports circulating on social media regarding an alleged altercation with fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, clarifying that the viral video was completely misunderstood. Speaking at a press conference after Day 3 of the second Bangladesh Test, Umar Gul said he came across a

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Election campaign for AJK polls to end at midnight on August 1

Election 2026: AJK Election Commission dismisses reports of changes in constituencies

Kashmir, Must Read / Kashif Zia

MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Monday rejected the claims circulating on social media that changes have been made to constituencies for the general election 2026. Several reports suggested that new constituencies have been established in Leepa Valley, Chakar, Hattian Bala, and Khuiratta, while changes have also been made in

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PMD issues heatwave advisory for next week

NDMA issues high-level heatwave alert for parts of country

Must Read, Weather / Kashif Zia

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday issued a high-level heatwave alert for the southern and central parts of Pakistan from May 19 to 26. The weather alert warned that Sindh, South Punjab, and Eastern Balochistan are likely to experience dangerously high temperatures, exceeding 42°C in the coming days. The National Emergencies

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