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TikTok, NDMA to jointly combat misinformation during floods in Pakistan

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  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): TikTok has announced the launch of a dedicated search guide aimed to help users in Pakistan access verified and up-to-date information during the ongoing monsoon flood season, the social media platform announced on Tuesday. The move is part of the social media platform’s broader efforts to curb the spread of misinformation […]

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Pakistan to send 200 tons of humanitarian aid to Palestine

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ISLAMABAD (APP): Pakistan is set to dispatch 200 tons of humanitarian aid for Palestinians via chartered cargo flights routed through Jordan and Egypt, following directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The Prime Minister has assigned Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik, Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), to arrange two chartered aircraft, each carrying

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Govt announces Rs80,000 subsidy on electric bikes

Electric bikes to be offered on easy two-year installments under new Govt scheme

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ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): In a move to promote eco-friendly transportation and reduce reliance on imported fuel, the federal government has decided to provide 116,000 electric bikes to citizens on two-year installment plans. According to official sources, the installment and subsidy scheme for electric bikes is in its final stages. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected

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Petrol, diesel prices expected to rise in Pakistan

Petrol prices in Pakistan expected to drop from August 1

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ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): In welcome news for consumers, the petrol prices in Pakistan is expected to go down starting August 1, 2025, due to falling global oil prices and stable exchange rates. This development comes after back-to-back increases in July that had sparked public concern. According to media reports, the petrol prices in Pakistan may

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Muhammad Aurangzeb heads to US to finalise major trade agreement

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ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has left for the United States once again, this time to seal the final terms of a highly anticipated bilateral trade agreement. This marks his second trip to Washington in two weeks, reflecting the urgency and importance of the negotiations. The trip comes after Foreign Minister Ishaq

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PIA to start special Arbaeen flight operation from August 8

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  Karachi (Kashmir English): Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will launch a special flight operation for pilgrims traveling to Iraq for Arbaeen. Local media reported on Monday, citing official sources, that the operation will begin on August 8, with flights from Pakistan to Najaf scheduled until August 11. Special Arbaeen flights between August 18 and 23

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Cardiovascular diseases emerge as leading cause of death in Pakistan

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  SUKKUR (Kashmir English): Cardiovascular disease has emerged as the leading cause of deaths in Pakistan, making up almost 30 percent of the total fatalities, according to media report on Monday. It said cardiovascular issues claim nearly 400,000 lives annually, accounting for over 30% of all fatalities. Alarmed by the rising crisis, health experts and

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Pakistan, Turkiye call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

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ANKARA (Kashmir English): Pakistan and Turkiye have jointly called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, expressing serious concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in the region. The matter was discussed during a telephonic discussion between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The two leaders strongly

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Fresh monsoon spell begins today as Pakistan braces for potential flooding

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  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast another spell of widespread rain, wind, and thundershowers across the country beginning July 28 (today), as monsoon currents continue to affect upper and central parts of Pakistan. These currents are likely to intensify in the coming days, while a fresh westerly wave is expected

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Children account for almost half of over 270 monsoon deaths in Pakistan

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  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Almost half of the over 270 deaths linked to heavier-than-normal this year’s monsoon rains were children, according to the reports. Children in most part of the country are on their annual school holidays. The officials said that most of the deaths occurred in Punjab, the most populous province, where monsoon rainfall

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