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Hesson points how Babar could return to T20Is following Asia Cup omission
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Babar has not featured in the shortest format for Pakistan since the end of last year, and the right-hander was recently left out of the side's squad for the upcoming tri-series against UAE and Afghanistan and next month's Asia Cup.
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Afghanistan's healthcare system on verge of collapse amid aid cuts, facili
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Afghanistan's healthcare system is on the brink of collapse following the Taliban's takeover, as the international aid which previously supported medical services in the country has been almost cut off, Khaama Press reported.
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Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 strikes Afghanistan
Updated : 7 months ago IST
As per the statement, the earthquake took place at a shallow depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.
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Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM vows to secure "honourable release" of Imr
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Ali Amin Gandapur vowed to secure the "honourable release" of PTI founder Imran Khan, criticising state "oppression" and pledging to continue the struggle. Addressing a rally, he called for peace, better ties with Afghanistan, and announced Paharpur's upgrade to distric
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Pakistan steps up crackdown on undocumented Afghan migrants
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Pakistani police in Peshawar have detained numerous undocumented Afghan migrants during intensified operations, seizing weapons and narcotics. The crackdown follows suspended visa renewals and targets those without legal status. Rights groups and the UNHCR warn the measures are worsening Afg
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Former Afghan President Karzai condemns alleged Pakistani airstrike in Nur
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai condemned a reported Pakistani airstrike in Nuristan, urging respect for Afghanistan's sovereignty and international law. Taliban authorities remain silent, while reports suggest the strike may have targeted TTP positions, further straining Kabul-Islamaba
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Fifteen million primary-age girls out of school globally due to gender dis
Updated : 7 months ago IST
15 million primary-age girls around the world are currently out of school, as systemic gender discrimination continues to hinder equal access to education for girls and young women globally, a new report by UN Women revealed on Wednesday.
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Pakistan steps up crackdown on undocumented Afghan migrants in Peshawar
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Pakistani authorities have ramped up a sweeping crackdown against undocumented Afghan migrants in Peshawar, detaining large numbers of individuals without valid legal documents, Khaama Press reported, citing local officials.
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Pakistan forms joint committee to expedite Afghan PoR card repatriation
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Pakistan has formed a joint committee of police and intelligence agencies to identify and repatriate Afghan nationals holding PoR cards. The plan includes voluntary returns starting immediately, formal deportations from September 1, transit arrangements, complaint redressal, and monitoring t
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UN warns Afghan women face "increasingly untenable" situation and risk rem
Updated : 7 months ago IST
UN Women warns that Afghan women face worsening restrictions, risking exclusion from public life. Dozens of UN female staff were threatened in May, while women activists urge the Islamic Emirate to allow education and work opportunities. Many women struggle to earn livelihoods under ongoing
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Over 30,000 "illegal Afghans" repatriated from Pakistan's Quetta
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Over 30,000 illegal Afghan nationals have been sent back from Quetta division to Afghanistan since July 31. Authorities are conducting daily operations to repatriate remaining undocumented Afghans, involving local leaders and ensuring special care for women and children during the process, o
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UNICEF launches vocational training for 200 Afghan girls amid education ba
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
UNICEF launched a six-month vocational training in Herat for 200 girls aged 15-25 deprived of education. The program, supported by Japan, teaches sewing and carpet weaving to empower Afghan girls amid ongoing restrictions, says Khaama Press.
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