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Pakistan's economic misery aiding terrorism and religious fanaticism
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
About 40 per cent of the people are below the poverty line in Pakistan. Poverty is the most fertile breeding ground for terrorism as evidenced in the country. Many of the misled suicide bombers who offered their services to the Jihadi organizations were prompted to do so due to frustration,
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Pakistanis in Europe face consequences of Anti-West protests back home
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Frequent street protests have taken place in the recent past against perceived Islamophobia which is vehemently debated and resolutions have been passed. In one such protest against France, the government was asked to expel the French ambassador and cut off trade ties. France and Sweden are
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Sweden shuts down embassy in Islamabad for security reasons
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
In the statement, the embassy said, "The Migration Section is not, at the moment, able to handle requests of any kind. Also, we cannot send any documents to our consulates, Gerry's, Sweden or your home address. We understand that this will cause inconvenience however, the safety of our appli
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Pakistan economic crisis continues as IMF bailout not in sight, Saudi Arab
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
"There is a very slim chance that Pakistan may be able to win Saudi Arabian support for the resumption of its IMF programme, but if it does, this will be a temporary respite," analyst Mosharraf Zaidi wrote in The News International last week. Saudi under Crown Prince, Prince Mohammed bin Sa
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Minorities becoming increasingly vulnerable in Pakistan; Balochis, Hindus,
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
According to studies, Christian girls suffer acid attacks from Muslim suitors in retaliation for rejection. In February 2023, Kamran Allahbux disfigured Sunita, his 19-year-old Christian neighbour, with acid after she declined a marriage proposal. Sunita's family tried for months to report K
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Over 2,800 Indian Sikh pilgrims reach Pakistan for Baisakhi
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
As per the details, the Sikh pilgrims will participate in the main event at Gurdwara Panja Sahib Hasan Abdal on April 14. During the visit, the pilgrims will visit Dera Sahib, Panja Sahib, Nankana Sahib and Kartarpur Sahib.
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Pak Cabinet decides to take up election funds matter in Parliament
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The Supreme Court last week directed the federal government to provide PKR 21 billion in funds by April 10 to the ECP, directing the electoral body to present a report on the issue by April 11, The Tribune reported.
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Election Commission of Pakistan unlikely to receive funds for Punjab polls
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is unlikely to receive the funds for holding polls in Punjab till tomorrow (April 10), as per the order of the Supreme Court in last week's verdict in the provincial elections delay case, Geo News wrote quoting sources. The ECP spokesperson also conf
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Peace and stability affected in Pakistan because of terrorists in Afghanis
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The concerns were raised during the National Security Council of Pakistan's 41st meeting on Friday in Islamabad. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif presided over the National Security Council of Pakistan's 41st meeting.
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International Monetary Fund deal is on track, says Pakistan Finance Minist
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
"We are now only awaiting the confirmation of a USD 1bn commitment from one friendly country. After that, all their requirements to conclude the staff-level agreement will be complete. Following that, it takes two more weeks to take the matter into the board meeting," he assured his people.
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Elections in Pakistan less likely after anti-terror operations announced
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The NSC's decision to launch a massive operation may further shrink the chances of elections in Punjab, two days after the government had categorically refused to implement the court order regarding May 14 polls, Dawn reported.
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There's a real danger that Pakistan could default on debt: US think tank
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
The cash-strapped nation is reeling with the repercussions of a deepening political crisis, which initially began in April last year when former prime minister Imran Khan was ousted through a vote of a no-confidence motion, and the derailment of the USD 6.5 billion International Monetary Fun
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