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Global uncertainty and metal shortage drive gold and silver prices higher;
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
According to market experts, the ongoing shift by several countries from dollar reserves to metal-backed assets has further pushed precious metal prices upward.
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Pak: Systemic failures cripple Karachi fire brigade as probe exposes power
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
A probe into Karachi's fire brigade uncovered persistent power failures, water scarcity, manpower shortages, and the absence of proper communication systems, all of which are undermining emergency response across the city. These findings emerged days after at least 79 people were killed and
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Trump signs executive order threatening tariffs on nations supplying oil t
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Trump signed an order threatening tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, escalating pressure on Havana. Mexico paused shipments, calling it a sovereign decision. With Venezuelan oil halted, Cuba faces worsening shortages, as Washington hardens its stance and Havana rejects US pressur
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IMD forecasts more snow in Himachal Pradesh; commuters stranded as road tu
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh alert for widespread snowfall and rainfall across Himachal Pradesh, warning of continued disruption to daily life as commuters face severe problems due to slippery roads, traffic jams, and fuel shortages
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Jamaat-i-Islami warns of worsening flour crisis in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, sla
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
Jamaat-i-Islami Khyber Pakhtunkhwa North chief Inayatullah Khan on Sunday cautioned that the flour crisis in the province was deepening, with rates increasing almost every day, and appealed to both the federal and provincial governments to stop the situation from going out of hand, as repor
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Surge of returning refugees deepens shelter crisis in Afghanistan
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
Afghan officials stated that land is being distributed to returning refugees, with over 3,000 plots already allotted and aid accelerated. The Urban Development Ministry said over 2,800 families received land in several provinces. Returnees from Pakistan reported severe shelter shortages and
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Pakistan: Zero outages claim crumbles as citizens face hours of power cuts
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Lesco had stated that it was supplying uninterrupted electricity to all areas except those connected to feeders with significant line losses.
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Pakistan: Gas shortage triggers protests in Quetta amid severe cold
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Gas shortages during a harsh cold spell triggered protests in Quetta, Dawn reported. Residents blocked roads and burned tyres over low pressure and supply suspensions. Many areas faced outages beyond loadshedding hours, forcing people to use cylinders. Temperatures remained below zero in Que
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Displaced families appeal for shelter, aid as winter worsens in Kabul
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Internally displaced families in Kabul are struggling to survive winter in tents, citing lack of shelter and basic aid. They have urged authorities to provide land, food and assistance, while experts warn that inaction could worsen social and economic conditions.
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Chronic neglect leaves Pakistan's Mardan's children hospital in limbo desp
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
According to Dawn and officials, several wards are currently running out of the outpatient department as the main building meant to house specialised pediatric services is still incomplete. Financial constraints have stalled progress, despite repeated assurances from successive governments.
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Kabul commuters struggle as traffic congestion, bus shortages worsen
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Kabul residents are facing severe transport problems in the evenings due to road repairs, bus shortages and traffic congestion. Commuters wait for hours for buses they cannot find, while authorities say the issue worsens in winter and is temporary.
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Afghanistan: Power cuts deepen winter hardship for Kabul residents
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Prolonged power cuts in Kabul during winter have increased public hardship. Residents report irregular electricity supply affecting daily life and work. Experts blame reliance on imported power and weak infrastructure, while the national utility says steps are being taken to reduce outages.
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