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Rafale down: China’s J-10C steals the show in Pakistan–India dogfight
Malay Mail
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August 3, 2025
ISLAMABAD, Aug 3 — Just after midnight on May 7, the screen in the Pakistan Air Force’s operations room lit up in red with the positions of dozens of active enemy planes across the border in India. Air Chief Mshl. Zaheer Sidhu had been sleeping on...
Pakistan, Iran vow to strengthen defence ties
Dunya News
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ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Iranian Minister of Defence Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh on Saturday called on Defence Minister Khawaja Asif during his official visit. The two ministers discussed matters of mutual interest, including regional...
Enhancing legal aid access
Business Recorder
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August 2, 2025
EDITORIAL: In a significant move, the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan (LJCP), under the leadership of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, has announced its decision to expand the free legal aid facility across all levels of the judiciary – a...
Pakistan’s July inflation rises to 4.1 pc amid fuel, food price hikes
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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August 2, 2025
Islamabad [Pakistan], August 2 (ANI): Pakistan's inflation surged to 4.1 per cent in July, driven primarily by rising costs of non-perishable food items and the Pakistani government-administered increases in energy tariffs, The Express Tribune...
Pakistan govt invites public feedback on National Housing Policy 2025
ARY News
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August 2, 2025
ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Saturday invited citizens to share their opinions and feedback on the Draft National Housing Policy 2025, as part of a newly launched Digital Public-Private Dialogue (PPD) initiative. The Ministry of Housing...
Nawaz, Maryam welcome Iranian President
Daily Times
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August 2, 2025
President Pakistan Muslim League-N, Muhammad Nawaz Sharif had an enthusiastic handshake with the President of Islamic Republic of Iran H.E Masoud Pezeshkian, while welcoming him along with Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif at Lahore...
Populists will break the law to halt migration unless we change it
The Times
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It’s even worse than JD Vance implied. The American vice-president said at a conference last week that Europe was committing “civilisational suicide” through mass migration, an inflow altering the continent’s demographics, culture and cohesion....
Big Win for Pakistan in Asian Boxing Board
Daily Times
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August 2, 2025
Pakistan has once again asserted its presence on the international sports stage as Muhammad Khalid Mahmood outclassed his Indian rival to win a prestigious seat on the Asian Boxing Board of Directors (South Asia)—delivering a proud moment in the...
Romania offers Constanta Port as gateway for Pakistani exports to Europe
Daily Times
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August 2, 2025
Romania has proposed the use of its Port of Constanta to provide Pakistan direct access to European markets via the Black Sea and Danube River. The initiative was welcomed by Islamabad, calling it a viable step toward diversifying Pakistan’s...
Pakistan, Romania eye stronger trade, strategic cooperation
Associated Press of Pakistan
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August 2, 2025
- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Aug 02 (APP): Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Romanian Ambassador Dan Stoenescu held a productive meeting in Islamabad, discussing enhanced cooperation in trade, logistics, defense, energy, and...
Pakistan’s energy potential in spotlight amid U.S. interest in Indus basin
Profit by Pakistan Today
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August 2, 2025
ISLAMABAD: Speculation about Pakistan’s underground oil and gas wealth has recently intensified, especially after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on social media that Pakistan and the United States are collaborating on a major project to...
Karachi Police book 8 suspects under terror, murder charges for gunning down senior lawyer
Dawn
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August 2, 2025
The Darakshan Police on Saturday registered a case against eight nominated suspects under terrorism and murder charges for killing senior lawyer Khawaja Shamsul Islam and critically injuring his young son inside a mosque in Karachi’s Defence...
Arbabi proposes joint border free zone between Iran, Pakistan
Daily Times
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August 2, 2025
A high-level Iranian delegation led by Reza Masrour, Secretary of the Supreme Council of Free Trade, Industrial and Special Economic Zones on Saturday visited the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) and held a productive meeting with...
With eyes on trade elevation, Iran’s president lands in capital
Daily Times
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August 2, 2025
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian landed in Islamabad on Saturday for a two-day visit, eyeing to reaffirm his commitment to elevate annual bilateral trade with Pakistan. Pakistan has recently expressed solidarity and a desire for cooperation with...
Anyone who dares attack India will not be spared, not even in ‘Pataal Lok’: PM
The Kashmir Monitor
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August 2, 2025
Varanasi- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday invoked Lord Shiva’s ‘Rudra roop’ (fierce form) to describe India’s resolute action against terrorism, saying Operation Sindoor showcased the country’s strength to the world and delivered a clear...
Pakistan and China reaffirm strategic ties, pledge deeper cooperation in CPEC and beyond
The Nation
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August 2, 2025
Pakistan and China have reiterated their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during a meeting between Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong in Beijing on Saturday. Ahsan Iqbal expressed gratitude...
Pakistan Steps Up Third Wave of Afghan Migrant Deportations
TOLONews
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The Pakistani government has intensified the third phase of the forced deportation of Afghan migrants. Most recently, following the provinces of Sindh and Punjab, the deportation process has also accelerated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A statement from...
Pakistan to set up dedicated immigration counters for foreigners at all Int’l airports
Pakistan Observer
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August 2, 2025
ISLAMABAD – In a move aimed at boosting tourism, enhancing trade activity and attracting foreign investment, Pakistan has decided to establish separate immigration counters for international travelers at all major airports across the country. The...
Pakistan Army Inducts China-Made Z-10ME Attack Helicopters To Bolster Combat Readiness
MENAFN
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August 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Tribal News Network) In a major boost to its aerial combat capabilities, the Pakistan Army has formally inducted the latest Chinese-manufactured Z-10ME attack helicopters into its fleet. A special ceremony marking the induction was held...
Imran says his sons will come to meet him but stay away from politics
Business Recorder
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August 2, 2025
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan on Saturday said that his sons will come to Pakistan to meet him and will stay away from politics and any protest movements. Talking to media persons informally in Adiala Jail...