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CM Punjab honours marathoner Mona Khan for London Marathon feat

The Nation - National - 09:31 May 24, 2025

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met with Pakistani marathon runner and journalist Mona Khan and her coach Muhammad Yousaf at the CM Office in Lahore to honour their achievement in the 2025 London Marathon.

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LHC dismisses Shahzad Akbar’s plea in Sharif money laundering case

The Nation - National - 08:51 May 24, 2025

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has dismissed a petition filed by former accountability adviser Shahzad Akbar challenging the acquittal of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Hamza Shehbaz, and Salman Shehbaz in a money laundering case filed by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).

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Pakistan restores strategic balance with India, says think tank report

The Nation - National - 08:06 May 24, 2025

The Pakistan China Institute has released a landmark report titled “Historic Change in South Asia in 16 Hours,” declaring that Pakistan has restored the balance of defensive power in the region by decisively countering Indian aggression.

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Pakistan to cancel passports, take legal action against deportees

The Nation - National - 07:54 May 24, 2025

In a major move to curb illegal migration and restore the country’s international reputation, Pakistan has decided to cancel the passports of individuals deported from other countries and initiate legal action against them.

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Musadik, Uzbek envoy discuss avenues to enhance coop on climate change

The Nation - National - 07:09 May 24, 2025

ISLAMABAD - Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr Musadik Malik, on Friday met with the Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Pakistan, Alisher Tukhtaev, to discuss avenues for enhanced bilateral cooperation on climate change and environmental sustainability.
Junaid Family Foundation signs deal with Gates Foundation & UNICEF for Pakistan women

The Nation - National - 07:05 May 24, 2025

ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON - The Junaid Family Foundation has signed a landmark Letter of Cooperation (LoC) with the Gates Foundation and UNICEF to strengthen collaboration on the promotion and scale-up of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) for women in Pakistan, with a particular focus on maternal and newborn health.

Tags: Pakistan Gates Foundation UNICEF
Workshop on safeguarding press freedom held

The Nation - National - 06:47 May 24, 2025

PESHAWAR - In a significant step toward safeguarding press freedom and enhancing digital security for journalists, the Parliamentary Commission for Human Rights (PCHR), in partnership with the European Union, hosted an impactful workshop on Friday.
IHC asks for legal clarification on Gandapur’s plea for Imran’s parole

The Nation - National - 06:47 May 24, 2025

ISLAMABAD - The Islamabad High Court on Friday asked for legal clarification on a petition filed by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, who is seeking parole for incarcerated former prime minister and PTI founder Imran Khan.
KP CM announces district status for Allai

The Nation - National - 06:46 May 24, 2025

Peshawar - Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, has decided in principle to upgrade Alai Tehsil of District Battagram to the status of a district.
Thunderstorms and rain expected in parts of country, Sibi hits 51°C

The Nation - National - 06:44 May 24, 2025

Thunderstorms and rain are forecasted to affect several cities across the country today, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).

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Thousands miss Hajj as minister blames private tour operators for scandal

The Nation - National - 06:03 May 24, 2025

Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf has held private Hajj tour operators responsible for a major scandal that has left over 67,000 Pakistani pilgrims unable to perform Hajj this year.

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PM lauds Naila Kiani for conquering Mount Kanchenjunga

The Nation - National - 05:58 May 24, 2025

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday congratulated renowned mountaineer Naila Kiani for making history by becoming the first Pakistani woman to summit Mount Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak at 8,586 metres.

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WHO, Pakistan launch 26 vaccination centres for underserved areas

The Nation - National - 05:54 May 24, 2025

In a significant step toward improving public health access, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the government of Pakistan have announced the establishment of 26 new vaccination centres across the country, aimed at reaching over 750,000 people in underserved areas.

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School bus bombing initial probe links terrorists to RAW, says DG ISPR

The Nation - National - 05:40 May 24, 2025

Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry says initial findings confirm attack was part of a broader pattern of violence sponsored by India Warns any attempt to alter water flows will be met with diplomatic, strategic response.
Govt, nation determined for success in economic field: PM

The Nation - National - 05:38 May 24, 2025

ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said after the success of Marka-e-Haq, the government of Pakistan and the whole Pakistani nation were determined for success and historic victory in the economic field.
IMF snubs India, defending $1b disbursement to Pakistan

The Nation - National - 05:33 May 24, 2025

WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday defended its decision to release a $1 billion tranche to Pakistan, despite India’s objection, by pointing out the country had met all requisite targets under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).

Tags: Pakistan India
Federal govt to present budget on June 10

The Nation - National - 05:29 May 24, 2025

ISLAMABAD - The federal government has announced to present the annual budget for the next fiscal year 2025-26 on June 10 as the talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have yet to conclude.

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Pakistan warns India against aggression, reaffirms pledge to peace, ceasefire

The Nation - National - 05:25 May 24, 2025

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan yesterday warned India against any aggression and reaffirmed commitment to peace and ceasefire.

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Indian designs to destabilise Balochistan will fail: Tarar

The Nation - National - 05:23 May 24, 2025

QUETTA - Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Friday that India wanted to destabilise Balochistan through its proxies and its nefarious designs will never succeed.

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Gilani envisions robust Pakistan-Africa partnership rooted in shared aspirations

The Nation - National - 05:23 May 24, 2025

ISLAMABAD - Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Thursday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening strategic, multi-faceted ties with the African continent, describing Africa as a vital partner in Pakistan’s present and future diplomatic, economic, and developmental vision.

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