The Supreme Court of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has directed the Election Commission to register Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) as a political party. The court also set aside the Election Commission’s previous decision, paving the way for PTI’s formal participation in the upcoming electoral process. The PTI registration in AJK ruling is being viewed as…
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The federal government has approved a new facility allowing consumers to pay Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) taxes on imported smartphones in installments, providing relief to individuals registering mobile devices in the country. The provision was included in the Finance Bill 2026-27, which was presented by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and…
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Karachi is witnessing a worrying surge in congenital heart diseases among newborns, with medical experts warning that thousands of children are being born annually with serious structural heart defects. Among these conditions, Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) has emerged as the most common and life-threatening disorder. Assistant Professor and Pediatric Cardiologist at the National Institute of…7 months ago
Pakistan now has the highest diabetes rate in the world, according to the latest IDF report. The report shows that 30.8% of Pakistani adults live with diabetes. This figure is nearly three times higher than the global average. Experts warn that the situation threatens public health and requires urgent action. They believe the crisis could…7 months ago- South Africa, Eswatini, and Zambia have begun administering lenacapavir, a groundbreaking HIV-prevention injection, marking a major milestone in the fight against HIV. The injection, taken twice a year, has been shown to reduce the risk of HIV transmission by over 99.9%, offering a powerful alternative to daily medication. This rollout, which started on Monday, is…7 months ago
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- Veteran Pakistani actress and television host Bushra Ansari has spoken about the difficult childhood experiences faced by some successful actresses in the country’s entertainment industry, saying that several well-known performers grew up after being abandoned or neglected by their fathers. In a recent vlog, Bushra Ansari discussed the personal struggles that some actresses reportedly…2 days ago
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- Veteran Pakistani actor Naumaan Ijaz has responded to a social media user who questioned whether income earned through the entertainment industry is halal or haram, reigniting debate around the topic online. Known for his candid views on social and cultural issues, Naumaan Ijaz recently shared a thought-provoking message during a YouTube video. Referring to…5 days ago
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Iranian President Meets President Zardari and PM Shehbaz, Praises Pakistan’s Efforts
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PTA tax on imported smartphones can now be paid in installments
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