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Fuel price shock exposes Pakistan's transport fare crisis as commuters bear brunt

Rawalpindi citizens face rising transportation costs after recent fuel price increases. Goods transporters have raised freight charges by approximately fifteen percent. Local public transport fares have also seen an increase of PKR 10 per stop. Essential commodity prices have risen by around fifteen percent due to higher transport expenses. School…

The Economic Times

Leadership gaps cloud Pakistan's human rights oversight system

Pakistan’s human rights oversight framework is facing growing uncertainty as key commissions continue to function without permanent leadership or full membership, raising concerns over their independence and effectiveness.

The Times of India

Pakistan SC to hear former PM Imran Khan's sister's contempt plea on September 16

Pakistan's Supreme Court will hear a contempt petition on September 16. Uzma Khan filed the petition over Imran Khan's hospital transfer order. The court registrar fixed the hearing along with the main case. The government has also filed a review petition challenging the August 18 order. This hearing will address…

The Economic Times

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Pakistan raises jet fuel price by PKR 40.35 per litre amid global oil market volatility

Pakistan has increased jet fuel prices by PKR 40.35 per litre, reaching PKR 291.55. This follows a previous hike, bringing the total increase to PKR 53.58 in two weeks. Rising international oil prices and geopolitical tensions are cited as reasons for the fuel cost increase.

The Economic Times

Pakistan's fuel shock ripples through every ride

Public transport fares have risen across Pakistan following a significant petroleum price increase. Transport operators cited higher fuel costs as the reason for these revised rates. Minimum stop-to-stop fares are now PKR 50, and goods transport charges have also increased. Local transport operators raised fares by PKR 20 per passenger,…

The Economic Times

Pakistan hikes petroleum levy on petrol, diesel; keeps retail prices unchanged

Pakistan's government has increased the petroleum levy on petrol and diesel, keeping retail prices steady despite falling international oil rates. Consumers will continue paying the same for petrol and diesel, while kerosene prices have been reduced. This move boosts government revenue as global oil prices hit pre-war lows following a…

The Economic Times

Pakistan asks Taliban to declare TTP a terror outfit, dismantle network to ease border tensions

Pakistan has formally demanded Afghanistan's Taliban administration declare the TTP a terrorist group, dismantle its infrastructure, and provide verifiable proof of action. These demands, conveyed during China-brokered talks in Urumqi, are central to Pakistan's stance amid ongoing border tensions and security concerns. While dialogue continues, Pakistan emphasizes no policy shift,…

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Pakistan poverty explodes, inequality at 27-year high as economic crisis deepens

Pakistan's poverty has surged to an 11-year high of 29%, with 70 million people now in extreme poverty. Income inequality has also reached a 27-year peak of 32.7. These increases are attributed to IMF stabilization policies, natural disasters, and weak growth, leading to a 12% fall in real household income…

The Times of India

3I/ATLAS: NASA Denies Aliens to Kim Kardashian While 'Hiding' Data From Luna

NASA rebuffs alien talk after Kim Kardashian's 3I/ATLAS post while critics say the agency is hiding key data from its Mars observations.

International Business Times UK

Is Diddy's Prison Attack Story Real? 50 Cent Thinks He's Faking It to Get a Pardon

50 Cent mocks Diddy's alleged prison attack, accusing the rapper of exaggerating the story to boost his chances of a presidential pardon from Donald Trump.

International Business Times UK

Body of man missing for 28 years discovered in glacier

The man vanished in 1997 after a family dispute and was never seen again - until now

The Independent UK

‘Taxing time’: Beijing to Berlin, Trump’s tariffs dominate world headlines

US President Donald Trump’s announcement of broad “reciprocal tariffs” on imports to the United States has sent shockwaves through global markets and prompted stern responses from world leaders. With a baseline 10 percent tariff on all imports and significantly higher rates for countries Trump described as having “unfair” trade relationships…

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Pakistan: Govt employees stage protest against pension reforms in Islamabad

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Pakistan: Explosion in Balochistan kills nine labourers, several injured

The blast occurred when a bomb planted on the road detonated near a vehicle carrying coal miners. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pakistan telecom authority blames VPN usage for slow internet speeds

This adds to the ongoing battle to regulate VPN usage in Pakistan. Here's all you need to know.

Dynamite News

Pakistan: Interim bail of Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi extended until January 7

The District and Sessions Court of Islamabad extended the interim bails of Imran Khan and his wife in the case until January 7 and adjourned the hearing. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pakistan: Court indicts Imran Khan, his wife in new Toshakhana case

A special court in Islamabad on Thursday indicted former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in the new Toshakhana case. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pak anti-terror court indicts Imran Khan, his party leaders in May 9 attack case

The attack took place during the protests that erupted in Pakistan after Imran Khan's arrest. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Chikungunya surge in Pakistan: What we know about the mosquito-borne virus

The virus causes severe joint pain, and cases have been steadily rising in Pakistan’s port city of Karachi since May.

Dynamite News

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif files plea for acquittal in Toshakhana case

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo on Tuesday filed a plea in an accountability court for acquittal in the Toshakhana case. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf says Lahore police tortured arrested party worker

Following the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protests against alleged rigging in February 8 general elections, the party said that the police tortured one of its arrested workers in Lahore, and he has been hospitalised in critical condition. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pakistan Media reports good showing by Tehreek-e-Insaf-backed candidates, Poll results delays set off speculation

As the counting of votes is underway for the Pakistan general elections held on Thursday, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-supported candidates have put up a good performance going early trends reported by Pakistan media. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pakistan: Inquiry initiated against Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khan for "anti-state" speech

Aleema Khan, sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been summoned by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on charges of "anti-state" speech. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Sentence given by 'Puppets': Imran Khan questions court verdict in Toshakhana case

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan said on Thursday that the verdicts given against him and his wife Bushra Bibi were coming from "elsewhere" and their "puppets" were merely announcing them, The Express Tribune reported. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pakistan: Imran Khan transferred to Adiala Jail, despite his requests

Pakistan Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been transferred to Adiala Jail on Tuesday, despite his recent requests to not shift him from the Attock District Jail, reported The Express Tribune. Read further on Dynamite News:

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