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Pakistan street child football team secures spot in Norway Cup 2024 playoffs

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Players of Pakistan's U17 street child football team, playing under the name of Muslim Hands FC, in Norway Cup 2024 in this group photo. — Reporter Playing under the name of Muslim Hands FC, Pakistan's U17 street child football team has grabbed a spot in the Norway Cup 2024 playoffs... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/V5CosEF via IFTTT

WATCH: Khalilur Rehman Qamar honey trap scandal video leaked online

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LAHORE: A video clip linked to the alleged “honey trap” scandal involving playwright Khalilur Rehman Qamar hit social media, showing the perpetrators setting the trap and testing a camera to ensure the best view of the rendezvous. Video shows, the prime suspects,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/4MoD18X via IFTTT

Dr Ishratul Ibad announces launching new party

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Former Sindh governor Dr Ishratul Ibad speaks to jorunalists via video link in this undated image. — Facebook/@IshratUlEbadKhanDr Ibad says political, economic instability at "dangerous levels".He stresses that country needs strict accountability at this time.Current government has... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/yOIJelv via IFTTT

Imran Khan stands by May 9 GHQ protest call, negating PTI's denial

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Former prime minister Imran Khan pauses as he speaks during an interview, in Lahore, Pakistan March 17, 2023. —Reuters Khan says protest wasn't peaceful because riots "pre-planned".PTI founder comes up with new stance on "animals are neutral". Ex-PM remains has been... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/ckmeBQ7 via IFTTT

Pakistan outclass India in Asian U18 Volleyball Championship

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Pakistan volleyball team players and officials pose for a picture during the 15th Asian Men's U18 Volleyball Championship in Bahrain. — Reporter The Pakistan volleyball team sealed victory over India by exhibiting an outstanding performance on Monday in the 15th Asian Men's U18... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/oLgyh5P via IFTTT

Businessman abducted from Karachi 'reaches' home in Lahore

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Prominent businessman Zulfiqar Ahmed speaks during a podcast. —Screengrab/YouTubeZulfiqar Ahmed spoke to his family on Sunday.No details available about Ahmed's abductors.SHC had issued notices to senior police officials. LAHORE: Zulfiqar Ahmed, a well-known businessman... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/5bn7OIc via IFTTT

Commentator removed from Paris Olympics panel for this sexist remark

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Commentator Bob Ballard seen in this undated image.—swimming.org/file Television broadcaster Eurosport on Sunday removed a commentator from its Paris Olympics coverage after he made a sexist remark during the swimming competition. Bob Ballard made the comment about... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/vBdcmWP via IFTTT

Malala expresses support for Pakistan Olympians in social media post

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Pakistani Nobel prize winner Malala Yousafzai and her husband Asser Malik seen with female Pakistani Olympians in this image.— Instagram@malala/file Pakistani Nobel prize winner Malala Yousafzai expressed her support for Pakistani Olympians participating in the Paris Olympics 2024 on... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/w62rQtE via IFTTT

Karachi to receive 'moderate to heavy' rains starting today

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Commuters push their motorbikes along a street during a monsoon rainfall in Karachi on July 5, 2022. — AFP As Karachi swelters under another heatwave, monsoon rain is expected to bring relief, with showers forecasted to begin tomorrow , Geo News reported, citing a private meteorological... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/scMwfSX via IFTTT

Govt delegation calls on protesting JI leadership in Rawalpindi

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Jamaat-e-Islami Chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman addressing protesters during JI protest demonstration at Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi on July 27, 2024. —PPIInformation minister asks JI Emir Hafiz Naeem to end sit-in.Naeem declines to end protest until demands are accepted.Tarar says formal... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/HhFpO9K via IFTTT

HRCP denounces Nausharoferoz woman torture, seeks action against culprits

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Representational image of a an axe. — Canva Incident reminds of normalisation of GVB in Pakistan: HRCP.Urges Sindh govt to ensure victim receives best possible care.It demands perpetrators of this crime to be held accountable. The Human Rights Commission of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/fMvFHk9 via IFTTT

JI ready for month-long sit-in if demands not met, warns Hafiz Naeem

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Jamaat-e-Islami Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman addresses the anti-inflation sit-in in Rawalpindi on July 27, 2024. — Screengrab via Geo News Politico-religious party puts forward 10 conditions to end sit-in.Interior minister, govt officials contacted JI to hold talks:... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/6MS9ULk via IFTTT

Glimpses from Sania Mirza's '24 hours in Switzerland'

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Sania Mirza shares pictures from her 24 hour trip to Switzerland. — Instagram/@mirzasaniar Indian tennis superstar Sania Mirza has shared stunning glimpses of her short trip to Switzerland on Instagram, gracing fans and admirers once again with a sneak-peek into her... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/ynoPIuF via IFTTT

French gold-medallists Perec and Riner light Olympic cauldron

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The torchbearers Marie-Jose Perec and French judoka Teddy Riner arrive to light the cauldron and open the 2024 Olympic games. — AFP French three-time Olympic gold medallists Marie-Jose Perec and Teddy Riner lit the Paris 2024 Olympic cauldron on Friday during the opening ceremony, where... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/BQnuPOX via IFTTT

Pakistan rebuffs Modi's 'belligerent remarks', reminds India of its ‘terror campaign'

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on the World Youth Skills Day on July 12, 2023. — AFP/File Pakistan has rebuffed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "belligerent remarks," dubbing them as "totally counter-productive" to resolving disputes between the two countries... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/YSzxU3Z via IFTTT

Sri Lanka outclass Pakistan in semi-final of Women's T20 Asia Cup

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Chamari Athapaththu of Sri Lanka plays a shot while Muneeba Ali of Pakistan keeps the wickets during the second innings of the second semi-final of Women's T20 Asia Cup at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, Sri Lanka on July 26, 2024. — ACC Sri Lanka... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/7uMxrKj via IFTTT

Paris Olympics opening ceremony launches under tight security

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Spectators wearing rain ponchos and using umbrellas in the stands ahead of the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics on July 26, 2024. — Reuters The opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris kicked off with frenzy and excitement amid heavy security on Friday, following threats... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/bCQsYaZ via IFTTT

PM Shehbaz to attend inauguration of Iran's president-elect on July 30

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President-elect of Iran Dr Masoud Pezeshkian and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. — Reuters and INP/FilesIran's new president Dr Masoud to take oath of office on July 30. PM Shehbaz says he looks forward to working closely with Masoud. Officials of 60 countries announce... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/CPImO7g via IFTTT

Shoaib Malik says 'no interest in playing for Pakistan again'

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Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik gestures in a stadium. — PCB/File Veteran all-rounder Shoaib Malik has announced that he has lost interest in playing international cricket for Pakistan again. In an interview with a local sports website, Malik, who has already retired from... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/jOeR2Y9 via IFTTT

Light rain may hit Karachi as weather to remain cloudy, humid

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The picture shows II Chundrigar Road in Karachi on April 14, 2024. — Geo.tv KARACHI: Light rain and drizzle are likely to hit various parts of Karachi on Thursday as weather may remain cloudy and humid throughout the day, the Pakistan Meteorological Department said. This means... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/mW4oXg7 via IFTTT

PTI may be in position to form govt after securing ‘magic number' in Dec, claims Qaiser

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Former National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser talks to the media outside the Supreme Court in Islamabad on March 2, 2023. — OnlinePTI to seek fresh mandate after coming into power: Asad Qaiser.Says free and fair elections only remedy to country's crisis."After hunger strike, PTI to... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/WLo2Bbw via IFTTT

Actor Tahir Anjum assaulted by female PTI activist outside Punjab Assembly

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PTI female activist torturing stage actor Tahir Anjum at the party's hunger strike camp outside Punjab Assembly on July 24, 2024. — Screengrab via Geo News LAHORE: A female worker of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf , along with others, assaulted stage actor Tahir Anjum after storming his... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/o1W7cHT via IFTTT

Landlord chops off donkey's legs for 'entering field in search of water'

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The picture shows a donkey after being abused by a landlord in Muzaffargarh. — Screengrab/Geo NewsDonkey was abused for entering field for water. Incident takes place in Muzaffargarh's Jatoi Tehsil.Injured donkey provided with medical assistance. In yet another... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/ahzIoXB via IFTTT

US 'concerned' over PTI leaders' arrests

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US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller is responding to questions during daily press briefing in Washington on July 24, 2024. — Screengrab via YouTube/@StateDeptAlways concerned on arrests of opposition leaders: State Dept.Washington calls on Islamabad to uphold democratic... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/JLKmnxg via IFTTT

Karachi Police Office attack 'mastermind' killed in CTD encounter

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Police officers take position after a police office building was attacked by gunmen in Karachi on February 17, 2023. — ReutersKPO mastermind killed in IBO near Northern Bypass, says CTD.Omar Farooq was affiliated with banned TTP, says CTD DIG. Pistol, motorcycle were also recovered... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Bf9XHTS via IFTTT

Women's Asia Cup: Pakistan qualifies for semi-finals after India's win over Nepal

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Pakistan's Nida Dar and Harmanpreet Kaur with Women's Asia Cup trophy. - PCB/File The Pakistan women’s cricket team qualified for the semi-finals of the 2024 Women's Asia Cup after India claimed an 82-run win over Nepal at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/6kqaVYs via IFTTT

Messi and Suarez to miss MLS All-Star Game due to injuries

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Inter Miami CF forward Luis Suarez and forward Lionel Messi seen ahead of a pre-season match. —Reuters/file Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez will not play in the MLS competition scheduled for tomorrow due to injuries, the league and Inter Miami said in a statement.... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/bHm84W9 via IFTTT

Nine bodies found in Hyderabad amid sizzling weather conditions

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The entrance to the emergency department at the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre. — ICRC/File Bodies found lying abandoned in different parts of city: Edhi CentreMost of deceased appeared to be drug addicts, says Edhi official. Drug addicts could not bear... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/4K1pzwW via IFTTT

Three terrorists trying to infiltrate Pakistan via Afghan border killed by security forces

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Pakistan Army commandos depart in their vehicles in Rawalpindi on September 13, 2021. — AFPISPR says forces detected terrorists crossing border in Dir. Army media wing asks Afghan govt to fulfil its obligations.Says security forces determined to eliminate menace of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/eSxu0iM via IFTTT

Pakistan can't afford another operation: JI chief

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JI chief Hafiz Naeemur Rahman addressing the Tajir Convention at Markaz-e-Islami in Peshawar on July 21, 2024. — Facebook/@HafizNaeemRehmanJamaat-e-Islami to stage sit-in in Islamabad on July 26."Situation of peace in country has worsened," Rahman says.He says there was no... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/3GnWOkQ via IFTTT

Five-wicket Bashir excites Stokes as England seal West Indies series

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English players seen celebrating after taking a wicket against West Indies.— Reuters/file Ben Stokes said Shoaib Bashir had "showed the world" he belonged in international cricket after the 20-year-old off-spinner bowled England to a series-clinching victory over the West... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/8MgcPLG via IFTTT

Judiciary only responsible for interpretation of law, not legislation: Khawaja Asif

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Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in an interview with BBC Urdu. — X/@FarhatJavedR Judiciary's verdict could create constitutional crisis: defence czar.Urges slapping contempt cases under Article 209 over wrong verdicts."Afghans are ungrateful", says Asif after consulate attack... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/vjpfKhA via IFTTT

Evidence suggests Priya Kumari is alive, says Home Minister Lanjar

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Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hassan speaks during a meeting with missing girl Priya Kumari's parents in Karachi, on July 20, 2024. — Geo NewsHome minister announces new award for girl's recovery.He assures parents that best cops are searching for her.DIG Javed Jaskani briefs parents... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/pWnDSVc via IFTTT

Mohammed Shami breaks silence on rumours about marriage with Sania Mirza

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Mohammed Shami and Sania Mirza. —Screengrab/YouTube/ @NewsBookofficial/ Instagram/ @mirzasaniar Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami has finally opened up about the news reports pertaining to his marriage with tennis star Sania Mirza. Soon after some media outlets reported... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/7clDFMG via IFTTT

Asif Kirmani becomes latest PML-N leader to part ways with Nawaz Sharif

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Former PML-N leader Dr Syed Asif Kirmani poses for a picture with PML-N President Nawaz Sharif in this undated photo. — X/@KirmaniAsif ISLAMABAD: Dr Syed Asif Kirmani, the former political secretary of ex-premier Nawaz Sharif, on Saturday announced quitting the Pakistan Muslim... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/hFCeydJ via IFTTT

UK court orders MQM-P to pay £65,000 to Altaf Hussain

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MQM founder Altaf Hussain. — Facebook/@MQM Hussain will "launch claim of over £100,000" against former devotees. Court permits Hussain for release of £77,760 into his lawyer’s account. Hussain claims Barrister Farogh Nasim "conspired against... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Q4RbVeK via IFTTT

PCB confirms denying NOCs to Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen to play Global T20

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Pakistan captain Babar Azam, wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan, and fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi — X/@iShaheenAfridiNOCs denied after consultation with players, selection committee.PCB stresses workload management policy behind its decision.Says trio are all-format players required... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/7xGnSXz via IFTTT

India thrash Pakistan by 7 wickets in Women's Asia Cup

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Smriti Mandhana and Shefali Verma share a moment during the match against Pakistan. — ACC India women's cricket team thrashed Pakistan by seven wickets in their first match of the Women's Asia Cup 2024, that took place at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Sri Lanka on... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/3xuH07S via IFTTT

Bodies of 4 Pakistanis killed in Oman terror attack repatriated

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These image grabs from a UGC video taken on July 16, 2024 show shows people fleeing the scene of a shooting at the Imam Ali Mosque in the Al-Wadi Al-Kabir area in the east of Oman's capital Muscat. — AFPFour people were killed in attack at mosque in Muscat.Bodies transported to Islamabad,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/TNBIj69 via IFTTT

Heavy rain batters parts of Sindh

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A file photo of vehicles passing through accumulated rain water during rain in Karachi. — INP Torrential rain coupled with lightning and thunderstorm lashed parts of Sindh on Friday night, inundating low-lying areas and crippling the routine life. As per the details,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/LmXUjZ7 via IFTTT

Govt announced PTI ban move 'pre-maturely', admits defence minister

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Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in an interview with BBC Urdu. — X/@FarhatJavedR "Sooner or later" constitutional breakdown to happen: minister.Says decision to ban PTI to be taken with broader consensus.Denies perception of govt acting as facilitator against Imran... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/p8aOcVb via IFTTT

Babar Azam retains third spot in ICC Test batting ranking

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Pakistan's captain Babar Azam plays a shot at the National Stadium Karachi, Pakistan on December 19, 2022. — Reuters Pakistan's star batter Babar Azam has retained third position in the International Cricket Council's Test batter rankings. According to the latest ranking issued by... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/QiaeyS3 via IFTTT

FIFA investigates racist chants by Argentina players after Copa America victory

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Argentina player Enzo Fernandez seen in this undated image.— AFP/file The football governing body FIFA revealed on Wednesday that it is launching an inquiry into racist songs sung by Argentine players after claiming the Copa America crown. The global... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/nDvPkE7 via IFTTT

Opposing ban on political party, CM Murad urges PTI to 'adhere to political norms'

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Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah talking to local media at Mola Ali Imam Bargah in Hyderabad on July 17, 2024. — Sindh CM House Murad asks PTI to review if is showing its political behaviour.Says political party doesn't emerge merely by winning votes.PPP never... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/4SRvwLE via IFTTT

Ashura processions begin across Pakistan amid tight security

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A large numbers of Mourners attending Ashura procession on 9th Muharram ul Haram at Latifabad. — APP The mourning processions in connection with the Youm-e-Ashur — the tenth of Muharram-ul-Haram — have begun across the country to pay homage to Hazrat... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/OzE8D4u via IFTTT

Pakistan tour to New Zealand: Schedule for five T20s, three ODIs released

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Pakistan's Shan Masood celebrates as he scores the winning run at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia on November 9, 2022. — Reuters New Zealand Cricket Board Tuesday announced the schedule for Pakistan's 5 T20 and 3 ODI tours to New Zealand in March-April 2025.... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/Io0d5Ac via IFTTT

Messi to miss two Inter Miami matches due to ankle injury

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Inter Miami player Lionel Messi on the sideline in a preseason friendly soccer match against Hong Kong XI at Hong Kong Stadium on Feb 4, 2024. — Reuters Inter Miami star Lionel Messi will sit out the team's next two Major League Soccer games following a right ankle injury suffered during... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/PrzYKsp via IFTTT

'No one can dare to ban PTI': CM Gandapur throws down gauntlet to PML-N govt

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur address the press conference in Peshawar on July 16, 2024. — Screengrab via Geo News PESHAWAR: After the federal government announced taking adverse actions against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf , Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Y2Ufsz9 via IFTTT

JCP to consider appointment of ad hoc judges to reduce pending SC cases

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A man uses his mobile phone as he walks past the Supreme Court of Pakistan building in Islamabad, Pakistan May 13, 2023. — ReutersCJP nominates Justice Alam, Justice Baqir.Four former judges of SC proposed to be made ad hoc. There must be 17 judges to appoint ad hoc judges to... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/xHzB0lr via IFTTT

Ashura: Cellular services to remain partly suspended in parts of Punjab

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A representational image of a mobile phone with no network. — AFP/File Mobile phone services will remain partially suspended on the 9th and 10th of Muharram for security reasons in parts of Punjab. According to the spokesperson for the Punjab Home Department,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/8bd5zJU via IFTTT