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American woman who travelled to Pakistan for love falls ill

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American woman Onija Andrew Robbins seen in this still taken from a video. — Geo News/YouTube KARACHI: An American woman, Onija Andrew Robbins, who made headlines after travelling to Pakistan for love, has fallen ill. According to police, hotel and guesthouse owners refused to... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/bmIDqWe via IFTTT

PPP, MQM-P spar over treatment of Karachiites

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Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, MQM-P convener Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, and provincial minister Sharjeel Inam Memon. — PPI/APPSiddiqui laments PPP for "threatening tone" toward Karachi traders. Murtaza Wahab says claims made by MQM-P leader “bundle of lies”.Memon says... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/elUPA4L via IFTTT

Pakistan optimistic on resumption of US aid after Trump orders 90-day halt

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Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan addresses weekly press briefing on January 30, 2025. — Screengrab via YouTube/@ForeignOfficePkFO says Islamabad engaged with US at multiple levels."Pakistan looking forward to solidifying bilateral ties with US."Khan hopes US to restart... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/jzSCO0d via IFTTT

Plans of sending nursing workforce from Pakistan to US make progress

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A nurse wears a face mask at the Lady Reading Hospital in Peshawar. — Reuters/File NEW YORK: Progress has been reported on the move to send skilled nursing professionals from Pakistan to the United States at a discussion in an online meeting between representatives from Pakistani... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/VuldAth via IFTTT

US woman, whose love story failed, demands $3,000 per week

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33-year-old American woman, Onijah Andrew Robinson, who came to Karachi after falling in love with a Pakistani youth, can be seen sitting in the parking of an apartment in the city's Garden area. — Geo News KARACHI: An American woman, Onijah Andrew Robinson, who traveled to... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/IOTmlep via IFTTT

US-born girl shot dead by father in Quetta over TikTok videos: police

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People stand behind a crime scene tape. — AFP/File Suspect confesses to killing teenage daughter: police."We have her phone. It is locked," say officials.Brother-in-law also arrested in connection with the killing. QUETTA: A man who had recently brought his... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Hjfvx1r via IFTTT

Pakistan's Fida Mohammad excels at AlUla Trail Race

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Pakistan's runner Fida Mohammad at AlUla Trail Race. — Reporter KARACHI: Pakistani runner Fida Mohammad delivered an impressive performance in the AlUla Trail Race, completing the gruelling 50-kilometre course in 5 hours, 39 minutes, and 48 seconds. Competing against 148 other... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/wXijql8 via IFTTT

Robbers loot dozens of mobile phones, cash, firearm in Karachi's Korangi heist

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Robbery took place two days ago in Korangi No 4.Case registered as police vow swift arrests.Gun of security guard also taken by robbers. KARACHI: Armed robbers looted 37 mobile phones, Rs450,000 in cash, and a security guard’s weapon from a private company’s... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/DVzxcNw via IFTTT

Sanaullah dismisses speculation surrounding dialogue between PTI, establishment

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Interior Minster Rana Sanaullah addresses a press conference at Pakistan Information Department in Federal Capital on October 17, 2022. — APP/FilePolitical issues can only be discussed via political door: Rana.Sanaullah says PTI ran away from negotiations."Law will take its course if... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/YXAgno4 via IFTTT

'PTI's call for talks mistaken as weakness', PAC chief warns of agitation against govt

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National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq chairs second meeting between government and PTI negotiation committee meeting in Parliament House, Islamabad on January 2, 2025 — PIDMatters will now be settled on streets, says Junaid Akbar. Says “hardliners” to be appointed... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/unJYj3i via IFTTT

US temporarily suspends aid to Pakistan, leading to impact on key growth sectors

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US President Donald Trump gestures during an event following his arraignment on classified document charges, at Trump National Golf Club, in Bedminster, New Jersey, US, June 13, 2023. — ReutersLatest US decision impacts various sectors in Pakistan.Move follows "stop-work" order by US... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/av3r1dZ via IFTTT

PTI won't attend fourth round of talks with govt today: Gohar

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PTI Chairman Gohar Khan talks to the media in Pakistan, on December 2, 2023, in this still taken from a video. — YouTube/GeoNewsPTI quits talks over govt's failure in fulfilling demands, says Gohar.NA speaker Ayaz Sadiq makes last ditch effort to save dialogue.PTI delegation to meet... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Cr9PfLQ via IFTTT

Govt open to middle ground if PTI joins talks today

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Members of the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's negotiation committees meet under chairmanship of NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on December 23, 2024. — PID Govt committee members clearly indicate they have something to offer.Govt insists judicial body can't be set up... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/8WLxw7a via IFTTT

UK police issue 'threat alert' to Sharif family members

Donald Lu, accused by Imran Khan of regime change role, completes diplomatic tenure

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Former assistant secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu. — State DepartmentLu led Bureau for overseeing US ties with Pakistan since Sept 2021.Top envoy became embroiled in controversy based on Imran's claims. PTI founder accused Lu of orchestrating his... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/ywY9pz6 via IFTTT

SC withdraws contempt notice, urges CJP to establish full court on committees' powers

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View of the Supreme Court building in Islamabad. — Reuters/File ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court withdrew the contempt notice against Additional Registrar Nazar Abbas and dispatched the file to Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi for the constitution of full court on the... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/4mWlRns via IFTTT

Pakistan need 178 within six wickets to beat Windies as Test hangs in balance

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Kashif Ali and Saud Shakeel walk back to the pavilion at the end of second day play during the second Test between Pakistan and West Indies at the Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan on January 26, 2025. — AFP MULTAN: Pakistan resumed the second Test on its third day as they need 178... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/ZQTn6lV via IFTTT

Gas tanker explodes in Multan, killing 5 and injuring 31

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A representational image of fire blazing. —Unsplash/File LPG tanker fragments destroyed homes, killed livestock.Emergency declared at Nishtar Hospital, many critical cases.Gas, electricity cut off, Multan road reopened. MULTAN: A gas-filled tanker... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/OX2D6eA via IFTTT

PM Shehbaz spins into praise as Pakistan decimate West Indies in 1st Test

51 deportees arrive in Karachi as 30 denied travel abroad

Legal action against Imran Khan to be decided by Pakistani courts: US State Dept

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Imran Khan, founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf , gestures while addressing his supporters during a campaign meeting ahead of general elections in Karachi, Pakistan, July 4, 2018. — Reuters State Dept refrains from commenting on Congressional... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/jrAZs1c via IFTTT

PSL 10 player draft shifted from Gwadar to Lahore

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The logo of the Pakistan Super League . — X/PCB LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed that the player draft of the 10th edition of Pakistan Super League was rescheduled and will now take place at Huzoori Bagh, Lahore fort in Lahore. According to a... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/U3fOcTo via IFTTT

Shan Masood sees positives in defeat by South Africa

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Pakistan captain Shan Masood plays a shot during second Test against South Africa in Newlands, Cape Town, January 6, 2025. — Facebook/@PakistanCricketBoard Pakistan may have lost their test series in South Africa 2-0, but captain Shan Masood saw enough from his side to believe there... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/vH9oAyh via IFTTT

After 2023 fistfight on live TV, PTI's Marwat, PML-N's Afnan make peace in Parliament

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PML-N leader Afnan Ullah Khan gestures while meeting PTI's Sher Afzal Marwat outside Parliament House on January 6, 2025. — Screengrab via Geo News Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Sher Afzal Marwat and Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz Senator Afnan Ullah Khan came face... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/0POFcLp via IFTTT

Pakistan's Sohail Adnan wins U13 title at British Junior Open Squash Championship

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Pakistan's Sohail Adnan in action during the British Junior Open Squash Championship 2025. — Reporter Pakistan's Sohail Adnan made history by clinching the U-13 title at the British Junior Open Squash Championship 2025, ending the nation's 18-year wait to win gold at the... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/ojs5YiM via IFTTT

First relief convoy for Kurram to depart from Tal today after months-long blockade

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This photograph taken on December 3, 2024, shows local residents walking across a market reopened after clashes in Parachinar. — AFPAshfaq Khan appointed as new deputy commissioner of Kurram. Section 144 imposed in Kurram district amid heightened tension. Crackdown underway... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/ksBpdyI via IFTTT

Mobile, internet services to remain suspended for two days in Quetta

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A representational image of a mobile phone with no network. — AFP QUETTA: The provincial government has suspended mobile and internet service in Balochistan's capital, Quetta, after Jamiat Ulema-Islam-Fazl announced a shutter-down strike against "rigging" in re-polling in... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/7jN3mIU via IFTTT

Tragedy as open manhole claims 6-year-old's life in Karachi

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An open manhole is seen during some maintenance work in this undated image. — Reuters/File KARACHI: In a tragic incident, a six-year-old boy died after falling into an open manhole in Karachi’s Shah Faisal Colony on Sunday, confirmed police and his family. Ibad was... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/9BWXxwm via IFTTT

97th birth anniversary of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto being observed today

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Former prime minister and Pakistan Peoples Party founder Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. — PID/File President says Bhutto cemented Pakistan’s leadership role. Says Bhutto gave Pakistan consensus Constitution of 1973.He was architect of Pakistan's nuclear... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/WR6oYHs via IFTTT

Hundreds of runners participating in second Karachi marathon

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A group of runners in Karachi. — Provided by the runners The second Karachi marathon, certified by the World Athletics, has started earlier this morning with hundreds of professional and amateur runners participating in the event amidst the city's chilly weather. The... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/KzL8F9q via IFTTT

Kashmiris across globe observing Right to Self-Determination Day today

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People of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir observing the the Right to Self-Determination Day. — Facebook@PakistaninJapan/File AJK assembly to mark Right to Self-Determination Day. Members to draw world attention to rights violations in... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/anBVI0q via IFTTT

KP govt says 'no leniency' for Kurram DC attackers

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur arrives at CMH Peshawar to inquire after the injured in the Bagan firing incident on January 4, 2025. — Screenshot via Facebook@AliAminKhanGandaporPTI KP top authorities say locals responsible for Bagan... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/5jTM6FS via IFTTT

Achakzai raises questions over PTI's negotiations with 'mandate-less' govt

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Pashtunkhwa Mili Awami Party Chairman Mahmood Khan Achakzai is participating in a protest in Pishin against alleged rigging in the general elections 2024 on February 22, 2024. —@MKAchakzaiPKMAP/X No point in negotiating with govt lacking mandate: Achakzai.Claims Shehbaz Sharif... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/EwAImPe via IFTTT

Zardari, Nawaz, Imran could sit together when time comes: Raja Pervaiz Ashraf

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A combination of images showing President Asif Ali Zardari, PML-N President Nawaz Sharif and PTI founder Imran Khan. — AFP/Facebook@PML/Instagram@ptiofficial/FilePTI raises demands for judicial commission, worker releases.Ashraf highlights need for new democratic... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/zsFwWQV via IFTTT

Pakistan begins two-year term, stresses clear stance on Kashmir, Afghanistan

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Members of the United Nations Security Council attend a meeting after North Korea fired a ballistic missile over Japan for the first time in five years, at UN headquarters in New York, October 5, 2022. — Reuters Envoy says security situation significantly improved in... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/m1d5nc6 via IFTTT

PTI links talks success to 'justice for all' as govt rules out 'executive order' for Imran's release

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PTI Secretary-General Salman Akram Raja and Adviser to PM on Political And Public Affairs Rana Sanaullah. — Screengrab/X/@salmanAraja/PID/FilePTI reiterates demand to release "political prisoners".Raja says January 31 "cut-off date" for negotiations.Govt not offering to... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/iYwCEmg via IFTTT

Economic development hinges on political stability, says PM Shehbaz

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairing 11th Apex Committee meeting of Special Investment Facilitation Council in Islamabad, January 2, 2025. — PID PM hails "untiring efforts" of economic team for positive indicators.Emphasises export-led growth for economic... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/RcgeI5S via IFTTT

Pakistan joins UNSC as non-permanent member for two-year term

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The United Nations Security Council holds a meeting on the situation in Gaza, at U.N. headquarters in New York City, US, October 16, 2024. — Reuters Pakistan has officially begun its two-year term as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council today . The formal... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/VU4LMpW via IFTTT

Second round of PTI-govt dialogue to be held today

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Members of the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's negotiation committees meet under chairmanship of NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on December 23, 2024. — PIDMeeting to be chaired by National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq.NA speaker is facilitating negotiations between govt and... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/JTBa1LM via IFTTT

South Africa seeking ruthless edge against Pakistan in second test

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Pakistan's Mohammad Abbas reacts as South Africa's Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada celebrate South Africa winning the match during the fourth day of the first Test match between South Africa and Pakistan at SuperSport Park in Centurion on December 29, 2024. — AFP CAPE... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/KXEVlbh via IFTTT

President, PM urge collective resolve to build a stronger Pakistan in 2025

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A combination of images showing President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. — APP/FilePresident urges nation to reflect on successes, failures of 2024 and learn from them. Zardari, Shehbaz express hope for world free from hunger, poverty, war in 2025. PM... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/nH1QD8S via IFTTT

New Year aerial firing injures 29 in Karachi

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Several Edhi ambulances can be seen in this undated image. — AFP/FileWomen among injured in Karachi's New Year celebrations.Warning of attempted murder charges issued pre-celebration.Injured shifted to major city hospitals for treatment. KARACHI: Celebratory New Year firing... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/ZT6Jnse via IFTTT

Schools in Sindh, including Karachi, to reopen tomorrow after winter vacations

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Students on their way to school after the end of winter vacations in Karachi, on January 1, 2024. — Online Ending ambiguity about the resumption of academic activities amid sit-ins in Karachi, the Sindh Education Department on Tuesday announced that educational institutions would... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/0J5kOvh via IFTTT