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16th National Assembly's first year sees drop in working hours: Pildat

Spectators to get iftar boxes during Champions Trophy matches in Dubai

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India and Pakistan fans react in the stands during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match. — Reuters/File The Emirates Cricket Board announced that cricket fans observing fasts need not worry as free Iftar boxes will be provided to spectators at the Dubai Cricket Stadium during the... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/IEt41Fs via IFTTT

JUI-F hints at launching anti-govt movement after April 20

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JUI-F Senator Kamran Murtaza seen talking to the media. — X/@KamranM69045926/File/ Screengrab JUI-F to “play more active role” against PML-N-led govt.Converted "bitter past with PTI into working relationship": Murtaza.Senator Murtaza says... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/RxJPo0d via IFTTT

Asia Cup 2025 likely to be moved from India to neutral venue: report

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India's Virat Kohli and Axar Patel shake hands with Pakistan players after the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match at Dubai International Stadium. — Reuters/File Given the India-Pakistan dynamics, the Asian Cricket Council has decided to move the Asia Cup 2025 to the United Arab... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/ycqpBnv via IFTTT

Karachi road accident claims another life as trailer hits motorcycle

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A torched dumper truck after a traffic accident in Karachi on February 18, 2025. — PPITrailer collides with motorcycle in Landhi.Karachi road fatalities reach 138 this year.46 dead in heavy traffic accidents this year. KARACHI: A motorcyclist lost his life after being... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Vics0bH via IFTTT

PBC's Ahsan Bhoon elected JCP member

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JCP's newly-elected member Ahsan Bhoon speaks during an event. — Facebook/@chaudhrymuhammadahsanbhoonBhoon beats Tahir Faraz Abbassi in election.His opponent secured only four votes.Bhoon elected as member JCP for two years. ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Bar Council ... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/rTm5xeI via IFTTT

Will England's Buttler lose captaincy after Champions Trophy exit?

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England's captain Jos Buttler addresses a presser at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on February 25, 2025, on the eve of their ICC Champions Trophy one-day international cricket match against Afghanistan. — AFP England's white-ball captain, Jos Buttler, has said he will hold discussions... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/1GKtXeZ via IFTTT

Govt denies opposition claims of 'barring Islamabad hotel' from hosting two-day moot

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Prime minister's aide on public and political affairs Rana Sanaullah addressing a press conference in this undated image. — PID/FileRana says opposition must reveal who gave orders.Adds hotel staffer may have made up statement. "Abbasi, Fazl, Achakzai will talk instead of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/OBUtCbM via IFTTT

Mustafa Kamal among four expected to join federal cabinet

PM Shehbaz vows to bring Azerbaijan's one-stop public service model to Islamabad

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif being briefed by Ulvi Mehdiyev, chairman of the State Agency for Public Service and Social Innovation about the services offered by 'Asan Khidmat' during his visit to one of the centers in Baku, Azerbaijan on February 25, 2025. — PIDAsan Khidmat gives... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/TxXzcCy via IFTTT

DeepSeek rushes to launch new AI model as China goes all in

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This representational image shows a finger tapping the DeepSeek icon on a screen. — Reuters/File Chinese startup DeepSeek triggered a $1 trillion-plus sell-off in global equities markets last month with a cut-price AI reasoning model that outperformed many Western... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/JXzK95l via IFTTT

Atletico surrender lead but fight back to 4-4 draw against Barcelona

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Atletico Madrid's Argentine forward #19 Julian Alvarez scores their second goal past Valencia's Georgian goalkeeper #25 Giorgi Mamardashvili during the Spanish league football match between Valencia CF and Club Atletico de Madrid at Mestalla Stadium in Valencia on February 22, 2025.... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/J8OVWPH via IFTTT

20 acres of KPT land recovered in major anti-encroachment drive

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An aerial view of Karachi showing the Native Jetty bridge and the Karachi Port Trust building on a smoggy morning in the metropolis. — Reuters20 acres of KPT land reclaimed in Machhar Colony operation.Nine operations recovered land worth Rs36.193 billion so far.KPT vows to continue... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/KqZL6gy via IFTTT

What went wrong for former champions Pakistan in mega event

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Mohammad Rizwan looks on, Pakistan vs India, Dubai, Champions Trophy, February 23, 2025. — ICC KARACHI: Title-holders and hosts Pakistan crashed out in the group phase of the Champions Trophy after losing to New Zealand and arch-rivals India. They still have a match to play,... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/jp5rwbH via IFTTT

Minister slams Indian media over 'baseless' reports of terror threats in Pakistan

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Foreigners face terror threat in Pakistan, claim Indian media.Indian reports attempting to "sabotage" sports in Pakistan, says Tarar.He reiterates country was doing "great job" hosting tournament. Pakistan is hosting the International Cricket Council Champions Trophy 2025 "peacefully and very... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/5e2Ffu8 via IFTTT

COAS, Punjab CM attend horse and cattle show finale

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A collage of Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's pictures. — ISPR.Facebook@TheMaryamNSharif The lively Horse and Cattle Show 2025, themed “May Punjab Prosper Forever,” came to a spectacular close on Monday. Punjab... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/wU8dZxi via IFTTT

Kohli silences 'the noise' with record-breaking century against Pakistan

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India's Virat Kohli in action against Pakistan on February 23, 2025.— Reuters Indian legend Virat Kohli says he shut down "the noise" to compile an unbeaten 100 and become only the third man to make 14,000 runs in one-day internationals in Sunday’s six-wicket triumph over... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/Gx3gldw via IFTTT

'They put us under pressure': Rizwan admits shortcomings in India clash

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Pakistan's white-ball captain Mohammad Rizwan during a press conference at National Bank Stadium, Karachi, on February 18, 2025. — ReutersRizwan says Pakistan failed to capitalise on toss advantage.Credits India's bowlers for disciplined performance.Pakistan to play final group match... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/xa2oIfM via IFTTT

Virat Kohli sets new ODI record, leaves behind Tendulkar, Sangakkara

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India's Virat Kohli celebrates after hitting four runs to reach his century and win the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Pakistan at Dubai Cricket Stadium on February 23, 2025. — Reuters Becoming a vital player to earn victory for India by scoring a century in a... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/2p5xXta via IFTTT

DNA report confirms exhumed human remains belong to Mustafa Amir

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Mustafa Amir seen in this image. — Facebook@Saba Butt/File Amir's mother Wajeeha confirms remains belong to her son.SIU launches crackdown in connection with Armaghan drugs case.FIA investigate Armaghan’s connections to money laundering. The initial... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/uAcdKkF via IFTTT

Pakistan and India set to ignite Champions Trophy's high-stakes thriller

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Indian skipper Rohit Sharma and Pakistan skipper Mohammad Rizwan seen during a high-voltage clash on October 24, 2021. — ReutersPakistan faces a must-win match after New Zealand defeat.India dominates rivalry, winning seven of last eight ODIs.High emotions, full stadiums... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/qFZ0bos via IFTTT

Champions Trophy: Aqib Javed bets on pacers' match-winning firepower ahead of India clash

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Pakistani pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf. — Reuters/Facebook/@PakistanCricketBoard/File Pakistan coach Aaqib Javed on Saturday said his fast bowlers are "match-winners" and will pull off something special against arch-rivals India in their pivotal Champions... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/3AZon2a via IFTTT

WATCH: Sepectator who left Emma Raducanu distressed in match detained in Dubai

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Dubai Police detained a tourist who had engaged in behaviour that caused Emma Raducanu distress during her match at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, the government of Dubai said on Thursday. Britain's Raducanu was visibly distressed and reduced to tears during the first set of... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/AGml6Xv via IFTTT

With national conference on cards, opposition aims expansion of anti-govt alliance

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Leaders and members of opposition parties attend a meeting hosted by Tehreek Tahafuz Aiyeen-e-Pakistan chief Mahmood Khan Achakzai on February 11, 2025. — Facebook@MehmoodKhanAchakzaiOfficial Opposition delegation to meet Pir Pagara, GDA during Sindh visit.To also... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/MIg7nZf via IFTTT

CJP advises PTI to stay in system, avoid boycotts: Gohar

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PTI delegation comprising Chairman Barrister Gohar, National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub along with other party leaders pose with CJP Yahya Afridi on February 21, 2025. — SC websiteCJP urges PTI to engage in judicial appointment process.PTI highlights human rights... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/oz23hS4 via IFTTT

Gurbaz thanks Karachi crowd, eyes comeback in Champions Trophy

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Islamabad United batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz talking to media on February 23, 2023. — Screengrab/Youtube@PakistanSuperLeagueOfficial KARACHI: Afghanistan's wicketkeeper-batter Rehmanullah Gurbaz expressed gratitude to the fans who came to cheer for his side at Karachi’s national... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/iXNsGRB via IFTTT

Eight killed as van plunges into ravine in Kasur

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Representational image of road accident. — APP File At least eight people were killed and two others critically injured after their van plunged into a ravine in the Kasur district on Friday. The accident took place near Khara Morr on Raiwind Road. The passengers of the... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/M0nAVbD via IFTTT

Confident Bavuma eyes high-scoring Champions Trophy opener against Afghanistan

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South Africa cricket team captain Temba Bavuma pictured during a press conference in India. — Reporter Teams consistently posting scores around 300 in Karachi: Bavuma. Says Afghanistan are competitive team with lot of experience. South Africa to face... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/32bIwNE via IFTTT

Father in Badin kills daughter for seeking free-will marriage

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Human rights activists in Islamabad stage a rally against honour killings. — Reuters/File SUKKUR: In a tragic incident in Sindh's Badin district, a father brutally tortured his daughter to death for wishing to marry a man of her choice, committing Karo-Kari — an act of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/pFaNR3x via IFTTT

Pakistan, EU engage in talks to enhance counter-terrorism cooperation

'We need to fix mistakes,” says Naseem Shah after Pakistan's defeat

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Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah. — X@ICC/File KARACHI: Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah has expressed disappointment over the team’s shaky start in their opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy but remained optimistic about turning things around in the upcoming... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/JEgYflp via IFTTT

Salman Ali Agha reflects on missed opportunities in Champions Trophy opener

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Pakistan white-ball team vice-captain Salman Ali Agha addressing the media persons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground . — Reporter KARACHI: Pakistan all-rounder Salman Ali Agha stressed the importance of converting starts into big scores and maintaining consistency after his... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/X7iPw95 via IFTTT

If PTI proves rigging in any constituency, will hold repolling: Sanaullah

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Prime Minister's adie on Political and Public Affaris, Rana Sanaullah. — APP/File Sanaullah says PTI has accepted incumbent system.Adds attempt was made to create crisis on Nov 24. PM's aide accuses former PTI govt of corruption. Prime... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/LtB4EDS via IFTTT

In meeting with PM, CJP affirms taking opposition's input for 'sustainable reforms'

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi at Chief Justice House in Islamabad, February 19, 2025. — SC websiteCJP shares agenda of NJPMC meeting with PM Shehbaz.Premier agrees on providing govt's input on reforms soon. Apprises CJP of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/VXKHIa5 via IFTTT

Bayern edge past Celtic in dramatic Champions League clash

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Celtic's Nicolas Gerrit Kuhn celebrates scoring their first goal in Champions League clash against Bayern Munich at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany on February 18, 2025. — Reuters MUNICH: Bayern Munich clinched a spot in the Champions League last 16 after Alphonso Davies... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/bCdfEPD via IFTTT

At least seven bus passengers shot down in Barkhan, Balochistan

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The picture shows ambulance taking injured people to hospital. — YouTube/Geo News/Screengrab At least seven passengers were killed in a tragic incident in the Barkhan area of Balochistan on Wednesday, according to the Barkhan Assistant Commissioner. The attack... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/SPf41pD via IFTTT

PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan's strong desire to work closely with Trump admin

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US Charge d' Affaires Natalie Baker pays a courtesy call on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on February 18, 2025. — PIDUS Charge d' Affaires Natalie Baker pays courtesy call on PM.Emphasises need to enhance trade, cooperation in different fields.Baker mentions that new... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/W6AXprJ via IFTTT

Vawda claims 'PTI is compromised' amid internal rifts speculations

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Independent Senator Faisal Vawda during a press conference on May 16, 2024. — APPVawda says Marwat won't be allowed to remain in PTI.Adds KP ahead of other provinces in corruption. "No alliance, no sit-in would be organised after Eid." As the Pakistan... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/6Xusy19 via IFTTT

Five trucks torched after reckless heavy vehicle race claims another life in Karachi

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The image shows one of five trucks which were set on fire by enraged protesters on the Jail Chowrangi in Karachi on February 17, 2025. — YouTube/Geo News/Screengrab Drivers of water tankers were engaged in race, say police. Sindh home minister takes notice of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/duUyB0Y via IFTTT

Fire breaks out at Clifton shopping centre in Karachi

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A representational image of fire blazing. —Unsplash/File A fire broke out at a shopping centre located near Teen Talwar in the Clifton area of Karachi in Tuesday's wee hours. According to sources, the affected shopping centre has multiple clothing stores. The... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/zUf67kb via IFTTT

PML-N's Siddiqui asks PTI to quit assemblies, start protests if 2024 polls rigged

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PML-N Senator Irfan Siddiqui speaks during an interview in this undated photo. — APP/File In response to the election rigging allegations by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf , Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Senator Irfan Siddiqui challenged the former ruling party's lawmakers to quit the... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/k82uDcw via IFTTT

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan hopes for Pak vs Eng final in Champions Trophy

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LONDON: As cricket fans gear up for the much-hyped ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan is hoping for a final between the hosts, Men in Green, and England. Khan said that he would like to see Pakistan and England face off each other in the final for ICC... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/dcSDF7K via IFTTT

Pakistan shine at Asian Taekwondo Championships on day three

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Pakistani players at Combaxx 7th Asian Taekwondo Open Championships, Islamabad, February 15, 2025. — Instagram/@taekwondopakistan The Combaxx 7th Asian Taekwondo Open Championships witnessed thrilling action on Sunday as athletes from across Asia competed in various weight... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/DEP6jLR via IFTTT

FM Dar to attend key UNSC meeting on multilateralism in New York this week

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Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar chairing a meeting in this undated picture. — APP/File Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will travel to New York to participate in the high-level meeting of the United Nations Security Council on “Practicing... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/O7XSBT6 via IFTTT

After Marwat, more PTI MNAs face risk of 'expulsion from party'

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A combination of images of PTI lawmakers Miqdad Ali Khan, Riaz Fatyana, Zarqa Suharwardy and Zain Qureshi. — NA, Senate websites Zain Qureshi will reportedly be exempted from expulsion.Imran Khan sends message to party leadership to do the needful. "Those who... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/LuOUgsm via IFTTT

Imran Khan 'orders contact with opposition parties' for protests after Eid

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan issued directives on Saturday to expedite "establishing contact with other opposition parties for protests after Eid", his lawyer Faisal Chaudhry said on Saturday. "Imran Khan proposed to organise protests after Eid," said... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Eg24j3e via IFTTT

'No need to fear China's rise': President Zardari lauds Beijing's non-interference policy

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Chinese President Xi Jinping interacts with President Asif Ali Zardari at a signing ceremony in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on February 5, 2025. — AFPPresident greatly impressed by China's development.Lauds Beijing's foreign policy of non-interference.Highlights its... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/tDlbT8g via IFTTT

IFJ president slams amended Peca law amid journalists' countrywide protests

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Members of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists shout slogans during a protest against amendments in the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act in Islamabad on January 28, 2025. — AFP KARACHI: Dominique Pradalie, the president of the International Federation of Journalists ,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/LD2QndZ via IFTTT

Mustafa murder case: Sindh CM questions judge's 'inappropriate' remarks on police

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Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah addresses inauguration of the newly modernised Model Police Station on Sharea Faisal on February 14, 2025, in this still taken from a video. — YouTube/GeoNewsLiveCM Shah raised concerns over judge's remarks on police.He questioned why police... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/aVRw7ZG via IFTTT

Unelected members managing PTI affairs, says Sher Afzal Marwat

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MNA Sher Afzal Marwat addresses a press conference at National Press Club. — NNI/File Disgruntled former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf MNA Sher Afzal Marwat blasted the party's current leadership by saying that "unelected members are managing all party affairs"... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/sEiIZA8 via IFTTT

131 Pakistanis deported from 12 countries in 48 hours

Karachi road crashes leave 108 dead

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View of site after traffic accident due to over speeding while recuse operation underway, at Sohrab Goth Flyover in Karachi on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. — PPIFreight train, oil tanker collide in Mai Kolachi.Mai Kolachi accident causes traffic disruptions.Accident in Malir's Memon... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/tACk0js via IFTTT

CJP Afridi administers oath to newly-appointed Supreme Court judges

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Newly appointed judges take oath at Supreme Court, Islamabad on February 14, 2025, in this still taken from a video. — YouTube/GeoNewsLive Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori administers oath to acting SHC CJ.Justice Junaid Ghaffar sworn in oath-taking ceremony in... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/LHbwoF8 via IFTTT

PTI divide widens due to discord between political, lawyers' groups: sources

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PTI leaders Salman Akram Raja, Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Junaid Akbar, Sher Afzal Marwat. — Screengrab/X/@salmanAraja/AFP/Facebook/@JunaidAkbarMNA/Rayaan.Khan.MarwatLawyer group's complaints led to expulsion of Marwat: sources."Qaiser not in contact with Mahmood Achakzai," lawyers... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/7fDH0F3 via IFTTT