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Pakistan expresses concern over rise in Islamophobic incidents across India

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Kashmiri Muslim women walk along a street as an Indian paramilitary trooper stands guard in Srinagar, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, on May 2, 2025. — AFPTargeting of Muslims matter of serious concern, says MoFA spox.He says such actions violate international human... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/s9AGN4I via IFTTT

US-based group fails to secure meeting with Imran or top officials

Four motorcyclists, including food delivery rider, killed in Karachi road mishaps

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A representational image of bike involved in a road accident in Karachi. — Screengrab/ Reporter/FileVehicle's driver, Usman Shah Rashdi, arrested, vehicle impounded.Usman is grandson of ex-DIG Peer Hasan Rashdi, say police.Son killed, mother badly injured as vehicle collides with... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/dPC2Kcb via IFTTT

ADC martyred after terrorists attack residence in Balochistan's Sorab

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Armed assailants set fire to residence of Deputy Commissioner Sorab in Sorab, Khuzdar, Balochistan, May 30, 2025. — Screengrab via video/X@PakistanFauj QUETTA: Additional Deputy Commissioner Hidayat Buledi embraced martyrdom when armed assailants, belonging to Fitna al-Hindustan,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/s0m5wVQ via IFTTT

Arshad shines early as Pakistan duo reach javelin final

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Pakistan's javelin ace Arshad Nadeem celebrates after winning gold medal, Paris 2024 Olympics, Men's Javelin Throw Final, Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France, August 08, 2024. — Reuters Pakistan’s Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem and rising star... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/CfZmEJW via IFTTT

President Zardari signs bill prohibiting child marriage into law

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A child bride seen at a mass wedding ceremony. — Reuters/File Nikah khuwan violating law faces one-year jail, Rs100,000 fine.Man marrying underage girl faces 3 years rigorous imprisonment.Council of Islamic Ideology rejects legislation, calls it un-Islamic. ISLAMABAD:... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/shEtzvP via IFTTT

NEOC warns of severe weather as five systems hit country

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Vehicles making their way through stagnant rainwater accumulated on the road near Zero Point in the Federal Capital after heavy rainfall, Islamabad, May 24, 2025. — APPTwin cities forecast to face most intense weather conditions.NDMA asks citizens to secure vulnerable... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/DaKXR5E via IFTTT

Pakistan-India talks could restore stability in region amid fragile ceasefire: experts

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Soldiers from Pakistan and India at the border can be seen in this undated image. — Reuters LONDON: Experts at a leading defence strategy think tank have feared that the ceasefire between Pakistan and India remains fragile and the talks between the two South Asian rivals at... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/6AVqENC via IFTTT

Five policemen die as car plunges into gorge in AJK's Dhirkot

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Police officers stand behind crime scene marked with police tape. — AFP/FilePolice assistant director, IG's reader among deceased cops.AJKTA already notified closure of "incomplete" Lasdana road.Law enforcers neutralise four terrorists in Hussain Kot operation. Five... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/tRwh28x via IFTTT

President, PM reaffirm resolve to protect sovereignty on Youm-e-Takbeer

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Pakistan successfully carried out nuclear test on May 28, 1998. — Radio PakistanCalibrated response was measured, effective: presidentPM Shehbaz Sharif hails Pakistan's nuclear journey.Armed forces, chairman JCSC, services chiefs, felicitate nation. President Asif Ali... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/W38lFGm via IFTTT

Excited Zidane eyes top job with French national team

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Former player and manager Zinedine Zidane before the 2022 Ballon d'Or awards at Chatelet Theatre on October 17, 2022. — Reuters PARIS: Zinedine Zidane has said he is excited about the chance to become the head coach of the French national team. The football legend, who... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/lnRaH4e via IFTTT

At least six killed as heavy rains, dust storms hit parts of Pakistan

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Commuters are facing difficulties in transportation due to stagnant rain water after downpour due to poor sewerage system at Saddar Road, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, May 27, 2025. — PPITwo children killed in Multan, Swabi in rain-related incidents.Three children injured due to wall... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/02kqLiR via IFTTT

Cristiano Ronaldo leaving Al-Nassr soon?

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Soccer Football - Asian Champions League - Group B - Al Nassr v Al Rayyan - Al-Awwal Park, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - September 30, 2024 Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their second goal. — Reuters Cristiano Ronaldo indicated on Monday that he could leave Al Nassr after... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/YVbnNkp via IFTTT

Islamabad calls on world powers to rein in India's 'escalating rhetoric'

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Islamabad can be seen. — APP/File Islamabad has strongly censured New Delhi over the “reckless” and “hate-driven” remarks made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi against Pakistan, describing them as the product... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/9ZBGQ6V via IFTTT

Kuwait lifts visa ban on Pakistani citizens after '19-year hiatus'

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Laborers work at a construction site of the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah causeway in Kuwait City on Feb. 11, 2017. — AFP In a major development, Kuwait has lifted its 19-year-long visa ban on Pakistani citizens, the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis' Focal Person Mustafa... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/cMZVP6u via IFTTT

Not going to take Pakistan lightly, says Bangladesh coach

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Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons. — AFP/File LAHORE: Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons said that they would not take Pakistan lightly despite their recent inconsistent performance as they have the ability to beat any team. Speaking to media in Lahore, Phil Simmons... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/6fEGHik via IFTTT

How much prize money Lahore Qalandars got after victory over Quetta Gladiators?

Sikandar Raza jets in 10 minutes before toss to lead Lahore to PSL title

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Lahore Qalandars players carry teammate Sikandar Raza as they celebrate after their victory in the PSL X final match between Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on May 25, 2025. — AFP Sikandar Raza hit the winning runs to seal the Pakistan Super... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/t0zxK9W via IFTTT

Lahore Qalandars make history with record-shattering PSL X final chase

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Lahore Qalanders' captain Shaheen Shah Afridi celebrates with the trophy with players during the victory ceremony at the end of PSL X final at the Qaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on May 25, 2025. — X/@lahoreqalandars LAHORE: Lahore Qalandars etched their name into Twenty20... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/HvGy3tz via IFTTT

Arshad Nadeem honoured with 'Best Asian Athlete' award

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Pakistan’s Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem receives the Best Asian Athlete Award from Asian Athletics at Gumi, South Korea on May 25, 2025. — X/@ArshadOlympian1 Pakistan’s star javelin thrower and Olympian Arshad Nadeem has been awarded the Best Asian... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/6sZwRcQ via IFTTT

Bangladesh 10-member squad lands in Lahore for T20I series

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Bangladesh players are in a huddle, Rawalpindi, February 24, 2025. — ICCT20I series to begin in Lahore on May 28.Hasan, Tanvir, Parvez among players in first group.Teams to train at Gaddafi Stadium before opener. LAHORE: The first group... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/V7qMlnN via IFTTT

PM Shehbaz begins regional tour today to thank allies for support in India standoff

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses the UN General Assembly in New York, US, on September 27, 2024. — PIDPrime minister will have wide-ranging discussions with leaders. Shehbaz to attend International Conference on Glaciers in Dushanbe.Dar reviews full spectrum of bilateral... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/RST5rUv via IFTTT

ACP dedicates second day of Arts Alumni Festival to martyrs of Indian aggression

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Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah, Arts Council of Pakistan President Muhammad Ahmed Shah and others paying tribute to martyrs of Pakistan-India conflict during the second day of Arts Alumni Festival on May 25, 2025. — Reporter The second day of the Arts Council of Pakistan's Karachi "Arts... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/PsgQclb via IFTTT

Arabian Sea depression intensifies, but poses no threat to Pakistan

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People gather near the rising waves, before the arrival of the cyclonic storm, Biparjoy, over the Arabian Sea, at Clifton Beach, in Karachi, Pakistan June 13, 2023. — Reuters KARACHI: A low-pressure system in the Arabian Sea has intensified into a depression which is... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/KpiAFnS via IFTTT

At UNSC, Pakistan urges India to end state terrorism, hold dialogue

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Pakistan's UN Counsellor Saima Saleem addressing UNSC forum on May 23, 2024. — Screengrab/YouTube/@PTVNewsOfficial/FileRivers serve as lifeline for Pakistan's 240mn people, says Saima.Pakistani delegate tells UNSC India sponsors terrorism worldwide. She says if India had nothing... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/DyS7W9O via IFTTT

Pakistan ranks seventh in civilian harm, second in IED casualties globally: report

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Police personnel can be seen at the site of a blast in Quetta in this file image. — ReutersAOAV reports 67,026 global casualties from explosive weapons in 2024.Civilians account for 89% of casualties, with 24,147 deaths worldwide.Pakistan records 790 civilian casualties, with... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/FhGsucO via IFTTT

FO slams ex-US NSA, Indian defence minister on nuclear weapons security remarks

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Two guards stand outside of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs office in Islamabad. — AFP/FilePakistan remains fully confident in nuclear security regime. World should be "more concerned" about India’s nuclear arsenal. Congress calls for Amit Shah to be held... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/5Bgz6rv via IFTTT

'Escalatory statements, belligerent posturing exacerbate tensions', Pakistan warns India

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Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan address a press briefing in Islamabad, on May 16, 2025. — Facebook/FileIndia's inflammatory remarks aimed at stoking regional tensions."Pakistan urges the Indian leadership to exercise responsibility."Global community must take note of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/B3JcT4r via IFTTT

Pakistan, India may not face off in group stage of T20 World Cup 2026: report

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Players shake hands after the match between Pakistan and India at Dubai International Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on September 4, 2022. —Reuters KARACHI: Arch-rivals Pakistan and India are unlikely to play early matches of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 as they... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/NAaoL1k via IFTTT

WATCH: 'Charas' jibe sends Senate committee session up in smoke

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Awami National Party Senator Aimal Wali Khan and Pakistan Telecommunication Authority Chairman Maj-Gen Hafeez Ur Rehman. —Facebook/AimalWaliKhan/PTA website ISLAMABAD: A Senate body session spiralled into a fuming spat on Wednesday after Awami National Party Senator... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/fn3zFov via IFTTT

Arshad Nadeem hopes to break 100-metre barrier at Asian Championship

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Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem competes in the men's javelin throw final during the World Athletics Championships at the National Athletics Centre in Budapest on August 27, 2023. — AFP Pakistan's javelin ace Arshad Nadeem said on Wednesday that he has targeted a 100m throw at the Asian... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/3tLzZPj via IFTTT

Pakistan's Ashab, Hamza reach quarter finals at South Australian Open

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Ashab Irfan at the South Australian Open Squash Championship — Reporter KARACHI: Pakistan's Ashab Irfan and Hamza Khan secured quarter final berths on Wednesday at the South Australian Open Squash Championship with victories in the second round. The top seeded Ashab... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/o7R6zln via IFTTT

'Iron brother' China says will always support Pakistan's sovereignty after India conflict

Babar, Rizwan, Shaheen out of Pakistan squad for Bangladesh T20Is

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Shaheen Shah Afridi, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan can be seen during a match in this undated image. —AFP/File LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board on Wednesday unveiled a 16-member men’s squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, set to be... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/SiVO2Xp via IFTTT

Pakistan, China vow to bolster joint response mechanisms to emerging threats

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Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong calls on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at Air Headquarters, Islamabad, on May 20, 2025. — ISPR Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu on Tuesday resolved to... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/YJiWGrS via IFTTT

Pakistan's plains to face severe four-day heatwave

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Men ride on a motorbike as they cover their heads with a wet cloth to cool off and to avoid sunlight, during a hot summer day, as the heatwave continues in Jacobabad, on May 26. — Reuters The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a warning that most plain areas of the... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/EtGDHid via IFTTT

Indian, Romanian climbers die on Nepal's Lhotse

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This representational image shows a mountaineer holds on to the rope during an ice climbing session at Everest base camp, Nepal April 15, 2025. — Reuters KATHMANDU: Two climbers from Romania and India have died on Nepal's Mount Lhotse, the world's fourth highest peak,... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/1OBIQLu via IFTTT

PM Shehbaz hails Pakistan Navy for safeguarding sea lines against Indian aggression

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses naval officers and personnel at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, Karachi, May 19, 2025. — ISPR PM visits Navy Dockyard to pay tribute to Pak Navy.Premier boards Type-054A Class Destroyer PNS TAIMUR. Calls US President Trump "man of peace" for... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/ncYXt3A via IFTTT

Too soon to speak of any deal for Imran Khan

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PTI founder and former prime minister Imran Khan. — AFP/FilePTI leadership divided over secret talks with establishment signals.Aleema Khan denies any dialogue, deepens internal party confusion.Imran reportedly okays backchannel talks in private jail meeting. ISLAMABAD:... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/FStizlH via IFTTT

Pakistan-India tensions: DPM Dar leaves for China to hold high-level talks

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DPM Ishaq Dar is greeted by a PAF officer at the Nur Khan Air Base in rawalpindi before his departure on May 19, 2025. — X@ForeignOfficePKDar to hold discussions on evolving regional situation.MOFA says visit is part of ongoing high-level exchanges.Afghan FM Muttaqi set to join... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/DYzjo3d via IFTTT

Pakistan says ceasefire with India 'ongoing'

KP faces fresh financial irregularities worth Rs16.5bn

Govt committed to fostering digital ecosystem, says PM Shehbaz

Sherry Rehman's X account blocked in India

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PPP Senator and former federal minister Sherry Rehman. — X Pakistan Peoples Party Senator and former federal minister Sherry Rehman's X has been blocked in India as hostilities between the two nations rise despite a ceasefire last week. Without presenting any... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/2morC5V via IFTTT

From conflict to diplomacy: How PM Shehbaz and COAS challenged India

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir gesture in this image taken on their visit to meet members of the armed forces who took part in Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos against India. — Instagram/shehbazsharif ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/sU80nT6 via IFTTT

Pakistani police officer Anum Khan wins Global Investigation Award in Dubai

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Anum Khan Muhammad Sher receives the 'Excellence in Criminal Investigation Award' from Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police during the 2025 World Police Summit Awards in Dubai. — Dubai police. DUBAI: Pakistani police officer Anum... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/0KQGRn3 via IFTTT

Kashmir resolution key to lasting regional peace, says PM Shehbaz on Youm-e-Tashakur

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses ceremony related to Youm-e-Tashakur in Islamabad, May 16, 2025. — Screengrab via YouTube/Geo News We should talk about Kashmir issue, trade and terrorism: PM.Premier regrets India rejected offer of probe into Pahalgam... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/cPZ01dO via IFTTT

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz pay homage to armed forces on Youm-e-Tashakkur

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A combination of images showing President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. — APP/FilePresident says Pakistan will never compromise on its sovereignty.World "witnessed" Pakistan’s patience, operational effectiveness.Our Shaheens hammered enemy, gave it... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/eD4E2Li via IFTTT

Youm-e-Tashakur being observed nationwide to honour armed forces

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Members of Lahore's Clean City Labour Union are holding celebration demonstration to celebrate the remarkable success of Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos, at Lahore press club on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.— APP Youm-e-Tashakur is being observed across the country today to commemorate the... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/MyZDHu3 via IFTTT

Ronaldo tops Forbes' rich list for third year with $275m haul

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Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo pictured during a match between Portugal and Slovenia at Stozice Stadium, Ljubjana, Slovenia, March 26, 2024. — Reuters Poland's star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has been named the world’s highest-paid athlete for the third year in a row and the... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/0PKZfCv via IFTTT

Pakistan destroyed India's arrogance, shifted balance of power in region, says PM

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PM Shehbaz Sharif addresses the PAF officers, pilots and techincal staff at PAF's operational base at Kamra on May 15, 2025. — Screengrab via Geo NewsPM interacts with frontline personnel — including pilots: ISPR.We stand united, unshakable for defence of homeland: PM."Pakistan... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/CaMSRZg via IFTTT

Imran Khan accepts PM Shehbaz Sharif's offer for talks

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PTI founder Imran Khan. —Facebook/ PrimeMinisterOfficePakistan/ReutersKhan "wants" talks to have backing of military establishment.He prefers talks be conducted away from glare of TV cameras. Gohar confirms he has conveyed prime minister's offer... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/CHcWIln via IFTTT

Hasan Nawaz's bankruptcy ends with no charges brought against him

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Hasan Nawaz Sharif, the son of PML-N President and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif. — ReporterHasan Nawaz Sharif eligible to become company director again.Bankruptcy order was issued last year in case brought by creditors.He declared bankruptcy after being asked to pay... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/hSIjWAg via IFTTT

First heatwave of May expected to grip most parts of country this week

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A woman is washing her face amid scorching heat in Karachi. — AFP/File The Pakistan Meteorological Department on Wednesday predicted that the first heatwave of May will start today and prevail for the next three to four days. It predicted that a high pressure is... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/8bfedrF via IFTTT

PDMA Punjab issues heatwave alert amid rising temperatures

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Volunteers give water to people in a heatwave camp amid hot and humid weather in Karachi on May 21, 2025. — APP LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority Punjab has issued a high alert across the province, warning of a significant rise in temperature... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/57RMtyH via IFTTT

At least 5 die after dumper truck collides with rickshaws, motorcycles in Lahore

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Rescue officials can be seen at the site of dumper truck accident in Lahore.Accident takes place near Aakhri minute stop in Lahore.At least four people injured when dumper truck collided.Bodies taken to Shalimaar hospital after accident. LAHORE: In a shocking accident, at... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/hWUdM5K via IFTTT