DawnMedia will hold a two‑day conference on September 2‑3 at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad to tackle malnutrition among children under five.
Aug 11, 2026, 2:55 AM
The National Assembly Secretariat records significant savings and job cuts after two years of reforms, returning almost nine billion rupees to the treasury and eliminating 302 positions.
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The commission now bans members from nominating relatives or associates, limits nominations to vacancy numbers, and adds a "below average" rating option.
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Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Minister Shafi Jan demanded that facts about Imran Khan's health be released, criticised restrictions on meetings, and called for a sit‑in outside the Supreme Court following a call by Chief Minister Sohail Afridi.
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In Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa, common leopards are increasingly targeted by local hunters. A rare leopard was killed on July 20 in Bajaur district, adding to a series of incidents where residents have shot, skinned, and discarded these animals while enforcement remains weak.
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A review of the 2026 census and election outcomes shows that the share of Muslims in western Uttar Pradesh has not translated into proportional political voice, raising questions about the lasting effects of partition decisions made 79 years ago.
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Business leaders warned that Pakistan will need a real GDP growth rate of 6% to 7% annually to keep pace with a projected population of approximately 400 million by 2040.
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Pakistan’s worker remittances rose 13% in July 2026 to $3.63 billion, the largest share coming from the UK and the US.
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Pakistan’s automotive sector is regaining confidence through electric vehicle adoption, but industry voices warn that inconsistent policy could stall progress. Stakeholders call for a clear framework that aligns with the upcoming NEV Policy 2025‑30 to protect consumer decisions and future investments.
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The 2026-27 Pakistani budget allocates Rs264 billion for highways, with additional funds for coalition partners and the ruling party. Critics question whether these large sums will drive meaningful economic growth.
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Pakistani campuses are changing their orientation approach. Rather than a brief information dump, they are turning the first week into an ongoing transition that builds relationships and supports diverse entrants from the start.
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The Express Tribune reports that Mir Raza, owner of a Karachi dessert chain, was originally considered a suicide but has been re‑classified as murder after a second post‑mortem.
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Sajid Iqbal secured 40,702 votes in LA-14, defeating former AJK prime minister Atiq Ahmed Khan who received 19,542 votes. The result marks a major setback for the Atiq family.
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At a recent conference, scientists highlighted that Pakistan’s absence at meetings linking environmental damage and antimicrobial resistance raises concerns about the integration of science into policy.
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The federal government announced that petrol would stay at Rs327.62 per litre and HSD at Rs380.86 per litre for August 11, citing the non‑publication of Platts rates.
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The Islamabad High Court requested written reports from the federal government and the Ministry of Law by Tuesday, highlighting a long‑standing delay in approving a summary that forwards Judicial Commission recommendations for new high court judges.
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A senior Pentagon official said the United States is not leaving Asia and is urging allies to share more of the security burden.
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The former 1994 Olympics gold medalist Rahim Khan expressed uncertainty about Pakistan’s prospects at the upcoming World Cup, citing limited preparation and coaching time.
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