Pakistan FM

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Pakistan Minister Holds Meeting With IMF Over $7 Billion Loan

The Pakistani government has received a memorandum on the terms and conditions from the IMF for the completion of a USD 7 billion loan programme.  Pakistan Finance Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the development with awaited staff-level-agreement after a meeting with the IMF delegation. It is to be noted, Pakistan is facing a major economic crisis, and is looking for a loan to overcome the crisis.

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 - 11:45 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Pakistan(40), IMF, memorandum, Pakistan Minister, LOAN, tax

Courtesy: NDTV

Javed Miandad

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India Can Go To Hell, Says Former Pak Cricketer Miandad

The war of words amid the venue of the upcoming Asia Cup, between the BCCI and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) continues. On February 6, former Pakistan captain Javed Miandad reacted to the issue after BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said Indian won't be traveling to Pakistan for the Asia Cup.  Miandad said, "India can go to hell if they don't want to come to Pakistan. It doesn't bother us."

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 - 05:31 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Asia Cup 2023, Pakistan(40), India-Pakistan, Cricket, Javed Miandad

Suicide blast

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Suicide Blast At Mosque Kills 17 People, Leaves 95 Injured In Pakistan

In Pakistan's Peshawar, a powerful suicide blast was reported at a mosque during afternoon prayers on January 30.  The incident resulted in the killing of 17 people and wounding of approximately 95 others, mostly policemen, security and health officials, confirmed sources. The blast occurred near the Police Lines area around 1:40 PM, when a suicide attacker blew himself up during the Zuhr (afternoon) prayers. The police launched an… read-more

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 - 03:35 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: bomb blast, Pakistan(40), Mosque, Suicide Attacker, KILLED

Bilawal Zardari

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Bilawal Zardari Raises Jammu & Kashmir Issue Despite Flood Funding For Pakistan

Bilawal Zardari, Pakistan's Foreign Affairs Minister raised Jammu and Kashmir issue in New York, on September 23. Despite knowing the flood-affected situation in the Islamic country and seeking funds for the development of the country, the Minister expressed concern about the Jammu and Kashmir issue, relation with India and other political matters. Furthermore, while addressing the New York Council of Foreign Relation, Bilawal raised ways to… read-more

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 - 10:25 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Pakistan(40), Flood Affected Country, Bilawal Zardari, Jammu and Kashmir Issue, India-Pakistan relations

Courtesy: ANI

Mohammad Rizwan

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Mohammad Rizwan Sustains Leg Injury, Will Undergo MRI Scan

Pakistan wicket-keeper batter Mohammad Rizwan is set to undergo a precautionary MRI scan after sustaining a strain in his right leg during the five-wicket win over arch-rivals India. Notably, Pakistan won against India in the Super 4 stage of the South Asia Cup 2022. Rizwan sustained the strain while landing awkwardly on his right leg in his effort to collect Mohammad Hasnain's delivery during India's innings, reported local media.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 - 08:09 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Pakistan(40), Leg Injury, Mohammad Rizwan, South Asia Cup 2022, Cricketer

Pakistan Power Outage

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Pakistan Might Face Internet Shut Down Amid Power Outages

Pakistan is likely to face an internet shutdown amid the constant power outages in Pakistan. In a Twitter post, the National Information Technology Board (NIBT) said, "Telecom operators in Pakistan have warned about shutting down mobile and internet services due to long hours power outages nationwide, as the interruption is causing issues and hindrance in their operations."  Furthermore, the Pakistan PM also warned of increased load-shedding… read-more

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 - 10:42 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Pakistan(40), power outage, Load-Shedding, Internet Suspension, Pakistan PM

Courtesy: NDTV

Aamir Liaquat

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Popular Politician, TV Host Aamir Liaquat Found Dead In Karachi

Prominent TV host and politician Aamir Liaquat was found dead the unconscious at his residence, in Karachi, Pakistan, on June 9. The 50-year-old was rushed to the hospital, where he was declared dead. The body has been sent for postmortem and reports are awaited. Highlighting Liaquat's career, was questionable after he was banned from television for his hate speech. The case is under investigation.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 - 08:42 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Pakistan(40), TV Host, prominent, Found Dead, Karachi

Courtesy: Hindustan Times

PM Imran Khan

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PM Imran Khan Ousted After Losing Trust Vote: Pakistan

Pakistan PM  Imran Khan is no more in power, after the "No-Trust-Vote", which happened in the wee hours of April 10. Notably, The opposition parties secured the support of 174 members in the 342-member National Assembly, more than the needed strength of 172 to oust PM Imran Khan. Furthermore, Khan was not present during the voting, following the no-trust vote, lawmakers of Khan's party also walked out of the proceedings.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 - 01:38 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: PM Imran Khan, Pakistan Political Crisis, No Trust Vote, Pakistan(40), Opposition

Pakistan cabinet meeting

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Pak PM Holds Cabinet Meeting Ahead Of No Trust Vote: Islamabad

Pakistan PM Imran Khan conducted a Federal Cabinet meeting, ahead of the 'no-trust-vote' in Islamabad, on April 8. During the meeting, Khan discussed Pakistan's political scenario and SC's ruling out Deputy Speaker's decision. After the meeting, Khan said, "I have called a cabinet meeting tomorrow as well as our parliament party meeting; & tomorrow evening I will address the nation." No-Trust-Vote will be held at 10 am, on April 9.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 - 07:14 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: PM Imran Khan, Cabinet Meeting, No Trust Vote, Pakistan(40), SC

Smriti Mandhana

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Smriti Mandhana Declared Fit For ICC Women's World Cup

Indian women's cricket team player Smriti Mandhana, who recently was injured during warm-up fixture against South Africa, has been declared fit by doctors, on February 27.  With this, Mandhana will continue ICC Women's World Cup Campaign against Pakistan, starting from March 6.  Besides, Indian Women's cricket team is also set to play warm-up against West Indies, before world cup. Meanwhile, in the first warm-up game against SA, India won.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 - 12:30 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: smriti mandhana, indian womens cricet team, Pakistan(40), South Africa, ICC Women's World Cup