Government continues to neglect coalminers’ security
Lahore, 27 August. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) notes with grave concern that the government continues to neglect coalminers’ right to life and security of person in…
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Malaria trial shows 70% reduction in severe cases
A new approach using existing medicines to prevent malaria has been shown to reduce severe cases of the parasitic disease among infants by more than 70 percent in sub-Saharan Africa,…
Covid symptoms last a year for many patients: study
Fatigue and shortness of breath still afflict many patients a year after their hospitalisation for Covid-19, according to a new Chinese study calling for a better understanding of the…
12 US troops killed, 15 wounded in Kabul attacks: US general
Twelve US servicemen were killed and 15 wounded in suicide bombing attacks in Kabul on Thursday by Islamic State militants, the head of US Central Command said.
"A number of Afghan…
Islamic State suicide bombers kill dozens at Kabul airport
Islamic State suicide bombers attacked crowds of people gathered Thursday outside Kabul airport hoping to flee Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, killing dozens including 12 US troops.
The…
Six dead in Kabul airport attack as airlift deadline looms
Two explosions rocked Kabul airport Thursday, killing at least six people and injuring a dozen others after Western nations warned of an imminent terror threat and as thousands of people…
Imran, Putin agree to cooperate with SCO for regional peace, security
Prime Minister Imran Khan and Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephonic conversation on Wednesday exchanged views on the evolving situation in Afghanistan and bilateral relations.…
Afghans rush to flee Taliban as hopes emerge for more time
Afghans on Thursday hurried to escape Taliban rule, but Western officials said the group had made assurances that some evacuations would be permitted after next week's US withdrawal…
Talks with Taliban must continue to preserve gains: Merkel
The international community must maintain dialogue with the Taliban if it is to protect improvements made in Afghanistan during two decades of NATO deployment, German Chancellor Angela…
Tajik President, Pakistan FM discuss Afghan peace
Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi called on President of Tajikistan Emomli Rahmon today in Dushanbe.
During the call, Foreign Minister Qureshi conveyed warm greetings from…
Imran Khan launches first-ever ‘Smart Forest’ near Sheikhupura
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said the Ravi River Urban Project, besides its environmental benefits, was expected to generate $40 billion revenue for the country.
“The project…
Two Chinese vaccines get Saudi approval
Saudi Arabia has included the Sinopharm and Sinovac Covid-19 jabs to its list of approved vaccines, taking the total number to six, a media report said.
According to the Saudi Gazette,…
Pakistan level Test series against West Indies after Afridi’s heroics
Pakistan have levelled the two-match series after dismissing the West Indies for 219 on day five at Sabina Park
Shaheen Shah Afridi bagged four wickets on the final day, claiming…
IMF chief commends Pakistan for “safe and swift” Afghanistan evacuation
Managing Director International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva has sent a note of thanks to Prime Minister Imran Khan, expressing gratitude over the “safe and swift evacuation” of…
Pakistan gets US$2.75 billion from IMF
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has received US$ 2.75 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), as part of Special Drawing Rights (SDR) allocation announced by the fund recently,…