Over 400 Climbers From 53 Nations Get Permits for Everest Ascent This Spring
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402 climbers from 53 countries get Everest permits this spring; govt earns Rs 684M, record attempts underway.
Sri Lanka, Pakistan Hold Strategic Defence Dialogue to Boost Regional Security
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Sri Lanka, Pakistan hold 5th Defence Dialogue in Islamabad to boost ties, regional security, and defence cooperation.
Pakistan to Challenge India’s IWT Suspension at Global Forums
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Pakistan plans legal action against India over IWT suspension following Pahalgam attack that killed 26 tourists.
Pakistan Says India Shared ‘No Evidence’ Even a Week After Pahalgam Attack
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Pakistan rejects India’s accusations on Pahalgam attack, calls them baseless amid rising tensions and mutual punitive actions.
Pakistan Gets $700 Million Investment Commitments at DFDI Summit
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Pakistan’s DFDI summit secures $700 million in investments, aiming to boost digital growth and exports despite challenges.
Pakistan Tells UN It Has Evidence ‘External Adversaries’ Behind Jaffar Train Attack
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Pakistan urges UN to hold perpetrators accountable for BLA’s deadly attack on Jaffer Express train, citing external sponsorship.
Pakistan Warns of Stronger Response if India Escalates Tensions
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Deputy PM of Pakistan Ishaq Dar vows a strong response to India if tensions escalate over the recent Kashmir attack.
Pakistan Shoots Down Indian Drone Near LoC Amid Kashmir Tensions
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Pakistan shoots down Indian quadcopter along LoC amid rising Kashmir tensions and threats of military escalation.