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Over 400 Climbers From 53 Nations Get Permits for Everest Ascent This Spring
402 climbers from 53 countries get Everest permits this spring; govt earns Rs 684M, record attempts underway.
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402 climbers from 53 countries get Everest permits this spring; govt earns Rs 684M, record attempts underway.
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Sri Lanka, Pakistan hold 5th Defence Dialogue in Islamabad to boost ties, regional security, and defence cooperation.
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Pakistan plans legal action against India over IWT suspension following Pahalgam attack that killed 26 tourists.
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Pakistan rejects India’s accusations on Pahalgam attack, calls them baseless amid rising tensions and mutual punitive actions.
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Pakistan’s DFDI summit secures $700 million in investments, aiming to boost digital growth and exports despite challenges.
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Pakistan urges UN to hold perpetrators accountable for BLA’s deadly attack on Jaffer Express train, citing external sponsorship.
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Deputy PM of Pakistan Ishaq Dar vows a strong response to India if tensions escalate over the recent Kashmir attack.
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Pakistan shoots down Indian quadcopter along LoC amid rising Kashmir tensions and threats of military escalation.
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The 6th Central Asia-China foreign ministers’ meeting focused on trade, cooperation, and global challenges in Almaty.
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Pakistan hosts inaugural DFDI Forum 2025 to boost digital investment, showcase IT growth, and attract global tech funding.