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The Pakistan visit of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is rescheduled for mid-February amid reported Indian pressure.
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The Ministry of Religious Affairs announces 2025 Hajj packages: Rs1,075,000 for long, Rs1,150,000 for short, with limited seats available.
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A large laser-ignited fusion research centre is being built in China’s Mianyang, potentially aiding nuclear weapons design and power generation.
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Deputy PM Dar reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to China, strengthening ties and economic cooperation through CPEC.
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SBP announces timeline for new design currency notes, with release expected by 2025 pending cabinet approval.
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Trump’s foreign aid freeze disrupts development in Nepal, Pakistan, and other nations, with key projects halted.
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Catherine West meets Dr. Harini Amarasuriya to discuss poverty, regional development, and digital transformation.
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Yoshitha Rajapaksa granted bail on two surety bonds after arrest over alleged illegal property purchase in Ratmalana.
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Sri Lanka and UAE discuss enhancing trade ties, investment, and business opportunities at Dubai Chamber meeting.
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India and China agree to resume direct flights and pilgrimage, signaling a thaw in relations after years of tension.