Airpower and counterterrorism evolve as Pakistan fights terrorism in Afghanistan with airstrikes, intelligence, and advanced tech.
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At least seven people were jailed in Bangladesh for raping children in six districts, with one victim’s father dying in shock.
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Pakistan plans to privatize PIA by July, with Roosevelt Hotel’s fate uncertain amid a terminated $228M lease deal in New York.
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Pakistan, IMF discuss next $7 billion tranche, focusing on economic reforms, new taxes, and energy tariffs to meet loan conditions.
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NADRA unveils Pakistan’s first Dematerialised Digital Identity Card, marking a major step in the country’s digital transformation.
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UN Chief Guterres, Prof Yunus to visit Rohingya camp in Cox’s Bazar on March 14 as part of Ramadan solidarity tour.
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Nepal’s exports surged 46.5% to Rs127.20B, driven by soybean oil, while high-value goods saw only marginal growth.
BLA’s Jaffar Express attack marks a major escalation. Can Pakistan counter the threat and address internal security lapses?
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Sri Lanka’s women boxers miss IBA World Championship in Serbia due to visa complications and lack of financial support.
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UNHCR representative Arafat Jamal urges global support for Afghanistan, warning of mass migration and regional instability.