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Nine Killed in Roadside Bomb Attack in Central India
Bulletin
January 7, 2025
At least 8 policemen killed in a Maoist bomb blast in central India, highlighting decades of conflict in the Red Corridor.
At least 8 policemen killed in a Maoist bomb blast in central India, highlighting decades of conflict in the Red Corridor.
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NUST’s NIPS hosts keynote on Pak-US relations, highlighting cooperation in peace, trade, and knowledge diplomacy for regional stability.
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MK Stalin announces $1 million prize to decipher the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) script, marking its centenary.
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Pak-UAE trade could triple, with a focus on startups and economic partnerships, says Consul General in Dubai.
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Discover Pakistan’s 2024 economic outlook: NETP goals, PSX growth, Gwadar trade, energy projects, and key milestones.
On Jan 5, TTP, labeled Fitna al Khawarij, declared war on Pakistan’s security and economy, making confronting Fitna al Khawarij essential for national stability.
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TTP statements threaten PML-N, military-linked businesses, escalating tensions amid Pakistan’s political and security crisis.
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Kashmiris mark January 5 as Right to Self-Determination Day, urging UN to fulfill its pledge for a plebiscite.
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Pakistan’s Prime Minister urges international action for Kashmir’s right to self-determination on Right to Self-Determination Day.