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Turkish Parliament Speaker Praises Punjab’s Heritage Preservation EffortsCalls for Enhanced Pakistan–Turkey Cooperation in Culture and Tourism
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 6:15 pmOctober 15, 2025 6:15 pm

By Staff Reporter Muhammad ShahzadLAHORE Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly Prof. Dr. Numan Kurtulmuş has commended the Government of Punjab for its remarkable efforts to preserve and promote historical and cultural heritage, during his visit to the Lahore Museum on Wednesday. Prof. Dr. Kurtulmuş was warmly welcomed by Dr. Ehsan Bhutta, Secretary Tourism,…

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Awareness Walk at LGH Marks World Mental Health Day 2025Prof. Farooq Afzal Emphasizes Timely Mental Health Support During Crises
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 6:14 pmOctober 15, 2025 6:14 pm

By Staff Reporter Dr. Ansab AliLAHORE— Principal of Ameer-ud-Din Medical College (AMC) Prof. Dr. Farooq Afzal underscored the urgent need to prioritize mental health care alongside physical health, particularly during disasters and emergencies. Speaking at an awareness walk and seminar organized at Lahore General Hospital (LGH) to mark World Mental Health Day 2025, he emphasized…

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HKGCC and Punjab Sign Landmark MoU to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 6:12 pmOctober 15, 2025 6:12 pm

By Staff Reporter Farzana ChaudhryLAHORE (International Desk) — In a major step toward deepening economic cooperation between Hong Kong and Pakistan’s Punjab province, the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) and the Industries, Commerce & Investment Department Punjab (ICID) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on October 13 to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and…

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IG Punjab Pays Tribute to Fallen Heroes on 16th Anniversary of 2009 Lahore Terror Attacks
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 6:11 pmOctober 15, 2025 6:11 pm

By Staff Reporter Muhammad ShahzadLAHORE — Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar has paid heartfelt tribute to the 14 police officers and officials who embraced martyrdom in three coordinated terrorist attacks carried out in Lahore in 2009. Speaking on the 16th anniversary of the tragedy, Dr. Anwar said, “We salute the great sons…

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“How Can We Shake Hands With Those Whose Hands Are Stained With Our Blood?” — Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 5:54 pmOctober 15, 2025 5:55 pm

ISLAMABAD (Muhammad Saleem ) — Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Monday rejected calls for immediate dialogue with Afghanistan, asking rhetorically how Islamabad could negotiate “with those whose hands are stained with our blood,” in remarks reflecting deep public anger after recent deadly border clashes. Asif’s comments came amid one of the sharpest escalations…

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Imran Khan Calls for Nationwide Protest Over Muridke Incident, Demands Judicial Commission
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 5:42 pmOctober 15, 2025 5:42 pm

ISLAMABAD (International Desk) — Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan has announced a countrywide protest in response to the Muridke incident, calling for the establishment of a judicial commission to investigate the matter. In a statement issued from jail through his legal team, Khan demanded that Islamabad’s Inspector General of Police…

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“Release Me on Parole and I’ll Broker Peace Between Pakistan and Afghanistan,” Imran Khan Says
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 5:41 pmOctober 15, 2025 5:41 pm

ISLAMABAD (M.Saleem ) Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has offered to mediate between Islamabad and Kabul — saying he could help establish peace between the two neighbours if temporarily released on parole, his legal team and family members told reporters on Wednesday. The appeal came as Islamabad and Afghan authorities…

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Over 2,700 Arrested in Punjab After Violent Protests by Religious Group
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 5:38 pmOctober 15, 2025 5:39 pm

LAHORE.Authorities in Punjab have arrested 2,716 activists linked to a religious organization following a series of violent demonstrations across the province, police confirmed on Tuesday. According to officials, injured protesters will be detained immediately upon discharge from hospitals, as part of a coordinated crackdown. Law enforcement agencies have also completed geo-fencing operations to track down…

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CM Sohail Afridi Orders Inquiry Report on Sanam Javed Case, Summons IG Police
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 5:36 pmOctober 15, 2025 5:36 pm

PESHAWAR (International Desk) — Newly appointed Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Afridi, has taken his first major action in office by summoning the provincial Inspector General (IG) of Police over the case involving Sanam Javed. According to official sources, the Chief Minister has directed the IG to submit a detailed report by tomorrow, emphasizing…

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Pakistan’s Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Engages with Community Delegation in Qatar
Posted onOctober 15, 2025 10:34 amOctober 15, 2025 10:34 am

Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, held a meeting in Doha with a 40-member delegation representing the Pakistani community in Qatar, which comprises more than 300,000 overseas workers. The delegation included entrepreneurs, professionals, and representatives of skilled and semi-skilled workers. Secretary Workers Welfare Fund Zulfiqar Ahmed and Pakistan’s Deputy…

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