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Pak–Mauritius Trade Far Below Its Potential; Value Addition Essential: LCCI President
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99 Dead, Over 11,900 Injured in 9,556 Road Accidents Across Punjab During Eid Holidays
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UK Government to Ban Asylum Seekers From Using Taxis for Medical Appointments
The British government has decided to ban asylum seekers from using taxis for medical appointments, with the new restrictions coming into effect from February. According to media reports, investigations revealed that asylum seekers were using taxis for long-distance travel, causing heavy expenses for the Home Office. In one case, an asylum seeker travelled 250 miles…
