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News Desk  Islamabad: Immigration officials of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) offloaded an Afghan national at Islamabad International Airport after detecting a fake travel record and evidence suggesting the use of multiple…

Asem Mustafa Awan Islamabad: The train is visible. So is the danger. Yet the road remains busy. A car inches forward. Motorcycles slip across the tracks. Passengers continue their journey as a locomotive approaches in the background. It…

News Desk  Karachi: Jails across Sindh province are facing severe overcrowding, with prisoner numbers far exceeding their official capacity, according to official documents. The total capacity of prisons in Sindh is around 14,000…

News Desk  Multan: In a strong defence of emergency surgical practices at Nishtar Medical University, senior doctors have rejected allegations of negligence during an operation performed on an HIV-positive patient, insisting that all…

News Desk  Islamabad: As Eid-ul-Adha celebrations begin with the spirit of sacrifice, homes across Pakistan also come alive with the aroma of sizzling barbecue, tikka, kebabs and traditional meat dishes. From rooftops to lawns,…

Hina Durrani  Islamabad: Across Islamabad, Eid celebrations are marked by a vibrant display of traditions, hospitality, and shared joy, but one culinary delight continues to claim the spotlight on festive tables: 'Sheer Khurma'. From…

News Desk Islamabad: During Ramadan, dates hold a special place at Iftar, not just for their delicious taste but also because they provide instant energy and are a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).  While many enjoy…

APP Islamabad: As Ramadan brings families together for iftar, a growing number of households are turning to home-based kitchens run by women for convenient, ready-to-fry snacks.  The trend of ordering frozen iftar items such as…