ACCORDING TO SAMAA New Monkeypox Case in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa A fourth case of monkeypox (Mpox) has been confirmed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with the latest patient identified as a 47-year-old man who recently returned from abroad. The individual was detected during routine screening at Peshawar Airport and has been transferred to the Police Services Hospital for treatment. Health Department’s Response In …
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Consults Allied Parties
Introduction: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif engages in consultations with leaders of allied parties on the name of the caretaker prime minister and the dissolution of the National Assembly. As the government nears the end of its constitutional term, these discussions are crucial in preparing for the upcoming elections. Consultation with Allied Parties: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif holds a meeting …
Read More »FM Bilawal Discusses Black Sea Grain Deal with Russian Counterpart
Introduction: In a significant bilateral development, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari engaged in a constructive telephone conversation with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov to discuss the implications of the Black Sea Grain Initiative (BSGI) on global food supply chains and the potential challenges posed by food inflation. The Black Sea Grain Initiative and Its Importance: The Black Sea Grain Initiative enables …
Read More »Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan to Face Contempt Charges in August
Introduction: Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to face fresh charges of contempt for publicly insulting officials of the Election Commission of Pakistan last year. The Election Commission’s special tribunal has decided to indict Khan on August 2. Khan, who had been avoiding appearances before the tribunal, appeared with his lawyers on Tuesday amid tight security in Islamabad. …
Read More »Monsoon Rains Claim 15 Lives in Pakistan's Northwest
Introduction: Recent monsoon rains in Pakistan’s northwest province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) have caused significant damage, claiming 15 lives in the last four days. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has reported that 12 houses were completely destroyed, and 83 others were partially damaged due to the heavy rains and floods. The government has initiated relief activities and released funds …
Read More »Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Denies Reports of Ishaq Dar
Introduction: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has refuted media reports that the government is considering Finance Minister Ishaq Dar as the caretaker prime minister. Speaking to reporters outside the Parliament House, Asif dismissed the news, stating that it was leaked by a credible journalist but lacks any truth. Clarifying the situation, Asif emphasized that no work has commenced on the matter, …
Read More »PML-N Advocates Ishaq Dar as Interim PM, PPP Raises Disagreement
Introduction: The political atmosphere in Pakistan has intensified as the country’s two major political parties, PML-N and PPP, clash over the nomination of the interim prime minister. While PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif has expressed his desire to see loyalist Ishaq Dar take up the role, the PPP remains opposed to the idea, resulting in a standoff between the ruling coalition …
Read More »Imran Khan Granted One-Day Exemption in Toshakhana Case
Introduction: In the ongoing Toshakhana case, the trial court in Islamabad granted former Prime Minister Imran Khan a one-day exemption from appearing in court. The case, filed by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), revolves around allegations of concealing details about state gifts. Amid legal developments and pleas for exemption, the court proceedings continued, and Imran Khan was directed to …
Read More »Emine Erdogan Visits UAE's Sheikh Zayed Grand Masjid
Introduction Emine Erdogan, the First Lady of Turkey, embarked on a meaningful journey of cultural exploration as she visited the illustrious Sheikh Zayed Grand Masjid in the UAE. Accompanied by the Director-General of Dubai’s Community Development Authority, the visit focused on the masjid’s profound message of tolerance and openness, reflecting the vision of the late UAE Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed. …
Read More »Mystery Surrounds Chinese Foreign Minister's Disappearance
Introduction The unexplained disappearance of Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang has sparked intrigue and suspicion among foreign governments and diplomats. Amid China’s efforts to reengage with the world post-COVID, the lack of transparency surrounding Qin’s absence has left many questions unanswered. As the diplomatic community grapples with the implications of his vanishing act, concerns are raised about China’s secretive decision-making …
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