Politics

Pakistan Loses Rs65 Billion to Internet Shutdowns in 2023

What Happened: In 2023, Pakistan lost over Rs65 billion due to internet shutdowns, ranking 7th globally, with significant economic impacts reported across several countries. What Happened: In 2023, internet shutdowns cost Pakistan’s economy over Rs65 billion ($237.6 million) and affected 83 million people during 259 hours of disruptions, according to Statista. Pakistan ranked 7th globally […]

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PIA Flight PK-404 Disappears Without a Trace in 1989

What Happened: On August 25, 1989, Pakistan International Airlines Flight PK-404 disappeared shortly after takeoff from Gilgit, and despite extensive searches, the wreckage was never found, leaving the case unsolved. What you need to know: On August 25, 1989, Pakistan International Airlines Flight PK-404, a Fokker-F27 Friendship, took off from Gilgit Airport en route to

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Pakistan Invites Modi to Attend SCO Summit in Islamabad

What Happened: Pakistan invites Indian Prime Minister Modi to the SCO summit in Islamabad, marking the first such invitation in eight years despite ongoing tensions. What you need to know: Pakistan has officially invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, set for mid-October in Islamabad, marking the first such

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Man beats wife to death for giving birth to fifth daughter in Bahawalpur.

What Happened: Shumaila Bibi was tortured to death by her husband and in-laws in Bahawalnagar for giving birth to a daughter and not bringing a dowry. What you need to know: In a tragic case from Bahawalnagar, Shumaila Bibi was tortured to death by her husband and in-laws for giving birth to a daughter. Shumaila

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Motaz Azaiza thanked the Irish people for their strong display of solidarity with Palestine

What Happened: Motaz Azaiza thanked the Irish for supporting Palestine and highlighted the need to address Thales, a Belfast weapons manufacturer linked to arms used against Palestinians. What you need to know: Motaz Azaiza expressed gratitude to the Irish people for their strong support of Palestine, but emphasized that more work is needed to end

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Taliban Enforces New Restrictions on Women’s Freedom

What Happened: The Taliban’s new restrictive laws in Afghanistan further limit women’s freedoms, enforcing full-body veils, banning public speaking, and formalizing harsh penalties for non-compliance. What you need to know: Life for women in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan has become more restrictive as the government enforces new “vice and virtue” laws. Issued by the ministry for the

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Woman Tortured and Abandoned by In-Laws in Punjab for Not Having a Son

What Happened: In Narowal, Punjab, a woman was tortured and abandoned by her in-laws for not bearing a son, leading to a case against her husband and father-in-law. What you need to know: In Narowal, Punjab, a tragic incident occurred where a woman was allegedly tortured by her in-laws for not producing a male heir.

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Man Pays Rs 2.5 Lakh to Kill Wife due to over spending in Madhya Pradesh

What Happened: In Madhya Pradesh, a man paid Rs 2.5 lakh to friends to murder his wife over her excessive spending, initially disguised as a road accident. What you need to know: In Madhya Pradesh, India, a man orchestrated the murder of his wife due to her excessive spending, paying Rs 2.5 lakh to his

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Maryam Nawaz announces free education, Support for Families of Martyred Police in Rahim Yar Khan

What Happened: Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz visited Rahim Yar Khan, honoring martyred police officers and announced support including free education, housing, and jobs for their families. What you need to know: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz recently visited Rahim Yar Khan to boost the morale of the police following the tragic loss of 12 officers

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