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July was Earth's third-warmest on record, EU scientists say

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- The world experienced it's third-warmest July on record this year, the European Union that tracks global warming said Thursday, after two consecutive years when temperatures soared... Read More


Balochistan, PR to launch people's train service between Sariab and Kuchlak soon

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- In a significant step toward enhancing affordable and dignified transportation for the people of Quetta and its surrounding areas, the Balochistan government and Pakistan Railways ... Read More


Fake animal semen racket busted in Layyah

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- The Kot Sultan Livestock Department has launched a crackdown on those involved in selling substandard, unregistered and fake animal semen in the Layyah district. Inspections, led ... Read More


Jirga head confesses to killing woman in Rawalpindi

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- In a shocking confession, the head of a jirga that ordered the killing of a married woman in Rawalpindi's Pirwadhai area has admitted to murdering her himself, police said. Accord... Read More


Muzaffargarh police arrest two for 'raping' disabled teenage girl

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- Police on Thursday said they had arrested suspects for allegedly raping a deaf-mute and mentally disabled girl in Punjab's Muzaffargarh district. Muzaffargarh police spokesperson ... Read More


Ombudsman Punjab Office holds awareness seminar

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- The Office of the Ombudsman Punjab organised an awareness seminar titled 'Sunwai Seminar' at the Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry Lahore (WCCIL) to create awareness about the... Read More


NBP expands digital footprint in another step towards cashless economy

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has taken another major step towards promoting a cashless economy by expanding its digital services to a wide range of institutions and organiza... Read More


Pakistani short film 'permanent guest' premieres toronto festival

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- The Pakistani short film 'Permanent Guest,' which highlights child sexual abuse, will be showcased at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in Canada. The film... Read More


Afghan refugee returns create housing crisis in Kabul

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- The forced return of Afghan refugees from Iran and Pakistan has caused a serious housing crisis in Kabul. Muhammad Mohsin Zaryab and many others are struggling to find affordable h... Read More


Glacier melt cuts Karakoram highway, boat capsizes Skardu

Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- Melting glaciers have caused rivers in Gilgit-Baltistan to swell, leading to serious damage in the region. In Hunza's Morkhun area, strong river currents eroded the riverbank and s... Read More