Physical remand of Shahid Khaqan extended till August 15

An Accountability Court of Islamabad on Friday extended physical remand of former prime minister and senior PML-N stalwart Shahid Khaqan Abbasi till August 15. The graft-busting body had produced Khaqan Abbasi before Judge Mohammad Bashir after politician’s 13-day remand ended today. Approving request of National Accountability...

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Voting for no-trust motions against Chairman, Deputy Chairman Senate today

Authorities have finalised preparations for the upcoming session of the Upper House as voting for the no-trust motions against Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjran and the Deputy Chairman Salim Mandivalla is scheduled to take place in the Senate session today. Ballot papers for the forthcoming voting in Senate have been prepared...

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PM Khan, Saudi Crown Prince agree to to further boost bilateral ties

Prime Minister Imran Khan telephoned Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz and thanked him for his efforts and support to Pakistan and its interests. During the telephonic conversation, the Prime Minister stressed that the developing relations with Saudi Arabia is a top priority of his country. Imran Khan described...

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Daniel Kaluuya & Jodie Turner-Smith in Full Trailer for 'Queen & Slim'

"Thank you for bringing us this far… Thank you for this journey… no matter how it ends." Universal has debuted the full-length trailer for the movie Queen & Slim, directed by music video filmmaker Melina Matsoukas, from a screenplay written by the very talented Lena Waithe. The title is a nod to Bonnie & Clyde, about...

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Lupita Nyong'o in UK Trailer for Fun Zombie Comedy 'Little Monsters'

"My job is to keep them safe!" Altitude Films has released an official UK trailer for the indie zombie horror comedy Little Monsters, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in the Midnight category earlier this year. This wild and crazy zombie comedy is about a teacher and an aimless guy who end up on a field trip to...

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Promo Trailer for Rúnar Rúnarsson's 'Echo' Film Premiering in Locarno

"I heard your sister was going to repair it?" "Yes, that's true." "Dreams don't cost a dime." Screen Daily has debuted the first festival promo trailer for a new Icelandic drama from filmmaker Rúnar Rúnarsson (Volcano Sparrows), this one called Echo - or Bergmál in Icelandic. Set during Christmas, the film takes us on a journey...

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Frankenstein is Reborn in Teaser for Erynn Dalton's 'The Gravedigger'

"A Gothic Horror classic… reborn!" Our friends at Bloody Disgusting have debuted the first very brief teaser trailer for a new indie horror drama titled The Gravedigger, which is premiering at the Popcorn Frights horror festival in Florida this August. This new twist on the classic "Frankenstein story" takes place in one of...

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Judith Light & Mandy Patinkin in Trailer for Indie 'Before You Know It'

"I have to learn how to be an adult." 1091 Media has debuted an official trailer for an indie drama titled Before You Know It, which first premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. It has played at numerous other film festivals, and will get a small release at the end of August. From actress / director Hannah...

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First Real Teaser Trailer for Scorsese's 'The Irishman' Starring De Niro

"I heard you paint houses?" It's here! Finally!! Netflix has debuted a real teaser trailer for Martin Scorsese's highly anticipated next film The Irishman, which is set to arrive in theaters sometime this fall. This was just announced as the opening night world premiere at the New York Film Festival coming up this October,...

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Supreme Court: 14 years jail in charge of gas theft proved

Supreme Court of Pakistan on Wednesday turned down bail petition of an accused arrested under gas theft allegation. A bench of the apex court headed by Acting Chief Justice, Mr. Justice Sheikh Azmat Saeed, rejected bail plea of an accused from Lakki Marwat, who was arrested for allegedly stealing gas to generate electricity. Accused...

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ECC: Rs 1 billion granted as ‘Roti subsidy’ on gas for small bakers

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) joined heads today over the increase in prices of roti (flatbread) in Pakistan, on Wednesday. The Committee decided that a subsidy worth rupees 1 billion would be awarded to small bakers on gas consumption used to bake the dough. While gas prices for small bakers have also been reverted...

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North Korea test fires two short-range missiles from Hodo peninsula

North Korea test fired two short-range ballistic missiles from the Hodo peninsula on east coast on Wednesday. South Korean military in a statement said in Seoul, North Korean missiles launches intended to pressure South Korea and the United States to stop upcoming military drills scheduled for next month. from Latest News...

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US and Pakistan to enhance bilateral trade: White House fact sheet

The United States and Pakistan can further enhance bilateral trade if strategic ties between the two countries continue to improve, said a White House fact sheet released on Tuesday. The fact sheet “Working toward Peace and Stability: Building Economic Prosperity” notes that the United States and Pakistan enjoy a strong economic...

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FM Qurasi Saudi Minister discuss regional and global issues

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to expand bilateral cooperation in the fields of information and culture. The understanding came at a meeting between Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and Saudi Minister for Media Turki bin Abdullah A-Shabana in Islamabad on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, the Foreign Minister...

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Increased ceasefire violations indicate India’s frustration over failure in IoK: DG ISPR

Director-General Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Major General Asif Ghafoor on Wednesday said the increased Indian ceasefire violations (CFVs) indicate their frustration due to failure in Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on Twitter, DG ISPR said, “Increased Indian Cease Fire Violations (CFVs) indicate their...

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Increased ceasefire violations India’s frustrations: DG ISPR

Director-General Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Major General Asif Ghafoor on Wednesday said the increased Indian ceasefire violations (CFVs) indicate their frustration due to failure in Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on Twitter, DG ISPR said, “Increased Indian Cease Fire Violations (CFVs) indicate their...

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Lets fly out this holiday season! PIA announced discounted tickets

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced discounted tickets up to 20 per cent. In a series of tweets, the national flag carrier announced they would be offering discount up to 10 per cent to all the passengers travelling from London to Sialkot from September 24 to November 30. The discount season is on and we're...

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Hajj Operations: Govt saved Rs5 billlion in expenses of hotel, transport

Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Noor-ul-Haq Qadri said the government saved Rs5 billlion in the expenses of hotel and transport during the Hajj operations of this year. Speaking at a ceremony in Lahore, he said the government is returning the money to pilgrims which was saved in the expenses of hotels and transport. “Owing...

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FO summons Indian Deputy High Commissioner over ceasefire violations along LoC

Foreign Office summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia on Wednesday and lodged a strong protest over unprovoked ceasefire violations by the Indian forces along the Line of Control. An innocent civilian was martyred while nine other civilians, including women and children, sustained serious injuries in Danna,...

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Hafeez Sheikh to Chair ECP meeting Today

Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the cabinet will meet in Islamabad on Wednesday (today) with Finance Advisor Dr Abdul Hafeez Sheikh in the chair to fix support price of cotton in order to increase its production. A five-point agenda has been issued in this regard. In the meeting, Ministry of National Food Security...

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Little boy gave a new discovery to history

A young boy has accidentally found a nest of fossilised dinosaur eggs; how's that for a summer holiday activity, eh? The 11-year-old boy found what he thought was a 'strange stone' while out near a lake in Heyuan, Guangdong Province in China, but when he gave it a closer look, he thought it might be a dinosaur egg - and it...

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Federal Cabinet orders reversal of roti, naan price

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday chaired a meeting on gas tariff for tandoors and prices of roti and naan, expressing displeasure over the increase in their rates. He directed reverting the prices of roti and naan at the previous level. Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq...

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Cabinet orders reversal of roti, naan price

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday chaired a meeting on gas tariff for tandoors and prices of roti and naan, expressing displeasure over the increase in their rates. He directed reverting the prices of roti and naan at the previous level. Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq...

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Karachi faces more difficulties as Lath Dam overflows

K-Electric, the sole power distribution company in Karachi on Tuesday said the overflow of Lath Dam has created a critical situation at KDA Grid 33, causing a major breakdown in the metropolis. In a series of tweets, the power supply company said, the monsoon downpour in the city on Monday and Tuesday caused the Lath Dam...

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Sikh pilgrims arrive Pakistan to attain birth anniversary celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak

A special delegation of around 500 Indian Sikh pilgrims has arrived Pakistan to participate in the inaugural ceremony of celebrations of the 550th birth anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak in Nankana Sahib tomorrow. Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi issued visas to the Indian Sikh Pilgrims. A statement issued by Pakistan High...

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FM discuss human rights situation of IOK with European Parliamentarians

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has stressed upon the need for consistent efforts to build upon the current momentum and sensitize the international community regarding deplorable situation of human rights in Occupied Kashmir. He was talking to a 10-member delegation of European Parliamentarians in Islamabad. He said...

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Pakistanis can now get Canadian student visas in 20 days

Canada has made it easier for Pakistanis to get student visas for its country. Canada is a famous destination for Pakistani visitors, Canada always welcomes its visitors with open arms. Due to its easy visa and immigration policies Pakistanis love to visit or reside in Canada. It has included Pakistan in the Student Direct Stream program, which...

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Govt will protect and develop worship places of minorities: PM Imran

Prime Minister Imran Khan has reiterated his commitment to build Pakistan on the model of State of Madina, ensuring rights to people, rule of law and provision of facilities to citizens at equal level. Addressing a ceremony in connection with National Minority Day at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad on Monday, he said the State of Madina was a modern state...

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Court extends Judicial remand of Rana Sanaullah till 9 August

An Anti-Narcotics Court in Lahore has extended judicial remand of PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah and other five suspects in a case pertaining to possession of contraband in the vehicle. ANF produced all suspects before judge Khalid Bashir under tight security. As the hearing began, Advocate Nazeer Tarar held the point of view that the PML-N stalwart...

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Fake Bank Accounts Case: Zardari, Faryal s' remand extended till August 8

An accountability court has extended physical remand of former president Asif Ali Zardari and Faryal Talpur till August 8 in fake bank accounts and Park Lane Estate Company cases, on Monday. Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) co-chairman was produced before Justice Muhammad Bashir. As the hearing resumed, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Rawalpindi...

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Rain caused deaths of six in Punjab

At least six people were killed and several others suffered injuries in rain-related incidents in different areas of Punjab. According to the details, two siblings were killed and another injured when the wall of their house collapsed due to downpour in a Sargodah village. The area residents rushed to the science and shifted the bodies and the injured...

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KKH reopened one way for traffic

The Karakorum Highway has been restored between Gilgit and Diamer for one way traffic. FWO sources said that the road was blocked by landslide at Goner Farm near Chilas last night. Meanwhile, Workers of Frontier Works Organization have re-opened road for one way traffic in Guro,  Jaglot where mud-flow has blocked the Gilgit-Hunza portion of KKH ...

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Trump’s Mediation Offer On kashmir Has Exposed Modi Govt: Ali Zadi

Federal Minister of Maritime Affairs Ali Haider Zaidi on Sunday said that US President Donald Trump s offer of mediation on Kashmir has exposed Modi government. Talking to media on his return from United States, Ali Zaidi said that India is not interested in finding a solution of Kashmir dispute. He said that India does not know what to say on Trump...

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Pakistan, Iraq agrees to enhance bilateral relations

Pakistan's Ambassador to Iraq, Sajid Bilal called on Iraqi President Barham Salih in Baghdad. The Iraqi President acknowledged the important role Pakistan is playing in world affairs. Ways to further develop Pakistan-Iraq bilateral relationship were discussed on the occasion. The Pakistan Ambassador also invited Iraiq President on behalf of President...

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5th CPA Asia Regional Conference To Begin in Islamabad Today

Fifth Asia Regional Conference of Commonwealth Parliamentary Association will begin in Islamabad today. Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser will chair. It will be attended by Speaker of Ugandan Parliament and incumbent President, Member of British Parliament Lord Purvis of Tweed Jeremy Purvis, Member Malaysian Parliament Dr. Noraini Binti Ahmad,...

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Mikaal Zulfiqar will play a pilot in love with Sana Javed in his next drama

After appearing in Khasaara last year, Mikaal Zulfiqar is gearing up for his upcoming drama, Zard Bahaar alongside the Khaani star, Sana Javed. Mikaal said "My character’s name is Captain Salman who is a commercial airline pilot. He is in love with Dr. Samira, who is being played by Sana Javed. It’s a very intrinsic love story and naturally,...

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Foreign forces cannot bring security, cause more tension in region: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says any presence of foreign forces in the Persian Gulf will only cause even more tension in the region, amid reports that the UK and the US are pushing for a joint force to escort oil tankers as they pass through the Strait of Hormuz off Iran. “Iran makes constant efforts to ensure the Sea of Oman, the Persian Gulf...

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PCB decides to remove Sarfaraz as cricket team captain

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to remove Sarfaraz Ahmed as the captain of the national cricket team, with think-tank reportedly having already chosen his replacement. The PCB — prior to the ICC Test Championship — has decided to remove the cricketer from Test captainship. The 32-year-old Sarfaraz, who has led Pakistan in 13 Test matches...

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Police detain PTI's Alamgir Khan, three others as FixIt, PPP workers clash at protest

Police on Sunday detained Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) member of the National Assembly, Alamgir Khan, alongside at least three others as FixIt members and Pakistan People's Party (PPP) workers clashed during a protest. FixIt members, under the leadership of MNA Alamgir Khan, were staging a protest outside the office of minister of Sindh for local...

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Fazl gives August deadline to govt, says would march to Islamabad otherwise

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (Fazl) chief Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman said Sunday the federal government had an August deadline to step down, warning, otherwise, that his party and allies would march to Islamabad. Speaking to the participants of the 'Million March' here in the provincial capital, Fazl termed today's march to be the last one and said the next one...

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No lawsuit against British publication by Shehbaz: Akbar

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Accountability Shahzad Akbar on Sunday claimed that PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif had not initiated a case against British publication The Mail on Sunday and online news site Mail Online about an article published on July 14. Akbar, while addressing a press conference in Islamabad, recalled that Sharif had...

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Britain ramps up preparations for 'very real prospect' of no-deal Brexit

The British government is working on the assumption that the European Union will not renegotiate its Brexit deal and is ramping up preparations to leave the bloc on Oct 31 without an agreement, senior ministers said on Sunday. Boris Johnson, who took over as British prime minister on Wednesday with a promise to deliver Brexit by the end of October...

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Tenancy Violation Case: Irfan Siddiqui grants bail

A local magistrate approved the bail of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif’s close aide Irfan Siddiqui on Sunday. Police had arrested Siddiqui in violation of tenancy laws from the federal capital on Friday. According to sources, the magistrate informed Siddiqui’s son Noman about his father’s bail and issued an order in this regard. Read more: Irfan...

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Pakistan-Turkey Navies conduct joint exercise

Joint Naval Exercise of Pakistan and Turkey ELAD was conducted in Karachi which mainly focused on counter terrorism operations and rescue operations. According to a spokesman of Pakistan Navy, the 12 days exercise was aimed to enhance professional capacity of personnel and mutual cooperation. The spokesman said the Pakistan and Turkey navies have...

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First Pakistani to Travel into Space

Namira Salim, the first Pakistani to reach the North and South Pole, will soon become the first Pakistani to travel into space as well. Talking to the Orlando Sentinel at the Apollo 11 mission’s 50th anniversary, she said that she is inspired to do more. So first of all, I think I should go as far as possible on Earth before I break the orbit. 44-year-old...

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Shamoon responds to ex-wife Humaima Malik’s ‘abusive’ marriage claims

Few days back, after the Mohsin Abbas and Fatima’s domestic violence issue Humaima Malik shared about her past ‘abusive’ relationships, marriage and ‘domestic violence’ she silently endured for years, after which her ex-husband Shamoon Abbasi has now spoken up about their marriage. Without naming anyone, Humaima wrote on her Instagram stories about...

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UN appreciates Pakistan's effort to combat desertification through land development

United Nations has appreciated Pakistan's effort to combat desertification through afforestation and land development by using its own indigenous resources. The appreciation came from Executive Secretary of UN Convention to Combat Desertification in a meeting with Adviser to Prime Minister on Climate Malik Amin Aslam in Kubuqi, China. It was agreed...

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NADRA launches registration process of Naya Pakistan Housing Program across country

NADRA has launched the registration process across the country under Naya Pakistan Housing and Development Authorty Project titled ''A home for every Pakistani at low price; in easy instalments.'' Registration will be accepted for only one member of each family on the basis of First Come-First Served Basis. The interesting people have been advised...

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India's adamant attitude on Kashmir issue can cost it heavy: FM Qureshi

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi says India's adamant attitude on Kashmir issue can cost it heavy as the situation in the Indian occupied territory is deteriorating. Talking to media, Foreign Minister said the offer of mediation by US President Donald Trump during Prime Minister Imran Khan's visit to Washington was more than Pakistan’s expectations. He...

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Watch: Funky Space Fighter Pilots Sci-Fi Short Film 'Alpha Squadron'

"Who's up for a round of space beers?" "Space beer! Space beer!" Here's another funky, fun new sci-fi short film from filmmaker Michael Lukk Litwak. We previously featured his other funky sci-fi short The Life & Death of Tommy Chaos & Stacey Danger in 2014, and he's back again with another cool short film. Alpha Squadron...

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Ben Kinglsey is an Agent in First Trailer for Spy Film 'Spider in the Web'

"There are a lot of people out there who'd do anything to stop me from exposing the truth." Vertical Ent. has unveiled an official trailer for spy drama Spider in the Web, the latest film from Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis (The Syrian Bride, Lemon Tree, Zaytoun, Shelter). This "riveting new spy drama in the vein of John Le...

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