Hoax Calls Surge Triggers Legal Crackdown in Pakistan
A surge in hoax calls to emergency services has prompted Pakistani authorities to launch a legal crackdown, with new penalties for false reports.
A surge in hoax calls to emergency services has prompted Pakistani authorities to launch a legal crackdown, with new penalties for false reports.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed authorities to prepare a feasibility study for the expansion of Simly Dam to address water scarcity in Islamabad.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warns that Pakistan will respond forcefully to any future threats, emphasising the nation's readiness to defend its sovereignty.
Islamabad Capital Territory administration enforces the one dish rule at wedding events, with strict penalties including FIR, sealing, and arrests for second violations.
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Hot and dry weather is expected to persist across most parts of Pakistan, with isolated rain in upper regions, according to the Met Office.
A grand jirga in Peshawar, chaired by CM Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, discussed drone strikes, security, and constitutional rights of tribal districts, agreeing on a unified action plan.
Pakistan successfully tested the Abdali missile system on May 3, 2025, during military exercise Indus. The surface-to-surface missile has a range of 450 km, showcasing defensive capabilities.
Iran plans to preserve a damaged site at Isfahan University of Technology as a war museum, with $11 million in losses from US-Israeli strikes affecting 30 universities.
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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif issued a special message on International Labour Day, paying tribute to workers and announcing increased grants and housing schemes.
The European Investment Bank commits €160 million to rebuild homes in Sindh and improve water quality in Karachi, boosting Pakistan's long-term resilience.
Iran's currency fell to a record low of 1.8 million rials per US dollar, driven by war impacts including US blockade and infrastructure strikes, worsening inflation.
Bali faces a waste emergency after its largest landfill closed to organic waste. Trash piles up on streets, attracting rats and causing health concerns, while tourists and locals suffer.
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FIA expands its Safe Mobility 4 All & 4 Life program to Africa and the Middle East, aiming to reduce road traffic fatalities through training and collaboration.
Pakistan Navy will acquire eight advanced Chinese submarines, with four built in China and four in Pakistan under a technology transfer deal, enhancing maritime security.
Turkiye's tourism season faces a difficult start due to the Iran war, with cancellations and last-minute bookings rising. Officials expect tough months ahead as travelers weigh uncertainties.
Pakistan extends fuel subsidies for motorcyclists and transport operators by one month to cushion high fuel prices amid Middle East tensions.
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The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea tensions are rerouting trade through Africa, causing port congestion and longer shipping times.
Iran's months-long internet shutdown is crushing businesses and the economy, with losses estimated at $30-40 million daily. Many Iranians rely on online platforms for income, now cut off.
On International Labour Day, PM Shehbaz Sharif vows to expand skills training for overseas jobs, while President Zardari highlights constitutional worker protections.
Police in Malmo, southern Sweden, cordoned off streets after finding a suspected dangerous object. The national bomb squad arrived and urged residents to stay indoors.
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A petition filed in Pakistan's Federal Constitutional Court challenges the recent increase in petroleum prices, seeking a reduction to Rs200 per litre and urging procurement from Iran and Gulf countries.
Pakistan's interior minister announces reduction of normal passport delivery from 21 to 14 days and a cashless system to curb agent mafia.
EPA Punjab Director General Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh announced plastic-free zones starting in Rawalpindi, with fines totaling Rs15 million imposed across the province.
Murree district administration retrieves 40 kanals of state land worth Rs3.5 billion, ending decades-long illegal occupation in Bhurban.
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