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			<title><![CDATA[US-Iran Technical Talks to Be Held in Switzerland on Sunday]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:50:02 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical-level talks between the US and Iran, facilitated by Pakistan and Qatar, will take place in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, following the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Citing Israeli Attacks on Lebanon]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:09:36 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Iran's IRGC Navy has closed the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon and US ceasefire violations. Vessels warned of security risks.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rawalpindi Tigers Trials Spark Hope Among Young Cricketers]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:03:23 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Thousands of young cricketers participated in Rawalpindi Tigers trials organized by Lahore Qalandars, expressing hope for merit-based opportunities and professional cricket careers.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Post International Parcel Service Now Reaches 204 Global Destinations]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:26:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan Post expands global connectivity, now serving 204 international destinations with its parcel service, boosting e-commerce and cross-border trade.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Uzbekistan Appreciates Pakistan's Mediation Role in Regional Peace]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:25:44 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Uzbekistan's FM Bakhtiyor Saidov commended Pakistan's efforts as a mediator, acknowledging its contribution to international peace and regional stability during a call with DPM/FM Ishaq Dar.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Nine in Critical Condition After Fatal UK Train Crash Near Bedford]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:25:16 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Nine people remain critically injured after a train collision near Bedford, UK, killing one driver. Over 80 were hospitalized, with 28 still in care.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Envoy Highlights Cultural Ties at Dragon Boat Festival in Beijing]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:09:09 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Ambassador Khalil Hashmi emphasizes cultural diplomacy and Pakistan-China friendship at Beijing's Dragon Boat Festival event, highlighting dragon boat racing in Pakistan.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Ten-Man Paraguay Stun Turkey with Fastest World Cup Goal]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:46:59 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Paraguay scored the fastest goal of the World Cup, beating Turkey 1-0 despite playing with 10 men. The win keeps their campaign alive and eliminates Turkey.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gold Prices Drop for Third Day in Pakistan and Global Markets]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:45:33 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Gold prices fell for the third consecutive session, with international gold dropping $43 to $4,155.57 per ounce. In Pakistan, 24-karat gold per tola decreased by Rs43 to Rs437,993, while silver gained.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Introduces Juvenile Driving Permit for 16-Year-Olds]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:44:46 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Rawalpindi traffic police launch juvenile driving permit for 16-year-olds to ride 125cc motorcycles, requiring parental consent, tests, and mandatory helmet use.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Taliban's Governance Crisis: Déjà Vu in Afghanistan After US Withdrawal]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:32:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[The Taliban face the same governance challenges as in 1996 after seizing Kabul in 2021. Inclusion, economic isolation, and ideological rigidity threaten their rule.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rasool Bakhsh Palijo and Teacher Muhammad Ibrahim Joyo's Bond]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:25:04 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Explore the transformative bond between Rasool Bakhsh Palijo and his teacher Muhammad Ibrahim Joyo at Sindh Madressatul Islam, shaping a legacy of radical thought and literary brilliance.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Deputy PM Ishaq Dar Leaves for Cairo to Attend R-4 Foreign Ministers Meeting]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:10:37 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Deputy PM Ishaq Dar departed for Cairo to attend the R-4 Group foreign ministers meeting with Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt, discussing regional stability and global developments.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[FIA Arrests Proclaimed Offender After 15 Years on the Run]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:53:27 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[The FIA arrested Shaikh Mohammad Abdullah, a proclaimed offender evading arrest for 15 years, involved in human trafficking, Hajj scams, and financial fraud.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Four PTI leaders get 10 years each in May 9 case; Qureshi acquitted]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:53:19 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[ATC sentenced four PTI leaders to 10 years for torching police vehicles on May 9, while Shah Mahmood Qureshi was acquitted in the case.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Seven Killed, Three Injured in Bannu Blast on Passenger Vehicle]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:44:27 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[At least seven people were martyred and three injured when a passenger vehicle hit an IED in Bannu. DPO Yasir Afridi confirmed the attack, likely using remote-controlled explosives targeting civilians.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Five killed in Israeli strikes on south Lebanon despite ceasefire]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:43:50 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[At least five people were killed in Israeli air strikes and drone attacks in southern Lebanon on Saturday, just hours after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lahore Traffic Police Probe Man With 1,700 Vehicles in E-Challan Scam]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/sports/cricket-news/lahore-traffic-police-probe-man-with-1700-vehicles.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:17:15 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Cricket News]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Lahore traffic police uncover a case of a man linked to over 1,700 registered vehicles and Rs2.8 million in unpaid e-challan fines, prompting a multi-agency inquiry.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bolivia Declares State of Emergency Amid Protests and Blockades]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/foreign-policy/bolivia-declares-emergency-amid-protests.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:06:03 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Foreign Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency after weeks of anti-government protests and road blockades caused shortages and economic disruption, allowing military deployment.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Karachi Water Crisis: Not Scarcity but a Political Failure in Distribution]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/foreign-policy/karachis-water-crisis-a-political-distribution-failure.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:30:50 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Foreign Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Karachi suffers a water crisis not due to scarcity but political failure. Tanker mafia exploits the gap, while wealthy areas privatize supply. Reform is blocked by patronage networks.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Twin Blasts in Bannu Kill 7, Injure 3; Rescue Workers Targeted]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/sports/cricket-news/twin-blasts-in-bannu-kill-7-injure-3-rescue-workers-targeted.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:25:51 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Cricket News]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Two explosions in Bannu's Merka Bera area killed 7 and injured 3. The first blast hit a passenger van, and the second targeted rescuers. Police investigate.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Paraguay Hold On for 1-0 Win Over Turkiye Despite Almiron Red Card]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/sports/cricket-news/paraguay-hold-on-for-1-0-win-over-turkiye-despite-red-card.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:20:23 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Cricket News]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Ten-man Paraguay scored the fastest goal of the World Cup to beat Turkiye 1-0, keeping their campaign alive and eliminating their opponents from Group D.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan's Tax Reform: Digitizing Enforcement Before Economy Risks Failure]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/banking-sector/pakistan-tax-reform-digitizing-enforcement-before-economy.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:58:56 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Banking Sector]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan's FBR plans faceless audits and AI, but experts warn digitizing enforcement before the economy itself may widen the tax gap and increase injustice.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Remembering Benazir Bhutto's Legacy of Hope on Her Birthday]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/entertainment/award-shows/benazir-bhuttos-legacy-of-hope-on-her-birthday.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:56:58 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Award Shows]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Benazir Bhutto, born on the longest day, symbolizes hope in Pakistan's democracy. Her legacy includes women's empowerment, health programs, and resilience against adversity.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Constitutional Courts in Pakistan: Four Months On, No Major Controversy]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/opposition-politics/constitutional-courts-pakistan-four-months-without-major-controversy.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:22:22 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Opposition Politics]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Four months after the establishment of Constitutional Courts in Pakistan, no major controversy has emerged, easing concerns about undermining democratic institutions. The reform aims to redefine the Supreme Court's role, focusing on justice for common cit]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Body of Missing Boy Recovered from Nullah Leh After Search]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/health/emergency-services/body-of-missing-boy-recovered-from-nullah-leh.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:48:31 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Emergency Services]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Rescue 1122 recovered the body of a seven-year-old boy who went missing after being swept away by floodwater in Nullah Leh. The body was found near Gawalmandi.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Transport Alliance Applauds Petrol Price Cut, Urges More Relief]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/energy-sector/transport-alliance-applauds-petrol-price-cut-urges-more-relief.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:46:00 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Energy Sector]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan Goods Transport Alliance President Malik Shehzad Awan thanked the government for reducing petrol prices, benefiting transporters and the public. He called for further reductions and relief from taxes.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PMD Forecasts Rain, Windstorms in Upper Regions, Hot Elsewhere]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/regional//pmd-forecasts-rain-windstorms-in-upper-regions.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:43:29 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[PMD forecasts rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and upper Punjab. Hot and dry weather expected elsewhere.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Refugees on World Refugee Day]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/election-updates/pakistan-reaffirms-commitment-to-refugees-on-world-refugee-day.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:41:41 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Election Updates]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan reiterates its support for refugees and calls on the international community to share responsibility for host countries and ensure safe, dignified returns, says PM Shehbaz Sharif.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Islamabad Police Ensure Security at Mosques and Imambargahs for Friday Prayers]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/regional/islamabad-capital/islamabad-police-secure-mosques-and-imambargahs-for-friday.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:29:54 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Islamabad Capital]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Islamabad Police deployed personnel at mosques and Imambargahs for Friday prayers, enhancing security measures to ensure worshipper safety and maintain peace.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PMDC Releases MDCAT 2026 Schedule for MBBS BDS Admissions]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/health/health-policy/pmdc-releases-mdcat-2026-schedule-for-mbbs-bds.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:23:02 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Health Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[PMDC has announced the MDCAT 2026 schedule, with the test on August 16, 2026. Online registration starts June 22. Fees vary for local and international centers.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Massive Forest Fire Engulfs Gazara in Murree, Residents Battle Blaze Alone]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/massive-forest-fire-engulfs-gazara-in-murree.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:18:57 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[A massive fire broke out in Gazara forest, Murree, engulfing a large area. Residents blame Forest Department negligence for frequent fires destroying trees, animals, and the environment.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Attock Police Arrest Five Including Rape Accused and Gamblers]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/attock-police-arrest-five-including-rape-accused-and-gamblers.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:13:50 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Attock police arrested five anti-social elements, including a rape suspect and four gamblers, recovering Rs 70,400 in bet money. Cases registered, investigations ongoing.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[7-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Open Sewerage Drain in Rawalpindi]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/7-year-old-boy-drowns-in-open-sewerage-drain-in-rawalpindi.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:53:19 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Wisal Fahad, 7, drowned in an open sewerage drain in Rawalpindi. His body was found 48 hours later in Nullah Leh. Rescue 1122 conducted search operations.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[HEC Chairman Launches Revised Computing Curriculum at NIC Islamabad]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/hec-chairman-launches-revised-computing-curriculum-in-islamabad.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:53:14 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[HEC Chairman Dr Niaz Ahmad Akhtar launched the revised computing curriculum at NIC Islamabad, aligning with HEC's Undergraduate Education Policy 2023 to enhance graduate employability through industry-aligned, competency-based education.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Shangla Experiences Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms, Lightning Strikes]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/shangla-hit-by-heavy-rain-and-thunderstorms.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:50:56 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Shangla district witnessed heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, hailstorms, and lightning strikes damaging trees. No casualties reported. Weather turns cooler, enhancing scenic beauty.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Nears Maternal Neonatal Tetanus Elimination Milestone]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/health/hospitals-healthcare/pakistan-nears-maternal-neonatal-tetanus-elimination.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:49:35 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Hospitals Healthcare]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan moves closer to eliminating maternal and neonatal tetanus as WHO and UNICEF pre-validate KP's elimination. Only Balochistan remains.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KP Presents Rs2.17 Trillion Budget, Hazara Voices Concerns]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/provincial-governments/kp-presents-rs217-trillion-budget-hazara-voices-concerns.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:48:03 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Provincial Governments]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government presents a Rs2.170 trillion budget for 2026-27 with increases in salaries and pensions, but Hazara Division raises concerns over regional development priorities.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[ANF Arrests 11 Suspects in Nationwide Drug Raids, Seizes 42.77 kg Narcotics]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/banking-sector/anf-arrests-11-seizes-4277-kg-narcotics-in-nationwide-raids.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:46:10 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Banking Sector]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Anti-Narcotics Force arrests 11 suspects, including six women, in seven operations across Pakistan, recovering 42.77 kg of drugs worth over Rs10.4 million.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KKH Blocked for 48 Hours, Thousands Stranded as Floods and Landslides Hit]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/kkh-blocked-for-48-hours-thousands-stranded-as-floods-hit.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:43:12 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Flash floods and landslides have blocked the Karakoram Highway for over 48 hours, stranding thousands of passengers, tourists, and transporters in severe conditions.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PM Shehbaz Reaffirms Pakistan’s Commitment to Refugees, Urges Global Support]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/foreign-policy/pm-shehbaz-reaffirms-pakistans-commitment-to-refugees.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:40:09 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Foreign Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls on international community to share responsibility for refugees, highlighting Pakistan’s decades-long hospitality and repatriation efforts.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KP Assembly Committee Reviews Harassment of Women Amendment Bill 2026]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/national-assembly/kp-panel-reviews-women-harassment-amendment-bill-2026.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:39:34 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[National Assembly]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly's special committee reviews the Harassment of Women at Workplace (Amendment) Bill 2026, proposing expanded scope and stricter penalties.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Inayatullah Khan Advocates for Strong Local Government System in Upper Dir]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/provincial-governments/inayatullah-khan-calls-for-strong-local-government-system.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:39:29 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Provincial Governments]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Former KP minister Inayatullah Khan emphasizes need for empowered local government for sustainable development, citing international examples and criticizing PTI for weakening the system.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KP Minister Announces High-Powered Inquiry Committees to Probe Corruption]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/cabinet-decisions/kp-minister-forms-inquiry-committees-to-probe-corruption.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:36:48 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Cabinet Decisions]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister Meena Khan Afridi announces high-powered inquiry committees to investigate corruption, financial irregularities, and administrative misconduct in development projects and public departments.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Sweet Home launches free burial service, community kitchen in Rawalpindi]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/pakistan-sweet-home-launches-free-burial-service-community-kitchen.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:36:45 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan Sweet Home inaugurated a free burial service and community kitchen in Rawalpindi, with MNA Tahira Aurangzeb and Commissioner Amir Khattak as chief guests.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KP Governor Stresses Mediation for Dispute Resolution]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/political-parties/kp-governor-stresses-mediation-for-dispute-resolution.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:33:22 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Political Parties]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi emphasized mediation as an effective dispute resolution mechanism, highlighting dialogue, tolerance, and mutual respect for lasting peace and justice.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KP Health Minister Chairs Healthcare Commission Review Meeting]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/health/doctors-healthcare/kp-health-minister-reviews-healthcare-commission-performance.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:29:19 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Doctors Healthcare]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Health Khaliq-ur-Rehman chaired a meeting with the Healthcare Commission to review its performance, challenges, and future priorities, emphasizing regulatory improvements and patient safety.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Shangla Accountability Movement Demands Independent Audit of Development Funds]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/opposition-politics/shangla-movement-seeks-audit-of-development-funds.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:26:11 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Opposition Politics]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[The Shangla Accountability Movement calls for an independent audit of development funds and transparent investigation into public expenditure, citing incomplete projects and alleged corruption.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PFA Seals Three Food Units, Imposes Rs240,000 Fine in Lahore Crackdown]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/pfa-seals-three-food-units-imposes-rs240000-fine-in-lahore.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:17:27 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[PFA raids in Lahore sealed three food units, fined five businesses Rs240,000, and discarded 300kg expired cheese and vegetables for safety violations.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mohmand Police Arrest Five in Transformer Theft Crackdown]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/provincial-governments/mohmand-police-arrest-five-in-transformer-theft-crackdown.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:17:27 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Provincial Governments]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Mohmand police arrested five alleged gang members for transformer thefts, recovering coils, cash, and a motorcycle. The operation targeted organized crime disrupting electricity supply.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Leasing Plan for Historic Mardan Railway Station Sparks Heritage Concerns]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/culture/heritage-sites/mardan-railway-station-leasing-proposal-raises-heritage-fears.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:16:25 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Heritage Sites]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Heritage advocates and residents oppose leasing the frontage of Mardan Railway Station, warning it could damage its colonial-era architectural character and historical significance.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Punjab Extends Summer Vacations for Non-Formal Schools Until June 30]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/punjab-extends-summer-vacations-for-non-formal-schools.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:11:42 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Punjab Literacy Department extends summer vacations for non-formal schools until June 30 due to Muharram arrangements and weather. Classes resume July 1.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Punjab Assembly Treasury Benches Stage Rare Boycott During Budget Debate]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/national-assembly/punjab-assembly-treasury-benches-stage-rare-boycott.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:03:37 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[National Assembly]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Punjab Assembly treasury lawmakers staged a token walkout during the budget debate, drawing criticism from the Deputy Speaker and opposition. The boycott highlighted political tensions overshadowing fiscal discussions.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Punjab Minister Reviews Security for Muharram Processions Across Province]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/punjab-minister-reviews-muharram-security-across-province.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:01:54 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Punjab Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique visited the Home Department control room, reviewing live monitoring of over 37,000 majalis and 9,400 processions during Muharram.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Police Sports Board Honours Retiring Weightlifting Manager Aqeel Butt]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/sports/cricket-news/police-sports-board-honours-retiring-manager-aqeel-butt.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:55:11 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Cricket News]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[A dignified ceremony was held to honour Aqeel Butt, Weightlifting Team Manager of the Pakistan Police Sports Board, on his retirement. DIG Athar Ismail Amjad presented an honorary shield and bouquet.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan to Phase Out Machine-Readable Passports, Switch to E-Passports]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/foreign-policy/pakistan-to-phase-out-machine-readable-passports-for-e-passports.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:54:26 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Foreign Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan's interior minister announced a complete transition to e-passports to eliminate fraud, along with home delivery, cashless payments, and online application reforms.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Muharram Processions and Gatherings Details Released by Commissioner Lahore]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/local-government/muharram-processions-details-released-by-commissioner-lahore.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:49:04 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Local Government]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Commissioner Lahore releases details of 15 processions and 395 gatherings for Muharram, ensuring civic amenities and security measures are in place.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PPP Lahore Urges Immediate Reduction in Petroleum Prices for Public Relief]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/banking-sector/ppp-lahore-demands-immediate-cut-in-petroleum-prices.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:45:01 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Banking Sector]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[PPP Lahore President Faisal Mir calls on federal government to reduce petroleum prices following global oil decline, emphasizing relief for inflation-hit citizens.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Punjab Sets Up Digital Media Cell to Monitor Hate Content During Muharram]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/punjab-digital-media-cell-monitors-hate-content-in-muharram.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:43:14 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Punjab government establishes a Digital Media Cell to monitor and curb sectarian, violent, and hate content on social media during Muharram, with over 125,000 police deployed.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[AJK Government Files Sedition Case Against Banned Group Leader Mehran Arshad]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/political-analysis/ajk-files-sedition-case-against-banned-group-leader.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:36:34 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Political Analysis]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[The AJK government registers a sedition case under Section 124-A against Khawaja Mehran Arshad of the proscribed JAAC for inciting mutiny in the Pakistan Army during a speech.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sindh CM Defends Rs3.652 Trillion Budget Amid Fiscal Challenges]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/provincial-governments/sindh-cm-defends-rs3652-trillion-budget-amid-challenges.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:34:42 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Provincial Governments]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Sindh CM Murad Ali Shah defends Rs3.652 trillion budget for 2026-27, highlighting fiscal responsibility despite federal shortfalls and unveiling ambitious PPP projects.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[DIG South Honours Police Constable Hamza Ahmed for Bodybuilding Win]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/sports/athletics-track/dig-south-honours-police-constable-for-bodybuilding-win.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:33:31 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Athletics Track]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[DIG South Asad Raza honoured police constable and bodybuilder Hamza Ahmed for winning Best of Physique Trophy at International Bodybuilding Championship 2026 in Bangkok.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Judicial Commission Approves Key Rules for Appointments and Constitutional Benches]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/judicial-matters/judicial-commission-approves-key-rules-for-appointments.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:33:20 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Judicial Matters]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[The Judicial Commission of Pakistan approved rules for judicial appointments, amendments to appointment procedures, and criteria for constitutional bench nominations, while deferring performance evaluation rules for High Court judges.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PPPW Rejects Federal Budget 2026-27 as IMF-Driven and Anti-People]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/cabinet-decisions/pppw-rejects-budget-2026-27-as-imf-driven-and-anti-people.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:29:19 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Cabinet Decisions]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[PPPW leadership rejects Federal Budget 2026-27, calling it IMF-driven and anti-people, citing inflation, unemployment, and inadequate allocations for education and healthcare.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[MQM Pakistan Promotes Inter-Faith Harmony Ahead of Muharram]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/election-updates/mqm-pakistan-promotes-inter-faith-harmony-for-muharram.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:26:04 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Election Updates]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[MQM Pakistan leaders meet religious scholars to promote tolerance and peace during Muharram-ul-Haram, emphasizing inter-faith harmony and law and order.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Punjab Pensioners Reject 3.5% Increase, Call It Unfair and Discriminatory]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/inflation-prices/punjab-pensioners-reject-35-increase-as-unfair.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Inflation Prices]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[The Punjab Government Pensioners Association has rejected the 3.5% pension increase, calling it inadequate amid inflation and demanding equal treatment with federal retirees.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Senate Chairman Gilani Attends Farewell Reception for Italian Envoy]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/diplomatic-relations/gilani-attends-farewell-reception-for-italian-ambassador.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:23:49 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Diplomatic Relations]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani attended a farewell reception for outgoing Italian Ambassador Marilina Armellin, praising her role in strengthening bilateral ties.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Governor Kundi Calls for Dialogue as First Response to Disputes]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/opposition-politics/governor-kundi-urges-dialogue-as-first-response-to-disputes.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:19:54 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Opposition Politics]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi emphasizes mediation and ADR for justice and harmony at IMAC training closing ceremony in Peshawar.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and Montenegro Presidents Discuss Bilateral Cooperation]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/diplomatic-relations/kazakhstan-montenegro-presidents-discuss-bilateral-ties.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:17:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Diplomatic Relations]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Presidents Tokayev and Milatovic held talks in Astana, focusing on economic partnership and tourism. Milatovic's visit includes a business forum and memorandum signings.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[US Embassy Islamabad Hosts Arts Entrepreneurship Showcase Celebrating Creativity]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/culture/art-exhibitions/us-embassy-hosts-arts-entrepreneurship-showcase-in-islamabad-20062026.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:17:09 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Art Exhibitions]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad held an Arts Entrepreneurship Showcase at USEFP, featuring artists, designers, and entrepreneurs to highlight creative industries' role in economic growth and U.S.-Pakistan ties.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Australia Reports First Deadly H5 Bird Flu Case in Migratory Bird]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/health/disease-prevention/australia-confirms-first-h5-bird-flu-case.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:16:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Disease Prevention]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Australia confirmed its first deadly H5 bird flu case in a migratory bird in Western Australia. Authorities are protecting the poultry industry from potential spread.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Islamabad Police Arrest Bilal Hussain for Murder of Two Women]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/national-assembly/islamabad-police-arrest-bilal-hussain-for-double-murder.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:13:15 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[National Assembly]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Islamabad police arrested Bilal Hussain for murdering his ex-wife and mother-in-law. Seven CIA teams and digital surveillance led to capture within 48 hours.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sindh Minister Orders Inquiry Into Family Deaths From Suspected Food Poisoning]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/sindh-minister-orders-inquiry-into-family-deaths-from-food.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:11:19 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Sindh Food Minister Makhdoom Mehboob Uz Zaman ordered an immediate inquiry after three family members died and five fell ill from suspected contaminated food in Mehrabpur.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[ICCBS, PAS, AKU to Host Mini-Symposium on Chemical Sciences in Karachi]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/agriculture-business/iccbs-pas-aku-host-mini-symposium-on-chemical-sciences.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:10:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[ICCBS, University of Karachi, along with PAS and AKU, will host a mini-symposium on June 22 to foster innovation in life and chemical sciences among students and researchers.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[UNICEF Sindh Concludes PSEA Training in Karachi]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/health/doctors-healthcare/unicef-sindh-concludes-psea-training-in-karachi.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:04:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Doctors Healthcare]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[UNICEF Sindh held a two-day PSEA training in Karachi, bringing together staff and partners to reinforce safeguarding standards and accountability across programmes.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Fuel Price Reduction: A Welcome Relief for Pakistan's Economy]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/economic-policy/fuel-price-reduction-welcome-relief-for-pakistan-economy.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:59:23 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Economic Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[PM Shehbaz announces significant petrol and diesel price cuts of Rs74 and Rs67, aligning with global trends to ease inflation and boost economic recovery.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince Discuss Iran-US Peace Deal]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/diplomatic-relations/pm-shehbaz-saudi-crown-prince-discuss-iran-us-peace-deal.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:58:20 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Diplomatic Relations]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed the Iran-US peace deal, congratulated each other on the Islamabad Peace Deal, and agreed on next steps.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Duo Advances in Asian Doubles Squash Championship]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/sports/cricket-news/pakistan-duo-advances-in-asian-doubles-squash-championship.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:57:20 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Cricket News]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Noor Zaman and Nasir Iqbal reach semifinals at Asian Doubles Squash Championship after beating South Korea. Hamza and Asim exit in quarterfinals.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Emma Heming Looks Forward to New Chapter After 'Heavy' Decade as Bruce Willis' Caregiver]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/entertainment/celebrity-gossip/emma-heming-embraces-50s-after-heavy-decade-as-caregiver.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:56:38 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Celebrity Gossip]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Emma Heming reflects on a 'heavy' decade as Bruce Willis' caregiver, shares a joyful birthday memory, and advocates for dementia support as she turns 50.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rickshaw Menace in Muzaffargarh: Reckless Driving Disrupts Peace]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/regional/district-news/rickshaw-menace-in-muzaffargarh-disrupts-peace.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:56:23 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[District News]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Reckless rickshaw operators in Muzaffargarh are causing noise and safety hazards with modified exhausts and loudspeakers, prompting residents to demand immediate action from authorities.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Meloni Stunned by Trump's Claim She Begged for Photo]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/diplomatic-relations/meloni-stunned-by-trumps-claim-she-begged-for-photo.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:55:29 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Diplomatic Relations]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Italian PM Meloni denies Trump's claim she begged for a photo, sparking a diplomatic row. Tajani cancels US trip amid fraying ties over Iran war.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[British Actress Charged in Australia for 320kg Meth Smuggling Attempt]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/corporate-news/british-actress-charged-in-320kg-meth-smuggling-in-australia.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:54:09 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Corporate News]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Emaa Hussen, a British actress from EastEnders spin-off and Jason Statham film, charged with attempting to import 320kg of methamphetamine worth A$296m from Ghana into Australia.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[SAP Reaffirms Commitment to Pakistan's Digital Transformation and AI Growth]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/technology/it-industry/sap-reaffirms-commitment-to-pakistans-digital-transformation.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[IT Industry]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[SAP's regional president met Pakistan's IT minister to discuss digital economy, AI, and cloud technologies, reaffirming commitment to supporting the country's digital transformation and workforce development.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gold Prices in Pakistan Drop Sharply by Rs14,900 Per Tola]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/business/inflation-prices/gold-prices-drop-sharply-by-rs14900-per-tola.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:51:46 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Inflation Prices]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Gold prices in Pakistan saw a sharp decline on Friday, with 24k per tola falling by Rs14,900 to Rs438,036. International gold also fell by $149 to $4,156 per ounce.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pakistan Rejects Afghan Taliban's Claim of Strikes on Terror Camps]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:49:52 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Foreign Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Pakistan's information ministry refutes Afghan Taliban's claims of targeting alleged terrorist camps in border areas, calling them false and propaganda.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Strait of Hormuz Reopens but Oil Crisis Looms as Reserves Near Empty]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:48:59 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Economic Policy]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[The Strait of Hormuz has reopened after a US-Iran deal, but global oil reserves are critically low. The world lost 1.15 billion barrels during the war, and reserves are at decades-low levels, risking an economic catastrophe.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Iran says talks with US to resume after Lebanon ceasefire conditions met]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/politics/diplomatic-relations/iran-says-us-talks-to-resume-after-lebanon-ceasefire-conditions-met.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:48:28 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Diplomatic Relations]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Iran's foreign ministry says technical talks with the US will resume once Lebanon conflict ends and sanctions lifted, as Pakistan mediates repatriation of Iranian nationals.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Crop-Specific Climate Advisories: A Scientific Shift for Pakistan Agriculture]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:48:18 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[FAO's crop-specific climate advisories aim to replace guesswork with data-driven farming, optimizing schedules and reducing risks for Pakistan's farmers.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Maryam Nawaz Approves Major Healthcare Projects Under Nawaz Sharif Medical District]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:48:15 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz approves state-of-the-art healthcare institutions under Nawaz Sharif Medical District, including orthopaedic, children's, and infectious diseases hospitals, with 1,519 beds planned.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sargodha Police Recovers 30 Stolen Motorcycles Worth Millions]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:48:14 +0000</pubDate>
			<category><![CDATA[Agriculture Business]]></category>
			<description><![CDATA[Sargodha police's Anti-Vehicle Lifting Squad recovered 30 stolen motorcycles worth millions in June 2026, returning them to owners under DPO directives.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[DPO Visits Kuthi Check Post, Praises Police for Repulsing Terrorist Attack]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:46:00 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[DPO Dera Ismail Khan Ziauddin Ahmed visited Kuthi Check Post to commend police personnel for repelling a terrorist attack, awarding cash prizes for their bravery.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Azerbaijan, Italy Discuss Cultural Cooperation in Rome Meeting]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:45:55 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Azerbaijan's Culture Minister Adil Karimli met Italian counterpart Alessandro Giuli in Rome to discuss cultural heritage protection, joint projects, and expanding cooperation.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Israel and Hezbollah Agree to Ceasefire, US Official Confirms]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:45:26 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire effective Friday 4 pm local time, a US official confirmed. The deal follows deadly Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Hezbollah attacks.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[PM Shehbaz Discusses Iran-US Peace with Saudi Crown Prince]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:45:19 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, discussing the Iran-US peace deal and bilateral relations. The leaders emphasized continued dialogue.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Festivals Draw Nearly Two Million Visitors]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/sports/cricket-news/fifa-2026-fan-festivals-hit-nearly-two-million-visitors.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:45:05 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Festivals attract nearly two million visitors after 24 matches, with Mexico City's Zócalo leading at over 527,000 attendees.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KDA Speeds Up Dues Payment to Retired Employees]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:43:42 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[KDA Director General Asif Jan Siddiqui and Member Finance Navid Anwar Siddiqui accelerate dues payment to retired employees, paying Rs 770 million to 37 retirees from Jan-Feb 2021.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Curry Barker Signs Eight-Figure Deal with Universal After Obsession Success]]></title>
			<link>https://pakistanscope.com/entertainment/celebrity-interviews/curry-barker-signs-eight-figure-deal-with-universal-20062026.html</link>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:42:49 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[After the massive success of psychological horror Obsession, filmmaker Curry Barker has signed a rich eight-figure deal with Universal for his next project, redefining horror filmmaking.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[NDMA Issues Nationwide Weather Alert for Storms, Flooding, and GLOFs]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:42:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[NDMA warns of strong winds, dust storms, thunderstorms, heavy rain, urban flooding, and glacier-related flood risks across Pakistan over the next 12-24 hours.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[KP Budget FY2026-27: Rs 2.17 Trillion Outlay, No New Taxes]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:41:11 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Sohail Afridi presented the Rs 2.17 trillion 'Khushal Khyber Pakhtunkhwa' budget for FY2026-27, focusing on education, health, security, and development without new taxes.]]></description>
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			<title><![CDATA[Canada Dominates Qatar 6-0 for First World Cup Win in History]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:38:34 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Canada thrashes nine-man Qatar 6-0 to earn their first World Cup finals win, with Jonathan David scoring a hat-trick in a historic Group B match in Toronto.]]></description>
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