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KARACHI – The Sindh High Court has streamlined the bail process by introducing a new cash deposit slip mechanism, allowing applicants or their family members to deposit bail amounts directly into designated bank accounts after securing bail from trial courts. This system has initially been implemented at City Court Karachi, which serves four key judicial districts: South, East, West, and Central. It has also been extended to Malir District Court, with more districts likely to be included in the future. According to court officials, the system replaces the traditional requirement of surety bonds or National Savings Certificates, which were often…
GILGIT (Dunya News) – A helicopter belonging to the Gilgit-Baltistan government crashed near Chilas while attempting an emergency landing due to a reported technical malfunction. GB government spokesperson Faizullah Firaq said the helicopter went down during a landing attempt caused by technical issues. Four personnel were onboard at the time of the incident, including two pilots and two technical staff members. Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the crash site, where the helicopter had caught fire following the impact. Efforts were underway to extinguish the blaze and secure the area. The chief minister of Gilgit-Baltistan expressed deep regret over the…
TIANJIN – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reviewed Pakistan-Iran relations, showing surge in bilateral cooperation across political, economic, and cultural sectors in a high-profile meeting on sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. The discussion attended by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Army Chief Syed Asim Munir, and federal ministers, highlighted Pakistan’s historic and brotherly ties with Iran, grounded in shared heritage and faith. Iranian President Pezeshkian praised Pakistan’s steadfast support and reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to boost collaboration in key areas of mutual interest. The meeting also referenced Iranian president’s recent visit to Pakistan, described…
LAHORE – Social media sensation Samiya Hijab alleged harrowing kidnap attempt in Islamabad, recalling the case of Sana Yousaf, who was murdered for refusing a proposal. Samiya took to social media, where she alleged that a young man from Lahore tried to kidnap her after she rejected his marriage proposal, revealing that he had been threatening her life for couple of months. She shared visuals of how a man came outside her home while her mother was sick and her brother was away, attempting to snatch her phone and force her into his car. She confirmed having a recording of…
TIANJIN – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while addressing the 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), emphasized Pakistan’s firm commitment to regional cooperation, multilateralism, and peaceful diplomacy. Expressing gratitude to the Chinese government for their exceptional hospitality, the premier stated that SCO remains a vital platform for promoting regional integration. He reiterated that Pakistan values dialogue and diplomacy and believes there is no priority greater than sovereignty and territorial integrity for any nation. Highlighting Pakistan’s respect for the sovereignty of all SCO member states and neighboring countries, he underlined the importance of…
LAHORE – Residents of Punjab capital Lahore and adjoining areas are bracing for stormy week, as Met Office forecast widespread rain, wind, and thunderstorms across region. The week started with steady showers on Monday, keeping daytime temperatures mild at around 26°C. Rainfall is expected to continue into Tuesday and Wednesday, with cloudy skies dominating the city’s weather. From Thursday onward, weather conditions are predicted to intensify, as thunderstorms and heavy downpours are likely to hit Lahore. The PMD has specifically warned of severe weather spells on Thursday, Friday, and next Monday, which may bring lightning and torrential rain. Lahore Temperature …
LAHORE –Environment Protection and Climate Change Department initiated stern action against vehicles without green stickers as August 31 deadline ends. EPA spokesperson Sajid Bashir, cars manufactured between 2010-2015 are being targeted in first phase. Owners are being issued warning slips, which are also sent via post along with e-challans. Repeat violations will result in fines and legal proceedings. He said rigorous emission testing of petrol and diesel vehicles is underway across urban areas. So far, over 3.5Lac vehicles have been issued green stickers. Only vehicles that pass the emission test including checks of the engine, silencer, and catalytic converter, qualify…
LAHORE – Chief Executive Officer of Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) Imran Amin said that no No Objection Certificate (NOC) has ever been issued for construction or housing societies on the bed of River Ravi, terming all such structures illegal. Speaking on local TV news channel, RUDA chief said that several settlements near Lahore and Shahdara have been established along the river’s watercourse without approval. He added that RUDA has now decided to remove all habitations built within one kilometer of the Ravi’s riverbed. Amin was of view that constructions inside the river are unlawful and established without any authorization. He…
RAWALPINDI – An MI-17 helicopter belonging to the Pakistan Army crashed near Hudor village, approximately 12 kilometers from Thakdas Cantonment, on Monday. The crash, which occurred around 10 am, was due to a technical fault that developed during a routine training flight. All five crew members on board lost their lives in the tragic incident. They were identified as Major Atif (Pilot in Command), Major Faisal (Co-pilot), Naib Subedar Maqbool (Flight Engineer), Havaldar Jahangir (Crew Chief), and Naik Amir (Crew Chief). The Pakistan Army’s training missions are crucial for maintaining operational readiness for a variety of tasks, from combat support…
KARACHI – Afroze Textiles Industries inaugurated its first export-quality “Bed & Bath” outlet on Tipu Sultan Road, Karachi. The launch marks a significant step in bridging the gap between Pakistan’s thriving textile export industry and domestic consumer access to premium products. The ribbon-cutting ceremony drew a distinguished crowd from the business community, including former Chief Executive of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) and Chairman of the Businessmen Group, Zubair Motiwala; President of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), Javed Bilwani; Chairman of Afroze Textile Industries, Feroze Alam Lari; and his daughter, Hira Lari. Other notable attendees…