Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan: From Public Messages to Timely Care
Pakistan's leaders call for earlier breast cancer detection and care. Learn the symptoms, why prompt evaluation matters and what the 2026 statement says.
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Hanging by a Wire Becomes Pakistan's First Documentary Pick for the Oscars
Hanging by a Wire, Mohammed Ali Naqvi's documentary thriller on the 2023 Battagram cable car rescue, is Pakistan's official entry for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards. It is the first documentary Pakistan has ever submitted for the Oscars.
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Pakistan ODI Tri-Series Begins with Sri Lanka Win as England Test Approaches
Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 37 runs in the ODI tri-series opener. See Salman's century, the England fixture and what the result means for the tournament.
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Pakistan has declared 29 bottled water brands unsafe for human consumption.
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Pakistan's First Astronaut Mission: November Plan and the Bigger Space Ambition
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal says Pakistan's first astronaut is due to fly from China in November 2026. Here is the timeline and what remains unclear.
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Ishaq Dar Leads Pakistan at SCO Heads of Government Meeting in Dushanbe
Ishaq Dar leads Pakistan's delegation at the SCO heads of government meeting in Dushanbe, where economic cooperation and bilateral talks are on the agenda.
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FBR Announces Second Tax Return Deadline Extension for 2026
FBR extends Pakistan's 2026 income tax return deadline to October 31 after requests from trade bodies and tax associations amid IRIS issues.
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Pakistani National Killed in Riyadh Airport Attack as Pakistan Condemns Escalating Violence
A Pakistani national was killed in a fresh Riyadh airport attack on October 11, 2026. Read casualty updates, Pakistan's response and travel implications.
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Kuwait Introduces New Salary Payment System for Private Companies
Kuwait introduces a new wage payment system for all private companies to monitor salaries, protect workers and improve payroll transparency.
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NIC Islamabad Investor Summit Puts Pakistan's Startup Funding Gap in Focus
NIC Islamabad's Investor Summit 2026 put Pakistan's startup funding gap in the spotlight as nine startups pitched to investors. Ignite CEO Bilal Abbasi announced PKR 100 million for R&D and PKR 200 million for product commercialisation under the PM's Spark and Elevate Program.
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Sana Mir's Early Cricket Career and Journey to Pakistan Women's Team
Sana Mir early cricket career began on the streets before her Pakistan debut. Explore her inspiring journey, early struggles, rise and national team success.
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US Expands Visa Screening Rules for Foreign Applicants From October 2026
The United States has expanded visa screening from October 1, 2026, adding online presence checks for more foreign applicants, including I, TN and TD visa categories.
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UBC Human Nutrition Scholarship 2027 Opens for Pakistani Students in Canada
Apply for UBC Human Nutrition Scholarship 2027 in Canada. Check funding, eligibility, IELTS requirements and February 1 deadline.
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Suzuki Alto VXR Available on Rs. 46,553 Monthly Installments Through U Bank
U Bank's Suzuki Alto VXR financing offer starts at Rs. 46,553 monthly with 30% down payment. See the seven-year cost and eligibility details.
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Islamabad Daanish School Opens as PM Calls for Equal Education
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated a Daanish School in Islamabad on October 18. Admissions and capacity details still need an official notice.
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Punjab Offers 30-Day Sentence Remission for Literacy Certificates
LAHORE, October 15, 2026 — The Punjab government has amended prison rules to grant a 30-day sentence remission to eligible prisoners who earn literacy certificates. The change was reported on October 15, 2026. The development has drawn attention across Pakistan because of its implications for prison reform, rehabilitation and education policy. The details below explain what is known, what remains to be confirmed and why the issue deserves continued scrutiny.
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IESCO Starts Maintenance of Over 130 Grid Stations
ISLAMABAD, October 15, 2026 — The Islamabad Electric Supply Company has started its 2026-27 maintenance programme covering more than 130 grid stations and 1,295 feeders, with planned outages scheduled through February. The programme was reported on October 15, 2026. The development has drawn attention across Pakistan because of its implications for power supply reliability and consumers in the region. The details below explain what is known, what remains to be confirmed and why the issue deserves continued scrutiny.