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PTI’s Hasan remanded in judicial custody

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An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Islamabad remanded Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) spokesperson Raoof Hasan in judicial custody for a fortnight in a case linked with terrorism. Police caught Hasan on July 31 on the basis of PTI leader Ahmed Janjua’s claim, who said the PTI information secretary had given him Rs300,000 to incite people to terror. Meanwhile, the court dismissed the petition seeking Hasan’s seven-day physical remand. The PTI leader’s counsel Ali Bukhari appeared and presented his arguments in the court. He also filed a post-arrest bail for his client. Over…

More than 30 killed in Somalia beach attack

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An Al-Shabaab suicide bomber and gunmen attacked a busy beach in the Somali capital Mogadishu, killing 32 people and wounding scores more, in one of the deadliest attacks in months, police said on Saturday. The Al-Qaeda-linked militants have been waging an insurgency against the internationally backed federal government for more than 17 years and have previously targeted the Lido beach area, popular with business people and officials. Unverified videos shared online in the immediate aftermath of the attack showed people scattering along a street, with a number of clips purporting…

Russia frees US journalist Gershkovich in major prisoner exchange

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US journalist Evan Gershkovich and a Russian intelligence colonel jailed for a Berlin murder were among two dozen prisoners freed Thursday in the biggest East-West prisoner swap since the Cold War. The intricate multinational deal that freed the Wall Street Journal reporter and others including former US marine Paul Whelan involved months of secret negotiations, and finally ended with a dramatic exchange on the airport tarmac in Turkey’s capital Ankara. Overjoyed family members appeared at the White House alongside US President Joe Biden, who said they’d been able to phone…

Gwadar protesters call off sit-in after successful negotiations

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GWADAR: The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) activists have called off their sit-in after successful negotiations with officials of the local administration in Gwadar district on Thursday night. BYC announced ending its sit-ins in Gwadar and across the province after an agreement was signed by Dr Mahrang Baloch— from the protesters’ side — and Gwadar district’s deputy commissioner. According to a declaration issued by the Balochistan Home Ministry, internet services have been restored after an agreement was reached between the BYC and the local administration. “The ministry vowed to open all…

Pakistan U19 to play tri-series ahead of ACC Asia Cup

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday confirmed that Pakistan U19 will play a seven-match ODI tri-series against the United Arab Emirates and Afghanistan from 13 to 26 November. In a press release, the PCB also revealed that the series will be hosted by UAE and the venues for the matches will be revealed later. The series opener will be played between Pakistan U19 and hosts UAE U19 on November 13.  The top two teams after the culmination of the first six games will progress to the final on November…

Karachi experiences heavy rain as more showers expected

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KARACHI: Heavy rainfall hit the port city on Wednesday night inundating roads and low-lying areas as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecast heavy downpours across the country over the next few days. Different parts of the port city, including Saddar, I.I. Chundrigar Road, Baldia Town, Defence and North Karachi received Intermittent showers last night. It is pertinent to mention here that the PMD forecast torrential monsoon rain across the country from August 1 to 6 with occasional gaps. In Sindh, according to the Met Office, areas to experience the monsoon…

US election: Trump hesitates on debating Harris as she gains ground

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Vice President Kamala Harris addressed a packed Atlanta arena on Tuesday, and teased her competitor Donald Trump for not deciding yet if he’ll join their upcoming debate. “The momentum in this race is shifting,” the Democratic nominee said. “And there are signs Donald Trump is feeling it.” Earlier, the 45th president was eager to debate with Harris; however, he’s deciding on stepping back from his decision, Chicago Tribune reported. “Probably will debate her, but can also make a case for not doing it,” he said. Following Trump’s statement, the Democratic candidate said…

Three martyred as terrorists target police checkpoint in Khyber

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KHYBER: At least two police personnel and a civilian were martyred Wednesday after terrorists targeted a checkpoint in Khyber district’s Charwazagai area, said the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police. Terrorists, according to District Police Officer (DPO) Saleem Abbas, launched a gun attack at a police checkpoint on the Pak-Afghan highway near the Landi Kotal Bazar. Those martyred in the attack, as per the police, included Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Alamzeb, while the injured included one policemen and a civilian. Following the attack, the terrorists fled the scene. According to the police, the civilians martyred and injured…