Govt implements work-from-home policy in Islamabad’s Red Zone
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Govt implements work-from-home policy in Islamabad’s Red Zone

April 20, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: The federal government has made a significant decision to temporarily enforce a work-from-home policy for employees in government offices located within Islamabad’s Red Zone. It has been learned through a notification issued by the Cabinet Division of Pakistan that employees working in government ministries, departments and other offices based

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Pakistan Customs expands Silver Sweep probe, suspends more officers
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Pakistan Customs expands Silver Sweep probe, suspends more officers

April 20, 2026
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QUETTA: Pakistan Customs has widened the scope of its investigation into the ongoing Silver Sweep case, suspending additional officers and deploying a new team in Quetta. According to a spokesperson, further scrutiny of the case has revealed additional evidence of negligence, corruption, and poor performance, leading to the suspension of

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Maulana Fazlur Rehman: Pakistan’s mediation efforts preventing World War III
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Maulana Fazlur Rehman: Pakistan’s mediation efforts preventing World War III

April 20, 2026
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LAHORE: Chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Maulana Fazlur Rehman emphasized the importance of Pakistan’s involvement in international politics, asserting that through the mediation process of the country, a possible World War III was being prevented. While addressing the crowd gathered for the occasion of paying tribute to famous poet Syed

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German Embassy Islamabad announces temporary closure of visa sections
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German Embassy Islamabad announces temporary closure of visa sections

April 19, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: The German Embassy in Islamabad on Sunday announced the temporary closure of its visa and consular sections starting tomorrow, April 20, 2026. The closure, which is expected to last until at least April 21, comes as a direct result of extensive road closures and heightened security measures in the

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Dar phones Iranian FM Araqchi ahead of second round of US-Iran talks
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Dar phones Iranian FM Araqchi ahead of second round of US-Iran talks

April 19, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has had a telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, in which the situation in the region was discussed in detail. During the conversation, Ishaq Dar said the need for continuous dialogue and diplomatic contacts for peace and stability

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Popularity of Field Marshal Asim Munir creates ripple effect in Afghanistan
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Popularity of Field Marshal Asim Munir creates ripple effect in Afghanistan

April 19, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s popularity is gaining attention beyond Pakistan, particularly in Afghanistan. A video featuring an Afghan citizen from Nangarhar province has gone viral on social media, in which he expresses his admiration and good wishes for both Pakistan and Field Marshal Munir. In his message, the

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International Islamic University Islamabad postpones midterms, shifts classes online
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International Islamic University Islamabad postpones midterms, shifts classes online

April 19, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: All classes at the Islamic International University will be held online from April 20 to April 24. Additionally, Barani University in Rawalpindi will remain closed until April 26, as stated in a notification that has been issued. The university’s main campus will be closed during this period due to

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Security protocols halt traffic, Metro bus service in federal capital
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Security protocols halt traffic, Metro bus service in federal capital

April 19, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has issued a comprehensive traffic advisory for April 19, announcing the closure of several key arteries and the suspension of the Metro Bus service due to high-profile foreign delegates movements in the federal capital. According to an ITP spokesperson, the Red Zone and its

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All private, public, good transport suspended in twin cities
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All private, public, good transport suspended in twin cities

April 19, 2026
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ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI: The district administrations of Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Sunday announced the immediate suspension of all public, private, and goods transport as the twin cities were placed under a high-security alert. The decision, communicated through official channels by the Deputy Commissioners, follows heightened diplomatic activity and reports of potential protests

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Germany offers new job opportunities for Pakistanis: Document verification is key
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Germany offers new job opportunities for Pakistanis: Document verification is key

April 19, 2026
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistanis seeking job opportunities in Germany must make sure that their educational qualifications are properly authenticated and duly approved according to the recent instructions. It has been instructed by the Bureau of Immigration and Overseas Employment that candidates should have their educational records verified through the German Recognition System

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