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Covid-19 pandemic: First case of Omicron sub-variant detected in Pakistan

This new sub-variant is causing increasing number of cases in different countries, the National Institute of Health tweeted

IMF suggests revoking govt subsidies in Pak, talks scheduled on May 18

The Express Tribune reported that the IMF has informed the country's government that it could send a mission to Doha for one week on May 18

Pakistan reports 64 new cases, overall Covid tally reaches over 1.5 million

A total of 30,375 people died from COVID-19 in Pakistan, with no more deaths recorded on Sunday, according to the ministry's statistics

2 mn people to march to Islamabad on May 20: Imran Khan warns Shahbaz govt

Khan told the Shehbaz Sharif-led government that two million people will come to the federal capital irrespective of how many containers are put up to create hindrances

Not in favour of any narrative against US, will try to improve ties: Pak PM

While talking to reporters in Lahore, Shehbaz Sharif said that the word 'revenge' doesn't lie in their dictionary. However, the law will find its own way.

Pak army slams 'deliberate attempts' to defame it after Imran govt outster

Pakistan's army warned its critics on Sunday to avoid throwing dirt on the premier institution as it took "strong exception" to "intensified and deliberate attempts" to drag it in politics

Pakistan reports 46 fresh Coronavirus cases and three more deaths

This comes amid World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that suggest that the actual number of COVID-19 deaths in Pakistan was eight times the figure reported by the government

Pak: Punjab bans commercial fishing for 10 yrs after river fish stocks fall

Fisheries Department Secretary Shahid Zaman issued an order regarding this. As per the order, the ban will come into force from September 1 and will remain in force till July 31, 2032

Pakistan dispatches aid of emergency relief items for Afghan flood victims

"Pakistan as a neighbouring country has been at the forefront of efforts for provision of humanitarian assistance for the Afghan people," the Ministry said in a statement

Pak PM vows to curb flour price at govt's own expense amid wheat shortage

The reason for this shortage is reduced area under wheat cultivation, shortage of water and fertilizer, and delay in the announcement of support price

Ex-Pak FM Ishaq Dar advises govt to renegotiate IMF bailout package

"We have to run the country and not ruin it by taking dictations," said the former Finance Minister, reported Geo News

Pak investigation agency probes senior journalist Sami Abraham under PECA

The journalist has been accused of levelling false allegations against senior government functionaries, reported ARY News.

Pakistan: Sharif-led govt nominates Baligh-ur-Rehman as new Punjab Governor

Rehman had served as the state minister for education, interior and narcotics control when Nawaz Sharif became prime minister after the Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz victory in the 2013 elections

'Would have never agreed' to US military bases in Pakistan: Imran Khan

Khan made these remarks while addressing overseas Pakistanis in a video message

Shehbaz Sharif govt to check ex-PM Imran Khan's assets and income

After ousting Imran Khan from power and tackling his claims of corruption against opposition party leaders, Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif has decided to scrutinise the value of the former PM's assets & income

Pakistan urges Saudi not to withdraw deposits, wants oil facility extended

Pakistan has requested Saudi Arabia not to withdraw its deposits given to its central bank and extend its oil facility for the cash-strapped country.

Pak witnesses 24% increase in militant attacks in April: Think tank

Militants carried out 34 attacks in April, killing 55 people, including 34 security forces personnel: Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies

Cross-border tunnel found in J&K, plan to hamper Amarnath Yatra foiled: BSF

The tunnel was freshly dug and originated from the Pakistan side. Its opening was about 2 feet and so far 21 sandbags, used to strengthen the exit of the tunnel, have been recovered, BSF official said

Pakistan's dream to eradicate polio seems far away despite $5 bln spending

The country saw two polio cases on April 22

Imran demands early elections in Pak under supervision of 'neutral' CEC

Claiming that the "selected" government has been imposed on the masses through planning and plotting, he said that an election must be held as soon as possible