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16.08 / 06:57

FIVE country bail Courts Pakistan: Islamabad courts reject 9 bail pleas of Imran Khan

Imran Khan, seeking bail in connection with the First Information Reports (FIRs) registered against him over violent protests, Dawn reported. On Tuesday, the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) of Islamabad dismissed three bail petitions and Additional District and Sessions Judge (ADSJ) Mohammad Sohail rejected six petitions seeking pre-arrest bail for Khan.

15.08 / 18:57

COST folk Mega-run planning

Narendra Modi laid out a 1,000-year vision for India’s development, offered as a project of liberation in contrast with the millennium gone by. Our neighbours have had their own versions.

15.08 / 18:01

Citizens country Sachin Pilot slams Amit Malviya over 'Rajesh Pilot bombed Mizoram' claim

Indian Air Force planes that bombed Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, on March 5, 1966. "Later both became MPs on Congress tickets and ministers in the government.

15.08 / 16:39

'Wrong dates, facts': Sachin Pilot slams Amit Malviya over 'Rajesh Pilot bombed Mizoram' claim

Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Tuesday hit out at BJP IT department head Amit Malviya for claiming that his father Rajesh Pilot dropped bombs as an air force pilot in Mizoram in March 1966, saying the facts and dates are wrong as he was commissioned into the force in October that year. In a post on X, Malviya had claimed that Rajesh Pilot and Suresh Kalmadi were flying the Indian Air Force planes that bombed Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, on March 5, 1966.

15.08 / 16:39

Citi Twitter stage cricket Registration begins for ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 tickets

ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 tickets to secure their spot at experiencing the joy of cricket in the one-day format. The International Cricket Council (ICC) took to X, formerly known as Twitter to announce the registration for World Cup 2023 tickets.

15.08 / 12:57

UPS Kandi performer social independence day 'It's a holiday, but still you have to run': Virat Kohli shares his workout video on Independence day

Virat Kohli, known for his fitness commitment, continues to inspire fans with his rigorous workout routines shared on social media. Even on Independence Day, a national holiday, Virat hit the gym to maintain his form for the upcoming Asia Cup. Sharing a video on X (formerly Twitter), he said, "Chutti hai fir bhi bhaagna toh padega" along with emojis depicting a grinning face and a person running.

15.08 / 12:19

UPS Citizens Instagram Celebrity show social independence day Pakistan citizens in Dubai angry after Burj Khalifa didn't display their flag on Independence Day | Watch Video

WION. However, the Pakistan citizens were left disappointed and some even expressed anger when no such show came up. "The time is 12:01 am now and Dubai officials informed that Pakistan's national flag won't be displayed on Burj Khalifa.

15.08 / 05:51

UPS Target Art country Inside exclusive Baloch separatists, Islamist extremists stand in the way of China's global ambitions

Islamist extremist groups have severely dented China's efforts to access the rich mineral resources in Pakistan and Afghanistan. These minerals are crucial to fuel China's global ambitions to become a superpower, replacing the US. Baloch separatists view China as a neo-colonial power that is hand in glove with Pakistan's elite, including the army, to exploit the province's rich resources to the exclusion of locals.

15.08 / 04:21

Google Samsung Tapestry Celebrity country cover independence day Threads of unity: Google pays homage to India's rich textile heritage with special doodle on Independence Day

Independence Day, Google Doodle paid homage to the country's rich textile heritage, celebrating the vibrant tapestry of India's cultural identity. The intricate artwork, designed by New Delhi-based guest artist Namrata Kumar, is a patchwork ensemble of textiles from 21 different regions, representing the nation's diverse craft forms.

14.08 / 18:09

UPS Citi Target Cooper Citizens Action country Friendship with Pak will always remain 'rock-firm', says China as it congratulates caretaker PM Kakar

China on Monday asserted that its «ironclad friendship» with Islamabad will always remain «rock-firm and unbreakable» irrespective of any changes in the international landscape and the domestic situation in Pakistan, as it congratulates Anwarul Haq Kakar on his appointment as caretaker prime minister. Earlier in the day in Islamabad, 52-year-old Kakar, an ethnic Pushtun leader who is considered close to the powerful military, was sworn in as Pakistan's caretaker prime minister to head a neutral political set-up to run the cash-strapped country and conduct the next general elections.

14.08 / 16:29

Provident Action Remark country Our armed forces will give befitting reply to anyone trying to cast an evil eye on India: Rajnath Singh

India has always been a peace-loving nation, but will not spare those with «ill intention or hostility», Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday, amid the lingering border row with China in eastern Ladakh and Pakistan's support to cross-border terrorism. On the eve of the 77th Independence Day, he also said the government is making all efforts to equip the armed forces with the latest weapons and training to meet future challenges. «We not only seek peace but also express our commitment to peace through our actions.

14.08 / 13:25

Twitter Remark film love Celebrity country social independence day Ex-Pakistani Seema Haider chants ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’, hoists tri-colour flag ahead of Independence Day, video goes viral

Seema Haider, the Pakistani woman who hit headlines for crossing the border to be with her Indian boyfriend chanting Pakistan Murdabad and Hindustan Zindabad in a viral video. The video was shared by a Twitter user named Advocate Ashutosh J Dubey. Dubey is the head of BJP Maharashtra Social.

14.08 / 10:01

Target FIVE Another terror module busted by Punjab Police

Punjab Police on Monday busted another terror module with the arrest of five people who were allegedly planning to commit targeted killings in the state, officials said. The accused are operatives of Pakistan-based Harvinder Rinda and US-based Goldy Brar, said Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav. The DGP said two foreign-made pistols were also seized from them.

14.08 / 09:05

Citizens Progressive Fighting Assurant Celebrity country social independence day President Alvi calls for unity as Pakistan celebrates 76th Independence Day

Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Monday appealed to political leaders to shun their differences and antagonism as the cash-strapped country celebrated its 76th Independence Day. Addressing a flag hoisting ceremony held at the Convention Centre here, the president also expressed his gratitude to friendly countries like China, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Iran and Turkiye for supporting Pakistan during its economic woes. He expressed confidence that Pakistan could become a developed country in a few years.

14.08 / 08:15

Pakistan’s army is back in charge of politics

economic development," says Ahmed Bilal Mehboob, president of the Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency. In perennially chaotic Pakistan, order can seem attractive to an ambitious general.

14.08 / 05:15

Allegiant country social Watch: ‘Pakistan murdabad’; video of Seema Haider chanting slogans against her motherland goes viral; netizens react

In a video making rounds on social media, Pakistani national Seema Haider was seen chanting "Pakistan murdabad (Down with Pakistan)," revealing her vocal disapproval of her country of origin. Ashutosh Dubey, Head of BJP Maharashtra Social Media, shared the video from his official X (formerly Twitter) account. Netizens have reacted to the video, and the reactions are varied.

14.08 / 03:57

show J-K: BSF neutralizes Pakistani Intruder attempting to breach border in Pathankot

Also Read: Kashmir: No restrictions on Independence Day as people get enthusiastic for ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign The Commissioner conveyed that there would be no restrictions on August 15 across the entire Kashmir valley, and internet services would remain operational, ensuring that people can engage with the 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign without hindrance. He noted the public's enthusiastic participation in the campaign, interpreting it as a positive indication.

14.08 / 03:57

Platform Align Allegiant film social actress folk ‘ISI agent’ Seema Haider’s Pakistani identity under radar again after Bollywood offer; MNS leader issues ‘clear warning’

film industry. The general secretary of Maharashtra Navnirman Seva (MNS), Ameya Khopkar, has thrown a spotlight on the matter. Khopkar, aligned with Raj Thackeray, expressed his concerns over Haider's involvement in the Indian film scene, asserting that a Pakistani national should not have a place in the industry.

14.08 / 02:27

MET Progressive Extreme Celebrity show country Power independence day Pakistan PM Sharif hands over power to caretaker government ahead of Pak Independence Day

Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan from office through a no-confidence vote. PM Sharif started his farewell address by announcing that he was handing over the responsibility of running the nation to a caretaker government after the conclusion of his government's 16-month tenure, according to a report published by Dawn. PM Sharif's farewell address came ahead of Pakistan's Independence Day which is celebrated on August 14 every year.

14.08 / 01:29

UPS Citizens Progressive track Pakistan suspends imports of Russian crude on “technical grounds”

Pakistan has suspended import of Russian oil after two consignments on the grounds of “quality of crude”. The Pakistan government has blamed the quality of Russian crude for its decision even as Russian oil continues to top Indian energy imports. Refineries in Pakistan have refused to process Russian oil, as less petrol was being produced from it with 20 per cent more furnace oil compared to the Arabian crude, ET has learnt.

14.08 / 01:09

UPS Google Destiny Celebrity Indus independence day Google Doodle celebrates Pakistan's 77th Independence Day with dolphin artwork. Here's why

Search giant Google is celebrating the 77th Independence Day of Pakistan with a special doodle. The Doodle artwork features The Indus River dolphin, a toothed whale species that is endemic to Pakistan.

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