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Malakand Division tax row sparks unrest, protest movement grows

Local leaders want the Malakand Division tax status clarified before any taxes are enforced or widened from July 1, as a protest movement is reportedly gaining momentum.

Zaviya Desk · 5 hr ago · 3 min read

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Mine owners say explosives curbs idle 4,000 KP projects

The Frontier Mine Owners Association also blamed federal decisions and forest-related problems, and asked the governor to step in on the sector's difficulties.

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PakistanLahore police arrest 5,212 suspects tied to 2,410 gangs18 hr ago

PakistanBalochistan launches Sehat Dehleez app for free doctor calls4 hr ago

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Punjab Child Begging Law: Parents Face Up to 3 Years in Jail

Under the new Punjab child begging law, parents and guardians who force children to beg can face up to three years in prison and a Rs300,000 fine, effective immediately.

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BISP new payment method: withdrawals via authorized retailers

The BISP new payment method lets women withdraw funds at authorized retailers of six partner banks, and the first collection activates their digital wallet.

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Markets nowGold 24K / tola425,098 ▼Dollar (market)277 Dollar open market280.15 ▼Petrol / litre382.02

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Iran vs Trump: Araghchi hits back at 'finish the job' threat

Iran vs Trump news today centres on Abbas Araghchi's reply on X, which followed Trump's public backing of Netanyahu before Israel's October 27 parliamentary election.

21-Oct-2026, 11:15 am

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US midterm elections: Republicans defend narrow majorities

Gasoline and grocery prices, a contested immigration push and a Republican president's low poll numbers loom over a vote that will decide which party controls Congress.

21-Oct-2026, 1:41 am

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Riyadh government agencies shift to remote work policy

Government agencies and major financial districts in Riyadh have shifted to a remote work model following security concerns in the Saudi capital.

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Riyadh airport reopens as airlines cancel Saudi flights

Riyadh airport attack news: airlines are cancelling Saudi Arabia flights, and the reopened airport still needs civil aviation approval for each departure and landing.

21-Oct-2026, 2:53 am

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Iran shoots down US MQ-9 drone, Revolutionary Guard says

Iran shoots down US drone, the Revolutionary Guard says: an MQ-9 was destroyed over the strait early Tuesday, its 54th such claim by its own count.

20-Oct-2026, 3:31 pm

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Sudan drone strikes also hit Nyala city and a Khartoum home

Sudan drone strikes in recent days have left more than 100 dead, with the deadliest attack hitting a West Kordofan transport hub, residents and medical workers said.

20-Oct-2026

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