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Pakistan: Islamabad reports first Polio case in 16 Years, triggers alarm

Sep 07, 2024

Pakistan has reported its first polio case in Islamabad in 16 years, raising the total for 2024 to 17. The case, detected in Union Council Rural 4, marks the city's first since 2008. Environmental samples from 64 districts, including Islamabad and Rawalpindi, have tested positive for wild poliovirus (WPV1), indicating its continued presence. In response, a large-scale vaccination campaign will be launched from September 9 to 13, targeting over 33 million children across 115 districts and all 36 districts of Balochistan, which has reported 12 polio cases since February.

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Super Typhoon Yagi causes widespread damage in Hainan, China. (Photo: WAM)

Super Typhoon Yagi claims two lives in China's Hainan province

Sep 07, 2024

Super Typhoon Yagi has severely impacted Hainan province in southern China, resulting in at least two deaths and 92 injuries. The storm, which made landfall on Friday, has caused extensive damage, with recovery efforts underway to restore power, clear blocked roads, and resume transport services. Communication infrastructure has also been heavily affected, particularly in Wenchang City.
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India can play a role in resolving Ukraine conflict, says Italian PM Meloni after meeting Zelenskyy

Sep 07, 2024
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir (File Photo/ISPR)

Pakistan Army Chief acknowledges role of Pak Army in Kargil War

Sep 07, 2024

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Protests organised in PoJK as public remains agitated over rising enforced disappearances

Sep 07, 2024

The incidents of enforced disappearances in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) are on a steep rise. The disappearance...
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Pakistan: Karachi's Jinnah Road in disarray after heavy rains, highlights municipal inefficiency

Sep 07, 2024

Days after heavy rains inundated Karachi, major roads, including the crucial MA Jinnah Road, remain severely damaged, reflecting...
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Baloch rights organization attacks federal government for passing bill against peaceful protest

Sep 07, 2024

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has condemned Pakistan's newly passed 'Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act, 2024,' which...
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EAM Jaishankar to visit Saudi Arabia, Germany and Switzerland, aims to boost ties

Sep 07, 2024
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Chinese regional banks sell mortgaged assets amid property sector bad loan crisis

Sep 07, 2024
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Massive Islamabad protests demand reversal of decision endangering 11,000 jobs

Sep 07, 2024
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Japan: Prince Hisahito turns 18, first male imperial family member to reach adulthood in 39 years

Sep 07, 2024
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US warns companies of risk to Hong Kong operations, says threat on par with Chinese firms

Sep 07, 2024
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Protesters block Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Karakoram Highway over unfulfilled promises on road, water projects

Sep 07, 2024
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"Willing to work with like-minded partners, Quad is an example": EAM Jaishankar

Sep 07, 2024
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US, Japan, S Korea officials brainstorm steps to counter N Korea cyberthreats at working group meet

Sep 07, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (Photo: X@narendramodi)

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince to visit India on September 9-10, participate in business forum in Mumbai

Sep 07, 2024
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World Uyghur Congress condemns China's disinformation campaign, threats against staff

Sep 07, 2024
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'Vishwabandhu': India sends 2300 kg medical aid to Chad after fire incident

Sep 07, 2024
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Pakistan: Karachi residents grapple with 12-hour power outages due to illegal electricity sales, infrastructure issues

Sep 07, 2024