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284 foreign nationals to be shifted to Adiala Jail for deportation

The Nation - National - 16:34 Aug 16, 2026

Authorities have decided to shift 284 foreign nationals arrested in Islamabad in connection with an alleged online fraud and obscene content case to Adiala Jail as part of arrangements for their deportation from Pakistan.

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Major roads around Karachi’s Three Swords closed amid JI protest

The Nation - National - 15:25 Aug 16, 2026

KARACHI: Several major roads around Three Swords in Clifton have been closed to traffic due to a Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) protest, according to South Traffic Police.

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Punjab to abolish manual college admissions from 2027

The Nation - National - 12:16 Aug 16, 2026

LAHORE: The Punjab Education Department has decided to abolish manual college admissions across the province from 2027, shifting the entire admission process to an online system.
Tarbela reaches maximum storage as monsoon rains raise flood risk

The Nation - National - 12:14 Aug 16, 2026

ISLAMABAD: Monsoon rains have significantly improved water levels in the country’s rivers and reservoirs, with Tarbela Dam reaching its maximum storage capacity and Mangla Dam’s water level rising to 68 per cent.

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Nawaz Sharif chairs meeting on AJK government formation

The Nation - National - 09:52 Aug 16, 2026

MURREE: Former prime minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif is chairing a consultative meeting in Murree to discuss the formation of the government in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).
Government, goods transporters to hold crucial talks in Karachi today

The Nation - National - 09:45 Aug 16, 2026

KARACHI: A crucial round of talks between goods transporters and government representatives will be held in Karachi today (Sunday) in a bid to end the countrywide wheel-jam strike, which has entered its ninth day.

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Nawaz blames previous govts for current situation in AJK

The Nation - National - 05:36 Aug 16, 2026

ISLAMABAD/ Murree - President of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Nawaz Sharif on Saturday reiterated his commitment to serving the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and addressing their grievances as soon as possible.
Field Marshal hosts reception in honour of Pak Army veterans

The Nation - National - 05:30 Aug 16, 2026

RAWALPINDI - Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ hosted a reception in honour of Pakistan Army veterans on the occasion of Independence Day.
PM orders NDMA to ensure maximum relief for flood-affected people

The Nation - National - 05:28 Aug 16, 2026

ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to utilize all available resources to provide maximum assistance and relief to the people affected by floods across the country.

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Punjab CM sets 2029 target for AI-enabled province

The Nation - National - 05:10 Aug 16, 2026

LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Saturday reviewed the progress on the “Punjab AI Vision 2029” and set a target to transform Punjab into the most artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled province in South Asia by 2029.

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Spanish envoy highlights scope for expanding trade ties

The Nation - National - 04:34 Aug 16, 2026

RAWALPINDI - Ambassador of Spain to Pakistan, H.
PML-N strengthens position in AJK as PPP and PML-N split Bagh seats

The Nation - National - 17:35 Aug 15, 2026

The 2026 general election process in Azad Jammu and Kashmir has advanced with the announcement of results from two constituencies in Bagh, where the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) secured one seat each.

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PM saddened by loss of lives caused by earthquake in Indonesia

The Nation - National - 15:19 Aug 15, 2026

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said that he was deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and widespread devastation caused by the earthquake in Indonesia.

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Bureaucracy is Pakistan’s ‘real and permanent ruler’: Khawaja Asif

The Nation - National - 09:48 Aug 15, 2026

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has described Pakistan’s bureaucracy as the country’s “real and permanent rulers”, arguing that politicians and other ruling classes have faced accountability over the past 78 years while the bureaucracy has largely remained beyond scrutiny.

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President approves civil awards for 355 individuals

The Nation - National - 09:05 Aug 15, 2026

President Asif Ali Zardari has approved civil awards for 355 individuals in recognition of their contributions to science, education, medicine, arts, sports, public service and other fields.
PM directs NDMA to use all resources for flood relief

The Nation - National - 08:25 Aug 15, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to utilise all available resources to provide relief and assistance to people affected by floods following heavy monsoon rains.

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President, PM vow to protect national interests

The Nation - National - 04:37 Aug 15, 2026

PM Shehbaz briefs President Zardari on Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye peace agreement amid evolving regional, global developments President lauds PM, Field Marshal for translating trilateral fraternal ties into stronger strategic partnership President, PM reaffirm resolve to eliminate terrorism from country.

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Pakistan marks Independence Day with calls for unity

The Nation - National - 04:35 Aug 15, 2026

Islamabad - The nation celebrated Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day on Friday with national zeal and fervour, renewing its pledge to uphold the spirit of the Pakistan Movement and work towards making the country a true Islamic welfare state.

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Ms Aisha Rasool awarded Sitara-i-Imtiaz for distinguished public service

The Nation - National - 04:27 Aug 15, 2026

ISLAMABAD - The Government of Pakistan has announced the award of Sitara-i-Imtiaz to Ms Aisha Rasool Mehsud, Senior Consultant (Research & Opinion), Ministry of Law & Justice, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to public service, justice sector reform, legal education, digital transformation, Alternative Dispute.

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Pakistan’s measures reduced 47 percent illegal immigration to Europe: Naqvi

The Nation - National - 04:26 Aug 15, 2026

ISLAMABAD - Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday told Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide that Pakistan’s effective measures had resulted in a 47 per cent reduction in illegal immigration to Europe during the last over one year.

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