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Balochistan tube wells to be solarised by centre: Minister

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The federal government is committed to funding the solarization of agricultural tube wells in Balochistan. With concerns of limited electricity supply and rampant power theft, the Minister for Energy emphasized the need for support in combating these issues and assured strict action against those involved in illegal activities. The government aims to improve electricity supply for agricultural purposes in Balochistan.
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Uzbek foreign minister arrives in Pakistan on two-day official visit

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Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov arrived in Pakistan for a two-day official visit, receiving a warm welcome. He is expected to meet with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and hold discussions with Deputy PM Ishaq Dar on various bilateral issues, predominantly focusing on trade and connectivity. This visit aims to strengthen friendly relations between the two countries. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is also likely to visit Pakistan in May to sign MoUs for a $5 billion investment.
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Pakistan is very suitable for investment, says Saudi minister

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Saudi Minister Ibrahim al-Mubarak expressed confidence in Pakistan as a favorable investment destination at the Pakistan-Saudi Arab Investment Forum. A 50-member Saudi delegation has visited Pakistan to explore investment prospects in various sectors, aiming for 10 to 15 billion US dollars commitment. Pakistani officials are set to present investment proposals to the delegates.
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Humza Yousaf resigned as Scotland’s first minister

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Humza Yousaf resigned as first minister, opening opportunity for UK Labour Party to regain ground in Scotland. Yousaf stepped down after scrapping coalition agreement with Greens and failing to secure enough support to survive no-confidence votes, citing need for new leadership. This comes amid SNP's faltering fortunes and rise of Labour in Scottish politics.
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Russia detains deputy defence minister for corruption

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Russia's Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov has been detained by Russian security services on suspicion of accepting "major bribes" and could face up to 15 years in jail if convicted. His sudden arrest has raised speculation about elite power struggles and a crackdown on corruption within the armed forces. The Kremlin and Defence Ministry have not commented.
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Finance Minister Aurangzeb stresses need for new IMF programme

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Finance Minister Aurangzeb stresses the need for a new IMF program, aiming for a staff-level agreement by the end of next fiscal year. He discusses the upcoming IMF meeting, economic improvements, tax reforms, and the importance of the capital market. Additionally, he visits Utility Stores Corporation to review the Ramadan Relief Package.
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Maryam Nawaz takes oath as Punjab chief minister

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Maryam Nawaz, a PML-N leader, was sworn in as Punjab's first female chief minister amid the boycott of proceedings by the Sunni Ittehad Council. She received 220 votes while her opponent received none. The ceremony was attended by various political figures. Nawaz entered parliamentary politics last week after winning the general elections.
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Kangana Ranaut plans to become Prime Minister of India?

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Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut has revealed her potential political plans, stating that she is set to contest in the elections on the ticket of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. However, she humorously mentioned that after doing a film about the former Indian Prime Minister, nobody would want her as the Prime Minister. The film is directed and produced by Ranaut, featuring her in the lead role.
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Interior Minister says committed to ensure security for election 2024

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Caretaker Interior Minister Dr. Gohar Ejaz aims to ensure secure and peaceful elections in 2024, emphasizing close collaboration with stakeholders. The review meeting in Quetta assessed the security situation, following three violent incidents in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Efforts are directed towards creating a conducive security environment for the electoral process.
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5G to be launched in Pakistan by August 2024: IT Minister

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5G services will be launched in Pakistan by July-August 2024, announced by Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr Umar Saif at the Pakistan Mobile Summit. Efforts are being made to enhance the optic fiber network and promote the local mobile industry, with plans to offer a 300MHz spectrum for auction. Government incentives are being provided to support industry growth.