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Inter exams to be held from This date in Karachi

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Inter exams in Karachi, scheduled for June 1, have been postponed for five days due to the ongoing heatwave. The decision came after the Sindh government delayed exams across the province following a significant rise in temperatures. The citizens of Karachi are warned of a severe heatwave in the coming days, with temperatures expected to remain significantly above normal. Board of Intermediate Education, Karachi (BIEK) Chairman Prof Nasim Ahmed Memon announced the exams' postponement and sought permission to extend them for four days.
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Medicine prices to skyrocket in Pakistan for This reason

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Medicine prices in Pakistan are set to increase significantly due to a proposed 18% sales tax recommended by the IMF. Experts caution that this tax will make medicines unaffordable for many, giving pharmaceutical companies free rein to set prices. This recommendation comes amid the IMF's policy-level talks with Pakistan on a bailout package.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif expands cabinet, inducts This key MNA

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expanded his federal cabinet by inducting MNA Ali Pervaiz Malik as a state minister. Ali Pervaiz took the oath of office at a ceremony attended by notable figures, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. Ali Pervaiz was elected as MNA from NA-119 constituency of Lahore.
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Putin to visit Beijing this week

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Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit Beijing from Thursday to Friday at the invitation of leader Xi Jinping. The visit signifies the growing economic partnership between the two countries, especially amid Western sanctions on Russia. Analysts highlight the increasing dependence of Russia on China and the potential hesitancy of China to jeopardize its relations with the West.
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Heatstroke kills 61 in Thailand so far this year: govt

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Summary: Thailand's health ministry reported that heatstroke has killed 61 people so far in 2024, surpassing the total for the entire 2023. The northeast region has seen the highest number of deaths. The exceptionally hot weather is attributed to climate change and the El Nino phenomenon. Authorities have warned people to limit outdoor activities due to the prolonged heatwave. Storms have brought some relief but also potential flash flooding.
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Saudi crown prince likely to visit Pakistan this month

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is expected to visit Pakistan this month, marking his first visit in five years. During the trip, there are plans for signing MoUs on a $5 billion investment, and a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.They will also explore potential investment commitments amounting to $10-15 billion.
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This country shows interest to run Islamabad airport

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The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is accelerating the outsourcing process of Islamabad International Airport, with Turkey expressing interest in the plan. Investors from various countries and local groups have also shown interest in outsourcing Pakistan's three major airports. The government is actively engaging with interested parties to facilitate the privatisation process.
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John Cena was advised not to work in THIS superhit film

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John Cena's agency initially advised him against working in the successful film 'Barbie'. Despite this, Cena made a cameo appearance as a merman named Kenmaid. The project was a critical and commercial success, receiving eight Oscar nominations and grossing over $1 billion worldwide. Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling also starred in the Greta Gerwig-directed film.
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Shahid Kapoor regrets refusing THIS hit film starring Aamir Khan

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Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor revealed that he turned down a role in Aamir Khan's 'Rang De Basanti,' expressing regret for the decision. He disclosed this on Neha Dhupia's talk show, citing prior commitments as the reason. The ensemble cast of 'Rang De Basanti' included Aamir Khan, Siddharth, and others. The confession has surprised fans.
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Murad Ali Shah to take oath of Sindh’s CM this evening

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Murad Ali Shah is set to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Sindh for the third time at the Governor House in Karachi. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will attend and discuss the new Sindh cabinet with Shah. Elected with 112 votes, he previously served two consecutive terms from 2016 to 2023.