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PM Shehbaz Sharif forms 19-member education task force

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the formation of a 19-member Education Task Force aimed at addressing the pressing issues related to the national education emergency, ARY News reported on Tuesday. The PM Shehbaz Sharif himself chaired the task force which includes key ministers and representatives from various national and international organizations. The key members of the task force include the Minister of Education and Vocational Training, the Minister of IT and Telecom, and the Minister of Information and Broadcasting. The Federal Secretary will serve as the convener of the task force, with provincial education ministers and secretaries are also included in the members of the task force. The country head of the World Bank will act as the co-convener. Additional members include representatives from the Asian Development Bank, Commonwealth and Development Office, UNICEF, UNESCO, WFP, and JICA. Notable local members include Amjad Saqib, Chairman of the Pak
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Nine of family gunned down inside residence in Peshawar

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PESHAWAR: The unknown assailants opened fire inside a house and killed nine members of a family allegedly over a property dispute in Peshawar, ARY News reported.   According to the police, unknown armed assailants entered a house and killed 9 members of the same family, including four children and as many women. The police said that family rivals entered the house and opened fire, killing eight people on the spot and injuring one who later succumbed to their wounds during treatment. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Investigation Sahibzada Sajjad, said that teams have been formed under the supervision of Superintendent of Police (SP) Circle to arrest the suspects. He added that the deceased include women and children, and the investigation will progress after the registration of the case. It seems that a tragic incident of mass murder has occurred in Peshawar, allegedly due to a property dispute. The police are investigating the case and have formed teams to arrest the suspe
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GTA 6 fans speculate the game’s file size to exceed 300GB

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Amid the anticipation for Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto (GTA) 6, fans continue to speculate about the map, characters of the game along with the file size of the upcoming title. Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has announced that the much-awaited game Grand Theft Auto VI will be released in fall of 2025. The company has since then gone silent on the matter, leaving GTA 6 fans speculating about the specifications and features of the game. One such aspect is the file size of the upcoming title with several coming up their own number. GTA 6 fans were left concerned after an X user going by the name of GTAVInewz suggested that the game’s file size could be 750GB. However, others considered the claim unrealistic given it will exceed the storage capacity of PS5 and Xbox series consoles. Read more: GTA 6: Latest update regarding second trailer, release date Another X user going by the name GTAVIbestleaks predicted that the file size of the game will exceed
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Karachi traders reject hikes in electricity bills

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KARACHI: Traders in Karachi have voiced strong opposition to the recent increase in electricity bills and the persistent issue of unannounced load shedding in the metropolis, ARY News reported on Monday. The President of the Tariq Road Trades Alliance, Ilyas Memon, condemned the hike in electricity prices, describing it as an additional burden on businesses which already grappling with excessive billing from K-Electric. “The markets are suffering due to load shedding during the ongoing heatwave, which is severely affecting business operations,” stated Ilyas Memon. The President of the Tariq Road Trades Alliance has called on the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) to intervene in this matter. Memon expressed the urgent need for the government to withdraw the recent electricity price increase and to address the problem of unannounced load shedding. He also urged for an overhaul of the existing tax system, which he described as oppressive to both businesses and the gene
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WATCH: Jos Buttler hits five sixes in an over against USA

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England skipper Jos Buttler took United States of America (USA) bowler Harmeet Singh to the cleaners during their Super 8 fixture of the T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados. Chasing a target of 116, Buttler launched an onslaught on USA bowlers as he smashed seven sixes and six fours to score an unbeaten 83 off 38 deliveries at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown on Sunday. His inning helped England thrash the USA by 10 wickets to confirm a berth in the semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2024. During his fiery knock, Jos Buttler smacked five sixes in the ninth over, bowled by Harmeet Singh, racking up 32 runs in total.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by ICC (@icc) Earlier, England bowled out USA for 115 in 18.5 overs on the back of an all-round bowling display that included a hat-trick by pacer Chris Jordan . Jordan finished with the figures of 10-4 in just 2.5 overs. from ARY NEWS https://ift.tt/Jg0F6u5 https://ift.tt/DFURWue
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Elderly man tortured for denying use of drugs outside his residence

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KARACHI: In a disturbing incident, a senior citizen was brutally assaulted by some drug users after he confronted them for openly using drugs outside his residence, ARY News reported on Sunday. As per the details, the victim tried to stop the youths from engaging in drug activity infront of his home but the youth got offensive, resulting in severe violence against the old man. The affected citizen, whose identity has not been disclosed, has filed a formal complaint at the Korangi Industrial Area police station, seeking legal action against the individuals. It is pertinent to mention here that Ice, also known as crystal methamphetamine, has been on the rise in Pakistan in recent years. Crystal meth is a highly addictive and potent stimulant that can have devastating effects on individuals and society as a whole. The usage of ice in Pakistan has been particularly prevalent among the younger generation. The drug is often seen as a party drug that can enhance energy, alertness, and
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Euro 2024: Young fan invades pitch, takes selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo

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A young fan ran onto the pitch during Saturday’s Euro 2024 match between Turkey and Portugal and posed for a selfie with Cristiano Ronaldo in the centre circle. The fan, wearing a red tracksuit top, evaded security staff as he emerged from the stand behind the benches midway through the second half of the game in Dortmund and made his way towards the Portugal skipper. Portugal were leading 3-0 in the Group F game at the time, and Ronaldo posed smiling for a photo before the pitch invader ran off trying to escape stewards. They eventually caught up with him and escorted him away to applause from the stands. Shortly afterwards, another youngster attempted to copy the first pitch invader but this time an exasperated Ronaldo threw his arms up in frustration and did not agree to a second selfie. The youth was then brusquely manhandled away from the superstar forward and off the playing area. Portugal eventually swept into the last 16 of Euro 2024 after comfortably seeing off Turkey
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