Islamabad, December 17, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday announced that Pakistan will send selected students to Europe and China for advanced training in artificial intelligence (AI), as part of the government’s broader strategy to equip youth with modern, globally competitive skills.
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Mild earthquake jolts Karachi and parts of Balochistan
Karachi, December 16, 2025 — A mild to moderate earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale struck Karachi and several areas of Balochistan late Monday night, triggering panic among residents but causing no immediate reports of casualties or damage, officials said.
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Significant Petroleum Price Cuts Expected from December 16
Islamabad, December 13, 2025 – The government is set to reduce prices of all petroleum products by up to Rs 11.85 per litre for the last fortnight of 2025, starting December 16, following a decline in international oil prices. However, consumers may not see the full benefit as margins for oil marketing companies (OMCs) and dealers have increased.
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Supreme Court Rules Forced DNA Testing Violates Fundamental Rights in Pakistan
Islamabad, December 12, 2025 — In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has declared that compelling any individual to undergo a DNA test without consent is a direct violation of fundamental rights guaranteed under the Constitution. The apex court held that such intrusive orders infringe upon personal dignity and cannot be made part of judicial proceedings unless explicitly required by law.
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Sindh Announces Winter Vacations for Schools from December 22
Karachi, December 11, 2025 – The Sindh Education Department has officially announced the winter vacation schedule for schools across the province. According to a spokesperson, all public and private educational institutions in Sindh will remain closed from December 22 to December 31, 2025, for the annual winter break. Schools are scheduled to reopen on January 1, 2026, marking the start of the new academic term.
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PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to eradicate corruption
Islamabad, December 9, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday emphasized Pakistan’s renewed commitment to eliminate corruption, marking the International Anti-Corruption Day with a strong message on transparency, accountability, and youth involvement.
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SNGPL Announces Winter Gas Supply Schedule for Punjab and KP
Lahore, December 7, 2025 – Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has released a revised gas supply schedule for domestic consumers in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for the winter season, outlining designated hours of availability from December to February.
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Pakistan to Launch AI-Powered App Next Month to Combat Illegal Immigration
Islamabad, December 5, 2025 – Pakistan is preparing to introduce an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered mobile application next month as part of a major initiative to curb illegal immigration and strengthen travel verification systems.
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Headline Inflation Rises 6.1% in November 2025: PBS Report
Islamabad, December 1, 2025 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Monday reported that Pakistan’s headline inflation, measured through the Consumer Price Index (CPI), increased by 6.1% in November 2025 on a year-on-year basis.
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Pakistan reduces petrol and diesel prices for first half of December 2025
Islamabad, November 30, 2025 – The federal government has announced a reduction in petrol and diesel prices for the first fortnight of December 2025, offering relief to consumers amid fluctuating global oil trends. The revised prices, notified by the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), will take effect from December 1, 2025.
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