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Pakistan Power Reforms Save $17 Billion in Costs

Monday, January 19, 2026

Islamabad, 19 January 2026: Pakistan has rolled out key power reforms by scrapping plans to procure 8,000 MW of expensive electricity. The move, announced by Power Minister Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari

Bangladesh Firearms Deposit Ordered by Jan 31 Ahead of Elections

Monday, January 19, 2026

Current Affairs

Dhaka, 19 January 2026: Bangladesh’s interim government has ordered a Bangladesh firearms deposit, requiring all firearms licence holders to submit their weapons at the nearest police station by 31 January 2026. The

Pakistan: Hajj Policy 2026 Sets 179,210 Quota for Pilgrims

Monday, January 19, 2026

Current Affairs

Islamabad, 19 January 2026: Pakistan has approved the Hajj policy 2026, allocating a total quota of 179,210 pilgrims. The policy, aligned with Saudi guidelines, divides slots between government and private schemes. Applications

Gul Plaza Fire Under Control After 36 Hours: 14 Dead

Monday, January 19, 2026

Current Affairs

Karachi, 19 January 2026 — The Gul Plaza fire that devastated a multi-storey shopping centre on MA Jinnah Road has been brought under control after nearly 36 hours of intense firefighting. At

India Vs New Zealand Odi Series Result: Kiwis Seal Historic 2-1 Victory

Monday, January 19, 2026

Sports

New Zealand defeated India by 41 runs in the third ODI at Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The visitors posted 337 for 8 before bowling out the hosts

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Pakistan Power Reforms Save $17 Billion in Costs

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Pakistan: Hajj Policy 2026 Sets 179,210 Quota for Pilgrims

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India Vs New Zealand Odi Series Result: Kiwis Seal Historic 2-1 Victory

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