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The Mikbariyah at the Grand Mosque in Makkah is a designated room used by muezzins to call the prayer and relay the imam’s takbeers. Saudi official sources confirm that the older structure was relocated in 2014 as part of the Mataf expansion project and replaced with a modern facility equipped with audio systems and monitoring screens. However, the claims about public access before COVID-19, current access restrictions, and the exact position of the new glass cabin have not been fully verified.
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Disclaimer: Some details about the cabin’s exact location and public access remain unverified; information is based on available Saudi official sources and published reports.
Pakistan’s embassy in Abu Dhabi and consulate in Dubai began processing e-passport applications from October 23, 2026, according to recent reports. A five-year, 36-page passport costs AED 145 under normal processing, while an urgent replacement for a 10-year, 72-page passport lost for the second time costs AED 2,540. Existing machine-readable passports remain valid until expiry, and applicants must provide both first and last names.
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Disclaimer: Fees and requirements are based on published reports; applicants should confirm the latest details with the Pakistani embassy or consulate before applying.
Ishaq Dar met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Istanbul on October 23, 2026, to discuss regional and global developments. Both sides emphasised continued dialogue, diplomatic engagement, and the longstanding strategic partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye. Dar also attended the R4 and R4+E4 ministerial meetings before departing for Islamabad.
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Disclaimer: This post is based on official statements from Pakistan’s Foreign Office and Turkish authorities.
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari has said the provincial government will pursue the alleged sexual assault case involving Azerbaijani woman Diana on behalf of the state, despite her recent video statement clearing one suspect. Bukhari said the case also includes kidnapping and robbery charges, while Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has raised allegations of a financial offer to the woman and possible bribery involving a judge. These allegations have not been proven in court, and police say the investigation will proceed on the basis of evidence.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Pakistani media reports published on October 24, 2026; allegations of bribery and payments remain unproven.
Pakistani actress Sehar Hashmi has shared the qualities she hopes to find in her future husband. In a 2025 interview, she said she wants a partner who feeds her, massages her feet, knows how to make tea and remains calm when she becomes emotional. However, the claim that she considers herself the most beautiful girl in the world could not be verified through reliable reports.
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Disclaimer: The marriage-related remarks are based on media reports from May 2025; the beauty claim remains unverified.
Indian Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has confirmed receiving an invitation to attend the World Punjabi Conference in Lahore. Speaking in the Punjab Assembly, he expressed a desire to attend but questioned whether the Indian central government would allow him to travel to Pakistan. He also said he wanted members of the assembly to visit Kartarpur Sahib together if travel permission and access to the corridor were available.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Indian and Pakistani media reports published on October 23–24, 2026.
U.S. First Lady Melania Trump has announced a temporary, localized ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky. The arrangement aims to allow humanitarian aid deliveries and help civilians evacuate through a designated safe passage. The White House announced October 29 as the start date, although Reuters reported that a Ukrainian official mentioned October 27 and implementation timing was still being coordinated.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on the White House statement and international media reports published on October 23–24, 2026.
A social media post claims that a woman visiting Makkah has decided to wear the hijab permanently after 27 years without it. She reportedly prayed for Allah to help her remain steadfast in her decision. However, the woman’s identity and the authenticity of the original statement could not be independently verified.
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Disclaimer: This story has not been independently verified through reliable sources or the woman’s original social media account.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed authorities to strictly enforce a ban on smart glasses with hidden cameras and other covert recording devices across the province. The Punjab Home Department’s order prohibits the use, purchase and sale of such devices for 30 days, with legal action against violators. The measure aims to protect citizens’ privacy, particularly that of women and children, from secret recording, harassment and blackmail.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Pakistani media reports published on October 21–22, 2026.
Punjab’s 11th-grade annual examination results for 2026 were announced on October 22. Available result listings show a student named Zeenat from Government Degree College for Women, Rahwali, scoring 552 marks. However, the claims that the student is Zainab Atiq and that she is visually impaired could not be independently verified through reliable sources.
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Disclaimer: The marks and college details appear in available result listings, but the student’s identity and visual impairment remain unverified.
Punjab’s information minister reportedly said that no one should be allowed to use force and escape accountability, particularly in an Islamic state. The statement appears to relate to the recent Lahore petrol pump assault case, in which police arrested a man accused of attacking an employee. However, the minister’s exact remarks and the claim that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz stayed awake until the suspect was arrested could not be independently verified.
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Disclaimer: The related arrest is confirmed by media reports, but the specific ministerial quote remains unverified.
Pakistan has received 179 electric buses from Yingkou, China, at Karachi Port aboard the vessel MV RUINING 6. Karachi Port Trust facilitated the unloading of the buses at Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose Limited, and the shipment is consigned to Margalla Heavy Industries Limited in Taxila Cantt. Authorities have not yet confirmed where the buses will operate or when passenger services will begin.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Pakistani media reports published on October 22, 2026.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has said that Sohail Afridi is in safe hands, while the political future remains uncertain. He reiterated support for Pakistan’s security forces and stressed the need for stronger action against terrorism and its facilitators. Kundi also highlighted the importance of providing modern weapons and resources to the provincial police.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Pakistani media reports published on October 23–24, 2026.
PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan has said that an immediate reaction to the situation would not be appropriate. He maintained that PTI continues to exist as a political party and is listed by the Election Commission of Pakistan. He added that if the commission refuses to recognise PTI as a political party, the party will approach the High Court the following day.
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Disclaimer: The latest statements in this report could not be independently verified through a current, reliable source.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has shared a video showing a petrol pump employee slapping a man in police custody after his arrest. Police said the suspect, identified as Idrees Bhatti, allegedly assaulted the employee in Lahore after being asked to stop smoking at the petrol station. Maryam Nawaz stressed that wealth, influence and political connections should not shield anyone from accountability under the law.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Pakistani media reports published on October 23–24, 2026.
Lahore’s Deputy Commissioner has officially announced that Basant 2027 will take place from March 12 to 14, subject to safety rules and restrictions. Only registered sellers will be allowed to sell approved kite-flying materials during the designated period, while dangerous strings, metal wires and nylon strings remain prohibited. The notification also requires compliance with motorcycle safety measures and bans kite flying in specified restricted areas.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on published Pakistani media reports dated October 23–24, 2026.
Punjab authorities have imposed fines of more than Rs10.6 million for overpricing essential goods during a week-long crackdown. Officials reported 19,902 violations, found 2,168 locations without displayed price lists, and conducted thousands of inspections to monitor chicken and sugar prices. The crackdown resulted in 56 arrests and the sealing of 19 locations, with enforcement operations set to continue.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Pakistani media reports published on October 22, 2026.
Komal Aziz Khan has officially announced her permanent departure from the showbiz industry. She said she had already left acting after her 2021 drama Mohlat and spent the following years building her business, achieving financial independence and focusing on personal growth. She thanked her fans for their support, confirmed that she is not married yet and asked them to pray for her future and business.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on published Pakistani media reports dated October 23, 2026.
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has said that smaller administrative units, divisions and districts are necessary to bring government services closer to the public. He explained that the province’s vast geographical area makes effective administration from a central location challenging. He also announced that posts for the Koh-e-Suleman Division have been approved, with officers and staff expected to be appointed soon.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on published Pakistani media reports dated October 23–24, 2026.
A 36-year-old American tourist, Michelle Alejandra Rubio-Leiva, died after falling approximately 300 metres in Italy’s Dolomites on October 17, 2026. She was hiking with her family near Forcella Pordoi when she reportedly stepped away from the marked trail to take a photograph and lost her footing. Rescue teams and a helicopter responded, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on Italian rescue service statements and published media reports; the circumstances of the fall are based on initial accounts.