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Daily Archives: September 6, 2024

Senior Journalist Nisar Lehri Shot Dead in Mastung

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Nisar Lehri, a senior journalist associated with a news agency and secretary of the Mastung Press Club, was shot dead in the GulKand area of Mastung, Balochistan, on September 4. Police confirmed that Lehri was ambushed near his under-construction house, with early investigations linking his murder to a land dispute. Lehri, known for community service, […]


Orya Maqbool Jan Remains in Custody as Court Rejects Bail

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On September 3, the Lahore Sessions Court, presided over by Additional District and Sessions Judge Rafaqat Ali Qamar, rejected Orya Maqbool Jan’s post-arrest bail plea. The prominent journalist and anchor person is facing charges of hate speech. The decision came after a hearing in which both sides presented their arguments in the cybercrime case. On September 2, […]


SECP Issues Warning Over Rise in Social Media Investment Scams

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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a public warning about the rise of fraudulent groups on social media platforms like WhatsApp, which are pretending to offer investment services. According to SECP, these groups falsely claim to represent well-known financial institutions and business figures, charging fees to provide “exclusive” investment tips and training. SECP […]