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The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

New Report Measures Attempts to Impose, and Evade, Internet Repression

Interest in virtual private networks provides insights into a global battle over digital freedom.

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The Guardian - UK

As early results come in, could Pakistan election spring a surprise?

As I reported from across Lahore on election day, one thing became clear: It’s a closer contest than many had predicted.

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Pakistan Media reports good showing by Tehreek-e-Insaf-backed candidates, Poll results delays set off speculation

As the counting of votes is underway for the Pakistan general elections held on Thursday, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-supported candidates have put up a good performance going early trends reported by Pakistan media. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

‘The Indian and Pakistani armies were born out of the same womb,’ says Probal DasGupta

‘Camouflaged — Forgotten Stories from Battlefields’ explores India's history through war stories, revealing intriguing relationships and real experiences.

The Hindu

First Seats Go To Ex-PM Khan Candidates After Pakistan Vote Count Delay

Independent candidates linked to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan appeared Friday to be heading to victory in Pakistan's election, local media tallies said, as a long delay in official results sparked fears of a fix.

International Business Times

Imran Khan allies claim shock victory in Pakistan election despite crackdown

Candidates backed by Khan’s PTI secure most seats but rival Nawaz Sharif seeks to form coalition

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Pakistan election 2024: Live results

About 128 million voters were registered to vote in national and state elections amid political and economic challenges.

Al Jazeera

Pakistanis wait for election results

Thursday's general elections came amid economic woes and continued political polarization. After voting began, authorities cut mobile phone and internet services, citing "deteriorating security."

WEKU

Pakistan voting ends; results expected soon amid charges of manipulation

Bomb blasts and the suspension of mobile services mar Pakistan’s election. Results could start coming in within hours.

Al Jazeera

Aussies earn dramatic win to reach U19 World Cup final

Australia's teenage cricket prospects have set up another World Cup final with India after beating Pakistan by one wicket in a nerve-shredding semi in Benoni.

AAP

Gunmen kill 5 police officers in Pakistan's northwest during voting

Gunmen detonated a bomb and launched an attack on police officers, claiming the lives of five individuals in Pakistan's northwest region during election day.

Top News

Pakistan election: phone service suspended as country goes to polls

Caretaker government says it took decision for security reasons after two bomb blasts targeted election offices

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan goes to polls with leadership of largest party in jail

People in Pakistan began voting on Thursday in an election marred by allegations of poll rigging, with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and other leaders of the party, including Shah Mahmood Qureshi, currently in prison. Read further on Dynamite News:

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International Business Times

Pakistan Suspends Mobile Service For Election Day

A statement from the interior ministry said "precious lives have been lost" in recent militant attacks and such "security measures are essential to maintain the law and order situation and to deal with potential threats".

Al Jazeera

‘Inherently undemocratic’: Pakistan suspends mobile services on voting day

The government temporarily suspends mobile phone services as it holds the parliamentary and provincial election.

International Business Times

Pakistanis Say Vote Matters Despite Alleged Election Rigging

Pakistanis turning out early for Thursday's election said they believe their votes count, despite allegations of rigging in the nation's most fractious poll in recent history.

International Business Times

Pakistan Begins Voting, With Khan In Jail And Sharif Tipped To Win

Authorities said they were suspending mobile telephone services across the country during voting "to maintain law and order" following a bloody election campaign -- including two blasts on Wednesday that killed 28 people.

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Al Jazeera

Pakistan’s real test begins after election, say analysts

Pakistan’s struggling democracy faces serial crises — political, economic, on the security front, and of legitimacy.

International Business Times

Pakistan Goes To The Polls After Bloody Election Eve

Millions of Pakistanis vote Thursday in an election marred by violence that has killed dozens, allegations of pre-poll rigging, and the jailing of the country's most popular politician, Imran Khan.

The Guardian - UK

‘Harassed constantly’: Imran Khan’s party fights state pressure in Pakistan election

PTI turns to virtual rallies and AI-generated speeches from jailed leader after alleged intimidation and curbs on campaigning

Evening Standard

Pakistan election 2024: Polls close as election faces cheating claims

Up to 128 million people were set to cast their ballots on Thursday in the election which suffered internet cut

International Business Times

Followers Of Jailed Khan Vow Covert Vote During Pakistan Polls

Supporters of Imran Khan say they will take evasive measures to cast votes backing the jailed politician in Pakistan's Thursday election, after a major crackdown against his party.

Al Jazeera

As election campaign ends in Pakistan, many lament Imran Khan’s absence

Little excitement in Pakistan’s second-largest city as campaigning for vote, tainted by the ex-PM’s imprisonment, ends.

Top News

Deadly Blast Hits Pakistan Political Party Office, 24 Killed

The article discusses a second explosion at a political party's office in Quetta, Pakistan, resulting in 10 more deaths, raising the total death toll to 24.

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