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Videos show chaotic scenes at Dhaka’s National Stadium after Bangladesh lost 1-0 to Pakistan in the SAFF Championship 2026 semifinal on Saturday.

The footage shows fire in the gallery stands and unrest among fans following the defeat. Abdul Samad’s 85th-minute goal sent Pakistan into the final, where they will face India.

November 15, 2026 Videos show chaotic scenes at Dhaka’s National Stadium after Bangladesh lost 1-0 to Pakistan in the SAFF Championship 2026 semifinal on Saturday. The footage shows fire in the gallery stands and unrest among fans following the defeat. Abdul Samad’s 85th-minute goal sent Pakistan into the final, where they will face India.

A private transport company has dismissed a conductor who pushed a woman off a bus while she was trying to board the vehicle at a terminal in Lahore, after a video of the incident went viral, prompting Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan to take notice.⁠
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November 14, 2026 A private transport company has dismissed a conductor who pushed a woman off a bus while she was trying to board the vehicle at a terminal in Lahore, after a video of the incident went viral, prompting Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan to take notice.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ For more, head over to the link in bio or visit thecurrent.pk ⁠ 🔗⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠

Rebuilding after the 2022 floods is about more than giving families a roof. 🏠

Under Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, the Sindh People’s Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF) programme is rebuilding 2.1 million climate-resilient homes across 23 districts. The government sends financial assistance directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts, so families manage their own reconstruction. 🏦

According to programme figures:

- More than one million homes are complete
- 1.7 million beneficiary bank accounts have been opened
- About one million jobs have been created
- 20,000 masons have been trained in climate-resilient construction
- Women’s access to banking and property ownership is supported

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November 14, 2026 Rebuilding after the 2022 floods is about more than giving families a roof. 🏠 Under Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, the Sindh People’s Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF) programme is rebuilding 2.1 million climate-resilient homes across 23 districts. The government sends financial assistance directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts, so families manage their own reconstruction. 🏦 According to programme figures: - More than one million homes are complete - 1.7 million beneficiary bank accounts have been opened - About one million jobs have been created - 20,000 masons have been trained in climate-resilient construction - Women’s access to banking and property ownership is supported @bbhuttozardari @sindhcmhouse

November 13, 2026 Rapid fire with Hamza Ali Abbasi This interview was recorded in 2022.

Federal Minister for Planning & Development Ahsan Iqbal took a break from high-level policy discussions to spend quality time with bright young minds; talking shapes, colours, building blocks, and even making friends with a teddy bear!

Beyond the smiles, this visit highlights a core pillar of national development—strengthening Early Childhood Education (ECE) and play-based learning. When we invest in joyful, creative classrooms today, we lay the groundwork for a confident, skilled, and educated generation tomorrow. 🇵🇰📚

November 13, 2026 Federal Minister for Planning & Development Ahsan Iqbal took a break from high-level policy discussions to spend quality time with bright young minds; talking shapes, colours, building blocks, and even making friends with a teddy bear! Beyond the smiles, this visit highlights a core pillar of national development—strengthening Early Childhood Education (ECE) and play-based learning. When we invest in joyful, creative classrooms today, we lay the groundwork for a confident, skilled, and educated generation tomorrow. 🇵🇰📚

Union Town, located on Pine Avenue and a flagship project of Union Developers, hosted Mehfil-e-Union, welcoming over 5,000 guests, including valued clients, investors, sales partners, industry personalities, and employees' families for a grand evening of celebration.

The event featured captivating musical performances by Zeeshan Ali and Shafqat Amanat Ali, alongside a variety of activities, including food stalls, interactive entertainment, and family-friendly experiences, creating an engaging and memorable evening for guests.

Chairman Union Developers, Mian Amir Mehmood, reaffirmed the organisation's commitment to quality developments and reliable investments, highlighting customer confidence as the foundation of its growth.

CEO Naeem Ahmed Malik emphasised that customers and their families are an integral part of the Union community, with events like Mehfil-e-Union strengthening relationships and creating lasting memories.

An unforgettable celebration of music, food, entertainment, and togetherness, honouring the true spirit of the Union family.

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November 13, 2026 Union Town, located on Pine Avenue and a flagship project of Union Developers, hosted Mehfil-e-Union, welcoming over 5,000 guests, including valued clients, investors, sales partners, industry personalities, and employees' families for a grand evening of celebration. The event featured captivating musical performances by Zeeshan Ali and Shafqat Amanat Ali, alongside a variety of activities, including food stalls, interactive entertainment, and family-friendly experiences, creating an engaging and memorable evening for guests. Chairman Union Developers, Mian Amir Mehmood, reaffirmed the organisation's commitment to quality developments and reliable investments, highlighting customer confidence as the foundation of its growth. CEO Naeem Ahmed Malik emphasised that customers and their families are an integral part of the Union community, with events like Mehfil-e-Union strengthening relationships and creating lasting memories. An unforgettable celebration of music, food, entertainment, and togetherness, honouring the true spirit of the Union family. @udplpk @naeem_ahmadmalik

One high-five. One big dream. 📚

When a young student says, "I want to be the Minister of Education," it shows what inspired classrooms can do. Ahsan Iqbal's efforts in educational development are lighting that spark in the next generation, one school, one student, one dream at a time.

The future of Pakistan is sitting in these classrooms. 🇵🇰💡

November 13, 2026 One high-five. One big dream. 📚 When a young student says, "I want to be the Minister of Education," it shows what inspired classrooms can do. Ahsan Iqbal's efforts in educational development are lighting that spark in the next generation, one school, one student, one dream at a time. The future of Pakistan is sitting in these classrooms. 🇵🇰💡

Empowered local governments are essential to resolving public issues and improving service delivery.

The demand calls for constitutional protection of local governments' powers and resources, placing healthcare, education, water supply, roads, sanitation etc, under their control.

It also proposes allocating at least 30% of the NFC Award to local governments to strengthen grassroots governance.

After numerous constitutional amendments for powerful groups, the call is now for an amendment that empowers the people.

Visit the link and become part of the movement.
https://baikhtiarawaam.pk/

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November 12, 2026 Empowered local governments are essential to resolving public issues and improving service delivery. The demand calls for constitutional protection of local governments' powers and resources, placing healthcare, education, water supply, roads, sanitation etc, under their control. It also proposes allocating at least 30% of the NFC Award to local governments to strengthen grassroots governance. After numerous constitutional amendments for powerful groups, the call is now for an amendment that empowers the people. Visit the link and become part of the movement. https://baikhtiarawaam.pk/ @baikhtiar_awaam