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At least 311 dead as earthquake devastates south Asia

A powerful earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, with tremors also felt in Pakistan and India.

Rescue workers say at least 311 people have died across Pakistan and Afghanistan following the 7.5-magnitude quake.

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PM Nawaz Sharif to return to Pakistan to deal with quake aftermath

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will cut short his official visit to the US so that he can deal with the aftermath of a deadly earthquake that struck his country.

His daughter, activist Maryam Nawaz Sharif tweeted her condolences to those affected by the quake and said her father would return home "shortly".

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