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Security, contingency plan for Feb 8 finalised
Sindh Apex Committee examines implementation of National Action Plan
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MQM-P, ANP form alliance for polls
Kamal stresses that historical divide between Pakhtuns, Muhajirs in Karachi is now thing of past
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Election arrangements completed in Karachi
Total of 5,336 polling stations have been set up across the seven districts of Karachi
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JI warns of stiff resistance if elections rigged
Voices serious concern over deploying favourites as presiding officers
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Ban on banners on govt properties ignored
SHC irked over election commission’s failure to implement code of conduct
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Zero tolerance for display of arms on election day: Shah
Clear instructions given to ensure transparent elections no one will be allowed to take law into hands on February 8
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Parties vie to retain mandate as election campaign ends
Trend in Pakistan’s electoral history is emergence of new political parties before each election
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Hyderabad set for general elections
ECP finalises arrangements; 860 polling booths set up for 448 males, 412 for women
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HESCO to ensure uninterrupted power supply on election day
Operation teams will be present at stations on February 7, 8, and 9 to iron out any possible technical glitches
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Hazara division gears up for fierce electoral battle
With tough contests expected, political parties & independents rally for voter support
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Pindi all set to embrace Feb 8 polls
Total of 2,671 polling stations have been set up, including 989 for males, 964 for females
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ECP declares Punjab ready for polls
Provincial election commissioner said the security, communication and transport plans had been chalked out
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Smartphone scheme faces opposition
Proposal for easy instalments draws concerns over import bill, commercial directives
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Henan looks to promote trade, cooperation
Pingdingshan deputy mayor says 2021 MoU solidified relations
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Sri Lanka to ease limits on rupee conversion
Sri Lanka’s official reserves stood at $4.4 billion at end of 2023, an increase of 22% according to central bank
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Country’s first e-Rozgar Centre inaugurated
Minister says 100 state-of-the-art workstations have been tailored for freelancers
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Stocks surge on debt settlement talk
KSE-100 index rises 796.10 points, settles at 63,799.02
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S&P hints at upgrading Pakistan’s credit rating
Will monitor upcoming elections; pending economic reforms, IMF loan are key determinants
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Energy body approves new refinery policy
Raises limit on withdrawal from escrow account
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Clothing exports to China rise by 3% in 2023
Strong demand fuelled by quality, trade advantages
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Cabinet okays PIA restructuring
Directs special panel to iron out differences over impact of airline’s bifurcation
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Navigating the challenges of girls’ education in Pakistan
Significant obstacle to women’s education is early marriage, as 21 per cent of girls get married before turning 18
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Under darkness
Survey by Gallup Pakistan shows , 60% of population grapples with absence of street lights near their homes
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Poverty and parental neglect
No amount of poverty should excuse parent who forces child who should be in primary school to work
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Canvassing is over
Future of Pakistan’s progress, stability rests on credible outcome of February 8 vote
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Life is meaningless sans purpose
Meanings are at core of our experience and also at core of whatever we do
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Academic writing
In essay writing, impersonal style should be employed to maintain formal decorum
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How elections can shape the future
Credibility gap lends greater weight to ensuring neutrality, fidelity of election process
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PM assures peaceful conduct of polls
Caretaker PM assures Commonwealth Observer Group of peaceful elections; COG to monitor polling sites nationwide
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Cabinet approves drug price deregulation
The federal cabinet approves doctors' prescription restrictions, and appointments in various sectors
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OGRA announces major hike in gas prices
Allows raise in tariffs for consumers of SNGPL, SSGC respectively by 35.13% and 8.57%
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HRCP urges ECP to ensure 5% women representation
Rights watchdog underscores importance of gender parity in political representation
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Campaign cycle sympathising a stark reality
Candidates vying for provincial or national assembly only seem to care about their respective constituencies
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China adopts ethical guideline for brain-computer interface research
Guidelines mandate safe brain-computer research, aiding functions and enhancing interaction for health
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Explainer: Why does US conduct ‘retaliatory strikes’ in Middle East
US and UK launch airstrikes in Yemen and Iraq and Syria, responding to attacks and escalating tensions in the region
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Climate change an afterthought in election
Voter Hasnain Shah says climate does not appear on the radar of major parties
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Campaign in UK warns against ties with India
TeK UK leader, Fahim Kayani, highlights Kashmir's right to self-determination, UN resolutions
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Amnesty urges uninterrupted internet access for citizens during polls
Appeal comes in response to interior minister acknowledging potential internet disruptions during Feb 8 elections
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Bilawal says Nawaz won’t last 6 months
Warns against vote tampering; vows unity, relief
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Indian state led by Modi's party seeks to ban polygamy, give women more rights
Uttarakhand proposes a Uniform Civil Code, aiming for equality across religions; Muslim leaders oppose the new bill
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Two blasts rock Balochistan
Targeted attacks highlight delicate security situation prevailing in certain regions of province
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Choose progress over lies, Nawaz urges public
In final push for vote, PML-N Quaid promises mega development if wins fourth term
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King Charles' cancer 'caught early', as Harry flies in to see him
Charles' cancer diagnosis prompts outpouring of support; Prince William to fulfil some of the monarch's duties
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Two terrorists killed, cop martyred in K-P
Military media wing says terrorists remained actively involved in numerous terror activities including target killing
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Bushra doesn’t want preferential treatment
Former first lady request IHC to set aside January 31 notification declaring her house a sub-jail
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PTI's Yasmin Rashid indicted in arson case
Court issues jail trial order for Rashid, others
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PPP out to turn entire Sindh into Mohenjo Daro: MQM-P
Rizvi criticises PPP Bilawal for accusing MQM-P of being agents of Indian intelligence service RAW
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IHC bars police from harassing PTI candidates, workers
Justice Aamer Farooq says ECP is obliged to conduct free and fair elections, take notice of such incidents
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Campaigning ends, govt remains non-committal to ‘smooth’ internet functioning
Interior minister says any such action would only be taken upon a request from a province or district.
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Electioneering in top gear in Sindh
Major political parties’ election campaigns in ‘wrap up’ stage as canvassing ends Feb 6 midnight
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Leghari sets the record straight
Minister says losses stand at Rs250b not Rs500b
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79 lives lost to monsoon wrath
K-P bears brunt as Pakistan's most vulnerable to monsoon floods
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PPP quashes rumours of Zardari's ouster
Bukhari says system can't run sans president
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PAC unearths Rs1.2b bank loan scandal
Audit finds ZTBL staff forged loan documents
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Court orders blocking 27 YouTube channels
Accepts requests against channels 'spreading fake propaganda'
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Imran's sons will join protest: Aleema
PTI leaders say parliament, judiciary, media 'destroyed'
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Gold prices climb in local market after global surge
The global price of gold rose to $3,325 per ounce, which triggered a corresponding rise in local rates
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Govt lifts cap on bureaucrats' fee
Despite push from PM and DPM, compliance fails; austerity measures continue
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Stocks fall, dollar up on tariffs plan
US will impose 25% levies on goods from Japan and South Korea
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Bank stocks, Pak-US deal propel PSX to record
KSE-100 index climbs 1,421 points, settles at 133,370
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Barter trade digital system developed
It will bring transparency as banking linkages remain limited
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Telecom industry opts for diversification
"We freed up our balance sheet to invest in what's next – platforms, not pylons"
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ADB, SBP launch Women Finance Code
Governor commits to reforms for sustainable, inclusive growth
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Russian firms asked to form joint ventures
A key meeting was held with Russian Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov
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Bourse eyes over 27% return in FY26
Despite rally forecast, market faces external, fiscal challenges
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Govt plans Rs4.9tr borrowing
SBP releases Q3 PIBs, MTBs auction calendar, gold dips Rs2,500/tola and rupee weakens slightly
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Naqvi vows to address UAE visa problem
Interior minister will meet UAE counterpart to raise rejection issues
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Sick units' debt reduction delayed
Lack of fresh funds, slow judicial process further push industries into distress
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Bank stocks, Pak-US deal propel PSX to new peak
Benchmark KSE-100 index climbs 1,421 points to 133,370
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Gold prices fall in international and local markets
Local prices reacted to a $25 dip in the international bullion market
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Govt eyes $200m from tuna exports
Maritime minister announces record 25,000 tonne quota from IOTC
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China, Hong Kong stocks rise on policy steps to ease price wars
The world's second-biggest economy struggles to shake off persistent deflationary pressures
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Japan seeks trade deal with US as tariffs loom on August 1
The move led to a broad decline in the yen as expectations of a near-term rate hike faded
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Trump’s tariff timeline: Key decisions from February to July 2025
Trump's tariff decisions shocked financial markets
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Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
Trump indicates progress on controversial proposal to relocate Palestinians out of Gaza amid ceasefire talks
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Death toll hits 96 in Texas flash floods
41 other people were still listed as missing outside Kerr County
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Swiss watch sales decline amid US tariff pressures
Industry on track to log its lowest export volumes since the pandemic
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US recognises Pakistan’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump
Israeli PM Netanyahu nominates Trump as well for the coveted award
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Israeli defence startups draw investment from major American firms
Changing nature of war has led to shifts in defence procurement worldwide
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US revoking 'terrorist' designation for Syria's HTS
HTS was earlier known as Al-Nusra Front, and was formerly the branch of Al-Qaeda in Syria
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Texas flood toll passes 90
Youth camp confirms 27 dead
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Tehran open to dialogue with US: Pezeshkian
Accuses Israel of assassination attempt
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BRICS criticism brings Trump 10% tariff threat
BRICS members account for about half the world's population and 40 percent of global economic output
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Kenyan police fire on protesters as 11 killed in anti-govt rallies
Heavy police presence in Nairobi follows youth-led protests over tax hikes corruption police abuse and disappearances
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Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Japan, South Korea ahead of trade deal deadline
Tariffs to apply from August 1 as Trump says trading relationships "unfortunately, far from reciprocal"
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BRICS summit ends with call for funding climate mitigation
Trump accused BRICS of anti-American policies and threatened tariffs as BRICS reaffirmed support for global order
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Deepti Sharma on cusp of gaining top spot in rankings
Players from England, India make gains in latest top batters' list
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Swiatek into Wimbledon quarter-finals
She defeated Clara Tauson 6-4, 6-1
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SA complete easy victory over ZIM
Captain Wiaan Mulder starred with a record-setting triple ton
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Djokovic stays on track for Wimbledon glory
He found rhythm to win 1-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 against Alex de Minaur
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McCullum says Archer 'ready to go' against India
He was in the squad for the second Test but did not feature in the game
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David dismisses ODI return for Australia
The batter confirms he is not planning to play domestic List A cricket
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Pak name squad for BD T20Is
Salman Ali Agha's men are scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on July 16
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Williamson, Bracewell skip Zim tour
The Black Caps will play two Tests against Zimbabwe
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Hesson shocks Babar with new proposal
Head coach asks ex-skipper if he can keep wickets in T20Is
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Roger Federer watches Novak Djokovic reach Wimbledon quarter-final with comeback win
Novak Djokovic advances at Wimbledon as Roger Federer watches his comeback from the Royal Box.
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Tyrese Haliburton to miss the entire 2025-26 NBA season due to injury
Indiana Pacers point guard was originally injured in Game 7 of NBA finals and has since undergone surgery
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Anthony Elanga set for Newcastle medical ahead of £55 million move
Elanga joined Forest from Manchester United for £15m, going on to make 82 appearances for the club, scoring 11 goals
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PCB unveils 15-player squad for T20I series in Bangladesh
Salman Ali Agha will lead Pakistan in the T20I series, set to begin on July 20; Haris Rauf and Shadab Khan miss out
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'Extraordinary' Luka Modric to join AC Milan in August: Allegri
Milan's new manager Massimiliano Allegri confirmed the 39-year old Croatian's status in his first press conference
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Jannik Sinner’s Wimbledon journey continues as Grigor Dimitrov retires hurt
Dimitrov was leading by two-sets on his way to a major upset in the fourth round of Wimbledon, before retiring hurt