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Rupee soars to 12-month high
Closes at Rs279.90/$ on signing of $3b UAE investment agreement
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Textile exports dip 5% in H1 of FY24
Sector faces challenges in reaching govt’s ambitious $25 billion export goal
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Pakistan, Kuwait to set up $1b fund
Fund will be spent on exploration of metals and minerals in Pakistan
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K-P voters to decide fate of five party chiefs
Nawaz, Gohar, Fazl, Siraj, Sherpao among top leaders in fray
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IT boost
Pakistan’s IT exports surged by 17%, reaching $303 million in Dec 2023 as compared to $259 million in Nov
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Young voters
Pakistan’s burgeoning youth voter population, now standing at formidable 56.86 million
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Rupee’s resistance
One of biggest issues at hand to address is sky-rocketing inflation, which hovers around 40%
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She shapes democracy
In democratic society, active participation of all members is paramount
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English: a colonial legacy or relic?
We have always adopted an oxymoronic attitude towards English
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Sanity in the age of hate and conflict
We are living in an age of unprecedented pain and suffering
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The disregarded change of campus life
Major happening of late 70s and of decade of 80s ripped students from their global identities
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Iran tensions: Flights using Pakistani airspace dip by 50%
Decline in planes overflying within borders will negatively impact country’s revenue
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ECP instructs cops to stay outside polling stations
Poll supervisor says five officials will be at highly sensitive, four at sensitive, three at C Category stations
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Motorcyclists throw caution to the wind in port city
Traffic wardens have seemingly accepted defeat as well in trying to enforce bikers to have rear view mirrors
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Israeli drones attack hospital in southern Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent says
UN condemns Israel for firing on hospital in Gaza; Israel advances in Khan Younis; Palestinian death toll rises
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Maryam terms PTI’s predicament self-inflicted
PML-N chief organiser rejects allegations of political vendetta
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Parlours offering medical services under guise of beauty
Skin treatments can only be performed by qualified professionals but there does not seem to be any check and balance
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Czech court rules Indian man can be extradited to US, justice minister to decide
Czech appeals court allows extradition of Nikhil Gupta to the US; accused in a plot to kill a Sikh separatist
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Bilawal says not afraid of ‘politicians from Lahore’
Vows to implement party’s 10-point welfare agenda immediately after winning elections
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Polio officer killed, cop injured in targeted attack
Doctor served as coordinator for polio immunisation programme in Bajaur
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‘Unfair elections’ to create more instability
Imran says PTI would rather sit in opp than form coalition govt
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Iran launches air defence drill amid rising regional tensions
Iranian army’s air force and navy, aerospace force and navy of the IRGC participated in exercises, says Press TV
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North Korea says tests underwater nuclear drone, criticises US-led joint drills
Three countries' navies held drills as part of efforts to improve their responses to Pyongyang's nuclear threats
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Crew with first astronaut from Turkey launched on flight to space station
Nine minutes after launch, Falcon 9's upper stage delivers crew capsule to its preliminary orbit
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Iran-Pak flare up rooted in restive borderlands, not Mideast strife
Both Iran, Pakistan signal they don't want to escalate
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Indian devotees splurge on jets, gold idols as Hindu temple opens
Ayodhya set for tourism, business boom with new temple
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Experts agree Pakistan's response to Iranian incursion appropriate
Tehran's reckless and unprovoked attack on a friendly nation demanded a decisive response, says Naveed Hussain
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SC moved against IHC for nullifying cipher case jail trial
Govt plea says high court transgressed its jurisdiction
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US says 'no way' to solve Gaza conflict without Palestinian state
Mexico, Chile refer Gaza conflict to ICC over potential crimes
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Missing persons issue for ‘govt to resolve, not court’
IHC’s Justice Kayani orders provision of security for Baloch protesters, disposes of petition
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Envoy praises EU's IIOJK focus
Amna Baloch expresses gratitude to the European parliamentary recommendations
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Nearly half of voters in next polls are young
With 56.86m, they make up 44.22% of total 128.58m
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Call for reforms to address electoral system flaws
Participants urge genuine change emphasising intra-party polls
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Pakistan committed to NAM principles
Foreign minister attends Ministerial meeting of the 19th NAM Summit in Kampala, Uganda
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Study reveals barriers to voting rights
Experts warn flood-hit population needs motivation to vote on Feb 8
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CJ Isa on two-day chamber duties
SC appoints Punjab Police officer as amicus curiae in K-P police transfer case
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Pak plans to procure Chinese stealth fighter jets
FC-31’s stealth advantages allows it to spot opponents first, launch surprise attacks
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SC to hear judge sacking case on 25th
Five-member bench to resume hearing Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddqui’s petition
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IHC irked by AGP’s absence in NAB plea
Court again issues notice to legal officer to assist in disqualification period
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De-escalation imminent as friends engage in hectic diplomacy
With three key regional players working behind scenes, Tehran indicates it is ready to lower tensions too
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Imran’s ex-secretary testifies in cipher case
IHC issues notices on Imran Khan’s petitions seeking cessation of prison trial
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World leaders urge restraint after cross-border conflagration
Biden says Pakistan strikes show Iran not ‘well-liked’ in region
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World Bank offers help to investors
Seeks to encourage private sector participation in management of DISCOs
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Rupee closes below Rs280/$ after a year
OGRA announces decrease of 7.81% in RLNG price effective retrospectively from Jan 1, 2024
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Finance minister condemns FBR’s resistance to overhaul
Announces to retain her position as chairperson of publicly listed company
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Billions in money laundering uncovered
Customs officials face violence, threats as scam involving 12 importers surfaces
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Shares extend bear-run amid Pak-Iran row
KSE-100 index drops 364.93 points, settles at 63,202.40
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Pakistan, Dubai ink $3b investment pact at Davos
Deepen cooperation across railways, economic zones, and infrastructure
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Pak Suzuki agrees to 50% increase in buyback price
Will purchase stock from general public at Rs609 per share
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Trade with Central Asia comes to a halt
PAJCCI president demands authorities concerned to resolve blockade issue as Pak-Afghan trade ties at risk
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Govt to implement new system for Zaireen
So far, 1,413 applications for the registration of Group Organizers have been received
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Water flow downstream Tarbela to rise
Dam spillways opened amid surge in inflow
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Six of a family die in AJK road accident
The accident occurred on the right bank of the Neelum River
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'Why only carriers face music in narcotics case?'
SC ruling questions why anti-narcotics efforts stop short of netting major players
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KDA begins riverbank safety work
Patrol teams are working across vulnerable locations in the Kaghan Valley
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Pindi finalises Ashura security plan
Drone monitoring of the processions will also be carried out
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PML-N challenges reserved seats in K-P
PML-N's petition argues that the party holds seven seats in the K-P Assembly
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Family disputes hit record high in 2025
Rawalpindi's 44 district courts receive nearly 5,000 new family cases
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Pakistan reacts cautiously to Russia's Taliban recognition
UAE, Pakistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan are in the process to appoint full time Ambassadors to Kabul
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Young man mysteriously dies
The young man mysteriously passed away after he went to buy medicines for his mother
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GLOF risk in northern Pakistan: PMD
Persistent high temperatures are accelerating snow and glacier melt
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Azerbaijan to invest $2b in Pakistan
Both countries also agreed on further exchanges to promote cooperation in various sectors
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Millions of oysters wash ashore at Clifton beach
The rare surreal scene draws residents and beachgoers in large numbers
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Sweetener being sold at Rs190/kg, admits govt
Sweetener being sold at Rs190/kg, admits govt
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12 perish in Karachi building collapse
Many injured, officials say warnings went unheeded
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SPI rises 0.73% on food, fuel surge
Sugar, milk, beef up but tomato, onion, wheat flour lead YoY price decline
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Donors for power tariff cut sought
Rs10.5/unit cut proposed for industries, foreign donors flag concerns
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Govt pushes to scale up EV adoption
Stakeholders raise concerns about high upfront EV costs, limited charging infrastructure
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Govt finalises industrial policy
Plan with 10-year loans, tax cuts aims to revive manufacturing through debt resolution
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PSX nears 132,000 as bulls charge on
Institutional flows, falling bond yields lift KSE-100 to historic close
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SBP injects Rs13tr into banking system via OMOs
Gold drops Rs1,500/tola amid Ashura lull despite global hike, rupee dips slightly
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Govt seeks Chinese, AIIB support for road projects
Aleem Khan pitches ML1 railway project, M-6, M-9 motorways as investment options
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Tribunal upholds CCP ruling against milk brand
Fine reduced from Rs35m to Rs5m after deceptive marketing charges proven
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Govt ramps up cotton revival push
Tanveer chairs high-level meeting to address declining yields, support for farmers
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ECC approves agri risk scheme
Questions exclusion of Punjab, Sindh farmers, directs SBP to review scheme's eligibility criteria, provide briefing
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KSE-100 soars 1,262 points on economic optimism
Banking sector leads rally as investors bet on easing inflation, stable rupee, and upcoming earnings season
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Stocks continue bull-run, reach fresh peak
Despite profit-taking, KSE-100 index rises 343 points on forex reserves buildup
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India can't turn off the tap, warns PM
Shehbaz calls for regional unity; Condemns Israeli, Indian aggressions; Meets with Turkish, Iranian, Azeri presidents
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IAEA pulls inspectors from Iran
No inspections by UN nuclear watchdog since war began
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Hamas gives 'positive response' to US-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal
Trump says Israel agreed to terms for 60-day Gaza ceasefire aimed at ending war in Palestinian enclave
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Public hospitals hand out shelf-sliced drugs
As per DRAP rules, the minimum shelf life for hospital-supplied medicines should be at least six months to one year
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India unveils $234m drone scheme in response to Pakistan conflict
India boosts local drone output but still relies on China for key parts like motors, sensors, and imaging systems
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Greek firefighters battle fresh blaze near Athens as Crete fire retreats
Hot, dry weather and climate change fuel more frequent and intense wildfires in Greece, scientists warn
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Syria to cooperate with US on 1974 disengagement deal with Israel
Syria aims to work with US to revive 1974 disengagement deal, FM says after call with Senator Marco Rubio
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Explosion at Rome petrol station injures 27, including 10 cops, one firefighter
Explosion at petrol pump in Prenestino neighbourhood heard across Italian capital
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Gaza ceasefire takes priority over Israel ties, says Saudi FM
Trump says Hamas response to “final” Gaza ceasefire proposal likely to be known within 24 hours
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US imposes sanctions targeting Iranian oil trade
Companies run by Iraqi-British national accused of buying, shipping Iranian oil disguised or blended with Iraqi oil
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Israeli forces kill at least 27 in Gaza today
Trump says Hamas likely to respond to proposed 60-day ceasefire deal within 24 hours
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AO champion Keys stunned at Wimbledon
Laura Siegemund defeated her 6-3, 6-3 in the third round
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Inter-Academy Basketball from July 18: KBBA
Ilyas Shakir Awards to be given by Ghulam Muhammad
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Bayern stand before PSG in CWC battle
The EFA Champions League will take on their German rivals in the quarterfinal clash
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Smith and Brook tons lead Eng revival
England 355-5 at tea after being in dire straits at 84-5
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Pak's 1954 gold medallist Din Mohammad dies
He won country's first gold in the Asian Games in Manila
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PHF welcomes reports of India allowing Pak for Asia Cup
Govt clearance awaited for tournament at Rajgir, Bihar
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Shane McDermott to be Pak fielding coach
He has contributed to setups in BD, SL, Afghanistan and Australia
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Pak outplay Maldives, lift Asian Netball title
PM congratulates team, PSB support must for PNF
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Nico Williams signs extension with Athletic Bilbao, won't move to Barcelona
Spain winger Nico Williams has signed a 10-year contract with Athletic Bilbao, ending speculation over Barcelona move
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Muhammad Masroor confirms his departure as Pakistan's fielding coach
Masroor confirmed his departure on LinkedIn, with reports suggesting PCB looking at reshuffling coaching setup
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Pakistan wins Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship by beating Maldives
Pakistan claimed the Asian Youth Girls Netball Championship title with a 60-35 win over Maldives in South Korea
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Ali Tareen criticises PCB for ‘victory lap’ over HBL PSL X
Multan Sultans owner cited falling TV ratings, attendance figures, and fan engagement as main failings of HBL PSL X
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Tekken star Arslan Ash breaks silence on anti-doping sanction by IESF
Arslan Ash says he was misled by a trainer after the IESF sanctioned him for banned substance use in 2022
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White House to stage UFC fight in 2026, as per Donald Trump
Donald Trump says a UFC fight card will be staged at the White House in 2026 for America’s 250th birthday
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David Benavidez to defend WBC title against Anthony Yarde
The WBC light heavyweight title will be defended in November, confirmed Turki Alalshikh