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FinMin urges debt markets to cut bank dominance
Tells SECP reforms will target lower issuance costs, digital onboarding and wider investor participation
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Open bidding for Islamabad Airport
Govt opts for highest-bidder model as S Arabia, UAE and Turkish show interest
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Inter-school declamation contest held
Among 34 schools, 10 were selected by judges Akber Merchant and Sara Daniyal
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CM wants every child vaccinated aganist polio
Presided over meeting of provincial Polio Task Force, setting targets for upcoming vaccination campaign starting Feb 2
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LNG container blast triggers massive fire
CNG station worker killed; third fire incident at CNG stations in two months
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Marigold show opens
Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab inaugurated three-day sixth annual Marigold Flower Show at Bagh-e-Jinnah
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Family of three killed in road accident
30-year-old Sikandar, his 33-year-old wife Sakina, and their three-year-old son Qaziyan died near Keamari Gate No 17
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MQM-P ends protest in assembly
Ali Khursheedi said that JI, PTI did not support MQM-P protest over Gul Plaza tragedy
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JI plans no-confidence motion against mayor
City Council opposition leader holds mayor, Sindh govt responsible for tragedies in city
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Documentary on Melania premieres in Washington
Titled 'Melania', it was funded by an extraordinary multimillion-dollar deal with Amazon.
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Catherine O'Hara, legendary actress, dies at 71
Known for 'Schitt's Creek' and 'Home Alone', her cause of death is unclear
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Son of Norway crown princess to stand trial for rape
He is to be tried next week in biggest scandal ever to rock Norway's monarchy
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YouTube cracks down, deletes 4.7b views of AI spam videos
Erases 16 channels in action against 'low-quality' content across platform
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Kristen Stewart plans foreign films to defy US restrictions
Reveals she's making movies in Europe to bypass Trump's looming tariffs, push creative freedom
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Jawad calls out elitism in Pakistan's live music scene
Singer reflects on how high concert charges and elite private events limit public access to live music
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Pakistan's largest-ever tourism festival kicks off today
After years of neglect, event marks major step towards country's goal of bringing tourists back to its scenic sites
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'Hitman' shot dead in alleged encounter
Suspect involved in seven murders; police continue search for fleeing accomplices
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Torture allegation surface in sewer incident
SHO suspended, explanation sought from DSP over claims of coercion
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Bugti urges dialogue amid street protests
CM calls for restraint amid ongoing protests by Balochistan Grand Alliance
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Employees refusing vaccination to face music
Minister warns of dismissal, salary-hold as govt targets 6.5m children
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The persisting impasse
Can CPEC reach Afghanistan if borders stay shut?
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Elite veto, national cost
From industry subsidies to clerical defiance, Pakistan’s elite often treat the state as a resource to be hollowed out
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The new life of the 'peela school'
Sindh’s public school students are reimagining their world, proving that constraints can be creative engines
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Nipah virus
Pakistan remains Nipah-free, but officials ramp up border screening as the deadly virus surfaces in India
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Pak-BD reset
Trade is up 20% as Pakistan and Bangladesh "bury the hatchet"
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Indebted nation
Each Pakistani now owes Rs333,000 as total debt hits Rs80.5tn, threatening to eclipse the national GDP
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When power defines peace, and victims are excluded
A "Board of Peace" with no Palestinians?
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Sindh announces Feb 4 holiday for schools, colleges
All public and private educational institutions to remain closed on account of Shab-e-Barat
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Lahore manhole tragedy triggers strict safety measures in Rawalpindi
Fencing, CCTV, lighting and warning signs at construction sites made mandatory
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Lahore Police probe alleged torture of family in manhole death case
Victim’s husband alleges police tortured him and his cousins in custody, amid claims of attempts to force a confession
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Imran's consent obtained for eye procedure: PIMS
Hospital says treatment completed smoothly, follow-up care advised
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Trump says Iran wants deal, US 'armada' larger than in Venezuela raid
Iran says missile and defence capabilities are never negotiable as Trump cools strike threats
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'Burden of wishes': PM Shehbaz talks hits to 'self-esteem' in asking allied nations for loans
Says he and Field Marshal Asim Munir quietly went to many countries for loans in order to secure IMF deal
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Nipah airport screenings mainly for reassurance, experts say
Note that airport temperature screenings rarely prevent the spread of disease
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K-P issues province-wide alert over possible Nipah virus threat
Hospitals directed to set up isolation units, rapid response teams while no case has been reported in Pakistan so far
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17 nursing students faint after gas leak in Abbottabad
Five are said to be in critical condition while 12 stay under observation
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Overcrowded prisons in Punjab pose serious health hazards to inmates
With jails' occupancy exceeding their capacity, prisoners are forced to live in unhygienic and suffocating conditions
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Govt, Barrister Gohar reject reported 'firm and final offer' made to PTI to reconstitute ECP
Government ministers, PTI chairman on rare one page in denouncing 'false' rumour
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PHC told neither federal nor K-P govt authorised Tirah operation
Court also orders release of fund for affected residents, summons tribal elders to verify if govt is providing any aid
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Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as next US Federal Reserve chair
US stock futures ease after nomination; Senate confirmation needed
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Security official dismisses reports of Tirah Valley military operation as 'propaganda'
Says only intelligence-based operations under way as part of ongoing counterterrorism efforts
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Djokovic to meet Alcaraz in AO final
He defeated defending champion Jannik Sinner in the semi
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CDF Munir, Turkish military chief deliberate on current regional and global security landscape
ISPR says visit reflects enduring strategic partnership, shared commitment to regional peace, stability, security
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Judge expresses anger over missing evidence in Rajab Butt case, orders statement recording
Investigation officer tells the court that he has neither full knowledge of the case nor of its investigation
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Islamabad Talks: Pakistan grants visa on arrival to delegates, journalists from participating nations
Naqvi reviews security arrangements in capital, directs strict measures be implemented for foreign dignitaries
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Gold and silver prices see modest gains locally, globally
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs2,572 in Pakistan
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Pakistan growth seen at 4.5% in FY2027: ADB
Flags recovery but warns inflation may rise to 6.5% by FY2027 amid global uncertainty, Middle East tensions
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Sindh announces early closure of markets, malls under austerity measures
Essential services, including medical stores, hospitals and petrol pumps exempted from restrictions
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Dar, French FM discuss Lebanon violations, reaffirm bilateral cooperation
Pakistan, France stress ceasefire adherence, diplomatic path for peace
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Pakistan, Vietnam reaffirm ties as Zardari congratulates Vietnamese president
President hopes to deepen Pakistan–Vietnam cooperation, lauds ties and country’s progress under new leadership
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Fact check: Viral video does not show Pakistani jets escorting Iranian delegation for Islamabad talks; it's old
Video from February 17, 2019, unrelated to current peace talks, shows Pakistani jets greeting MBS on his visit
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Karachi to hit 38°C over next 3 days: Met Office
Says due to temporary closure of sea winds, possibility of heatwave is minimal
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Foolproof security set for Islamabad talks
Interior minister gives assurance to US charge d'affaires
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Stage set for high-stakes Iran-US talks
PM, CDF discuss mediation efforts, Capital under unprecedented security lockdown, dialogue being closely monitored
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G-B motorway project gains momentum
Serves alternative to Karakoram Highway and reduce travel distance by 100 kilometres
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8.1m SIMs active on expired CNICs
NADRA warns of penalties for ID delays
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Govt challenges FCC ruling
Files review petition against Dec 11 verdict of constitutional court
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10,600 Pakistanis return from Iran
Influx largely comprises Pakistani nationals, including students, pilgrims, and other travelers
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PSX sees strong bullish momentum as KSE-100 climbs over 1,400 points
The index touches an intraday high of 168,290 before settling in positive territory
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Mild pullback follows record surge at PSX
KSE-100 index falls 0.18%; market cools off after 9% spike a day ago
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Urea smuggling risk alarms minister
Closing stock at 800,000 tonnes for Kharif as concerns raised over buffer adequacy at peak demand
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Gas industry calls for ramping up production
Following the ceasefire, Pakistan has successfully averted energy shortages
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Gujranwala industrial expo opens in Karachi
Three-day event to showcase diversity, competitiveness as economy shows cautious optimism
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FinMin seeks input for budget
Chambers propose lower policy rates, abolition of Section 7E, regional linkages
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Oil pares gains torise about 1%
Israel's peace talks plan with Lebanon erased 5% early gains
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Chinese tyre firm to invest $120m
Service Long March targets $100m exports as Pakistan becomes fifth-largest tyre exporter to US
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Pakistan, Ethiopia envisage trilateral maritime alliance
Plan to sign deal, also involving Djibouti, to boost Asia-Africa trade
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SBP reserves rise $19m to $16.4b
Gold tumbles despite global gains; rupee edges higher
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World Bank cuts GDP forecast to 3%
CAD may widen to $4.9b on higher energy imports, lower remittances amid war
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PSX closes above 165,000 points amid geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices
Trading activity remained robust, with volumes reaching 456 million shares
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Gold prices in Pakistan fall amid decline in global market
The price of gold per tola decreased by Rs9,500 in the local market
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Govt seeks $1b ADB climate loan
CDWP defers $40m World Bank project over exorbitant rates for furniture, laptops
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Pakistan must turn diplomacy into economic success
Islamabad well positioned to deepen energy & trade ties, establish rail & road transit corridor with Iran
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Fact check: Viral video does not show new US troop deployment to Middle East
Video from June 6, 2023, unrelated to US-Iran war, shows a US military ceremony in California
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Asian stocks set for best week since 2022 ahead of US-Iran talks
Gains driven by easing Middle East tensions as investors eye reopening of Hormuz shipping route
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China will not tolerate independence for Taiwan, Xi tells island's opposition leader
Says both sides of strait belong to 'one China' as KMT chief calls for institutionalised mechanisms for dialogue
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Greenland hits back at Trump's Arctic insult
Nielsen underlined the importance of maintaining the post-war geopolitical order
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Britain must take a new path, says Starmer
Britain's PM said crisis, which has already pushed up fuel prices in Britain, is expected to drive further inflation
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Putin orders weekend ceasefire in Ukraine
Putin's decree, released by the Kremlin, ordered Russian forces to observe a ceasefire starting at 4 pm on Saturday
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Melania Trump denies any ties to Epstein
US first lady urges Congress to hold hearings for victims
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Iran's supreme leader vows ‘new phase’ in Hormuz management, demands war compensation
Message marks 40 days since Khamenei killing, calls it a historic blow and painful moment for Iran
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Trump weighs pulling some US troops from Europe amid NATO strains, official says
White House official says no decision on removing troops has been made
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Halt to Iran attacks means Netanyahu's corruption trial will resume on Sunday
His trial has been repeatedly delayed due to his official commitments, with no end date in sight
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Israeli strikes on Lebanon jeopardise Iran truce; talks planned but Hormuz Strait still shut
Islamabad locked down for US–Iran talks as Hormuz blockade stays and Iran ties deal to Israel actions
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Fact check: Viral video of Shashi Tharoor criticising Indian PM Modi over Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire is doctored
Video showed visual and audio discrepancies; even Tharoor’s tone and delivery differed from his usual speech pattern
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Israeli army claims it killed secretary to Hezbollah leader in Beirut strike
Israeli military says overnight strikes hit Hezbollah sites, killing aide close to Naim Qassem
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As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz
Iran now effectively controls the Strait, dictating who can pass and under what conditions
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Spain condemns Israeli attacks on Lebanon, reopens Tehran embassy
Says Israel broke ceasefire, escalating tensions in Lebanon
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Hikaru Nakamura spends 67 minutes on single move before losing Candidates match
Hikaru Nakamura uses over an hour on one move but loses to Javokhir Sindarov in Candidates match
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Warner aware of 'seriousness' of drink-driving charges: Cricket NSW
He is due to appear in court on May 7 after allegedly blowing more than twice legal limit in a random breath test
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Tamim becomes youngest BCB chief
He will lead a 11-member ad hoc committee
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McIlroy finds new challenges
He said the win lifted “an incredible weight” off him
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Flick defends young Yamal
Coach says he will always support and protect the player
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Slot tips Liverpool to bounce back
Manager believes his team can recover from recent setbacks
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Sinner, Alcaraz shine in Monte Carlo
Both players opened clay court seasons by crushing their opponents
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Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship to start on April 14
Six clubs to compete in six weight categories at Sports Complex Gym Hall
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WAPDA, Punjab reach final of 61st National Table Tennis Championship
Sensational semi-final victories set stage for title clash in Peshawar
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Australian cricket great David Warner charged with drink-driving: reports
He is due to appear in court on May 7
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Chalmers targets Olympic gold
The 27-year-old clocked 48.39 seconds to secure Australian Open title
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PSB boosts sports fund
The decision was taken during the 36th Board meeting
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Napoli's Serie A title defence boosted
Politano scored in the 79th minute to beat Milan 1-0
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Wawrinka falls on Monte Carlo farewell
He was defeated 7-5, 7-5 by Sebastian Baez
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Iran awaiting FIFA response
They requested to move Group G matches to Mexico










































































































