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Robust LG system termed vital
Speakers underscored administrative efficacy of local government structures in resolving issues at grassroots level
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Govt takes action against Tik-Tokers for public tiger display
Following viral video on social media, wildlife dept takes custody of tiger
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Bigwigs try their luck in Kohat division
Three former ministers, an ex-senator and two female candidates in the fray
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‘Serious challenges await new govt’
Sherpao says public confidence in political system is at stake
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Polling staff in K-P abandons training
Warning issued after 6.6% staffers leave training without notice
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PHC seeks K-P govt’s reply by Feb 6
Petition filed against condition imposed on police department to pass departmental examination for promotion
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Cabinet to decide FBR’s fate today
Will consider restructuring of revenue board that may cease to exist
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Industrialists denounce banking laws
Say businesses find it difficult to meet stringent conditions
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Fertiliser sector eyes high profit
Research house forecasts 104% YoY earnings boost, driven by rising prices of urea, DAP
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World Bank grants $425m to Pakistan
Aims to bolster social protection system, support underprivileged
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In a reversal, PSX soars on debt settlement talk
KSE-100 index rises 657.19 points, settles at 63,939.41
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Govt plans Rs100 billion Sukuk boost at PSX
Aims to raise new domestic debt as investors show strong interest in second Sukuk auction
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APTMA calls for 9 cents/KWh power tariff
Previously announced removal of cross-subsidies, aiming to enhance competitiveness of industries
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Auto experts split on “Year of Localisation” in 2024
Some push for local focus, others call for embracing global integration
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Rupee appreciates to three-month high
Stays below 280 vs dollar in inter-bank dealings
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Pak-Afghan border at Torkham set to reopen
Pakistan to relax travel document requirements starting today until March 31, 2024
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Banks seek 16.6% interest on PIA loan
Privatisation efforts stall as finance minister counteroffers 10% interest
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Privilege and public health
Prior dues, serious lack of funding for procuring drugs, including several life-saving drugs in KP
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Creativity and Mother Earth: a rare link
To create something from inherent knowledge of universe can be termed creativity
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Hindutva triumph
This act of political brinkmanship was undesired, has come at a time when societal unrest is on rise and minorities
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Ethnic murders
Death toll among police officials in North Waziristan is already in double figures just few weeks into new year
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Diversify power distribution
Nepra has granted KEL non-exclusive distribution licence, supplier-of-last-resort (SoLR) licence for next two decades
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Hashmi withdraws from polls in support of PTI candidate
Ex-PML-N leader announces joining former ruling party’s fold with all his strength
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Another official blames Imran for missing cypher
Former foreign secretary tells special court Imran Khan did not return diplomatic telegram till his ouster
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Half a million Afghans return from Pakistan: IOM
500,200 Afghans left Pakistan between September 15, 2023 and January 13, 2024; dispute affects busiest border crossing
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Contesting to 'bury old politics of hate': Bilawal
Ex-FM warns others would victimise political opponents once elected to power
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Ex-spymaster rejects IHC judge’s claims
Faiz Hameed describes allegations leveled by Shaukat Aziz Siddqui as 'absolutely false, concocted’
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Pakistan slams temple consecration
Urged the Indian government to ensure the safety and security of religious minorities
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Imran brands poll scheme 'Mother of All Selections'
Ex-PM accuses ECP and caretaker govt of aiding Nawaz Sharif, says even CCPO Lahore is saluting a ‘certified offender’
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Xi orders all-out search and rescue of people missing in SW China landslide
A total of 47 people remain missing after the landslide buried the homes of 18 households
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International community stands firm on one-China principle
Countries express support for one-China principle, reject 'Taiwan independence' and affirm Taiwan as part of China
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China's vice FM visits GHQ, discusses defence ties with COAS
Sun Weidnong expresses China's satisfaction with security arrangements for CPEC projects
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Israeli plan to destroy Hamas not working, peace talks needed - EU's Borrell
EU foreign policy chief urges peace talks, rejects Israel's plan to destroy Hamas, emphasises two-state solution
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Nawaz questions fate of Naya Pakistan pledge
PML-N Quaid promises development in K-P if voted to power
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Pakistan looks to ‘interested’ CPEC partners
Pak-China JWG-ICC appreciates inclusive nature of flagship project
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Pakistan, Iran envoys to resume duties
Iran FM set to visit Pakistan next week to discuss post-militant standoff situation
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Seven terrorists killed in Zhob IBO
ISPR says they were involved in terror activities against security forces, killing of innocent civilians
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At least four universities in Islamabad shut citing security concerns
Security forces conduct search operations in suburbs of capital, no arrests made
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Three killed, two injured in road accidents
Deceased patients were shifted to nearby hospitals
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IHC refuses to stay Imran’s prison trial
Notes that Toshakhana, £190m cases not going to be concluded immediately
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Cold weather triggers respiratory illnesses
Flu, chest infection and pneumonia on the rise, especially among children
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Hundreds of thousands demonstrate against right-wing extremism in Germany
Rallies were held in Berlin, Munich, Cologne, as well as in more traditional AfD voting strongholds in eastern Germany
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PPP accuses MQM-P of attacking its PR office
MQM-P workers booked for rioting, vandalism, property damage, sending death threats
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India's Modi leads consecration of Ram temple in Ayodhya
Most opposition parties, including the main opposition Congress, skipped the inauguration
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Phase I of 19 JICA-assisted schools project gets nod
In 2022, policy board approvals of 54 schools through JICA structured bidding process
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Essay competition held for polio awareness
Theme of competition is, "Role of students, parents, and teachers in eradicating polio"
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Notorious dacoit of Kutcha gang surrenders
Humair Jagirani was wanted by police in multiple FIRs
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Details of terrorists killed in Pak strikes in Iran revealed
BLF, BLA militants were involved in multiple terror attacks in Balochistan
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50 cops get master training for poll security
Training included practical exercises to enhance their skills
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Young voters to play crucial role in Hyderabad polls
Number of voters in the age group of 36 to 45 is the highest
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Arrest warrants issued for K-P CM Ali Amin Gandapur
District court rejects exemption plea, seeks presence at next hearing
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Sugar prices fall by Rs10 in Karachi
Retail prices range between Rs 180 and Rs 185 per kilogram
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Senate polling continues in K-P, Punjab
130 votes have been cast in the Punjab Assembly out of 369 total members
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Ishaq Dar arrives in New York for UN meetings
Dar to join summit co-hosted by Saudi Arabia, France backing Palestinian statehood
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Heatwave grips Lahore as Punjab braces for fourth monsoon spell
PDMA forecasts rain, thunderstorms for Rawalpindi, Murree, Faisalabad, parts of Southern Punjab
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11 arrested after couple shot dead in Balochistan over 'honour'
Case lodged against all suspected perpetrators, says CM Bugti
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Brutal 'honour killing' caught on video sparks nationwide outrage
Couple executed for marrying of their free will despite family opposition
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PDMA readies plans for flood emergency
Balochistan activates district disaster management authorities
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Issue new number plates for free'
MQM-P leader comes out all guns blazing against imposition of Ajrak-themed number plates of vehicles
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Stay away from Indian waters, fishermen warned
They are told hostile neighbour might accuse them of terrorism or sabotage
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Elderly woman seeks protection from abusive son
Rubina Rajput staged a protest along with her ailing husband and their children
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Two brothers crushed to death by tanker
Following the incident, enraged locals torched the water tanker in protest
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PR renews bid to outsource 11 trains
Only one train attracts bids in earlier attempt
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CTD identifies notorious suicide bomber
The deceased militant was involved in multiple terrorist activities in Karachi
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PMD forecasts wet spell across country
Citizens advised to avoid unnecessary travel
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China's GDP grows 5.3% in H1 despite global headwinds
Analysts predict YoY growth in 5-5.2% range for 2025, higher than govt's target
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Victory celebration and reality check
It's time to turn triumph into transformation, sustainable efforts to address domestic woes
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Sugar, power and patronage
Sweetest commodity becomes most toxic crisis caused by elite interests
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From crisis to cushion: FX reserves jump to $14.5b
Reserve cushion can help fast-track reforms, particularly in tax administration, power sector governance
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Are stabilisation measures backfiring?
High interest rates, import compression and regressive taxation leading to low growth, unemployment
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Why global giants pulling out
Outflow poses serious challenge to economic narrative, efforts to woo investors
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Afghan refugees risk billions in losses
Business assets, economic contributions at stake as deportation fears grow
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Crypto breaches $4tr in market value
Regulatory clarity, institutional flows drive sector to new peak
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Bourse hits record close near 140k
Bulls dominate trading as KSE-100 index climbs 4,298 points
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100 agri graduates head to China for training
Initiative aims to modernise farming, promote climate-smart agriculture
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Software body demands predictable tax system
Presents reform package to cut compliance costs, unlock investment
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ADB assesses feasibility of financing ML-1 project
Bank experts inspect Karachi-Rohri section of major railway scheme
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Govt to build Rs3b aquaculture park
Maritime minister projects annual revenue potential to be up to $7.2m, project to operate under public-private partner
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Indian court acquits 12 in 2006 Mumbai train bombings
2006 blasts during evening rush hour left 187 dead, over 800 injured
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Trainer jet crashes in Dhaka, 19 killed
More than 50 people, including children and adults, were hospitalised with burns
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X refuses to comply with French investigation, labels it 'politically driven'
Elon Musk's X rejects French allegations of data manipulation, claiming investigation seeks to restrict free speech
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At least 17 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks since dawn
Israeli army chief drafts new plan to expand ground operations, to take over Gaza
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Runway closed as Air India jet skids off during landing
All passengers, crew members have since disembarked
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Iran threatens to halt Gulf security if E3 reinstates UN sanctions
E3 countries, Iran have in recent months held inconclusive talks on Tehran's nuclear program
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US hosts Pakistan military chief at White House, India responds by warming to China
New Delhi is recalibrating relations with China as a hedge
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Turkey to suspend Iraq‑Turkey oil pipeline deal
Ankara aims to renew underused pipeline for regional economic gains
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'Trump's deportations lack US public support'
Polls from both CNN and CBS show that Trump has lost majority support for his deportation approach
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South Korea rain death toll hits 17, with 11 missing
The number of casualties rose throughout the day as bodies of those previously reported missing
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Indonesia ferry fire kills five
Fishermen also helped evacuate the victims to nearby islands
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Gaza aid points turn into death trap
93 dead in fresh Israeli strikes amid food supplies
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Ecuador road accident leaves 9 dead
Traffic accidents are among the leading causes of death in Ecuador
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European powers plan fresh nuclear talks with Iran
Consultations are ongoing regarding a date and location for the talks
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Election drubbing projected for Japan PM
Ishiba took over in September on his fifth attempt and immediately called elections
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Marcus Rashford completes medical ahead of Barcelona loan move
Manchester United exile Rashford will sign for the 2025-26 season, with Barcelona covering 100% of salary
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Venus Williams, 45, set for return to tennis at Citi Open
After a 16-month absence and health scare, Venus Williams returns to the WTA Tour at the Citi Open in Washington, DC
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Liverpool reach agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt for £79 million Hugo Ekitike
Liverpool will pay an initial guarantee of £69 million, with a further £10 million in add-ons
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Jon Jones responds to Dana White's comments at UFC 318
Jones expressed disappointment with White and reaffirmed his commitment to fight at UFC's 2026 White House event
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England confirmed as host for next three ICC WTC finals
ICC confirmed the decision in Singapore, rejecting BCCI's bid in the process
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Mike Hesson labels Mirpur pitch "unacceptable" after Pakistan's defeat
Hesson stated the pitch was not up to international cricket standards after Bangladesh's thrashing win over Pakistan
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Mikel Arteta backs Arsenal's handling of Thomas Partey’s legal situation
Arteta states he is "100%" confident club followed all legal processes in Thomas Partey's rape charges case
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Wellens wins Tour de France stage 15
Defending champion Pogacar leads the overall ranking
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Ten-woman Germany reach Euro 2025 semis
They defeated France on penalties 6-5
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Pacquiao held to draw in world title return
The Filipino legend lost to the defending WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios
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Short ruled out of first WI T20I
He sustains side strain injury during a training session in Jamaica
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Deep likely to miss 4th Eng Test
He suffered a hand injury during practice
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SSWMB basketball tournament begins today
Event to be held under patronage of Karachi Mayor
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Pakistani cueists continue to shine at IBSF 6 Reds
Muhammad Asif and Ahsan Ramzan remain unbeaten in the tournament
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India-Pakistan WCL 2025 clash called off
The announcement was made on WCL social media handle