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Ex-governor Khar allowed to contest
Another appeal filed by Khar’s wife also approved by tribunal judge, allowing her to contest elections
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Minor girl among five sexually assaulted in a day
Two children thwart rape attempts
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Crime rate in Chichawatni soars
Despite 70% challan rate, unresolved cases cast doubt on overall effectiveness
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Rs908b added to public debt in Nov
Expenditures raise overall debt to Rs63.4tr, with interest payments soaring
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Rupee hits 10-week high against US dollar
Reaches nearly Rs281.50/$, marking 3rd consecutive day of gains
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Oil rises over $1
Maersk announced it will divert all vessels away from Red Sea for foreseeable future
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Delayed import decision led to urea shortage: Solangi
Farmers say despite imports, country might still face shortfall of 0.6 million tonnes
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SMAP calls for action on Red Sea disruptions
Chairman suggests reactivating PNSC vessels to benefit region
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Stocks stumble as Senate seeks election delay
KSE-100 index plummets 124.26 points, settles at 64,514.90
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PSX prepares for first IPO of 2024
Secure Logistics Group plans to sell 63 million shares to raise financing of Rs750 million
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Inflation hits four-week high
Out of 51 items, prices of 19 increase, 9 decrease, and 23 remain unchanged during week
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PayPal enters Pakistan via strategic partnership
JV with Payoneer allows freelancers access to PayPal
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Govt-KE ink key energy security pact
Agreement addresses legacy issues that are pivotal for Karachi’s long-term energy sustainability
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SIFC okays major overhaul for FBR
Also approves fixed income tax scheme for retailers, slated to launch in five major cities across country
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Poor prosecution
Supreme Court has criticised investigation quality in cases, whether at local level or of highest profile
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Covid-19 resurgence
Surge in respiratory infections during winter season has also sparked concerns among global health experts
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Irrational resolution
Mysterious move in upper house to seek a resolution calling for postponement of elections is irritating
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Global health security: can Pakistan show leadership?
Pakistan has decided to hold first Global Health Security Summit in Pakistan
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Need to ensure fair polls under an unjaundiced political process
Fingers are crossed for February 8 general elections
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AI wars begin
Our neighbours became space-faring nations and we kept fighting
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Enhancing gender diversity in Muslim countries
Women in Muslim countries today have responsibility to amplify voices of women in our societies
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New Covid-19 variant detected at Karachi airport
Sindh Health Department says two passengers show suspicious symptoms; no cases found in province
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For civilians or Hamas? 'Dual use' issue complicates Gaza aid efforts
Conflict has displaced most of Gaza's population and caused acute shortage of basic necessities
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No signal from ‘any quarter’ to postpone elections: Solangi
Only ECP had the constitutional authority to postpone polls, says info minister
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India's Adani reclaims Asia's richest mantle after scandal
Bloomberg Billionaires Index shows Adani's net worth gained around $7.7 billion this week
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Steady decline: Academia suffered multiple setbacks during preceding year in K-P
The education department was marred with issues such as paucity of funds and cheating allegations
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LHC seeks PEMRA, ECP’s replies on election survey ban
Justice Najafi expresses bewilderment over ban; summons officials concerned on January 9
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Senate seeks to delay Feb 8 vote
Thin attendance in house passes resolution citing weather, security concerns; ECP firm on schedule
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'Blade Runner' Pistorius released on parole 11 years after murdering girlfriend
Pistorius shot 29-year-old model Reeva Steenkamp dead through locked bathroom door on Valentine's Day in 2013
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North Korea fires 200 rounds at sea border; South islanders take shelter
More than 200 North Korea artillery shells fall north of border
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PHC bars inclusion of former PTI lawmakers on fourth schedule
Court issues order restraining provincial government from initiating any action against applicants
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Election tribunal allows Fawad to contest elections from Jhelum
Fawad says he has yet to decide which party to contest from
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Security forces kill two terrorists in Tank IBO
ISPR says high-value target killed in operation
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CJ Isa favours ‘original Constitution’
SC reserves decision in MPs’ lifetime disqualification case
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Israeli shelling pounds Gaza refugee camps as death toll nears 22,500
Israel claims shifting to 'targeted approach' in its conflict against Palestinians
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Faiz denies allegations of conspiracy against govt
In statement to sit-in commission, former DG ISI says he negotiated with TLP on govt’s instructions
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AJK PM urges UN to help resolve Kashmir issue
Says world community, human rights watchdogs should take effective notice of human rights violations
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Bilawal launches election campaign from Lahore
PPP says selection of NA-127 guarantees a fighting chance
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People know only PPP can uplift Karachi: Wahab
Mayor says next govt will be of PPP as people see Bilawal as a viable leader
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PTI gets big relief from tribunals
Nominations of Shiekh Rashid, Ijazul Haq, Firdous Shamim Naqvi allowed
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MQM-P unveils an ambitious manifesto
Announces plans to build 100 new cities; repatriate Pakistanis stranded in Bangladesh
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Hiring only children of govt workers at GPO irks CJP
Justice Isa remarks ‘aren’t the rest of the children Pakistani’
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ECP poll preparations enter final stages
Says 91,809 polling stations have been established for 120.85m voters
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SC shows a change in approach
CJP Isa changing approach to adjudicate matters regarding disqualification of lawmakers under Articles 62, 63
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Cracks appear in senior PTI leadership
Marwat take opposing view to Gohar on judiciary
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World affairs in focus as envoys moot kicks off
Pakistan’s foreign policy should continue to aim for peace, mutual understanding, says foreign minister
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Imran, Bushra to be indicted on 10th
Judge directs jail superintendent to carry out court's Dec 22 orders
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Rs150b needed for better services
Planning Commission comes up with estimate to improve governance
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Oil drops 2% on US stock build
Low fuel demand, large inventory increases in data from the US Energy Information Administration weighed on prices
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Analysts urge politicians to draw up economic stability plans
Say upcoming govt should resolve energy crisis by supplying affordable electricity and gas
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Senate axes death penalty in select offences
Bill introduces 25-year jail for public humiliation of women
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Cracks emerge in traders' ranks over strike
He demanded that the government immediately withdraw all the black laws of the FBR
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KE base tariff raised by Rs6.15 per unit
NEPRA moves ahead despite review motion by Centre
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Libya, Pakistan military chiefs discuss security
Prime Minister welcomed the Libyan Commander-in-Chief and his delegation to Pakistan
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Landowner 'mutilates' cow for straying into his field
Cattle owner says accused also unleashed dogs, denied compensation
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Govt to act once PTI protest plan unfolds
He revealed that a crackdown will be launched on 133 illegal housing societies in Islamabad
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Drug-resistant TB threatens public health
TB claimed over 1.25 million lives worldwide in 2023
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Pak expects breakthrough in US tariff talks
Both sides expressed satisfaction with the progress in enhancing trade, economic ties
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Vietnam, Pakistan to promote cultural tourism
Foresee shared Buddhist heritage as major drawing point for tourists, history buffs
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EV shift to cut fuel import bill, says PM
Calls for aligning civil service with modern technology
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FO reaffirms zero tolerance for terrorism
The statement highlighted Pakistan's contributions to the international counterterrorism efforts
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Police trash suicide story
SHO says gunshot wound on left temple of right-handed woman
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IHC cites 'blasphemy case entrapments'
Court points to govt's prolonged inaction to justify inquiry commission
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Cop accused in kidnapping case reinstated as SHO
His appointment has triggered concern among citizens
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Funding crunch delays K-IV project
As federal and Sindh govts fail to prioritise completion of mega water project, Karachi's water crisis worsens
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PSX ends flat after touching 140,000
KSE-100 index faces profit-taking at peak, edges down 68 points
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'BRI states must adopt diversified supply chain'
NBP official asks Pakistan, China to play greater role in upgrading global supply network
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REER improves to 96.6 in June
SBP injects Rs11tr into banking system via OMOs; gold prices climb
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IT exports hit record at $4.6b
Minister links 26% growth to unified strategy; industry complains about dearth of support
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Google granted tax exemption
FBR claims new digital tax law targets firms with no physical presence
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NEPRA likely to cut power tariff by Rs0.65/unit for June
NEPRA may reduce the power tariff by Rs0.6541 per kWh under the monthly FCA
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Textile exports rise 7.2% to $17.88b in FY25
Value-added products drive recovery; millers cautiously optimistic, urge policy clarity to target $20b in exports
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Pakistan aims to expand exports
UK chamber shows interest in introducing solar-powered heating appliances
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Poultry, diesel push SPI up by 0.38%
Annual inflation shows 1.61% drop as tomatoes, LPG prices fall
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CA turns positive on remittances
Year ends with $2.1b but June deficit raises concern; trade gap widens to $29.4b
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Business community divided over strike call for Saturday
Govt agrees to form grievance body after talks with FPCCI; KCCI maintains call for strike, citing unresolved concerns
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PSX ends flat after hitting 140k
Profit-taking halts rally; key stocks limit downside
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PSX climbs to new peak above 138,000
Index soars 2,286 points, led by investor interest in fertiliser, energy stocks
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Cabinet body okays 104 business reforms
BOI targets 90-day implementation; regulatory overhaul aims to slash compliance costs, approval timelines
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Trump's tariffs cloud G20 finance meeting
Host South Africa says forum must show global leadership to tackle trade barriers
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Trump says up to five jets downed in Pakistan-India clash
India's highest-ranking general said in late May that India switched tactics after suffering losses in the air
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New clashes rock Syria
Tribal fighters reinforce Bedouin in Druze heartland
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Lightning strikes kill 33 people in India
State government announced compensation of 4 million rupees ($4,600) to the families of those killed by lightning
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Anti-migrant protests turn violent in UK
Eight police officers were injured and three vehicles were damaged, Essex police said
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Trump pulls US from WHO pandemic reforms
Trump on returning to office on January 20 immediately began withdrawal of the US from the UN body
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EU, UK target Russia oil sector
Announce tough new Ukraine war sanctions
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Israel kills 10 aid seekers in Gaza
US- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) began operations in late May
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UN urges 'immediate halt' to Afghan deportations
Germany, like most countries, stopped deportations to Afghanistan and closed its embassy in Kabul
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G20 nations agree central bank independence 'crucial'
The US central bank has meanwhile adopted a wait-and-see attitude
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Trump administration seeks to release some of Epstein probe material
Epstein, a financier, was found hanging dead in his cell in New York in 2019
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Hamas says no interim truce possible without work toward permanent ceasefire
Hamas repeatedly offered to release hostages and agree to permanent ceasefire, but Israel refused, says Abu Ubaida
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Three killed in blast at LA police training centre
Incident at Biscailuz Training Center appeared accidental and killed at least three sheriff’s deputies, US media said
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At least four dead, 5,000 displaced as torrential rains lash South Korea
Some areas were hit by record precipitation of more than 400mm in single day
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At least 30 killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza today
Israeli veteran calls for urgent action amid rise in soldier suicides post war
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OpenAI quietly unveils new ChatGPT capabilities in latest update
OpenAI’s newest rollout adds powerful tools behind the scenes, without making too much noise.
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England reach Euro 2025 semi-final
The Lionesses overcame Sweden in a penalty shoot-out
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Newly elected PFF Chief Mohsen Gilani shares roadmap
He held a press conference to outline his plans for the development of the game
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Tour de France: 'Do we wait for a death?' UCI remains silent
Tour team boss urges feeding zone overhaul
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Pak Champions can win WCL: Shahid Afridi
Pak Champions take on England in tournament opener at Edgbaston
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Henry, Conway help NZ beat Zim in T20
Matt Henry takes 3 wickets, Conway hits half century
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Ahtesham, Romaisa win Westbury tennis
Rs 150,000 cash prizes distributed among winners, runners up
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Lyari Academy to compete in Norway
Pakistan Football League extended the strategic support to prepare for the event
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Pak storms into the final of Asian U16 Volleyball
National Jrs crush India 3-0 in semifinal
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Busy 2025-26 for Pak women's team
Pakistan will host South Africa in Lahore for ODIs in Sept
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Pakistan's Hasnain Akhtar clinches IBSF U-17 Snooker Championship
The young cueist secured the championship without dropping a single frame
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Manchester United agree £71 million deal with Brentford for Bryan Mbeumo
Manchester United will pay Brentford £65 million guaranteed, with a further £6 million in add-ons
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PCB responds to Sana Mir’s remarks on Pakistan women's cricket team scheduling
PCB addresses Sana Mir’s concerns on the 50-over tournament schedule, clarifying timing and focus on player wellbeing
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T.J. Watt re-signs with Steelers on record $123 million extension
T.J. Watt signs a new three-year, $123 million extension, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history
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Damian Lillard signs $42 million deal to rejoin Portland Trail Blazers
Lillard, who's currently injured, confirmed the news on social media
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Usman Khawaja continues to speak out for Palestine, urges action
The Australian cricketer shares a powerful video of Palestinian children's suffering, urging action from authorities