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Four new cases of JN1 Covid strain confirmed
Health authorities remain vigilant, closely monitoring the situation
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A glance at JI’s daring election manifesto
Bold manifesto promises free electricity, parliamentary debate on defence spending and revisiting contracts with IPPs
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‘A Mirror’s Tale’ on display at PNCA
Solo event showcases masterful manipulation of reflective surfaces
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Study stresses smoking’s impact on public health
SDPI says cigarette industry inflicted Rs567b blow to country’s finances
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‘Illegally promoted’ officials face demotions
Advancement of those getting shoulder promotions reversed
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Pindi reports surge in women seeking refuge
As per court records spanning from Jan 1 to Dec 30, 2023, 327 women sought refuge in Darul Aman
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Plan afoot to regulate tourist influx in Murree
CTP deploys 163 traffic wardens to manage traffic in popular hill resort
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When compassion guides artistic endeavours
Samina Jamshed’s journey reflects the therapeutic properties of art
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Polio starts rearing its ugly head in country
Fourteen sewage samples from seven cities test positive for crippling virus
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Multi-vehicle collision kills six, injures eight
Rescue official says multiple vehicles collided with each other due to heavy fog on motorway
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Drought sparks water shortage fears
Ongoing constructions in city coupled with increasing population, have heightened water demand
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Multan’s citizens embrace harsh winter
Fish vendors swimming in business, theatres floundering
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Shady sellers : Flea markets circulating stolen gadgets
Laptops, smartphones sold at unreasonably low prices are usually procured through illegal means
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Working women still hamstrung
Concerns abound over lack of oversight in hostels
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Missing youth’s charred body found
Upon his brother's request, case of abduction has been registered at Gogera police station
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A futuristic industrial policy
It may boost exports to $100b within five years through export-led development
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Woman appeals for husband’s recovery
Woman fears that her husband might have been killed in police encounter
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Rising accidents prompt road safety measures
As many as 16,525 individuals fell victim to road accidents, resulting in 164 deaths
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Bahawalnagar plagued by rising crime
Complaints surge as police inaction raises concerns
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Sleep walking into a climate apocalypse
Immediate need is to mobilise private capital to drive shift towards sustainable, green economy
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What to expect in new year
In terms of economic growth, there is hope 2024 will be much better than 2023
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IPP says seat adjustment with PML-N finalised
Marriyum denies any such move made in Punjab so far
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Academia-industry gap
Pakistan encounters challenges in aligning with international copyright standards
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Child amputees of Gaza
Haunting reality of conflict taking a toll on innocent lives is vividly illustrated in heartbreaking stories
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‘Surplus’ inspectors face novel dilemma
Await suitable postings in CTP after clearing required tests
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Integrating climate into education
Half knowledge fails to address problem, exacerbates existing ecological issues
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Spending restraint a must for economic stability
Consensus on privatisation, power sector restructuring can steer towards stability
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Race to the Centre
Since end of dictator Zia-ul Haq’s era, Pakistan has been dominated by a two-party system featuring PML-N and PPP
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A divided Muslim world
Large Muslim populations reacted to operation being conducted by Israel in Gaza Strip have shown little unity
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CSS exam: reforms needed
Annual competitive examinations conducted by FPSC illuminate persistent challenges
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Overburdened courts
Speedy and timely dispensation of justice remains far cry in Pakistan
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Education and enlightenment
Appraisal shows that education and enlightenment have a correlative and reciprocal relationship
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Western diplomats seek to prevent Gaza spillover after three months of war
US and EU diplomats push for peace in the Middle East amid ongoing Gaza conflict; UN warns of humanitarian crisis
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No information about Imran’s role in May 9 riots: PM
Kakar said all fugitives will face legal hurdles until they surrender to law
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Kabul upbeat as Fazl meets Taliban officials
JUI-F chief opens talks with Afghan vice president, Muttaqi hopes positive outcome of visit
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India ISRO's Aditya-L1 solar mission reaches destination
India's Aditya-L1 satellite, stationed at Lagrange Point, to study sun's impact on satellites in low earth orbit
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Social media slowdown hampers PTI's virtual fundraiser
PTI alleges abrupt disruption in social media services shows 'petty aggression'
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Pakistan deploys warships in Arabian Sea
Navy says actively monitoring maritime situation to safeguard national, international merchant ships
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Political analysts say people being disenfranchised from political process
'A government standing on shaky ground is unable to bring political and economic stability'
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Tribunal reserves decision on Imran’s ineligibility plea
Rejects nomination papers of Hamad Azhar from NA-129, accepts those from PP-171
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Bangladesh PM Hasina votes in general election boycotted by opponents
PM says she did not need to prove credibility of election to anyone
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Japan premier vows "ceaseless" aid as snow hampers quake relief
At least 222 people are still reported missing with 30,000 homeless
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US appeals court prevents California from banning guns in most public places
Under California's new law, people could not carry concealed guns in 26 categories of 'sensitive places'
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Six Palestinians, 1 Israeli killed in West Bank clashes -officials
Four of those killed were brothers, according to family members
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Four martyred in Kurram vehicles attack
Victims include woman, driver and two security personnel
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Israel claims part of Hamas 'dismantled' as war enters fourth month
Netanyahu under growing pressure as demonstrators in Tel Aviv call for early elections, resignation of his government
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JUI-F announces candidates in Punjab
Fields candidates in constituency from where PML-N Quaid may contest elections
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Co-accused in £190m scam declared POs
Imran, Bushra present in courtroom
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ECP rejects PTI’s contempt claim
In its reply to SC, polls supervisory authority says it addressed all 33 of the party’s complaints
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Punjab govt committed to transparent polls, SC told
In response to PTI's contempt plea against ECP, Punjab chief secretary submits detailed reply
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Ex-CJP Khawaja files contempt plea against PM Shehbaz
Federal government failed to provide civilians convicted by military courts right to appeal, contends petition
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Pakistan reaffirms balanced ties with US, China
DPM Dar says country out of diplomatic isolation; US can help resolve Kashmir dispute
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405 honour killings recorded across Pakistan in 2024: HRCP
Balochistan incident sparked outrage, 16 arrests - but is it enough?
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Karachi traffic police cracks down on illegal parking fees collectors
Mayor Murtaza Wahab directs inspection teams to ensure regular inspection
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Pakistan floods death toll nears 280
NDMA urges provincial governments to remain on alert, prepared for emergency responses
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Islamabad, Ankara call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
FM Dar holds talks with Turkish counterpart on aid to besieged enclave, two-state solution
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Five die in firing on Tirah protesters
PM, K-P CM condemn incident; govt announces compensation
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TTP terrorist 'behind Chinese engineers attack' killed in Karachi operation
CTD chief links slain suspects to proscribed group's cell in Afghanistan
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Drop in postgraduate admissions hits UoP
Financial troubles have left the institution struggling to draw students to higher education programmes
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Jirga review progress on Kohat peace deal
Elders, officials vow cooperation as Kurram Highway opens amid improving security
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JUI-F leader abducted, killed in Bannu
Police on alert as 250 militants reportedly infiltrate region
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Six gunmen loot gaming zone in Gulshan
The security guard on duty revealed that over 60 people were present in the gaming zone
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Gutka sales continue amidst police complicity
With many officers addicted to the smokeless tobacco, efforts to curtail the usage of the drug have been in vain
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SHC restrains action against petitioner in hostel misuse case
The petitioner resides at the Dr Salma Ahmed Women's Complex
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NAPA celebrates classic Urdu literature
A moving tribute to Patras Bukhari's famous essay Marhoom Ki Yaad Mein
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$600m tea import bill exposes neglected commercialisation
Key obstacles include lack of contiguous land plots, water availability, technical expertise and processing technology
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Tariff threat forces EU to hedge bets
Sweeping US levies on European exports rupture trust, spark calls for self-reliance
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Brain drain costs economy $4.2 billion annually
While it brings billions in remittances, real cost is not just economic, it's loss of ideas, innovation, leadership
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Trade gaps and remittance gains: reading external sector
External account story in FY25 shows short-term resilience, masks long-term fragility
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Time to keep rates unchanged
Right now, best signal SBP can send to investors is stability, prudence, patience
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Consumers pay bitter price for sweetener
Profiteers exploit markets as poor planning fuels artificial shortage
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Over 3,800 investors eye EV charging stations
Some companies are in the final stages of completing documentation for their EV station licenses
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Chinese firm eyes ICT, energy sectors
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Global Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai
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Gohar Ejaz seeks major interest rate cut
Ex-minister warns high rates cripple growth, urges MPC to slash policy rate
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Bitcoin data centres to boost employment opportunities
Excess power can be redirected to Bitcoin mining without affecting domestic supply
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IT minister discusses AI, fibre collaboration
PeaceCable eyes investment in fibre broadband rollout
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Investors eye US-Europe deal before deadline
Optimism over easing trade tensions helps push US stocks to record highs
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Chamber decries hurdles to trade with Kabul
Welcomes trade deal, demands long-term policy to address challenges
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Dar's US visit sets stage for stronger trade ties
LCCI president backs shift from aid to trade, calls for FTA, deeper investments
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PSX closes week up on optimism
KSE-100 index moves higher by 610 points amid ratings boost, rate cut hopes
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Thailand, Cambodia to enter unconditional ceasefire tonight
Malaysia led mediation as ASEAN chair with backing from US, China
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UNRWA underscores insufficient aid flow into Gaza
At least 41 Palestinians killed by Israeli attacks since dawn
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Six killed in Bangkok market after gunman opens fire
No tourists killed or injured in shooting incident
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India cracks down on Bengali Muslims ahead of state polls
Thousands evicted in Assam as authorities intensify decades-old drive against illegal settlers
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Torrential rain displaces over 4,400 in Beijing
Power outages affect over 10,000 areas of Miyun
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Trump, Starmer to hold talks on trade, Gaza starvation
Starmer hopes to negotiate a drop in US steel, aluminum tariffs
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UN ministers meet on Israel, Palestine
France to push recognition of Palestinian state while US, Israel boycott
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US-EU strike trade deal in transatlantic standoff
Trump, bloc chief agree on 15% levy on EU exports
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27 Palestinians dead in Israeli strikes
Food airdropped into Gaza as 'tactical pause' in military operations begun
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Marcus Morris Sr arrested on fraud charge, held without bond
Former NBA player Marcus Morris Sr. arrested in Florida over fraud charge linked to another state, held without bond
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Shadab Khan likely to miss Asia Cup 2025 due to injury
Pakistan's Shadab Khan is unlikely to recover in time for Asia Cup 2025 after undergoing shoulder surgery
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England’s Lionesses seal historic Euro 2025 title in Basel
England beat Spain on penalties to retain the Euros, winning their first major title on foreign soil
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Lionel Messi suspension leads to multimillion-dollar losses for MLS and hosting clubs
Lionel Messi’s one-game suspension cost MLS millions in lost revenue, reduced attendance, and missed sponsorship.
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Aus thrash WI by three wickets in 4th T20I
Green hit an unbeaten 55 and Inglis added 51 to lift the Aussies to a three-wicket win
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Man Utd sink West Ham in EPL US friendly
Fernandes scored twice in the 2-1 win as Amorim showered the captain with praise
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Piastri beats Norris in Belgian Grand Prix
The Australian stretches his Formula One lead to 16 points
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McIntosh makes golden start at World championships
The 18-year-old world record holder won the women's 400m freestyle in 3 min 56.26 sec
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Kalinskaya sets up DC final with Fernandez
De Minaur to face Spaniard Davidovich in the final of the men's event
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Ahtisham and Romaisa crowned champions
They claimed boys' and girls' U18 titles at Sohail University National Tennis Championship
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Henry guides NZ to T20 Tri-Series win
The Blackcaps beat South Africa in the final
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Pak abolish vice-captain position
Team management is waiting for Shadab's return
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Azharuddin questions Ind's stance
India have not played a bilateral series against Pakistan since December 2012
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Ben Askren reveals long recovery after double lung transplant and severe pneumonia battle
MMA veteran Ben Askren shares emotional update after surviving pneumonia, cardiac arrest, and receiving transplant.
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PSB raises cash rewards for global medalists
Athletes representing Pakistan at international sporting events can score up to Rs30m on winning