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Govt to revise rates for services under Sehat Card
Move driven by inflation in recent years
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First IPhone game streaming service to launch with retro games catalogue
Antstream, already available on platforms such as Xbox, Windows, Android, and Amazon devices with 1,300 games
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Ogra act amendment to bring $200m
Pakistan is seeking financing from Qatar for injection into LNG terminal
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ABC urges govt to rethink tax policy
Multinationals warn 25% advertising disallowance will hurt investment, stifle growth
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Exporters reject 29% tax on export earnings
Warn of serious economic consequences if fixed tax regime is abolished
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PSX faces post-budget pressure
KSE-100 index dives 291.51 points, settles at 77,940.58
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Carpet makers threaten to shut business
Term withdrawal of fixed tax regime unacceptable, unfair
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Govt seeks Rs34.6tr borrowing
Allocations for state organs surge by up to 63% despite dire fiscal conditions
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Euro 2024: Austria clinch top spot in Group D with thrilling 3-2 victory over Netherlands
The Dutch also advanced as one of the four best third-placed finishers despite giving away an early own goal
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Afghanistan into T20 WC semi-finals
They defeat Bangladesh in a rain-hit thriller
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Captain Babar Azam returns home
Several players return from the USA after Pak T20 WC exist
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Australia victory boosts India morale: Rohit Sharma
He highlights the team’s effective use of conditions
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Warner bows out with Australia T20 WC exit
He is the Aussies’ leading run-scorer in T20Is with 3,277 from 110 games
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Brazil frustrated by Costa Rica
Colombia beat Paraguay at Copa America
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PCB reviews domestic cricket models
A ‘master’ coach will also be appointed to improve coaching standards
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Belgium aim to emerge top of Group E
All teams in the group have the same number of points
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Djokovic doubtful to play Wimbledon
He picked up the injury to his right knee during the French Open
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Zaccagni saves Italy as Spain top group
The Azzurri will play Switzerland in the next round
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Farooq Sattar calls for tax reductions, debt deferrals to revive economy
MQM-P leader urges govt to provide a special package for middle class to drive development, growth in country
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WHO: Rafah crossing closure halts 2,000 medical evacuations from Gaza
The US, Egypt and Qatar held talks late last week aimed at re-opening the crossing for humanitarian aid flows
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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City kill at least 24
Two of the Israeli airstrikes hit two schools in Gaza City, killing at least 14 people, medics say
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Myanmar rebels seize airport from junta as cease-fire collapses
Buddhist ethnic armed group Arakan Army reportedly takes over Thandwe Airport in Rakhine State
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Motorola unveils Moto tag to rival Apple’s AirTags
The Moto Tag is a Bluetooth tracker designed to help users keep track of their valuables worldwide
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Sindh govt may file murder charges against KE over heat-related deaths in Karachi
Interior minister says if inquiry reveals that power outages are the main cause, K-Electric will be held responsible
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5 dramatic ‘Bigg Boss’ contestants
Just what happened to those colourful characters who kept us glued to the screen?
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Eddie Murphy revives ’80s ‘Beverly Hills Cop’
The new Netflix film sees the return of Murphy’s police officer Axel Foley
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Mental strength is key: Saleem Sheikh
Actor credits his strong faith in helping him overcome illness
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FIFA goes ‘Aa’
Tournament’s IG page features Arif Lohar’s song
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Nonagenarian June Squibb wows with own stunts in ‘Thelma’
Squibb channelled her inner Tom Cruise in the action spoof
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In the grip of nepotism
Arsalan Naseer reveals how an actor’s son stole his project
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Zeenat Aman, Nazia Hassan’s solid bond
Bollywood legend hailed Hassan as revolutionary
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US surgeon general declares gun violence a public health crisis
Surgeon General Murthy recommends an array of preventive measures akin to anti-smoking campaigns
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Sudan spirals deeper into chaos: UN
UN reports 800,000 lives at risk in Sudan as bombing and shelling continue, displacing 143,000 from Al Fasher
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Google ends continuous scrolling on search results
The endless scrolling results was introduced for mobile search results in October 2021
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US seeking diplomatic deal to prevent Israel-Hezbollah conflict: defense secretary
Israel’s national security adviser says will spend coming weeks trying to resolve conflict with Lebanon-based group
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Rahul Gandhi appointed leader of opposition in Indian parliament
Congress leader defied expectations to help party nearly double its parliamentary numbers in recent elections
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Gates Foundation teams up with govt for climate resilience
Bill assures technical, non-technical support to launch initiatives focusing on climate change mitigation
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New Covid variant hits 39 states across US
Infections are rising in at least 39 states, driven partly by new variants
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Iran's Khamenei urges high turnout in upcoming presidential election
'We have from the very beginning sought to interact with the entire world, with one or two exceptions,' says Khamenei
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ICC, BCB officials meet Naqvi in Lahore over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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Punjab extends Basant celebrations in Lahore until 5am
CM Maryam praises Lahore for discipline, says Safe Basant concept to be adopted in other cities
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TTAP strike paralyses Balochistan over alleged Feb 8 poll rigging
Markets shut and transport suspended as protests disrupt daily life
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Pakistan to attend first Gaza Board of Peace summit chaired by Trump
Meeting on Feb 19 to focus on ceasefire, aid access and Gaza reconstruction
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PTI strike sees mixed response across K-P amid Feb 8 protest call
Wheel-jam shuts some roads in Peshawar, but businesses stay open in many districts
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Naval chief visits Malaysia to boost maritime cooperation
Admiral Ashraf holds talks on security challenges, aligning strategic perspectives, enhancing operational cooperation
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Final day of Basant in Lahore promises good kite-flying conditions
PMD forecasts wind speeds to increase to 12 km/h between 12:00pm and 5:00pm
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PTI, opp bloc stand firm as govt moves to deter strike
Opposition to mark Feb 8 as day of protest as well as mourning
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US, UK envoys join Basant celebrations in Lahore
Members of US and UK missions participated in kite flying and expressed enjoyment of celebrations
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Two cops accused of rape, blackmail in Lodhran
Both constables have been suspended from service
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PMD predicts drizzle, stronger winds in Karachi today
Balochistan braces for rain, gusty winds and hill snowfall from February 8 to 10
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De-watering under way from sewage-filled ponds
Heavy machinery, specialised de-watering sets have been deployed
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FIA busts gold, currency smuggling ring
Ringleader arrested; three customs inspectors named as facilitators
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Ajoka Theatre to stage 'Dara' at Faiz Festival
Theatre also recently staged special performances of its cultural play Lo Phir Basant Aai
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Pak exhibitors shine at Sichuan festival
Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship
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PSX ends flat on Friday's heavy sell-off
KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points
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Seed approval process streamlined to cut delays
Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan eye trade boost
Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation
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China's bank buys gold for 15th month
PBOC halted an 18-month-long gold buying streak in May 2024, but resumed purchases six months later
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Export relief may prove temporary fix
Business leaders call for structural reforms in energy and taxation, clarity from IMF
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Water supply suspension halts SITE industries
Industry body cautions prolonged disruption will cause factory closures, mass unemployment
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Senate pledges support for investment
Acting chairman cites youth workforce, SMEs and Gwadar as pillars of economic growth
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IT talent export to KSA hits new high
Vision 2030 drives demand for AI, highlighting scope for high-skilled jobs
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South Korea’s Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn in Bitcoin, triggers selloff
Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb
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Gold, silver prices rebound after one-day pause
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan
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Inflation reverses course ahead of Ramazan
SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump
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SBP rules out bold rate cuts
Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue
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Pakistan meets 3 out of 5 IMF goals
Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed
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US earmarks $1.3b for Reko Diq mining project
Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion
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Meloni condemns 'enemies of Italy' after clashes in Olympics host city
Italian PM hits out as 100 break from march; rail network also sabotaged in separate attacks
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Iran says right to enrich uranium is key to success of US nuclear talks
Araqchi said Iran’s insistence on enrichment is tied to sovereignty as talks with the US seek to rebuild trust
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Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles
Zelenskiy said he had also imposed sanctions against the Russian financial sector
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Suspect in attack on Russian intelligence officer Vladimir Alexeyev detained in Dubai
Russian FM Sergei Lavrov accuses Ukraine of orchestrating assassination attempt to sabotage peace talks
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Bangladesh election tests India’s influence as China steps in
Analysts say Dhaka’s growing engagement with China could reshape South Asia’s balance of power after the Hasina era
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India, Malaysia exchange 11 cooperation pacts during Modi visit
Agreements cover semiconductors, peacekeeping as countries aim for trade surpassing last year's $18.6bn
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Indian refiners avoid Russian oil in push for US trade deal
US, India moved closer to a trade pact on Friday, announcing a framework for a deal they hope to conclude by March
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The Epstein saga is far from over
Disgraced financier's network serves as a reminder that wealth & status continue to distort justice & shield powerful
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Denmark says Greenland dispute eased, not resolved
Minister says there 'are no threats on the table, there is no trade war with Europe'
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Sports leaders reach consensus on new gender policy: IOC
It will be the first uniform IOC policy, replacing varying federation rules across major sports events
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Russia to interrogate two suspects over attempted killing of general: report
The suspects will be charged after interrogation
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Minibus crash kills 15 in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province
Police spokesperson blames accident on 'severe road damage'
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US plans initial payment towards billions owed to UN, envoy Waltz says
UN officials say the US owes $827m from last year and another $767m towards the 2026 budget
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ICC, BCB officials meet Naqvi in Lahore over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory
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Markram says South Africa Test success bodes well for T20 World Cup
The Proteas will face Canada in the campaign opener
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Vonn's Olympic dream cut short
Johnson claims downhill gold
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Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE
He took the coaching role in February 2024
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Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear
Manchester United pile pressure on Spurs’ Frank
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From threats to please
Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India
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Barca beat Mallorca to extend Liga lead
Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory
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Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase
They chased 183 with five wickets to spare
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'Miracolo': Football-mad Italy make cricket World Cup debut
They are set to debut against Scotland at famous Eden Gardens
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Pakistan rewrites the cricket script
Pakistan’s refusal to play India at the T20 World Cup challenges a decade-old norm, exposing power, precedent and cost
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Suryakumar's 84 leads India to opening win over USA in T20 World Cup
Chasing 162, the US slumped to 13-3 as late call-up Siraj struck twice early
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PCB 'categorically rejects' Indian journalist's claim of approaching ICC on T20 World Cup row
'A little patience and time will clearly show who actually went knocking and who didn’t,' spokesperson says
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ICC in talks to revive Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash
ICC seeking resolution through dialogue and not confrontation, says source close to developments
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Shepherd takes hat-trick as West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup
He grabbed a sensational four wickets in five balls in the 17th over






































































































