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Winning hand of king's party
No ruling party in four elections secured over 33% of votes, creating manoeuvering space for establishment
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Polio detected in 30 samples since Dec
One third of samples tested positive for crippling disease collected from Karachi
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Jilani attends EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum
Calls for enhanced cooperation between Europe, its partners to confront global challenges
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Convictions’ timing raises eyebrows
Legal experts smell fishy in judgments coming in quick succession ahead of polls
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Govt initiates FBR restructuring
Akhtar to head implementation committee, 72 hours deadline for legal package
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FM agrees to collaborate with business community
Sheikh says it was longstanding demand for complete digitalisation, transparency of FBR operations
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Special passes for Afg-Pak cargo transport
Smoothing of Pak-Afghan trade which recently halted for ten days over conditions of visas by truck drivers
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PSX faces volatility amid political uncertainty
KSE-100 index lost 810 points, or 1.3% WoW, settles at 63,002.92
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Indonesia c bank: No room to cut rates
BI raised key policy rate by 250 basis points from Aug 2022 to Oct 2023
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Govt to reconsider privatisation of LNG plants
Ministerial group cites challenges, risks in circular debt-plagued power sect
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Ethiopian delegation calls on FM
Express interest in learning from Pakistan’s economic experiences
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Cotton production up 75%
Favourable weather, govt support drive growth, but rising costs pose challenges
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Auto industry anticipates sales boost post elections
Stable prices, reduced interest rates forecasted to drive demand
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Industrial subsidies burden may be cut by 91%
Plan will increase burden on consumers using over 400 units by 41% or Rs22 billion
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HFH complex reopens next week
Interim Punjab CM inaugurates project before completion
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Rawalpindi’s traffic relief initiative unveiled
Rs8.2b signal-free corridor project to stretch from Pirwadhai Mor to Katchery Chowk
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Human trafficker gets 147-year jail term
The convict used to collect Rs1 million to Rs2.5 million from innocent citizens
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Pindi courts see rise in matrimonial disputes
Police register cases of 41 women, who either left their homes or were abducted for rape
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President rejects appeal of workplace harasser
Dr Alvi stresses serious consequences of harassment on women
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PAC hosts vibrant Kashmir solidarity event
Showcases Kashmir history & culture; lively performances echo sentiments of support
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Man kills niece in courtroom
The police said they had started an investigation into the incident
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Constable booked over alleged rape of youth
Suspect ‘assaulted’ victim at gunpoint, threatened to kill him
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Delivery boy’s suspected killers held
Accused allegedly shot and killed the delivery boy after having a argument on the payment for the pizza
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Traders introduced to ‘Track and Trace’ system
Chief commissioner urged traders to create awareness about the system
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Traffic penalties prove ineffective
City records over 0.5m violations in a month
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Five terror suspects netted in Punjab
The arrested suspects belong to the banned organization Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)
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Main parties ‘neglect women’
Only two adhere to Election Commission’s gender quota
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Education board discrepancies
Findings uncovered by inquiry committee paint disturbing picture of systemic flaws within institution
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Indebted nation
Pakistan’s national debt has shot up to almost 75% of GDP in the latest finance ministry report on the subject
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Another day, another conviction
Iddat case reflects political vendetta at work and has left a bad taste for societal ethics
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Boredom and the quest for novelty
When one feels disconnected from one’s routine activities, boredom signals need for change
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Civilian supremacy’s last chance for a generation
Khan and his supporters have shown extraordinary courage in the face of brutal state repression
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Has the bell for democracy already tolled in Pakistan?
Civilian governments in Pakistan have not been rising on shoulders of public power but borrowed power from military
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Uzbekistan policies show the way to developing world
Uzbek leader’s campaign worked given Chinese enterprises with investment participation were second largest in country
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SC urged to probe allegations of manipulation in Panamagate
Islamabad Bar Association recommends inquiry be conducted by SC itself under its ample powers
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PM seeks UAE investment in aviation, tourism
Kakar says two countries enjoy brotherly ties
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Ensure Imran’s presence on next hearing: ATCs
Anti-terrorism courts directed prosecution to ensure presence of Imran via video link in FIRs regarding May 9 riots
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K-P gearing up for an interesting election
PTI seems to be the party to beat in the province, however its legal troubles will aid the likes of JUI-F
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700 power feeders trip as heavy rains cause urban flooding in Karachi
Intense rain results in flooding on various roads, causing motorcycles and cars to come to a standstill
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ECP declares Qureshi ineligible to contest polls for five years
Decision comes days after ex-FM was awarded 10 years imprisonment in the high-profile cypher case
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High Commission participates in New Delhi charity bazaar
The event showcased Pakistani cuisines and traditional clothing, promoting cultural diplomacy
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Fear and triumph as Indian holy city mosque dispute heats up
Tensions rise in Varanasi as Hindus seek control of Gyanvapi mosque; local court orders mosque basement open to Hindus
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Iddat case verdict termed ‘assault on women's autonomy’
WAF says ruling sets a dangerous precedent for state intrusion into the private lives of citizens
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Bilawal accuses Nawaz of political machination in Sindh
Claims PML-N Quaid trying to make inroads into Sindh via 'puppet govt'
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India to replace troops in Maldives with civilians by May
The first set of Indian troops will leave by March 10 and the rest by May 10
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Will not rest until Pakistan becomes stable: Nawaz
Former PM zeroes in on country’s youth, claims young people rallying behind PML-N
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Experts don't foresee 'independent' candidate becoming PM post-election
Say the political chessboard has not been rearranged to let PTI come to power again
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The colour of the wind: Kaleem Khan’s wonderful world
To view the masterly work of Kaleem Khan is to lose oneself in the immensity of nature
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Will die instead of striking deal: Imran
PTI announces it will challenge Iddat case verdict in high court
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FIA initiates inquiry against Aleema Khan for 'anti-state' speech
Aleema warned of legal action over no-show
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K-P hospitals overwhelmed amid seasonal influenza surge
Health department sends suspected H3N2 'super flu' samples to Islamabad as pediatric wards face severe overcrowding
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PTI seeks extension in nomination papers deadline for Islamabad LG polls
Request follows Islamabad declaring a public holiday on Dec 26 ahead of UAE President’s visit
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Fauji Fertilizer board approves joining Arif Habib-led consortium
Decision to become part of new PIA managemnt was made at a meeting held on Wednesday
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Achakzai, Senator Nasir Abbas given mandate for talks, protest: K-P CM
PTI leader Asad Qaiser calls for observing 'Black Day' on February 8
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34 arrested, including 15 foreigners, in Karachi cyber fraud crackdown
More than 10,000 foreign SIM cards, six illegal gateway exchange setups recovered from suspects
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Pakistan, ADB sign $730m deals for power transmission, SOE reforms
Agreements cover a $330m Second Power Transmission project and $400m Accelerating SOE Transformation programme
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Security forces kill 10 terrorists, including kharji ringleader, in K-P, Balochistan operations: ISPR
According to ISPR, eight terrorists were killed in Kalat, while two were neutralised in Dera Ismail Khan IBO
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SIMs must be registered in user's own name, PTA cautions
The authority warned that using SIMs registered to others violates regulations and could result in action
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Ex-PM Imran Khan aide Shahzad Akbar injured in UK attack
The assailant repeatedly punched Akbar in the face, leaving him with broken nose and fractured jaw
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Nine children injured after drone hits madrassa in KP’s Tank district
Police probe source as protest paused after talks with district officials
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Christmas celebrated across Pakistan amid tight security
Churches hold prayers as leaders send messages and cities mark the occasion
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Pakistan observes 149th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam
Gun salutes, prayers held nationwide as leaders reaffirm commitment to faith, unity and discipline
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Xmas: PM and President extend greetings to Christian community
Shehbaz says Christmas conveys a universal message of love, peace, tolerance, and goodwill for all humanity
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'Judges are bound to protect Constitution'
Ex-CJP Saqib Nisar says freedom of expression is essential for the rule of law to prevail
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Army pledges zero tolerance for terrorism, political interference
CDF chairs 273rd Corps Commanders' Conference, describes national unity, security as sacrosanct, lauds special up
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Early gains evaporate as PSX succumbs to late selling
KSE-100 index drops 243 points, with no fresh catalysts to support momentum
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Pakistan to establish Wheat Stock Management Company to settle PASSCO’s Rs527 billion liabilities
Provinces urged to settle Passco dues by December 2025 or face direct deductions at source
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Pakistan focuses on export investments, mobilises $11 billion in MoUs with China
Since last year, B2B conferences, roadshows in China have led to 300 MoUs, 25 JVs
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Pakistan seeks Brazil aid for livestock exports
Food minister proposes joint working group on meat, dairy and SPS systems
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Pakistan, Korea look to boost chemical trade
PCDMA, Korean officials discuss boosting commerce, investments
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Investors tread cautiously in rollover week
KSE-100 index slips 130 points as bourse awaits results of PIA bidding
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Pakistan Railways eyes Rs100 billion target as revenue surge continues in FY26
Rs50b expected in H1 as accidents decrease, stations upgraded & land recovered
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ECC approves spectrum auction plan
Finance minister links deal to faster, cheaper digital growth
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BOI minister lays stress on export-driven economic strategy
Says Pakistan can adopt Lithuania's successful growth model
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Yields rise, stocks increase on US GDP data
S&P 500 up slightly; yen gains, traders on alert to intervention risk; European shares hit record high
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Gold up Rs8,500, silver extends record rally
Boom pushes yellow metal to new peak at Rs470,862/tola; globally white metal breaches $70 an ounce
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PSX lacks direction as investors weigh rollover week
KSE-100 index slips 130 points amid subdued trading ahead of 75% PIA stake bidding
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SBP urged to rethink banking for high-tech growth
Economist calls for cash flow lending, equity finance as economies shift to intangible capital
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ECC proposes uniform tariff to wipe out debt
Emphasises need for developing road map, bringing efficiency to power sector
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Indonesia signs FTA with Russian-led Eurasian Union
Union will grant Indonesia preferential rates for 90.5% of its total tariff lines
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In pictures: Christmas celebrated around the world
From solemn worship to festive street scenes, communities mark the holiday in diverse cultural styles
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Zelensky says new 20-point plan could freeze front line, create demilitarised zones
Zelensky concedes some points in plan he dislikes as Kyiv moves away from US-backed peace proposal with Russia
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Woman in UK-Pakistan crime ring jailed after £8.5m heroin haul found at home
Bradford woman Sidra Nousheen is sentenced to 21 years for conspiring to import heroin from Pakistan
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Pakistan shifts from stabilisation to export-led growth, says finance minister
Aurangzeb says reforms, easing inflation and stronger balances are restoring investor confidence
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Trump lavishes praise on CDF Munir
Trump highlights role in averting war between Pakistan, India, announces new US Navy warship class in his name
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Sequestered Suu Kyi overshadows Myanmar election
Suu Kyi's reputation abroad is heavily tarnished over her government's handling of the Rohingya crisis
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Yemen's parties to exchange prisoners
Yemen's Houthi rebels agreed to prisoner swap involving nearly 3,000
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Bangladesh-India ties hit new low
Dhaka lodges fresh protest with Delhi
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Ukraine retreats in east
There has been no sign of an imminent breakthrough in the diplomatic push
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Venezuela passes law to jail backers of US oil blockade
More than 100 people have been killed
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Libyan army chief of staff dies in plane crash after departure from Ankara
Crash came a day after Turkey extended its parliamentary mandate for troops in Libya by two years.
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New Epstein files reference Trump, including flights on late friend’s private jet
Trump flew on Epstein's private jet more times than reported, new DOJ documents reveal
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Bangladesh summons Indian envoy as protest erupts in New Delhi
Garment worker lynched Dec 18 over blasphemy; seven arrested amid rising anti-India sentiment
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Greta Thunberg arrested at pro-Palestinian protest in London
Thunberg was arrested under the Terrorism Act for holding a sign backing Palestine Action
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal











































































































