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Textbook printing capacity slashed
37.2 million books will be published whereas demand stands at 76 million
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Eight killed in road crashes
Majority of incidents, 71 percent, involved motorbikes
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Missing madrassa student rescued
Boy was seen going towards Ghanta Ghar on his own
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Man ‘hacks’ wife, step-daughter to death
Victims succumbed to axe attack on the spot
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LPG transporters banned from roads
Move intended to ensure safety of passengers and other road users
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Inflation spikes to 43.79% YoY
Squeezes consumer purchasing power as energy, food prices soar
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FM highlights customs’ role in economic growth
Stresses significant impact of smuggling, money laundering, and tax evasion on country’s economy
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PRL launches $1.7b refinery upgrade project
Will boost production of profitable, environmentally friendly fuels
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Expo to unveil energy industry opportunities
Expo aims to bridge gap between students, companies in oil, gas, mineral sectors, fostering awareness
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PTA report stresses urgent reforms
Shows revenue for foreign investors down from $4.84b in 2018 to $3.03b in 2023
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Five-year plan unveiling delayed
Lack of preparation, mandate concerns stall key initiatives
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Crumbled education system
Recent announcement of Karachi's intermediate exam results shocks education system, highlighting concerns
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Indian state terrorism
Indian intelligence’s recent record of murders abroad has been both brazen and incompetent
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Israel guilty of genocide
ICJ with an overwhelming voice, 15-2, found State of Israel implicit in inciting violence, genocide
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Disease X or Zombie Apocalypse: what will end the world?
There is possibility that we may have to deal with multiple pathogen pandemics simultaneously
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Words versus deeds
Politicians approach people during elections, promising improved opportunities once in power
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What next — a directional query
With elections rapidly approaching all political elements double down on their narratives
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Ram Mandir — a metaphor for intolerance
In 1855, communal riots led to British govt erecting steel fence to protect mosque from fanatical Hindus
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PM hints at ‘regulating’ social media in future to curb its ‘misuse’
Kakar says a ‘national firewall’ would be created to subdue negative tendencies of social media
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Pakistan to take up terror web issue with US, Canada
Official says Islamabad would also take into confidence members of UNSC about India’s ‘sinister’ campaign
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Nawaz vows to revive the ‘golden era’
Ex-PM promises to end inflation, says ‘tabdeeli’ brought Pakistan to a dire situation
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Bilawal challenges Nawaz to an open debate
PPP chairman says match has not been fixed yet
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World Court orders Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza
International Court of Justice fails to order ceasefire, says it would not throw out the case, as Israel requested
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PTI’s websites ‘blocked’ in Pakistan
Party questions reason behind move
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Turkey moving swiftly toward final step on Sweden's NATO bid
After 20 months of delay, Turkey moved rapidly this week to ratify Swedish bid
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Trump opens up lead over Biden in rematch many Americans don't want
Poll shows Trump leading Biden 40% to 34% with rest unsure
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ATC acquits four suspects of banned outfit
Prosecution, CTD failed to prove charges against the accused
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City’s development projects opened for Japan investors
Pakistan and Japan enjoy strong ties and cooperation in various fields, says Wahab
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JI to hold sit-in at BIEK against flawed results
Naeemur asks all affected students and their parents to join protest along with their marks sheets
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SC poll relief for Elahi, other PTI candidates
PTI leader to contest polls from PP-32 in Gujarat only; withdraws papers from other constituencies
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Accuser turns out to be accused
Female SIDA officer under fire for embezzling Rs41m funds
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Imran knows power lies with establishment, not politicians: experts
Democracy is guided by the establishment, says Naveed Hussain
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STDC to showcase Sindh’s splendours in Thailand
Makes debut at Tourism Exhibition scheduled from February 25 to 28
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SHC seeks details of detention camps in country
Justice Phulpoto, passed order while hearing petitions related to recovery of missing persons
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Abducted minor girl rescued, teen kidnapper held
Police stopped kidnapper during snap checking, interrogation revealed that boy had abducted girl
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Woman, toddler among three die in road mishaps
Woman lost her life when speeding car hit her while she was crossing road near Jamali Bridge, Superhighway
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Massive security arrangements for polls
45,000 policemen including officers, private security guards will be deployed
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449,287 applications received for postal ballot
Most applications have been received from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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Israel braces for World Court ruling, focuses attack on south Gaza
Israeli tanks shell areas around two hospitals in Khan Younis, World Court to issue ruling at 1200 GMT
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ECP declines Fehmida Mirza’s request
ECP said that electoral symbol could not be allotted to two candidates of one political party at same time
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SC hears Elahi’s nomination plea today
A three-member bench also scheduled to take up PTI’s Sanam Javed’s appeal
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Bat-less PTI locked out of parliamentary politics
Independent candidates unable to rejoin PTI as it falls short of definition of ‘political party’
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Plan for PIA sell-off submitted
Meeting discussed business plan, covering PIA's investment roadmap and immediate funding requirements
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Can TLP emerge as a dark horse?
Religious party is the third largest in terms of candidates fielded across country
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PHC dismisses PTI plea for polls under judicial supervision
Apex court suspended LHC decision on ROs’ appointments from civil bureaucracy
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Political feud heats up as PML-N retaliates to Bilawal’s tirade
PPP chief appeals for cross-party vote on Feb 8; promises a democratic, pro-people govt
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PTI is reaping what it sowed: Vawda
Former minister says Dar left dollar at Rs345, which came down to Rs275 due to COAS’ governance
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Court defers Imran indictment in £190m case
IHC gives PTI leader’s lawyer until next week to remove objections to bail applications
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PM rules out ban on social media, internet during polls
Kakar, Saudi group discuss 1,500MW projects
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Youth voter turnout challenges in spotlight
Despite constituting 43.85% of total registered voters, individuals aged 18 to 35 consistently lag behind
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Seven FIA officials penalised on charges of corruption, misuse of authority
Two ASIs dismissed, promotions of five others blocked for two to three years
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K-P launches comprehensive disaster management plan to tackle climate risks
New roadmap focuses on preparedness, coordination, and risk reduction to minimize disaster losses
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UN expert flags ‘serious risk’ to Bushra Bibi’s well-being
UN Special Rapporteur says conditions fall far below minimum international standards
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Tax offices to remain open on Saturday to facilitate taxpayers
FBR cancels weekend holiday, extends office hours to ensure year-end tax collection
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Cyber Patrol Unit launched in Punjab to combat misinformation
The unit will work in coordination with relevant wings to ensure timely response to online concerns raised by public
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Abbottabad police make major breakthrough in Dr Wardah Mushtaq's murder case
Police recover victim's belongings and arms from Shamraiz's residence, the prime accused, killed in encounter
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Holiday declared in Islamabad on Dec 26 for UAE president's visit
Federal government offices, including Secretariat and district institutions will remain open
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Military top brass says no political, malicious interests threatening security will be tolerated
CDF Munir expresses full confidence in Pakistan Army's capability to counter all conventional, hybrid threats
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UAE president to undertake his first official visit to Pakistan on December 26
During the visit, the UAE president will hold talks with the prime minister on bilateral and regional issues
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PIA to be run by Arif Habib-led consortium by April 2026
Buyer wins 75% stake, must retain all employees for 12 months
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Punjab Wildlife Rangers rescue over 35,000 animals, collect Rs766m in fines
Crackdown on illegal hunting sees thousands of cases registered across the province
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Father arrested after shooting daughter, her friend dead in Gujar Khan
Police say suspect surrendered after suspected honour killing in Rawalpindi district
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LHC stays proceedings on Punjab property law, refers petitions to larger bench
Court questions unchecked executive powers, notes rules not yet formulated
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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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Govt finally cuts loose 'white elephant' PIA
The Arif Habib–led consortium submitted the highest bid of Rs135 billion for the 75% shares
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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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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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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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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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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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Israeli defence minister vows military to remain in Gaza
Under a US-backed peace plan, Israel is to fully withdraw from Gaza and not restore settlements ever
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WFP presses alarm button on Afghanistan's hunger crisis
New report indicates malnutrition among children at record high levels
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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








































































































