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Food exports
Global food prices actually fell 10% in 2023, according to UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation
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Ensure credible polls
It is good omen that arrangements for February 8 ballot are in full swing
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The case for data sovereignty
Data sovereignty emerges as critical consideration with far-reaching implications
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When foreign policy becomes domestic policy
Nation states around world broadly use 3 justifications to pursue foreign policy
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Women entrepreneurs
Past few decades have witnessed remarkable surge in presence and influence of women entrepreneurs
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Final candidates for NA reserved seats notified
Of total 31 in list, none of them belong to PTI
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Sindhi nationalists seek to cut through PPP's fog
Leaders trying to exploit bad governance in province
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PTI candidates face loyalty oath dilemma
Election aspirants caught in the crossfire between powerful stakeholders and party supporters
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World Court to rule on Gaza emergency measures in Israel genocide case on Friday
ICJ issues statement saying 17-judge panel will hand down its ruling in court on Jan 26
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China, Uzbekistan elevate ties to all-weather comprehensive strategic partnership
Chinese, Uzbek presidents discuss cooperation, sign documents on Belt and Road cooperation
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China, Nauru resume diplomatic relations
Nauru acknowledges one China, severs links with Taiwan, emphasising shared goals
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UN working group highlights China's great strides in protecting human rights
President GAF highlights double standards in West's human rights approach, emphasising rights as a unifying force
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Iran, Pakistan envoys set to resume duties
Upcoming visit of Iranian foreign minister is significant as it will set direction for the future
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At least nine dead at UN complex as Israeli forces advance through Khan Younis
Israeli forces advance, cutting off hospitals; ceasefire prospects distant
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Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 65 of its own POWs by shooting down plane
Russia blames Ukraine of downing military plane in alleged terrorism; Ukraine denies, calls for clarification
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PM urges youth to collectively fight enemies’ propaganda
Kakar asks youth to fact-check information from state institutions rather than falling prey to propaganda
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Saudi Arabia prepares to open first alcohol store for diplomats
KSA to open Riyadh alcohol store for non-Muslim diplomats, part of Vision 2030 reforms and tourism push
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Massive diesel theft operation exposed in Karachi
Customs Intelligence foils illegal activity causing daily losses amounting to millions of rupees
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Iran's Raisi meets Erdogan in Turkey for talks on Gaza conflict, energy
Iranian President Raisi visits Turkey, discussing Gaza conflict, energy cooperation with counterpart President Erdogan
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Nawaz rejects ‘imported’ leader moniker
PML-N chief says 'enemies of country' toppled his govt
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British envoy urges inclusive education for peace in Pakistan
Jane Marriott stresses that both girls and boys must have an equal right to education to fulfil their dreams
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India to strengthen ties with France with Macron as chief guest on national day
French President Macron attends India's Republic Day, no major outcomes expected, ceremonial focus
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IHC reserves ruling on Imran’s jail trial
PTI founder's counsel says not against jail trial, argues for parameters to be defined
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Bilawal blasts ‘blood sucking lion’
PPP chairman boosts of party’s 10-point manifesto
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Trump cruises to New Hampshire win, Haley vows to fight on to South Carolina
Trump became first Republican to sweep competitive votes in both Iowa and New Hampshire since 1976
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Turkey approves Sweden's NATO membership bid after 20-month delay
We support NATO enlargement to improve the alliance's deterrence efforts, says AK Party member
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Who invented butter chicken? Indian judge to rule on dispute over global favourite
Dispute has captured nation's attention with Indian TV broadcasters running segments on history of dish
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PTI leader Hammad Azhar dodges arrest attempt in Lahore
Two associates of Hammad held for aiding escape
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Bhutto scion aims to focus on Pakistan's youth, break with old politics
About two-thirds of Pakistan's population of 241 million is younger than 30
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Israel strikes key Gaza city as army reels from losses
Israeli forces issue fresh evacuation orders for a section of Khan Yunis housing half a million residents
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AJK traders back Feb 5 strike call
Awami Action Committee to again protest against bloated power bills
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Decision-makers must guarantee elections will ensure economic growth: Vawda
Those who talk of Constitution, law should first hold themselves accountable for delay in K-P, Punjab elections
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‘Political’ interference in NAB ‘will be ended’
Interim govt assures IMF there will be transparency in anti-graft bodies
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ECP reserves verdict in poll staff threat case
PTI candidate is accused of harassing the RO and DRO
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Shehbaz vows to fulfil past promises
Pledges to elevate Ahmedpur East status to district
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A political dynasty’s quiet exit
Once proclaiming itself as ‘real’ Bhutto and the true heir to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, PPP-SB absent in electoral race
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Bilawal vows to end political imprisonment
Appeals to masses not to vote for Nawaz’s fourth term
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JI’s power show at Bagh-e-Jinnah on 28th
Hafiz Naeem appealed the citizens to approach the JI to resolve their issue, particularly overbilling
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PPP fears ECP results system will favour PML-N
Khuhro points to the failure of similar system during 2018 general elections
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Four women die in trailer-rickshaw collision
The members of the bereaved families staged a sit-in protest
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SHC summons Murtaza Bhutto murder accused
Two-judge bench takes up appeal against acquittal in the case
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Population census of migratory birds begins
SWD using conventional, modern gadgets including spotting scopes to ensure accurate counting
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Target killings rock city, 7 shot dead in a month
Police caution against prematurely concluding existence of any active gang
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One killed, four arrested after alleged encounters
Police recovered a pistol, mobile phone, cash, and a car
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Aseefa highlights PPP’s people-friendly manifesto
Expresses hope that party will win in Punjab including Lahore
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Most parts of Karachi run dry
Officials in the billing department are accused of diverting water meant for citizens to commercial centres
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Villagers kill rare white leopard
Locals claim the leopard mauled a number of goats in the village
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11 killed in Punjab road crashes
Analysis shows those 524 drivers, 34 underage drivers, 130 pedestrians, 335 passengers were among victims
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Pneumonia claims 12 lives in Punjab
230 child patients confirmed in Lahore
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Solarisation of OLMT planned
Minister emphasises that not only Orange Train but also associated stations would transition to solar energy
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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







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