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PEOC explores industry resilience
Experts say Pakistan failed to capitalise on low sunflower oil, rapeseed oil prices due to high import duties
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Stocks edge up as momentum slows down
KSE-100 index adds 123 points, or 0.2% WoW, settles at 64,638
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Extreme cold drives US energy prices to highs
Record demand, freezing wells pose challenges to energy supply
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Delegation visits China for green energy cooperation
Examines 20MW rooftop PV power generation project
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Large industrial zone announced for Karachi
Govt will set up industrial estate of international standards on 10,000 acres
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Lucky terminates Lotte acquisition deal
Company finds it difficult to meet conditions in stipulated time frame
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Govt borrows Rs6tr from banks
Short-term borrowing made to repay financing acquired in past
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UoH students win big at science fair
Science Fun Gamma is famous platform for students to showcase their scientific knowledge, creativity
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RDA seeks halt to illegal projects’ marketing
Urges anti-graft body, crime watchdog, others to act against housing societies
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‘Safe City’ inches towards completion
90 per cent of brickwork, 85 per cent plastering of basement, ground, first floor had been completed
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‘Mutual accords crucial for climate talks’
Experts say commitment to transition away from fossil fuels is welcome decision
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Virtual registration launched for swift vehicle processing
Mass production of computerised number plates set to begin
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Retired bureaucrats seize state property
Punjab is home to almost 10,000 bureaucrats, 5000 are allotted state residences, 15 per cent refuse to vacate
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‘Suicide’ turns out to be honour killing
Man allegedly guns down sister after suspecting her of infidelity
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Voting right of flood victims
Report identifies lack of CNICs , damaged pathways to potential polling stations as barriers for participation
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Dangerous escalation
Houthis attack on Israeli vessels was meant to invoke global attention for rallying with Palestinians
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Intellectual dishonesty
Intellectual integrity is integral to socio-economic, political, scientific, psychological development of humankind
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I don’t want to believe, I want to know
Are there life forms on other planets and if there are, what’s their religion?
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Bangladesh’s drift towards despotism
Hasina Wajid won her fourth consecutive , fifth overall term in office spending more than 19 years in power
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The teachers we need for the society we want
Recent floods in Sindh, other parts of Pakistan serve as reminder that we often lack genuine concern for common good
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Five soldiers martyred, seven terrorists killed
Security forces conduct separate operations in Balochistan, K-P
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PTI’s 'Plan B' unravels as PTI-N dispute over electoral symbol emerges
PTI-N chief Akhtar Iqbal Dar objects to PTI candidates presenting PTI Nazriati tickets to returning officers
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Pak-Afghan trade at Torkham border stops over visa dispute
Torkham closed in a dispute over document rules, disrupting trade once again
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Ukraine attacked overnight by 40 Russian missiles, drones, air force says
Ukraine suffers a large Russian missile attack; air defenses down only a small proportion
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Israel presses on with Gaza offensive approaching 100 days of war
Continued Israeli bombardment with airstrikes in Rafah; ceasefire calls, international outcry over civilian casualties
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Scientists assert 'alien mummies' in Peru are really dolls made from Earthly bones
Two figurines turned up in Lima airport offices of courier DHL in cardboard box
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Elahi out of election fray as appeal dismissed
LHC permits PTI leader’s wife to contest elections
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Lakki Marwat martyrs laid to rest
Pakistan armed forces are determined to eliminate scrouge of terrorism from motherland at any cost, says ISPR
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Taiwan gives ruling party third presidential term
DPP candidate Lai Ching-te wins presidency giving the ruling party an unprecedented third term
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US official assures Afghans who assisted coalition of 'unwavering commitment'
Deputy Secy Verma visits Pakistan, highlights mutual interests in facilitating resettlement of eligible Afghans
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SC deals final blow to PTI’s ‘bat’ hopes
In shocking verdict, top court upholds ECP decision on party’s ‘iconic’ symbol
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US carries out new strike in Yemen after Biden vows to keep pressure on
Latest strike targets radar station, Houthis vow retaliation
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Both PTI, SC face 'real test' today
Fate of party's internal elections hangs in balance
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Heavyweights to square off in polls
Nawaz Sharif and Yasmin Rashid prepare for showdown in NA-130; Tareen and PTI’s Malik Amir to lock horns in NA-149
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Parties delisted due to internal polls neglect
ECP 'disappointed over lack of seriousness of political parties regarding intra-party elections
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Supporting PML-N 'challenging': Bilawal
Ex-FM visits Minhaj-ul-Quran; PAT declares support for Bilawal in NA-127
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PML-N to give Talal Senate ticket
Sanaullah tells him he has not been ignored
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PMD issues water advisory
MD says, rainfed areas will remain under water stress conditions
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PM for boosting trade with Italy
Ambassador Andreas pays farewell call on Kakar
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LDA, town admin at odds over tax collection
The Maripur Town’s officials contend that they have exclusive jurisdiction to collect right of way charges
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Marigold Festival brings winter hues to city
Mayor says festival at iconic Frere Hall to improve image of the city
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BISE Mirpurkhas goes digital to facilitate students
Newly-launched website to save time, minimise personal contact for remote area students
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Sehwan toxic liquor death toll rises to six
Incident’s FIR has not been lodged so far
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SHC disposes of petition after missing lawyer returns home
Situation can get worse if this enmity persists, says Bar president
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Key political figures exit city’s electoral arena
Bilawal, Shehbaz decide against contesting from metropolitan city
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Sindh govt extends IBA executive director’s term by four years
Interim setup accepts advocate general’s view, rejecting ECP recommendation
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Child patient dies in ambulance-truck collision on highway
Accident claims one life, left six injured
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Cold snap triggers spike in sale of warm clothing
People hunt for slightly used items of famous international brands at used clothing markets
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K-P sees politically unstable year
On January 18 last year, ex-CM of PTI sent advice for dissolution of provincial assembly to governor
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PTI notifies candidates for K-P NA seats
Party chief Advocate Gohar to run for NA-10 Buner
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Police oppose FIR against Bollywood’s Dhurandhar over PPP rally depiction
Applicant failed to verify allegations, registration of case not warranted, police tell court
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Imran Khan's sisters stage sit-in outside Adiala Jail after being denied meeting again
Police sealed Adiala Road with iron barricades at the Factory checkpoint, prompting Aleema to announce a sit-in
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Surgeons restore eyesight of 101-year-old man in rare cataract surgery success in Rawalpindi
Hospital officials described the case as one of the oldest successful cataract interventions recorded in the region
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Balochistan establishes first AI cell to improve security management, data analysis
AI cell's primary objectives include identifying crime trends, predicting potential risks in high-threat areas
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Several TLP leaders part ways, withdraw from politics citing party's divisive decisions
Express concerns over Shura decisions aiding India’s propaganda, pledge to serve Pakistan constructively
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Divorce cases soar as digital age hits family bonds in Rawalpindi
Over 10,000 divorce cases among 15,198 new family cases have been filed in 44 family courts since January 1
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Temporary smog relief masks underlying problems
130,000 people were affected by air pollution in November alone
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Arif Habib consortium wins PIA privatisation bid with Rs135b offer
The live auction in Islamabad saw Lucky Cement Consortium emerge as the second-highest bidder with an offer of Rs134b
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Hostile elements exploiting internal fault lines through proxies: CDF Munir
Field marshal says future leaders must remain alert to recognise and counter such multi-layered cognitive challenges
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Sindh govt moves to lower e-challan fines for bikers in Karachi
Provincial govt has also agreed to lower fines for vehicles with engine capacities of up to 1,000cc
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5G spectrum auction to be 'Pakistan's largest'
FinMin, IT minister announce ECC approval of 600 MHz spectrum sale
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Excavations at Taxila’s Bhir Mound reveal traces of ancient city before 6th century BC
Traces found of narrow streets, residential structures, water wells, areas for storing grain, daily use artefacts
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Maryam warns LHC order suspending property law will help land mafia
Punjab CM says ordinance protects citizens, criticises court move as harmful to widows and poor
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LHC upholds dismissal of Jhang official for harassing female teacher
Court says workplace harassment is not limited to office premises and can extend beyond buildings
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Shehbaz open to talks with PTI but rejects ‘illegal demands or blackmail’
PM says dialogue possible on legitimate issues as PTI founder’s sister rules out talks
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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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Live auction for PIA’s 75% shares underway
Arif Habib Group currently stands as highest bidder with LCI close behind
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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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Industry flags risks to 2026 growth
Warns ease of doing business, cost reduction remain unaddressed despite pledges
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Gold, silver at new highs on global rally
Yellow metal hits record Rs462,362/tola; international rate tops $4,400
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Solar financing gaps in market prevent access to $2.8billion
Rigid rules, risk perceptions lock households, SMEs out of distributed financing
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Textile exports to China show sustained strength
Shipments reach $488.5m during Jan-Nov, supported by expansion of value-added categories
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Leveraging US tariffs can lift Pakistan's exports
Country can raise exports to $10b by tapping opportunities in American pharma sector
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Range-bound session keeps bourse in red
Index loses 200 points, weighed down by mixed performance, lack of triggers
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China hits EU dairy with tariffs
Duties, ranging from 21.9% to 42.7%, seen as retaliation for EU's EV tariffs
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PSX ends subdued as KSE-100 slips 200 points amid cautious trade
Cautious stance of investors kept the benchmark confined, reflecting wait-and-see approach ahead of clearer triggers
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Gold prices hit record highs in global, local markets
Price of 10 grams gold rise by Rs5,315 to settle at Rs396,400
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Building material prices hit record high
Federal, provincial taxes, increases in gas, electricity, transport costs, contribute to this
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ASEAN ministers meet to restore Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire after 60 killed, half a million displaced
First direct talks since fighting resumed on Dec 8, Malaysia urges bloc to play more forceful role in halting conflict
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Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show
Meta internally estimated 10% of its 2024 revenue could come from scam-linked advertising, documents show
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Bondi attack suspects held ‘tactical’ training before shooting
Court documents allege father-son duo rehearsed in NSW countryside; Albanese vows tougher hate, gun laws
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Ukraine settlement talks enter third day in Miami
Russia launched atleast 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 9 missiles of various types
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Kidnapped Nigerian schoolkids freed
Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity
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Somalia tightens security before historic elections
Somalia will deploy more than 10,000 security personnel in the capital
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Trump's ally urges action on Hamas, Hezbollah
Israel made dismantling the arsenals of both groups, allies of its arch-foe Iran
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Israel’s security cabinet approves 19 new settlements in West Bank
The move raises approved settlements over three years to 69, says Finance Minister Smotrich’s office
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Sudan drone attack on Darfur market kills 10: Rescuers
Since April 2023, Sudan's army and RSF conflict killed tens of thousands, displacing nearly 12M people
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Pakistan to witness year's longest night, shortest day on December 22
Earth's 23.4° axial tilt causes the changing lengths of daylight throughout the year
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Dozens mourn six killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza shelter
Gaza hospital reports victims of shelling: infant, 14-year-old girl, two men, two women
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Trump readies aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026
ICE and Border Patrol get $170B through 2029, a major boost over current $19B annual budgets
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Nine killed in mass shooting at tavern near Johannesburg
This was the second major mass shooting reported in South Africa this month
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US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials confirm
It’s the second time in recent weeks that the United States has gone after a tanker near Venezuela
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Thousands mourn slain Bangladesh student leader
Tens of thousands joined funeral procession to pay respects to Sharif Osman Hadi
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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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