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A tale of rosy projections and grim outcomes
Outgoing year paints bleak picture of development landscape
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Call for home remedies to avert flu
Health expert recommends daily intake of vitamin C to avoid cold
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‘Winter breaks offer learning adventures’
Educationists emphasise importance of purposeful activities to keep children stimulated during winter breaks
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Stray dogs rule the roost in Pindi
Fatal canine attacks prompt growing calls for action
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Murree prepares for snowy tourist season
City plans for enhanced security, smooth traffic flow
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IESCO starts process for infrastructure uplift
Development comes after RCB approves payment of Rs750m against demand note
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Prices of essential items go up again
Open market witnesses Rs30 to Rs35 hike in rates of pulses
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Candidates brace for legal battles
Chart out plans to submit appeals against rejection of nomination papers
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The abysmal state of Pindi’s education system
Dearth of teachers, dilapidated buildings and poor results characterised the previous year
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Tensions working their way into the American ties with India
United States is building its relations with India to counter growing power of China
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Mother State
Pakistan seems to be unable to provide basic health, education to all her children of republic
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Climate-resilient housing
UN lauches 'GHAR', or Green Housing Affordable Resilient Initiative, in collaboration with provincial governments
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Need to fix responsibility
Later, it emerged that less than 10% of a total of 860 pilots in country had problems with their credentials
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Controversial scrutiny
Let people of Pakistan decide over eligibility, or otherwise, of candidates through a free, fair ballot
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Plunging into the abyss of financial catastrophe
NEPRA has been dropping bombshells, approving raise demanded in electricity prices
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2024: major challenges
Year 2023 was tumultuous for Pakistan; country remained in grips with multiple challenges
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Absent paramedic staff suspended
Health minister suspends five staff members, emphasises legal action against those not fulfilling their duties
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PTI stalwarts in Swabi undeterred
Qaisar submits nomination papers for two national assembly constituencies
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Health or wealth? : Unaffordable healthcare to crush patients next year
Discontinuation of the Sehat Card will overburden the finances of low-income families
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K-P to outsource eight remote hospitals
Govt announced Rs75m funds for 19 such hospitals
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PML-N put country on right track: Tarar
PML-N hails Nawaz's crisis leadership, questions Bilawal's candidacy in Lahore, criticizes PTI's governance in K-P
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PPP indispensable to form government: Gilani
Asserts ECP shoulders responsibility for ensuring free and fair poll
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35 generals, 3 parties maintained status quo: Siraj
JI chief says only people can hold ruling elite accountable
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Alvi hopes for prosperity, stability in 2024
President felicitates Nation, Ummah on New Year
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Attacks injure three in DI Khan, Kurram
In parallel occurrence, two individuals sustain injuries in roadside IED attack on official vehicle in DI Khan
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PIA privatisation not the only option
Solution to challenges lies in emulating PSEs featuring in Fortune 500
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Expensive and unreliable electricity: a solution
There is need to re-integrate bifurcated companies to yield economies of scale and scope
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Post-election scenarios: is fiscal stimulus still an option?
With heavy dependence on IMF it is obvious that fiscal stimulus schemes won’t get through
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What does 2024 hold for economy?
All eyes are on the SIFC-monitored and guided new government
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31 public entities caused Rs730b loss in FY22
Report reveals NHA tops list of these state-owned firms
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Unaffordable health care to crush patients next year
Discontinuation of the Sehat Card Plus program will overburden the finances of many low-income families across K-P
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World rings in 2024 after war, bots and Barbie
Global farewell to tumultuous 2023 marked by wars, climate crises, elections, and hopes for a better future
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Houthi militants attack container ship, Maersk halts Red Sea sailing
Maersk to halt Red Sea sailings for 48 hours following Houthi attack on its container vessel
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Final bodies found after China's most serious earthquake in a decade
Renewed concern over outdated, poorly built homes in disaster-hit Qinghai, Gansu
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North Korea to launch new satellites, build drones as it warns war inevitable
Kim orders military to prepare to "pacify the entire territory of South Korea," with nuclear bombs if necessary
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Massive waves on California coast cause flooding, force evacuations
Treacherous surf, coastal flood threat was attributed to Pacific storm system
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Netanyahu says Israel must control Gaza's border with Egypt, war to last months
Resistance groups issue statements saying their fighters destroyed and damaged several Israeli tanks, troop carriers
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Disqualified as my victory was assured, claims Rashid
Former minister vows to move apex court against alleged infringement of rights
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Five terrorists killed in Balochistan’s Awaran district IBO: ISPR
Cache of arms, ammunition and explosives recovered
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Pesky neighbours, ever-reliable friends hallmarks of outgoing year’s foreign policy
Relationships with Afghanistan, India remain fractured, whereas allies rescued Pakistan from precipice of default
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PTM’s Pashteen sent to judicial custody
Court issues notices regarding Pashteen’s bail application, with arguments scheduled to be heard on January 2
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‘Rejection of Imran’s papers not without reason’
Imran's nomination papers were declined due to his conviction in Toshakhana case , Dilshad
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Imran’s bail pleas put off till 4th
Anti-graft body to present its arguments on bail applications
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PML-N stands united as never before: Nawaz
Former prime minister lauds brother Shehbaz for his unwavering commitment to the party and country
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Renowned Kashmiri leader Prof Shawl laid to rest
Kashmiris in shock over untimely death of liberation leader
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Breaking record highs : With 55% growth, PSX among best performing markets
Rally powered by return of foreign investors, successful IMF review and rupee stability
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Swiss watchdog seeks bonus clawback powers
FINMA pushes for enhanced oversight, accountability measures
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Govt expenditure stands at Rs4.8tr
Expenses fuelled by interest costs, other spending
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Cabinet members chastise drug regulator
Say policies of regulatory body are not public friendly
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CCP survey uncovers deceptive marketing
Directs shoe, clothing brands to make full disclosure of product discounts
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Rickshaws banned on 25 major roads in Karachi to alleviate traffic congestion
Besides Shahrah-e-Faisal, Shahrah-e-Quaideen and Korangi Road, areas surrounding commercial districts also included
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LHC upholds custody of 12-year-old girl with maternal grandmother, says child’s voice is decisive
Court held that the 'voice of the child' is central to custody determinations, cannot be treated as mere formality
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K-P schools, colleges to observe zone-based winter vacations
Areas in summer zone to observe holidays from Jan 1 to 15, while vacations in winter zones to be from Dec 23 to Feb 28
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44.6m children vaccinated nationwide as 2025's final anti-polio drive concludes
22.9m children received polio drops in Punjab, 10.6m in Sindh, 7.15m in K-P, and 2.58m in Balochistan
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Minority rights remain systemically fragile
HRCP records forced conversions, worship attacks and police failures in 2025
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LHC suspends Punjab property ordinance
CJ Neelum tells chief secretary if law remained in force, even Jati Umra could be repossessed
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Punjab local government polls to be held on party basis, LHC informed
Court expresses concerns over lack of response from ECP and seeks commission's stance
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PM Shehbaz announces Rs10m reward for each Pakistan U19 player
Premier hosts luncheon for victorious squad at Prime Minister's House, hails team for making the nation proud
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Pakistan U19 mentor Sarfaraz calls India's conduct 'unethical' in Asia Cup final
Sarfaraz Ahmed praises his own side for responding with professionalism and sportsmanship
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Nine bandits killed, 27 arrested in Ghotki operation
Sindh Rangers, police rescue eight more passengers after Dec 15 bus abduction
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Pakistan young-guns shine bright
The Men in Green beat India in the ACC U19 Asia Cup final
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Three brothers killed in Nushki shop dispute
Close relatives from same tribe had been locked in a tenancy row
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Multan's Nishtar doctor making obscene gestures on video loses job
Medic claims bad bedside behaviour was a 'natural reaction to verbal abuse'
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Cold wave intensifies as snow blankets KP, Gilgit-Baltistan
Another rain system expected to enter from Dec 27 to 31, potentially bringing rain to some districts of Punjab
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Zardari visits Iraqi shrines, calls for Muslim unity
Four-day visit combines religious observances with diplomatic outreach to boost bilateral trade, security cooperation
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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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Rising trade deficit exposes Pakistan’s structural weaknesses
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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China’s trade surplus hits $1.08 trillion as currency valuation debate resurfaces
China’s surplus rose 22.1% in Jan–Nov, prompting renewed questions as to whether renminbi is undervalued
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Boosting exports: 10 policy priorities
Export challenge is not rooted in lack of entrepreneurial capacity or market access, but in fragmented policies
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Pakistan's quiet regulatory revolution
For years, the economy has been constrained by an excess of rules, permits, approvals
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What does Europe's EV retreat mean for Pakistan?
Battery recycling represents area where country could develop genuine competitive advantage
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Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Musk first person worth $700b
Musk's 2018 pay package, once worth $56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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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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