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Drug shortage to haunt many next year
Experts believe difficulties in issuing LC led to a drug shortage in 2023, likely to reoccur in 2024
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Flights grounded across Punjab
Dense winter fog brings road travel to a standstill
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Suspected murderer of five relatives killed
Raid for arrest ends in shootout with police
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LHC grants ex-MPA protective bail
Court allows five days protective bail
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Ganga Ram’s rural tram lies in ruins
Tourism potential from abandoned transport system going to waste
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‘Extortion plaguing Karachi industries’
Businessmen express grave concerns, demand security for traders, industrialists
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Despite progress, challenges persist in agriculture sector
Kissan Board considers 2023 as worst year; others notice some growth
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Symposium bolsters Pak-China cooperation
More than 160 scholars, researchers, entrepreneurs from six countries participated in symposium
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Alarm over incorrect tax notices
PTBA says FBR system sending notices to deceased individuals, defunct companies
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IT minister unveils cybersecurity measures
Underscores importance of PECA Act, commitment to combating cyber threats
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Stocks recover as optimism returns
KSE-100 index soars 1,692.64 points, settles at 60,863.62
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World stocks sail to highest in over a year
Rally came on optimism that central banks will cut interest rates
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Economy is out of woods: monthly outlook
Projects inflation to remain in double digits, likely to settle at 'moderate level'
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Rupee reaches nearly 2-month high
Maintains uptrend for 11th day in a row, hits 282.20/$
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NEPRA considers hike of Rs4.66/unit
Attributes rise to FCA; will put additional burden of Rs33b on consumers
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Political gender disparity
ECP has reported a record number of 3,139 women filing nomination papers
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Debt crisis concerns
International agencies continue to worry about Pakistan’s economic prospects
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Enrichment trail
Iran has once again gone back to scale of enhanced uranium enrichment
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Art as a medium of peace
Peace has always been primordial facet of human society
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Is America a democracy?
Israeli war against children of Gaza, a lie has become first casualty
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War on terror — Pakistan’s forgotten story
Two attempts at dialogue with TTP under aegis of Haqqani Group in 2022 have failed
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Pakistan’s population harvest in 2023
Population agenda in Pakistan for year 2023 involved three main aspects
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ECP issues guidelines for poll observation, media coverage
In a directive to ROs, electoral watchdog lays out instructions for accreditation for observation, media coverage
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Arrests, abductions of PTI candidates amid poll preps
Law enforcement agencies arrest proposers, supporters of party's candidates
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HRCP concerned over ‘rights violations’, militancy in K-P
Recommends increased access to utilities, social services for residents of IDP camps
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PML-N seeks public input for election manifesto
Invites professionals, experts, citizens to contribute ideas for party’s 2024 election manifesto
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Govt taking steps to boost investment in IT sector: PM
Kakar directs relevant authorities to formulate policies aimed at enticing global IT professionals
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Israel pummels central Gaza, dozens more Palestinians killed
Israeli forces kill 195, wound 325 in Gaza in 24 hours, bringing total toll to 21,110 killed and 55,243 wounded
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Shipping firms take first steps towards Red Sea return
CMA CGM resumes Suez Canal voyages; Hapag-Lloyd mulls Red Sea return after US-led security initiatives
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Bilawal eyes premiership on mother’s anniversary
At Benazir’s martyrdom commemoration, PPP chief unveils10-point manifesto
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Russia, India closer to joint military equipment production – minister
The cooperation is seen as strategic and aligns with both countries' interests
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Faisal Saleh Hayat quits PPP, joins PML-N
Shehbaz welcomes former minister, says his inclusion will be beneficial for party
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Winter smog blankets South Asian capitals of Dhaka, New Delhi
Dhaka choked by hazardous smog, air quality index hits 325; similar conditions in New Delhi
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Procedures act ‘strengthened judiciary’, says SC
Detailed judgment stresses law does not infringe upon fundamental rights
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Objections raised over Imran's NA-122 Lahore nomination papers
PTI counsel seeks time till tomorrow to satisfy RO's queries
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Actor Lee of Oscar-winning 'Parasite' found dead amid drugs probe
Actor said was tricked into taking drugs by bar hostess trying to blackmail him: Yonhap news agency
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Ten dead in Australia thunderstorms, thousands without power
Authorities warn fast-rising rivers and streams could burst banks inundating campgrounds
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Over 40 hospitalised after gas leak at fertiliser unit in India's Tamil Nadu
Leak took place when manufacturing unit was preparing to receive an ammonia shipment through pipeline, says govt
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Baghdad condemns US strike on Iraqi military positions
One fighter from Kataib Hezbollah killed in strikes and 16 wounded, say two security sources on condition of anonymity
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Patients denied life-saving treatments
Lack of funds for Sehat Card Plus deprives critically ill, low-income patients of chance at recovery
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SC rules out immediate hearing of Toshakhana plea
Acting CJP says it’s not possible with only two judges
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Army conducts successful flight test of Fatah-II missile
Missile system's range is 400 kilometres, says ISPR
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Don’t treat Baloch protesters as ‘enemies’
IHC reprimands police for ‘harsh treatment’ of marchers
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ECP establishes monitoring, complaint centre to facilitate voters
People can register complaints via email, WhatsApp and special helpline number
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Qureshi released, re-arrested, manhandled
PTI vice chairman to be presented before judicial magistrate for remand today
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Objection raised against Bilawal's nomination papers for NA-127 Lahore
PPP chairman also submitted his nomination papers for NA-194 Larkana
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Israel army chief says war with Hamas will last 'many more months'
Armed groups across the region escalate attacks on US targets, Palestinian death almost at 21,000
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Façade of normalcy exacts ‘heavy price from’ IIOJK people
PDP president says Kashmiri youngsters are packed off to jails
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Parliamentary caucus on water resources approved
The 334th session of Senate was presided over by Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani
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Asif urges national dialogue
Asif says its time to sit together and take steps to heal wound
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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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Pakistan Railways records 95 accidents in under a year
Attacks, derailments, collisions marred railway operations as upgrades remained limited to improvements at stations
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Punjab grants arrest powers to forest department under new amendment
Changes aim to target illegal logging, forest fires, encroachments, timber smuggling
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Field Marshal Asim Munir receives Saudi Arabia's highest national honour
Pakistan's top military commander met Saudi Minister of Defence, discussed evolving geopolitical challenges
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Passport department launches 24/7 digital monitoring system
Framework is set to improve transparency, efficiency and response times nationwide
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Sunflower sowing urged for early oilseed harvest
Timely planting of hybrid seeds urged to boost yield, oil content
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Multan promised rainwater disposal
DC Siddique said upgradation of WASA disposal stations is being carried out at rapid pace to improve civic facilities
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Interfaith cycle ride highlights city heritage
Participants pass through historical sites of Walled City
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Collective fight against drugs urged
Experts say eradication of drug addiction essential for building safe, sustainable society
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Prime suspect in murder case arrested
Victim's relatives protested at Civil Hospital, blocked road outside police station for several hours
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PTI protests founder chairman's conviction
Party supporters rally in K-P, term verdicts political revenge
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JI warns of worst economic crisis
Waseem highlighted worsening security situation has robbed people of peace, disrupted businesses, fueled unemployment
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CM vows to boost tech, trade ties with Mauritius
Invites investment in Punjab tourism
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Additional cops to be deputed at churches
Security plan for Quaid-I-Azam Day events also finalised
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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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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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US strikes kill five IS members
Forces say they struck more than 70 IS targets in what Trump described as 'very serious retaliation' for Dec 13 attack
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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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