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With fresh uptick, currency has cumulatively risen 9.93%, or Rs27.76, in past five months

Decides to negotiate with hydel, gas-based IPPs to save costs for consumers

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan can cooperate in many areas including agriculture, industry, energy, and tourism

CCoP increases Privatisation Commission budget by Rs2.2b or 175%

Gallup survey shows 99% of people think present caretaker government is corrupt

Pakistan’s economy is in dire straits, with overburdened, bleeding population, it needs urgent surgical repair

Law of Return basically says that any Jew has right to relocate to Israel and acquire Israeli citizenship

Distinctive feature of Feb 8 2024 elections is sizable number of Independent candidates, contesting for PTI

Magnitude of tariff increases, with 35.13% rise for SNGPL consumers, 8.57% increase for SSGC consumers

Selection of PCB chief should be in free, fair elections organised by board, with no political interference

PPP chief says his party is manages economy better than others

The helicopter carrying the two-time president of Chile crashed in the waters of Lake Ranco, cause not determined

Rights groups claim that election authorities have ignored the plight of voters with mobility issues and the elderly

JCB bulldozer-led demolitions have left at least 617 individuals homeless or deprived of their means of livelihood

Residents of Chitral feel that they never get to see any of the money the government earns from allowing Markhor hunts

Unknown assailants fled the scene following retaliatory firing by Hamdullah's guards

Cop's young son was carrying grenade in his hand when it went off accidentally

Normal operations would resume on Friday, says FO spokesperson

IPSOS says 77% in rural, 74% in urban areas ready to accept results, signaling optimism for democracy's continuity

At least 174 people were rescued and rushed to hospitals; compensation for the families of the deceased announced

Riyadh urges UNSC members to recognise Palestinian state on 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as capital

Resistance group's counterproposal envisages three phases of truce, each lasting 45 days

EMS project director says move taken a day before polls in view of security threats

Bombs target election offices of JUI-F leader in Killa Saifullah; independent candidate Asfandyar Kakar in Pishin

FO response comes as OHCHR raises concern about ‘PTI leaders’ harassment’

Azerbaijan is at a critical crossroads characterised by internal dynamics, strategic concerns

Since its ascent in 2013, PTI has carved a significant niche for itself in Pakistan's political landscape

CDWP discusses vital projects related to energy, transport, communication, and water resource sectors

More than 800 national and provincial assembly seats will be up for grabs in general elections

With Pakistan's 12th elections looming on Feb 8, all eyes turn to political hotbed in the northern expanse of Punjab

PTI supporters remain steadfast, pledge to defy all odds stacked against party in Feb 8 polls

Sindh Apex Committee examines implementation of National Action Plan

Kamal stresses that historical divide between Pakhtuns, Muhajirs in Karachi is now thing of past

Total of 5,336 polling stations have been set up across the seven districts of Karachi

Voices serious concern over deploying favourites as presiding officers

SHC irked over election commission’s failure to implement code of conduct

Clear instructions given to ensure transparent elections no one will be allowed to take law into hands on February 8

Trend in Pakistan’s electoral history is emergence of new political parties before each election

ECP finalises arrangements; 860 polling booths set up for 448 males, 412 for women

Operation teams will be present at stations on February 7, 8, and 9 to iron out any possible technical glitches

With tough contests expected, political parties & independents rally for voter support

Total of 2,671 polling stations have been set up, including 989 for males, 964 for females

Provincial election commissioner said the security, communication and transport plans had been chalked out

Proposal for easy instalments draws concerns over import bill, commercial directives

Pingdingshan deputy mayor says 2021 MoU solidified relations

Sri Lanka’s official reserves stood at $4.4 billion at end of 2023, an increase of 22% according to central bank

Minister says 100 state-of-the-art workstations have been tailored for freelancers

KSE-100 index rises 796.10 points, settles at 63,799.02

Will monitor upcoming elections; pending economic reforms, IMF loan are key determinants

Raises limit on withdrawal from escrow account

CM Maryam praises Lahore for discipline, says Safe Basant concept to be adopted in other cities

Aminul Islam to attend urgent ICC meeting on high-stakes match

Markets shut and transport suspended as protests disrupt daily life

Meeting on Feb 19 to focus on ceasefire, aid access and Gaza reconstruction

Wheel-jam shuts some roads in Peshawar, but businesses stay open in many districts

Admiral Ashraf holds talks on security challenges, aligning strategic perspectives, enhancing operational cooperation

PMD forecasts wind speeds to increase to 12 km/h between 12:00pm and 5:00pm

Opposition to mark Feb 8 as day of protest as well as mourning

Members of US and UK missions participated in kite flying and expressed enjoyment of celebrations

Both constables have been suspended from service

Balochistan braces for rain, gusty winds and hill snowfall from February 8 to 10

Heavy machinery, specialised de-watering sets have been deployed

Ringleader arrested; three customs inspectors named as facilitators

Theatre also recently staged special performances of its cultural play Lo Phir Basant Aai

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Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship

KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points

Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances

Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation

PBOC halted an 18-month-long gold buying streak in May 2024, but resumed purchases six months later

Business leaders call for structural reforms in energy and taxation, clarity from IMF

Industry body cautions prolonged disruption will cause factory closures, mass unemployment

Acting chairman cites youth workforce, SMEs and Gwadar as pillars of economic growth

Vision 2030 drives demand for AI, highlighting scope for high-skilled jobs

Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb

Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan

SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump

Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue

Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed

Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion

Italian PM hits out as 100 break from march; rail network also sabotaged in separate attacks

Araqchi said Iran’s insistence on enrichment is tied to sovereignty as talks with the US seek to rebuild trust

Zelenskiy said he had also imposed sanctions against the Russian financial sector

Russian FM Sergei Lavrov accuses Ukraine of orchestrating assassination attempt to sabotage peace talks

Analysts say Dhaka’s growing engagement with China could reshape South Asia’s balance of power after the Hasina era

Agreements cover semiconductors, peacekeeping as countries aim for trade surpassing last year's $18.6bn

US, India moved closer to a trade pact on Friday, announcing a framework for a deal they hope to conclude by March

Disgraced financier's network serves as a reminder that wealth & status continue to distort justice & shield powerful

Minister says there 'are no threats on the table, there is no trade war with Europe'

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It will be the first uniform IOC policy, replacing varying federation rules across major sports events

The suspects will be charged after interrogation

Police spokesperson blames accident on 'severe road damage'

UN officials say the US owes $827m from last year and another $767m towards the 2026 budget

Aminul Islam to attend urgent ICC meeting on high-stakes match

Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India

Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory

They chased 183 with five wickets to spare

They are set to debut against Scotland at famous Eden Gardens

Pakistan’s refusal to play India at the T20 World Cup challenges a decade-old norm, exposing power, precedent and cost

Chasing 162, the US slumped to 13-3 as late call-up Siraj struck twice early

'A little patience and time will clearly show who actually went knocking and who didn’t,' spokesperson says

ICC seeking resolution through dialogue and not confrontation, says source close to developments

He grabbed a sensational four wickets in five balls in the 17th over

She clocked a third-best time of 1min 38.28sec

The Men in Green defeated Netherlands by three wickets

His short-term deal will run through June 2026

Florida is no longer a safe destination for tourists, says the group

They will face unpredictable arch-rivals Marseille in an anticipated clash