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Iranian wins top Quran recitation contest in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Mohammed Al-Sharif wins first prize in azan categry at the Otr Elkalam international competition
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Iranian delegation to visit Saudi Arabia for embassy reopening
Technical delegation will make arrangements for the reopening of Iran's embassy in Riyadh, reports ISNA
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'Democratic win' or 'fascism': PTI and PDM trade barbs over Imran's ouster
A year on, the historic no-trust vote remains shrouded with controversy
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PTI leader Gandapur sent on one-day physical remand
Former minister to be produced before the Islamabad ATC tomorrow
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Joint sitting to tackle poll controversy
Federal cabinet likely to place election summary before parliament today
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Shalimar Express to start chugging in May
Minister also directs up-gradation of Karakoram Express and Pak Business Express in line with the Green Line train
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Govt should ‘dissolve assembles’ for polls
Former NA speaker says PM Shehbaz fears losing the upcoming elections
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After wedge among judges, SCBA also split
10 of 17 members differ with association’s president, secy
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Changes in contempt law on the cards
Amid worsening govt-judiciary standoff PM to chair cabinet meeting today
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Rs5 billion allocated for health card in Balochistan
CM spokesperson says non-provision of medicine will not be tolerated
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K-P Bar Council asks CJ to step down
Says his decisions have stained judicial system of country
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49 BRT buses parked under open sky in Peshawar
Lack of protective sheds may lead to damage to the costly buses in bad weather conditions
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Increase local production of edible oil: experts
Country’s annual import of edible oil stands at a staggering $4 billion
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Baidu sues over fake Ernie bot apps
Said it lodged lawsuits against Apple, app developers
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Slow progress stokes worries
Oil refineries waiting for three years for approval of new policy
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Stocks flat as investors stay on sidelines
KSE-100 index edges up by 49 points, or 0.12%, at 40,050
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Anti-export policy cutting exports: LCCI
Says allegations of exporters hoarding money abroad are entirely false
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High rates to stem outflow
Investors have pulled out of saving schemes to deposit funds in banks
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Industrialists seek early release of goods containers
In a letter, FPCCI presses central bank to call emergency meeting to find solution
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RDA inflows surpass $6b in April
Investment had dropped to $110m in Jan, but rose to $125m in Feb, $155m in March
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Court rejects Asim Hussain’s acquittal plea
Ex-minister is accused of Rs17b corruption in awarding gas contracts
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Schoolgirl poisonings continue across Iran
More than 5,000 students have been affected by poisonings in more than 230 establishments, according to official count
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CTD arrests suspect near PM house
Sources say the suspect identified himself as a resident of Afghanistan
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Israel’s ‘crimes’ stoke violence, instability: OIC
Al-Quds (Jerusalem) is an integral part of the occupied Palestinian territory, says Islamic bloc chief
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Chinese planes cross Taiwan Strait median line
This is a serious warning to the Taiwan independence separatist forces, reads Chinese army’s statement
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Iran installs cameras in public places to identify, penalise unveiled women
Resistance against hijab law tarnishes the country’s spiritual image and spreads insecurity, says official statement
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India disallows special trains for Sikh pilgrims travelling to Pakistan
Pilgrims to cross Wagah border on foot and then travel on buses
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Govt increases profit rate on savings certificates
A 4.13% increased rate of return to make saving schemes lucrative and mobilise investment from the general public
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ECP issues code of conduct for media
No material against the integrity of the country and independence of the judiciary can be be published or released
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SFD inks $240m accord for Mohmand dam
Dam project aligns with sustainable development goals of ensuring food security, clean water, and clean energy
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Judiciary, executive trying to cool frayed tempers
Govt willing to hold talks with PTI but it doesn’t trust Imran
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Nearly 2,600 new companies registered
Total capitalisation of new firms stands at Rs1.8 billion
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Govt renews E&P licence to boost output
Also exempts Polish energy firm from relinquishing 10% licence area
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World food prices fall for 12th month in a row
Ample supplies, subdued demand contribute to drop
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Despite increase in tariff, circular debt skyrockets to Rs2.6tr
Average per month increase during Jul-Feb FY22-23 was Rs52.4 billion
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China’s Alibaba invites businesses to trial AI chatbot
Source confirmed that application was an LLM targeted at business users
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Turkey seeks grain deal extension
Russia threatened to bypass UN-brokered deal unless obstacles to agri-exports removed
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Survey shows -22% confidence score
90% of businesses surveyed believe country is headed in the wrong direction
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Inflation-weary residents stage protest
Protesters lashed out at federal and provincial govts for their failure to control prices of essential commodities
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Dealers selling ‘free flour’ netted
District administrators raided various distribution points where flour dealers were charging money for the flour
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Non-existence of council holds up Zakat distribution
K-P to contact poll supervisor for constitution of zakat council
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Grand dialogue on polls proposed
Senator says govt and opposition should sit together and make better decisions for the country
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Rumours about police safety gear quelled
K-P DIG asserts two cops in Kohat died when hit on exposed body parts
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Imran’s nephew handed over to Quetta police
Vandalism, rioting case against PTI activists shifted to CTD
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Youth back from India after 16-month incarceration
Mandi Bahauddin resident had crossed Narowal border
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ACE to amend investigation rules
Any accused or complainant to be able to move an application impacting the investigations at any stage of the process
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PTI leader’s bail extended
Court directs all accused to appear before JIT
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Billboards evoke road safety concerns
Excessive brightness, frequent image changes among other factors, distract drivers
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Dismembered body found stuffed in bag
Neighbours alerted police after foul smell emitted from victim’s home
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‘29% of population suffering from diabetes’
Punjab health minister says infrastructure must be improved to provide better health facilities to the public
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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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Arif Habib consortium wins PIA privatisation bid at Rs135b
The live auction in Islamabad saw Lucky Cement Consortium emerge as the second-highest bidder with an offer of Rs134b
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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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Islamabad court orders Airblue to pay Rs5.41b in damages over 2010 crash
District and sessions court rejects airline appeals, fines carrier for delaying compensation
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Gunmen kill five policemen in KP ambush
Attack in Karak district targets police vehicle in sensitive oil and gas region
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All set for auction of PIA's 75% shares today
Sealed bids to be opened publicly in the presence of media
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Pakistan, Libya clinch multi-billion dollar arms deal
The officials, all involved in defence matters, declined to be identified due to sensitivity surrounding the agreement
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Govt, allies push back at Opposition alliance charter
Coalition sets terms for talks, says dialogue possible only without preconditions
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SHC extends stay order in ex-judge degree case
New bench to take up case after winter break
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Lawyers question impact of new Constitutional Court
Flag backlog risks, trust deficit after FCC's creation
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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












































































































