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Private financing up by 7.4%
Growth in bank advances, drop in deposits helped them avoid additional taxes
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Malaysia says it may stop palm oil exports to EU
Activists blame palm oil industry for rampant clearing of Southeast Asian rainforests
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Gwadar port starts receiving bulk cargo
90,000MT urea has arrived while 450,000MT of wheat is expected next month
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Textile sector urged to adopt environmental standards
Global experts lay stress on eco-friendly production, safe working conditions
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Thin demand pulls textile exports
Shipments of textile goods to overseas markets fall 17% to $1.35b in December
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Reconciliation plea of accused in Jokhio case accepted
Judge allows plea of Jam Owais, Meraj Jokhio and Ahmed Khan
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Do Darya drowning, autopsy reveals woman murdered, dumped in sea
Police book her employer for deleting CCTV footage
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Millers ready to supply flour at Rs95/kg
PFMAS chief says implementation of price policy underway in light of agreement with govt
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SHC disposes of three cases against Gill
Court told case of same nature registered against PTI leader in Lahore
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Pulses crisis brews in city
Traders stage protest outside SBP, calling for opening of letters of credit
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Man throws children into sea, attempts suicide
Man rescued but children not found
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JI asks army take notice of MQM’s threats
Says newly-united MQM backed by PPP conspiring to sabotage LG polls
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Late night cabinet huddle stokes polls postponement rumours
Urgently called meeting was adjourned till 11am on Friday without any decision
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Unified MQM factions mull LG polls strategy
Meeting held to discuss plans following Supreme Court decision
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Govt told to provide space to crushing plants
SC orders provincial govt to ensure land allotment within one month
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Housing colony announced for Gwadar fishermen
Bizenjo approves plan to provide 200 acres, Rs 300m for project
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Mohmand Jirga seeks action against terrorism
Says law and order is responsibility of state
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Village councils to get 200 bags of flour per day
K-P lawmakers push for end to irregularities in flour supply
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FO probes Indian woman's 'sexual' favour claims
The woman alleged that employee of HC in New Delhi ‘touched her inappropriately, asked questions about her sexuality’
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Sana distorting facts after PML-N’s humiliating defeat in Punjab: Elahi
Those who wanted to seize the throne of Punjab had to flee overnight, says the chief minister
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Naeem urges ECP, Sindh govt to take note of MQM-P’s ‘threat’ against LG polls
MQM factions in collusion with PPP are plotting to deprive people of their rights, says JI leader
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Elahi acts to dissolve Punjab Assembly
CM gives requisite advice to governor; paves way for fresh elections
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China border situation is ‘unpredictable’: Indian army chief
There has been a slight increase in the number of Chinese troops on the border, says Gen Manoj Pande
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Russia assures Afghan Taliban of continued cooperation
Russia does not want to criticise Afghanistan and interfere in its internal affairs like West, says Putin’s aide
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MQM-P reunifies breakaway factions ahead of LG polls
Siddiqui warns MQM-P will not let elections take place on Jan 15 if issue of delimitations not fixed
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Karachi police withdraw three FIRs registered against Shahbaz Gill
Police inform court that report regarding classification of cases as C-class will be submitted to magistrates
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UAE’s $3b lifeline averts imminent default
Pakistan and SFD ink $1b financing pact for oil supplies
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Punjab governor withdraws order to de-notify CM
Rehman confirms to LHC that Elahi won vote of confidence
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Sherry slams Imran’s remarks against Bilawal
Minister criticises PTI chief's views on Afghanistan, terrorism, claims he pushed country into 'diplomatic quagmire'
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Shehbaz, Bilawal ‘begging’ for country, says Shujaat
PML-Q chief defends govt, urges critics to join in efforts to offer solutions to people's problems
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Russia kicks off 2023 forex intervention
Russian nominal GDP is likely to be $2.14 trillion this year, the highest since 2013
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Govt raises only Rs315b from T-bills
Lenders anticipate a further increase in central bank’s interest rate
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KE consumers to see reduction of Rs7.43
Will provide relief of Rs10.67b to KE’s consumers in Karachi on account of FCA
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Govt revives take-or-pay conditions
Govt also decided to increase price of fertiliser by 9%, or Rs190 per bag, to cut subsidies
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Farmers’ body demands agri-emergency
Complains about lack of govt support, rising fertiliser cost
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Riyadh to use local uranium for nuclear fuel
Recent exploration shows diverse portfolio of uranium in the Gulf Arab state
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Terms and conditions of Geneva pledges questioned
Businessmen fear funding can put Pakistan under more debt burden
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Cabinet opposes e-bike subsidy
For industries ministry, subsidy is only viable option to jump-start e-bike production
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After much ado, Elahi proves majority
Ruling coalition shows it is backed by 186 lawmakers
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Heavy snowfall reported in northern Balochistan
Roads not blocked, PDMA technical teams on the ground to assist tourists and passengers
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Peshawar safe city project revived
CCTV cameras will be installed across the city
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Govt strips colleges of autonomy
Public sector institutions raised fees after getting new status in 2010
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JIT members dispute claim about Wazirabad attack
Members complain Lahore CCOP not considering their ‘divergent’
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SC takes notice of delay in AGP appointment
Summons record regarding resignation of outgoing as well as appointment of new AGP on January 17
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LHC asks CM not to violate undertaking about dissolution
Barrister Zafar says CM Elahi punished for fight between speaker and governor
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SCBA requests CJP to fix appeal on lifetime disqualification
Application says question of law relates to interpretation of Article 62(1)(f) of Constitution
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Pulse crisis looms as imports stuck at port
Ghee and oil ships are also stranded at ports
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Pakistan suffered cascade of disasters in 2022
EU climate monitor says last 8 years warmest on record globally
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PTI lawmakers receiving ‘threatening calls’: Fawad
Says five MPAs from Muzaffargarh offered bribe of Rs1.2b to switch loyalties
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OGRA recommends 74% increase in sui gas prices
SNGPL allowed to increase rate by 74.42%, SSGC by 67.75%
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No progress as govt-opp talks remain frozen
TTAP says no contact with govt yet; ministers insist onus lies with opposition
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PML-N wary of PTI's 'conflicting signals'
Says PM's offer stands, but PTI must clarify its position
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Contempt petition filed against Maryam, Azma
Petition challenges remarks on LHC order suspending property law
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Imran, Bushra to appeal gifts case verdict on 30th
PTI to file pleas in IHC challenging trial court's order
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PPP draws large crowd at Larkana rally
CM Murad hails rally in Garhi Khuda Bakhsh as a show of public trust and party unity
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Gwadar coast shimmers green
Experts say green waters along coasts of Balochistan and Karachi pose no toxic threat
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Flour prices soar as Hyd millers reject govt wheat
Allegations of bribery, inclusion of traders in subsidised wheat policy spark protest threats
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China issues rules for human-like AI
Aims to tighten oversight of services designed to simulate human personalities; targets risks
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Seed law overhaul sets up new national regulator
NSDRA replaces FSC&RD to tighten certification, oversight and varietal approval
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Target faces activist investor pressure
Struggling retailer bears intensifying pressure amid decline in sales
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Blackout exposes robotaxi emergency gaps
Incident renews calls for tighter regulation and disaster-readiness standards
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PIA deal, rate cut push PSX to peak
IMF-linked reforms lift market sentiment; KSE-100 index rises 0.6% WoW
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ECC advocates public-private partnerships
Asks education ministry to team up with private sector for continuity of uplift projects
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Sugar recovery improves as temperatures fall
Recovery nears 10% in key regions, easing prices as crushing season gathers pace
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Fintech access outpaces usage
ADB cites cost, trust and infrastructure gaps limiting everyday adoption
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Exports plummet 36% amid high costs, complex taxation system
High energy costs, falling farm yields squeeze exporters as industry warns rupee stability cannot be sustained
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ECC refuses discounted gas for glass industry
Commerce ministry calls glass manufacturer's claim of tariff relief untenable
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Governance reforms the only way to stop harming economy
IMF-based review calls for reforms in fiscal oversight, taxation to restore confidence
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Structural issues delay cashless future despite Raast growth
Rs11.5tr outside banks; only 15% of bank accounts digitally active
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Govt registers 144 olive startups
'Ten years ago, when the government started this programme, we had only one entrepreneur. Today, we have 144'
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Liquid foreign reserves rise slightly to $21b
SBP injects Rs2.06tr, gold crosses Rs473,000/tola and silver surges past Rs7,900/tola on global rally
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Pro-Khalistan Sikhs, Indian Hindu protesters clash outside Bangladesh embassy in London
UK police quickly separated two groups, restored order and dispersed protesters from area outside embassy
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Over 200 killed in ethnic attacks by Sudan’s RSF in Darfur, doctors group says
Killings occurred amid North Darfur fighting as Joint Force said it repelled RSF attacks in the region
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At least 15 dead, 19 injured in Guatemala bus accident
Crash occurred between km 172 and 174 in Solola, an area known for dense fog and poor visibility
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Saudi-led coalition warns it will counter STC military moves in Yemen
UAE-backed STC ousted Saudi-backed government from Aden HQ, claiming broad control across south
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PTI deletes Bradford protest video after Pakistan raises incitement concerns with Britain
Foreign Office issues demarche as party calls remarks on army chief ‘metaphorical’ and removes post
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China launches island-wide customs operations in Hainan free trade zone
Zero-tariff policies expanded to 74% of products as Beijing pushes economic openness amid rising global protectionism
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Thailand and Cambodia sign ceasefire deal, ending violent border clashes
ASEAN will monitor the ceasefire, ensuring both sides adhere to the agreement, protect civilians
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Israel becomes first country to recognise Somaliland as independent state
Netanyahu invokes Abraham Accords as Somalia condemns 'unlawful' move, African Union and Egypt reject recognition
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Israeli reservist under house arrest after running over Palestinian man in West Bank
Drives vehicle into a Palestinian man praying on the roadside, weapon confiscated as penalty for violating authority
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US air traffic snarled
New York braces for deep snow
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China imposes sanctions against US firms, executives over Taiwan arms sales
The Trump administration approved a record $11 billion-plus arms sale to Taiwan earlier this month
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Greek coastguard rescues nearly 400 migrants off Crete
About 365 migrants were rescued 35 nautical miles off Gavdos after a joint coastguard operation
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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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