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Secretary finance warns that delay beyond Thursday could cost Pakistan IMF’s $1.2b tranche

PTI announced making a government at the Centre and in Punjab with the support of the MWM and in K-P with the JI

Bilawal stirs political landscape before Zardari sort of vetoes it

Says wants to meet PTI founder for political, legal consultation

Petrol rate likely to witness marginal rise of 80 paisas per litre

Feb. 8 election results leave no major party able to form a government without smaller group support

Nawaz takes a strategic backseat, nominates Shehbaz for PM slot; PDM leaders renew coalition in a bid to form govt

Rights groups say that restrictions on the press are increasingly common in India and particularly oppressive in IIOJK

Arrests 16, including passport and NADRA officers

Hezbollah rejects formally negotiating a de-escalation until the war in Gaza ends

New prime minister expected to assume responsibilities in first week of March

Legislation allocates $61b for Ukraine, $14b for Israel and $4.83b to support Indo-Pacific partners, including Taiwan

Tensions rise near New Delhi as farmers protest demanding crop price fixes

Imran green-lights coalition talks with all parties except PML-N, PPP, MQM-P

Imran-backed independent candidates represents largest group, with 93 of the 264 parliamentary seats declared

If PTI needs JI to protect their independent candidates, we will welcome them: JI deputy amir

Former premier says his party will 'gladly' take up role of Opposition if Imran-backed candidates cannot show majority

Incarcerated PTI founder says any setup formed with stolen votes will sink economy

Former federal minister accused of allegedly accepting Rs5 million from citizen as bribe for employment

Lawyers lament both superior bars safeguarding the interests of powerful circles

PML-N burning the midnight oil to form govt at Centre without splitting the baby

Asks AGP to suggest names of legal experts to assist the court

Three salaries reward to officers would have cost Rs30m

Senator Murtaza emphasises need for debate in upper house to pre-empt potential, upcoming political, economic crisis

Balochistan hit hardest; Sindh witnesses demonstrations

Vawda claims bidding of independents currently under way

Nathan Porter terms interim government’s proposals doubtful, risky

Mental health authority in Sindh concluded five-year study of suicides Tharparkar had highest number of suicides

Irfan Lagahri and his colleagues face terrorism charges for attacking army soldiers in Dadu

Party asserts these elections represent epitome of electoral fraud in Pakistan’s history

Out of total votes cast, 145,151 were valid and 3,007 votes were rejected

Conference discusses emerging trends in basic sciences

Per Form 47 stats, MQM-P secured 27.9% votes, PTI-backed independents 24.37%, PPP 13.95% and JI 12.79%

JI’s chief announces his resignation to avoid scrutiny over the alleged manipulation of election results

With staff of civic bodies on election duties, heaps of garbage pile up; roads remain inundated, sewers clogged

Victim’s brothers accuse suspect of violating ban

Fazal emphasised the ANP’s will to go on representing the Pashtoon nation

Order Islamabad police to prepare SOPs within two days

Benchmark KSE-100 index dives 1,878.43 points, settles at 61,065.32

Halt in oil expansion plan to reach net zero emissions by 2060

Many issues addressed to allay concerns of investors

Cautions to expect the unexpected in wake of Covid-19 pandemic

Calls for reduced duty on crude palm oil, abolishing section 8B of Sales Tax Act

Debt and liabilities increase by another Rs17.4tr as of end-Dec

Rupee remains largely stable at Rs279.33 against US dollar in the inter-bank market

Lead to 40% decline in production, ineffective T&T system results in losses of over Rs310b

Firm has expanded its free online AI training courses to 18 languages

Surge by 26% to reach $2.39b in January 2024, signalling confidence in economy

Party leaders brief President Alvi on alleged irregularities during polls

Petitioners request court to fix responsibility for attacks on Christian community

Notification says new transit routes announced under order; Gwadar, Karachi and Taftan designated for cargo movement

Says Iran can reach out to US if it wants to negotiate an end to war between the two countries

Says Pakistan and China should deepen collaboration in construction machinery, digital manufacturing, energy sectors

Home minister says 'Wall of Peace and Sufism' is a practical step to promote harmony, guide future generations

Zahid was a student at a local madrasa and was the eldest among three brothers and two sisters

Restriction on outdoor drone flying remained enforced across the province for another 30 days, says notification

Says Pakistan considers water security 'red line' and will not allow violations of the Indus Waters Treaty

American-born educator spent decades in Lahore guiding thousands of Pakistani students in their academic journeys

Last week, Sindh government announced the termination of construction contract for the project

Says Pakistan's diplomatic efforts being acknowledged globally for regional peace

Trump, first lady rushed out as the gunman opened fire at White House dinner

Stresses Iran remains committed to strengthening ties with neighbouring countries in phone call with PM Shehbaz

Police says diversions on Srinagar highway, Express highway may continue at different times, affecting traffic flow

Asks to review its regulations, seeking the removal of fees exemption from licensing requirements

Project to include modern studios, sound stages, post-production laboratories, comprehensive shooting facilities

Two high-level committees formed to probe over invoicing involving importers, govt officials

KSE-100 index sheds 3,267 points as ME tensions, energy woes mountQ

Price of 24-karat gold per tola increases by Rs2,300 in Pakistan

BoI minister woos overseas Pakistanis, highlights investor-friendly policies, global outreach

Production reaches 290,000 tonnes despite 20% reduction in cultivation area

Experts push for meaningful allocation in budget as global demand surges

Initiative will significantly enhance Pakistan's representation, proactive participation in regional, global economies

Scores 97/100 for cost competitiveness but only 30/100 for infrastructure, creating 67-point gap

Marking Intellectual Property Day, DG affirms support for innovation in sports and beyond

Plan under study to connect Gwadar with ports of Iran and Oman to make it re-export hub

Keeps price Rs100 lower; without change, diesel would have been Rs480/litre

Tomatoes cheaper by 27.65%, potatoes up 3.13% as 19 essential items become costlier

State Bank repays $1b to Abu Dhabi Fund; rupee inches up

SMEDA, PIFD sign MoU for product development, incubation centres, market access

SBP faces dilemma as supply-side pressures clash with need to protect 3.89% GDP growth

Final results set to be announced later Sunday, commission chief says

More than 9,600 Palestinians are currently held in Israeli prisons, including 90 women and 350 children

More than 2,500 people have been killed in Israeli ⁠strikes since the most recent war between Hezbollah and Israel

Terms security of Gulf fundamental to the security, stability of the region and the world

Charles and Camilla privately contacted Trump and Melania to express sympathy, palace source says

Pope warns on nuclear power, urging its use for peace and human welfare, not harm or conflict

War since Feb 28 saw Iran control Hormuz; US blockade from April 13 hit global energy flows

Two killed in Gaza drone strike near Kuwait Roundabout; 14-year-old among victims, taken to Al-Shifa

The FARC guerrilla group was blamed for the deadly attacks in Cauca province

Engine issue on Delhi-Zurich Airbus A330 forces emergency evacuation of 228 passengers, 13 crew members

Iran ties recent tensions to a broader conflict narrative, framing restraint as calculated deterrence

Man fires shotgun at Secret Service agent at checkpoint in Washington Hilton hotel before being tackled and arrested

US police detain suspect armed with shotgun, handgun and knives; charges due in federal court on Monday

Incident raises questions about gaps in security, protection afforded to America's political leaders

Secret Service rushes Trump to safety as gunman opens fire outside ballroom packed with 2,600 journalists

Warner and Hendricks forge unbeaten 141-run stand

The final will be played at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on May 3

They moved eight points clear of the relegation zone

They thrashed Cremonese 4-0 to keep title race alive

He will run the London Marathon to raise funds for a children's cancer charity

He edged Johann Zarco by 0.140s

He says a win would be perfect for Ronaldo

He sustained the injury during first round of Barcelona Open

James powers his side to an overtime win and a commanding 3-0 series lead

Peshawar cultural hub hosts hockey legends as they push for bilateral sports series

The Gunners slip to second spot after City's 1-0 victory over Burnley

The Reds aim to strengthen their push for a place in UCL next season

They will face Japan's Machida Zelvia in the final

Three points separate the Jambos from third-placed Celtic

Hossain Shanto hit ton in the third ODI