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PTI demands poll date by Dec 20
Fawad tells PDM to come up with election 'formula' or face the consequences
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Afghan religious scholar urges Taliban to support women's rights
Abdul Hameed highlights important role women play in the development of Afghan society, condemns 'narrow mindedness'
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Suleman returns after spending 4 years in exile
IHC grants protective bail to Shehbaz's son till December 13
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Pakistan to get $32b loans this year
Rana rules out the possibility of economic emergency
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PML-Q reaches out to Nawaz in London
PML-N supremo, Shujaat’s son discuss political situation
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China for strengthening green finance rules
Says delayed exit from high-carbon sectors will result in heightened financial risks
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Banned soybean imported without licences
APSEA claims it had applied for an import licence in March 2018
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Two mega grid stations worth Rs24b inaugurated
Minister says 2,000MW cheap power from Thar coal will be added to grid by June 2023
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Traders decry political polarisation
Underline need for charter of economy to cure ills
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Ishaq Dar rules out economic default
Calls for curbing smuggling of wheat on war footings
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Govt to link FIA’s CDS with IBMS to curb currency smuggling
Move aimed at curbing smuggling of dollars, other foreign currencies and gold to Afghanistan
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Govt set to legislate to protect foreign investment
Decision to enact law was prompted by growing complaints from investors
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Marriyum accuses Imran of hampering aid efforts
Information Minister says PTI using 'propaganda' to spread mistrust
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‘Housing sector laws must be amended’
Tarar says multiple laws governing the sector are creating confusion
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Heat-resistant hybrid rice variety developed
New variety, a joint work of Chinese and Pakistani researchers, gives 12.5% higher yield
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Stocks retreat due to delayed IMF review
Benchmark KSE-100 index drops by 452 points to settle at 41,698
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Foreign IT investors look for policy consistency
Tech expert calls on Pakistan to pass laws on long-term policies
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SBP faces conflict of interest issue
Board director resigns as he has stake in firm that is seeking digital banking licence
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IHC serves notice to Imran in plea akin to one it denied 3 years ago
Petitioner seeks PTI chief's disqualification over non-disclosure of alleged child in affidavit submitted to ECP
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One dead, seven injured in Awaran blast
Police say the explosion targeted a shop in shopping mall
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US launches girls’ education initiative in K-P
The $4 million initiative aims to provide quality education to girls in remote areas of the province
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Efforts under way to mainstream tribal districts
CM says all govt departments established in erstwhile FATA
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K-P faces insulin shortage
Medical stores create artificial shortage amid reports of 40% hike in rates
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Three killed, as many injured in housing society shooting
CM directs police to submit report as investigation continues
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Nawaz sealed deal with establishment for relief: PTI
Fawad claims Sharif family ‘managing FIA' and ‘influencing courts'
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Anti-smog squad formed as air quality worsens
Seven-member team is empowered to impose fines, seal factories
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Fair promotes women-made handicrafts
Art put on display on International Human Rights Day
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Power cuts in -30C spark anger in Kazakhstan
The northeastern city of Ekibastuz with a population of around 150,000 people, descended into an icy hell
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BBH young doctors call off strike
Hospital admin withdraws transfer orders of two doctors
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With eye on Washington, Saudi courts closer China ties
As ties expand, Riyadh is ‘moving very cautiously in areas that are more concerning to Washington notably defence’
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Morocco stun Portugal to become first African team to reach World Cup semi-finals
Morocco extended their dream run as they out-thought and out-fought Portugal in a 1-0 win
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Sticking to assemblies’ dissolution in December: Imran
CM Elahi believes Punjab government should continue for some more time, says PTI chief
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Govt in collusion with ECP plotting Imran's ‘technical knockout’: Farrukh
Dissolution of provincial assemblies would not go beyond December, asserts PTI leader
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Sharifs only focused on their own well-being: CM Elahi
Punjab CM says Shehbaz remained chief minister for 15 years but did not carry out any sustainable welfare work
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India stands isolated at UN Security Council during its presidency
New Delhi did not vote in favour of a resolution establishing a ‘humanitarian carve out’ to the asset freeze measures
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US launches $4m initiative for improving girls' education in K-P
Ambassador Blome says US supports Pakistan’s goal of ensuring prosperous future for all citizens, particularly girls
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Four Da’ish terrorists killed in Pak-Afghan border IBO
Punjab CTD conducts 30 operations, arrests four Da’ish terrorists
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UN carves out sanctions exemptions for humanitarian aid
Resolution applies to UN agencies as well as humanitarian organisations participating in UN humanitarian work
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Bangladesh opposition mounts huge protest, MPs quit
Nearly 100,000 supporters of opposition party descended on Dhaka, demanding PM Hasina’s resignation and new elections
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Explosion in Balochistan's Awaran kills one, injures seven
A banned militant outfit has claimed responsibility for the attack
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Petition challenges discrimination against women over receiving summons
Women must have the right to receive summons, come under the ambit and definition of 'adult and reasonable person'
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Pakistan committed for justice-based human rights: PM Shehbaz
Shehbaz says 'global tumult' due to denial of fundamental rights to oppressed people such as Kashmiris in IIOJK
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OIC secretary general arrives in Islamabad for 3-day visit
Delegation level meeting with FM Bilawal to discuss Kashmir, Islamophobia and Afghan humanitarian situation
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US sportswriter Grant Wahl dies after 'acute distress' covering World Cup
World Cup security had denied him entry at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium and asked him to remove his LGBTQ shirt
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PM approves promotion of bureaucrats
Shehbaz changed the recommendation of superseding some officers into deferment
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ECP issues notice to PTI over tweaks in party constitution
PTI changed party structure after amending its constitution, laying down procedure for issuing tickets
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JIT to record Arshad’s mother, wife statements
Police say all relevant persons will be contacted during investigation
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Pakistan affirms support for SCO strategy
Law minister addresses 9th Ministers of Justice meeting
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Pakistan will be ‘without natural gas’ by next year
PPP leader Asim says had policy been implemented, crisis could have been averted
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IHC to hear PTI funding plea on Dec 22
Farrukh Habib asks for 5-year scrutiny of PML-N, PPP’s funds
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Another child dies in Karachi after falling into manhole
Tragic incident exposes criminal civic neglect; authorities vow action against responsible
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Lahore revives Basant 2026 but keeps kite-flying on a tight string
SOPs in place to balance cultural revival and public safety as Basant is set to be celebrated from February 6 to 8
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PHC declares crypto, digital forex ban petition ineffective
Court notes there is no dispute cryptocurrency currently has no legal status in country
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Army major martyred, five terrorists killed in Bajaur IBO: ISPR
President, PM pay special homage to martyred major, say his sacrifice for country is a source of pride for the nation
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Karachi-Dhaka direct flights to start in January
Pakistan envoy to Bangladesh discusses expanding trade, investment, and aviation ties in meeting with Muhammad Yunus
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Rare landspout seen in Gwadar ahead of nationwide rain spell
A rotating column of air rose from the ground towards the sky, attracting attention of people in the nearby areas
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FBR chief assures traders of relief on POS system, vows action against harassment
Traders complain they are facing excessive interference, penalties and shop sealings
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Rampant crime exposes policing failure in Sindh
As political influence restricts crackdowns against criminals, locals continue to live amidst lawlessness, insecurity
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Faiz Hameed appeals 14-year military court sentence, seeks judgment copy: lawyer
Former ISI chief convicted on Dec 11, appeal lodged with army chief two days ago
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Major terror attack thwarted as minor recruited online by BLA is intercepted
Sindh minister says underage girl radicalised via social media was stopped before being used in attack
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Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge Toshakhana-II convictions in IHC
PTI calls verdict politically motivated, seeks annulment of 17-year sentences
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Pakistan flags Christmas vandalism, attacks on Muslims in India to world bodies
Foreign Office urges global community to protect minority rights in the neighbouring country
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YouTuber Rajab Butt assaulted by lawyers at Karachi City Court
Attack follows bail hearing in blasphemy-related case; lawyers cite remarks made by Butt online
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Bhutto scholarships to fund Sindh students at Oxford
Fully funded scheme will support up to six Sindh students a year for graduate degrees at Oxford
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KP violence kills two policemen in Lakki Marwat, Tank
Attacks in Lakki Marwat and Tank add to concerns as police face rising militant violence in southern KP
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Pakistan’s bazaar economy runs the country while staying off the books
Wholesale, retail trade sits at heart of informality, has sizable share in jobs
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Pakistan found stability, but growth didn’t show up
Lower inflation, a steadier exchange rate eased pressure, but weak investment kept growth low and uneven
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NFC: addressing the politicised elephant in the room
Provinces receive rising transfers while federation bears debt pressure, stabilisation costs
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The 'net economy'
As financing is limited, digital exports offer stable source of foreign earnings
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World alliances shift, but the China-Pakistan partnership holds steady
Action Plan formalises a “shared future” vision while CPEC-II shifts attention to inclusive industry and livelihoods
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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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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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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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Territorial rift persists as Trump-Zelenskiy talks yield limited progress
US president hosts Zelenskiy at Mar-a-Lago day after Russian strikes on Kyiv, territory remains key sticking point
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Houthi leader says Israeli presence in Somaliland will be considered 'military target'
Recognition of breakaway region draws condemnation from African Union, Muslim-majority nations
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Trump hails Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire
At least 47 people were killed and more than a million displaced in three weeks of fighting
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Hezbollah's disarmament 'an Israeli-American plan'
He said the army is carefully planning "for the subsequent phases" of disarmament
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Over 10,000 people displaced in three days in Sudan: UN
3,100 people were displaced from the famine-stricken city of Kadugli in South Kordofan
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Polls: Guinea junta chief headed for victory
A large security presence, including armoured vehicles, patrolled the capital's streets
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Caretaker PM's party leads Kosovo vote: exit polls
TV channel T7 put the VV at 43.5 percent, with other exit polls
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Zelenskiy meeting Trump in Florida for talks on Ukraine peace plan
The US president said he will call Putin again after meeting with Zelenskiy
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Nine killed, including five children, in stabbing attack in Suriname
Police officers opened fire when the suspect attempted to attack them during the arrest
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Low voter turnout marks Myanmar’s first election since 2021 military coup
UN, Western nations and rights groups say the vote lacks credibility as critics are banned
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Woman killed, family members injured as storms cause building collapse in Gaza
Rising seas flooded hundreds of tents for displaced families along the Khan Younis beach in Gaza up
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Bangladesh police confirm student leader killers fled to India
Report that suspects Faisal Karim Masud, Alamgir Sheikh fled to India via Haluaghat border, worsening diplomatic ties
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Zelenskiy to meet Trump in Florida as Russia hammers Ukraine with strikes
20-point peace plan 90% complete but Donbas region remains sticking point; Zelenskiy may put deal to referendum
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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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