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$500m due with only $4.1b in reserve
The country is scheduled to make the repayment in the next 72 hours
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PARCO partners with UAE companies to explore sustainable fuel opportunities
Collaboration seeks to utilise cutting edge technologies while leveraging existing infrastructure and market access
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Production at 30% units halted
Unemployment, inflation will soar, warns business community
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Russia-Pakistan to boost cooperation in energy sector
ICCI president suggests both countries enter into free trade agreement
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No LCs, no jute bags for wheat: PJMA
Warns that shortage of raw material will cause food crisis
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Stocks end flat amid lacklustre trading
KSE-100 index edges up by 35.61 points to close at 38,443.59
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‘Pakistan needs fundamental economic reforms’
US envoy says damaged infrastructure is hindering regional trade
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Life limps back to normal after major outage
Probe team tasked to probe possible foreign hand in breakdown
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Thousands of mobile phone towers go offline
Could have lead to a communications blackout as mobile phone towers were running out of backup fuel and batteries
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Legal wrangle: PTI likely to mount court challenge on Wednesday
Petition against Punjab caretaker CM to be chiefly based on question of bias against PTI
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India invites CJ, FM for SCO meetings
Pakistan has not yet responded to the Indian invite, according to sources
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Punjab caretaker CM removes ‘PTI’s blue-eyed’ Lahore CCPO
Bilal Siddique Kamyana replaces Ghulam Mehmood Dogar as Lahore’s top cop
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Those fighting against state, agencies are ‘rebels’: Mufti Taqi Usmani
Ulema of all schools of thought issue unanimous decree against TTP at Paigham-e-Pakistan National Conference
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Imran breathes fire at Punjab appointee
Announces nationwide protests, calling caretaker CM a PTI foe
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Interest rates jacked up to 25-year high at 17%
100 basis point increase aims at containing high inflation
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Centre also forms Wazirabad attack JIT
Representatives of MI, ISI and IB made part of the team
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Rao Anwar acquitted in Naqeebullah murder case
Prosecution fails to prove concrete evidence against accused
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Amnesty schemes ruined country: SC
Expresses annoyance over non-appointment of AGP
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SBP set to raise policy rate to rein in inflation
Analysts expect rate to go up to 17% ahead of IMF programme revival
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Millions left powerless: Country grinds to halt as massive power outage paralyses life
Three-member investigation committee to probe matter as PM directs fixing responsibility
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Is the ban on GMO soybeans a blessing in disguise?
GMO soybeans carry many health risks and drain precious foreign exchange
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How China can help lift economy
Pakistan needs to benefit from high consumption in China, especially of food
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GMO licence is only hurting processors
Around 800,000 tons of imported soybean and canola denied clearance
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Averting potential petroleum product crisis
If industry continues to face problems in opening LCs, this can lead to fuel scarcity
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Balochistan faces acute shortage of drinking water
Out-of-order filtration plants have created the dearth
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Economy and political turbulence
There is hope continuity of political process may ease economic woes
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FPCCI wants tax system simplified
Simplification of tax system to enhance national tax net and promote business activities
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Tourists flock Quetta’s Hanna lake
Reservoir is filled to capacity for first time in 10 years
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Centre fails to release ‘Balochistan’s funds’
Minister says province is left alone; flood victims in dire need of help
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IED blast leaves police mobile damaged
BDU says one kilogram explosives used in Peshawar attack
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Prominent businessperson Byram D Avari passes away
Funeral to be held at Khorshed Villa, Beach Luxury Hotel today
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India denies visas to 200 Pakistani pilgrims
Out of 488, only 249 Pakistanis allowed to visit Sufi saint Moinuddin Chishti's shrine in Ajmer Sharif
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Maryam to return to Pakistan on Jan 28, says Rana Sanaullah
The newly-appointed party’s chief organiser is expected to formally kick-start the election drive
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Abbasi says no quick fix to current problems
Ex-PM holds political leadership, establishment responsible for current situation
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Wazirabad attack JIT members replaced
Four members relieved of duty over differences with Lahore CCPO
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India blocks BBC documentary on PM Modi from airing
Even sharing clips of the documentary via social media is barred within India
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‘Qamar ousted Nawaz’ in Panama case
Imran says 'establishment' reality but regrets ex-COAS’ decision to retract from accountability
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PM, world leaders condemn Islamophobic act in Sweden
Says 'garb of freedom of expression' used to hurt religious sentiments of 1.5 billion Muslims across the world
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PPP, PML-N to jointly contest elections in Sindh
Ghani says PPP wants JI to work with them
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Marriyum slams Imran over ‘false allegations’
Information Minister says NAB 'used' for political persecution without evidence against leaders
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‘Supremacy of Constitution’ panacea for country’s ills
Khaqan, Miftah and Khokhar among participants calling for giving rights to Balochistan
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ECP to pick Punjab caretaker CM today
PTI warns of moving court if ‘partisan’ person gets post
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Parts makers oppose used tractor imports
Say decision will drain forex reserves, hurt local engineering industry
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OGDCL finds 3.29 bcf of gas reserves in Guddu
Seeks extension in well testing; production to begin in June
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Rs3.2 trillion spent on just debt servicing, defence
Uncontrolled spending may result in government missing deficit target set by IMF
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India’s Adani Group to demerge more business
Dismissed debt concerns, says it plans to spin off more businesses by 2028
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Addressing circular debt is a priority: Dar
Also discussed viable proposals aimed at bringing sustainability to the energy sector
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Investment climate lacks consistency, facilitation
Former state minister insists investors need handholding, assurances
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Agreeing to IMF is vital for Pakistan: Suleri
Says demonising the international finance partners is not beneficial
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Bears rule as PSX dips below 39,000
Benchmark KSE-100 index plunges by 1,915 points to settle at 38,408
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Sindh bans photography in govt girls’ colleges
Notification says photos of female students were misused on social media, violating laws and social, religious values
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Pakistan to go ahead with high-stakes T20 India clash to 'protect the spirit of cricket'
ICC says no sanctions or penalties on Bangladesh; BCB thanks all parties involved
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Lahore court grants bail to 5 suspects in manhole tragedy as complainant seeks no action
Complainants tell court they have no objection to the suspects’ acquittal or discharge from the case
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Four eyewitnesses testify before magistrate in Gul Plaza blaze case
Say a boy was playing with matchboxes in his artificial flowers and decor shop which started the fire
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Senate adopts resolution demanding judicial probe of Islamabad suicide attack
NA passes resolution condemning attack, calls it assault on Constitution, national security and inter-sect harmony
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'All the pressure' on Pakistan as USA out to inflict another T20 shock
Pakistan may bring back batsman Fakhar Zaman to replace Babar Azam who has been criticised for slow scoring
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PTI plans long march after Eid to secure Imran Khan’s release
Party sources say march will culminate at Adiala Jail where sit-in will continue until founder is released
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NEPRA rolls out new regulations abolishing net metering
Buyback rate for solar net generation likely to be reduced to Rs11 per unit; contract period reduced from 7 to 5 years
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Massive fire engulfs textile factory in Rawalpindi’s Rawat Industrial Estate
Over 45 Rescue 1122 personnel with 13 vehicles battle large-scale blaze; cause unknown
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Walee group buys PSL Multan franchise for record fee of Rs2.45b
Walee group owner renames the franchise to Rawalpindi
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Pakistan, South Africa women T20I series to begin on Tuesday
This is their first tour for a bilateral series since 2021
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Khawaja Asif blames Gulf visa restrictions on begging mafia
Alleges that staff from various government departments deployed at airports are equal partners in illicit business
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KSE-100 drops 1,789 points amid lingering uncertainties and weak sentiment
Stocks extend losses as selling pressure persists
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German envoy confronted at Lahore rights conference by pro-Palestine protester over Gaza conflict
Ambassador Ina Lepel was interrupted in a session on disability rights and did not answer questions on Gaza
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PM announces $1 billion investment in AI by 2030
Investment will go a long way in building the country's AI ecosystem, he says at opening ceremony of Indus AI week
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Moody’s revises Pakistan banking sector outlook from positive to stable
International credit rating agency projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3.5 per cent in 2026
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Clean energy: what we hand over to next generation
From public health to industrial competitiveness, energy choices today shape future workforce and economy
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South Korea watchdog says tougher crypto rules needed after $40 billion giveaway
FSS governor Lee Chan-jin said the incident exposed structural flaws in virtual-asset electronic systems
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Euro zone yields mixed after Japan election; investors await US data
Delayed US jobs data is set to be released alongside inflation, retail figures
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New IPP power deals could save Pakistan Rs1.4tr, says Mishal report
Energy sector drove 40% of reforms, with more than 600 changes logged across 135 institutions
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Gold, silver prices extend gains at start of trading week
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs4,544 in Pakistan
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Pakistan's lost economic freedom
Indices show reform momentum, but taxation, informality weigh on outlook
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Gold outside the system
Undocumented household gold could strengthen reserves, broaden tax base and reduce external vulnerability
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Phases of PSX boom
Waning corporate profits, higher crude prices may create jitters in market
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Beetroot: a less-explored commodity
As climate pressure mounts, old European crop beginning to draw attention at home
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World Bank reaffirms commitment to $20b Pakistan development programme
Finance Minister Aurangzeb meets group's MD Anna Bjerde on sidelines of AlUla Conference in Saudi Arabia
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Pak exhibitors shine at Sichuan festival
Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship
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PSX ends flat on Friday's heavy sell-off
KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points
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Seed approval process streamlined to cut delays
Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan eye trade boost
Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation
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Russia's Lavrov sees no 'bright future' for economic ties with US
Foreign minister also cited Trump's hostility to BRICS bloc, which includes Russia, China, India, Brazil, others
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Prince Andrew leaked official UK trade documents to Jeffrey Epstein, emails show
Former prince shared reports on Vietnam, Singapore; adds to ongoing crisis over Epstein connections
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Thousands rally across Australia against Israeli president’s visit
Anthony Albanese invited Isaac Herzog after Bondi Beach; critics, pro-Palestinian groups staging nationwide protests
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Iran arrests at least four reform front politicians
Tehran blamed violence on 'rioters, armed terrorists', says were backed by enemies Israel, United States
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PM Shehbaz congratulates Japan PM Sanae Takaichi on election win
Pakistani premier expressed readiness to strengthen cooperation with Japan under new government
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Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in jail after national security trial
Lai, founder of feisty shuttered Apple Daily newspaper, was first arrested in August 2020 was convicted last year
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South Korean military helicopter crashes during training, killing two
Army has suspended operations of all AH-1S helicopters after the accident
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New Zealand mosque shooter tells court mental health forced him to plead guilty
Tarrant told court that harsh prison conditions had deteriorated his mental health while awaiting trial
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Japan's 'Iron Lady' Takaichi forges stunning election win
Japan's Takaichi, inspired by Thatcher, projected to win up to 328 of 465 lower house seats
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Bangladesh seeks UN help to probe killing of uprising leader
Hadi, 32, was shot by masked attackers in Dhaka last December and later died in a Singapore
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Pakistan’s Alpine Club seeks to boost mountaineering tourism
Khan outlined plans to improve modern infrastructure for domestic and international climbers
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Malinin keeps USA golden in Olympic figure skating team event
Japan finished one point behind in silver, while host nation Italy claimed bronze
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Liverpool improvement not reflected in results, says Slot
The English champions have won just one of their seven Premier League games in 2026
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Man City fight back to end Anfield hoodoo and reel in Arsenal
Haaland’s stoppage-time penalty seals a dramatic 2-1 win against Liverpool
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Real Madrid edge Valencia to stay on Barca's tail
Carreras’ first-half brilliance and Mbappe’s stoppage-time goal secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory for their side
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PSG trounce Marseille to move back top of Ligue 1
Brace from Dembele and late goals from Kvaratskhelia and Lee Kang-in secure PSG’s 5-0 victory over Marseille
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Dimarco helps Inter to eight-point lead in Serie A
Juventus were held 2-2 by Lazio after a late equaliser from Pierre Kalulu
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Scotland spoil Italy's T20 World Cup debut with big win
Tournament debutants suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory
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Markram says South Africa Test success bodes well for T20 World Cup
The Proteas will face Canada in the campaign opener
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Vonn's Olympic dream cut short
Johnson claims downhill gold
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Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE
He took the coaching role in February 2024
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Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear
Manchester United pile pressure on Spurs’ Frank
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From threats to please
Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India
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Barca beat Mallorca to extend Liga lead
Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory












































































































