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Spring showers avert water crisis
Officials say major water reservoirs filled up to capacity
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Probe ordered against ‘corrupt’ health officials
Caretaker Punjab CM seeks inquiry report within 60 days
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Weather turns pleasant with scattered showers in Karachi
According to PMD the western system bringing rain and thunderstorm has moved towards South Punjab
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Maryam alleges ex-CJP’s son is ‘selling’ PTI tickets
PML-N SVP says ‘son of a thief turned out to be a thief’
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MoS Khar to attend UN talks in Qatar on Afghanistan crisis
UN chief is gathering international envoys in Doha in bid to find ways to influence Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers
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All Pakistanis to be ‘evacuated from Sudan in two days’
FO says 93 more reached country in fourth batch of evacuees
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Nawaz tells PM to announce relief package
PML-N supremo says nobody willing to give guarantee for PTI that ruined country for 3.5 years
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Threats, attacks against Pakistani journos ‘up by 60%’
Freedom Network’s annual report says 140 cases reported between May 2022 and March 2023
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Leaked documents reveal Pakistan’s assessment on US-China tussle
State Minister Khar argues preserving US partnership hurts 'real strategic' China ties, urges prioritising Beijing
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Punjab insists free flour scheme was transparent
Caretaker minister terms ex-PM Abbasi’s allegations of Rs20b sleaze ‘false and fabricated’
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Pictures of patients made mandatory for Sehat Card
All panel hospitals advised to arrange webcam at the HFO Desks, for identification management
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Hinglaj Mata festival kicks off in Lasbela
Balochistan government devise comprehensive plan to facilitate the yatris and ensure peace for the four-day event
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Return of terror sparks huge protest in Lakki
Speakers oppose military operation, displacement of locals
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AKU to construct new campus in Kampala
Project is one of AKU's most significant investments in East Africa
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Sindh govt blamed for protecting pharma sector
Chairman of the Pasban Democratic Party expressed concerns over increase in prices of medicines
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SHC moved for extradition of killer from UAE
Authorities are using delay tactics in seeking repatriation of accused, says petitioner
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SBCA takes notices of harassment of builders
DG seeks explanation from assistant director and building inspector of Hyderabad Region
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Sindh CM for precautionary measures during rain
Orders action against dumping of debris on embankments of nullahs in the city
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April inflation may hit historic 38%
Finance ministry admits central bank’s contractionary monetary policy not working
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Imran agrees to same-day polls, but there is a caveat
PTI chief asks govt to dissolve NA by May 14th
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Five dead in Texas shooting, armed suspect on the loose, ABC News reports
Authorities have charged Francisco Oropeza, 38, with five counts of murder
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Resignations of PTI MNAs cannot be withdrawn: Ashraf
PTI members should have thought twice before taking such a drastic step, says NA speaker
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Martyred soldiers of Lakki Marwat attack laid to rest
People from all walks of life attended the funeral prayers, says ISPR
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Afghan women protesters urge against foreign recognition of Taliban
Around 25 women marched through a residential area in Kabul ahead of a summit in Doha
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Elahi booked on terror charges
Police complaint claims raiding team 'attacked with petrol, stones and batons'
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Siraj proposes holding elections after Eidul Azha
JI amir emphasises need for political parties to reach consensus on election date for betterment of country
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Fire breaks out in 10-storey building at Karachi's Shahrah-e-Faisal
Fire started in the second floor of Mehdi Tower which quickly spread to other eight floors of building
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Three dacoits killed as police clear 51,000 acres in Kacha area
Punjab IGP says multiple hideouts of criminals destroyed and 46 bandits arrested
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Virus not found in four suspected passengers
The suspected patients — two Pakistani and two Somali nationals — had arrived at Karachi airport on Thursday
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Seven terrorists killed in Lakki Marwat attacks
ISPR says three soldiers embrace martyrdom during encounters
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Elahi skeptical of talks with PML-N
Courts confirm Elahi’s bail in multiple cases
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US Equal Rights Amd blocked again, a century after introduction
Senate Democrats, supporters fall nine votes shy of 60 needed for resolution to clear filibuster hurdle
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UNSC urges 'swift reversal' of curbs on Afghan women's rights
Resolution unanimously condemns Taliban admin's ban on women working for UN
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Govt-PTI talks on track
The final round is likely to be held on coming Tuesday
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Nation stands behind armed forces to defeat anti-Pakistan elements: PM
Premier says over the last two decades nation had been tested by a combination of challenges
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Elections now or no negotiations, says Imran
PTI chief says he’s told his negotiators to pull out of talks if govt insists on polls in Sept or Oct
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Pervez Elahi granted pre-arrest bail in corruption case
Judge announces decision with direction to submit surety bonds of one million rupees
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Heavy rainfall expected in Sindh, PDMA issues alert
DDMAs, other relevant authorities urged to take all necessary mitigation measures
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Ex-COAS' views on army's combat worthiness quoted out of context: ISPR
Military says Pakistan will continue to take pride in its operational preparedness and utmost combat worthiness
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‘Privilege committee’ cannot summon any judge, says Elahi
Former Punjab CM says PML-N does politics full of revenge and their whole politics relies on political victimisation
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What prompts Bilawal's visit to India?
Source says FO took lead, advocating in favour of visit which was endorsed by security establishment and other players
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Inspector loses life in Khuzdar blast
CM directs police and district administration to beef up security in the district
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Fazl stays away from govt, PTI talks on election date
JUI-F chief says party stands by its stance and will not participate in dialogue even in Senate
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PM Shehbaz wins surprise vote of confidence
PM secures 180 votes, against the 172 required to achieve a simple majority
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In first, bitter foes sit across the table
Govt, PTI finally come to negotiating table; PTI demands elections in July; govt proposes August-September
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Pakistan reiterates support to China amid Taiwan tension
PM Shehbaz Sharif speaks to Chinese counterpart Li Qiang, their first contact since latter took office
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Elahi says Privileges Committee cannot summon any judge
Ex-Punjab CM says present caretaker setup has registered record-breaking 'false cases' against PTI, its leadership
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Chairman Senate seeks nominations for 'political dialogue' committee
Sanjrani writes to both govt, PTI to nominate members for constitution of a special committee for negotiations
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CJ says court cannot force parties for talks
Three-member bench completes hearing Punjab polls delay case despite no progress in dialogue between political parties
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Seven killed in train inferno
Cause of the fire could not be ascertained till the filing of this news story
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Jordan's FM hails Pakistan's constructive role, peace efforts in call with Dar
DPM underscores Pakistan's commitment to dialogue and diplomatic engagement
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PM Shehbaz meets Nawaz, discusses Middle East situation and Pakistan's peace efforts
Informs PML-N supremo on overall situation, global oil prices and government relief measures
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Sindh CM sets deadlines for Karachi BRT Red Line, Shahrah-e-Bhutto projects
Says Bhutto Expressway will open before Eid, all Red Line mixed-traffic lanes to be completed in 2 months
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Karachi sizzles as feels-like temperature soars to 45°C
Data shows that Gulistan-e-Jauhar recorded the highest temperature in the city at 42°C
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Climate action just gained new momentum
Countries representing one-third of the world’s economy have agreed to begin planning a phase-out of fossil fuels
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Iran envoy criticises US behaviour as 'aggressive', says talks hinge on sincerity
Says Iran has shared latest proposal with US via Pakistan
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Korean Festival leaves K-pop fans disappointed
Korean Embassy event gets cancelled over unanticipated large turnout, overcrowding
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Wildlife Rangers arrest suspects over skinning of dead lion in Lahore
Wildlife officials also recover large number of stuffed animals from suspect’s residence during search operation
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President, PM reaffirm commitment to press freedom on World Press Freedom Day
President extends greetings to journalists, editors, media workers, media professionals in Pakistan, around world
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To infinity and beyond
With Chinese cooperation, Pakistan’s space ambitions have entered a historic new phase
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Bari Imam's Noorpur Shahan Bazaar razed
Over 1,000 acres reclaimed as authorities demolish shops and shrine-linked businesses
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A love story you can walk into
The Museum of Innocence is a love story trapped in memory, where obsession turns into archive
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A normal that feels different
A snowbound standoff where Western grit collides with modern mayhem
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Do we still want to read?
Reels and nonstop social media, with shrinking attention spans and overload, are pushing books to the margins
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Our solar conundrum
Is the boom in Pakistan real, or are policy gaps, rising costs, and system limits slowing the transition?
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Oil slips after Trump says US will assist ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude futures fell 6 cents, or 0.1%, to $108.11 a barrel after settling down $2.23 on Friday
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Sci-tech solutions to end poverty
From drones, data to rural e-commerce, China is turning innovation into income
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Biometric cure for circular debt?
Telecom, banking success shows identity linking can fix utility recoveries
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When tax zealotry chokes export growth
Taxes on inputs for export goods do not generate sustainable revenue; they merely reduce export volumes
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Rate hike signals deeper concern
Gap between what is said, meant and heard can carry profound consequences
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Green hydrogen for energy security
Import dependence, global shocks push Pakistan to explore low-carbon alternatives
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Fibre deficit is bottleneck for 5G
Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025
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OPEC+ set to agree third oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure, sources say
Seven OPEC+ members approve 188,000 bpd hike for June but increase remains symbolic until strait reopens
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Pakistan eyes boost in rice exports to Oman
Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May
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FinMin urges banks to boost cyber defence
Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment
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Minister courts Pakistani investors
Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others
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Uzbekistan pushes for live animal imports
Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements
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Business leaders oppose 286% gas tariff hike
SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall
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Chinese firm flags export delays
Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement
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WTO plans 10% budget cut
US fell back into arrears and a growing number of members failed to pay their dues on time
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Former New York Mayor Giuliani hospitalised in critical condition
Giuliani, 81, garnered acclaim for his response to September 11, 2001, al Qaeda attack
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Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships
22 crew members transferred to Pakistan for repatriation to Iran, US media reports, citing CENTCOM
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India's Modi faces key test as vote count underway
West Bengal seen as crucial contest between Modi's BJP, Mamata Banerjee's TMC
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King Charles grasped 'opportunity' on US trip, palace says
King urged the importance of NATO and called for a 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine
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Detention of two flotilla activists extended
Israel saying it had removed some 175 activists -- two of whom were taken to Israel for questioning
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Rubio to visit Rome, meet Pope Leo after Trump row
Comes just weeks after Trump's extraordinary criticism of Pope Leo XIV over the Catholic leader's anti-war rhetoric
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UK maritime agency reports attack on cargo ship west of Iran’s Sirik district
Small boats attacked ship about 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, near the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran says US response to 14-point proposal received through Pakistan, under review
Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson says 'at this stage, we do not have nuclear negotiations'
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ADB launches $70b plan for energy, digital infrastructure in Asia-Pacific
Plan includes $50b for Pan Asia Power Grid initiative and $20b for tech and digital projects
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Swedish coast guard seizes suspected false flag tanker in Baltic Sea
Coast Guard says ship, with unclear destination with no cargo and on EU and UK sanctions lists
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Pope to meet US secretary of state at Vatican next week: report
First Leo-US cabinet meeting in nearly a year set for Thursday, source says amid criticism from Trump
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New Israeli attacks kill at least 7 in southern Lebanon
Three killed in airstrike on Safad al-Battikh, Lebanon, state news agency reports
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Two people die after explosion in southern England, police say
Bomb squad at scene; attack not confirmed. Residents told to stay home; some evacuated.
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Iran envoy criticises US behaviour as 'aggressive', says talks hinge on sincerity
Says Iran has shared latest proposal with US via Pakistan
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Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from Lockheed, Boeing
Deal first step in $119b plan to strengthen Israeli military readiness, defence ministry says
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Kentucky Derby 2026: Mike Smith aims to become oldest winning jockey at 59
Mike Smith eyes record as oldest Kentucky Derby winner at 59 with contender So Happy at Churchill Downs
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Kostyuk claims first Madrid Open title
World number 23 beat Andreeva 6-3, 7-5
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Barcelona on verge of Liga title
Lewandowski and Torres strike late to secure a 2–1 win at Osasuna
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PSG held by Lorient
Goals from both sides end in a 2–2 draw in Paris
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Arsenal go six points clear of Man City
Arteta's side demolished Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz
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Napoli frustrate Como in Serie A stalemate
Draw helps Inter extend a nine-point lead
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Hardie’s all-round brilliance powers Zalmi to second HBL PSL title
Batting first, Kingsmen are bowled out for 129; Samad’s 48 and Hardie’s 58 seal win with 28 balls to spare
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Young fires 67 to seize PGA lead
Jordan Spieth, Alex Smalley and Nick Taylor shared second
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Paralympic champion Zanardi dies
The former Formula One driver lost both legs in an accident
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Lecce win relegates Pisa and Verona from Serie A
The victory helped them occupy the last safe space in Serie A
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Leeds beat Burnley to virtually secure EPL survival
Their 3-1 victory secured them a spot in the next season
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An Australian’s tears
Hyderabad captain Labuschagne burst into tears after qualifying for PSL 11 final
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Pistons, Raptors survive as Lakers progress in NBA playoffs
Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination against Orlando
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Sinner, Zverev reach Madrid Open final
The second seed dispatched promising Belgian Alexander Blockx 6-2, 7-5
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Norris on sprint pole as McLaren shine again
The 26-year-old Briton outpaced Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli











































































































