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Focus on quality, not price: Finnish envoy
Says Pakistani companies need to improve branding, packaging, and marketing
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Rupee drops as dollar demand rises
Ends two-day winning streak, loses 0.13% at Rs238.50
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BOI assures businessmen of minimising regulations
Says laws will be relaxed, businesses will be consulted before bringing new rules
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Russia frustrated with Pakistan
Delay in establishing new SPV company becomes roadblock to oil import
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Saudi Aramco invests in two Chinese refineries
The two companies will be supplied with 690,000 bpd of crude oil
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200,000 MTs of Russian wheat processed
Remaining wheat to be handled is around 250,000 MTs
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MNCs’ profit repatriation plunges 80%
They send to headquarters abroad just $225m as dollars become scarce
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Who is Humza Yousaf, the first Pakistani-origin leader of Scotland?
Yousaf’s tasks include formulation, development, presentation of Scottish govt policy
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Mansoor Usman Awan appointed new AGP
Development comes days after Barrister Shehzad Ata Elahi stepped down as the country’s top law officer
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Pakistan-origin Humza Yousaf wins race to become Scotland's first Muslim leader
37-year-old practising Muslim will succeed Nicola Sturgeon as leader of the governing Scottish National Party
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Six killed in suicide blast in Afghan capital
Blast occurred in front of a business centre near the foreign ministry and wounded several others, says official
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Sedition case filed in Karachi against Imran's nephew
PTI media head reported missing, family seeks SHC's intervention
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LHC directs police to resolve Imran's security issue
To the extent of video link’s permission, Justice Sheikh directs petitioner to approach concerned court
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Imran moves IHC against interior minister's 'incendiary' remarks
PTI urges court to take notice of Sana's threat of taking ‘any step’ against rival party
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LHC dismisses plea challenging caretaker CM’s appointment
Court says ECP has the right to appoint caretaker CM
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Netanyahu sacks defence minister, sparking mass protests
Gallant had broken ranks with the govt and urged a halt to a highly contested plan to overhaul the judicial system
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Stagflation: a complicated situation for policymakers
Unemployment increasing along with acceleration in goods prices
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Pakistan fails to earn dollars through carbon credits
Credits can be earned via reforestation, green covers, solar and wind power
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Personal data – a big threat
As technology continues to advance, concerns around privacy and data security grow
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Petro problems pile up
Govt’s inaction stalls solutions as it fears loss of political capital
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Sikhs arrange iftar for fasting Muslims
Sikh families take turns to arrange iftari for Muslims throughout the month
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Mountaineering reemerges as sport in Bajaur district
A group of college professors and friends have formed a mountaineering group, exploring different peaks every week
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Death toll in rain-related incidents climbs to six
More than 25 people also sustained injuries in torrential rains across K-P
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Flour distribution sparks stampede
Dozens left injured in Mardan; women protest unfair distribution in Tank
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UoP to help beautify economic zone
Art department to support the EZDMC in promoting and enhancing the beautification of the Peshawar Economic Zone
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In a first, religious textbooks to be published for students of minority groups
NBF to publish textbooks on Hinduism, Sikhism, Christianity, Bahai, Zoroastrianism, Kalasha and Buddhism
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'Either Imran exists, or we do': Sana hints at PTI chief’s 'elimination'
Interior minister says political situation has reached the point where PML-N can go to any extent to save itself
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Matters with IMF will be settled ‘soon’, assures Dar
Finance minister says friendly countries are expected to materialise their commitments to pave way for IMF deal
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Shehbaz blames Imran for nation's present challenges
Says today's political, governance and economic challenges are rooted in the PTI chief's 'failed policies'
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PM Shehbaz terms Alvi's letter seeking polls 'PTI's press release'
Shehbaz says president violating oath of his office
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Professionals struggle with higher costs
Analysts predict inflation to rise to at least 35% a month in March and April
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Pakistan calls for trans-boundary water cooperation
UN report warns Pakistan faces critical levels of water security
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World leaders urged to stop ‘political genocide’ in Pakistan
Qaiser pens letters to EU, US, UK, global human rights bodies to take notice govt actions
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Sana lampoons Imran for ‘paradoxical narrative'
Interior minister asks PTI chief to first get ‘freedom from US lobbying firm’
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Russia to deploy tactical nukes in Belarus
ICAN warned of nuclear strike last month on first anniversary of Russia Ukraine war
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Imran’s nephew granted bail by court
On Friday, Hassaan Khan Niazi’s transit remand to Quetta police was approved
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Bizenjo concerned at low gas pressure
CM says if federal govt does not resolve the issue immediately, he will join the local residents in their protest
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Post-rain situation in Balochistan reviewed
Langau directs PDMA to remain on high alert
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Four killed, 17 injured in rain-related incidents
PDMA says 6 cattle perished, 6 houses damaged
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Seven new Covid-19 cases detected in K-P
Experts fear the start of yet another wave in the country which has already seen several waves of the infection
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Balochistan sets wheat price at Rs4,000 per 40 kg
Fixes price at same level as in other provinces to encourage farmers
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Court stays proceedings against TRG board
An ex-employee of Afiniti, testified for an arbitration award against Chishti for sexual harassment and assault
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Exports fall as policymaking becomes rudderless
Businessmen say economic managers lack direction with no consultation with them
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SBP allows foreign investment in REIT schemes
Amends foreign exchange manual that also permits withdrawal of investment
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Russians embrace Chinese cars
Chinese brands such as Haval, Chery and Geely now account for 40% of new car sales
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Bears dominate, drag PSX below 40,000
KSE-100 index plunges 1,388 points, or 3.36%, at 39,942
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Germany, EU reach deal on combustion engines
Greenpeace calls agreement a setback for climate protection
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Banking woes, Fed keep US investors on edge
Banking sector concerns drive sharp moves in financial stocks after collapse of US lenders
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Cash margin removal to lift industry
Businessmen welcome scrapping of 100% cash margin requirement
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Imran presents PTI’s roadmap to economic prosperity at Lahore rally
PTI chief says country needs difficult decisions to be made to revamp governance and increase exports
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HRCP flags shrinking civic space, judicial concerns in annual report
Report highlights use of legal and institutional mechanisms to curb dissent, including cybercrime and anti-terror laws
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10 found dead in Karachi due to intense heat
CM Murad expresses deep sorrow over deaths, urges citizens to avoid unnecessary outdoor activity
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Rising medicine costs push patients to brink
Patients across major cities struggle as drug prices surge under weak oversight and global supply pressures
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16 Pakistani entrepreneurs, business leaders join SelectUSA Investment Summit
US Chargé d’Affaires welcomes Pakistani delegates, calling summit a premier event promoting foreign investment in US
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IHC issues detailed verdict in One Constitution Avenue case, rules buyers have no legal claim to ownership
Court directs investors to seek redress from the appropriate forum
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Fact check: Videos of spectators chanting slogans in favour of Imran during HBL PSL 11 final are old, doctored
Analysis found mismatched audio and video, with unsynced lip movements and facial expressions in clip
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£190m case: IHC disposes of Imran, Bushra's sentence suspension appeals, sets May 7 for main appeals
Court disposes of their applications for suspension of sentence, declaring them infructuous
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Bilawal hails national unity, armed forces' role against India during Marka-e-Haq
Sindh CM says Pakistan 'does not want war' but will never compromise on its defence
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FM Dar, Iranian counterpart discuss regional situation, peace efforts
Araghchi thanks Pakistan for its constructive role, mediation efforts between the parties
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Pakistan facilitates transfer of 22 Iranian crew members from seized ship MV Touska: FO
Iranian ship will also be backloaded to Pakistani territorial waters for return to its original owners after repairs
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Tremors felt in Islamabad after 5.2-magnitude quake near Tajikistan border: PMD
No immediate reports of damage or casualties have been confirmed
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One year on, military courts convicts await right to appeal
May, 2025 judgment explicitly directed govt and Parliament to address this deficiency
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IHC to hear Imran X account plea today
Will take up petition for Bushra's treatment under personal physician
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Achakzai links Imran access to deescalation
Says those controlling jail meetings hold key to easing tensions
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President Zardari signs PIA assets ordinance
Ordinance aims to fulfil legal requirements for PIA assets transfer
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Oil up as US-Iran deal remains elusive
Brent crude futures were up $1.22, or 1.1%, to $109.39 a barrel at 0909 GMT after settling down $2.23 on Friday
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Bulls take centre stage as KSE-100 up 3,000 points
Hopes of US–Iran peace pact, stable oil prices keep market in green territory
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Green hydrogen for energy security
Import dependence, global shocks push Pakistan to explore low-carbon alternatives
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Biometric cure for circular debt?
Telecom, banking success shows identity linking can fix utility recoveries
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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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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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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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Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City in US injures 10, more feared
No suspects were in custody following the shooting just after 9pm at a party at Arcadia Lake
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Iran reviewing US peace proposal, says foreign ministry spokesperson
Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships
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Dubai Airports scaling up operations as UAE airspace restored, CEO says
Air traffic returns to normal after precautionary measures introduced at start of US-Iran war, were lifted
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Three cruise ship passengers die in suspected hantavirus outbreak
Rodent-borne virus strikes expedition ship off Cape Verde, leaving three dead and three ill aboard MV Hondius
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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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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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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






























































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