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COP30 Belem - quo vadis
COP30's promises for climate action fall short, fossil fuel lobby continues delaying clean energy progress
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System reset
Pakistan's hybrid government formed post-2024 elections aims for stability, PTI's resistance threatens progress
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Drawing that is the medium and message
From Da Vinci to modern artists, drawing, painting each hold a place in art, with their own form, function
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Battlefield moon
Space militarisation threatens global security, as the US, Russia push for lunar nuclear power
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The flip side
Pakistan's economy shows improvement, high energy costs, investor concerns hinder sustainable growth
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The year of the Quaid
Jinnah's vision of justice, equality, democracy must guide Pakistan, commemorating his 150th anniversary in 2026
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Can America's progressives undo the damage of neoliberalism?
Disillusionment with capitalism fuels a rising far-right in the US, as corporate influence stifles change
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Eight-year-old girl critically injured in stray dog culling campaign in Khanewal
A bullet fired to kill stray dog struck Sakina, leaving her in critical condition
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Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns from exile after 17 years
Huge crowds lined Dhaka airport route, waving flags and chanting as BNP leaders welcomed Rahman
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Disinformation watchdog chief sues Trump administration over US entry ban
Imran Ahmed of CCDH was among five Europeans denied US visas over tech regulation roles
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K-P hospitals overwhelmed amid seasonal influenza surge
Health department sends suspected H3N2 'super flu' samples to Islamabad as pediatric wards face severe overcrowding
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PTI seeks extension in nomination papers deadline for Islamabad LG polls
Request follows Islamabad declaring a public holiday on Dec 26 ahead of UAE President’s visit
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Tajikistan calls on Afghanistan to apologize after border clash kills five
Three crossed into Tajikistan’s Khatlon region, resisted border guards, and planned an armed attack
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Fauji Fertilizer board approves joining Arif Habib-led consortium
Decision to become part of new PIA managemnt was made at a meeting held on Wednesday
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Coastguard rescue 52 migrants off Greece, boy missing
UN says over 16,770 asylum seekers have arrived on Crete this year, highest in the Aegean Sea
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Achakzai, Senator Nasir Abbas given mandate for talks, protest: K-P CM
PTI leader Asad Qaiser calls for observing 'Black Day' on February 8
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China says 700 generative AI models filed as tech breakthroughs accelerate
CAC says HarmonyOS devices topped 1.19 billion in 2021-25 as embodied AI moves toward industry.
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Pakistan, ADB sign $730m deals for power transmission, SOE reforms
Agreements cover a $330m Second Power Transmission project and $400m Accelerating SOE Transformation programme
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34 arrested, including 15 foreigners, in Karachi cyber fraud crackdown
More than 10,000 foreign SIM cards, six illegal gateway exchange setups recovered from suspects
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Saudi Arabia hopeful Yemen’s southern separatists will end escalation
Saudi-Emirati delegation arrived in Aden to ease tensions and return STC forces to prior positions
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SIMs must be registered in user's own name, PTA cautions
The authority warned that using SIMs registered to others violates regulations and could result in action
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Pope Leo condemns Gaza conditions in unusually direct Christmas sermon
In a later Christmas blessing, the pope lamented the plight of migrants and refugees crossing the Americas
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Ex-PM Imran Khan aide Shahzad Akbar injured in UK attack
The assailant repeatedly punched Akbar in the face, leaving him with broken nose and fractured jaw
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My grandfather encouraged me to play for Algeria: Luca Zidane
The decision to switch nationalities by the goal keeper came as a surprise
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Brief Christmas pause in AFCON
The tournament in Morocco kicked off on Sunday
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Set-piece weakness costing Liverpool dear, says Slot
The reigning champions head into the busy Christmas and New Year period
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PSL expansion sparks global interest
About 12 Bidders vie for two new HBL PSL franchises
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Australia opts for all-pace attack
The hosts head into the Boxing Day Test with an unassailable 3-0 lead
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Bihar rack up 574 in 50-over game
Suryavanshi scored 190 off just 84 deliveries
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Nine children injured after drone hits madrassa in KP’s Tank district
Police probe source as protest paused after talks with district officials
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Christmas celebrated across Pakistan amid tight security
Churches hold prayers as leaders send messages and cities mark the occasion
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Security forces kill 10 terrorists, including kharji ringleader, in K-P, Balochistan operations: ISPR
According to ISPR, eight terrorists were killed in Kalat, while two were neutralised in Dera Ismail Khan IBO
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In pictures: Christmas celebrated around the world
From solemn worship to festive street scenes, communities mark the holiday in diverse cultural styles
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Pakistan observes 149th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam
Gun salutes, prayers held nationwide as leaders reaffirm commitment to faith, unity and discipline
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Diallo and Mahrez strike at AFCON as Ivory Coast, Algeria win
The three-time champions dominated against opponents 60 places lower in the world rankings
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Romero facing increased ban after Liverpool red card
Spurs captain received second yellow card for kicking out defender Ibrahima Konate
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African football bows to pressure with AFCON change
CAF’s move to a four-year AFCON cycle sparks division and revives debate over European influence
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Amorim wants Man Utd players to cover 'irreplaceable' Fernandes
The Portugal international suffered a soft tissue injury sustained in Sunday's 2-1 loss at Aston Villa
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PM praises GenZ as 'more aware, more capable'
Launches youth laptop programme in AJK
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UAE president to arrive tomorrow, says FO
UAE president to arrive tomorrow, says FO
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PIA buyers offered hefty tax exemptions
PM's adviser insists govt to net Rs55b from sale
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Army pledges zero tolerance for terrorism, political interference
CDF chairs 273rd Corps Commanders' Conference, describes national unity, security as sacrosanct, lauds special up
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12-year-old dies of rabies in Karachi despite vaccination
The dog was reportedly rabid and had bitten several other people as well
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Sindh to digitise drugs in govt hospitals
Sindh health minister says already launched at Civil Hospital Karachi to enable effective tracking
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Eloped couple shot dead asleep in Karachi honour killing
Man feigns forgiveness, visits couple, kills daughter, son-in-law and flees
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'Judges are bound to protect Constitution'
Ex-CJP Saqib Nisar says freedom of expression is essential for the rule of law to prevail
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Barrister Aqeel Malik says US-Iran deal near, calls coming week ‘significant’ for Pakistan
Says progress has been significant, and both sides have developed an understanding
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Rail feasibility cleared to boost mobility
Afridi orders swift completion of key sections
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PM Shehbaz, Erdogan, Qatari emir take stock of regional developments and peace efforts at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
Shehbaz describes Turkiye as his 'second home' and terms it a pleasure to visit the country
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Govt abolishes free electricity units facility for power sector employees
Awais Leghari says ending free units was the public’s oldest and long-standing demand
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People’s Bus Service inaugurated from Shikarpur to Sukkur
Sindh govt to cover 50% bus fare; passengers to pay remaining half, says official.
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'Two fantastic people': Trump all praise again for PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir after Hormuz breakthrough
Calls them 'great', thanks Pakistan as well
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PM Shehbaz approves Rs32.12 per litre cut in high-speed diesel price
The price of diesel has been reduced from Rs385.54 to Rs353.43 per litre
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Farmers struggle with climate shifts
Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and shifting seasons are severely impacting crop yields
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Bushra Bibi undergoes eye surgery, returns to Adiala after overnight hospital stay: jail authorities
Retinal detachment diagnosed in right eye after examination, family visits for over an hour after surgery
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IRSA raises water releases from major reservoirs, boosting hydropower output
Tarbela discharge rises from 8,000 to 30,000 cusecs, while Mangla releases around 15,000 cusecs
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Sindh govt warns cheating students will be barred from future board exams
Ex-controller examinations sent show cause notice over irregularities, including delays, late issuance of admit cards
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Aurangzeb appreciates China’s IMF support, advances economic cooperation during Washington meetings
Both sides reaffirm commitment to strengthen economic cooperation and strategic partnership
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SFD signs agreement to extend $3b deposit with SBP
FinMin witnesses signing ceremony of an 'important financial agreement' in Washington, DC
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Road projects announced for G-B
Projects include the construction of a 54-kilometer road from Astore to Chilam Chowki
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Pakistan keeps faith in US-Iran deal prospects
FO signals ongoing mediation role for Islamabad in talks
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PSX surges over 4,000 points to close near 174,000 mark
Weekly gains touch 6,747 points as investors chase gains amid hopes of Middle East resolution
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Gold rates retreat after three-day rise
Price of 24-carat gold per tola falls by Rs3,300 in Pakistan
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PM seeks relaxation in honorarium policy
President, PM may grant unlimited performance rewards as govt pursues austerity
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FX drops $1.3b on Eurobond payment
Experts say Saudi deposits will bolster forex holdings and help meet IMF-linked targets
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FinMin projects 4% growth
Says Pakistan ready for inaugural Panda Bond alongside exploring other financing avenues
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CA posts $1.07b surplus in March
Automobile production surges 62% in eight months, sugar output up 29%
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Port Qasim to get 400-acre industrial estate
Minister announces infrastructure-first development, 60% port charges cut
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Auto policy shrouded in secrecy
Industry fears lack of transparency as govt finalises regime behind closed doors
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UK, Pakistan launch geoscience capability drive
Minister warns against hydrocarbon dependence as British envoy praises peace efforts
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Stocks maintain positive momentum
KSE-100 index gains 1,392 points on Saudi inflows, peace moves
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NA panel approves SEZ land giveaway
Developers to get state land free of cost, courts barred from taking up disputes
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PSX jumps nearly 1,400 points on sustained buying interest
Bullish momentum accelerates as $2billion Saudi inflow boosts sentiment, strengthens outlook for external stability
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Pakistan receives $2b from Saudi Arabia: SBP
FinMin confirms financial bailout, aimed at helping the country meet its external financing needs
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Gold, silver prices move up in Pakistan tracking global trends
The US dollar falls to its lowest level in six weeks, making greenback-denominated commodities
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EU warns against investment delay
Adidas among 20 firms to visit Islamabad; envoy flags child rights issue
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UK's Starmer pleads ignorance over Mandelson, resists pressure to resign
Opposition demands answers as Mandelson vetting scandal pressurises PM
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Iran FM announces Hormuz's opening for all commercial vessels till ceasefire's remaining duration
Says decision is in line with the ceasefire in Lebanon; Trump says 'thank you' on Truth Social
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'Two fantastic people': Trump all praise again for PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir after Hormuz breakthrough
Calls them 'great', thanks Pakistan as well
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Hamas-US Cairo talks end ‘without tangible progress’ on Gaza ceasefire's second phase
Source says Israel has not adhered to agreed withdrawal lines, including so-called ‘Yellow Line’
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US mulls releasing $20b in frozen Iranian assets in lieu of its enriched uranium stockpile: report
Trump maintains US will 'get' Iran's enriched uranium without sending any money to Tehran
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President Erdogan says global order on ‘dangerous threshold’, calls for diplomacy and stability
Erdogan calls crisis moral, existential; says Gaza shows limits of global order beyond humanitarian view
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A new, forceful Pope Leo steps onto the world stage
Experts say the change in rhetoric reflects Leo's growing concern with the direction of global leadership
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Europe may face flight cancellations by end of May over jet fuel shortages, IATA warns
IEA says outlook hinges on Europe replacing Middle East supply, source of 75% of jet fuel imports
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Australian former soldier gets bail on Afghanistan war crime charges
Police arrested, charged Ben Roberts-Smith, 47, with five counts of war crimes between 2009 and 2012
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Oil falls by over 11% after Iran FM declares Strait of Hormuz open
Brent fell $11.12 to $88.27; WTI dropped $11.40 to $83.29 amid sharp declines in oil prices
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Trump says Iran war should end 'soon', Hezbollah should support truce
President Zardari, PM Shehbaz welcome Israel-Lebanon ceasefire announcement
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EU to restore Syria relations, strengthen trade and security ties, document shows
Brussels plans renewed Syria engagement, balancing sanctions relief with political leverage
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Israeli attacks kill 4 Palestinians, including child, in latest Gaza ceasefire violations
2 brothers killed in drone strike in northern Gaza, child shot dead in Gaza City
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Rohingya sea crossings hit record death toll in 2025, UNHCR says
Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal
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Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, seeks end to war across region
Deputy minister Khatibzadeh says Hormuz to remain open but new rules may apply on sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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Rybakina, Gauff reach Stuttgart Open quarters
Andreeva will now face Iga Swiatek
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Villa and Forest reach Europa League semis
Emery's team swatted aside Bologna with a 4-0 victory
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Eta wants focus on football
Union are seven points from relegation playoff with five games left
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Silva to leave Man City
He has scored 76 goals and provided 77 assists to date
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Qayyum weightlifting club wins Peshawar Inter-Club Championship
Khanullah named best weightlifter as Legends Club takes second, Pak Club finishes third
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Pakistan beat Sri Lanka 2–0, set up final clash against arch-rival India in ITF Asia 12
PTF president, secretary general and the entire management congratulated the team on their impressive victory
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Kingsmen extend winning streak in PSL
Perera, Irfan and Labuschagne guided their side to a five-wicket win over Rawalpindiz
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Alcaraz withdraws from Barcelona Open
The Spaniard exited early with a wrist injury
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World Cup security planning delayed
Homeland security official says ongoing shutdown has affected planning
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Arsenal survive Sporting stalemate
Gunners won 1–0 on aggregate to reach Champions League semis
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Bayern Munich reach UCL semi-finals
Goals from Diaz and Olise seal victory against Real Madrid
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Domenicali urges Verstappen to respect F1
Four-time world champion has strongly criticised the hybrid engine rules
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Karachi Kings sign Jason Roy
Change confirmed after Waseem and Tanveer’s UAE call-up
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Asian Cup draw set for May 9
It will be held at Diriyah’s At-Turaif District
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Stokes targets Durham comeback
England captain aims to play three first-class games








































































































