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Women commission’s work stays halted
Chairperson, members not appointed by Punjab govt
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Oil rises after big draw in inventories
Brent crude oil futures rose 29 cents to $73.72 a barrel
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Opel to be 100% electric in Europe
Carmakers around the world have started setting timetables to phase out petrol and diesel vehicles
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Markets down over Fed signal
Hong Kong stocks opened lower, extending losses into a seventh day
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State Bank reserves rise $1.1b to $17.2b
Increase comes following receipt of $1b from China, $440m from World Bank
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Indus Motor, Suzuki reduce car prices
Industry players expected to introduce hybrid electric vehicles under new auto policy
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Salt association seeks end to sales tax
Official says sector has potential to earn $1b through exports
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Zomato eyes $1.3b IPO
"We are disrupting the Indian habit of home-cooked food"
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WAPDA gives K-IV contract to joint venture
Rs1.14b project awarded through international competitive bidding
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CCOE snubs gas companies
Grills ministry for not implementing cabinet’s decision to award idle capacity
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Circular debt rose by Rs260b this year, panel told
Power division officials say K-Electric a defaulter of Rs61b
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Punjab’s ADP utilisation at highest in 10 years
Province uses 97% of funds, or Rs300.77b, against allocation of Rs308b
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Rupee hits 5-month low in inter-bank market
Closes at Rs159.33 against greenback due to rising import payments
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Pakistan asks India to dismantle terror infrastructure
FO rebuts Indian external affairs ministry denying New Delhi's role in Johar Town blast
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Honesty is best policy: Lahore traffic wardens return lost Rs1m to owner
Traffic warden Zubair says he along with Constable Subah Sadiq found a bag full of money lying on the road
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US military mission in Afghanistan to end August 31: Biden
US military 'achieved' its goals in the country — killing Osama bin Laden, degrading al Qaeda, says President Biden
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Review board orders release of TLP chief
Says govt only wants extension in Saad's detention on the basis of ‘fears’
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We must stay abreast of evolving regional situation, says Gen Qamar
Army chief visits Mangla Corps, briefed about operational preparedness and training, says ISPR
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Omar Hameed appointed new secretary election commission
Incumbent Dr Akhtar Nazir ‘repatriated on account of his verbal request on personal grounds’, reads notification
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Foreign exchange: SBP reserves rise $1.1b to $17.2b
Increase comes following receipt of $1b from China, $440m from World Bank
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Taliban say they do not seek to seize power in Afghanistan militarily
There has been a rapid deterioration in security as US withdraws its forces after 20 years
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Market watch: Led by cement and steel, stocks soar 805 points
Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 1.7% to settle at 48,053.17
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PM warns of looming fourth Covid wave
Imran urges nation to strictly follow SOPs; take special care on Eidul Azha
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Singapore investors urged to set up industries in CPEC SEZs
CPEC chairman terms opportunity a "win-win" situation for investors
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FO pays tribute to slain Kashmiri freedom fighter Burhan Wani
FO praises 'selfless contribution to just struggle for right to self-determination of Kashmiri people'
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Sino-Pak ties based on ‘unique level of trust’: FM
Qureshi says Pakistan desires to maintain a multifaceted relationship with China
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Mufti Taqi Usmani says safe after attempted knife attack in Karachi
Attacker captured and handed over to police
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Spending on crypto-linked cards topped $1 billion, says Visa
Company said it was partnering with 50 cryptocurrency platforms to make it easier for customers to convert and spend
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TikTok lets users apply for jobs with video resumes
Under "TikTok Resumes" program, companies including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Target Corp will accept video resumes
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Why Shahroz Sabzwari decided to marry Sadaf Kanwal
In a tete-a-tete with Nida Yasir, the couple opened up about their relationship and how they met for the first time
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All foreign nationals will be registered: Sheikh Rashid
Rashid says foreigners will be issued special cards to open bank accounts; rules out talks with India
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Nawaz’s domicile better than mine: Zardari
Former president says now he will not ask PML-N supreme leader to return to country
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Blaze at Dubai port after loud blast under control
Dubai police said three of the 130 containers on the ship held flammable materials
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Govt to issue travel vouchers to MPs
Lawmakers could enchase up to 70% amount of vouchers
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PTI govt put economy on right track: minister
Fawad Chaudhry says PM Imran to address AJK election rallies as PTI chairman
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OIC SG underscores principal stance on J&K dispute: FO
Spokesperson says OIC categorically rejected India’s unilateral actions since 5 Aug 2019.
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ATC summons witness in Rangers murder case
Court directs prosecution's witness to ensure his presence on next hearing at all costs
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Karachi fears fourth wave ahead of Eid
If Covid-19 cases increase and people delay vaccinations, there will be no option left but to re-impose restrictions
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Police swing into action to curb crime
Several suspects rounded up for involvement in robberies, auto thefts
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SHC seeks layout plan of cattle market
Directs IO to submit challan in BTK attack case
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KMC administrator reviews pre-monsoon arrangements
Administer says that 12 heavy pumps will be installed on the hotspots
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South region’s autonomy dreams remain unfulfilled
Provincial administration has backtracked on its initial plans to grant the South Secretariat a free hand
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Minor maid ousted at midnight
CP&WB takes custody of girl, efforts under way to find parents
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Mufti Aziz’s sons granted pre-arrest bail
The men had allegedly threatened student who lodged FIR accusing cleric of sexually assaulting him.
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S Punjab to get 32% job quota: CM
Says more funds will be allocated for underprivileged areas
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Woman ‘sexually assaulted’
Police have began a hunt for the suspects.
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Panchayat expels youth, family over marital dispute
Police register cases against seven suspects including relatives of couple
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Five suspects nabbed for molesting teenage boy
Police say action was taken in light of victim’s medical reports
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Arrangements finalised to set up 12 cattle markets
Teams of livestock dept will continue anti-congo spray at main entries of cattle markets
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Police swoop down on drug peddlers; 30 caught
Raids carried out at 2,000 narcotics selling points in upscale localities
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Punjab residents to enjoy four-day weekend, says CM Maryam
She encourages public to use extended break positively, hoping residents spend time relaxing and refreshing
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Pakistan ranks lowest in South Asia on literacy despite slow gains, FAFEN says
Review shows literacy at 63%, well below regional average of 78%
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K-P CM Afridi meets PM Shehbaz amid Tirah displacement row
PM stresses cooperation for law and order; Afridi says more meetings expected but no talk on Imran meeting
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Security forces kill 22 more terrorists in Balochistan as three-day toll hits 177
Overnight follow-up operations continue after coordinated BLA attacks across the province
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IHC extends ban on tree cutting in Islamabad till Feb 13
CDA's lawyer says trees removed to make way for a monument of the Ma’araka-e-Haq in the capital
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Saudi Arabia suspends 1,800 foreign Umrah travel agencies
Decision will not impact pilgrims who have already obtained visas or made prior bookings
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ICC criticises Pakistan’s selective World Cup participation
Governing body says skipping India match undermines spirit of global tournament
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Islamabad's forests under assault
Weak enforcement and institutional silence threaten the capital's natural heritage
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Pakistan stands because of army, says Pir Pagara
Orders followers to educate their children, give them skills
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Polio vaccination drive starts today
Polio vaccination campaign in Karachi aims to vaccinate over 2.1 million children
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Kazakhstan President Tokayev to visit Pakistan on February 3–4
Will hold talks with President Zardari, PM Shehbaz; will address Pakistan-Kazakhstan Business Forum
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Pakistan engages BD, Philippines on labour
Salik's meetings at Abu Dhabi Dialogue cover migrant welfare, vocational training
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World condemns Balochistan attacks
US, UAE, France, Saudi Arabia, UK, and Turkey express solidarity with Pakistan
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WB chief visits heritage site
Banga offers prayers, partakes in langar during visit to Sri Panja Sahib
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President urges protection of wetlands
Zardari highlights ecological, cultural, and climate significance of wetlands
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Gold falls $215 per ounce as prices slide for third straight session
Price of gold per tola falls by Rs21,500 in Pakistan
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Global inflation to fall to 3.8% this year, says IMF chief
MD Georgieva says that global growth has held up 'remarkably well' amid geopolitical shifts
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Pakistan's broken economic contract
Structural flaws, policy zigzags and neglect of people continue to drag the economy downwards
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When seeds become a strategic risk
Shift towards imported hybrid seeds is shrinking Basmati acreage, weakening export capacity
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The deadly cost of ignoring fire safety
Pakistan's fire safety laws exist; the tragedy lies in systemic failure to enforce them
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As EU and India move closer, where does Pakistan stand?
Islamabad should prepare for comprehensive trade deal with Brussels rather than relying on preferences alone
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The IMF programme dilemma
Until Pakistan embarks on supply-side growth plan, it will not be last IMF loan
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SBP promises action against banks
Traders say holding funds without justification disrupts business
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China firms eye agri investment in Pakistan
Symposium discusses crop research, smart farming, education links, poultry projects
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HRL signs pact with Uzbekistan
Memorandum focuses on smart cities, industrial projects and technology transfer
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Warsh 'regime change' faces steep hurdles
Former Fed official faces challenge of translating long-standing criticism into actionable reforms
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Equities retreat on geopolitics, rate hold
KSE-100 slides nearly 5,000 points, or 2.6% WoW, as investors turn cautious
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Boeing reaches labour deal with 1,600 workers
The contract, which expires in late 2030, was approved with 85% of votes cast
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Export Refinance Scheme rate slashed to 4.5%
300bps reduction in ERS rate, power relief to lift textiles, cement and steel
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'Ocean awareness critical for sustainable development'
Minister says education equips youth to contribute to marine conservation and blue economy
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Slump in commodities rattles global markets
Gold slides 9% to its lowest in more than two weeks, silver falls more than 13%
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Global inflation to fall to 3.8% this year, says IMF chief
MD Georgieva says that global growth has held up 'remarkably well' amid geopolitical shifts
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Trump voices hope for Iran deal
Remarks come after Ayatollah Khamenei accuses US of fuelling anti-government protests
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US will have ‘very substantial’ response if Canada enacts trade deal with China: Trump
Carney praised new US-China trade deal in Beijing; Trump warns of serious consequences
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Iranian official says Revolutionary Guards have no plan to hold military exercises in the Gulf
Iran speaker says EU militaries are “terrorist groups” under Iranian law over IRGC row.
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Russia's Medvedev says victory will come soon in Ukraine war
Zelenskiy: US-backed Ukraine-Russia talks next week in Abu Dhabi as energy truce uncertain
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US attack on Iran would spark regional conflict, warns Khamenei
Supreme Leader warns of retaliation as US builds naval presence; diplomatic solution still being explored
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Iran labels EU armies ‘terrorist groups’ after IRGC designation
Tehran warned of retaliatory steps, including possible expulsion of EU military attaches
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Epstein email claims Modi danced, sang in Israel on advice to please US president
India confirms 2017 Israel visit but rejects characterisation cited in Epstein email
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From Washington to London and beyond, Epstein shadowed all
Newly released trove of files reveals a network of powerful figures who remained in the disgraced financier’s orbit
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Israel to partially reopen Rafah crossing for limited pedestrian use
After months of closure, the vital Egypt-Gaza gateway reopens Sunday for wounded civilians, cleared individuals
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Trump says India will buy Venezuelan oil instead of Iran
US lifts sanctions on Venezuela to lure major buyers away from Russia, Iran
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Iran says progress made towards US talks
One killed in gas leak blast in Bandar Abbas
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Notable names in the Epstein file dump
Justice Department releases millions of Epstein files, denying White House interference in charged investigation
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All-round Ayub powers Pakistan to 22-run win over Australia in first T20I
Batting first, Pakistan managed only 168 for 8, Ayub and Abrar restricted Australia to 146 in the series opener
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Bangladesh approves shooting team's India tour
They barred their cricket team from visiting the country
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Djokovic eyes semi-final nemesis Sinner
He is eyeing one more major crown to move past Margaret Court
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PSB announces daily allowance for player
They national squad would receive $115 per day
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Real Madrid face Champions League play-off
They suffered a 4-2 defeat against Benfica
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Supreme Sabalenka crushes Svitolina to reach Australian Open final
The top-seeded Belarusian will bid for a third crown at Melbourne Park
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PSG and Real Madrid miss automatic qualification
Los Blancos were beaten 4-2 at Jose Mourinho's Benfica
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Fawad Sarwar says PSL-IPL clash doesn’t bother him
He vows to upgrade Niaz Stadium in Hyderabad
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New Zealand thrash India to end losing streak
The Black Caps thumped the hosts by 50 runs in the fourth T20I
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Rybakina downs Swiatek to move into Australian Open semi-finals
She defeated Swiatek 7-5 6-1 at Melbourne Park
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‘No malice in Brook's century celebration’
Root says he thinks you can work it out if you've ever watched wrestling
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Hadjar crashes new car in Barcelona pre-season testing
The 21-year-old Frenchman lost control at the final corner in the afternoon
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Champion Sinner extends Shelton stranglehold
He books Djokovic showdown in semifinal
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Pakistan name squad for Pro Hockey League
The same squad will also feature in the World Cup Qualifiers
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Pakistan say Australia ‘best’ World Cup preparation
Shadows cast on the Men in Green participation in the tournament











































































































