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Two women held in gold jewellery heist in Faisalabad
CCTV footage leads to recovery of gold worth millions
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LHCBA to hold first-ever biometric elections
The bar has already begun registering voters
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Timber thieves attack forest guard in Sadiqabad
Thieves steal the wood, issue threats to officials
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PHC extends protective bail for CM, lawmakers
Fresh reports sought from federal government, relevant authorities
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School timings changed in K-P’s four districts due to fog
Schools to start at 9am instead of 8am
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Geo-strategic calculus of Pakistan and India
Sindoor 1.0 was a failure, but it was not given a state burial
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Restructuring the military system
Pakistan’s military reforms must preserve unity of command, avoid bureaucratic control over emerging warfighting tools
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Exploring the intersection of art and activism
A tribute to Salima Hashmi’s new exhibition, where four women artists dismantle power, identity and aesthetic norms
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Climate change and Karachi
A UN report warns Karachi faces extreme urban heat risks, exposing vulnerable citizens to worsening climate threats
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Economic dilemma
Pakistan’s central bank warns stabilisation model collapsing, urging reforms to shift the economy toward real growth
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Iran's 'blank cheque'
Iran’s “unconditional support” gives Pakistan a rare diplomatic opening as border security challenges intensify
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The IMF's superficial assessment of corruption
Their diagnosis is superficial because it fails to acknowledge underlying reasons corruption persists in Pakistan
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K-P CM continues sit-in outside Adiala Jail after visit to PTI founder denied again
Negotiations between representatives of K-P CM, Adiala Jail administration underway
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Punjab bans petrol-powered Qingqis, motorcycles to curb smog
Provincial govt approves tough penalties for burning plastic, rubber and other materials that emit toxic smoke
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Alibaba unveils Quark AI glasses in China to challenge Meta’s lead in wearables
Quark glasses start at 1,899 yuan and run on Alibaba’s Qwen AI, offering a regular eyewear design
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Spinner, Humpback dolphins found dead along Balochistan coast
Harmful commercial fishing practices, particularly unregulated trawling, are likely factors in the dolphins’ deaths
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EU could hit X with fine before 2025 ends
X faced the EU’s first content-law probe in 2023, but no penalty or action has followed since
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Sri Lanka edge Pakistan by six runs in T20I Tri-Series
Chameera’s nerves and Mishara’s batting brilliance sealed a thrilling six-run victory for the visitors
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Lawyers march against 26th, 27th amendments in Rawalpindi
Punjab Bar leaders call amendments an attack on judicial independence
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22 terrorists killed in DI Khan IBO: ISPR
Sanitisation operation underway to eliminate any remaining 'Indian-sponsored' terrorists in the area, says ISPR
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Sri Lanka floods, landslides kill 40 with 21 missing after week of torrential rain
Sri Lanka’s northeast monsoon has intensified due to a depression east of the island, officials said
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Three Chinese citizens killed in Tajik-Afghan border clash
Foreign ministry says drone and gun attack hit Chinese company workers in the south
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Bangladesh jails ousted PM Sheikh Hasina for 21 years on corruption charges
Hasina, 78, living in India, defies orders to return after receiving a death sentence in absentia
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K-P to spend Rs100b to restore Peshawar's lost glory
CM Sohail Afridi says Peshawar is the face of K-P, its development and beautification cannot be delayed
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Pakistan targets $15 billion in IT exports by 2030
IT minister says Rinova AI-RCM Matter deal to bring AI medical billing, create thousands of skilled jobs in Pakistan
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Peshawar High Court orders PTA to remove 'immoral' content from TikTok
Seeks activation of social media regulator, directs Social Welfare Dept to submit report on incidents of violence
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National Guard shooting suspect served alongside US army in Afghanistan: US media
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, wounded two soldiers before he was shot and taken to the hospital
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India withdraws from Oxford Union debate, Pakistan awarded points by default
Indian speakers withdrew without offering any substantive explanation, says the Pakistan High Commission in London
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Pakistan, Russia join hands to combat corrupt market practices
Sign MoU for collaboration in cartel investigations, merger control and action against deceptive marketing
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NA passes resolution against Indian defence minister's remarks on Sindh
Lawmakers declare Singh's comments 'highly condemnable', term it an assault on country's sovereignty
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Sindh announce squad for 15th National Women’s Softball Championship
Mercline Perwaiz has been appointed as the team captain
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35th National Games torch relay arrives at CWU
More than 11,000 athletes and officials from provinces and government departments are set to take part in the Games
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UAE says nearly 500 Pakistani visas processed daily despite Senate being informed of halt
UAE ambassador says measures such as online applications, new visa centre to speed up travel for Pakistani nationals
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India's Test team appear vulnerable at home
They suffered a 2-0 defeat against South Africa at home
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Head worried about firing up Eng quicks
He struck a brilliant 83-ball 123 as a makeshift opener
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PSX surges past 165k milestone as optimism builds over IMF meeting
The benchmark reclaimed the market's key psychological level on a closing basis for the first time in 25 days
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Marriage can’t be forced when both spouses say 'No': LHC rules
Court made clear no principle of Islamic law, statutory law, equity permits forcing a wife to remain in marriage
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Pakistan, Bahrain to boost economic cooperation: PM Shehbaz
PM says upcoming Pakistan-GCC FTA will strengthen trade, invites Bahraini investors
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Imaan Mazari objects to state counsel's withdrawal from tweets case
Requests court to summon former counsel as 'he is the first state counsel we trusted'
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My country is my home: Mahira Khan stands by her statement on Pak-India conflict
'Neelofar' actor shares why she chose to speak out amid high cross-border tension during May
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Karachi introduces dedicated ambulance lane for faster emergency access
After removing illegal structures, authorities create a clear, uninterrupted emergency route, says DC District South
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IHC summons DIG over woman, children abduction case
Case linked to ongoing financial dispute involving former PIA CEO
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Germany eye revenge in Nations League showdown with Spain
They host the reigning world champions in Friday's first leg in Kaiserslautern
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Gimenez snatches Atletico dramatic late win over Inter Milan
Gimenez’s stoppage-time header sealed 2-1 win over Inter Milan, handing the Italians their first defeat of the season
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PIA privatisation delayed again, expected in late December
PIA’s name, branding will remain unchanged after privatisation
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Mbappe hits four as Real Madrid hold off Olympiacos in thriller
He scored the second fastest hat-trick in the Champions League history
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PSG beat Spurs in crazy Champions League clash
Vitinha delivers hat-trick to seal 5–3 victory over Tottenham
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Arteta revels in Arsenal's win against 'best team' Bayern
Gunners go three points clear of second-placed PSG in the Champions League table
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Liverpool misery deepens in dismal PSV rout
Dutch giants net four to hand the Reds a crushing home defeat
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Road closures, traffic updates for Tri-nations cricket series in Rawalpindi
Citizens are requested to cooperate with traffic authorities, remain patient
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Terrorist attacks drop 42% in April
Casualties decline for second straight month, reveals report
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PM forms panel on One Constitution Avenue row
All administrative actions put on hold pending the committee's findings
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FM Dar confirms release of ex-senator Mushtaq Ahmad after Israeli forces intercept flotilla
Mushtaq says he was 'kidnapped' from international waters, calling it a violation of international law
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Punjab announces new kite flying rules for Basant 2027, sets strict safety rules
December 30 deadline set for implementation, violations to be treated as punishable offences
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3 injured in terrorist drone attack on cricket ground in K-P's Bajaur
Attack was carried out using a quadcopter while a cricket match was in progress in Mamund tehsil
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III International Lazgi Dance Festival concludes in Uzbekistan
Writers and artists from 80 countries worldwide attended the international cultural event
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PMD issues alert for hailstorms, heavy rain across country from May 2
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa is likely to be worst affected, severe weather may trigger landslides in northern areas
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Punjab government’s austerity drive falls under scrutiny
Rs20–30 billion are spent annually on government vehicles despite 50 per cent austerity cuts
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PM Shehbaz orders operationalisation of virtual asset regulatory system
Stresses regulatory system to boost investor confidence in digital economy sector in meeting with PVARA chairman
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Four in 10 children in high-risk areas found with lead in blood: study
Experts warn early childhood lead exposure can cause irreversible brain damage affecting learning and behaviour
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PM constitutes high-level committee over One Constitution Avenue dispute, stays official action
PM issues directives after authorities move to vacate Avenue post-IHC ruling
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2 new polio cases confirmed in K-P as total reaches three in 2026
Fresh cases reported in Bannu and North Waziristan, posing a continued risk to children’s well-being
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Energy minister announces end of load management across the country
Leghari says additional gas supplies, which were purchased on spot rates, have arrived in the country
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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz call for protection of workers’ dignity on Labour Day
Leadership reaffirms commitment to fair wages and social protection
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Human capital ranking falls
Faces 'skill trap' on low education outcomes, minimal training
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Fuel, power tariffs drive SPI up 14.52%
Weekly inflation climbs 0.62%; food prices also escalate
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ME conflict to slow MENAP economies: IMF
Pakistan's programme on track but energy, food costs and remittances at risk
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Exporters decry high costs, policy neglect
Pakistan Apparel Forum warns of industrial shutdown as production costs hit record high
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Steps on to execute refinery policy
SIFC urges relevant ministries to resolve sales tax waiver issue
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Pakistan, S Korea agree to speedily finalise CEPA
Jam Kamal assures Korean counterpart of addressing challenges faced by companies
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'Pay workers before sweat dries,' says minister
BISP chairperson reaffirms social protection for working-class families
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PSX slides 4.5% as geopolitics rattle investors
KSE-100 sheds 7,678 points amid US-Iran tensions, oil shock & rate hike
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Credit flow weakness limits growth potential
Research cites funding remains misaligned with sectoral dynamics
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Asia shares find hope in tech resilience, oil off peak
Asia rallies as oil pulls back from peak, tech earnings lift spirits and Japan steadies yen
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War can cost Pakistan $10b to $68b
Fallout may halve exports, slash remittances by 40%, push inflation to 17%
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SBP reserves jump $730m on Eurobond
Central bank deposits climb to $15.8b; gold gains on softer dollar
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Pakistan fights US forced labour probe
Steering committee approves draft submission as public hearing runs from April 28 to May 14
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FBR's tax shortfall hits Rs683b
Revenue collection reaches Rs10.26tr; IMF approves two-step fuel tax hike
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UK man appears in court over stabbing of two Jewish men in London
Remanded in custody until his next appearance at London's Old Bailey court on May 15
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Iran submits latest deal proposal to Pakistan; White House declines comment
Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei rebukes US' war of aggression, challenges war justifications
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Trump's attacks on Europe's leaders worsen transatlantic frost
More worrying for Europe, the US has floated punishing NATO allies over Iran support.
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UN chief Guterres says money owed by US is 'non-negotiable'
Says UN will reform to be more effective, cost-efficient, and deliver for people
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Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest
Dujarric added that the only viable political solution in Myanmar "must be based on immediate cessation of violence
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Bangladesh seals Boeing jet deal, shifts from Airbus
Boeing will supply a mix of narrow-body and wide-body aircraft, including 10 787 Dreamliners and four 737 MAX jets
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Lebanon hunger crisis deepens
Conditions going from bad to worse in Gaza
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Guterres rebukes US over dues
US demanded that cost-cutting include overhauling the UN pension system
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Afghan linked to2021 Kabul airport attack convicted
Prosecutors said Sharifullah helped the Islamic State group's Afghanistan affiliate
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Wang tells Rubio Taiwan is 'biggest risk' in ties
Wang and Rubio last met in-person in Munich in February
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Iran's supreme leader strikes a defiant note
Mojtaba stakes Tehran claim on Hormuz
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Why Pakistan has emerged as the pivotal mediator in the Iran conflict
Gulf states trust Pakistan’s role; Islamabad leads regional talks, keeps close Saudi, UAE ties
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says new management of Strait of Hormuz 'will bring calm'
Iran leader says Gulf future without US, new Hormuz rules to boost stability, economy
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Iran warns US of ‘prolonged, painful blows’ amid reports of potential strike plans
'We have seen the fate of your bases in the region; we will also see your vessels,' says IRGC Aerospace Force chief
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Trump criticises Germany's Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran
Germany says it is prepared for possible US troop cuts, stresses importance of transatlantic ties
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'Saudi backers are fully behind Newcastle'
The Saudi backers took control at St James' Park in October 2021
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Flick happy Raphinha back for Barca
Barcelona are 11 points clear of second-place Real Madrid
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FIFA to review ticket strategy
The strategy will be reviewed for 2030 World Cup
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PSG closing in on another French title
They are top, six points clear of challengers Lens with four games to play
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Formula One drivers welcome rule tweaks
Most drivers said the changes would reduce dangers
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Arsenal aim to extend EPL lead
They are going toe-to-toe with Man City in the title race
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T-Wolves eliminate Denver Nuggets
Sixth-seeded Minnesota will play the San Antonio Spurs in the semis
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Fixture pile-up no excuse for Man City in title race: Guardiola
Guardiola's second-placed side are three points behind leaders Arsenal
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Wood punishes Digne blunder
Forest earn Europa semi-final lead against Villa
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LIV Golf looking for new partners
Saudi Arabia reportedly will stop financing at the end of the season
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Antonelli bids for F1 hat-trick
The Formula 1 action returns in Miami this week
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Afghan women footballers celebrate 'historic moment'
They will in future be eligible to qualify for the Women's World Cup
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Parker leaves Burnley after relegation
Their fate was confirmed after a home defeat by Man City
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Sawe receives hero's welcome in Kenya
He made history in London marathon on Sunday
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Champion Zhao Xintong succumbs to 'Crucible curse'
He suffered a 13-10 quarter-final defeat against Shaun Murphy










































































































