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Kuwait to use Pakistani ships for fuel supply
Iran clears way for 20 cargoes; vessels will bring diesel and jet fuel
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Gold surges to Rs476,000 amid US-Iran tensions
Safe-haven asset soars Rs3,900 per tola; rupee inches up to 279.16/$
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IMF seeks Rs15.6tr tax target
Govt resists as Fund proposes ending exemptions on fuel, housing and solar users
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Russell Brand's rape trial pushed to October
Comedian, actor faces much-publicised litigation on multiple sexual assault charges
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Development of 'Harry Potter' Season 2 gets underway
HBO aims to avoid long gap between seasons of popular series
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Spotify takes major step towards tackling misattributed music
Rolls out new 'Artist Profile Protection' feature to give musicians greater control over their identity
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Khuzdar by-election deferred over security
ECP postpones NA-256 vote at Balochistan govt request
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Gas pipeline blown up in Quetta
Blast occurred in the Akhtarabad area near the Western Bypass
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Gas supply disrupted in Balochistan as terrorists blow up pipeline in Harnai
Terrorists planted and detonated explosives beneath the pipeline near the western bypass
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Israel passes law mandating death penalty for Palestinian prisoners
Critics say bill targets West Bank Palestinians, pushing military courts to impose death penalty
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Independence - bestowal or blunder
Poverty festers like an open wound
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Ceremonial local governments
Even in developed world, empowered local governments wield immense economic power and fiscal authority
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No man's sea
In December 2025, Israel formally recognised Somaliland – self-governed state since 1991 without a UN seat
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Climate readiness
Climate risks intensify in Pakistan, with weak urban planning, poor readiness deepening vulnerability
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Poverty surge
Poverty surges to alarming levels as inflation, inequality, weak growth erode Pakistan’s economic stability
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Fence-mending move
Four-nation talks show promise, but ceasefire hopes hinge on trust, diplomacy, wider stakeholder consensus
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The storyteller's contribution
Tracy Kidder, American narrative journalist, told powerful stories of change in schools, Haiti’s TB wards, and Boston
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Indian govt planning false flag operation using Pakistani prisoners: sources
Hundreds of Pakistanis, including Kashmiris, in Indian custody may face forced exploitation against Pakistan
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3m Indian officials to begin counting world’s biggest population
Decade-long population survey to begin April 1; citizens can register online for a short window
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Lahore Qalandars imposes Rs1m fine on Shaheen Afridi for security protocol breach
Franchise appreciates security personnel's efforts for their crucial role in maintaining safe and secure environment
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NASA set for first crewed moon return in over half a century
Three US, one Canadian astronaut set for 10-day Orion mission, venturing deeper into space
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UK not 'getting dragged' into Middle East conflict, PM Starmer reiterates
Starmer says he will act in national interest, avoid Middle East war, and protect living standards
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What could Trump achieve by threatening Iran’s Kharg Island?
Trump warns failure to reach deal could see US 'obliterate' Iran’s key oil export hub
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Pakistani ships to transport diesel, jet fuel from Kuwait via Strait of Hormuz
Development takes place after a meeting between petroleum minister and Kuwait’s ambassador in Islamabad
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Iran war 'shock' is dimming outlook for many economies, IMF says
IMF says war from Feb 28 strikes causing global asymmetric shock, tightening financial conditions
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Body of Karachi man martyred in Israeli missile attack on Iran still awaits repatriation
Yasir went to Iran on a work visa, died in a missile strike on a tugboat at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port
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Widespread rain, thunderstorms expected across country from April 1: PMD
A westerly wave is expected to approach southwestern parts of Balochistan on April 1 and persist until April 4
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Bab al-Mandeb Strait: Iran war places another vital shipping route at risk
Experts warn that sustained disruption of the strait could ripple through oil markets and infrastructure
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Diesel stocks present for 23–24 days with petrol availability 'comfortable', fuel price committee told
Crude oil stocks currently provide around 11 days of cover
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China urges US-Iran talks as soon as possible, praises Pakistan mediation
Says it supports mediation and stands ready to work with Pakistan and others to end hostility
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Gaza death toll from Israeli onslaught nears 72,300
Health ministry says at least 704 people killed and over 1,900 injured by Israeli forces since ceasefire
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PCB fines Naseem Shah Rs20m for violating contract over social media post
Says his social media adviser has already been terminated
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PMDC seeks explanation over filming patients during procedure at Lahore’s Lady Willingdon Hospital
Issues formal notices to hospital administration and doctors allegedly involved in recording and sharing video
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India’s JioStar terminates Bangladesh IPL cricket broadcast deal, letter shows
JioStar says local partners have defaulted on payments
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EU council chief reaffirms support for Pakistan's Mideast peace efforts in call with PM Shehbaz
Premier shares latest developments on Pakistan's mediation efforts to de-escalate crisis with Antonio Costa
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Punjab announces resumption of school classes from April 1
Provincial govt rubbishes alleged notification falsely stating schools would adopt 'four-day working week'
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Labuschagne backs team to improve in PSL 11
The Hyderabad Kingsmen captain reflects on first PSL experience
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Fakhar Zaman charged with ball-tampering in PSL match
The batter was caught playing with the ball during Karachi clash
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Tudor tenure ends in turmoil
The Croatian's departure leaves Spurs sitting precariously in 17th place
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Sonam Kapoor welcomes second child in heartfelt social media post
'Welcome to the world, my little one, you are already so deeply loved,' says Anil Kapoor
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Italy hoping to scale World Cup 'Everest' ahead of Bosnia play-off showdown
Both sides aim to end a 12-year finals absence
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France beat Colombia in friendly
Doue hits brace, Thuram adds another in 3-1 win
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Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement
The four-time champion questions his place in the sport amid ongoing struggles
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Sinner overpowers Lehecka to win Miami Open
He beats Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to complete “Sunshine Double” without dropping a set
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In Canada's far north, some fret PM Carney's military plan overlooks everyday needs
Indigenous leaders warn Arctic militarisation may ignore urgent socioeconomic needs
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Dadu court acquits all accused in Ume Rubab Chandio's family murder case
Rubab says her spirits are high and she will challenge the verdict
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FM Dar to visit China for talks on regional tensions tomorrow
FO says two countries maintain close coordination, regular consultations on regional and international issues
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Heavy rain, floods kill 22 people in Afghanistan
Conditions remain "unstable" in parts of the country on Monday, with continued risk of further rain, flooding
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Sharjeel Memon inaugurates EV Taxi scheme in Karachi
Sindh minister says govt wants industrialists to set up EV manufacturing plants like in Dhabeji Special Economic Zone
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Sindh Rangers, police arrest suspect involved in extortion in Karachi's Lyari
Says the arrested suspect, during the investigation revealed making threatening calls to victims
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Renowned Urologist Dr Asif critically injured in targeted attack
Police say the doctor was attacked by unknown assailants while travelling in his car
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Pakistan, China discuss regional peace, strategic cooperation: FO
Both sides express concern over socio-economic impact of unrest; emphasise enhanced cooperation under CPEC 2.0
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Pakistan, China unveil 5-point Gulf peace plan
Jointly call for ceasefire, peace talks; urge civilian protection, safe shipping as Beijing eyes larger Middle East
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13 terrorists killed in two separate IBOs in K-P, military says
One operation conducted in Khyber, second operation in Bannu district
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Balochistan leadership backs austerity drive
CM Bugti vows relief for poor
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Senate panel raises alarm over drug prices
Urges govt to standardise criteria, curb student outflow
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Global leaders praise Pakistan's peace role
Iran's Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam also welcomed Islamabad's efforts
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PM orders crackdown on fuel smuggling
Meeting also examined proposals to provide relief to low-income segments of the society who face economic pressures
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OGRA jacks up LPG price by Rs79 per kg
Producer price for an 11.8kg cylinder was calculated at Rs3,101.25 for April, compared to Rs2,177.54 in March
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Iran's war chaos slows talks, Pakistan warns
Envoy to US says Tehran's war-torn state hinders rapid response
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Lawyers question impact of 27th Amendment
More than 56,000 cases still pending across top courts
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Centre, provinces agree on targeted fuel subsidy
Framework to ensure efficient, transparent petroleum support
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After allies snub, Trump rips NATO in angry outburst
Tells Europe to get own oil, fight as US 'won't help' France closes airspace to US military, Italy denies Sicilia
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KSE-100 surges over 7,400 points on Iran de-escalation hopes
PSX halts trading while KSE-30 surges 5% as peace prospects bring investor optimism back
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Chinese firms eye Nooriabad expansion
MoU-driven cooperation targets energy, agriculture and housing ventures
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NEPRA mulls Rs14.37b fuel cost hike
CPPA seeks fuel adjustment of Rs1.64 per unit
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PSX rebounds on investor trust
Index gains 1,900 points, driven by optimism about ME de-escalation
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Meeting pushes for value addition in fruits, fisheries
Kisan Ittehad team calls on SAPM; SMEDA to help farmers improve packaging, processing
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CPEC-II to prioritise industry, innovation
Officials stress Gwadar's rising role, push deeper business and education cooperation
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Pakistan, France to deepen energy ties
Envoy notes seamless fuel supply despite volatile regional markets
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Govt mulls Rs31b spending on wheat stocks
ECC approves food ministry's proposal of building strategic reserves amid regional situation
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SBP buys $12.4b to strengthen reserves
Absorbs $1.024b in Dec 2025 alone; rupee inches up to 279.15/$
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FBR misses tax target by Rs610b
ME conflict partly responsible for shortfall; collection reaches Rs9.3tr
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Electricity tariff relief hits Rs46.56 billion
Industrial rates fall Rs14.44 per unit; Jan-Feb adjustments show net relief
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PSX recovers strongly as KSE-100 gains 1,900 points by closing
Buying across key sectors, positive signals from US lift benchmark index past 148,700
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Gold prices rise further in local, international markets
Silver prices also record an upward trend
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Port Qasim cargo rises 8.2% despite fewer ships
Throughput hits 36.5m tonnes as larger vessel loads offset 1.3% drop in ship calls
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Oil reignites double-digit inflation
Composition shifts from food to energy, with 65% of monthly price hike
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Russian military transport plane crashes in Crimea, killing 29, defence ministry says
An-26 slams into cliff on planned flight over peninsula; technical malfunction suspected, no survivors reported
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Indonesia demands UN investigation into peacekeeper deaths, official says
Says that ongoing Israeli military operations have placed UN peacekeepers in Lebanon at grave risk
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Airline Emirates says Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE
Restrictions come amid heightened tensions between Iran, Gulf states
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US eyes a swift end to war as fresh attacks hit Gulf states and Iran
Trump claims that the exit could take place 'within two weeks, maybe three'
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Jailed Palestinians fear death by hanging without due process under new Israeli law
Law likely to be struck down by Israel court, executions unlikely, experts say
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Four Israeli soldiers killed in southern Lebanon
Israel to destroy 'all houses' near border
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Israel faces backlash over apartheid law
Amnesty, UN, OIC slam Israeli law permitting execution of Palestinian prisoners
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Pakistan, UN chief, EU assail peacekeepers' killings in Lebanon
3 UN peacekeepers from Indonesia killed in south Lebanon after deadly Israeli strikes on weekend
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Iran’s Pezeshkian says US doesn’t believe in diplomacy as IRGC threatens to target US tech firms
IRGC warns it will target leading US technology firms if more Iranian leaders are killed in 'targeted assassinations'
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King Charles to pay state visit to US as UK seeks to mollify Trump
King Charles, Queen Camilla to visit US for 250th independence anniversary, then Bermuda trip
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US says coming days in Iran war will be decisive, urges Tehran to make a deal
Says Trump willing to make a deal, but warns US ready to continue war if Iran does not comply
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Iran sets giant oil tanker ablaze off Dubai after Trump warnings
Dubai authorities say fire on Kuwait-flagged Al-Salmi has been brought under control, with no oil leak
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Govt reopens key Torkham border crossing with Afghanistan
'If things go well, then other activities will be restored gradually,' govt spokesman says
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UNRWA chief seeks probe into killing of hundreds of staff in Gaza
Philippe Lazzarini condemned killing of 390+ staff in Gaza war since Oct 2023 at final briefing
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Iran war could result in significant economic loss for the Middle East: UNDP
Report says economic disruptions may result in up to $194 billion in losses
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Zalmi sink Pindiz in HBL PSL11 tie
They chased 215-run target with five wickets to spare
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Duckett eager to show hunger for England
The opening batsman averaged 20.2 in Australia
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Sinner books Miami Open final with Lehecka
He defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6 (7/4)
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Tiger Woods arrested, charged with DUI
The 50-year-old escapes injury but was detained after his vehicle clipped a truck
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Dutch end Norway's unbeaten run
They registered a 2-1 friendly victory
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Late surge lifts Thunder, Celtics rally to down Hawks
They beat the Chicago Bulls 131-113 to maintain their grip on first place
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Pochettino urges US co-hosts to 'play free'
He says when you are free, you perform. When you feel happy, you perform
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Ahmed Shehzad in trouble
The former batter has been summoned for questioning
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Tuchel takes positives from scrappy England draw
Ben White and Federico Valverde scored in 1-1 draw
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Zalmi sink Pindiz in high-scoring PSL11 tie
They chased 215-run target with five wickets to spare
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Late surge lifts Thunder, Celtics rally to down Hawks
They beat the Chicago Bulls 131-113 to maintain their grip on first place
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Allegations against ex-captain land Shehzad in trouble
Investigation initiated under cybercrime law; he has been summoned for questioning
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Antonelli leads Mercedes 1-2 at Japanese GP
Max Verstappen suffered another qualifying nightmare
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Duckett eager to show hunger for England success after Ashes flop
The opening batsman averaged 20.2 in Australia
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No pressure? Pochettino urges US co-hosts to 'play free' at World Cup
He says when you are free, you perform. When you feel happy, you perform


























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