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Patchwork or reformed justice?
Criticism from both treasury and opposition benches in the Senate points to this very disconnect
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Democratic idealism and tokenism
The absence of checks on power frequently results in corruption, oppression and human rights abuses
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Clashes rage in Druze region as Syria struggles to enforce ceasefire
Gunfire heard from inside the city of Sweida and shells land in nearby villages
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Shortage of bus shelters strains commuters
Unavailability, poor condition of bus stop shelters have become a daily inconvenience for commuters in Lahore
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At least 28 dead as tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay
Dozens missing as vessel with 48 passengers and 5 crew capsizes in sudden heavy rain
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Govt, opposition unite to block dissident PTI candidates in Senate elections
Development comes as several PTI nominees refused to withdraw candidacies for July 21 polls, defying party orders
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PA speaker tosses disqualification bid of 26 MPAs into judicial arena
Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan warns that entertaining such petitions would erode freedom of speech within the House
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Deadly bus accident in Iran leaves 21 dead
Bus overturned in Iran’s Fars province, leaving 29 injured; cause of incident remains unclear
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Pakistan stun Iran to win Asian U-16 Volleyball Championship
Pakistan staged a remarkable comeback from two sets down to claim a sensational five-set victory
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At least 30 injured as vehicle ploughs into crowd outside LA club
At least seven people were in critical condition and six others seriously injured, fire department said
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Trump sues WSJ, Rupert Murdoch for defamation over Epstein report
US president seeking $10bn over newspaper’s report, saying it caused him “overwhelming” financial, reputational harm
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Court orders arrest of K-P CM Gandapur in arms, liquor case
Case dates back to 2016, when police claimed to have recovered weapons and liquor from a vehicle linked to PTI leader
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Dar to attend UN Security Council session next week
Deputy PM expected to hold several bilateral meetings with fellow foreign ministers, senior UN officials
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Rain and thunder forecast for Karachi on Sunday
Meteorologists says strong monsoon winds continuously entering parts of Sindh, bringing rainfall to several districts
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PAF aircraft shine at UK's Royal Air Tattoo 2025
PAF's C-130 aircraft won first place, while JF-17C Block III fighter jet was awarded 'Spirit of the Meet' Trophy
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Nine terrorists killed in K-P's Hangu, police say
Three officers, including DPO and SHO, were also injured in gunfight
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LHC orders transfer of torture, custodial death cases to FIA, nullifies police FIRs
Court deems issues involving law interpretation and right to fair trial under Article 10-A of PPC of public importance
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Shutter-down strike hits cities, Islamabad stays open
All Pakistan Restaurants Association, local transport unions in Karachi, also backed strike
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Israel, Syria agree to ceasefire after deadly clashes in Druze region
Israel agreed to allow Syrian forces limited access to Sweida area of southern Syria for next two days
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Pakistan makes some of the cheapest dramas in the world and yet they are widely watched: Humayun Saeed
Actor shares his three-decade journey of entertaining people
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US distances itself from Israeli attacks on Syria
Israel launched airstrikes in Damascus, hitting government forces in south
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At least 70 dead in 48 hours as monsoon rains lash Punjab
Highest number of fatalities was recorded on Friday
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Trump says up to five jets downed in Pakistan-India clash
India's highest-ranking general said in late May that India switched tactics after suffering losses in the air
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At least 41 killed in Israeli strikes today
Donald Trump says 10 more Israeli hostages will be released 'very shortly'
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PSX ends flat after touching 140,000
KSE-100 index faces profit-taking at peak, edges down 68 points
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'BRI states must adopt diversified supply chain'
NBP official asks Pakistan, China to play greater role in upgrading global supply network
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REER improves to 96.6 in June
SBP injects Rs11tr into banking system via OMOs; gold prices climb
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IT exports hit record at $3.8b
Minister links 18% growth to unified strategy; industry complains about dearth of support
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Google granted tax exemption
FBR claims new digital tax law targets firms with no physical presence
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NEPRA likely to cut power tariff by Rs0.65/unit for June
NEPRA may reduce the power tariff by Rs0.6541 per kWh under the monthly FCA
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Textile exports rise 7.2% to $17.88b in FY25
Value-added products drive recovery; millers cautiously optimistic, urge policy clarity to target $20b in exports
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Pakistan aims to expand exports
UK chamber shows interest in introducing solar-powered heating appliances
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Poultry, diesel push SPI up by 0.38%
Annual inflation shows 1.61% drop as tomatoes, LPG prices fall
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CA turns positive on remittances
Year ends with $2.1b but June deficit raises concern; trade gap widens to $29.4b
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IHC cites 'blasphemy case entrapments'
Court points to govt's prolonged inaction to justify inquiry commission
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Cracks emerge in traders' ranks over strike
He demanded that the government immediately withdraw all the black laws of the FBR
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Two cops martyred in Mastung gun attack
Five would-be suicide bombers arrested in K-P
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FO reaffirms zero tolerance for terrorism
The statement highlighted Pakistan's contributions to the international counterterrorism efforts
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Senate axes death penalty in select offences
Bill introduces 25-year jail for public humiliation of women
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New monsoon spell looms as nation reels from rain carnage
Indus in high flood at Kalabagh, Chashma; All districts of Punjab on high alert; Govt under fire in over ‘negligence’
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New clashes rock Syria
Tribal fighters reinforce Bedouin in Druze heartland
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Lightning strikes kill 33 people in India
State government announced compensation of 4 million rupees ($4,600) to the families of those killed by lightning
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Anti-migrant protests turn violent in UK
Eight police officers were injured and three vehicles were damaged, Essex police said
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Trump pulls US from WHO pandemic reforms
Trump on returning to office on January 20 immediately began withdrawal of the US from the UN body
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EU, UK target Russia oil sector
Announce tough new Ukraine war sanctions
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Israel kills 10 aid seekers in Gaza
US- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) began operations in late May
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UN urges 'immediate halt' to Afghan deportations
Germany, like most countries, stopped deportations to Afghanistan and closed its embassy in Kabul
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G20 nations agree central bank independence 'crucial'
The US central bank has meanwhile adopted a wait-and-see attitude
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Trump administration seeks to release some of Epstein probe material
Epstein, a financier, was found hanging dead in his cell in New York in 2019
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Khawaja Asif warns of stronger response to any future aggression
He says the entire nation stands united with its armed forces as a steel wall
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FinMin reaffirms commitment to economic targets, investor confidence
Assures every possible step will be taken to accelerate country’s journey towards renewable energy
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How long should a failed marriage be a woman’s punishment: LHC questions
Petition sought to halt proceedings, where claim regarding dowry articles, child maintenance is filed by the woman
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PM Shehbaz thanks Trump’s decision to pause 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz
PM says development came in response to requests from Pakistan, other countries, particularly Saudi Arabia
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Pakistan Army cadet shines at Australian Royal Military College: ISPR
RMC Duntroon names Pakistani cadet Sardar Arsam Abbas 'overall best foreign military cadet' at passing-out parade
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IHC summons Adiala jail superintendent in Bushra Bibi case, seeks medical, visitation reports
Court warns jail superintendent can be produced by force if he fails to appear at next hearing
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US announces phased closure of Peshawar consulate, moves operations to Islamabad
Move comes as part of what the State Dept describes as a restructuring of diplomatic operations in Pakistan
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IHC reserves verdict on NA plea
'Speaker's ruling states that information regarding proceedings of any session cannot be provided'
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Naqvi sets July 31 interchange deadline
2.7-kilometre-long project would feature a three-lane carriageway on both sides
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Army brass calls for regional restraint
CCC highlights need for collective responsibility Commanders review security, border situation Readiness, counter-t
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Senate panel flags hurdles to Chitral tourism
Senator Talha Mehmood expressed serious concern over the state of tourism infrastructure in Chitral
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Afridi announces pen-down strike
Afridi alleged that federation was deliberately discriminating against K-P in distribution of NFC Award
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PM orders nationwide hepatitis, HIV screening
Directs hospitals to ensure testing and treatment
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No leniency for power theft, warns PM
Calls for renewable expansion and faster smart metering rollout
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Dar upbeat on Iran-US talks progress
Mediation reports advancement; final decision awaited from both sides
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Gold price jumps by Rs11,100 per tola in local market
Price of silver per tola increases by Rs223 in Pakistan
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Oil extends slide as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal
Brent crude futures fell $1.89, or 1.7%, to $107.98 a barrel, after dropping 4% in previous session
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New auto policy offers tax breaks
Govt to encourage production of conventional and electric vehicles, phase out petrol-run car imports
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Financial sector grows 15%
Bank assets swell 18%, fuelled by investments in govt securities
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LSM rises 11% in March, monthly dip 5%
Sugar output jumps 31% in nine months, auto sector up 61% YoY
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Banks reject 91% of e-bike requests
Govt revises policy after banks approve only 4,075 of 44,689 applications
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Pakistan to double farm exports by 2035
Plan integrates climate resilience and green growth initiatives with the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
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Trade deficit hits 46-month high
Imports surge 7% to $6.55b as exports decline on MoM basis
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Pakistan needs structured migration pathways
IOM official suggests aligning skills with global market demands, raising risk awareness
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Mutual funds, insurers seek budget incentives
Finance minister discusses tax proposals, savings instruments, and regulatory reforms
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PSX rises 794 points in late-session recovery
Index recoups early losses; higher-than-forecast trade gap caps gains
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Gold extends losses, drops by Rs2,100
Globally, bullion rises 1.2% to $4,574 per ounce; rupee inches up
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PSX gains over 790 points in late-session recovery
Index moved between an intra-day high of 164,920.35 and a low of 162,532.99
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Gold, Silver prices continue downward trend across markets
Price of gold per tola drops by Rs2,100 in Pakistan
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Brent holds near $114 a barrel as Middle East tensions rage on
Brent crude futures eased 93 cents, or 0.8%, to $113.51 per barrel after settling up 5.8% on Monday
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Russia begins test launches of missiles with nuclear capabilities
Military exercises at Kura training ground in Kamchatka to continue through May 10
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US and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war: Axios
Shortly after Trump's post, US crude oil futures fell $2.30 and broke below $100 per barrel
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Beijing extends support to Iran amid conflict with US ahead of Trump’s China trip
International community shares concern in restoring passage through Hormuz, FM Wang Yi tells Iran’s Araghchi
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A year into papacy, Leo finds his 'clarion voice'
Washington Cardinal calls pope 'clarion voice' for world, Pope steps up schedule with visits to Spain, across Italy
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Australia commits $7 billion to boost fuel stockpiles, create government reserve
Reserve of around 1b litres to ensure Australia holds at least 50 days of fuel to shield it from future supply shocks
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Bondi Beach mass shooting accused faces 19 extra charges
Charges include multiple counts of shooting with intent to murder, discharging a firearm with intent to resist arrest
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Trump presses Iran to 'wave white flag'
He downplayed the recent tensions amid a slow peace process with Iran
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Human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise
Human to human transmission is not common
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Russian attacks kill 22 Ukrainians
At least 12 people were killed in the city of Zaporizhzhia, emergency services said on the Telegram app
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Bengal CM refuses to resign after election defeat to BJP
Banerjee accuses Indian election commission of showing bias towards her party
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26 killed in China fireworks factory blast
More than 1,500 firefighters, rescuers, medical personnel and police were deployed
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US, Bahrain push UN-backed action for Hormuz
Draft UN resolution could impose sanctions or force on Iran
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Fact check: Viral video of Iranian attack on UAE oil tanker is old from March 2026
Reverse search traced viral clip to ABC News video, which actually shows an Iraqi tanker collision
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Trump says Iran 'should wave the white flag of surrender' as US has completely destroyed its army
Says US has 'beaten them very badly,' now they're reduced to little boats with machine guns
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Israel targets southern Lebanon with internationally banned phosphorus shells
Despite ceasefire, Israeli forces continue strikes in Lebanon and demolish homes in many villages
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Man City held in six-goal Everton thriller
Arsenal five points clear at the top of the table
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Tennis stars criticise prize money
Sinner, Sabalenka and Gauff call for fairer pay
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PCB tightens grip on HBL PSL stakeholders
Payment delays cast uncertainty over final revenue shares
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Devine wants NZ playing Tests
She calls it the "ultimate" format and wishes she had played it
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Borthwick backed by RFU
He will lead England into the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle
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FIFA World Cup faces broadcast crisis
India, China risks global viewing gaps
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Kompany promises fireworks in PSG semi
He stands firm on Bayern's aggressive plan in the semi-final second leg
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PL losses surge amid transfer "arms race"
Clubs still lost heavily due to soaring spending on transfers, wages, and agents
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China badminton chief probed
World body monitors Zhang Jun after corruption investigation
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PCB tightens grip on PSL stakeholders
Payment delays cast uncertainty over final revenue shares
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Pistons rout Magic to cap comeback
Cade Cunningham scored 32 points and handed out 12 assists
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Inter Milan win Italian title
This is their third time in six seasons
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Vinicius double delays Barca title
He scored brace in 2-0 victory over Espanyol
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Verstappen laments spin and struggle for pace
The four-time world champion enjoyed driving a heavily upgraded car
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Gladbach sink Dortmund, St Pauli edge closer to drop
Borussia Moenchengladbach ensured they will remain in Germany's top flight next season













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