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An ideal five-year economic policy
Fiscal consolidation must be paired with inclusive growth, structural reforms
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A case to abolish capital gains tax
This tax has many unfair features; its withdrawal will increase incentives for more capital investment
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Pakistan's moment for structural reforms
Reforms target tariffs, electricity, SOEs and debt to make economy more competitive
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Pakistan must navigate carefully
Country needs to align with global powers, forge regional partnerships
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Camel rearing can drive livestock growth, say officials
Milk rich in nutrients seen as remedy for diabetes
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South Punjab records frequent suicide cases
Sociologists warn of silent epidemic if warning signs are ignored
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Land price mismatch mars auction
Govt urged to revise official rates to unlock development potential
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Woman set ablaze over phone access dispute
The victim suffered severe burn injuries and was initially taken to the Kabirwala Hospital
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Shopkeepers ignore official prices
Consumers complain that every market operates on its own terms.
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Mango festival opens amid climate impact concerns
Experts noted that Pakistan typically produces around 1.8 million tonnes of mango annually
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Over 70 orators banned ahead of Muharram
Govt to ensure power, water supply along procession routes
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Rain draws crowds to parks
Brings relief to residents of metropolis from hot, humid weather
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Rawalpindi Board exams conclude
Chairman of the Board expressed complete satisfaction over the merit-based conduct of the examinations.
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Sugar, rice prices soar in wholesale markets
Traders to issue revised prices for all grocery items within next 10 days
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Sanitation workers get cash rewards
1,000 sanitation workers were each given a cheque of Rs10,000 along with a meal
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Rawalpindi completes Leh dredging
The 8-kilometre-long channel and 15 adjoining sewerage drains within Rawalpindi were cleared of silt
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RTH, RMC at loggerheads over vacant plot
Both parties claim rightful use of Roz Cinema site at Fawara Chowk, citing urgent needs
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'E-vehicle policy to ensure greener Pakistan'
Ministry says promoting EVs vital to drive clean, affordable future transport
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Shortage of judicial stamps halts case filing
High Court, District Bar Associations express strong concern over situation
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Ex-education authority chief held for 'corruption'
Arrest, made in 'humiliating' manner, sparks outrage among education officials
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Eid meat glut leaves butchers jobless
The few that reopened found no buyers and were forced to shut down again.
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Pre-monsoon rain exposes drainage failures
Streets flooded with three to four feet of water with low-lying areas submerged
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Kim Turnbull denies dating Brooklyn Beckham amid family feud
Kim Turnbull shuts down Brooklyn Beckham dating rumors, calls out lies and pressure following Romeo Beckham split.
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Timely energy projects 'top priority'
The Secretary added that timely completion of these projects within the stipulated timeframe is a major challenge.
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Peshawar buckles under urban sprawl
As the city's population continues to expand, lack of long-term proactive planning has deteriorated its living condit
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New diabetes centre opens for children in Swabi
The newly established CDiC Center will offer free consultations, insulin, glucometers, and essential medicines
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Speaker Swati slams US strike on Iran
Saif blasts Shehbaz for Trump praise, calls it insult to Ummah
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Six dead as rains batter Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
Tourists stranded, villages cut off as flash floods wreck homes, wash away access roads
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Five dead as Bannu families clash
The deceased included Sher Wali Khan's brother, nephew, and two cousins.
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Johnny Depp calls himself the “crash test dummy” for #MeToo
Johnny Depp reflects on Amber Heard trials, saying he was the “crash test dummy” for the #MeToo movement.
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The four-day Indo-Pak spat
The expenditures incurred on military and arms would be best spent upon education and health
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Iran-Israel conflict: what it means for Pakistan
The group is headed by Assa bin Saad bin Atef al-Awlaki, who posted a chilling video
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PTMs: student perspective
It has been observed that after every PTM, students find their relationship with parents or teachers more strained
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Varsity victory
18 Pakistani universities are now globally recognised for their quality education and environment
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Monsoon preparedness
Karachi doesn't need more lip service. It needs proactive planning
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Bumpy road to sustainability
The transport sector is one of Pakistan's biggest contributors to carbon emissions
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When geography meets geopolitics
The importance of the Strait of Hormuz is not limited to the Middle East
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Security guard kills gunman in Michigan church shooting
Church shooting in Wayne, Michigan stopped by armed security guard; gunman killed, one injured, FBI investigating.
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Suicide bombing at Damascus church kills at least 20, injures dozens
It was the first suicide bombing in Damascus since Bashar al-Assad was toppled in December
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Russia, China and Pakistan urge ceasefire as UN Security Council meets over US strikes on Iran
The three nations propose adoption of a resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Middle East
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Prada CEO Gianfranco D’Attis to step down at end of June
Prada CEO Gianfranco D’Attis will exit the luxury brand by month-end, with Andrea Guerra taking over temporarily.
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At least six dead as heavy rains batter parts of K-P
The incidents were reported from Mansehra, Buner, Lower and Upper Dir, Kohistan, and Malakand districts
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Iranian opposition leaders urge Khamenei to step down after US strikes
Exiled leaders Reza Pahlavi and Maryam Rajavi call on Khamenei to quit amid over a week of Iran-Israel conflict
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Iran's top security body to decide on Strait of Hormuz closure after US strikes
Iran has long used Strait closure threats to stop Western pressure, now heightened after US strikes on nuclear sites
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Pakistan rejects reports of US strikes on Iran via its airspace
Authorities urges both media and the public to verify all information through credible and official channels
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No radioactive risk detected in Gulf after US strikes on Iran, say watchdogs
IAEA says 10 Iranian sites hit in strikes held no or minimal nuclear material, limiting risk of radioactive release
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Alfie Williams reflects on 28 Years Later debut and mentorship from Danny Boyle, Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Alfie Williams shares insights on starring in 28 Years Later, training with cast, and learning from industry veterans.
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San Diego Comic-Con 2025 panels include Space Command and Apex Comics exclusives
San Diego Comic-Con 2025 kicks off with panels for Space Command, Apex Comics, and horror creators on Thursday.
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Only state can declare jihad, not individuals or groups: DG ISPR
Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry urges unity and harmony in meeting with religious, social leaders in Karachi
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Wildlife Rangers arrest suspects over skinning of dead lion in Lahore
Wildlife officials also recover large number of stuffed animals from suspect’s residence during search operation
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President, PM reaffirm commitment to press freedom on World Press Freedom Day
President extends greetings to journalists, editors, media workers, media professionals in Pakistan, around world
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To infinity and beyond
With Chinese cooperation, Pakistan’s space ambitions have entered a historic new phase
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Bari Imam's Noorpur Shahan Bazaar razed
Over 1,000 acres reclaimed as authorities demolish shops and shrine-linked businesses
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A love story you can walk into
The Museum of Innocence is a love story trapped in memory, where obsession turns into archive
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A normal that feels different
A snowbound standoff where Western grit collides with modern mayhem
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Do we still want to read?
Reels and nonstop social media, with shrinking attention spans and overload, are pushing books to the margins
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Climate action just gained new momentum
Countries representing one-third of the world’s economy have agreed to begin planning a phase-out of fossil fuels
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Our solar conundrum
Is the boom in Pakistan real, or are policy gaps, rising costs, and system limits slowing the transition?
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A durable axis in an unsteady world
Even as global rivalries intensify, the Pakistan–China partnership continues to hold firm
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Pakistan, UK to jointly fight organised crime
Both sides discussed matters of mutual interest with a focus on strengthening collaboration in investigating crime
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Dar, Kuwaiti FM discuss war's economic fallouts
Two leaders discussed the evolving regional situation and exchanged views on its wider economic implications
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PMD issues GLOF alert for G-B, K-P
PMD also issued a heatwave alert for Karachi and several districts across Sindh on Saturday
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Reduced demand forces 120 flight cancellations
Airport-wise data shows that 27 flights were cancelled at Jinnah International Airport
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A simple overview of Pak diplomatic, legal response
Pakistan's willingness to engage with these experts demonstrated its commitment to cooperation
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Pakistan eyes boost in rice exports to Oman
Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May
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FinMin urges banks to boost cyber defence
Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment
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Minister courts Pakistani investors
Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others
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Uzbekistan pushes for live animal imports
Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements
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Business leaders oppose 286% gas tariff hike
SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall
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Chinese firm flags export delays
Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement
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WTO plans 10% budget cut
US fell back into arrears and a growing number of members failed to pay their dues on time
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Dairy sector seeks tax cut from 18% to 10%
US urges Pakistani companies to invest as tax woes mount at home
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25,000MT tuna quota secured
Maritime official elected chair of IOTC committee for first time in 28 years
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NTC ensures swift dumping action
Tariff body strengthens safeguards to shield industry from unfair competition
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Fibre deficit is bottleneck for 5G
Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025
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Credit flow weakness limits growth potential
Research cites funding remains misaligned with sectoral dynamics
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'Pay workers before sweat dries,' says minister
BISP chairperson reaffirms social protection for working-class families
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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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Exporters decry high costs, policy neglect
Pakistan Apparel Forum warns of industrial shutdown as production costs hit record high
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Israeli military urges residents of 11 southern Lebanon towns to move to open areas
Military says it is conducting operations against Hezbollah, described as a violation of their ceasefire agreement
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Trump says US could restart Iran strikes 'if they misbehave'
Trump said US Navy was acting 'like pirates' in carrying out Washington's naval blockade of Iranian ports
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KSA allows Hajj travel for children aged 12
Pakistan Hajj Mission issued a new directive, confirming that pilgrims above 12 years of age are eligible to travel
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Austria arrests baby food poisoning suspect
Arrest comes two weeks after Austrian authorities detected rat poison in baby-food jars sold in some supermarkets
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US bypasses Congress for $8.6b arms sales to ME allies
Announces approval of sales to Qatar, UAE, Kuwait and Israel
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Israel questions two Gaza flotilla activists
Israel said it had removed around 175 activists from the flotilla
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Lebanon says 13 killed in Israeli strikes in south
NNA also reported Israeli strikes and artillery fire on other south Lebanon locations, including Tyre
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US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany
NATO says working with Washington to understand decision
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Six dead as heavy rains hit Brazil
Rainfall caused flooding and landslides in the state capital, Recife and nearby areas
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Washington Hilton attack spotlights hotel industry's security problem
Allen's attack heightened a decades-old problem for the hotel industry
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Mexican governor steps aside after US accusations of cartel ties
Rocha is of the same Morena party as President Claudia Sheinbaum
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Trump likens US navy to 'pirates' over Hormuz blockade
Iran says renewed conflict with US 'possible', some ships seized by US after exiting Iranian ports, IRGC flex
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Iran says ‘ball in US court’, but ready for talks on war
IRGC announces 'new rules' over the coastline in the Gulf, Strait of Hormuz
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Iran strikes damaged 16 US military sites in Middle East: report
Report used satellite images and US, Gulf sources, saying most US military sites in region were hit
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CPJ condemns Israeli ‘kidnapping’ of journalists aboard Global Sumud aid flotilla
Says Israel is responsible for ensuring the safety of all journalists and must immediately release them
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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










































































































