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Operation Bunyanum Marsoos to operation economy
It's time to hire the right people, stop importing consultants, and make decisions based on ground realities
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Economics is all about incentives
For prosperity, Global South needs pro-growth set of supply-side economic policies, not anti-growth IMF bailouts
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Why consumption-led growth is failing
Pakistan's tax system, riddled with exemptions, high duties and WHT, is flawed
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Beyond revenue: transforming FBR for trust, transparency
Trust deficit, outdated systems and governance weaknesses preventing country from achieving desired tax-to-GDP ratio
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Tax reform must start at the core
As budget nears, relief for salaried workers and expansion of tax net are crucial to revive growth, protect
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A strategic shift towards self-reliance
To bridge competitiveness gap, trade policy modernisation must be starting point
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Schools told to provide students cold water
Private schools, did not have cold drinking water facilities for students.
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Retired teacher kidnapped, murdered over debt
Victim had lent Rs150,000 on interest to suspect
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Man accused of slaying wife, driver
Victims shot, mutilated; suspect held days later from Rawalpindi
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Heatwave triggers skin ailments
Dermatologist warns of infections, rashes due to excessive sweating
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Uprooted businesses await monetary relief
Struggling financially since being relocated during the construction of the Metrobus and Orange Line
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Two hostages rescued in Rajanpur
Rajanpur police rescued two hostages, who had been kidnapped for ransom three days ago
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Storm alert follows hot day
CM directs authorities to intensify relief work
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Three murder suspects arrested
SP Sidra Khan confirmed that all three accused are now in custody
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Greengrocers ignore official rates
Consumers deprived of peak harvest season's benefit
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TikTok star Anna Grace Phelan dies at 19 after brain cancer battle
TikTok creator Anna Grace Phelan has passed away at 19 after sharing her journey with brain cancer online.
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Officials confirm Annabelle doll is safe after viral missing rumors
Museum officials debunk rumors of the haunted Annabelle doll’s disappearance; she remains safely at the museum.
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College hosts vibrant play fest
Play Fest 2025 showcased how play serves as a powerful tool for learning.
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Women join online entrepreneurship space
Accessibility of digital space empowers them to launch their own businesses
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Pottery session offers art therapy
PNCA hosts hands-on creative exercise to encourage healthy mental well-being
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Pindi's water demand outpaces supply
Experts stress long-term strategies like conservation, regulation of tanker mafia and public awareness
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Students left to swelter in tin sheds
Over 500 pupils attend classes at public school with no electricity, fans and potable water
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Municipal committees hike water, property taxes
Residents have one month to file objections to new rates
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NCCIA driver faces inquiry in abduction case
CCTV footage helped identify the suspect, prompting internal probes and legal action
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Imposter held for assaulting medic
A case was registered at Murree Police Station, and the police swiftly arrested the accused.
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RDA scam sparks NAB probe
Sources say payments were made to fake companies through manipulated processes
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Top performing players of HBL PSL X honoured
Hasan Nawaz named Player of the Tournament, while Shaheen Afridi bags Best Bowler award with 19 wickets
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Who was Peter David? Comic book legend behind Hulk, Star Trek & Young Justice dies at 68
Legendary comic writer Peter David, known for Hulk, Star Trek & more, has passed away at 68 after a long illness.
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Glen Powell lands lead in Running Man reboot with Arnold’s blessing
Glen Powell gets Arnold Schwarzenegger's blessing for The Running Man reboot, thanks to Patrick Schwarzenegger.
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Indus river crisis: a call to action for Pakistan
Rpidly growing population, rampant pollution is intensifying climate change by pushing Indus system towards crisis
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Khuzdar bus bombing death toll rises to 10
Seven girls, one boy among the students martyred
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Minister inaugurates Mohmand Dam Phase II
Water is our lifeline - no one will be allowed to steal it, says Wattoo
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Peshawar to witness two political demos today
Due to these demonstrations, GT Road is expected to be closed to traffic from afternoon onward
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Karachi mayor urges K-Electric to exempt hospitals from load-shedding
Karachi has been experiencing hours-long power outages that have severely impacted hospital operations
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Olympian Arshad Nadeem crowned Asia's best male athlete
The prestigious award was presented during an official ceremony in South Korea, following the Asian Athletics meeting
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Karachi water crisis worsens as residents protest over supply disruptions
Water supply disrupted in several areas for over 25 days, forcing residents to rely on costly water tankers
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Study links early breakfast and fasting to lower BMI in middle-aged adults
Study of 7,000 adults finds links between meal timing and health, with 3,000 returning for follow-up after five years
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PCB unveils coaching staff for Bangladesh series
Former New Zealand head coach Mike Hesson will lead the coaching staff for the series
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Spain hosts European, Arab nations for talks on halting Israel's Gaza offensive
Madrid Group meets amid global push to end Gaza war, promote two-state solution with EU, Arab states, and key blocs
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MBBS fee spike irks families
Private medical education has become unaffordable for middle-income families as government seats are limited
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International food festival in Islamabad raises Rs2.5m for charity
IFWA hosted its annual food festival with Serena Hotels, featured participation from 80 diplomatic missions
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Uprooted businesses await monetary relief
At least 158 families were relocated along 55 kilometers of land during the construction of the two transit projects
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Nine India-backed terrorists killed in K-P IBOs: ISPR
Security forces remain determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and safeguard the nation, ISPR says
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President commends security forces for eliminating Indian-sponsored terrorists
“Our security forces have exhibited unmatched bravery in neutralising threats to national security,” says Zardari
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PM Shehbaz launches development projects in G-B, sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme
Announces the establishment of four Daanish schools, which will provide free education, meals and uniforms
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KSE-100 extends gains, rises over 1,000 points amid positive market sentiment
Markets remain attentive to developments surrounding US-Iran negotiations
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Pakistan upbeat on possible US‑Iran deal soon to bring peace to region, world: FO
Says Pakistan seeks dialogue but will respond with full strength if aggression imposed, as it did a year ago
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Pakistan defeated an enemy five times larger than itself in Marka-e-Haq: DG ISPR
Senior officers from Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force are also present alongside the DG ISPR during the briefing
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FCC dismisses FBR appeals, declares Section 7E unconstitutional
Court rules that all actions taken by FBR under Section 7E are unlawful
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PAF displayed its unmatched capability, resilience, dominance in Marka-e-Haq, says air chief
Pakistan’s cyber 'Shaheens' destroyed enemy’s cyber security, delivering a humiliating defeat to Indian Air Force
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IHC adjourns £190m case hearing on Safdar’s request, sets May 20
NAB opposes adjournment of appeals, but court grants a final deadline for concluding arguments
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Ishaq Dar calls Marka-e-Haq a symbol of national unity, courage
'When the nation stands as one, no force on earth can shake its foundations,' Dar says
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CNS emphasises combat readiness in maritime domain
Admiral Naveed Ashraf stresses on acquiring niche, cutting-edge technologies as absolute strategic necessity for Navy
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Imran's counsel seeks delay in £190m appeal
Cites lack of access to client for instructions
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Senate panel flags security concerns
Sindh records 22% rape conviction rate, followed by Balochistan at 12% and K-P 6%
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Hopes rise for peace as Iran, US strike a conciliatory note
Trump says Iran deal 'very possible', but threatens strikes if not, PM Shehbaz sounds optimistic
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Armed forces vow 'stronger response' to any hostile design as Pakistan marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Reiterate commitment to defend Pakistan, say Marka-e-Haq has renewed national pride and strengthened resolve
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Pakistan turns to spot LNG market again
Fresh two-cargo tender issued amid summer power outage risk
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Power consumers set for Rs64b relief
Nepra has scheduled a hearing for May 19, after which a final decision regarding the relief will be made
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SBP purchases $27b in 3.5 years
Governor defends rate hike; economy seen growing over 4% in third quarter
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Foreign reserves rise by $23m
Gold climbs to Rs496,762 per tola amid global rally
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Saudi assures continued energy support
Both sides exploring refinery upgradation projects as technical talks progress
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Telecom sector seeks budget tax relief
Proposals include lower withholding tax, customs duty abolition on 5G equipment
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Bill penalising borrowers deferred
NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter's property after first notice
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Cannabis control body plans Rs200m renovation
Funding required to operationalise facilities in building taken over from S&T ministry
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LCCI presents budget proposals to FinMin
Chamber urges end to policy instability, restoration of final tax regime
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PSX stays bullish, nears 173,000
KSE-100 index adds 1,190 points over easing US-Iran tensions
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'Illicit cigarettes cost Rs350b a year'
Weak enforcement, not lack of laws, fuels informal trade, minister told
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Gold price rises by Rs7,800 per tola in local market
Price of 10 grams of gold in Pakistan increases by Rs6,687
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Oil prices rise as investors weigh Middle East peace prospects
Brent crude futures were up 54 cents, or 0.5%, at $101.81 a barrel
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5G rollout in Aug, devices scarce
Telcos propose phones on installments; iPhone users to wait till 2027
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Gold surges Rs11,100 as global rally lifts prices
Climbs to Rs488,962/tola on around 3% jump internationally; rupee up
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Pakistan, US eye fair trade deal
Washington appreciates Islamabad's role in promoting regional stability
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Rubio tells Pope Leo 'great' to meet at Vatican amid tensions with Trump
Closed-door meeting is expected to last about a half-hour, after which Rubio will also meet Vatican's top diplomat
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US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting
Any agreement to prolong the ceasefire between the US and Iran could also lower tensions in Lebanon
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No ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in last 24 hours amid rising security risks
Halt comes after reported attacks on Chinese tanker, French vessels & Iran's new transit rules for strategic waterway
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Israeli army blocks access to rocket-tracking system over Iran leak fears, local media reports
Local Israeli officials complain ban to Shual system left them ‘working under enemy fire without vital tool’
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Trump’s reversal on reopening Strait of Hormuz came after backlash from ally: NBC report
Saudi Arabia reportedly suspended US military’s ability to use its bases and airspace
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Fresh Israeli strikes kill 3 in southern Lebanon in violation of 'ceasefire'
Israeli army continues daily attacks violating truce announced in April
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Pair back in UK from virus-hit ship advised to self-isolate: officialsa
MV Hondius, where the outbreak happened, was off Cape Verde late Wednesday
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Batista helped broker Lula-Trump meeting,
Encounter between Lula and Trump has been in the works since January
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Cuba blasts 'dangerous' US threats of military action against island
'The threat of a military attack and the aggression itself are international crimes,' Rodriguez said
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Pioneering CNN founder Ted Turner dead at 87
Cable News Network upended established broadcasting with its dedication to around-the-clock breaking news
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Russia, Ukraine dual ceasefires falter
Moscow warns diplomatic missions to evacuate Kyiv staff
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India, Vietnam target $25b trade
Lam was earlier accorded a red-carpet welcome at the presidential palace
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Araghchi seeks 'new post-war' framework
China says will play 'greater role' in ending Mideast fighting
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Sarkozy escapes second ankle tag sentence
He has also received two definitive convictions in other cases
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Senior Hezbollah commander killed in Israel attack
Beirut and its southern suburbs had been spared Israeli attacks since April 8
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Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaos
Alvaro Arbeloa's side trail the reigning champions by 11 points
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F1 and Sky agree five-year extensions
The UK and Ireland deal will now run through the 2034 season
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Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double
He is the clear favourite for the Giro
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Badminton looks to future
The BWF said it will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade tournaments
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Roma's Champions League return back on
Juventus and AC Milan are also hoping to finish Serie A as top four
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Williamson named in NZ squad for Ireland, England Tests
Will Young left out in favour of Henry Nicholls
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Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich
They will face undefeated Arsenal in the Champions League final
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Pakistan to take on Bangladesh in 1st Test from tomorrow
The two-match series will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka
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K-P’s young sailors defy odds to bring glory home
Hijab Ajmal demands government’s support, training facilities locally
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LIV sees hope for new sponsors
PIF said it will pull the plug on backing LIV once the season concludes
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20
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US hotel bookings far behind expectations
Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings
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Forest have history in their sights
Pereira's side will defend a 1-0 lead from the semi-final first leg
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
The Spanish star settled outstanding penalties
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20











































































































