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PBF calls for political finance minister
Says technocrat would struggle with IMF, conflict of interest and inflation crises
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IT sector aims for $15 billion export boost
Caretaker minister unveils roadmap, initiatives to drive innovation and economic growth
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Rupee gains on optimism for IMF loan tranche
Forex reserves drop by $44m to $8.01b on debt repayment
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Bulls keep control as stocks extend rally
KSE-100 index gains 355.19 points, settles at 61,914.34
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Sazgar-GWM launch ORA 3 EV in Pakistan
Partnership targets sustainable transportation solutions amid global oil price hikes
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Border challenges stall Pakistan-Afghanistan trade
Efforts to boost bilateral commerce hampered by operational and political barriers
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How to cope with inflated gas and electricity bills
Question that rises here is whether there is workable technological solution to avoid gas, electricity
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A stuttering democracy
Recent global democracy review downgrades us to an ‘autocracy’.
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‘Healing’ from elite capture
There exists a vast spectrum of states with varying degrees of authority captured by elites
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Subcontinent’s lingering democratic deficit
The people of the subcontinent have not yet seen the curse of authoritarianism lifted
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Stop Israel, now
Gaza has been destroyed beyond recognition as apathy of international community continues
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Cyber threat
Cyber threat poses not just financial risks but also threaten privacy, security of individuals, organisations
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Women voting
Unfortunately, just the fact that women showed up to vote is meaningless if their votes were not cast freely
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Pakistan presents position on Israel in ICJ today: FO
More than 50 states are due to present their stances in the week-long hearings
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Pakistan to seek $6b in new IMF loan
Bloomberg report says talks with lender expected to start in March or April
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Taliban boycott of Doha huddle termed ‘blunder’
Diplomatic sources says Afghan rulers missed major opportunity to end their isolation
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X to block 'specific' accounts in India as per government order
Social media giant says it ‘disagrees’ with Indian actions to block certain accounts
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UN mission hails Afghanistan' administration for allowing girl students to enrol in medical colleges
Enrolment process already begun in 11 Afghan provinces, following directive from Ministry of Public Health
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Fazl won’t ‘lick boots’ to get to dummy parliament
JUI-F announces countrywide movement against alleged rigging in Feb 8 polls
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Taliban authorities execute two convicted murderers in football stadium
Both men were executed by multiple gunshots to the back in Ghazni city, Afghanistan
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SC alarmed over smear drive against CJ
Blames media for insensitive reporting of judgment
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Kremlin says Biden calling Putin a 'crazy SOB' debases the US
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says the remark was 'probably some kind of attempt to look like a Hollywood cowboy'
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India's Modi says committed to farmers' welfare, protesting leaders call meeting
Leaders of the farmers say they are pausing their campaign for two days following the death of a young protester
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Imran wants IMF loan contingent upon vote audit
Says foreign lender should take note of massive rigging
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Avalanche in IIOJK leaves one Russian skier dead; six rescued
The avalanche swept through the peaks near Gulmarg tourist spot where a warning had been issued after heavy snow
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PTI to hold intra-party elections on March 3
Candidates can submit nomination papers on February 23 and 24
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Ex-LHC judge says resignation 'rebellion against system'
Justice (retd) Shahid refutes claims of resigning 'under duress'; advises other judges to 'not give in to fear'
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JUI-F announces movement against 'poll rigging'
Rigging in these elections has put 2018's rigging to shame, says party leader
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'Women bear disproportionate burden of climate change impact compared to men'
Invaluable contributions of Pakistani women brought to forefront during two-day annual conference of Fem Consortia
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Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza's Rafah, killing large family in home
Neighbours, relatives around bombing site vent anger at US for vetoing UNSC resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza
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PHC orders Qaiser's name off ECL
Court deems inclusion of former NA speaker's name on ECL unconstitutional, illegal
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LHC orders consolidation of ‘symbol’ pleas
Issues notices to govt, ECP over petition challenging polls body’s powers
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SIC races to get its share of reserved seats
Party chairman informs ECP 86 independents elect have joined council
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Kaira top contender for Punjab governor
Makhdoom Ahmed, Nadeem Chan also vying for the post
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US wants poll fraud claims probed
Miller maintains that US wants to see full internet freedom around world
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JCP to discuss BHC judge’s elevation to SC
CJ Qazi Faez Isa has nominated Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan for promotion to the apex court
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Qaiser takes a dig at PML-N, PPP
Asks both parties to ‘show some respect and step aside from govt’
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JUI-F eyes a slice out of power pie
Maulana Haideri discusses alliance with Dar
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Honey traps major challenge for police: IG Raja
Sindh IG calls for effective monitoring of roads in katcha areas on Sindh-Punjab border
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Vawda sees coalition govt lasting not more than 18 months
New government will have bumpy start owing to financial matters and public unrest
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Art exhibit held on climate change
Speakers highlight alarming practice of cutting trees due to haphazard constructions ,electric wires
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Rs1.4b duty, tax evasion unearthed
Company imported more than 2.476 million kgs of various types of valuable fabrics under Export Facilitation Scheme
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Sindh Games open Friday
Provincial-level successful athletes will be part of Sindh squad for National Games
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Two robbers, bystander killed in gunfight
Suspects open fire, attempt to escape
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PTI, JI, GDA join hands against alleged rigging in polls
Current political situation, matters related to mutual cooperation against fraudulent election discussed in meeting
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Over 200 buildings lack layout plan
KMC’s inspection report exposes buildings constructed with poor material
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Foreign bonds outperform peers
Rally as political deadlock ends; govt cuts profits on local saving products
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Businessmen seek changes to Af-Pak Transit Trade Agreement
Urges amendments to APTTA 2010 for better trade relations
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PAAPAM decries proposed sales tax hike
Says increases from 18% to 25% could escalate car prices to over Rs4 million
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Rupee rises amid political stability
Regains Rs0.07, reaches Rs279.50/$ at interbank market
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Barrister Aqeel Malik says US-Iran deal near, calls coming week ‘significant’ for Pakistan
Says progress has been significant, and both sides have developed an understanding
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Rail feasibility cleared to boost mobility
Afridi orders swift completion of key sections
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PM Shehbaz, Erdogan, Qatari emir take stock of regional developments and peace efforts at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
Shehbaz describes Turkiye as his 'second home' and terms it a pleasure to visit the country
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Govt abolishes free electricity units facility for power sector employees
Awais Leghari says ending free units was the public’s oldest and long-standing demand
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People’s Bus Service inaugurated from Shikarpur to Sukkur
Sindh govt to cover 50% bus fare; passengers to pay remaining half, says official.
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'Two fantastic people': Trump all praise again for PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir after Hormuz breakthrough
Calls them 'great', thanks Pakistan as well
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PM Shehbaz approves Rs32.12 per litre cut in high-speed diesel price
The price of diesel has been reduced from Rs385.54 to Rs353.43 per litre
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Farmers struggle with climate shifts
Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and shifting seasons are severely impacting crop yields
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Bushra Bibi undergoes eye surgery, returns to Adiala after overnight hospital stay: jail authorities
Retinal detachment diagnosed in right eye after examination, family visits for over an hour after surgery
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IRSA raises water releases from major reservoirs, boosting hydropower output
Tarbela discharge rises from 8,000 to 30,000 cusecs, while Mangla releases around 15,000 cusecs
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Sindh govt warns cheating students will be barred from future board exams
Ex-controller examinations sent show cause notice over irregularities, including delays, late issuance of admit cards
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Aurangzeb appreciates China’s IMF support, advances economic cooperation during Washington meetings
Both sides reaffirm commitment to strengthen economic cooperation and strategic partnership
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SFD signs agreement to extend $3b deposit with SBP
FinMin witnesses signing ceremony of an 'important financial agreement' in Washington, DC
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Road projects announced for G-B
Projects include the construction of a 54-kilometer road from Astore to Chilam Chowki
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Pakistan keeps faith in US-Iran deal prospects
FO signals ongoing mediation role for Islamabad in talks
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PSX surges over 4,000 points to close near 174,000 mark
Weekly gains touch 6,747 points as investors chase gains amid hopes of Middle East resolution
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Gold rates retreat after three-day rise
Price of 24-carat gold per tola falls by Rs3,300 in Pakistan
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PM seeks relaxation in honorarium policy
President, PM may grant unlimited performance rewards as govt pursues austerity
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FX drops $1.3b on Eurobond payment
Experts say Saudi deposits will bolster forex holdings and help meet IMF-linked targets
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FinMin projects 4% growth
Says Pakistan ready for inaugural Panda Bond alongside exploring other financing avenues
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CA posts $1.07b surplus in March
Automobile production surges 62% in eight months, sugar output up 29%
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Port Qasim to get 400-acre industrial estate
Minister announces infrastructure-first development, 60% port charges cut
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Auto policy shrouded in secrecy
Industry fears lack of transparency as govt finalises regime behind closed doors
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UK, Pakistan launch geoscience capability drive
Minister warns against hydrocarbon dependence as British envoy praises peace efforts
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Stocks maintain positive momentum
KSE-100 index gains 1,392 points on Saudi inflows, peace moves
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NA panel approves SEZ land giveaway
Developers to get state land free of cost, courts barred from taking up disputes
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PSX jumps nearly 1,400 points on sustained buying interest
Bullish momentum accelerates as $2billion Saudi inflow boosts sentiment, strengthens outlook for external stability
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Pakistan receives $2b from Saudi Arabia: SBP
FinMin confirms financial bailout, aimed at helping the country meet its external financing needs
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Gold, silver prices move up in Pakistan tracking global trends
The US dollar falls to its lowest level in six weeks, making greenback-denominated commodities
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EU warns against investment delay
Adidas among 20 firms to visit Islamabad; envoy flags child rights issue
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UK's Starmer pleads ignorance over Mandelson, resists pressure to resign
Opposition demands answers as Mandelson vetting scandal pressurises PM
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Iran FM announces Hormuz's opening for all commercial vessels till ceasefire's remaining duration
Says decision is in line with the ceasefire in Lebanon; Trump says 'thank you' on Truth Social
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'Two fantastic people': Trump all praise again for PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir after Hormuz breakthrough
Calls them 'great', thanks Pakistan as well
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Hamas-US Cairo talks end ‘without tangible progress’ on Gaza ceasefire's second phase
Source says Israel has not adhered to agreed withdrawal lines, including so-called ‘Yellow Line’
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US mulls releasing $20b in frozen Iranian assets in lieu of its enriched uranium stockpile: report
Trump maintains US will 'get' Iran's enriched uranium without sending any money to Tehran
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President Erdogan says global order on ‘dangerous threshold’, calls for diplomacy and stability
Erdogan calls crisis moral, existential; says Gaza shows limits of global order beyond humanitarian view
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A new, forceful Pope Leo steps onto the world stage
Experts say the change in rhetoric reflects Leo's growing concern with the direction of global leadership
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Europe may face flight cancellations by end of May over jet fuel shortages, IATA warns
IEA says outlook hinges on Europe replacing Middle East supply, source of 75% of jet fuel imports
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Australian former soldier gets bail on Afghanistan war crime charges
Police arrested, charged Ben Roberts-Smith, 47, with five counts of war crimes between 2009 and 2012
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Oil falls by over 11% after Iran FM declares Strait of Hormuz open
Brent fell $11.12 to $88.27; WTI dropped $11.40 to $83.29 amid sharp declines in oil prices
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Trump says Iran war should end 'soon', Hezbollah should support truce
President Zardari, PM Shehbaz welcome Israel-Lebanon ceasefire announcement
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EU to restore Syria relations, strengthen trade and security ties, document shows
Brussels plans renewed Syria engagement, balancing sanctions relief with political leverage
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Israeli attacks kill 4 Palestinians, including child, in latest Gaza ceasefire violations
2 brothers killed in drone strike in northern Gaza, child shot dead in Gaza City
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Rohingya sea crossings hit record death toll in 2025, UNHCR says
Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees reported missing or dead in the Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal
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Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, seeks end to war across region
Deputy minister Khatibzadeh says Hormuz to remain open but new rules may apply on sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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Rybakina, Gauff reach Stuttgart Open quarters
Andreeva will now face Iga Swiatek
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Villa and Forest reach Europa League semis
Emery's team swatted aside Bologna with a 4-0 victory
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Eta wants focus on football
Union are seven points from relegation playoff with five games left
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Silva to leave Man City
He has scored 76 goals and provided 77 assists to date
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Qayyum weightlifting club wins Peshawar Inter-Club Championship
Khanullah named best weightlifter as Legends Club takes second, Pak Club finishes third
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Pakistan beat Sri Lanka 2–0, set up final clash against arch-rival India in ITF Asia 12
PTF president, secretary general and the entire management congratulated the team on their impressive victory
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Kingsmen extend winning streak in PSL
Perera, Irfan and Labuschagne guided their side to a five-wicket win over Rawalpindiz
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Alcaraz withdraws from Barcelona Open
The Spaniard exited early with a wrist injury
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World Cup security planning delayed
Homeland security official says ongoing shutdown has affected planning
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Arsenal survive Sporting stalemate
Gunners won 1–0 on aggregate to reach Champions League semis
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Bayern Munich reach UCL semi-finals
Goals from Diaz and Olise seal victory against Real Madrid
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Domenicali urges Verstappen to respect F1
Four-time world champion has strongly criticised the hybrid engine rules
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Karachi Kings sign Jason Roy
Change confirmed after Waseem and Tanveer’s UAE call-up
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Asian Cup draw set for May 9
It will be held at Diriyah’s At-Turaif District
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Stokes targets Durham comeback
England captain aims to play three first-class games






























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