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Farmers pile pressure on EU agri-head
Protest EU measures that place constraints on them, rising costs
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Poultry industry sees 40% decline
Reduction in industry due to ill-planned strategies
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PDM economic management led to sharp rise in per capita debt
A year under coalition govt triggered 25% surge in per capita debt
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Apple to settle lawsuit with tech startup
Agreement allows Apple to examine Rivos’ systems and recover any confidential information
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Challenges abound for new govt
Upcoming govt may opt for old solutions, avoid politically tough decisions
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Mirza family routed from Badin politics
Analysts attribute the downfall of Mirza family to rift with PPP
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Death toll in Indian town violence over demolition of ‘madrasa, mosque’ rises to five
Situation under control in Banbhoolpura area of Uttarakhand state after Thursday’s violent clashes, says official
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COAS urges healing touch to move on from polarization
Gen Asim says Pakistan's diverse policy will be well-represented by unified govt
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Three newly-elected independent MNAs join PML-N
Barrister Aqeel, Raja Khurram Nawaz, and Mian Khan Bugti announce allegiance to Nawaz Sharif’s party
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Alvi says use of EVMs could’ve averted election uncertainty
President says ‘if we find ourselves in a hole, wisdom says, ask for Allah’s help and at least, let’s stop digging’
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Pakistan may face more economic misery if election result unclear
Political fragmentation may hinder austerity measures and IMF negotiations, impacting bond markets and FX reserves
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Parties vie to form government as no clear winner emerges
Imran Khan claims victory, while Nawaz Sharif says his party won most seats and will form government with allies
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US Senate committee chair regrets denial of ‘meaningful participation of all parties'
Ben Cardin condemns 'in strongest terms' deadly bombings at election campaign offices in Balochistan
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Internet watchdog reports nation-scale disruption of social media
Incident comes 'amid political turmoil after a controversial election', says NetBlocks
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NDM chief Mohsin Dawar injured by cops firing
Police claim they retaliated when ex-MNA’s activists attacked security forces camp in N Waziristan
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PTI-backed candidates move IHC against NA-47, NA-48 results
Shoaib Shaheen says crimes of past being replayed; 'judiciary only hope'
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Imran, his ex-ministers get bail in May 9 cases
ATC observes that PTI leaders, Sheikh Rashid were booked in cases months after the rioting incidents
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Transparency at polling stations, not in RO offices: FAFEN
Spokesperson says delay in results caused uncertainty; mobile, internet shutdown impeded parliamentary efforts
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Govt asserts neutrality, dismissing allegations
Defending election-day actions, minister says results validate stance
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ECP official says result compilation takes time
Spokesperson Nighat Siddique has expressed satisfaction over the peaceful conduct of the polling
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Four dead, dozens injured in PTI-police clash
Shangla election dispute escalates into chaos; ex-PTI candidate among injured
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PM directs steps to attract FDI
Kakar directs ministries to present their respective strategies on doable projects to SIFC without any delay
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Pakistan draws UN attention to mosque demolition in India
Envoy says human security cannot be guaranteed if right to self-determination is denied
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PPP clean sweeps Sindh
Bags 37 out of 39 National Assembly seats across Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas, Nawabshah, Sukkur, Larkana divisions
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CM Punjab crown up for grabs
Maryam and Shehbaz likely candidates; chances of an outsider snagging the coveted slot seem minuscule
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PPPP to retain Sindh govt for fourth term
Grand Democratic Alliance claiming to form next govt in province could secure only two seats
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MQM-P seeks to woo independents
Siddiqui outlines three-point agenda aimed at fostering genuine change in country
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MQM-P wins 20 seats from Karachi division
MQM-P claims that it has regained its lost mandate and held victory celebrations
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PPP secures 42 NA seats from Sindh
MQM-P bags 13 NA seats from Karachi, one from Hyd, GDA gets none
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ECP failed to hold fair elections: JI
Delay in counting shows results were changed under planned conspiracy
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PPP candidates stage rally to celebrate election victory
PPP candidates from NA-212, PS-48 win
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PTI, MQM-P clash over rigging accusations
Five injured, two with gunshots; tensions high in Hyderabad
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Stocks slump over poll result delay
Benchmark KSE-100 index loses 1,200.12 points, settles at 62,943.75
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Oil rises 1%, heads for weekly gain
Amid persistent tensions in Middle East after Israel rejected ceasefire offer
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IMF urges BOJ to consider ending yield curve control
Advises gradual rise of short-term rates as economy recovers
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Major AI chips designer chases $30b market
Nvidia building new unit to design chips for cloud computing firms
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Job cuts expected at banks in Asia
Japan, India offer hope amid market turmoil in China
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Auto industry seeks growth via diversification
Local companies pivot to new products to curb imports, build economic resilience
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Exports to Afghanistan rise 3.63% in 6 months
Recorded at $260.716m during Jul-Dec 2023-24
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Bitcoin surges in biggest weekly rally in four months
Rises 5% to one-month high on increased buying ahead of April’s halving
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Forex reserves dip $173m to $8.04b
SBP attributes decrease to debt repayment; rupee appreciates slightly
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Global youth solidarity
World Youth Festival: global platform for youth leaders to discuss democracy, imperialism, and emerging trends
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Speculative thinking and the future
Stability in thought, cognitive dissonance and unsustainable future are agenda of today’s writing
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Structural imbalances
Amid political chatter, delve into systemic misconfigurations impacting national well-being
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Towards a counter-cultural education
Humans are distinguishable from other animals by their self-consciousness or awareness of conscious
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PDM 2.0?
Post-ballot trajectory is one of chaos and confusion, marred by serious allegations of irregularities
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Hindutva in secular guise
Uniform Civil Code has significant privacy implications
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Changes to Electricity Act sought
Govt wants modernisation of law in line with new realities in power sector
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Fractious poll fertile ground for disinformation
PTI and PML-N were both falsely claimed to have called for election boycotts
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PPP, NP strengthen position in Balochistan
BAP, BNP suffer major blows; most heavyweights retain seats
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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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PM Shehbaz meets Turkish FM in Antalya ahead of diplomacy forum
Shehbaz describes Turkiye as his 'second home' and terms it a pleasure to visit the country
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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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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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PAA extends fuel carriage NOTAM until April 30
Decision comes amid continued disruptions and logistical challenges in the availability of jet fuel one
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Solar net metering helps avert daytime outages
LNG disruption and low hydel output widen supply gap
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Sugarcane cultivation banned in Katcha areas
Section 144 imposed in Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur to improve security near roads
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PTI leaders skip Adiala Jail visit
Court-mandated meet snub hints at internal rifts
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FCC upholds ban on Indian, Israeli books
Rules right to read not absolute; cites national security and foreign policy
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Govt overhauls civil service conduct rules
Barred from using official positions for personal gain, mandatory disclosure of assets
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HIV surge in Taunsa triggers health alert
NA panel flags suicide cases in medical colleges
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Pakistan sets the stage for next round of talks
CDF Munir, Iran's president, top brass discuss de-escalation; PM, Qatari Emir stress regional stability
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SBP receives $2 billion Saudi credit
SBP receives $2 billion Saudi credit
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PSX surges over 2,400 points in midday trading
Investors cheer easing Middle East tensions, government's Rs109 to Rs116 billion Sukuk listing
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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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PM seeks relaxation in honorarium policy
President, PM may grant unlimited performance rewards as govt pursues austerity
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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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Port infrastructure upgrades underway
Berths reach depth of 15.5 metres to accommodate larger vessels
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UK's Starmer again under pressure to resign as Mandelson row reignites
Opposition demands answers as Mandelson vetting scandal pressurises PM
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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz welcome Israel-Lebanon ceasefire announcement
Israeli 'acts of aggression' violate ceasefire agreement with Lebanon, Lebanese Army says
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Iran slams ‘one-sided’ UN draft, labels US sanctions ‘economic terrorism’
Tehran denounces a vetoed draft as biased, accuses the US and Israel of war crimes
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Eight killed in helicopter crash in Indonesia
Authorities confirm no survivors after plane crashed in remote Senkadu regency
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China steps up Iran diplomacy while seeking smooth summit with Trump
China’s cautious war stance preserved leverage, with Trump crediting Beijing for bringing Iran to Pakistan talks
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Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine
Blazes erupt in capital as firefighters battle multiple infernos
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Cuba 'ready' for possible US attack: president
Diaz-Canel says it is their duty to avoid that 'confrontation'
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UN General Assembly debates Strait of Hormuz closure after China, Russia veto draft resolution
Iran's UN envoy calls US maritime blockade 'clear act of aggression'
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US, Hamas hold direct talks in Cairo to advance Gaza ceasefire: report
US adviser Aryeh Lightstone met Hamas negotiator in Cairo, joined by Nickolay Mladenov, CNN says
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Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel
Invites Israeli PM and Lebanon’s president to White House, calling it first meaningful talks between two countries
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Rights groups, JI join hands against inhuman culling of stray dogs, bite attack cases in Punjab
436,408 dog bite cases in 22 months, but govt shows little interest in resolving the issue
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Over 60 organisations call for suspension of EU-Israel association agreement
'People of Palestine and Lebanon deserve action and accountability, not concerns and condolences,' says joint letter
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction












































































































