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PPP, MQM-P workers clash on fixing of flag, banners
Two teenage boys standing nearby injured in indiscriminate fire by fighting groups
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13 polling stations added to highly sensitive list
ECP increases the number from 168 to 181 on the recommendations of security agencies
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City plunges into dark after rains
Severe traffic jams reported on main arteries and roundabouts
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Scores killed in overnight strikes as Hamas weighs Gaza truce proposal
Israeli planes bomb kindergarten in Rafah sheltering displaced Palestinians
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Balochistan govt bans public meetings, electoral gatherings in Quetta
Achakzai indicates presence of suspected female suicide bomber in Quetta
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US travel advisory urges caution during Pak polls
Disruptions to internet, cellular services are anticipated
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Rasheed A Rizvi is no more
Former judge passed away in Karachi on Saturday night
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SC urges govt action on frivolous litigation
Suggests potential amendments to existing laws or new legislation
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Winning hand of king's party
No ruling party in four elections secured over 33% of votes, creating manoeuvering space for establishment
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Polio detected in 30 samples since Dec
One third of samples tested positive for crippling disease collected from Karachi
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Jilani attends EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum
Calls for enhanced cooperation between Europe, its partners to confront global challenges
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Convictions’ timing raises eyebrows
Legal experts smell fishy in judgments coming in quick succession ahead of polls
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Govt initiates FBR restructuring
Akhtar to head implementation committee, 72 hours deadline for legal package
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FM agrees to collaborate with business community
Sheikh says it was longstanding demand for complete digitalisation, transparency of FBR operations
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Special passes for Afg-Pak cargo transport
Smoothing of Pak-Afghan trade which recently halted for ten days over conditions of visas by truck drivers
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PSX faces volatility amid political uncertainty
KSE-100 index lost 810 points, or 1.3% WoW, settles at 63,002.92
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Indonesia c bank: No room to cut rates
BI raised key policy rate by 250 basis points from Aug 2022 to Oct 2023
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Govt to reconsider privatisation of LNG plants
Ministerial group cites challenges, risks in circular debt-plagued power sect
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Ethiopian delegation calls on FM
Express interest in learning from Pakistan’s economic experiences
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Cotton production up 75%
Favourable weather, govt support drive growth, but rising costs pose challenges
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Auto industry anticipates sales boost post elections
Stable prices, reduced interest rates forecasted to drive demand
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Industrial subsidies burden may be cut by 91%
Plan will increase burden on consumers using over 400 units by 41% or Rs22 billion
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HFH complex reopens next week
Interim Punjab CM inaugurates project before completion
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Rawalpindi’s traffic relief initiative unveiled
Rs8.2b signal-free corridor project to stretch from Pirwadhai Mor to Katchery Chowk
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Human trafficker gets 147-year jail term
The convict used to collect Rs1 million to Rs2.5 million from innocent citizens
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Pindi courts see rise in matrimonial disputes
Police register cases of 41 women, who either left their homes or were abducted for rape
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President rejects appeal of workplace harasser
Dr Alvi stresses serious consequences of harassment on women
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PAC hosts vibrant Kashmir solidarity event
Showcases Kashmir history & culture; lively performances echo sentiments of support
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Man kills niece in courtroom
The police said they had started an investigation into the incident
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Constable booked over alleged rape of youth
Suspect ‘assaulted’ victim at gunpoint, threatened to kill him
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Delivery boy’s suspected killers held
Accused allegedly shot and killed the delivery boy after having a argument on the payment for the pizza
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Traders introduced to ‘Track and Trace’ system
Chief commissioner urged traders to create awareness about the system
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Traffic penalties prove ineffective
City records over 0.5m violations in a month
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Five terror suspects netted in Punjab
The arrested suspects belong to the banned organization Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)
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Main parties ‘neglect women’
Only two adhere to Election Commission’s gender quota
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Education board discrepancies
Findings uncovered by inquiry committee paint disturbing picture of systemic flaws within institution
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Indebted nation
Pakistan’s national debt has shot up to almost 75% of GDP in the latest finance ministry report on the subject
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Another day, another conviction
Iddat case reflects political vendetta at work and has left a bad taste for societal ethics
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Boredom and the quest for novelty
When one feels disconnected from one’s routine activities, boredom signals need for change
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Civilian supremacy’s last chance for a generation
Khan and his supporters have shown extraordinary courage in the face of brutal state repression
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Has the bell for democracy already tolled in Pakistan?
Civilian governments in Pakistan have not been rising on shoulders of public power but borrowed power from military
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Uzbekistan policies show the way to developing world
Uzbek leader’s campaign worked given Chinese enterprises with investment participation were second largest in country
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SC urged to probe allegations of manipulation in Panamagate
Islamabad Bar Association recommends inquiry be conducted by SC itself under its ample powers
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PM seeks UAE investment in aviation, tourism
Kakar says two countries enjoy brotherly ties
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Ensure Imran’s presence on next hearing: ATCs
Anti-terrorism courts directed prosecution to ensure presence of Imran via video link in FIRs regarding May 9 riots
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K-P gearing up for an interesting election
PTI seems to be the party to beat in the province, however its legal troubles will aid the likes of JUI-F
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700 power feeders trip as heavy rains cause urban flooding in Karachi
Intense rain results in flooding on various roads, causing motorcycles and cars to come to a standstill
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ECP declares Qureshi ineligible to contest polls for five years
Decision comes days after ex-FM was awarded 10 years imprisonment in the high-profile cypher case
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High Commission participates in New Delhi charity bazaar
The event showcased Pakistani cuisines and traditional clothing, promoting cultural diplomacy
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Fear and triumph as Indian holy city mosque dispute heats up
Tensions rise in Varanasi as Hindus seek control of Gyanvapi mosque; local court orders mosque basement open to Hindus
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Gas pipeline explosion in K-P's Haripur leaves 8 dead, 5 injured: officials
Deceased include women and children trapped in fire at gas pipeline in Hattar Industrial Estate
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Pakistan, UK launch initiative to strengthen geoscientific capacity, mineral sector
British HC Jane Marriott says Pakistan's geological potential requires trustworthy data collated via modern methods
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Iran's envoy says any future US talks to be held only in Pakistan
Ambassador cites Islamabad’s neutrality after hosting highest-level talks since 1979
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Turkiye on last leg of 3-nation tour
Expected to meet President Erdoğan and other leaders on sidelines of Fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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Pakistan working on nuclear 'breakthrough' as CDF Munir meets Iran's Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf
CDF Munir likely to visit to Washington, DC, after trip to Tehran, Pakistan government sources say
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Pakistan says Iran-US 'agreement is reachable'
Foreign Office said talks continue, no deal reached yet, but process remains intact and ongoing
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Saudi Arabia announces $8b support to Pakistan amid UAE debt repayment
Riyadh says move aims to support Pakistan’s economy and strengthen resilience
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NA panel takes alarm at Taunsa HIV cases, seeks detailed briefing
Committee also expresses concern over reported deaths, including suicide cases, in medical colleges
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Power minister apologises as LNG shock plunges country into severe load-shedding
Says shortfall is created once demand exceeds 16,500MW, adds peak demand reached up to 20,000MW in past 15 days
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Pakistan Navy successfully conducts test of indigenously developed anti-ship missile
President, PM, CDF, and services chiefs commend participating units and scientists on achieving this milestone
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AJK police arrest suspected Raw agent in Rawalakot
Police chief says suspect was recording videos and taking photographs of sensitive installations
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PM Shehbaz expresses solidarity with Qatari emir, urges de-escalation, dialogue for regional peace
Both review bilateral relations, reaffirm commitment to strengthen cooperation in areas including security, defence
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Man rescued alive after 16 days trapped under landslide in K-P
The survivor identified as Abdul Wahab was pulled from the debris after an extended search operation
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Pakistan, Turkiye commando exercise Jinnah-XIII concludes in Ankara, Isparta
ISPR says primary aim of exercise was to refine drills, procedures, techniques related to counterterrorism operations
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Punjab moves to cut stamp duty on property transactions from 3% to 1%
Transactions completed within 12 months, stamp duty set at 1%, while transactions beyond 12 months subject to 2%
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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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Pakistan receives $2bn from Saudi Arabia: SBP
FinMin confirms financial bailout, aimed at helping the country meet its external financing needs
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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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$3b Saudi support fuels robust PSX rally
KSE-100 adds nearly 2,900 points over growing investor interest
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Minister woos foreign investors
Discusses with Italian, Danish envoys concerns over tariff classification
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Customs gives directives for smooth salt export
Authorities direct that practice of declaring exports under general trade codes be discontinued
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AI Seekho launched with Rs2.5m prize pool
Google, Telenor partner with govt as schools introduce AI curriculum, 1,000 scholarships planned by 2030
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Climate funds ignore vulnerable
ADB adviser calls for Provincial Finance Commission, shift to pre-arranged support
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OGDC hits record oil, gas discovery in Kohat
Well now contributes approximately 10% of Pakistan's total crude oil production
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ME crisis sparks significant supply shocks
Aurangzeb says govt assessing second, third-round effects of crisis on economic indicators
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SBP replaces 2018 crypto ban with new VASP rules
Banks may open accounts for licensed virtual asset firms under strict AML compliance
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Retailers claim Rs100b loss from early closure
Caution decline in activity may reduce tax collection by Rs25b per week
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Govt weighs spot LNG as Iran war hits supply, ramps up domestic oil and gas
Says the government considers buying liquefied natural gas on the spot market to offset supply disruptions
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SBP opens formal banking to licensed virtual asset service providers
PVARA chairman terms it a foundational step in bringing virtual assets into the formal financial system of Pakistan
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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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Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world
Slams leaders who use religious language to justify wars, urges 'decisive change of course'
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Iran-US talks turn to interim deal amid rifts over nuclear work, Iranian sources say
A senior Iranian official said gaps narrowed, including over managing the Strait of Hormuz route
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Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year
Fires burn in parts of capital with firefighters working to control multiple blazes
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EU working on jet fuel plan as US-Iran crisis threatens air travel
EU also working on measures targeting jet fuel supply but still in development, officials familiar with proposals say
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Pete Hegseth says US forces ready to restart combat if Iran doesn't agree a deal
US military forces are mounting a blockade on all ships seeking to enter or leave Iran
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Iran says it seeks accountability from US, Israel over killing of its leadership
Foreign ministry spokesperson tells Russian media Tehran calls US-Israeli attacks ‘war crimes’
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US-Iran war exposes cost of Asia's fossil fuel reliance
Pakistan has not made any spot LNG purchases after reducing its dependence on imported fossil fuels to 25% from 32%
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Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch amid US-Israel war on Iran
Country depends on imports for 80% of fuel needs
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Chinese FM backs ceasefire momentum in call with Iranian counterpart
'Current situation has reached critical stage between war and peace, and a window for peace is opening,' says Wang Yi
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US confirms loss of $238m surveillance drone during Iran war
MQ-4C Triton vanishes from online flight-tracking sites, no evidence it went down in Iran
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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









































































































