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Coalition formed to ensure free media
Journalist groups decide to jointly resist ‘attack on media from state or non-state actors’
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International law and war crimes in Palestine and Kashmir
Hopes for peace and regional security are diminishing because of the issues of Kashmir and Palestine
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Some reflections on the life and work of Sartaj Aziz
Sartaj was active in the student movement that campaigned for the creation of an independent state for Muslims
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The 4-1 drubbing
Even in a defeat, there are takeaways at times
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A silent war
The courage displayed by the cops as well as polio workers deserves admiration
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Iran attack: blessing in disguise for Pakistan?
Pakistan, Iran may have had security issues along the border but very few expected Iran to resort to unilateral action
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Are paper ballots still necessary today?
About 2,070 tonnes of paper will be used to print 250m ballot papers from 49,600 trees
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Pollution risks by petrol pumps
Varying amounts of vapours are emitted from car fuel tanks during filling
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Transmission sector reforms and load-shedding
Power production will remain sub-optimal due to low forex reserves along with outages
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Value chain(ed): a fresh and objective look
Current form of value chains actually constrains equitable distribution of benefits
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Is it time for SBP to alleviate debt burden?
Economists divided on whether inflation stems from money printing or imports
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Pakistan, Iran working discreetly to prevent future border crisis
Instead of violating each other’s sovereignty, the two countries may deepen intelligence cooperation, say sources
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PTI NA-119 candidate withdraws in Maryam’s favour
Mehr Muhammad Waseem will officially announce his inclusion in PML-N during a rally on January 25
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Bilawal promises new thinking in politics
PPP chief pledges truth and reconciliation commission if party governs next
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‘Volatile region faces heightened risk of chaos’
Senior expert says Iran needed to show it will strike back when attacked and Pakistan is viewed as an easier target
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Buner celebrates Ellum winter festival
Festival saw 110 bikes and 60 jeeps from across Pakistan converge in Buner
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Australia sweats in heatwave, lifting bushfire risk amid El Nino
Highest danger rating were in place for second day for parts of Western Australia then extended to South Australia
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Russia says four survive charter jet crash in Afghanistan, condition of two others unclear
Taliban say four survivors were now with Taliban administration officials
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NATO's Steadfast Defender exercises mark return to Cold War schemes, Russia says
These exercises are another element of hybrid war unleashed by West against Russia, says FM
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Religious spectacle to mark opening of Ayodhya temple by India's Modi
Temple site was bitterly contested for decades with both Hindus and Muslims laying claim to it
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Protesters call for change to Netanyahu government
Opposition leaders have offered to form a unity government not led by Netanyahu
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Dialogue held on South Asia security
Swift resolution of Iran crisis was commended as 'model of crisis management'
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Middle East missile attacks raise Gaza escalation risk
Iraqi groups attack US-controlled al-Asad air base, Palestinian fighters battle tanks trying to push back into Jabalia
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No issue with ‘PTI coming to power’ via vote
Solangi says no country gives media access to those who are involved in serious crimes
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Heavy fog disrupts PIA air operations
Several flights diverted and cancelled
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‘We will only hunt inflation, not anyone else’
Maryam said that a practical programme to get rid of unemployment and poverty had been prepared
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Nawaz continues with cautious approach
Ex-PM set to hit the stage in Abbottabad to address rally on Jan 22
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SJC dismissed majority complaints against judges
CJ Isa shares detailed performance report covering initial three months of his tenure
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PML-N to ‘oppose’ poll delay tooth and nail
Shehbaz says party will respect whoever people vote to power
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Tough polls battle under way in Balochistan
Despite facing strong rivals, Fazl has upper hand in NA-265 Pishin
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‘Can’t say if Imran waved cipher at rally’
Former bureaucrat says his earlier statement not made under oath
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Minallah links unity to free speech
SC judge advises judiciary to use criticism for improvement
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Lack of rules spark political social media splurge
PTI is regarded as the pioneer of social media politics in the country
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Revenue shortfall to be met with more taxes
IMF releases staff level report on state of economy
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Govt plans to launch digital rewards
IT ministry makes recommendations; initiative to promote cashless economy
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PBF urges use of AI for agricultural growth
Pakistan’s per-acre yield is behind global average due to limited access to modern machinery digital support services
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FBR overhaul row may end soon
Prospects of sending summary for cabinet’s approval suddenly increase
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Rwanda eyes enhanced trade, investment ties
LCCI stresses readiness to meet import needs with high-quality Pakistani products
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Bourse remains depressed over border tensions
KSE-100 index loses 1,355 points, or 2.1% WoW, settles at 63,282
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IMF warns of risks to economy despite stabilisation
Says risks have emerged to debt sustainability, ability to pay back IMF loans
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Hard work needed to boost trade: Turkiye CG
Promoting bilateral trade while exploring further opportunities of partnership
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IT remittances set to surge 20-25% by year-end
Govt initiatives for freelancers to boost IT remittances to over $600m mark
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Chinese team takes part in engineering fair
Show features seminars, workshops highlighting latest technologies, innovations in engineering, healthcare
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Akhtar projects better GDP growth
Expects economy to expand 2-2.5% in FY24, FBR to collect Rs10tr in taxes
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Fistfight between teens turns fatal
Confrontation occurred where 13-year-old allegedly punched 14-year old in chest during an argument
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PHA to navigate financial crunch with innovative business plan
Authority plans to auction 14 roads for installation of digital streamers
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Deadly wave of violence erupts
Man allegedly killed his aunt following domestic dispute
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Lightning detectors draw skepticism
Critics argue that the novel installations are inaccessible in rural areas most prone to lightning
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Dwindling varsity funds decried
Governor advises students to strengthen their grip in on artificial intelligence
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Hike in motorbike licence fee challenged
Petitioner contends exorbitant fees are burdensome for citizens
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Chinese FM Wang Yi felicitates Dar over peace efforts
Both leaders discuss Pak–China five-point peace initiative aimed at facilitating peaceful resolution of issues
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PM Shehbaz says Pakistan making all efforts to resolve US-Iran dispute
Also informs cabinet about his upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia
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Next round of US-Iran talks expected soon, says Khawaja Asif
Says there is sense of satisfaction after first round of talks, with no negative developments reported so far
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'Draft was ready': how US-Iran talks narrowly missed historic deal in Islamabad
Last-minute 'hiccup' resulted in breakdown of Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks, say sources
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Sindh outlines welfare schemes as Memon details housing, subsidies
Minister says over 300,000 small farmers given financial assistance of Rs1,500 per acre ahead of wheat harvesting
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Fact check: Viral video of former diplomat Deepak Vohra criticising Indian FM is doctored
iVerfiy conducts forensic analysis of the audio, concludes video is doctored and has been dubbed over through AI
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Three 'Indian spies' working in Pakistan handed down sentences
Individuals confess to luring others via social media with money offers for access to sensitive information
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IFATCA praises Pakistan air traffic controllers amid airspace disruptions
Letter states country saw surge in air traffic due to US-Iran war, as diverted flights used its key aviation corridor
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Japanese PM praises Pakistan’s role in facilitating US–Iran talks in Islamabad
In a telephone conversation, both PMs express desire to deepen bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Japan
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Three killed as passenger vehicle falls into ravine in Lower Dir
Rescue 1122 says a child, woman, and man were killed in the accident, while 10 others were injured
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Police officer martyred, four injured in attack on polio team in K-P
CM Afridi, Governor Kundi condemn the attack, calling it a cowardly act, vowing full support and best medical care
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Pakistan-Iran transit corridor formally opens
The inaugural shipment, comprising frozen meat, was transported via refrigerated trucks to Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Confab on prison reforms in June
NJPMC to promote policy dialogue on issue
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'Upgraded' Safari train chugs off from Pindi
Minister says similar train to start in Sindh
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Nationwide anti-polio drive kicks off today
During the campaign, 45 million children under the age of five will be administered anti-polio vaccine
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Fitch retains Pakistan's rating at B-
Says role in US-Iran ceasefire to ease external pressures
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PSX plunges over 6,600 points as US-Iran talks end without deal
Oil prices surge past $104 per barrel as Trump announces blockade on Strait of Hormuz
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Ending oil dependency cycle
Any strategy must begin with transport that consumes 75-80% of petroleum
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Financialisation of business firm
Goal of these companies is maximising shareholder value via dividend disbursement
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Lessons from America's AI policy
Pakistan treats AI largely as a software and skills initiative on grounds of energy crisis and lack of HPC centres
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Using diplomacy to avert recession
Continuation of war will plunge world into recession, trigger hyperinflation
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Road accidents: a massive economic challenge
Over 90% of freight, 95% of passenger traffic moves by road; accidents are dangerous and unaffordable
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Iran's Hormuz moves shake petrodollar's reign
US-Israel-Iran conflict exposes vulnerabilities in dollar-dominated oil trade, accelerating de-dollarisation
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HEC, industry agree to bridge skills gap
Applied Research Award announced as universities urged to update curricula to match global market needs
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Inflation jumps to four-year high in US
US inflation surge rattles voters, White House
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots
Ice cream chain Mixue plans $590m investment, while meal delivery firm Meituan to invest $1b by 2030
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Business bodies unite on economic issues
KCCI, FCCI say high energy costs undermining competitiveness, demand tax rationalisation in upcoming budget
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FinMin to attend World Bank-IMF meetings
Will also meet policymakers, Pakistani diaspora to highlight reform progress, growth prospects
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PSX surges 11% on Middle East ceasefire
KSE-100 closes up nearly 16,800 points at 167,191, powered by historic rally
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Germany's debt brake reform fails to advance
Commission members fail to find common ground, will offer non-binding ideas instead of full reform
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Netanyahu says Israel supports Trump's Iran naval blockade
Says Iran violated terms of talks, prompting Trump to impose naval blockade
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US begins naval blockade of Iran's ports
Trump said If any of these ships come anywhere close to our blockade, they will be immediately eliminated
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Iran warns 'no port in Gulf, Sea of Oman will be safe' after US blockade
Security of ports in Gulf and Sea of Oman is 'either for everyone or for no one,' IRGC says
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Restoring traffic in Strait of Hormuz is of 'paramount' importance, von der Leyen says
Her remarks followed Trump saying US would blockade maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports
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Israel seeks to declare Turkiye ‘new enemy’, says FM Hi
Turkiye-Israel tensions have risen steadily since Gaza war began after Hamas's Oct 7 attacks in 2023
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China rejects accusations of supplying weapons to Iran
Asserts commitment to responsible arms exports as tensions rise over US trade, military policies
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UK will not back blockade of Strait of Hormuz, Starmer says
UK refuses to be drawn into Iran war, prioritises reopening Strait of Hormuz, PM says
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Pope Leo rejects 'abuse' of Gospel, doubles down on anti-war message after Trump's tirade
Trump shares AI image of himself as Christ-like figure healing man after criticising Pope Leo XIV
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What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows?
Blocking Iranian shipments would disconnect a significant source of oil from the world's markets
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US, Australia, Philippines hold second joint drills in South China Sea this year
Maritime drills by US allies draw China’s ire as tensions escalate in contested waters
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US Democrats cheer defeat of Trump ally Orban in Hungary
Péter Magyar’s win sparks global reactions, mixed reactions from Trump allies
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Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order
Sánchez says Europe must do more as US pulls back, urging China to expand its global role
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Trump says he’s ‘fine’ if Iran skips talks after negotiations fail, says ceasefire holding well
Initially says Iran would “come to the table,” but later states he didn’t care if a “desperate” Iran returned to talks
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Iran accuses US of derailing Islamabad talks after near agreement
FM Abbas Araghchi says 'Islamabad MoU' was close but US "maximalism and shifting goalposts" blocked the deal
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Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'terrible' for foreign policy and 'weak' on crime
Tensions rise as Trump targets Pope Leo XIV over immigration stance, opposition to the Iran war
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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

























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