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Islamabad's smog is homegrown
Lessons from global megacities show data-driven transport and air-quality reforms can reverse trend
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Why investors only sign MoUs
Promises on paper will not build factories or jobs; Pakistan needs systems, not headlines
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Pakistani investors face hard choices in 2026
From zero-yield accounts to crypto and pensions, asset selection will now define outcomes
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Financial investment and capital gains
Short-term capital gains do not bode well for developing economy where millions are underemployed or unemployed
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2026: Pakistan must choose growth
Central challenge is to turn fragile stability into broad-based prosperity
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BLA terror bid foiled in Karachi; 2,000kg explosives seized
Prepared vehicle contained 60 plastic drums filled with explosives together with five explosive LPG cylinders
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BLA suffers major blow towards year-end
Killing of two key commanders disrupts suicide wing, shakes command structure
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CM: Will follow Imran's instruction to the letter
Sohail Afridi says his position on PTI street movement remains unchanged
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TTAP to stay away from NDC confab
Says PTI, the biggest party in opposition alliance, has reservations about the invite
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Woes of Pakistanis stuck in Afghanistan
From students to lorry drivers, ordinary people are trapped across border
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Balochistan sees transparency gains
FAFEN report reveals that public bodies are proactively disclosing 48% information required under law
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PTI wants talks, but Imran blocks the way: Kaira
He maintained that the party needs to create political space for dialogue with other political parties
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JI chief: LG system crippled by politics, corruption
Hafiz Naeem accuses provinces of sabotaging Article 140-A
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President, PM stress Kashmir issue resolution for lasting peace
We urge international community to urgently call upon India to halt its widespread human rights violations in IIOJK
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Govt orders crackdown on money launderers
Interior minister visits FIA Karachi Zone, warns against hawala-hundi business
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'Battlefield 6' faces claim of copying 'Call of Duty' artwork
Players allege use of AI-generated artwork in paid cosmetic bundle
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Angelina Jolie plans to leave Los Angeles for private life abroad
She is reported to be selling her Los Feliz home as she plans to live abroad after her children turn 18
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Djo ends Swift's 78-day Spotify rule
Joe Keery's 2022 track finds new life after 'Stranger Things' finale sends streams surging
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Greed takes over in Mahira and Fahad's new thriller
First look at 'Aag Lagay Basti Mein' promises crisis, confusion, and chaos
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YouTube refreshes TV app design
New-look player promises smoother navigation on big screens; viewers complain of glitches
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Cameron becomes first director to deliver four straight $1b films
He sets a new benchmark after 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses the coveted mark at the global box office
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ANP rejects Hazara province resolution
Calls for provinces on nationality basis, Pashtun unity, constitutional supremacy
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CM orders completion of K-P transmission line
Cheap electricity for industries to boost economic stability; 800MW to be added in four years
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'Counters more powerful than voters'
Former National Assembly Speaker also raised concerns over the violation of people's right to vote
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PML-F youth booked for tearing down PPP flags
PML-F Sindh general secretary condemns registration of case against around 80 youth activists
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Education sole path to strong society & state, says CM
Pays tributes to ZA Bhutto for laying foundation of AIOU which helps distant learning at any age
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Probe ordered as obscene video from Naukot Fort goes viral
Guard arrested, alleged blackmail racket uncovered; concerns grow over damage to tourism and staff negligence
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402 illegal shops sealed in Karachi
Two-day operation against roadside tea-stalls, shops and other illegal structures resulted in sealing, removal
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Muslim, Hindu, Christian couples' mass wedding held
A social welfare organisation arranged collective weddings for 250 couples, providing dowries, meals for guests
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Hazara Culture Day celebrated
Celebrations saw Hazarawal people donned traditional attire, participated in folk dances, speeches, traditional games
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Man receives e-chalan for stolen bike
According to affected citizen, motorcycle was stolen from Liaquatabad in 2023
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Sharae Faisal street lights go solar
Initiative expected to save around Rs25 million annually in electricity costs
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Protest against 'US attack' on Venezuela
National Trade Union Federation Pakistan, Home-Based Women Workers Federation Pakistan stage demonstration outside KPC
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Man kills father, injures mother
Pistol snatched from victim during altercation
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Wildlife dept recovered over 16,000 animals, birds in 2025
More than 4,400 cases registered against illegal hunting
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Teaching Hospital MS, principal removed over serious lapses
Patients complain of delay in provision of medicines
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Caretaker bureaucracy retains key power
The past year proved to be a historic one for Punjab's state apparatus, marked by an increased centralization of power
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Two die in gas explosions
Such incidents tend to rise alarmingly during the winter season
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Workers' fate uncertain after contract law repeal
Warns that large-scale unemployment would create serious social and economic problems
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Excessive traffic fines spark backlash
Citizens accuse authorities of using traffic enforcement as a revenue-generation tool
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Transgender assault suspects netted
Haripur Police continue an ongoing crackdown against individuals involved in social crimes
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Jordan's FM hails Pakistan's constructive role, peace efforts in call with Dar
DPM underscores Pakistan's commitment to dialogue and diplomatic engagement
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PM Shehbaz meets Nawaz, discusses Middle East situation and Pakistan's peace efforts
Informs PML-N supremo on overall situation, global oil prices and government relief measures
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Sindh CM sets deadlines for Karachi BRT Red Line, Shahrah-e-Bhutto projects
Says Bhutto Expressway will open before Eid, all Red Line mixed-traffic lanes to be completed in 2 months
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Karachi sizzles as feels-like temperature soars to 45°C
Data shows that Gulistan-e-Jauhar recorded the highest temperature in the city at 42°C
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Climate action just gained new momentum
Countries representing one-third of the world’s economy have agreed to begin planning a phase-out of fossil fuels
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Iran envoy criticises US behaviour as 'aggressive', says talks hinge on sincerity
Says Iran has shared latest proposal with US via Pakistan
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Korean Festival leaves K-pop fans disappointed
Korean Embassy event gets cancelled over unanticipated large turnout, overcrowding
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Wildlife Rangers arrest suspects over skinning of dead lion in Lahore
Wildlife officials also recover large number of stuffed animals from suspect’s residence during search operation
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President, PM reaffirm commitment to press freedom on World Press Freedom Day
President extends greetings to journalists, editors, media workers, media professionals in Pakistan, around world
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To infinity and beyond
With Chinese cooperation, Pakistan’s space ambitions have entered a historic new phase
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Bari Imam's Noorpur Shahan Bazaar razed
Over 1,000 acres reclaimed as authorities demolish shops and shrine-linked businesses
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A love story you can walk into
The Museum of Innocence is a love story trapped in memory, where obsession turns into archive
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A normal that feels different
A snowbound standoff where Western grit collides with modern mayhem
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Do we still want to read?
Reels and nonstop social media, with shrinking attention spans and overload, are pushing books to the margins
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Our solar conundrum
Is the boom in Pakistan real, or are policy gaps, rising costs, and system limits slowing the transition?
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Oil slips after Trump says US will assist ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude futures fell 6 cents, or 0.1%, to $108.11 a barrel after settling down $2.23 on Friday
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Sci-tech solutions to end poverty
From drones, data to rural e-commerce, China is turning innovation into income
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Biometric cure for circular debt?
Telecom, banking success shows identity linking can fix utility recoveries
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When tax zealotry chokes export growth
Taxes on inputs for export goods do not generate sustainable revenue; they merely reduce export volumes
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Rate hike signals deeper concern
Gap between what is said, meant and heard can carry profound consequences
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Green hydrogen for energy security
Import dependence, global shocks push Pakistan to explore low-carbon alternatives
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Fibre deficit is bottleneck for 5G
Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025
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OPEC+ set to agree third oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure, sources say
Seven OPEC+ members approve 188,000 bpd hike for June but increase remains symbolic until strait reopens
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Pakistan eyes boost in rice exports to Oman
Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May
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FinMin urges banks to boost cyber defence
Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment
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Minister courts Pakistani investors
Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others
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Uzbekistan pushes for live animal imports
Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements
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Business leaders oppose 286% gas tariff hike
SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall
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Chinese firm flags export delays
Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement
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WTO plans 10% budget cut
US fell back into arrears and a growing number of members failed to pay their dues on time
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Iran envoy criticises US behaviour as 'aggressive', says talks hinge on sincerity
Says Iran has shared latest proposal with US via Pakistan
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Trump must choose ‘impossible’ war or ‘bad deal’ with Iran, says IRGC
Trump said US Navy was acting 'like pirates' in carrying out Washington's naval blockade of Iranian ports
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Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from Lockheed, Boeing
Deal first step in $119b plan to strengthen Israeli military readiness, defence ministry says
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Israeli military urges residents of 11 southern Lebanon towns to move to open areas
Military says it is conducting operations against Hezbollah, described as a violation of their ceasefire agreement
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KSA allows Hajj travel for children aged 12
Pakistan Hajj Mission issued a new directive, confirming that pilgrims above 12 years of age are eligible to travel
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Austria arrests baby food poisoning suspect
Arrest comes two weeks after Austrian authorities detected rat poison in baby-food jars sold in some supermarkets
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US bypasses Congress for $8.6b arms sales to ME allies
Announces approval of sales to Qatar, UAE, Kuwait and Israel
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Israel questions two Gaza flotilla activists
Israel said it had removed around 175 activists from the flotilla
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Lebanon says 13 killed in Israeli strikes in south
NNA also reported Israeli strikes and artillery fire on other south Lebanon locations, including Tyre
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US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany
NATO says working with Washington to understand decision
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Six dead as heavy rains hit Brazil
Rainfall caused flooding and landslides in the state capital, Recife and nearby areas
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Washington Hilton attack spotlights hotel industry's security problem
Allen's attack heightened a decades-old problem for the hotel industry
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Mexican governor steps aside after US accusations of cartel ties
Rocha is of the same Morena party as President Claudia Sheinbaum
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Trump likens US navy to 'pirates' over Hormuz blockade
Iran says renewed conflict with US 'possible', some ships seized by US after exiting Iranian ports, IRGC flex
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Iran says ‘ball in US court’, but ready for talks on war
IRGC announces 'new rules' over the coastline in the Gulf, Strait of Hormuz
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Kentucky Derby 2026: Mike Smith aims to become oldest winning jockey at 59
Mike Smith eyes record as oldest Kentucky Derby winner at 59 with contender So Happy at Churchill Downs
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Kostyuk claims first Madrid Open title
World number 23 beat Andreeva 6-3, 7-5
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Barcelona on verge of Liga title
Lewandowski and Torres strike late to secure a 2–1 win at Osasuna
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PSG held by Lorient
Goals from both sides end in a 2–2 draw in Paris
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Arsenal go six points clear of Man City
Arteta's side demolished Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz
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Napoli frustrate Como in Serie A stalemate
Draw helps Inter extend a nine-point lead
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Hardie’s all-round brilliance powers Zalmi to second HBL PSL title
Batting first, Kingsmen are bowled out for 129; Samad’s 48 and Hardie’s 58 seal win with 28 balls to spare
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Young fires 67 to seize PGA lead
Jordan Spieth, Alex Smalley and Nick Taylor shared second
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Paralympic champion Zanardi dies
The former Formula One driver lost both legs in an accident
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Lecce win relegates Pisa and Verona from Serie A
The victory helped them occupy the last safe space in Serie A
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Leeds beat Burnley to virtually secure EPL survival
Their 3-1 victory secured them a spot in the next season
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An Australian’s tears
Hyderabad captain Labuschagne burst into tears after qualifying for PSL 11 final
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Pistons, Raptors survive as Lakers progress in NBA playoffs
Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination against Orlando
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Sinner, Zverev reach Madrid Open final
The second seed dispatched promising Belgian Alexander Blockx 6-2, 7-5
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Norris on sprint pole as McLaren shine again
The 26-year-old Briton outpaced Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli












































































































