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Pindi bakers to pull shutters down as flour prices rise
Association calls for complete strike on Tuesday to protest inflation, sealing of tandoors, unjustified fines
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US sees opportunity to cement bilateral strategic ties with Pakistan: Rubio
Secretary of State says growing engagement with Pakistan does not come at the expense of US friendship with India
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US, China reach rare earths, tariff pause for Trump and Xi to consider
Trump arrived in Malaysia for an ASEAN summit, saying after talks, “I think we’ll have a deal with China.”
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25 terrorists killed as forces foil Afghan border infiltration, five soldiers martyred: ISPR
Infiltration attempts made at time when Pakistan-Afghanistan talks underway in Turkiye
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Punjab changes school timings amid rising smog, winter conditions
Education Department says, new winter schedule is part of precautionary measures to minimise health risks
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Russia tested new nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile
Russia’s top general told Putin the missile flew 14,000 km in 15 hours during an October 21 test
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Pakistan storms into Asian Youth Games volleyball semifinals
Green shirts defeated China 3-0 in straight sets
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Fire breaks out at girls’ primary school in Swat
Local residents rush to scene to help extinguish blaze, officials say cause is an electrical short circuit
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AJK power talks: Zardari, Shehbaz discuss coalition possibilities
PM Shehbaz tasks PML-N AJK Affairs Committee to hold talks with PPP
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Riffat Ara Alvi, mother of slain journalist Arshad Sharif, passes away
Riffat Alvi passes away just three days after the third anniversary of her son Arshad Sharif’s death
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Lahore lights up for the album launch of Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan's next, 'Neelofar'
A night of music, film, and timeless charm
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PM Shehbaz announces new gas connections for domestic consumers
He says decision allows public to access affordable, quality fuel
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PTI rally in Karak: K-P CM Afridi says federal govt owes Rs550bn to tribal districts
'An operation will not succeed unless the public stands behind you', says Junaid Khan
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Sindh dengue count climbs to 1,083 as Karachi remains most affected
Deputy commissioners, health officers told to remove stagnant water to prevent mosquito breeding
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Israeli forces conduct targeted strike on suspect in central Gaza
Israeli military's claim of a planned attack by the group was a 'mere fallacious allegation', says Hamas
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‘Broken Images’ turns the mirror back on all of us
Mauj Collective’s sharp take on Girish Karnad’s play captures the all-too-familiar chaos of living between languages
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Air pollution in Lahore, Punjab cities reaches ‘hazardous’ category
Meteorological Department advises citizens to avoid outdoor activity, urges masks for sensitive groups
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PM Shehbaz to embark on three-day visit to Riyadh
Talks with Saudi to focus on trade, investment, energy, human resources and regional, international developments
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Karachi police arrest two in PPP leader, worker murder case
Faiz Khan was shot dead outside his home in March, while two other party members also killed
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Trump headlines ASEAN summit as Thailand, Cambodia reach ceasefire deal
Conflict killed at least 48 people, displaced an estimated 300,000 in their worst fighting in recent history
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Kachehri Chowk revamp set to start, easing traffic in Rawalpindi
Once construction starts Kachehri Chowk will be closed to traffic, police have drawn up alternative traffic plan
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Pakistan presents anti-terror plan to Afghanistan in Istanbul talks
'The discussions between Pakistan and the Taliban government, hosted by Turkey, lasted nine hours'
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MDCAT 2025 begins across Pakistan today despite calls for postponement
Total 140,125 candidates register nationwide to sit exam
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The journey of sikh sacred music across borders
Once spread across Punjab’s shrines, Sikh liturgical music now survives as a small but vibrant practice in Pakistan
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The curtain falls on Diane Keaton
She made us laugh, think, and fall in love — sometimes all in the same scene
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The price of her liberation
As working women find themselves trapped between pay cheque and domestic work
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The price of influence
From betting apps to fake tickets, Pakistan’s digital deception now hides behind familiar faces.
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Built from the battle
At 24, Jovita’s world changed with three words, breast cancer. What followed was the fight that rebuilt her life.
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Authenticity for sale
De-influencing culture and the myth of the real life
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Beyond the durand line
In the last 50 years, the Afghans have never been in control of their destinies
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Pakistan set to face China in Asian Youth Games volleyball quarterfinals
Green shirts defeated Saudi Arabia 3-1 to top Pool E
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McLaren's Norris takes stunning pole in Mexico ahead of both Ferraris
The 25-year-old Briton clocked a best lap of one minute and 15.586 seconds to beat Leclerc
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Bayern beat 10-man 'Gladbach to match European record
Kimmich, Guerreiro and Karl were on target as the champions kept their perfect start alive across all competitions
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Cunha scores first Man Utd goal in win over Brighton
Goals from Cunha, Casemiro, and Mbeumo sealed a 4-2 victory over Brighton
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Villarreal keep heat on Liga leaders before Clasico
Goals from Gerard Moreno and Santi Comesaña secured a 2-0 win over Valencia
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Napoli go top with slump-ending win over Inter
De Bruyne netted his fourth league goal before suffering a hamstring injury
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Orlando Pirates bow out of Africa despite brave comeback
The Congolese side’s dramatic victory sealed their place among Africa’s elite
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PSG regain Ligue 1 summit as Marseille downed by Lens
Achraf Hakimi struck twice to inspire reigning champions to a 3-0 win over Brest
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Liverpool suffer fourth consecutive Premier League defeat at Brentford
They sit sixth in the table, four points behind leaders Arsenal
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Psychological abuse is a ground for divorce: SC
Top court redefines scope of cruelty, women's right to seek divorce
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PPP sets sights on AJK throne
Bilawal to announce new PM nominee
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K-P CM seeks Rs550b in unpaid dues
K-P CM seeks Rs550b in unpaid dues
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Asif gives Kabul a choice: pick peace or face open war
Islamabad, Kabul seek to firm up truce Istanbul negotiations to continue today
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'Catastrophic attack' foiled in Waziristan
'Catastrophic attack' foiled in Waziristan
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PSX slips 0.3% as selling offsets early gains
KSE-100 remains range bound amid profit-taking, policy uncertainty
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Paper industry seeks tax cuts to ease costs
APPMA, PRPA assure full support to LCCI; chamber pledges to advocate for SMEs, policy reforms
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Businessmen call new 'Bijli Package' ineffective
Argue it will not provide substantial tariff relief, leaving industries uncompetitive
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Steel scrap imports hit 45-month high
Private construction, lower duties drive scrap imports to four-year peak
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Fruit, vegetable market upgrade urged
He also proposed including adjacent vacant land within the market's boundary to expand capacity
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Revised tariff for K-Electric stokes fears
Experts say NEPRA determination will have far-reaching financial consequences
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PTI terms 27th Amendment attempt to undermine Constitution
Punjab leaders describe tweaks as ‘theft’ rather than reforms
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Three killed, seven injured as gas explosion collapses house in Lahore
Explosion causes extensive structural damage, bringing down walls, ceilings and scattering debris across narrow street
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PML-N Senator Irfan Siddiqui passes away
Veteran politician was admitted in ICU due to breathing difficulties
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Floods worsen girls' education crisis
As K-P reels from the August tragedy, widespread school destruction cuts off access to schooling for millions of girls
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K-P revokes ban on recruitment, transfers
Ban was initially imposed when Chief Minister Afridi took oath but was unable to form his cabinet
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No breakthrough in govt-TTP Tirah talks as both sides refuse to budge
Tribal elders reject evacuation as jirgas collapse, warning they'll resist displacement
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Report paints grim picture of child safety in the capital
Despite the gravity and rising number of violence against children, only seven cases resulted in convictions
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Two terrorists killed as security forces foil suicide attack at Cadet College Wana
ISPR says Fitna al Khwarij once again tried to repeat barbaric act of terrorism carried out in APS Peshawar
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Senate approves 27th Amendment with two-thirds majority
Opposition members protest, tear up copies of bill, raise slogans against government
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Revered academic Dr Arfa Syeda Zehra passes away
Literary icons and colleagues remember late scholar, term her death an 'irreplaceable loss'
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Security forces kill 20 'Khwarij terrorists' in K-P IBOs: ISPR
Military media wing says 12 terrorists neutralised in Dara Adam Khel, eight in Shawal
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Two injured, truck set ablaze as Customs raid on Karachi's Maymar Plaza descends into chaos
Shopkeepers told to bring valid receipts to retrieve confiscated items or pay duties
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Gunmen open fire at Naseem Shah’s home in Lower Dir, five arrested
Shooting at national cricketer’s home damages gate, windows, and a parked vehicle
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FDI: big market, small confidence
Pakistan resets rules faster than investment cycles can adjust, eroding confidence
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Is the economy suffocating under red tape?
Over 100 regulators, overlapping rules, repeated paperwork and high taxes continue to deter investment
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Pakistan's stock market needs depth, not drama
With most gains driven by financials and energy giants, PSX lacks broad participation needed for durable bull run
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Diversification of Muslim economies over the years
To accelerate growth, they must invest heavily in human capital and digital skills, harmonise regulatory frameworks
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Diverging trade strategies at ASEAN
As CAFTA 3.0 promotes multilateral growth, US pushes for bilateral deals
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Policy framework and structural change
Successive govts have ignored traditional economic fundamentals such as high aggregate demand, real exchange rate
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Sugar cargo delay causes port congestion
Importers of other goods forced to pay high demurrages
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Google begins manufacturing Chromebooks in Haripur
Shaza says tech giant will employ 600 workers and produce 600,000 Chromebooks
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Govt to borrow $1b for reforms
World Bank to provide $600m for FBR, PBS, others; ADB to lend $400m for SOEs
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FBR faces backlash over social media surveillance for tax evasion
Influencers call policy ‘futile’, claim social media posts create ‘fabricated’ wealth images
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Chambers join hands to prop up economy
Voice fear poor policies, neglect of private sector can worsen situation
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Inflation, fiscal strains weigh on PSX
Profit-taking owing to weak sentiment drags KSE-100 down by 2,039 points WoW
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International Investment to acquire Novartis Pharma
International Investment to acquire Novartis Pharma
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Dubai hookah maker AIR to go public in US
Dubai hookah maker AIR to go public in US
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Digital economy stumbles on internet slowdown
IT, e-commerce, freelancers hit hard as poor network management compounds cable faults
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US Senate advances bill to end 40-day government shutdown
December vote on extending ACA subsidies that help low-income Americans afford health insurance
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Beijing pushes consumer loans, China's internet firms cautiously revive lending
Internet platforms read move as a green light to cautiously expand in consumer lending
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Four dead, dozens injured in Ecuadoran prison clash
Four dead, dozens injured in Ecuadoran prison clash
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Ukraine scrambles for energy after Russian attacks
Scheduled power cuts, implemented by state grid operator Ukrenergo to balance the system
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Malian woman who posted on TikTok abducted, executed
News of her death has shocked the country, which is ruled by a military junta
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BBC chief resigns after row over Trump documentary
Like all public organisations, the BBC is not perfect
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Protests suspend opening of Nigeria heritage museum
After around two hours, guests were escorted away in buses to a nearby hotel
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At COP30, the planet waits for reprieve
Global temperatures are rising, political will is shifting, and many countries are sidelining the climate agenda
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Over a million military personnel, thousands of IDPs cast early ballots in Iraq
Over 7,700 candidates vie for 329 parliamentary seats as 21 million Iraqis prepare to vote
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Typhoon Kalmaegi death toll in Philippines rises to 224
Philippines declares national calamity as Typhoon Kalmaegi hits; Super Typhoon Fung-wong follows
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Hundreds missing after boat sinks near Thailand-Malaysia border
More victims may still be missing three days after the Myanmar boat sank with about 300 people on board
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Trump rings in dawn of multipolar world
US president’s ‘G2’ overture to Xi shows US can no longer ignore China’s equal standing
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Israel army chief vows to return remains of officer slain in 2014 Gaza war
Israel's military chief pledged Saturday to bring home the remains of an officer killed
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Russian attack hits Ukraine energy infrastructure: Kyiv
Experts have said Ukraine risks heating outages ahead of the winter months
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Philippines warns of deadly storm surges as Typhoon Fung-wong nears super typhoon strength
Philippines warns of deadly storm surges as Typhoon Fung-wong nears super typhoon strength
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League of Legends World Championship 2026 to be held in United States across two cities
Riot Games confirms that the 2026 League of Legends World Championship will take place in Texas and New York
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Pakistan name squads for Sri Lanka ODIs, tri series
Right-handed batter Hasan Nawaz has been released from the Pakistan men’s squad
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National Inter-School Padel Championship 2025 continues
The three-day event featured 14 schools
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Vingegaard says back to his best after Japan win
The 28-year-old Dane bounced back from injuries to claim a season-ending victory in Saitama despite a mid-race fall
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Kane saves Bayern but record streak ends at Union
The Bavarians sit six clear atop the table, with Leipzig and Dortmund also slipping up
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Chelsea down Wolves to ease criticism of Maresca's rotation policy
Malo Gusto scored his first professional goal as the Blues cruised to a 3-0 win over Wolves
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Messi leads Miami into MLS playoff matchup with Cincinnati
Argentine star scored twice and set up two assists in a 4-0 rout of Nashville
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Djokovic edges Musetti to win 101st career title in Athens
He became one of only three men ever to surpass 100 career titles
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Djokovic pulls out of ATP Finals with shoulder injury
The 38-year-old will be replaced in the Jimmy Connors Group by Lorenzo Musetti
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Rybakina outguns Sabalenka to win WTA Finals
She beat world number one 6-3, 7-6 (7/0) to become the first Asian player to win year-end singles trophy
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Norris survives a slip to seize Sao Paulo pole
The championship leader edged Mercedes’ rookie by 0.174 seconds after a tense finish at Interlagos
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New Zealand edge West Indies by nine runs in tense third T20
Kyle Jamieson defended 12 runs in the final over
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Abrar, Saim ensure Pakistan clinch series against South Africa
They defeated the visitors in the third ODI by seven wickets
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Pakistani boxer Qudratullah reaches semifinals at Islamic Solidarity Games
Quetta-based pugilist defeats Sudan's Mohamed Othman in 55 kg quarterfinal, secures bronze medal
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Kareem Kerai Academy wins Singa Cup bronze medal
They showcased Pakistani talent at the global youth tournament










































































































