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Shared humanity shines at World Culture Festival
Festival's opening ceremony features a theme song, visual recap of 2024 edition
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City Hall echoes with discontent over hefty e-challans
KMC Council passes resolution with majority vote against the new traffic ticketing system
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Man tries to extort Rs20m from cousin
Farooqi vowed serious consequences for Bilal's family unless the hefty sum was transferred
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IGP orders 'Faceless E-Ticketing System' across Sindh
DIG Traffic Karachi presented a detailed report on the system's launch and operation
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TRACS under fire
Citizens, parties reject 'anti-Karachi' traffic system
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PHC takes up seven missing persons' cases
Two return home, one referred to commission
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Tribal elder, two sons shot dead in Waziristan
Police teams reach crime scene, collect evidence, launch a search operation across the area
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PHC seeks reply on director appointment
Court seeks explanation for posting Grade-19 officer over seniors
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Volunteers feed Afghans stranded at border
Stranded Afghans expresses deep gratitude to people of Pakistan for their generosity, hospitality
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K-P Assembly finds flaws in Dir power projects
Report cites poor construction, substandard machinery, long delays in hydropower schemes
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Blasphemy convict sentenced to death
Convict be hanged by the neck until death
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Hazara lawyers gear up for bar polls
Five seats being contested by 15 candidates, making race closely watched
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Medical negligence suspected in patient's death
Family has blamed hospital negligence and carelessness for the loss of their loved one
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Cop suspended for beating citizen
Police tried to frisk him, the suspect resisted and refused to cooperate
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Negligence turns GT Road into death trap for commuters
Locals accuse NHA of gross negligence; say repeated complaints went unanswered
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Scholars, MPs unite for marriage age reform
Call for setting 18 years as minimum legal age of marriage for both girls and boys
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IHC orders crackdown on illegal guesthouses
Stay order previously preventing CDA from proceeding against unauthorised establishments has been vacated
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Anti-dengue emergency ends in twin cities
133 workers were dismissed for submitting fake reports
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Drill tests Islamabad airport's emergency readiness
Rescue, Firefighting Services section of Pakistan Airports Authority successfully controlled fire within time
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Pindi set for Kachehri Chowk overhaul
Project promises to resolve Garrison City's worst traffic bottleneck
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Child worker dies in Burewala kiln tragedy
Social activists, human rights organisations expressed deep anger, sorrow over the tragedy
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Court orders release of former SHO in embezzlement case
Ex-cop had been arrested over alleged misuse of authority, misappropriation of recovery funds
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LHC upholds six-year limit on prize bond claims
Case involves an appellant holding prize bond No. D433992, worth Rs1,500, issued on November 25, 1999
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Committees to resolve property cases in Punjab
90-day deadline set for district dispute resolution panels led by DCs
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Unchecked 'dala culture' breeds armed escort boom
Proliferation of private guards, weapon displays raise alarm over weak policing
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Pak-Afghan conflict demands rational discourse
As leaders trade threats and appeals, Istanbul talks end with fragile hope amid Pakistan-Afghanistan strain
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A republic if you can keep it
India’s 'Trishul' drills, Taliban border exercises spark scrutiny over coordinated pressure on Pakistan
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The paradox of Pakistan's quick fix solutions
From corruption to terrorism, our obsession with short-term fixes deepens crises instead of solving them
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Groundwater emergency
Pakistan faces worsening groundwater crisis, with falling water tables threatening food, economic security
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High wealth concentration
Oxfam says Asia’s richest capture most income while Pakistan’s poor face rising inequality, climate injustice
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Nail-biting deal
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to extend ceasefire, establish monitoring to prevent future violations
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Second truth
Live vividly, think freely, stay gentle, even when the world is not
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Turkiye to hold Gaza peace plan meeting for Muslim states
Israel FM Saar says Turkey can’t join talks due to its “hostile approach” toward Israel
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'Hundreds dead' in Tanzania post-election violence, says opposition
UN chief Guterres deeply concerned over reports of deadly violence in Tanzania’s election
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Govt approves 85% increase in house rent ceiling for federal employees
Relief, offered in view of rising living cost, will apply uniformly to employees from Grade 1 to 22
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Health insurance costs to surge, sparking panic across US
Budget standoff over key issue triggers month-long US government shutdown
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Petrol up by Rs2.43, diesel by Rs3.02 as govt revises prices
Petrol price rises to Rs265.45 per litre, and high-speed diesel to Rs278.44 per litre for the next 15 days
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Trump declines to rule out underground nuclear tests
Trump orders US military to restart nuclear testing after 33 years, signaling China, Russia
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Pakistan revives offshore oil, gas exploration after 18 years
Bid offers 40 offshore blocks for petroleum exploration, could attract $1 billion investment
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One in three Pakistanis suffering from psychological disorders
Experts urge government to adopt a comprehensive national mental health strategy to address the rising crisis
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Suthra Punjab worsens air quality
28,000 vehicles are deployed daily to collect garbage from the city
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From Gujrat to Goddard : Yasir Tufail's journey as NASA's troubleshooter
He worked on James Webb Space Telescope, Landsat and TRMM satellites and received various awards during his career
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OGRA notifies cut in LPG price by Rs5.88 per kg
After downward revision 11.8kg domestic LPG cylinder will now cost Rs2,378.89
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Punjab jails introduce online booking for prisoner visits
App allows visitors to schedule meetings with prisoners without recommendations except for high-profile inmates
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Court holds waste collection firm, driver responsible in biker’s death, orders Rs42.7m compensation
Verdict announced eight years after accident gives accused one month to pay compensation
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Hurricane Melissa leaves 49 dead in Caribbean, churns north
Melissa tied as 2nd strongest Atlantic hurricane, causing up to $52 billion in Caribbean losses
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Bilawal says PPP is in a strong position to form government in AJK
Says the name of the prime minister of Azad Kashmir will be announced from Kashmir, not from Islamabad
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Pakistan Wrestling Federation laud Hassan Ali's Asian Youth Games medal
The 16-year-old won the bronze medal after defeating an athlete from Tajikistan in beach wrestling
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PSX rises almost 5,000 points on ceasefire optimism
Bulls make a powerful comeback as KSE-100 Index posts 4th-highest single-day gain
 
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Chung police arrest five-member burglary gang, including serving, former constables
Suspects were found in possession of gold, cash, and other valuables worth millions
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Zardari calls for poverty eradication, equal rights for all at Doha summit
Calls for resolution of Palestinian, Kashmir disputes in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions
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Economy in 'good spot,' claims FinMin Aurangzeb amid global support
Says macro-economic stability, 'geopolitical tailwinds' leave Pakistan poised for growth, investment
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Jinnah Hospital team rescues man after rod pierces chest near heart
Quick response, precision surgery spare patient’s life after rod pierces chest inches from heart
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Second phase of Pink Scooty Scheme to begin soon
Sindh govt plans program expansion to boost safe, independent travel for women, says Sharjeel
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Pakistan, Canada agree to boost canola trade amid Ottawa’s push for new markets
Move comes after Beijing imposed anti-dumping duties on Canadian canola imports
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Punjab slaps duty on heavy consumers
Industrial, commercial users consuming up to 500 KVA will be exempt
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Ishaq Dar calls Chromebook assembly 'industrial milestone' for Pakistan
'Not just assembling devices, about future exports, new jobs, stronger digital economy'
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Gas cylinder explodes in SC basement
Rescue operations are underway, four people have been injured
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Heavy rain, hail disrupt life in Dir, Swat
Standing crops, fruit orchards, vehicles suffer damage, power supply collapses across district
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Four terrorists killed in Kalat IBO: ISPR
Weapons, ammunition recovered from site
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PIA begins restoring flight operations after engineers’ dispute
Suspension leaves 12 international flights grounded, causing difficulties for passengers, including Umrah pilgrims
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Experts see balance of power reshaping
Lawyers critical of current situation blame superior judiciary's leadership for allowing executive encroachment
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Muslim bloc rejects 'external tutelage' over Palestine
Turkiye FM says UN mandate essential for international force
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K-P Assembly summons Peshawar Corps Commander
K-P Assembly Committee on Law and Order expresses dissatisfaction at briefings by IGP, chief secretary
 
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Gold slides in global, local markets amid weaker bullion trend
Price of 24-karat gold falls by Rs3,500 per tola
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57.5% tax share, education, population ministries up for NFC review: FinMin
FinMin says commission will assess possibility of taking back education, population ministries from provinces
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Inflation climbs to 6.2% as core prices rise for second month
Non-food, non-energy inflation accelerates; border closure sends tomato prices up 127% and sugar 35%, while gas jumps
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$636b worth of gold reserves found in Tarbela
Australian, Canadian drilling firms contacted for exploration of reserves
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Tax filers increase but show no income
Salaried class paid Rs555b in FY25; $21b tax exemptions erode revenue base
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Digital payments up 38%, but cash still dominates markets
SBP review shows 9.1b digital transactions mark record year amid trust, connectivity challenges
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IBA-CED to launch Sindh's first startup accelerator
Partners with Sapphire Consulting to nurture high-potential startups
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Pakistani exhibitors tap global markets
Final phase of 138th China Import and Export Fair taking place in Guangzhou
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Institutional interest propels PSX higher
Index climbs nearly 1,200 points as upward momentum continues
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CCP seeks creation of steel ministry to revive Pakistan's struggling industry
Pakistan’s competition watchdog has called for national steel policy, dedicated ministry to rescue ailing sector
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Asia’s sustainability drive falters amid weak coordination, fossil dependence
Experts warn poor governance, reliance on fossil fuels stalling Asia’s path to a sustainable, climate-resilient future
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Bull reins in bourse as KSE-100 index gains 1,172 points to 162,803
FFC, Engro, NBP, HUBC, and TRG scripts dominate market activity
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Gold prices rise again in global, local markets
Price of 24-carat gold in Pakistan rises by Rs1,300 per tola
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Asian markets climb despite pressure from strong US dollar
Stocks gain on upbeat tech sentiment but a stronger dollar keeps investors cautious
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Government must cut salaries, corporate taxes
When incomes fall, taxes rise, system punishes those who stay compliant
 
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Shares soar, Samsung SDI in talks with Tesla to supply energy storage batteries
A deal would mark a push by Tesla to reduce reliance on China for key parts, fueled by tariffs, geopolitical tensions
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Washington seeks UN approval for Gaza security force
US official says, will be an 'enforcement force and not a peacekeeping force'
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Trump claims Pakistan among countries testing nuclear weapons
US president does not rule out Nigeria military operation
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Ex-PM Khaleda Zia tocontest BD polls
Zia, who led Bangladesh three times, was jailed for corruption in 2018 under Hasina's government
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Man charged over UK train stabbings
He went in to do his job and he left work a hero
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Powerful 6.3 quake kills 20 in Afghanistan
Epicentre of tremor was near Mazar-e-Sharif city
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Canada’s visa curbs hit Indian student applicants hardest
Canada rejected 74% of Indian study permit applications in August, up sharply from 32% last year
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Three dead, eight missing in Nepal Himalayan avalanche
Four injured climbers were airlifted to safety as rescue teams and helicopters searched for the missing
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Powerful 6.3 quake kills at least 20 in Afghanistan, 500 injured
Afghan Taliban defence ministry said parts of Balkh, Samangan provinces were most affected
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Pakistan Navy set to induct first Chinese-designed submarine next year
Pakistan already launches three submarines into China’s Yangtze River from shipyard in Hubei
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Death becomes a growing business in ageing, lonely South Korea
Rows of coffins line a university classroom in the South Korean port city of Busan
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Trump alleges secret nuclear tests by Pakistan, China, Russia
'United States operates more transparently than others'
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$142 million magnet plant to boost rare earth sector: PM Malaysia
Lynas Rare Earths, JS Link sign a deal to develop a neodymium magnet manufacturing facility in Malaysia
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Sudan PM demands international trial over RSF 'crimes'
After 18 months of siege, bombardment and starvation, the RSF took control of El-Fasher
 
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Jamie Melham becomes second woman to win Melbourne Cup after Half Yours victory
Jamie Melham made history as the second female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup, guiding Half Yours to victory
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Pakistan ready to host its first ATP Challengers event on November 24
The PTF President Asiam the appreciated help by minister and PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi over complex lease
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Pakistan's first Asia Pacific Paddle Tour Grand Slam concludes
Spain dominated in the Asia Pacific Paddle Tour pro events, while Pakistanis won in four out of five amateur finals
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Lyari Football Academy ready for Sanga Cup
Around 160 teams from 13 countries are participating in the tournament in junior categories
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Karachi Grammar School successfully defend Sindh Women's Swimming Championship 2025
They led the event with 533 points and CAS School secured the second
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All Pakistan Inter University Taekwondo Championship concludes
Around 25 universities is participate in the event 160 athletes and 35 officials from all over Pakistan
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World Junior Tennis Championship J-60 kicks off in Islamabad
The tournament is featuring players from 12 countries
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International cricket returns to Faisalabad after 17 years
Pakistan and South Africa will lock horns in first ODI today
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COMMENT: Long Live Pakistan Cricket
Pakistan defeated South Africa in a T20 series but our team’s performance has been disappointing overall recently
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Barca beat Elche to recover from Clasico loss
They continued to struggle in defence and Elche had chances to cause an upset
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Barnstorming Bayern face acid test at reigning champions PSG
They have won 15 from 15 matches in all competitions so far this campaign
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Haaland fires Man City up to second in Premier League
He scored twice in the 3-1 win over Bournemouth
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Shafali Verma: India's World Cup hero who disguised herself as boy
The 21-year-old batter scored an attacking 87 and took two crucial wickets in the final
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Milan deny Roma top spot in Serie A
Inter Milan needed a late own goal to beat Verona 2-1
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Sinner returns to world number one with Paris Masters win
The Italian first claimed the number one ranking in June last year and held it for 65 weeks
 
    






































































































