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Growing financial inclusion
Pakistan’s bank account holders rise from 16% to 64%, driven by mobile banking and fintech services.
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Mending ties
Bangladesh's Lt-Gen SM Kamr-ul-Hassan visits Pakistan, signaling a thaw in bilateral ties and military cooperation.
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Inevitable social uplift
$20B from World Bank to Pakistan aims to address health, education, and poverty with long-term goals.
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Dying for want of treatment
Pakistan's healthcare system is in shambles, with inadequate public facilities and unaffordable private care.
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Education apartheid
Leaders unite at Islamabad conference to promote girls' education as a key for prosperity in Muslim societies.
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Al-Qadir case enigma
The third postponement of the £190m Al-Qadir Trust case sparks debate and conspiracy theories.
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Windies are here
Historic West Indies-Pakistan Test series marks a milestone in the return of international cricket to Pakistan.
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Threshold crossed
Global temperatures surpass 1.5°C, urging urgent climate action to combat rising emissions and disasters.
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CPEC: new impetus
China and Pakistan reaffirm commitment to CPEC, focusing on industrialisation, security, and regional development.
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Snooker victory
Mohammad Asif's snooker victory highlights Pakistan's hidden sports talent, urging support for diverse disciplines.
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Mine safety
The Quetta mining tragedy highlights unsafe practices, unsafe conditions, and the need for reform in Balochistan.
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Tax gap
Revenue shortfall signals a mini-budget as the government struggles with tax collection and legal challenges.
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Deadly winter
Karachi’s cold weather claims 43 lives, highlighting the urgent need for action to protect homeless individuals.
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Child courts
Bill for specialised courts to handle child abuse cases clears hurdles.
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Tectonic Trump
Trump eyes Canada, Greenland, and Panama Canal for US expansion.
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Law enforcers or lawbreakers
Corruption within elite Sindh police units undermines public trust.
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Bridging divide in Kurram
Despite the peace agreement, Kurram's situation remains dire with ongoing hardships due to the blockade.
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Need to dump deadwood
The decision to slash government size and abolish departments is a critical first step toward improving efficiency.
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Cost of internet outages
Pakistan's Digital Dilemma: $1.62 Billion Loss in 2024 from Internet Outages Highlights Urgent Need for 5G Rollout
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HMPV: need to stay vigilant
Global Alert: New Respiratory Virus, HMPV, Spreads Across Asia – Pakistan Must Stay Prepared
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Talks should continue
Government-PTI Talks stumble: Need for sustained confidence-building measures.
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Water politics
Karachi faces a severe water crisis, exacerbated by outdated infrastructure and tanker mafias.
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High cost of power
Pakistan's high electricity cost is crippling consumers and the economy.
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Kech suicide attack
The latest suicide attack in Balochistan highlights the ongoing terror nexus.
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G-B's tourism potential
Gilgit-Baltistan ranks among CNN Travel's top 25 destinations for 2025, offering stunning mountain views and climbing.
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Tackling terror
PM Shehbaz Sharif's Apex Committee meeting stresses zero tolerance on terrorism amid 2024 surge in violence.
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Mini-Marshall Plan!
The proposed $20 billion World Bank funding for Pakistan aims to improve health, education, and climate over 10 years.
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Poor UHC coverage
Only half of Pakistan has universal healthcare access, with significant regional disparities impacting citizens.
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Mending ties
Ishaq Dar's upcoming visit to Dhaka signals a thaw in Pakistan-Bangladesh ties.
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From plight to flight
The Uraan Pakistan plan aims for 5% growth and $60B exports, but political instability clouds success.
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Exterminating Gaza
Gaza faces a staggering population decline, with 100,000 lost lives and a humanitarian crisis amid ongoing conflict.
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Pension reforms — finally
Pakistan implements sweeping pension reforms to reduce the Rs1 trillion pension bill, easing fiscal pressure.
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14-point truce
Kurram district signs peace deal after weeks of bloodshed, but questions remain on its lasting effectiveness.
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Measles outbreak
Measles is a highly contagious viral infection but is also very much preventable.
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Consensus for economy's sake
Pakistan’s economy faces a boom-bust cycle; Finance Minister calls for export-led growth and unity.
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Madrassa bill
The madrassa bill becomes law after a long delay.