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Ethiopia, Pakistan to collaborate on Single Country Exhibition
Hope for event to strengthen connections, provide access to broader African market
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PSX spikes to new peak above 101k
Surge in banking, oil and pharma stocks, $500m ADB loan fuel momentum
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Oil prices head for 3% weekly decline
Concerns ease over ME ceasefire, prospect of increased supply
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Shops' sales drop as e-commerce thrives
Traditional businesses face plummeting sales, while online shopping surges with aggressive discounts
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Gold rebounds, rupee stable
Metal surges by Rs2,100; ECAP reports decline of Rs0.12, with currency settling at 277.31/$
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Weekly inflation falls 0.03%
Year-on-year reading hits 5.13%, may remain range bound in FY25
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FBR misses tax target by Rs356b
Authorities blame inaccurate assumptions used to set target; ministry disagrees
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ICC urges Pakistan, India to find solution to Champions Trophy 'confusion'
A resolution is expected within the next 24 to 48 hours as both boards continue discussions, reports Espncricinfo
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Israel targets Hezbollah in southern Lebanon following ceasefire
Lebanon’s health ministry said at least 3,961 people have been killed in the country since October 2023
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PM Shehbaz forms task force to investigate Islamabad violence
Premier also announces formation of Federal Forensic Lab, Islamabad Safe City project to be upgraded
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From the page to the screen: When Urdu novels birthed TV dramas
Here are three throwback shows that could not have existed had someone not taken the trouble to write the book
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Hina Bayat gives it back to trolls
Actor talks hypocrisy and finding peace
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Keoghan tapped to play Ringo Starr
Surviving Beatles back four-part biopic
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The bear who won the world
With royal ties and film franchise, Paddington keeps growing
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Saheefa demands internet in the bathroom
Actor lashes out against buffering on social media
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Inside Young Stunners' India debut controversy
Organisational and financial disputes derail tour
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Surviving Decemberistan: Because there is no season quite like wedding season
Welcome to months of back-to-back functions and last-minute outfit dramas
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Iran to install over 6,000 new centrifuges for uranium enrichment: IAEA
Tehran holds talks with European powers in Geneva over its nuclear programme, but its future remains uncertain
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Green cold war threatens survival against climate change
EU's tariffs on Chinese EVs risk undermining climate goals and could ignite a trade war, hindering green tech progress
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Luxury of time
Humanity faces multiple existential crises, from AI-driven job loss to climate change.
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Pakistan's multiple wars and the India factor
Pakistan faces multiple internal conflicts, from ethnic wars to governance failure.
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New cobia species
Two new species of cobia fish discovered off Pakistan's Makran coast.
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Karachi's missing children
Karachi police have no leads in 230 missing children cases since January 2023, raising urgent concerns.
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Firewall has to go
Pakistan's ambitious $1 trillion economy plan faces hurdles due to social media firewall and internet restrictions.
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Pervasive menace of beggary
Begging in Pakistan costs $42 billion annually, reinforcing dependency; thoughtful charity can promote self-reliance.
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PTI parliamentary party criticises leadership absence during Islamabad protest
Meeting also decides to continue protests, affirming that returning from Islamabad wouldn't be seen as a failure
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Gandapur condemns violence against PTI protesters, vows justice for party workers
K-P CM warns govt to fear consequences if protesters resort to armed resistance, claiming they have weapons, resources
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UK Parliament approves assisted-dying bill for terminally ill adults
Hundreds of people on both sides of the issue gathered outside parliament during the session
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Met office predicts temperature drop, cold weather in Karachi after December 4
Weather system causing rain in Balochistan likely to impact Karachi, lowering temperatures, says chief meteorologist
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DPM Ishaq Dar to visit Iran for ECO meeting amid ongoing bilateral challenges
Pakistan, Iran share regional development goals but face tension with gas pipeline project unfulfilled
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State Bank of Pakistan recognises ACE Money Transfer as a global Fintech leader
The act highlights the company's devotion to providing secure remittance solutions to millions of overseas Pakistanis
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40 Palestinians dead in overnight Israeli strikes
An Israeli air strike killed at least 10 Palestinians in a house in Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza Strip on Friday
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NFL reportedly contacted Lil Wayne to replace Kendrick Lamar at Super Bowl amid Drake’s lawsuit
NFL reportedly explores replacing Kendrick Lamar with Lil Wayne for Super Bowl LIX Halftime amid Drake’s lawsuit.
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Saudi Arabia shifts focus from defence treaty with US
A senior Saudi official said the treaty was 95% complete but Riyadh opted to discuss an alternative agreement
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Local borrowing at 45%, economy stable with $200m current account surplus: State Bank governor
Despite challenges, banking industry has played a crucial role in supporting the economy, says Jameel Ahmed
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IBA edge IoBM to lift ISL 2024 trophy
Eight university cricket teams from across Karachi took part in exciting event
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Rana Sanaullah says official death toll in D-Chowk protest lower than claimed
His comments contrast with information and interior ministers, who denied PTI's claims of mass fatalities
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French rapper Solo accuses Afrika Bambaataa of sexual abuse when he was 16
Solo, a French rapper and BJJ champion, accuses Afrika Bambaataa of assaulting him during his teenage years.
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IonQ emerges as a key player in quantum computing, capturing investor attention
IonQ's Q3 revenue exceeded expectations, driving a remarkable 268% increase in its stock price over the past 90 days
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Khloe Kardashian warns friend to stop talking about wild Diddy party in resurfaced KUWTK clip
Khloe Kardashian reacts to a friend's party talk, recalling a wild event hosted by Sean "Diddy" Combs.
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Whistleblower Justin Siocha abducted after exposing embezzlement by Dorice Donya
Siocha, who exposed Donya’s involvement in embezzling NGAAF funds, has reportedly been abducted by DCI officers.
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PML-N submits resolution calling for ban on PTI in Punjab Assembly
Resolution highlights stock market collapse, disruptions to foreign investment, damage to reputation on global stage
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Electricity to become cheaper by up to Rs5 after revised agreements with IPPs: Energy minister
Energy minister says five IPPs shut down, 11 more in progress, and no new IPPs will be set up, calling it a revolution
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PM Shehbaz condemns violent protests, calls actions from K-P 'unprecedented'
Premier accuses PTI-led K-P govt of focusing on unrest in Islamabad instead of halting bloodshed in province
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Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos showcase luxurious $27 million NYC townhouse for the holidays
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos' stunning $27 million Upper East Side townhouse features five bedrooms and more.
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European Aviation Safety Agency lifts ban on PIA: Khawaja Asif
Aviation minister calls it a "memorable occasion" and a sign of progress for Pakistan’s aviation
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Fans express concern as NBC4 anchor Leon Harris struggles on-air amid health issues
NBC4 anchor Leon Harris struggled through a news segment, sparking concerns about his health and past challenges.
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Angelina Jolie Brad Pitt abuse allegations winery dispute forced NDAs revealed in court filings
Court filings uncover shocking abuse allegations against Brad Pitt, a winery dispute with Jolie, and forced NDAs.
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PTI confirms 12 killed in Islamabad protest despite earlier claims of higher death toll
Omar Ayub, Waqas Akram Sheikh demand a judicial inquiry into use of firearms at D-Chowk
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Queen never cry meme goes viral, origin traced to Korean webcomic scene with emotional resilience
The viral ‘Queen Never Cry’ meme, originating from The Ki Sisters, symbolizes emotional strength and resilience.
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Jeffrey Epstein: Polio work, intelligence briefings and a shadowy presence in Pakistan’s tribal belt
Email reveals he was receiving detailed intelligence briefings on Taliban leadership crisis after Mullah Omar’s death
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At least 13 killed as oil tanker collides with bus on M-9 Motorway near Karachi: police
Sindh IGP takes notice; president and home minister express grief
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Awaam Pakistan leader Zaeem Qadri passes away at 61
Senior politician suffered heart attack; federal, provinical officials condole death
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India-Pakistan: Hottest ticket in cricket sparks T20 World Cup fever
The high-octane clash is set to take place on February 15
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Mohsin Naqvi floats Imran Khan's possible transfer to Islamabad Model Jail in visit to facility
Interior minister reviews 85% complete facility, says new prison will offer full medical care amid Imran health row
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TTAP stages sit-in outside Parliament, seeks Imran Khan’s admission to Shifa International Hospital
Protest follows SC-mandated report saying PTI founder has only 15% vision remaining in his right eye
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Senate session marred by opposition protest as resolution to discuss Imran’s health shot down
Rana Sanaullah says case of criminal negligence if Imran's medical medical treatment was deliberately withheld
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Govt says will afford no negligence in Imran's eye examination and medical treatment
Aleema Khanum slams 'clear conspiracy' by govt to treat Imran at Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Rawalpindi
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Citywide security boosted in Rawalpindi
Picketing activated on highways and link roads, with strict checking and snap checks at all city entry and exit points
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Mosques, markets prioritised as Punjab outlines Ramazan security plan
Plan mandates strict city checks, biometric screening, increased patrols, and CCTV, walk-through gates, searchlights
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Bomb-laden pickup defused in Kohat
Separately, security forces kill at least three terrorists during a search operation in Dera Ismail Khan
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5.6-magnitude earthquake strikes Khuzdar
Several districts in Sindh and Balochistan experienced tremors, says PMD
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Afghan soil must not be used for terrorism, Pakistan tells UN
UN Security Council unanimously renews Taliban sanctions Monitoring Team mandate for another 12 months
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Govt under fire in NA over net-metering
PPP calls solar policy 'broad daylight robbery and fraud'
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Over 90% buildings in Sindh lack fire safety
Inspections carried out at 3,633 buildings; 889 buildings been declared high risk due to serious violations
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Banks urged to scale up agri-finance
SBP asks for small-ticket lending, expanding scope beyond high-volume regions
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Debt risks keep economy vulnerable
Business leaders urge longer loan maturities, export-led growth to ease risks
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Banks cut export refinance rate to 4.5%
PBA cites surge in private sector credit, SME lending and record agriculture financing
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SBP reserves inch up to $16.18b
Central bank deposits rise $21m; bullion steady over global cues
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Risk-averse capital drives hybrid deals
Startup funding hits $74m as debt-equity financing rises to 89%
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IFAD reviews rural transformation
Rana Tanveer held a meeting with IFAD President Alvaro Lario to review progress on IFAD-funded projects
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PAVE Scheme rolls out EV subsidies, easy financing
Rs9b earmarked as govt begins transfers to 41,000 electric bike, rickshaw recipients
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PSX dives 2,537 points on blue-chip selling
Engro Fert results come in below expectations, triggering market rout
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PHMA seeks fast-track immigration counters
Exporters complain about prolonged delays in name of security checks
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Carmaker fails to refund millions in customer deposits
PM aide prods company to either deliver cars or return money
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PSX tumbles 2,537 points as selling pressure mounts
KSE-100 index succumbs to relentless selling as recovery hopes dash investor sentiment
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Gold steady in global, local markets as silver gains
Price of silver per tola rises by Rs90 in Pakistan
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‘Job growth tilts toward low-productivity services’
Gallup says industry share stagnating as gender, urban-rural gaps persist in labour force
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FinMin solicits global investors
Cites improved reserves, tariff reforms and plans to return to global markets
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Debt hits Rs78.5tr on local borrowing
Clouds fiscal consolidation narrative; gold per tola gains Rs2,300; rupee inches up to 279.66/$
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Jeffrey Epstein: Polio work, intelligence briefings and a shadowy presence in Pakistan’s tribal belt
Email reveals he was receiving detailed intelligence briefings on Taliban leadership crisis after Mullah Omar’s death
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Mother charged after two babies found dead in family's freezer in France
Prosecutors say she concealed pregnancies before freezing her newborns between 2011, 2018
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Shooting at southern US university kills two, injures one
South Carolina State University campus on lockdown after shooting
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UK terror ban on pro-Palestine group unlawful, court rules after appeal
Terror designation declared unlawful, though the ban remains pending further hearings
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Instagram chief defends youth mental health decisions at trial
Landmark US trial tests whether social media firms can be held liable for harm to young users
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BNP's manifesto priorities after landslide election victory
Two-thirds majority win expected to stabilise nation after months of tumult following ex-PM's ouster
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Turkiye detains 16 in OnlyFans probe, seizes $6.9m in assets
Probe targets 25 suspects across eight provinces for alleged money laundering through content on banned platform
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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz congratulate BNP on landmark election victory in Bangladesh
BNP wins 151 of 300 seats in Bangladesh parliament, securing a simple majority; Jamaat-e-Islami gets 42
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Second US aircraft carrier to head to Middle East amid Iran tensions, US media reports
The first aircraft carrier along with several guided-missile destroyers, arrived in the Middle East in January
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France sets record for egg demand
Each French resident ate an average of 237 eggs in 2025
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China orders milk toxin tests
Manufacturers are to be strict in accepting raw materials and quality control
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Trump dismantles legal basis for US climate rules
Legal challenges are expected to follow swiftly
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Trump ends immigration crackdown in Minnesota
Official says drawdown has already been underway this week and will continue through the next week
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Bangladesh's BNP wins historic parliamentary election
Local TV shows BNP wins 151 seats in 300-member House of the Nation, JI secures 42 seats
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Pakistan Sports Board cites major reforms in annual report
The report notes a 90% increase in self-generated revenue, alongside stricter financial controls
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Marsh to miss Australia opener
Steve Smith has been called as his backup
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Aouar leads Al-Ittihad into ACL knockout
The Saudi outfit thrashed Qatar's Al-Gharafa 7-0
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Fritz struggles to win Dallas opener
He fought off a stiff test from Marcos Giron to earn a 6-4, 5-7, 7-6 (1)
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Spurs sack Frank after miserable reign
The London based club suffered a 2-1 defeat against Newcastle
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HBL PSL XI player auction: Naseem Shah joins Rawalpindi for Rs86.5m
Pakistani all-rounder Faheem Ashraf was bought by Islamabad United for Rs85 million
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Chelsea's draw with Leeds 'bitter pill' for Rosenior
The Blues missed a chance to move close to fourth-place United
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South Africa beat Afghanistan in double super over thriller at T20 World Cup
Afghanistan were 187 all out after South Africa scored 187-6 in Ahmedabad
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Sesko strikes late to rescue West Ham draw
He second half goal at the London Stadium to secure a 1-1 draw
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De Zerbi leaves Marseille 'by mutual agreement'
De Zerbi leaves Marseille 'by mutual agreement' He has been linked with a return to the Premier League
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F1 prospect Kimi Antonelli crashes limited-edition Mercedes AMG GT days after receiving it
Mercedes' F1 pilot escaped injury after crashing his $240,000 AMG GT near his San Marino home
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All-round Pakistan outclass USA by 32 runs in T20 World Cup showdown
Win avenged Pakistan's shock defeat at the hands of USA in the T20 World Cup two years ago
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India call Pakistan 'quality side' ahead of T20 World Cup clash
Pakistan's decision to go ahead with the match was hailed as an outbreak of 'good sense' and 'good for cricket'
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Ex-coach stands trial for bullying
The trial was sparked by explosive claims three years ago by two gymnasts
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Pakistan had no 'personal agenda' in meetings with ICC, BCB officials: Naqvi
Says Pakistan participated only in interest of justice for Bangladesh











































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