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Trade tariff chaos and its global fallout
Since US is Pakistan's largest market, there are concerns any tariffs can severely impact exports
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The harsh truth about privatisation
Past instances suggest privatisation of SOEs does not result in lower prices
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Taxes and impact on aggregate demand
Since poor have high propensity to consume, regressive taxes reduce their level of consumption
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Tariffs may be counterproductive for US consumers
These will not impact China that will diversify, enhance exports to other countries
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Tax reforms: a re-election strategy?
Lower taxes on salaried individuals can tilt poll outcome in favour of policymakers
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Super Bowl 2025 Commercials Feature Star-Studded Casts with Multi-Million Dollar Paychecks
Super Bowl 2025 ads bring humor, nostalgia, and AI, featuring Ben Affleck, Matthew McConaughey, Alix Earle, and more.
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Donald Trump and Tiger Woods hit the golf course before Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans
Donald Trump golfed with Tiger Woods in Florida before heading to Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
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A thriving trade with ethical concerns
Fraudulent sales raise alarm among animal activists
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Constable accused of assaulting teen in Vehari
Despite an FIR being registered, the suspect is still at large.
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Multan to replace sewerage system
Infrastructure upgrades, urban improvements planned
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Five alleged dacoits arrested
The accused were wanted to the police in various cases of dacoity and robbery.
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Home-based workers showcase talent
The event provided home-based workers with a valuable platform to showcase their talent and expand their reach
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Libraries fail to promote literary engagement
Outdated books, lack of facilities have contributed to the dying culture of reading
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Cop shoots man hindering assault
The injured citizen was shifted to a hospital where his condition is stated to be stable
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Vegetable, fruit prices drop
The authorities also apparently failed to control overpricing of meat in the provincial capital.
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Horse & Cattle Show back after 3 decades
Several foreign tent pegging, archery teams to participate
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Essentials' prices rise by Rs50 to Rs100 in Pindi
Inflation expected to spike as Ramazan approaches
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Festival explores gender equality
British Council WOW Festival's 8th edition attracts 12,000 attendees
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CDA green-lights key initiatives
Plans include hiring of landscaping experts, directors for Islamabad Water Agency
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District judiciary faces water crisis
The tube well, owned by the (PWD), has been without electricity for several months due to non-payment of dues.
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Capital colleges offer 'high-impact' IT courses
'High-impact' programmes aim to equip students with in-demand skills & expertise
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11 months on, Zakat beneficiaries await aid
Deserving individuals visit Zakat offices only to return empty-handed
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Government workers' protest today
Islamabad police have put strict security measures in place for the march.
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Punjab's first mini marathon held
Over 2,000 athletes participate in the six-kilometre race
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Pindi police struggle to arrest Pos
High-ups express frustration over poor progress in most police stations
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Fire guts three spare parts shops
Rescuers battle flames for one hour before bringing them under control
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Elon Musk unfollows Kanye West on X amid controversy
Elon Musk unfollows Kanye West on X after anti-Semitic posts spark backlash and calls for his ban from the platform.
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Govt employees head to Islamabad protest
The sit-in outside Parliament House will continue until their demands are met.
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Youth fall prey to social media's gun culture
In the absence of regulation, influencers displaying weapons encourage toxic masculinity through catchy reels posted o
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K-P local govts to protest fund crisis
Reps demand powers, financial support as Feb 17 demo looms
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China eyes hydropower for steel mills in K-P
Chinese firm seeks 120MW supply, proposes investment in K-P's transmission network
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Two Shangla colliers die in coal mine accident
Both the unfortunate colliers belonged to Dherai and Puran areas of Shangla district.
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Elon Musk alleges $50 billion fraud after judge blocks DOGE access to Treasury data
Elon Musk claims $50B fraud in entitlement payments after judge blocks his DOGE team from accessing Treasury data.
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Israeli delegation in Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks
More than 48,000 killed in Israel’s assault, mostly civilians, per Palestinian health authorities
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Nearly 50 bodies found in Libya mass graves amid reports of migrant abuse
Rights groups and un report severe abuse of migrants in Libya, including forced labor, beatings, torture, and rape
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Liverpool's quadruple hopes dashed with 1-0 FA Cup defeat to Plymouth
Ryan Hardie’s penalty eliminates Liverpool from the FA Cup, handing Arne Slot his fourth loss in 38 games as boss.
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Trump, Stefanik and Gaza eviction
The Trump administration also legitimised Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
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The world order after WWII
The new cold war that is now taking shape is basically defined by the growing rift between the United States and China
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The new aristocracy
The demand and its prompt acceptance remind us of George Orwell's Animal Farm.
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Piling bodies
The level of destruction is so vast that hospitals, already overwhelmed, are struggling to process the dead.
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Persistent polio threat
The presence of WPV1 in sewage samples is a direct indicator of transmission within communities.
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No subsidy
Climate change incursions demand proactive measures to avoid food crisis.
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Brain drain crisis
One of the foremost catalysts behind this mass departure is the dearth of employment opportunities within the country.
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KLF ends with call to amplify voices rooted in local culture
Festival sees gripping discussions on literature, society, governance, and the arts.
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PCB issues update on Haris Rauf's injury
The pacer was injured while bowling against New Zealand, prompting medical assessments, including an MRI, X-ray.
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Rohit Sharma's century leads India to secure 2-0 series lead over England
England's 304 all out appeared a strong total and seemed to vindicate their decision to bat first
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Freezing temperatures force Iran to close schools and offices to save energy
February snow is common in Tehran, but heavy snowfall and sudden temperature drops caught citizens off guard
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Trump dismisses deporting Prince Harry, says he has ‘enough problems’ with Meghan Markle
Trump’s remarks come amid legal push by Heritage Foundation, to uncover details about Harry’s US visa application
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A city for all: How Dubai embraces a community of 200 nationalities
For the fifth consecutive year, Dubai was ranked the world’s cleanest city in the Global Power City Index
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Libraries fail to promote literary engagement
Only 11 libraries are available across 41 districts of the province, where 34 districts have no libraries at all
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Pakistan, India hold Colombo dialogue
Serving officials join Track 1.5 talks on crisis communication
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FM Dar announces arrival of 22 more Iranian sailors aboard vessel intercepted by US forces
Says the latest group takes the total number of Iranians repatriated through Pakistan to over 70
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Ashura observed nationwide amid tight security, calls for unity and tolerance
Snipers, drones, CNIC scanning app, mobile service suspension among security measures in place
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President, PM renew call for truth, justice on Ashura
Both leaders described the day as one of the most significant moments in Islamic history
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Pakistan proposes steps to enforce UNSC decisions
Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said UNSC resolutions were legal obligations under the UN Charter
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Pakistan, Turkiye sign three MoUs
Islamabad looks to Ankara for power reforms
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Mandatory proof required in pre-emption cases, rules SC
Date, time and place of Talb-e-Muwathibat (immediate demand) must be specifically pleaded and proved
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Turkish drilling operator recovered
Separately, authorities confirmed the recovery of the body of a senior Airports Security Force officer
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President signs Finance Act 2026-27
Implementation of the nearly Rs18.71 trillion federal budget for FY2026-27 will officially begin on July 1
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7 abducted policemen recovered
All recovered personnel returned safely to the Sararogha Police Lines, reported to be in satisfactory condition
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CJP highlights reforms at Russia forum
CJP highlights reforms at Russia forum
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Pakistan emerging as global peacemaker: Dar
Says mediation role elevated Pak diplomatic standing
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Govt lodges protest over BBC report
Rejects unverified claims in BBC Urdu's AJK coverage
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Pakistan, Iran move to boost rail, road connectivity
Agree to address transport bottlenecks, strengthen trade links
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Sentiment up but FDI still flat
73% of investors endorse Pakistan but ranking falls from 7th to 9th in regional rankings
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Pakistan-Iran trade revival faces hurdles
Failed rice export deal highlights banking, barter challenges
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Policy flaws block foreign oil storage
Repeated price revisions threaten $6b refinery investment, industry warns
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CDWP approves Rs34.7b projects
AI data centre, satellite, railway upgrade among key initiatives for ECNEC
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Growth dips to 3.1% on energy shock
Poverty rises to 21.1% as energy costs fuel inflation, warns LSE report
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Micron secures $22b in long-term chip deals
Follows SK Hynix, Samsung signing long-term supply agreements
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Dubai enlists CEOs to help secure hub status
Pledges $681m support package to revive tourism, investment and business activity
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Pakistan Rice Festival opens doors to Europe
Over 100 European importers attend as bilateral trade hits $1.94b
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Chinese investors confident in Pakistan's markets
Cross-border ETFs on horizon; SECP, NAB ink deal to crack down on illegal deposit schemes
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ECC okays Rs52b for DISCOs
Power sector gets Rs52b equity; blames delays for Rs242m renegotiated EVTL contract
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Budget impact mixed for key sectors
Super tax relief offers lifeline to exporters, while higher fuel levies cloud OMC outlook
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Tourism earned $1.15b, spent $2.4b
FPCCI report says policy, infrastructure bottlenecks blocking vast potential of sector
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Pak-Iran trade gets boost with Taftan customs station
Customs seizes smuggled goods worth Rs77m, including 21 vehicles
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Hamas says consultations continue with mediators on Gaza ceasefire implementation
Accuses Israel of major ceasefire violations, to send response on new proposals to Cairo in coming days
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Trump adviser-turned-critic John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents
Agrees to pay $2.25m fine, with half due within five days of sentencing and the full amount within 90 days
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Rescuers race to find Venezuela quake survivors as death toll nears 1,000
Missing list at nearly 50,000; emergency operation goes through night
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UAE stresses Hormuz security in rare call with Iran after war tensions
UAE Foreign minister holds 1st publicly announced call with Iranian counterpart since outbreak of war
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115 vessels, 2,500 seafarers evacuated from Strait of Hormuz: UN agency
International Maritime Organization says efforts ongoing to restart evacuation of stranded seafarers
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Small aircraft crashes into Beijing's tallest building, eyewitnesses say
Bystanders say they saw small plane crash into it, police close off roads around CITIC Tower
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New York City freezes rents for one million apartments in Mayor Mamdani victory
Mayor Mamdani appointed six of the rent board's nine members
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Iran says 'direct communication line' established with US over Hormuz to avoid military confrontation
Move aimed at implementing Article 5 of Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding
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King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace after refit, officials say
Charles will stay at nearby Clarence House; renovations budgeted to cost £369 million
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Europe's heatwave 'virtually impossible' without climate change, scientists say
Scientists assess global warming's contribution to the ongoing heatwave
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Iran deal grants access to nuclear inspectors, IAEA chief says
Iran's deputy FM said Wednesday there were no plans to grant access to inspectors
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Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and Israel
Even as the administration has emphasised unity, differing worldviews are at times rising to the surface
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Oil down 2% amid resumption of Hormuz shipments even as vessel hit near Oman
Brent crude futures fell $1.50, 1.99%, to $73.76 a barrel; US West Texas Intermediate fell $1.49,2.07%, to $70.43
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US SC sides with Trump in asylum-processing case
Case involves asylum 'metering' policy ended by Biden
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Thousands feared dead in Venezuela quakes
Death toll reaches 188; crowd-sourced website lists more than 35,000 people as unaccounted for
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England ease into T20 World Cup semis
The hosts secured a 38-run win over West Indies
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FIFA suspends Nepal over interference
The council had suspended ANFA in March 2026 for three months
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Raducanu, Draper lead British Wimbledon hopes
Fans are hoping to see them deep in the tournament
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Latham, Conway pile on the runs against England
The Black Caps were still well-placed on 361-4 at stumps
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Al-Hamadi's talent forged on streets
He will be in action against Senegal in their final Group I
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Bosnia in strong position to reach last 32
Bosnia move onto four points and are on third place in the group
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Switzerland down Canada to top Group B
They will meet one of the best third-placed sides next week
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S Africa stun S Korea to make history
Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike made the difference
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Ochoa gets perfect Azteca send-off
Brought on for the last 12 minutes with his team 2-0 up against the Czech Republic
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Vinicius sparkles as Brazil beat Scotland
He scored a brace in a comfortable 3-0 victory
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Osaka reaches Bad Homburg last eight
She breeze past Elise Mertens 6-3, 6-3
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US eases rules on Iran team for Game 3
They will face Egypt in Seattle
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Australia crush Pakistan in T20 World Cup
Perry smashed 71 from 48 balls and took two wickets
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Panama out of World Cup after defeat to Croatia
Ante Budimir's 54th-minute goal was enough to secure three points
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England left frustrated by Ghana
Both sides settled with a goalless draw in Group L































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