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Govt holds telecom projects’ funds
Fails to utilise Universal Service Fund since 2013
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Rupee rises vs dollar after multilateral inflows
Currency gains Rs0.13 as foreign exchange reserves hit two-year high
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Retailers under threat from advance tax
Say they will not pay any such income tax to manufacturers
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Govt urged to implement economic reforms
SBP highlights need for fiscal consolidation, tax base expansion in annual review
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PSX retreats over market status downgrade
KSE-100 index loses 70.01 points, settles at 80,212.79
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Govt urged to revisit change in tax regime
Exporters warn of shutting industrial units, shifting business abroad
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Sindh minister unveils plans for IEEEP fair
Hopes to attract investment, tackle energy challenges and enhance industrial efficiency
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Short-term inflation reverses course with 1.28% hike
SPI-based inflation surges on back of higher food, energy prices
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Pak to host BD, Eng and WI for Tests
We’re really excited to be returning to Pakistan for the Test tour, says ECB Chief
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Zimbabwe, India look to future in T20 series
The hosts need to start again after failing to qualify for the recent T20 World Cup
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Aussie coach backs embattled Babar
‘If there was a player like Babar in Australia, we would have been supporting him’
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Murray saluted in defeat, Djokovic wins
The 37-year-old Scot is now targeting the Olympics in Paris
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Martinez saves Messi blushes as Argentina win
Ecuador beaten in penalty shoot-out at Copa America
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Britain’s Pozzi retires, declines Olympic spot
He won the World Indoor 60m hurdles title in Birmingham in 2018
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Paris sets up reserve site for swimming if Seine unsuitable
The competition site for rowing, canoeing events to host swimming if required
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No pressure for Slot as he replaces Klopp
Klopp led Liverpool to major trophy wins, including first EPL title in 30 years
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Turkey’s Demiral banned for quarter-final
The defender will miss his team’s Euro quarter-final clash with the Netherlands
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Andrew Tate allowed to travel within EU by Romanian court
Tate was indicted in mid-2023 along with his brother, Tristan, and two Romanian women on charges of several crimes
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Chinese develop brain-on-a-chip system to promote autonomous robot
The brain-on-a-chip consists of two components: the electrode chip and the in vitro-cultured brain tissue
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PMD indicates Muharram moon unlikely to be visible today
Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee set to meet in Quetta on Saturday
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The age of beige
Glastonbury 2024, home to the most uninspired celeb looks in festival history
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Fawad Khan returns to Bollywood
After an eight-year hiatus, the actor is set to star alongside Vaani Kapoor
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I do, they barked
Dog weddings are on the rise in China as humans fail to catch up
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Do you suffer from ‘eyebrow blindness’?
Forget ‘blush blindness’, TikTok has found a new beauty faux pas
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The Man vs Bear phenomenon
Why this global debate sees women choosing bears over men
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From sport to art: dawn of a new era
When the sun set on their sporting careers, these athletic legends chased a new dream
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Mathira on the challenges single mothers face
Actor reveals her struggles with postpartum depression were largely dismissed
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UN expresses 'deep concern' over escalating Israel-Lebanon border clashes
UN said political and diplomatic solution is the "only viable way forward," between the two countries
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No decision yet on internet shutdown during Muharram, clarifies interior ministry
Punjab govt has reconsidered its earlier request for a complete ban on social networking sites
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Americans celebrate #NationalBikiniDay
#NationalBikiniDay marks the anniversary of the invention of the two-piece bathing suit.
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Internet makes fun of Rishi Sunak's wife during resignation speech
Rishi Sunak resigned as Prime Minister, but his wife Akshata Murty drew attention with her umbrella and dress.
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Prince Harry's honour questioned over Pat Tillman nod
The Duke is urged to do the ‘honourable thing for once’ following his controversial ESPYs nomination.
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Xbox, Nvidia partnership transforms your console into a high-end gaming powerhouse
It seems that Xbox is willing to allow a third-party rival to Xbox Cloud Gaming to further include hundreds of games
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Euro 2024: Spain defeat Germany to reach semis in extra time
Game looked set for a penalty shootout before substitute Merino rose to head home the winning goal in the 119th minute
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Islamabad administration revokes PTI rally permission citing security concerns
Chief commissioner reviews security situation in light of Muharram and terrorism threats
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PM Shehbaz felicitates Starmer on Labour's landslide victory in UK
Looking forward to working closely with the new UK government, says premier
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Ancient ‘swamp thing’ fossil with menacing fangs unearthed in Namibia
The creature, named Gaiasia jennyae, lived during the Permian Period and measured at least 8 feet (2.5 meters) long
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Karachi residents get relief as K-Electric reduces electricity rate
Rs1.67 per unit to be adjusted in July's bill
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Christian McCaffrey defends Olivia Culpo after wedding dress critique
CMC defended his wife from a fashion influencer's harsh critique of her Dolce & Gabbana wedding dress.
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Eruptions of Italy's Etna and Stromboli volcanoes close Catania Airport
Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has seen intense activity in recent days, near the city of Catania
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Why 2nd wife can’t become Islamabad Club member?
New policy on Toshakhana says gift worth more than $300 can't be kept, committee seeks gifts’ details since Feb 2023
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Comedian Tony Knight dies in tragic accident in France
The comedian tragically died after a tree branch fell on him at a festival in Lavaur, France.
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Slum dwellers shut out of job opportunities
Lack of vocational training leaves inhabitants of nomadic settlements unemployed
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Karachi's drain cleaning remains unfinished
Days before the monsoon cycle begins, the govt has only provided half of the requested amount
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First Lady Aseefa urges cooperation ahead of nationwide polio campaign's rollout
Says years of sustained efforts have brought the country closer to eradication
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FM Dar calls on US, Iran to uphold ceasefire commitment after talks end without agreement
Vance says it's bad news for Iran, much more than the United States of America
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Trump thanks Pakistan for hosting talks, announces US Navy blockade of Hormuz
IRGC threatens to trap enemies in ‘deadly whirlpools’ of Hormuz as Iranian adviser claims firm control over strait
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Vance leaves Islamabad after 21-hour talks end without agreement, praises Pakistan’s mediation efforts
The Iranian delegation, led by Speaker Ghalibaf, also departs from Pakistan after holding talks
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The art of the table: Pakistan’s history of making adversaries talk
Fifty years of brokering peace for others, can the 'Islamabad Talks' mark a turning point for Pakistan’s diplomacy?
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THE GREAT GOLD SQUEEZE
Gold has long balanced sentiment and survival—but rising prices are reshaping that equation.
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Two dead, three injured as unidentified gunmen open fire in Quetta
CM Bugti condemns the attack, seeks a report of the incident
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President Zardari congratulates Iraqi President Nizar Amidi on winning election
Reaffirms Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen its fraternal relations with the republic
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Gilgit-Baltistan elections to be held on June 7
Polls will be held under Election Act 2017 and G-B Order 2018
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Of means and memes
Can memes be harmless fun or propaganda as the US and Iran use real death and destruction
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Why Gen Z has trouble saying 'forever'
'Let’s see where this goes' is the new language of commitment.
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Where the sky bleeds henna
Ghalib, Faiz, and Hallaj echo through a contemporary English voice
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Return of the rising curve
Pakistan tops the Global Terrorism Index 2026, but the ranking tells a deeper story than numbers alone
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The weaponisation of the Internet
Attempts to restrict online access have increased across the world, making 2025 the highest on record for such curbs
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Leaders unite in praising Pakistan's peace role
PTI said the talks should help 'advance the collective interests of the Muslim Ummah'
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HEC, industry agree to bridge skills gap
Applied Research Award announced as universities urged to update curricula to match global market needs
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Inflation jumps to four-year high in US
US inflation surge rattles voters, White House
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots
Ice cream chain Mixue plans $590m investment, while meal delivery firm Meituan to invest $1b by 2030
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Business bodies unite on economic issues
KCCI, FCCI say high energy costs undermining competitiveness, demand tax rationalisation in upcoming budget
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FinMin to attend World Bank-IMF meetings
Will also meet policymakers, Pakistani diaspora to highlight reform progress, growth prospects
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PSX surges 11% on Middle East ceasefire
KSE-100 closes up nearly 16,800 points at 167,191, powered by historic rally
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Germany's debt brake reform fails to advance
Commission members fail to find common ground, will offer non-binding ideas instead of full reform
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Oil industry fears Rs100b inventory loss
Calls steep diesel price reduction corporate setback, systemic shock
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Pak-Iran transit corridor opened
First consignment, carrying frozen meat, dispatched to Tashkent
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High yields cause Rs600b losses
Banks' capital buffers erode; fixed-income rout wipes out sector gains
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Gold prices drop by Rs700 in Pakistan as global rates fall
The price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs600 to Rs426,064
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SSGC to suspend gas supply to Sindh industry for 24 hours
Says temporary suspension part of efforts to stabilise system while maintaining supply to priority segments
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Short-term inflation at 74-week high
SPI enters double digits at 12.15% YoY on war-driven high energy, food prices
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Peace talks revive IP pipeline hopes
Officials say Iran willing to extend gas sale agreement for another decade
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ADB says budget gaps delayed loan
Ministry terms Rs413b difference as statistical gap between civil, cash accounting
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UK will not join US blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Minister says difference of agreement with Iran has undoubtedly strained things with Trump administration
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Tehran ready to reach ‘balanced' deal that guarantees lasting regional peace: Pezeshkian
Cites “double standards” by the US as main obstacle to reaching an agreement in a call with Russian President Putin
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Iran's Guards will view military vessels approaching Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire breach
Say it is open for the safe passage of non-military vessels in accordance with specific regulations
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Economic shock of Middle East war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetings
IMF and World Bank warn war will slow global growth and raise inflation, hitting poorer nations hardest
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Israeli strike kills infant girl in south Lebanon during father's funeral
Taleen was born in 2024, in the last round of fierce clashes between Hezbollah and Israel
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Iran says it identified 3,375 people killed in US-Israeli attacks
Forensic chief says foreign nationals among dead
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Ghalibaf says US failed to earn Iran’s trust despite 'goodwill, forward-looking initiatives'
Foreign ministry spokesperson says talks reached agreement on several points, but views differed on 2 important issues
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Iran's vice president vows to defend rights from Hormuz to compensation
Mohammad Reza Aref stresses unity, says Tehran will stand firm on key demands following 'Islamabad Talks'
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Peruvians vote in crowded presidential race as runoff looms
Disillusioned voters cast ballots in Peru’s high-stakes election with no clear leader
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Israel's Ben-Gvir storms Al-Aqsa Mosque again, seeking greater access
Such incursions by Ben-Gvir are typically carried out without prior public announcement
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Gaza aid flotilla aims to break Israeli blockade
New humanitarian flotilla departs Spain in renewed bid to reach blockaded Gaza
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Saudi Arabia restores full capacity on East-West oil pipeline to 7m bpd after attacks
Strikes also disrupt operations at key oil, gas, refining, petrochemical and electricity sites in Riyadh
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At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Laferriere Citadel
Deadly stampede at Haiti’s UNESCO-listed citadel leaves dozens dead, toll may rise
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Turkiye brands Netanyahu ‘Hitler of our times’ as flotilla case sparks sharp war of words
This was in response to Netanyahu and the Israeli defence minister's lashing out at Turkiye's indictment
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China offers incentives to Taiwan following opposition leader's visit
Beijing expands outreach to Taiwan with incentives such as easing tourist curbs, facilitating food sales
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction







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