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Privatisation is no panacea
A common catchphrase in policy circles is, “It is not the government’s job to do business”
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The Saudi touch
Pakistan has always been in a win-win situation owing to the benevolence of the Saudi leadership
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Deadly rains
Pakistan alone reported at least 50 fatalities, predominantly in the northwestern province of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
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Roti prices
In Punjab tandoor owners and workers are now being arrested for failing to observe the government’s rate list
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SMEs to get affordable credit facilities
Cabinet discusses financing structure on pattern of other developing states
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Textile millers advocate export-centric policies
Demand reduction in energy, tax rates to become competitive globally
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Global financial giants back Pakistan’s economic reforms
WB, ADB, and IFC affirm support, highlight international confidence in economic agenda
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Pharma industry needs urgent reforms
PPMA chief seeks govt intervention to make sector regionally competitive
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Stocks extend losses on profit-taking
KSE-100 index drops 150.34 points, settles at 70,333.32
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SBP penalises 7 more banks for forex violations
Imposes fines of Rs775.54m on financial entities amid low foreign reserves
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Rupee depreciates to four-week low
Gold continues to surge, stands at new record high
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Car sales decline by 36.9% in FY2024
PAMA also reports dips of 45.2% in truck sales and 39% in bus sales
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$10m climate financing initiative launched
Activity aims to advance Pakistan’s capacity to respond to climate change effectively
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Pakistan to miss budget deficit goal
Report shows gap to remain at 7.4% of GDP, nearly Rs1tr above deficit limit
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Balochistan cabinet formation ‘imminent’
Balochistan cabinet formation ‘imminent’
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Aid pledges elevate NMDs’ prospects
ADB commits $1b, WB $500m for infrastructure, energy, and education
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Glacier melting triggers flood alert in K-P
PDMA takes decisive actions in flood relief
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Another power jolt in offing
Discos seek Rs2.9402 per unit on account of fuel adjustment for March
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Govt to upgrade teacher training institutes
Shehzad Roy representing Zindagi Trust, provided a briefing to the Chief Secretary
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Sindh govt to encash Rs180b guarantees submitted to SC
Sharjeel says counters at ports to ensure timely registration of imported vehicles
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Sindh cabinet swells to 18 as eight more ministers inducted
Governor Kamran Tessori administers oath to newly inducted ministers at Governor House
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‘Educated women raise cultured families’
Seminar highlights role of women in nation building
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Plea against Aseefa's unopposed election transferred to SHC Hyd bench
Another SHC bench seeks ECP response on Sunni Ittehad Council plea for reserved seats
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Court grants physical remand of SHO accused of custodial death
Defence lawyer puts onus on Clifton SP who took alleged extortionist to private location
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Mehsud jirga decides to ostracize criminals in their midst
Says no legal, moral help for robbery, street crime culprits
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Four killed over land dispute
Accomplice of armed attackers among the dead
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Over 3,000 wild animals seized
Rs2.5 million worth of fines imposed on 168 accused in crackdown against wildlife smuggling
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Thousands await school books
Distribution in govt institutions to be completed six weeks into academic year
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Lahore Development Plan to be monitored with GIS
The National Engineering Services of Pakistan and environment specialists will also provide assistance in the plan
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Ex-governor challenges jail trial
former governor Umar Sarfraz Cheema, challenging his trial in jail following the May 9 riots
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‘Taxation reforms’ key to sustainable economy
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says government is committed to economic reform
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Over 17 political trends on ‘X’ flagged ‘sensitive’
CTD report says political trends targeted general elections and national security institutions
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Dum Pukht gains popularity in twin cities
The Turkish delight has captured the hearts & palates of Pindi and Islamabad residents
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ECP’s role ends after election win notification: SC
Judge says stopping polling after printing of ballot papers will be inappropriate
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FM Dar to visit China in coming weeks
Sources say both side in process of finalising the dates for the visit
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Ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed faces army inquiry
Panel to probe former spy master for misuse of authority
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‘Workplace diversity an invaluable asset’
American diplomat presses for equity, accessibility, inclusion in hiring
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Cleanliness drive starts in ICT schools
Official says it aims to cultivate a sense of civic responsibility among students
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Axe falls on Murree THQ medical superintendent
Patients express dissatisfaction with quality of treatment during CM’s visit
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Pakistan Railway set to launch Safari tourist train
The ride will offer scenic views of the Indus and 18th-century infrastructure
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Rains raise dengue concerns in Rawalpindi
The present spell of rain could escalate the breeding of dengue larvae
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Privatisation of public schools begins
Under first phase, six primary and girls schools will be privatised in district Rawalpindi
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Naomi Watts and Charlize Theron bring daughters to Dior's Brooklyn fashion showcase
Other celebrities gracing the occasion include Anya Taylor-Joy, Rosamund Pike, and Michelle Williams.
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US, Chinese defence chiefs hold first talks since 2022
Lloyd Austin and Dong Jun discuss bilateral ties, regional and global security issues, says Pentagon spokesman
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Netflix subscriber growth in focus as gains from password-sharing crackdown seen easing
Netflix is expected to add 5 million subscribers in the first quarter ended March
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Telegram to hit one billion users within a year, founder says
Founder and CEO of the messaging app Pavel Durov says 'Telegram is spreading like forest fire'
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China's gigantic telescope detects over 900 new pulsars
Fast-spinning neutron stars, or pulsars, originate from supernova explosions of massive dying stars' imploded cores
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Seven terrorists killed as infiltration bid from Afghanistan foiled
ISPR urges interim Afghan govt to ensure effective border management, deny use of Afghan soil by terrorists
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Hijab-clad Muslim women barred from entering café in Delhi
Incident adds to a concerning trend of harassment faced by hijabi women and students in Modi’s India
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SHC orders govt to restore X in one week
PTA acknowledges it had been ordered by interior ministry to shut the site down
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BRT contractor moves court after Sindh govt seals office post contract termination
Sindh govt terminated contract due to continuous delays, non-satisfactory performance
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UK envoy commends, supports Pakistan's role in bringing US-Iran on negotiating table
FM Dar stresses importance of dialogue, diplomacy for peaceful resolution of conflicts
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One year on, India failed to present evidence on Pahalgam attack: Tarar
Tarar further claims that 'false flag operations have been part of India’s history'
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PM Shehbaz congratulates Bulgaria’s Radev on ‘historic victory’
PM says, Pakistan values its cordial and friendly relations with Bulgaria, expresses hope for closer cooperation
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Encroached land reclaimed near Diplomatic Enclave
CDA Planning Department will send recommendations for the auction of saleable government land
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JI for united front against 'failed system'
Hafiz Naeem targets governance failures at Battagram gathering
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HEC cracks down on sub-campus sprawl
Orders halt to unapproved expansion by universities
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Floods may have hit 3.3m jobs: ILO
Punjab, rural workers hardest hit; urgent livelihood recovery needed
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Analysts praise Islamabad's balancing act
Hosting talks at such level has already given Islamabad a great reputational lift
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CJ summons JCP meeting on judges' transfer
Legal concerns mount over process, independence
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Trump heeds CDF Munir, PM's truce call
US president extends ceasefire with Iran until negotiations conclude, Tehran terms move 'a ploy to buy time'
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Pakistan condemns Al Aqsa storming
FO describes illegal Israeli settlers' action as reprehensible
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State Bank receives $1b Saudi tranche
State Bank receives $1b Saudi tranche
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Azerbaijan ready to supply LNG to Pakistan
Azerbaijan ready to supply LNG to Pakistan
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Gold, silver prices decline in local market as global rates fall
Price of gold per tola decreased by Rs1,200 to Rs498,962
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KSE-100 sheds over 500 points at midday amid geopolitical jitters
Saudi inflows offer limited support as US-Iran uncertainty keeps investors cautious
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Oil falls, stocks mixed as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce
Oil slips below $100 as investors await Iran response to US move
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170 port personnel promoted after 24 years
Maritime minister calls move major administrative breakthrough, ends career stagnation
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PSX trims gains as profit-taking limits rally
Index still ends in green, supported by hopes for US-Iran talks, $1b Saudi inflow
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Energy disruption to widen India deficit
Moody's flags inflation risks, fiscal pressures may strain policy flexibility and investor confidence
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Skills, e-commerce key to boosting exports
Jam Kamal sees grassroots training as external trade engine with digital linkages
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Freelancers fetch $856m in 9 months
AI, cybersecurity key to sustaining growth; 5G, satellite net solutions urged
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OGDC engages Balochistan to utilise Zin gas
Company continues to strengthen its role in enhancing energy security
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PTCL returns to profit after four-year hiatus
Group earns Rs3.1b in Q1, plans to launch 5G services next month
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FinMin expects continuous progress under GSP+
Discusses economic ties, investment outlook in meeting with EU envoy
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Strong dollar, rising yields push gold lower
Bullion slides as investors eye US-Iran talks; rupee inches up
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IMF to vet auto policy before cabinet
Global lender pushes for tariff cut to 6% by 2030, end of protection for assemblers
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PSX gains trimmed as profit-taking limits early rally to 960 points
KSE-100 still closes in green, supported by US-Iran talk hopes, $1b Saudi inflow
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FinMin says Pakistan regaining macroeconomic stability, investor confidence
Says country recently re-entered international capital markets after 4-year hiatus through Eurobond transaction
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Military planners to discuss Hormuz reopening in London
Over 30 nations to convene for two-day talks as UK, France lead push to reopen strait
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Trump extends ceasefire at Pakistan's request until Iran submits 'unified proposal'
Tehran ready to negotiate when US lifts the blockade, says Iran's UN ambassador
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Florida launches criminal probe into OpenAI and ChatGPT over deadly shooting
Gunman killed two peoplem wounded six others at Florida State University in April last year
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Latin patriarch of Jerusalem condemns destruction of Jesus statue by Israeli soldier in Lebanon
Israel probes “disgraceful” act after soldier smashes Christian symbol
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South Korea returns remains of 12 Chinese volunteer troops killed in Korean War
South Korea has so far returned 1,023 sets of remains of Chinese troops since 2014 after a deal was signed
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Ukraine pipeline repair allows Russian oil flow to Europe
Druzhba pipeline fixed, Zelenskiy says it can restart
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Starmer teetering on the edge
Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Mandelson as US ambassador
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Hezbollah fires rockets at Israel
Tel Aviv maintains Lebanese buffer zone
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EU says no support among members for proposals to suspend Association Agreement with Israel
Says discussions will continue
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West Ham's draw at Palace relegates Wolves
They are now 16 points behind fourth-bottom West Ham
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PSG and Enrique sweat on Vitinha ahead of UCL semis
The Portuguese central midfielder will miss PSG's Ligue 1 clash against Nantes
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Pre-season fixtures announced
City, Inter, Chelsea and Juve will be in action in Hong Kong
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Vital for faltering Chelsea to add experience’
Di Matteo backs Rosenior to still be in charge next season
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Sabalenka, Alcaraz sweep top honours
The pair were honoured after glittering 2025 campaigns
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Timberwolves stun Nuggets in playoffs
They staged a double-digit fightback for a series-leveling 119-114 upset
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F1 to make rule changes from next race
The sport started a new era with a 50-50 split between electric and combustion power
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West Ham's draw at Palace relegates Wolves
They are now 16 points behind fourth-bottom West Ham
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Leicester fairytale turns sour
They are on the brink of relegation to third tier
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PCB eyes Saudi stadium to take PSL beyond borders
Various venues in Saudi Arabia are currently being reviewed
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Babar Azam’s Smiling Face
The Peshawar Zalmi captain scored his third PSL ton against Quetta Gladiators
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City beat Arsenal to seize title race control
Haaland scored in 2-1 victory at the Emirates
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Man City beat Arsenal to seize title race control
Haaland scored in 2-1 victory at the Emirates
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Bayern sink Stuttgart to claim Bundesliga title
Harry Kane scored his 32nd goal of the campaign in 4-2 victory
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Endrick stars as Lyon dent PSG's Ligue 1 title hopes
He gave Lyon an early lead at the Parc des Princes in 2-1 victiry










































































































