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Man tortures, electrocutes wife for insisting to visit parents
Accused announced victim’s death on mosque’s loudspeaker raising suspicion
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Kashmiri, Sikh groups seek joint strategy against India after Canada murder
Community leaders call for a joint strategy against India's alleged extra-territorial actions, demand justice
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Carateker govt sees dollar at Rs260 soon
Commerce minister urges people holding dollars to release them into the open market
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New electoral data
The country has added 21m voters in just five years, according to the latest Election Commission of Pakistan data
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Polls in Jan?
Notwithstanding uncertainty, there is at least a fair idea when the general elections will be held
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Sikhs in the crosshair of India’s rogue activities
Clear signs of tension between the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Justin Tureadu
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Is Pakistan ungovernable?
We normally tend to attribute failure to ineptitude and incompetence or a lack of will and purpose
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Time for a new SAARC summit?
The problems faced by India and Pakistan and the smaller regional states are not unsolvable
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China surpasses US in contributions to top international journals
China now leads in academic papers published globally, surpassing the United States in 2022, according to a report
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Ahmadi worship place vandalised by unknown men in Karachi
Spokesperson claims eight to 10 people damaged property inside their place of worship in Martin Road area
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EU allocates nearly $150m to help Afghan people, focusing on women, girls
Funds were previously frozen in response to Taliban's decision to ban women from working in NGOs, says bloc
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Karabakh Armenians seek promises before giving up weapons to Azerbaijan
'We have an agreement on the cessation of military action but we await a final agreement,' Karabakh Armenian official
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Court summons Imran in 'un-Islamic' marriage case
Superintendent Attock Jail has been directed to produce the PTI chief before the court on Sept 25
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Death of ailing Pakistani national in Afghan prison prompts concerns
Behram Shah, a resident of Kohat, breathed his last on August 18 while incarcerated in Mazar-e-Sharif jail
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K-P Assembly outshines peers in transparency
PILDAT reports it also passed highest number of bills per year between 2018 and 2023
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PM apprises UN chief on India’s human rights violations in IIOJK
Kakar highlights India’s illegal, unilateral actions of August 5, 2019 during meeting with Guterres on UNGA sidelines
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‘Suffered enough’: Calls grow to save distressed bear in Karachi Zoo
Wildlife activists want Himalayan brown bear captive in Karachi Zoo to be moved to sanctuary, some officials resistant
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Nine terrorists killed in three K-P IBOs
Six gunned down in Bannu, two in Waziristan, one in DI Khan
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India suspends visa services for Canadians as stand-off escalates
India suspends Canadian visa services as tensions escalate over Sikh leader's murder allegations
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Russia hits Ukrainian energy facilities in biggest attack in weeks
Officials said at least 18 people were wounded in the air strikes, including a nine-year-old girl
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Morocco to spend $11.7 billion on five-year post-quake reconstruction plan
Morocco unveils $11.7 billion post-earthquake reconstruction plan for the worst-hit provinces with international aid
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New Delhi seeks 'reduction' in Canadian diplomats in India as row escalates
Canadian PM Trudeau has demanded India treat with 'utmost seriousness' allegations against Indian agents
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TTP source of bad blood between Afghanistan, Pakistan: Jilani
Interim foreign minister optimistic about foreign investment under SIFC, especially from Gulf countries
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Shehbaz summoned back to London within 48 hours
Maryam Nawaz to also reach London today; PML-N leaders to consult on 'urgent matters'
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Polls expected before end of Jan, date pending
ECP prepones revamping of constituencies to Nov 30
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LHC seeks arguments on plea challenging Elahi’s arrest
Legal rigmarole for former Punjab CM continues as he pleads for implementation of court orders
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Dengue control forsaken in K-P
Untimely fumigation protocols allow mosquito larvae to grow in stagnant water bodies
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Balochistan’s health sector gets a wake-up call
Domki declares development of healthcare sector paramount focus of his administration
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Tax the rich to protect the poor, IMF chief tells Pakistan
Kristalina Georgieva meets Interim PM Kakar on sidelines of UNGA
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Parliament made subservient to court, argues govt
Review plea filed against striking down of SC Review Act
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Verified refugees shouldn’t be jailed: IHC
Orders govt to prescribe a mechanism to enable refugees voluntarily report upon arrival in Pakistan
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Khursheed Shah demands level-playing field in polls
Expresses concern over ‘PML-N affiliates’ in caretaker cabinet
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CJ to consult colleagues for bench formation
A written order says Justice Sardar Tariq Masood, Justice Ijazul Ahsan amenable to such consultations
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Body formed to fix hearings of pending cases
CJ Isa, Justice Masood meet PBC, SCBA teams for their input
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Nawaz's foes now unable to face public: Maryam
PML-N leader slams SC bench for disqualifying father; says God will not forgive them, even if she did
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PTI slams caretakers’ privatisation move
Party deems decision a departure from constitutional framework
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Petition challenging army trials returned
Petitioner Col (retd) Inamur Rahim had requested apex court to declare the trials held during PTI tenure null and void
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Relations with Russia ‘robust’
FO spokesperson says envoys free to meet with govt officials, visit any city
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Pak, UK to forge closer ties in health sector
Express unanimity on issues in the realm of health, climate change, and population
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PM for sharing scientific research
Kakar says time for international community to rise to challenge and ensure better preparedness
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Parliament made subservient to court, argues govt
Review plea filed against striking down of SC Review Act
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Integrated planning to help resolve energy crisis
It will push up industrial growth, create export-led base and save forex reserves
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Resumption of Thai Airways flights marks bilateral milestone
LCCI president says SIFC will facilitate investors through streamlined services
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Rupee appreciates further to Rs293.88 vs dollar
Maintains winning streak for 11th consecutive working day
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Oil prices ease ahead of US Fed rate decision
EIA report suggests weekly draw in stocks was in line with estimates
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Pakistan to face highest inflation
ADB report predicts fourth lowest growth rate among 46 regional economies
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Aquatic product exporters eye expansion in China
Registered new species under second phase of China-Pakistan FTA
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Rice exports expected to exceed $3 billion in 2023
Stakeholders urge inclusion of rice as product in all FTAs
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SBP grants approval to five digital retail banks
Aims to meet financial needs of underserved population
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Defaulters owe DISCOs over Rs2tr
Govt only concerned about circular debt, focuses less on habitual defaulters
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Naqvi, Iranian interior minister reaffirm commitment to tackling regional challenges via indepth engagement
Interior Minister received by Iranian counterpart Momeni discusses regional stability, bilateral cooperation
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K-P cabinet expanded to 31 members as six ministers inducted
CM Afridi yields to party pressure; six new ministers, four advisers and eight special assistants sworn in today
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Pakistan’s Iran diplomacy effort a model of ‘true statesmanship’, says US congressman in letter to PM, CDF Munir
Congressman Jack Bergman calls Islamabad’s engagement 'indispensable' in ongoing peace efforts
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No move on 28th constitutional amendment, says law minister
Azam Nazeer Tarar says constitutional changes remain off the table without consensus
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Karachi court remands alleged drug queenpin Anmol into police custody till May 22
Courts hear multiple cases as accused alleges torture and false implication
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Sindh lifts closing time restrictions for markets, restaurants
Memon says business centres will now be allowed to continue operations under their normal working hours
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Lady constable martyred, husband and child injured in Turbat firing
Police registered case, launched search operation for the attackers
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K-P Police kills 2 terrorists linked to Rescue 1122 driver murder in Bannu encounter
RPO says the terrorists were wanted in several crimes
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Uzbek FM lauds Pakistan's constructive role in mediation, discusses bilateral ties with Dar
Both foreign ministers agreed to remain in close contact
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Pakistan, Egypt discuss enhanced cooperation in counter-terrorism and narcotics control
Interior ministries of both countries also agree to expand cooperation in various sectors
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Talal rejects rumours about Imran's health
He further stated that the PTI founder underwent multiple eye treatments at PIMS Islamabad
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Bilawal, Marri optics stir fresh debate
PPP leadership body language draws attention after viral exchange
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Imran's detention sparks showdown in parliament
Opposition links jail restrictions to political crisis; govt cites legal, judicial framework
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Govt slashes petrol, diesel prices by Rs5
Petrol to cost Rs409.78, diesel Rs409.58 per litre
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NEPRA clears extra Iran power imports
Pakistan will have to pay 9.2 US cents for every unit
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UAE says OPEC, OPEC+ exit was sovereign strategic decision, not political move
Energy minister says exit rooted in long-term economic vision, evolving energy capabilities
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FinMin calls Panda Bond 'transformational step' for Pakistan economy
Says successful issuance reflects growing confidence of Chinese institutions, global investors
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Fuel, flour prices push SPI to 14.5%
WoW also jumps 0.47% on transport, food costs; raises fears for interest rates
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Gold declines further in local, global markets
Price of gold falls by $6 per ounce to $4,539
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International furniture goods expos proposed
Products gaining prominence over quality craftsmanship, durable material
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Stocks end lower for fifth straight day
KSE-100 falls over 900 points; weekly losses mount to 3.2%
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FinMin highlights Pakistan, China ties at bond launch
Proceeds of first sustainable Panda Bond earmarked for water, energy, health sectors
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External account healthier despite global turmoil: SBP
Governor says remittances set to cross $41b, new currency notes sent to cabinet for approval
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Engineering drives Punjab growth
Electrical sectors expand steadily as bicycle, diesel engine industries decline
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Renewable sector seeks tax cut
Pakistan imported 26,000 MW of solar panels during 2022-2024
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IMF sets Rs1.73tr petroleum levy target for FY27
Global lender releases staff level report
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APBUMA seeks govt backing for LA textile show
Minister assures facilitation for SME exporters as association proposes Heimtextil event
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Gold drops sharply on global selloff
Precious metal falls Rs15,500 per tola amid stronger dollar, rising bond yields
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ADB, AIIB back Pakistan’s first Panda bond for green infrastructure project
ADB says development is a 'milestone', AIIB says its partial debt guarantee helped enable the transaction
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Oil prices up 3% after Trump says he is losing patience with Iran
Brent crude futures gained $3.47, or 3.3%, to $109.19 a barrel
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Trump says Iran has 'interest in reaching an agreement'
'If they don't, they're going to have a very bad time,' US president tells French media
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Tens of thousands march in London in separate anti-immigration, pro Palestinian protests
PM Keir Starmer accuses Unite the Kingdom march organisers of peddling hate and division
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French judge opens inquiry into journalist Jamal Khashoggi's killing
The French inquiry adds a new legal front in a case that has seen limited judicial follow-up to date
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At least eight dead, 25 injured in train collision that sparks bus fire in Thailand
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul orders investigation into the incident
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Turkish president says Israel's 'provocations' must end for Middle East peace
Calls for regional stability, says lasting peace requires abandoning 'short-term calculations'
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US energy chief says Hormuz could reopen by end of summer
A deal with Iran could come in days, Wright says, ceasefire is already under strain
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Hamas official says military chief has died after Israel says it targeted him
Izz al-Din al-Haddad is most senior Hamas figure killed by Israel since October ceasefire
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South Korea opposes Iran’s reported plan to charge Hormuz transit fees
Hwang Jong-woo says waterway is an international shipping route where free navigation must be guaranteed
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Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed by US, Nigerian forces
Al-Minuki was designated as 'specially designated global terrorist' by former Biden administration in 2023
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UAE says it needs no protection from outside, vows to defend sovereignty
Al Marar rejects threats to UAE’s sovereignty, national security, independent decision-making
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Modi turns to UAE for energy and defence ties
Strategic oil reserves, LNG supplies and military collaboration dominate bilateral talks
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Militants abduct students in Nigeria
Parents, villagers in Askira Uba put number of pupils snatched from the primary school at between 35 and 43
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Ukraine vows more strikes on Russia after 24 killed
Russia says drone strike in city of Ryazan kills four
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BRICS FMs meeting ends amid deep divisions
India issues chair's statement after members fail to agree on language over US-Iran war, Gaza
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Lebanon truce extended by 45 days
Extension announced after 2 days of talks in Washington involving Israeli, Lebanese officials
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Wood urges NZ to 'create some history' at World Cup
Nottingham Forest striker will lead the lowest-ranked side at the tournament
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'City still 'alive' but need Arsenal slip'
They still have a chance of securing a seventh league crown
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US relaxes visa bonds for World Cup fans
Five counties required to pay visa bonds
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Canadian football ready for World Cup
They will face Bosnia-Herzegovina on June 12 in their World Cup opener
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Inter Milan win Italian Cup
This is their second title this season
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Young tennis star honoured after ending 25-year ITF title drought for Pakistan
Muhammad Shoaib receives cash prize, standing ovation as officials lament crumbling sports infrastructure
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PSG clinch fifth straight Ligue 1 title
They secured a 2-0 win over Lens to clinch the title
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Kohli senses end after roaring back to form with IPL century
The 37-year-old became the fastest player to 14,000 runs in T20 cricket
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Alaves end Barca's bid for 100-point
Ibrahim Diabate's goal in first half made the difference in the game
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N Korean team ventures into South
Naegohyang Women's FC will play Suwon FC Women at ACL semis
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Mohsin Nawaz makes history: First time in Pakistan, a sports shooter awarded Tamgha-e-Imtiaz
Pakistan honours Mohsin Nawaz with Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, a first for any shooting sports athlete
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World Cup comes to 'Soccer Town USA'
Fan would be able to see matches at nearby MetLife Stadium
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Japan suspend Eddie Jones
The 66-year-old Australian violated their ethics and disciplinary rules
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Nepali climbers begin Everest season
At least 12 members of a rope-fixing team made the ascent
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Southampton reach Championship play-off final
Shea Charles scored in 2-1 victory











































































































