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PIA flight to Toronto makes medical emergency landing in Oslo
Flight resumed after passenger taken to hospital; reaches destination after four-hour delay
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Chinese debt trap ‘just a meme’: Ex-WB chief
Lauds China for economic development, poverty alleviation
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Govt wants SC to clear air on 4-3 or 3-2 verdict
AGP likely to submit statement to top court today to resolve controversy surrounding polls date order
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Politicians advised to mend fences to prevent economic meltdown
Business leaders urge both govt and opposition to mend bridges for sake of economy
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Sound systems handed over to minorities
Balochistan govt provided 120 sound systems for churches, temples, gurdwaras and places of worship of Parsis
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10% marks enough to make the grade
Students with low marks promoted to next class
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Tax reforms: swimming in a quagmire
Progressive taxation a humungous problem for political leaders just ahead of polls
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Why don’t people pay taxes?
Pakistan is a country where ratio of taxes to size of economy remains quite low
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Who cares about the economy in this political tug of war?
Perhaps average age of policymakers needs to come down from 70s to 40s
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ICT exports to help in redemption from crisis
It is essential govt encourages investment by facilitating ICT entrepreneurs
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Pakistan’s oily disposition
It’s real reason of potential default as govt needs dollars for oil imports
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Russia Security Council presidency a 'slap in the face': Ukraine FM
Kyiv urges UNSC members to ‘thwart any Russian attempts to abuse its presidency’
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Marriyum denies polls news attributed to PM
Minister urges the media to refrain from publishing false and anti-public news
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Imran to be invited to Constitution’s golden jubilee celebrations
NA speaker to invite the PTI chief as party head
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New York Times says it won't pay for Twitter verified check mark
According to new policy, organisations will have to shell out $1,000 a month to obtain gold check marks
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India successfully conducts landing experiment of reusable launch vehicle
The RLV took off through a Chinook helicopter as ‘an underslung load and flew to a height of 4.5 kilometres’
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Barcode turns 50 but its days might be numbered
The trademark beep as a product is scanned is heard about six billion times per day across the world
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PTI to contact 'like-minded' political parties to stand with Constitution
Imran says entire nation must be brought together to stop the attack on the judiciary
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FO flatly denies ‘Israel trade rumours’
Says there is no change in country's policy towards Jewish state
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Despite Trump ire, prosecuting ex-leaders is common in democracies
France, Israel, Italy, South Korea, Romania and Croatia are among countries that have convicted a former top leader
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Three British men being held in Afghanistan: UK non-profit group
UK authorities 'working hard' to secure consular contact with detained British nationals
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Death toll tops 20 as storm takes aim at eastern US
The twisters sheared roofs and walls from many buildings, flipped over vehicles and downed trees and power lines
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Indian court acquits 26 accused of rape, murder in 2002 Gujarat riots
Of the total 39 accused, 23 had died while the case was pending and trial against them was abated
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PTI reaches out to JI to ‘save judiciary’
Both parties agreed on decreasing the communication gap between them
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Pakistan slams desecration of Quran at Geneva moot
Ambassador says absence of preventive legal deterrence encourages incitement to hatred, violence
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POL relief denied to appease IMF
Rs5 PDL hike aims at fulfilling another foreign lender’s condition
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LEAs safely recover three kidnapped persons
The three kidnappers were arrested during the operation conducted on a tip off on the Pak-Iran Highway
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Pak-Afghan liaison committee discusses hurdles in trade
Issues causing impediments in smooth sailing of bilateral trade and promotion of commercial activities in the region
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Enraged mob clashes with police over distribution of free wheat flour
Protesters complain of waiting in long queues all day only to return home empty-handed and demand fair distribution
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Startup funding shows signs of revival in Q1-2023
Raised $23.1m in 1Q23, marking a big 55% surge from the previous quarter
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OGRA starts developing loss recovery mechanism
Oil marketing firms claim losses of billions owing to rupee’s slump
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72,869 Hajj apps received
Dar asks for applications to be collected by April 4
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Banks battle rising non-performing loans
NPLs have increased by almost 3% to Rs938.67 billion in the quarter ended December 31, 2022
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Stocks end flat in roller-coaster week
KSE-100 index inches up by 58 points, or 0.15%, and settles at 40,001
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US unveils stricter EV tax credit rules
Aims to reduce US dependence on China for EV battery supply chains starting April 18
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AIIB says it won’t become ‘disoriented’ by geopolitics
Plans to stick to its mandate as an apolitical multilateral lender
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India regulator probing Adani offshore deals
Investigation ongoing into possible violation of ‘related party’ transaction rules in the Adani Group’s dealings
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North Korea accuses Ukraine of having nuclear ambitions
Accusation comes after a public petition was filed, calling for Kyiv to host nuclear weapons on Ukrainian territory
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Debt sustainability indicators worsen
Finance Ministry report reveals external public debt rose significantly in the past six months
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Video of unveiled Iranian women facing 'yoghurt attack' goes viral
Iranian President Raisi says hijab is law in Iran as unveiled women face 'yoghurt attack'
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CJP's ‘biased attitude’ has divided Supreme Court: Fazl
Some judges clearly want to give relief to Imran Khan, alleges PDM chief
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‘United’ PDM piles pressure on ‘divided’ SC
Calls impending Punjab election verdict ‘unacceptable’
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Police arrest 36 after clashes at religious procession in eastern India
Clashes began after a procession celebrating Ram Navami diverted from its route to an unauthorised area
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Bushra Bibi moves IHC against NAB probe into Toshakhana
Former first lady requests that NAB refrain from 'taking disciplinary action' until decision made on application
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Tremors kill three children in Balochistan
Five people, including three women, injured in mishap
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Social media platforms to be asked to ‘register’ in Pakistan
Ministers’ absence irks both govt, opposition senators
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Rice crop in surplus despite floods, NA told
Parliamentary secretary says production stands at 5.4MMT against 3.8MMT consumption
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PTI pledges peaceful conduct in elections
The party submitted a written assurance to the apex court
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Chief justice for a day
PHC’s Roohul Amin takes oath on Friday and retires the same day
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Covid-19 cases on the rise in K-P again
12 people tested positive for novel coronavirus during 24 hours
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Two police personnel martyred as trailer rams into mobile van on Super Highway
Police say driver was taken into custody; he told investigators he fell asleep while driving, leading to the accident
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Two cops providing security to polio teams martyred in targeted attacks in Bajaur
CM Afridi condemns attacks, instructs IG to submit detailed report
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Linking KSA troop deployments to regional tensions a 'distorted narrative': security sources
'Such engagements shouldn't be mischaracterised as offensive or linked to speculative regional scenarios'
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Tarar criticises K-P cabinet expansion, says corruption and mismanagement at peak in province
Alleges lavish expenses being incurred, public money being spent on politics
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Karachi court extends drug queenpin Pinky’s physical remand by four days
Accused alleges IO slapped her, claims she is pressured to name certain individuals like Raja Pervaiz, Muneeb Butt
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Govt lifts early closing rules, lets shops stay open longer until May 31
Under latest directive, all shops, markets and shopping malls will be allowed to operate on all days of week
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Dar, Qatari minister discuss evolving regional situation, stress dialogue amid US-Iran tensions
DPM also meets Saudi ambassador as Qatar, Riyadh appreciate Pakistan's role in promoting peace
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Pakistan condemns drone strike on UAE nuclear plant, calls it 'grave violation' of international law
Says such reckless actions carry potentially catastrophic, irreversible consequences for human life
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Three killed in Wana blast, including tribal chief, in targeted attack in K-P
Blast occurred near gate of Khanzada Market while Malik Tariq Khan’s vehicle was passing through the area, DPO states
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Sindh Rangers, CTD arrest most-wanted SRA terrorist Abdul Jabbar Sarki
He was arrested at a Rangers check post near Raees Goth on Hub River Road while travelling from Quetta to Karachi
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PML-Q fields 11 G-B candidates
Salik Hussain-led parliamentary board finalises names
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Doorstep passport delivery, AI chatbot in pipeline
Initiatives part of a broader effort to modernise service delivery and reduce reliance on physical counters
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Motorways ban animal transport vehicles
NHMP restricts entry ahead of Eid
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Shehbaz hails Pakistan's role in US-Iran talks
Says that he is 'hopeful' of a second round of direct talks between the US and Iran, leading to lasting peace
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Another constitutional package?
Renewed debate centres on persistent fiscal imbalance between federation and provinces
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Four invisible barriers to foreign investment
Poor systems, damaging narratives are hurting Pakistan's image among foreign investors
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Budget: need for simplified taxation
Fragmented taxation structure functions like internal customs barriers
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'Middle East premium': IMF relief and SBP tightening
Pakistan's economic trajectory being shaped by complex interplay of external shocks, internal policy responses
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Tax design, not rates, is Pakistan's real problem
Third Schedule offers smarter collection but is no substitute for deeper reform
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Game-changing budget proposals
Budget must be bridge between economic stabilisation, long-term growth
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Pakistan taps China's agri model
CPEC-II moves farming to centre stage where each side brings what other lacks
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PSX down 3.2% as US-Iran peace push slows
Geopolitical uncertainty weighs on KSE-100 index despite domestic developments
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Fish exports cross $500m for first time
100-acre seafood processing zone planned at Korangi to enhance blue economy
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Eid rush returns, inflation bites
Markets reopen for late hours, yet inflation dampens festive cheer
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Government plans income tax cuts
IMF to review proposals as Pakistan seeks to reduce salaried, corporate rates and raise Rs50b
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Panda bond opens cheaper yuan funding
2.5% rate lowest ever for country; follow-up issuance possible in 3-6 months
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China-US trade talks yield positive outcomes
Both sides agree to explore tariff cuts, address non-tariff barriers, expand trade
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Bond sale transformational step, says FinMin
CPEC second phase shifts to B2B cooperation as one?quarter of bilateral trade settles in renminbi
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Business delegation to visit US in August
New council set up to ramp up trade, investment, private-sector linkages
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Israel built 2 secret military bases in Iraq for operations against Iran: report
Secret sites were used for air support, refuelling and medical services, according to New York Times investigation
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South Korea shifts focus to ‘peaceful coexistence' with North Korea instead of 'confrontation'
Unification Ministry white paper marks departure from Yoon-era pressure tactics, eyes trust-building with Pyongyang
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UN special rapporteur urges Mediterranean states to protect Global Sumud Flotilla
Unidentified naval vessels, speedboats, drones detected near Gaza-bound flotilla in Mediterranean
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Iran will turn Gulf of Oman into ‘graveyard’ for ships if US doesn’t end blockade: military adviser
‘A naval blockade is an act of war, responding to it is our right,’ says Major General Mohsen Rezaei
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Israel kills 5 as Hezbollah condemns talks
Army issues evacuation warning to four villages
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EU's foreign policy chief warns US, China, Russia seek to weaken united Europe
Kaja Kallas says some powers seek to weaken EU, but unity makes Europe stronger together
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Nuclear weapons 'cornerstone' of Russia's national security: Kremlin
Dmitry Peskov says that nuclear power cannot be threatened as it is the basis of nuclear deterrence
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PSG beaten by Paris FC in Ligue 1
The Ligue 1 champions suffered a 2-1 defeat in their last game
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West Ham on brink of Premier League relegation
They suffered a 3-1 defeat against Newcastle in a must-win game
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Inter finally win at new stadium
Messi scored in a 2-0 victory over the Portland Timbers
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Griezmann apologetic on farewell
The 35-year-old is joining MLS side Orlando City
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Fernandes 'proud' to match assists record
He is just the third player to provide 20 assists in EPL season
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Sinner extends Masters streak
World number one Sinner beat Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4
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Rahim’s ton puts BD in command
Pakistan need to chase daunting 437-run target to level the series
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Iran's World Cup football team leaves for Turkey: media
They will play a final friendly match and apply for visas to fly to the United States
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Sevilla safe despite Real defeat
Vinicius Junior earned Real Madrid a 1-0 win at Sevilla
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Pakistan squash stars set for Asian Junior Championships
The championship is regarded as one of Asia’s premier junior squash events
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Pakistan to host Billie Jean King Cup
The tournament is scheduled to run from October 19 to 25
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Mohsin Nawaz becomes first shooting athlete to receive Tamgha-e-Imtiaz
He currently holds 10 international individual medals in F-Class long-range shooting
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Bangladesh dominate second Test
Taijul Islam and Nahid Rana take three wickets each
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Gujarat miss out on top spot
KKR post 247 and beat Gujarat Titans by 29 runs
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O'Neill summons Celtic's champion spirit
Celtic beat Hearts 3-1 on the final day of the campaign













































































































