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Reko Diq case officers nominated for award
Hilal-e-Imtiaz to be conferred on Raja Naeem Akbar, Ahmed Irfan Aslam, Brigadier Atif Rafique for $5b
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IHC to take up Imran’s appeal on 22nd
Record of Imran’s trial at Islamabad’s District and Sessions Court (West) sought
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Bizenjo declines to sign caretaker CM letter
Insists on personal choices; issue referred to parliamentary committee
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Multan court convicts man of sexual harassment
Sentences Arshad to five years in prison for blackmailing a woman
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ECP to decide on delimitations soon
'Federal electoral body to engage in further consultations to finalise boundaries of constituencies'
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Will CJP Bandial ensure elections within 90 days?
Professional Lawyers Group files a petition in apex court
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Kakar sees SIFC as engine of prosperity
PM reiterates commitment to foreign investment drive via SIFC
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CJ-led bench to hear plea against NAB tweaks
PTI chief’s plea claims that the new NAB laws are a 'violation of fundamental rights', 47 hearings held till date
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Rehman laments weaponisation of fake news
'Violent extremism is a struggle for power, many redlines have been crossed by proliferation of hateful narratives'
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Qureshi urges interim PM to ensure timely elections
Move comes as ECP continuously fails to announce final date
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SCBA seeks SC’s role for timely elections
Also challenges approval of digital census 2023 by CCI
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Child maid dies of ‘torture’
Fatima passed away on August 14 at the residence of an influential person in Ranipur
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Overseas Pakistanis willing to invest billions
Chaudhry says Pakistan-US relations improving, need to increase trade by removing obstacles
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Battling endemic rape
Pakistan has faced a growing crisis of sexual violence, with cases of rape and assault becoming shockingly commonplace
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Another fuel shock
Increase in petroleum dealers’ margin on petrol, diesel will be spread out over next four fortnightly price reviews
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A pitiful day
Jaranwala tehsil carnage must be probed, and no stone left unturned to apprehend each and every culprit
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Climate governance: frameworks, institutions and actors
19th century marks beginning of a struggle to understand composition, mechanics and behaviour of Earth’s atmosphere
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Afghanistan — the limits of intelligence and the way forward
Pakistan’s uneasiness is natural after the recent spike in TTP/Da’esh-sponsored attacks
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AI: the primacy of machine?
“AI now exceeds our performance in many activities once held to be too complex for any machine to master.”
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The ‘feels like’ is usually right
Americans today feeling the pressure of empty bank accounts and maxed-out credit cards
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US stresses fair polls in Pakistan
Blinken congratulates Kakar on assuming office
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Indian movies vilifying Muslims spark fear ahead of polls
Critics accuse recent movie releases of peddling lies and amplifying divisive narratives ahead of national elections
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'Missing cipher' stokes legal troubles for Imran
FIA counter-terrorism wing books PTI chief over US cable
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Azerbaijan Airlines to launch direct flights to Pakistan from Sept 20
New routes to Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi to foster tourism and strengthen diplomatic relations
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US beefs up Gulf deployment over Iran oil tanker threat
Escalating concerns over ship seizures prompt reinforcements in the Strait of Hormuz as US bolsters alliances
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Quran comes under yet another act of desecration in Sweden
Iraqi origin Salwan Momika steps on Islam's holy book, burn copy of it in front of parliament building
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Over 100 held for vandalising churches
Scores of protesters go on rampage in Jaranwala; caretaker PM, other politicians order action against culprits
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Politicians shouldn’t drag conflicts to courts: SC
Three-member bench orders LHC to decide Punjab govt intra-court appeal in Elahi’s case on 21st
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Rupee slides by another 2.99 against greenback in interbank
Downward trend expected to continue in light of IMF $3b tranche
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US looks forward to working with PM Kakar, his team
Washington says it is ready to work with Pakistan for 'regional stability' and combat militant and terrorist groups
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PTI’s Afridi, Gulzar set free on IHC order
Court initiates contempt proceedings against judicial magistrate, cop
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Guidelines issued for caretaker govts
ECP directives come as nation gears up for polls with an exceptionally empowered caretaker government taking reins
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Domki named as Balochistan interim CM
JUI-F agreed on Domki’s name after it was promised that they would be accommodated in caretaker setup, say sources
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16 names shortlisted for cabinet posts
Shahid Afridi, Zulfiqar Ahmad Cheema, Gohar Ejaz, Shoaib Suddle, Sarfaraz Bugti, Dr Waqar Masood among names floated
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President returns 13 bills unsigned
Alvi gives his seal of approval to PEMRA Amendment Bill
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Kakar vows to complete IMF programme
Emphasises upon meeting IMF condition on increasing health, education spending
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16 nominated in journalist’s killing
Brother identifies six assailants out of nine suspected persons who shot at deceased
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Three women among 15 drug peddlers held
Six-member gang involved in tampering with papers of stolen bikes busted
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Tax reforms commission unceremoniously sent packing
Body could not complete final report; its earlier recommendations also ignored
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UNESCO delegate picked in violation of merit
Ex-PM approved appointment of permanent delegate a day before NA dissolution
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‘Artificial rain system being launched in Cholistan’
Official says South Punjab plays key role in agricultural production
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Celebratory firing
Bullets fired eventually make their way back to the ground, leaving a trail of casualties
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Abuse and harassment
Even in countries with extremely liberal free speech law there are restrictions on conduct
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Rupee debacle
Monday’s rupee downslide was seen through the prism of anxiety
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Upcoming elections and the need to focus on economy
Parties in opposition will most likely blame PDM for its incompetence and its decision to accept the IMF’s conditions
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Aiming for a better future
Democracies rely on integrity of election commission and governance system
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The idiots and their gaming in Pakistan
It is a gruesome fact that human history has been hurt more by the desires of strong people
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Climate brides
Financial, emotional stresses of displacement and disaster have affected Pakistani women due to patriarchal structures
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Security forces kill two terrorists in Waziristan IBO
Military’s media wing says weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the killed terrorists
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Alvi assures media of support on PEMRA bill
Appreciates collective efforts for introducing amendments
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Finance minister holds post-budget press conference
Budget delivers on commitment to shift from economic stability to economic growth, says Aurangzeb
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Achakzai questions state policies, Shehbaz vows response in National Assembly
Opposition leader condemns treatment of protesters, accuses govt of turning provinces into colonies
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Dar, Egypt’s Abdelatty discuss regional situation, peace efforts: MoFA
Both sides agree to remain in close contact, continue consultations on matters of mutual interest
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Security forces kill 21 more terrorists in K-P operations: ISPR
President, PM, Naqvi praise security forces, say entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with them
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Suicide, IED attacks leave 3 dead in K-P
Attacker in Lakki Marwat detonates his bike-mounted bomb after locals try to intercept him
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Balochistan local bodies to be dissolved on Feb 8, 2027
Provincial cabinet unveils broad package of administrative, financial, welfare and security reforms
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'Budget aims at providing relief to public'
PM says journey of development will continue; economy has achieved stability despite challenges
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PPP set to form G-B govt as Bilawal hails PM's support
Discussions also covered broader political cooperation as well as regional and national issues
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Rs18.8tr outlay targets growth push
Tax revenue target raised to Rs15.26tr, Rs306b tax measures proposed, Rs360b tax relief announced, Provinces
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Govt trims petrol by Rs4, diesel Rs2/litre
High-speed diesel is widely used in the transport and agriculture sectors
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SC restores full working schedule
Officials said the reversal of austerity steps would ensure smoother functioning of judicial work
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PTI rejects 'pro-rich, anti-poor' budget
Barrister Gohar, Sheikh Waqas criticise tax policy and governance
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Defence budget raised by 17.6%
Rs967 billion has been allocated for salaries and employee-related expenses
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Iran-US peace deal text 'agreed': PM
'Peace has never been as close as it is now,' the prime minister says
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Salaried class sees tax cuts, pay raise
Salaried class sees tax cuts, pay raise
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PSX climbs around 2,700 points amid budget buzz
KSE-100 gains 1.59% on easing geopolitical tensions, oil plunge
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Budget 2026-27: Federal excise duty introduced on imported vehicles
Finance minister says existing concessions for electric motorcycles, rickshaws and buses will remain in place
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Budget 2026-27: Internet shoppers rejoice as govt proposes 90% cut in withholding tax on overseas card transactions
Aurangzeb says lower tax rate will help discourage informal fund transfers and strengthen formal channels
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Budget 2026-27: Govt cuts taxes, ends surcharge for four salaried class income slabs
Says announcing these measures under the prime minister's directives
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Oil extends losses as Trump calls off planned strikes on Iran
Brent crude futures fall $2.11, or 2.3%, to $88.27 a barrel
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Annual tax losses restricted to Rs2.35tr
Customs duty exemptions drop 24% to Rs499b; FTA-related cost zero
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Record stock rally masks weak capital raising
KSE-100 surges 18.2% but only Rs16b raised via IPOs; analysts warn of limited fresh funds
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PSX remains below 170,000 ahead of budget
KSE-100 edges higher by 276 points on banking, energy-sector support
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Agriculture grows 2.89% despite devastating floods
Sugarcane output up 6.2%, livestock now 14.6% of GDP; meat exports target $700m by 2028
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Electricity capacity swells to 49,651 MW
Solar energy fuels growth; agri-sector uses less electricity due to high costs
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Poverty rises to 28.9% despite economic recovery
Rural poverty at 36.2%, more than double urban rate of 17.4%; income inequality widens
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FX reserves inch up to reach $22.67b
SBP holdings rise $25m to $17.22b; gold down Rs9,720/tola
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ICT exports hit $3.4b but structural gaps persist
Freelance remittances $856m, 5G auction raises $509m; experts warn of low-value trap
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Pakistan Economic Survey: Economy expands to $452b, GDP grows 3.7%
Per capita income up 9% to $1,901; remittances to cross $41b as fiscal deficit falls to 0.7%
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ICT exports reach $3.4b but structural gaps persist
Freelance remittances rise to $856m as 5G spectrum auction generates $509m
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EU overhaul to toughen migration rules takes effect, though doubts remain about impact
Pact introduces stricter border controls, faster case processing, increased deportations after decade of negotiations
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US-Iran peace memorandum could be signed on Sunday in Geneva, Iranian source says
Iranian media reveals details of 14-point draft memorandum with US
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Pope Leo warns Europe’s migrant traffickers to repent or face hell
Tells networks exploiting desperate migrants they will face divine justice for every life lost, family deceived
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India again summons US diplomat, lodges protest over attacks on vessels off Oman
At least 3 Indians killed after US forces targeted 3 vessels amid blockade of Strait of Hormuz: Indian government
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Israeli, Palestinian civil society meet in France as two-state solution dims
Meeting to end with eight-point action plan urging permanent ceasefire, settlement halt, Gaza reconstruction
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Bangladesh, India to coordinate patrols on border, share intelligence amid migrant tensions
BGB, BSF call talks 'cordial and forward-looking' as Dhaka presses New Delhi to halt forced border crossings
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UN experts condemn crackdown on women by Afghan morality police
Herat's morality police started arresting dozens of women on Saturday for not wearing body-cloaking chador, burqa
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Rain, aftershocks hamper rescuers as Philippine quake toll hits 55
Provincial disaster chief says while search for missing continued, there was little hope of finding survivors
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FO warns of fallout if India blocks water
FO warns of fallout if India blocks water
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Defamation: SC allows Imran to contest claim
Defamation: SC allows Imran to contest claim
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AJK reinstates 177 FIRs against JAAC
Govt directs police, judiciary and administrative authorities to implement decision
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Trump announces 'great' Iran deal
US president hints at signing in Europe Believes supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei personally approved deal Ira
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El Nino is here and could reach historic intensity
Droughts, floods and heatwaves may intensify as weather pattern returns
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UK defence minister quits with stinging rebuke of PM Starmer
Healey resigns following difference over govt's Defence Investment Plan
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Rana back in Bangladesh T20 squad
The 23-year-old has played his only T20 international against the UAE
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Relegated Wolves sack Edwards
He was in charge for seven months
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Balochistan clinches overall title at 7th National Junior Karate Championship 2026
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa finishes runners-up in men's category
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Serena's tennis comeback over
Her partner Mboko withdrew from the Queen following an injury
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Wimbledon prize money pot increased to £64.2 million
All England Club chiefs revealed the substantial cash boost for players
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Antonelli seeks sixth straight win
The 19-year-old is currently the youngest championship leader in F1 history
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Giants under pressure in open T20 World Cup
England will face Sri Lanka in the opening match
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Knicks one win away from NBA title
They staged a historic comeback to beat the San Antonio Spurs107-106
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'Chill, relax': Infantino says FIFA working on visa problems but cannot overrule governments
Calls Somali referee incident unfortunate, saying FIFA will review it, but cannot control governments
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Iran's World Cup team finds supporters in Mexico
The team will reach Los Angeles a day before their World Cup opener
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Pricey World Cup keeps football fans away, hits US hotels and airlines
Hotels cut rates as fans stay away; soaring flight and match ticket prices have dampened World Cup demand
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Protesters block road to Mexican World Cup stadium
Mexico is grappling with chaotic teacher protests in its capital
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PGA Tour to co-sanction AO in global push
The Open has a prestigious history dating back to 1904
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Real Madrid's bid for Alvarez rejected
He is under Atletico Madrid contract until June 2030
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Iran to reach US day before their opener
They will face New Zealand in Los Angeles






























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