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Seeking prophetic leadership: varsities must lead the way
Universities must nurture ethical leaders, not just employable graduates
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Afghanistan: between myth and history
History shows Afghanistan as a hub of civilisation, not a perpetual battlefield
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Privatisation illusion
Selling broken institutions after years of neglect socialises losses and privatises gains
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Wedding burials
Islamabad gas blast exposes the deadly cost of negligence, urgent need for safety vigilance
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PTI's Karachi rally
PTI’s street politics tests the balance between democratic space, coercive policing and governance duties
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New provinces?
Without local bodies and fiscal fairness, new provinces risk becoming another layer of weak governance
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Narrow alleys of higher-ed
Rigid bureaucracy, degree myopia are pushing capable Pakistanis back out of the country
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Alphabet hits $4 trillion valuation as AI refocus lifts sentiment
Alphabet overtakes Apple for first time since 2019, becoming world’s second most valuable firm
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NEPRA maintains basic power tariff nationwide
The regulatory authority confirms the new basic tariff will take effect from January 1, 2026
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Gas explosion injures six of a family in Lahore
Another gas leak near Attari Darbar ignites heater, causing explosion and flames, says Rescue 1122
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LHC steps in to protect Lahore’s green spaces
PHA told to restore Nasir Bagh, halt tree trimming without prior permission
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LHC rejects plea to suspend Kite Flying Act 2025
Justice Malik Muhammad Awais Khalid hears petition challenging constitutionality of new law
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Madrassa student tortured by teacher dies in Karachi
Manghopir police had earlier registered a case for causing injuries and arrested the teacher, who later secured bail
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Fire guts restaurant on Tipu Sultan in Karachi
Cardboard factory turned to ashes in SITE Superhighway area
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Major arms smuggling attempt foiled at Torkham border
Authorities say interception also foiled a potential large-scale terrorist operation within Pakistan
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Info ministry calls reports of Pakistan being used to attack Iran ‘disinformation’
Ministry urges social media users to avoid sharing sensational 'breaking news' about military actions
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UK launches investigation into X over AI chatbot Grok’s sexualised deepfakes
Grok is facing international backlash for allowing users to create and share sexualised pictures
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Indonesian defence minister meets Field Marshal Asim Munir to expand security ties
Both sides stress strengthening institutional linkages, training collaboration, and defence-industrial cooperation
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'No conversations' with US, says Cuban president after Trump threats
Trump urges Cuba to “make a deal,” vows to cut off Venezuelan oil and money after Maduro raid
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Venezuela says 116 political prisoners released
Prisoner releases were announced under pressure from Trump, who says US is “in charge” of Venezuela
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Spain makes record cocaine seizure at sea, intercepts ship with 10 tonnes
Cameroon-flagged vessel from Brazil raided; 9,994 kg of cocaine found in salt shipment
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Govt withdraws SEZ ordinance after PPP walkout over lack of presidential approval
Sources say six bills, one ordinance was sent for presidential approval, but SEZ amendment remained unsigned
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PSX plummets over 2,000 points as panic selling hits on geopolitical fears
Iran-US standoff, Venezuela situation, instability across Middle East and South Asia undermines market confidence
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PTF announces Davis Cup training camp ahead of Senegal tie
The initiative aims to build a strong national squad, with final team selection to be announced after the camp
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Hasan sisters secure team title at Islamabad table tennis event
Adeel Ahmed, Bilal Ahmed, and Ali Malik also played exceptionally well and finished as runners-up
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Mbaye could prove decisive for Senegal
The 17-year-old emerged as a potential future star for African football
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Sabalenka returns for another Australian Open title
She is hot favourite to clinch the Australian Open crown
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Man Utd crash out of FA Cup against Brighton
Gruda and Welbeck netted in 2-1 victory
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Napoli stay in touch with leaders Inter
Scott McTominay scored a brace in 2-2 draw
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Swiatek avoids setting goals for 2026
The 24-year-old Pole has won majors on the hard courts
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Abdul Javed junior wins Islamabad cup snooker championship
His performance included the tournament’s highest break of 99
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Virat Kohli extends ODI dominance
The number three batter crafted 93 off 91 balls for India against New Zealand
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Sameer Minhas eyes U19 World Cup glory
He also reflected on his record-breaking hundred in Zimbabwe
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Fahad Mustafa to share screen with father actor Salahuddin Tunio for the first time in upcoming film ‘Aag Lagi Basti Mein’
Tunio confirms a brief role in the Eid release calling it “emotional”
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WATCH: Mohammad Rizwan retired out during BBL 15 clash
He becomes first Pakistan players to be dismissed in this fashion
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Indian rocket loses control after liftoff in latest setback to ISRO
Flew for most of its mission before an unexpected disturbance forced it off course
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President Zardari to visit Bahrain from Jan 13-16
Trip aims to boost trade, economic ties, defence cooperation and people-to-people exchanges
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Islamabad Local Government Act amended, city polls reset
Shift in Islamabad's governance as ordinance abolishes Metropolitan Corporation system, makes fresh electoral process
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Barcelona clinch Spanish Super Cup final
They beat Real Madrid 3-2 in a thrilling final in Jeddah
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Seven policemen martyred in K-P IED blast as violence intensifies
Separately, an IED blast in Lakki Marwat also injured three police personnel
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Snowfall, rain expected in K-P as temperatures drop sharply
Some upper, plain areas of province experience mist late at night, early morning
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Australia tightens student visa scrutiny, moves India to top risk tier
Pakistan stays in AL3 as Canberra cites ‘integrity issues’ in South Asian visa overhaul
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Gold, silver extend rally to reach all-time highs
Price of 10 grams of gold rises by Rs6,602
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25 killed, over 240 injured in LPG cylinder blasts across Punjab
Several victims have been left permanently disabled due to severe burns, injuries
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ICC unlikely to move Bangladesh T20 World Cup matches from India
Alternate venues such as Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram are being considered instead
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Rs300m call centre extortion case debated in Senate IT committee
FIA tells committee 13 suspects are named in FIRs as probe continues into funds recovered from illegal operations
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Police repel militant attack on Bannu post
IGP praises police response as security forces step up intelligence-led actions across K-P
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PM thanks overseas Pakistanis as remittances hit record $3.6bn in December
Inflows jump 16.5% year-on-year, lifting first-half FY26 remittances to $19.7bn
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Federal Constitutional Court moves to Shariat Court building in Islamabad
New court begins hearings from permanent premises as staff shortages remain a challenge
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Khawaja Asif warns of stronger response to any future aggression
He says the entire nation stands united with its armed forces as a steel wall
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Funeral prayers of Lt Col Khalid Hussain, martyred in Balochistan, held at Chaklala Garrison
PM Shehbaz and CDF Munir attend final rites of Army officer
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£190m case: Imran, Bushra's counsel seeking adjournment of May 7 hearing
Citing difficulties in securing proper instructions from their clients due to a lack of access at Adiala jail
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Naval chief stresses maintaining combat readiness against traditional, non-traditional maritime threats
Underscores importance of acquiring niche, cutting-edge technologies, terming them absolute strategic necessity for PN
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Sindh govt suspends three police officers over misconduct with Aurat March activists outside KPC
Home minister says women's dignity and rights will be protected at all costs
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PMD issues another heatwave alert for Sindh, warns mercury may climb to 49°C
Advised children, women and elderly people to take precautionary measures
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Pakistan pushes for permanent peace in US-Iran conflict: PM
Dar highlights sustained diplomatic engagement for de-escalation and dialogue in region, beyond
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FinMin reaffirms commitment to economic targets, investor confidence
Assures every possible step will be taken to accelerate country’s journey towards renewable energy
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How long should a failed marriage be a woman’s punishment: LHC questions
Petition sought to halt proceedings, where claim regarding dowry articles, child maintenance is filed by the woman
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PM Shehbaz thanks Trump’s decision to pause 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz
PM says development came in response to requests from Pakistan, other countries, particularly Saudi Arabia
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Pakistan Army cadet shines at Australian Royal Military College: ISPR
RMC Duntroon names Pakistani cadet Sardar Arsam Abbas 'overall best foreign military cadet' at passing-out parade
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IHC summons Adiala jail superintendent in Bushra Bibi case, seeks medical, visitation reports
Court warns jail superintendent can be produced by force if he fails to appear at next hearing
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US announces phased closure of Peshawar consulate, moves operations to Islamabad
Move comes as part of what the State Dept describes as a restructuring of diplomatic operations in Pakistan
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IHC reserves verdict on NA plea
'Speaker's ruling states that information regarding proceedings of any session cannot be provided'
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Naqvi sets July 31 interchange deadline
2.7-kilometre-long project would feature a three-lane carriageway on both sides
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Gold price jumps by Rs11,100 per tola in local market
Price of silver per tola increases by Rs223 in Pakistan
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Oil extends slide as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal
Brent crude futures fell $1.89, or 1.7%, to $107.98 a barrel, after dropping 4% in previous session
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New auto policy offers tax breaks
Govt to encourage production of conventional and electric vehicles, phase out petrol-run car imports
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Financial sector grows 15%
Bank assets swell 18%, fuelled by investments in govt securities
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LSM rises 11% in March, monthly dip 5%
Sugar output jumps 31% in nine months, auto sector up 61% YoY
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Banks reject 91% of e-bike requests
Govt revises policy after banks approve only 4,075 of 44,689 applications
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Pakistan to double farm exports by 2035
Plan integrates climate resilience and green growth initiatives with the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
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Trade deficit hits 46-month high
Imports surge 7% to $6.55b as exports decline on MoM basis
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Pakistan needs structured migration pathways
IOM official suggests aligning skills with global market demands, raising risk awareness
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Mutual funds, insurers seek budget incentives
Finance minister discusses tax proposals, savings instruments, and regulatory reforms
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PSX rises 794 points in late-session recovery
Index recoups early losses; higher-than-forecast trade gap caps gains
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Gold extends losses, drops by Rs2,100
Globally, bullion rises 1.2% to $4,574 per ounce; rupee inches up
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PSX gains over 790 points in late-session recovery
Index moved between an intra-day high of 164,920.35 and a low of 162,532.99
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Gold, Silver prices continue downward trend across markets
Price of gold per tola drops by Rs2,100 in Pakistan
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Brent holds near $114 a barrel as Middle East tensions rage on
Brent crude futures eased 93 cents, or 0.8%, to $113.51 per barrel after settling up 5.8% on Monday
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Hantavirus-hit cruise ship to sail to Spain; rare Andes strain confirmed
Since start of outbreak, World Health Organization says risk to broader public remains low
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US and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war: Axios
Shortly after Trump's post, US crude oil futures fell $2.30 and broke below $100 per barrel
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Russia begins test launches of missiles with nuclear capabilities
Military exercises at Kura training ground in Kamchatka to continue through May 10
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Beijing extends support to Iran amid conflict with US ahead of Trump’s China trip
International community shares concern in restoring passage through Hormuz, FM Wang Yi tells Iran’s Araghchi
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A year into papacy, Leo finds his 'clarion voice'
Washington Cardinal calls pope 'clarion voice' for world, Pope steps up schedule with visits to Spain, across Italy
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Australia commits $7 billion to boost fuel stockpiles, create government reserve
Reserve of around 1b litres to ensure Australia holds at least 50 days of fuel to shield it from future supply shocks
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Bondi Beach mass shooting accused faces 19 extra charges
Charges include multiple counts of shooting with intent to murder, discharging a firearm with intent to resist arrest
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Trump presses Iran to 'wave white flag'
He downplayed the recent tensions amid a slow peace process with Iran
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Human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise
Human to human transmission is not common
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Russian attacks kill 22 Ukrainians
At least 12 people were killed in the city of Zaporizhzhia, emergency services said on the Telegram app
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Bengal CM refuses to resign after election defeat to BJP
Banerjee accuses Indian election commission of showing bias towards her party
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26 killed in China fireworks factory blast
More than 1,500 firefighters, rescuers, medical personnel and police were deployed
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US, Bahrain push UN-backed action for Hormuz
Draft UN resolution could impose sanctions or force on Iran
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Fact check: Viral video of Iranian attack on UAE oil tanker is old from March 2026
Reverse search traced viral clip to ABC News video, which actually shows an Iraqi tanker collision
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Trump says Iran 'should wave the white flag of surrender' as US has completely destroyed its army
Says US has 'beaten them very badly,' now they're reduced to little boats with machine guns
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Man City held in six-goal Everton thriller
Arsenal five points clear at the top of the table
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Tennis stars criticise prize money
Sinner, Sabalenka and Gauff call for fairer pay
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PCB tightens grip on HBL PSL stakeholders
Payment delays cast uncertainty over final revenue shares
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Devine wants NZ playing Tests
She calls it the "ultimate" format and wishes she had played it
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Borthwick backed by RFU
He will lead England into the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle
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FIFA World Cup faces broadcast crisis
India, China risks global viewing gaps
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Kompany promises fireworks in PSG semi
He stands firm on Bayern's aggressive plan in the semi-final second leg
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PL losses surge amid transfer "arms race"
Clubs still lost heavily due to soaring spending on transfers, wages, and agents
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China badminton chief probed
World body monitors Zhang Jun after corruption investigation
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PCB tightens grip on PSL stakeholders
Payment delays cast uncertainty over final revenue shares
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Pistons rout Magic to cap comeback
Cade Cunningham scored 32 points and handed out 12 assists
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Inter Milan win Italian title
This is their third time in six seasons
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Vinicius double delays Barca title
He scored brace in 2-0 victory over Espanyol
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Verstappen laments spin and struggle for pace
The four-time world champion enjoyed driving a heavily upgraded car
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Gladbach sink Dortmund, St Pauli edge closer to drop
Borussia Moenchengladbach ensured they will remain in Germany's top flight next season










































































































