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Post-Hasina Bangladesh
Analysts have also noted that for elections to be competitive and fair, the Awami League should not be excluded
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Agriculture and inequity
The enduring concentration of land in a small, powerful class should be recognised as a structural barrier to reform
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Off to Portugal!
Bureaucrats and elites flee Pakistan for Portugal, exposing systemic corruption and unchecked offshore wealth
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Is Pakistan really the worst place to be a woman?
After being ranked 142 in 2023, Pakistan's position declined last year, and again this year
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Putin meets India’s security chief after US tariff hike over Russian oil
India buys major Russian oil, a key revenue source, and maintains strong Soviet-era ties, including arms imports
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PM terms population growth 'alarming', calls for unified national strategy
"Need to ensure our growing population, especially youth, contribute productively," says Shehbaz Sharif
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OpenAI unveils ChatGPT-5 amid global tech race
GPT-5 excels as an AI "agent" handling computer tasks independently, says developer Michelle Pokrass
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PTI slams Punjab's Rs730m luxury vehicle purchase
PTI's Shayan Bashir condemns the move as “blatant display of anti-people governance”
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Tarbela spillways opened as dam filled to capacity
The spillway release may raise water discharge to 240,000 cusecs, potentially increasing downstream river levels
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China conducts first moon lander test in push for manned mission by 2030
China's Lanyue lunar lander will ferry astronauts, serve as habitat, power source, and data hub on moon, CMS says
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Pakistan refinery to import first Nigerian Bonny Light crude next month
500,000-barrel, light-sweet crude cargo expected to load later this month, arrive in Karachi by late September
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LHC rejects district court's use of evidence from other FIRs
District court had dismissed woman’s complaint, citing facts from unrelated cases not part of current evidence
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Snake scare in Rawalpindi spurs swift action
Authorities directed to launch extermination measures across all affected areas
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France battles largest wildfire since 1949 as blaze continues despite losing intensity
Drone footage shows scorched land as wildfire burns area 1.5 times the size of Paris in southern France
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Punjab extends summer holidays till Aug 31
Private school associations reject extension, warn further delays will severely disrupt academic calendar
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NAP operations to continue without interruption: Talal Chaudhry
Minister rules out new military operation in K-P, confirms ongoing counter-terrorism efforts under NAP
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India bans 25 books in IIOJK over 'secession' claims
Order banning books was issued on August 5, marking the six-year anniversary of New Delhi's direct rule in IIOJK
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Trump urges all Middle East nations to join Abraham Accords for regional peace
Trump team in talks to bring Azerbaijan, Central Asian allies into Abraham Accords to boost ties with Israel
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NEPRA approves Rs1.89 per unit cut in power tariff
Power tariff cut under Apr–Jun 2025 quarterly adjustment to bring Rs55.87bn relief to electricity consumers
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Trump slams Intel’s new boss, urges immediate resignation
He said Lip-Bu Tan has China ties, as leadership shift risks derailing cost cuts and strategic reset plans
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Five dead after suspension bridge cable snaps in Xinjiang
China's central government sends task force to oversee investigation
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Pakistan Idol stages comeback after decade long break
Show releases promising announcement with new judges and fresh talent
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Khawaja Asif rebuffs resignation rumours
Defence minister denies resigning terming such reports 'fake'
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IBA Sukkur to conduct MDCAT in Sindh
Sindh Cabinet approves change in medical, dental college application process
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Eight injured as blaze engulfs factory in Karachi's Landhi
structure collapses after the inferno, fire exposes lack of safety protocols
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Pakistan Army rescues four trapped Swat miners
Emerald mine partially collapsed during extraction activity hemming them in
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When I watch Nora Fatehi on-screen, I forget about our item number: Yasir Hussain
Actor-screenwriter shares his stance on Pakistani item songs
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WhatsApp logs expose Rs20m extortion plot by Armaghan
Forensic exhumation confirms Amir had no traces of drugs in his system, dispelling earlier rumours, say police
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PSX’s record-setting rally continues on investor optimism
KSE-100 index adds 559 points as govt softens tax enforcement drive
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India vows to protect farmers amid Trump’s tariff hike
New Delhi will take all necessary steps to protect national interests, says foreign minister
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US tariff rates soar to 20% - highest in a century
Trump’s tariff hikes hit imports from major trading partners
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Indian helicopters continue rescue operation in flooded Himalayas
About 200 people stranded rescued over two consecutive days
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Four civilians martyred in Wana bomb attack
Two cops among 14 others injured in remotely triggered IED blast
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FIA unearths 'irrefutable' evidence against Bahria Town: Tarar
FIA continuing investigation, evidence exposes massive money laundering operation
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Azan and Shamyl lead run tables
Shaheens conclude England series with mixed results
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Copa America final can't hide challenges
Brazil edge Colombia in an eight-goal spectacle to win their ninth title
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Pak to lobby for Olympic cricket spot at LA 2028
This will be cricket's only second appearance in the games since Paris 1900
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O'Rourke ruled out of second Zim Test
The second Test will start in Bulawayo from today
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Osaka sails into Canadian Open semis
She defeated Ukrainian Elina Svitolina 6-2 6-2 in the quarters
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Saim makes huge leap in ICC rankings
Muqeem made a stunning jump of 69 places
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Separate stands allocated for Pak-Afg fans during tri-series
Organisers have confirmed that ticket sales will be restricted according to nationality
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PCB unveils central contract for women
Sadia Iqbal earns Category 'A' in the central contract for the season
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Babar's T20I future hangs in balance
His return is subject to Fakhar Zaman's availability
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Discoveries at Pompeii show signs of life post-eruption
Survivors who could not afford to start a new life elsewhere are believed to have returned to live in the area
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China repeats call for Kashmir resolution
Chinese FM Spokesperson urged the parties concerned to refrain from unilateral actions that complicate the situation
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Tens of thousands evacuated as torrential rains drench south China
Heavy rains also flooded residential neighbourhoods and shops in nearby Guangxi province
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Five soldiers injured in US base shooting
All Soldiers were treated on-site and moved to Winn Army Community Hospital for further treatment
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Trump hails Russia talk as 'highly productive'
Witkoff meets Putin amid looming sanctions
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Modi to visit China for first time in 7 years
Modi's visit to the Chinese city of Tianjin for the summit of the SCO
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Pakistan starts deporting registered Afghans: UNHCR
Afghanistan has rejected the accusations, and has termed the repatriations as forced deportation
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Punjab breeders call for big cat permits similar to zoos
Officials contend zoos, rehabilitation centres occupy large areas of land with better facilities than private farms
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FIA builds AI-powered application to streamline immigration, curb smuggling
Islamabad International Airport to use application in first rollout
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UK announces £1.33m aid for monsoon relief in Pakistan
Around 2,400 volunteers trained for search and rescue in vulnerable districts
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Punjab Police detain Aleema Khan’s second son
Detention comes hours after Lahore ATC grants police eight-day physical remand of Aleema's other son
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Over 100 homes damaged in glacier outburst in G-B’s Ghizer district
At least 10 fatalities reported but most of stranded persons rescued, say officials
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Power outages persist in Karachi hours after last rain spell
Routine life resumes in metropolis after heavy downpour, thunderstorms wreaked destruction for three days
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Fireworks warehouse blast death toll rises to five
One person may still be under debris, school damaged, says Rescue 1122 as police probe unlikely explosives license
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Chinese FM Wang Yi, COAS Munir meet on regional security, counter-terrorism
Reaffirm resolve to strengthening bilateral ties, enhancing regional connectivity: ISPR
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Shehbaz tells cabinet flood, rehabilitation are 'collective responsibility'
Over 700 people have died in monsoon-related incidents across country since June 26
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Lahore ATC sends Imran's nephew on eight-day physical remand in May 9 case
Defence decries malicious intent, terms arrest after 27 months in Jinnah House attack case ‘ridiculous’
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Pakistan extends ban on Indian planes
New restriction to last till August 24, says PAA
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PTI to contest by-polls with full force
PTI would field candidates in every constituency where seats fell vacant
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Hyd reels under torrential rains, power outages
Three days of downpour leave city submerged; traders decry governance failures
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Imran's nephew 'picked up' in Lahore raid: PTI
Leaders claim plainclothes men raided Aleema's house in Lahore
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Bail does not mean acquittal, says Tarar
Info minister says Imran involved in £190m mega corruption case
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First ever economic census shows more mosques than factories in Pakistan
Services sector houses 45% of 25.4m total workforce, Punjab emerges as largest employer
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SBP's forex reserves rise $13m to $14.3b
Rupee inches up to 281.92, marks 10th straight gain vs dollar; gold jumps Rs2,000
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Consumers may get Rs1.69/unit cut in July power bills
NEPRA to hold public hearing on August 28; uniform FCA policy extended to K-Electric under new guidelines
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Pakistan, Bangladesh eye value-added goods trade
Commerce minister visits Dhaka to boost economic cooperation, promote food security
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Stocks dip 1,356 points amid political noise
Profit-taking wipes out early gains as court accepts bail pleas of ex-PM
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Meeting discusses industrial reforms
Govt plans to set up industrial revival body to address complaints
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$131b regional auto trade at risk
PAAPAM warns policy shifts, used-car imports threaten Rs300b localisation
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Senate panel to probe telecom overcharging
IT committee to meet on 25th to discuss losses caused to consumers
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ADB to provide $410m package for Reko Diq mine
Funding comprises $300m in loans for Barrick Gold, $110m guarantee for govt
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Stocks slide about 1,350 points amid political anxiety
Early gains wiped out as court accepts bail pleas of former prime minister Imran Khan
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PM seeks Chinese investment in maritime
Invites Shandong Group to develop ship-breaking yard, fisheries industry
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PSX reaches new peak above 150,500
Bulls continue to show strength as index advances 820 points
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12 projects worth 235m yuan signed
Kashgar Fair provides platform for cooperation, promoting tangible CPEC results
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Tanveer voices concerns over water wastage
He pointed out that this wasted water could have boosted crop production, employment and the economy
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UK announces £1.33m aid for monsoon relief in Pakistan
Around 2,400 volunteers trained for search and rescue in vulnerable districts
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Gaza City officially in famine, says global hunger monitor
Israel plans to cut water in northern Gaza while fixing southern lines to push Palestinians from Gaza City
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Israel starts pounding Gaza City
Military takes first moves in offensive to capture last Hamas stronghold
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Putin demands Ukraine surrender Donbas and abandon NATO bid, sources say
Putin and Trump met in Alaska for first Russia-US summit in 4 years, focusing on possible Ukraine compromise
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Funding cuts threaten UN Rohingya evidence probe
About a million Rohingya fled Myanmar’s 2017 military offensive, widely viewed by prosecutors as ethnic cleansing
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Indian firms face steepest earnings cuts in Asia amid US tariff risks
India’s large and mid-cap firms see 1.2% earnings forecast cut in two weeks, sharpest downgrade in Asia
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Russia dismisses Ukraine peace talks without Moscow as ‘road to nowhere’
Lavrov says Russia was in favour of "truly reliable" guarantees for Ukraine
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Israeli forces commence new military operation in Gaza
Hamas fighters clash with Israeli forces in Khan Younis, polls show strong Israeli public support for ending the war
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US ramps up attack on ICC over Israel
Rubio sanctions judge from France
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Deion Sanders enforces strict classroom dress code for Colorado football players ahead of 2025 season
Deion Sanders introduces new classroom rules banning slides, hoodies and headphones.
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'Tough lessons' helping Sabalenka ahead of US Open defence
World number one will begin against Rebeka Masarova
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Japanese amateur boxer in intensive care after latest incident
The sport mourns recent deaths of Shigetoshi Kotari and Hiromasa Urakawa
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Chile, Argentina football fans trade blame over stadium violence
Football chaos in Buenos Aires left fans bloodied and nations trading blame
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The Pakistan Combat Night 2025 quarterfinals kickoff in Lahore
The event features international and top Pakistani fighters
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Only goal is to win, says Fraser-Pryce
Jamaican sprint icon prepares for Diamond League and upcoming world championship
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'Underdog' Jefferson-Wooden shrugs off Tokyo worlds pressure
The 24-year-old became the first woman since 2003 to win the 100-200m double at the US trials
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Maguire feels it will be 'silly' to leave Man Utd now
Centre-back’s contract ends next summer
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Blockbuster 'Sincaraz' rivalry ready to light up US Open
Italian opens his campaign in the first round against Vit Kopriva
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Rested but rusty Djokovic plots US Open ambush
The 38-year-old has not played since Wimbledon semi-final defeat last month
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Five newcomers to watch in Serie A
Napoli begin their league title defence on Saturday against promoted Sassuolo
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De Bruyne leads Napoli's Serie A title defence
The champions head into new season without injured Lukaku
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Real Madrid look for more fluidity on trip to Oviedo
Oviedo host the 15-time European champions at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere on Sunday
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Shahid Afridi wins hearts of flood victims with humanitarian service
Former captain travelled with his team to Buner district in K-P to express solidarity with flood affectees
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US Open: Four women to watch beyond the favorites
The following are some of the other contenders for the women's singles title at the U.S. Open, which begins on Sunday