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PSX rebounds on blue-chip buying
Index climbs 837 points to close above 150k, driven by late-session rally
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CPEC 2.0 to prioritise industry, agriculture, mining
Chinese envoy stresses language skills as key to unlocking trade, investment potential
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Rising yields to hit banks' capital buffers
Will erode revaluation surpluses; SBP injects Rs293b; gold inches up
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IMF to set tax benchmarks for FBR
Conditions target audits, digital invoicing and enforcement outcomes
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Asia pivots to coal as ME conflict chokes LNG
Asia spot LNG prices have doubled to three-year highs in the second major supply shock in four years
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Rs80b saved via revised wind, solar deals
Wind energy plants operating under 2013 policy received a hefty Rs42 per unit
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Summit flags real estate as key growth driver
Business leaders call for policy stability, investor-friendly reforms to unlock investment potential
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Govt to review tax relief for hybrid EVs
Industry players point to proposals to increase sales tax on HEVs and PHEVs from 8.5% to 18%
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Oman shift may reshape remittances
Digital transition, omanisation policy to redefine jobs for unskilled Pakistanis
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AI's no match for creativity in Hollywood, say top executives
Filmmakers say technology could never eclipse human innovation
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Len Deighton, creator of the 'anti-Bond', dies at 97
His rough-edged spy was popular antidote to Ian Fleming's debonair James Bond
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Jelly Roll, Carín León team up for first FIFA World Cup 2026 song
Artists combine for new track titled 'Lighter' from much-anticipated album
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'East meets West': 'KPop Demon Hunters' brings fans to Seoul
Animated film's real-life settings now pilgrimage sites for fans of Netflix's most-watched original film of all time
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Bushra Ansari speaks out against age-shaming
Says people are increasingly uncomfortable acknowledging age
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Eid theatre returns to Karachi with laughs galore
'Meri Eidi Tere Hawale' promises raucous family entertainment in Karachi on Eidul Fitr
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Two young motorcyclists killed in road mishap
Chhipa Foundation spokesperson said 76 deaths this year were caused by heavy traffic vehicles
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DC, Mukhtiarkar in hot water for non-compliance of court orders
Court termed conduct of concerned officers as maladministration, blatant violation of judicial directives
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Response sought from Wildlife Dept in Kirthar Park case
SHC issues notices to IG, others on missing persons plea
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Action against 23,000 blacklisted vehicles likely after Eidul Fitr
DIG Traffic Karachi said action would be initiated after Eid against vehicles identified, blacklisted through TRACS
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New EV bus route inaugurated in city
Sharjeel touts PPP's delivery record; new route to benefit Gulshan-e-Maymar residents
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CM launches major push for digital governance in Sindh
Shah touts transparency and efficiency gains as Rs12.8b collected, paperless system and 'Sindh Pay' next in pipeline
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Three murdered in separate incidents
Woman detained, police launch raids to arrest suspects
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BISP chief promises justice, aid for Rahim Yar Khan families
Families of the deceased women to receive Rs1million each, while injured women would be provided Rs300,000 each
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Man held for killing wife, two sisters-in-law
Suspect, aided by nephews, murders three sisters over alleged suspicions
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New app helps e-bus passengers plan journeys
Two university students develop app to help passengers access real-time information about routes, schedules
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Pedestrian hit to death
Meanwhile, man killed, four others injured as tractor trolley collides with rickshaw in Multan
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Domestic worker held for killing toddler
Another case of infant's mysterious death under probe
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Police intensify combing operations
Punjab government has issued security directives for Eidul Fitr, law enforcement agencies intensify operations
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Population growth imperils women
Health experts term preventable thousands of annual childbirth deaths
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Larijani death confirmed by Iranian media
Key strategist’s death adds to instability, raising fears of wider regional escalation
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Thousands miss Eid cash assistance
Six districts left without customary aid; beneficiaries struggle amid soaring inflation
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Eye allergies spike in twin cities
Pindi and Islamabad experience hazardous pollen levels
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Price hike hits markets before Eid
Freight costs for transporting containers from Karachi to Rawalpindi, Peshawar rises from Rs360,000 to Rs635,000
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Public assets rot, vanish in open dump
Exposure to weather and lack of security lead to deterioration and theft of parts
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Balochistan plans to upgrade 1000 schools
Bugti vows to end educational backwardness
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The illusion of learning in the age of AI
Artificial intelligence has made access cheap and immediate
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Democracy and freedom deficit
Global Peace Index 2025 places Pakistan at number 144 out of 163 countries due to the frequency of political upheavals
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Beware of AI in education
Pakistan is deploying AI in education without a dedicated governance policy
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Dampened shopping spirit
As Eid approaches, the promise of celebration feels increasingly out of step with the country's economic reality
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SBCA's admission
Gul Plaza was not built as it was meant to be built
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Denying lawful access
Despite assurances of a considerate hearing, Khan's sons' visa applications have been pending for more than two months
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US-Israel folly
Over the decades, Khamenei proved less a transitional figure and more a consolidator of the system
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FIFA, YouTube reach deal for World Cup live broadcasts
Deal allows rights-holding broadcast partners to stream the first 10 minutes of every match on their YouTube channels
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First Pakistani vessel carrying oil shipment arrives via Strait of Hormuz
Iran granted MT Karachi special permission to transit, vessel enters Pakistan waters with 80m litres of crude
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Trump postpones trip to Beijing as Iran war delays China reset
The trip will now take place in about five or six weeks
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Ali Larijani: Iran power player who rose then fell on winds of war
Larijani played a larger role than Iran’s new leader Mojtaba Khamenei early in the war
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US-Iran talks: PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir affirm 'all out support' to both sides for peaceful agreement
Both leaders express satisfaction over de-escalation achieved so far, underscore importance of maintaining ceasefire
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PM Shehbaz thanks world leaders for appreciating Pakistan's role in US-Iran ceasefire
PM Shehbaz thanks Macron for supporting Pakistan's diplomatic efforts
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Naqvi assures foolproof security for US-Iran ceasefire talks in Islamabad
Interior minister meets US Charge d'Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker, discusses arrangements for high-level talks
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Dar, Saudi FM discuss Lebanon ceasefire violations in phone call
DPM appreciates Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan’s efforts towards achieving lasting peace
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Saudi, Iranian FMs hold first call since start of US-Israel war against Iran
Saudi foreign ministry says call reviewed ways to slow tensions to help restore regional security
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Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli aggression against Lebanon: FO
Calls on international community to take urgent, concrete steps to end aggression
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Pakistan's envoy to US hails diplomacy for successful US-Iran ceasefire
'This is a victory for diplomacy and dialogue,' Rizwan Saeed Sheikh says in interview with CNN
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Exams postponed at three Islamabad centres on April 9, 10
As per notification, revised dates for these examinations will be announced in due course
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Rawalpindi declares two-day public holiday in view of US-Iran talks
Several roads in Islamabad will remain closed at different times on April 9 and 10
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K-P reviews penalties for outsourced hospitals
Health Foundation has outsourced 19 hospitals across the province
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TTAP not to 'carry burden' of PTI U-turn
TTAP leader said party wanted to distance itself from April 9 rally even before meeting with party founder Imran
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Politicians welcome Pak diplomatic feat
PPP, JUI-F, MQM hail development; PTI calls off protest
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ECC approves Rs2.8b for child vaccination
Committee further approved a Technical Supplementary Grant of Rs 306 million in favour of the ASF
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Diplomatic breakthrough earns global praise
UN Secretary-General calls for all parties involved in conflict to adhere to international law, ceasefire's terms
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Urumqi talks offer glimmer of Pak-Afghan détente
Beijing calls terrorism key strain in neighbourly ties
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PSX closes above 165,000 points amid geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices
Trading activity remained robust, with volumes reaching 456 million shares
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Gold prices in Pakistan fall amid decline in global market
The price of gold per tola decreased by Rs9,500 in the local market
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Govt seeks $1b ADB climate loan
CDWP defers $40m World Bank project over exorbitant rates for furniture, laptops
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Pakistan must turn diplomacy into economic success
Islamabad well positioned to deepen energy & trade ties, establish rail & road transit corridor with Iran
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War impact looms as remittances dip 5% YoY
Analysts warn April, May inflows from KSA, UAE crucial as Eid impact fades
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Mills demand sugar export
Industry facing challenges in managing high stocks amid low demand
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Gold jumps Rs15,700 on US-Iran truce
Global prices hit three-week high as oil, dollar retreat
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Businessmen for building gas line
Businessmen Group (BMG) Chairman Zubair Motiwala expressed optimism that the 15-day ceasefire would continue
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PSX cheers peace with record spike
Robust rally triggers trading halt; by close KSE-100 index jumps 14,138 points
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Canada backs energy reforms, ceasefire role
Minister says 55% of power mix came from clean sources; hydro expansion, local coal shift planned
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Housing crisis deepens as 63% lack shelter
Survey shows 22% rural households spend 40% income on housing as deficit exceeds 10m units
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Provinces urged to lead SME financing efforts
SMEDA, SBP, banks coordinate on credit expansion
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PSX erupts in celebration as US-Iran ceasefire sparks record 14,000-point rally
KSE-100 index posts historic single-day surge as investors cheer easing Middle East tensions
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Oil dives below $100, stocks jump after two-week ceasefire agreed
US crude falls 15% to $96.31, Brent down 13% to $94.71 after market reacts to US-Iran ceasefire news
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Gold climbs as markets reassess risks after Trump pauses Iran attacks
Following international market trends, gold prices increase in Pakistan by Rs 15,700
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US Democratic Party leader hails ceasefire with Iran
Ayesha Khan says Pakistan is proud to have played leadership role with wisdom and strong commitment to peace
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First ships through Strait of Hormuz since ceasefire: monitor
Two bulk carriers, including one coming from Iran, crossed a few hours after the truce was announced
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Vance to lead US delegation to Islamabad for Iran talks on Saturday
Iran’s delegation is expected to be led by Parliament Speaker Baqer Qalibaf with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi
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Iran halts oil traffic, sounds alarm on ceasefire violations as Israel attacks Lebanon
Iran links Hezbollah attack to its own security, vows action against Israel
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World leaders praise Pakistan after US‑Iran ceasefire
UK, Germany, Australia, Malaysia, others credit Islamabad's diplomacy as two-week truce takes effect
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Fact check: Viral video of Indian anchor’s outburst over Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire is doctored
Video allegedly of Indian anchor losing temper had inconsistent visuals, on-screen text also AI-generated content
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Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to explore comprehensive peace solution: China
Chinese foreign ministry says both sides also agree not to take actions that could escalate, complicate the situation
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US will give sanctions, tariff relief to Iran: Trump
Says US will work closely with Iran, warns countries supplying military weapons to Iran of immediate 50% tariffs
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Pete Hegseth claims decisive US military victory over Iran
Secretary of Defence says Iran's missile factories have been razed
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US, Iran agree to two-week ceasefire with reopening of Strait of Hormuz
'Islamabad talks' see success as PM Shehbaz invites US, Iran delegations to Islamabad on April 10
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North Korea fires two rounds of ballistic missiles: Seoul military
Latest launches mark North Korea’s fourth and fifth ballistic missile tests this year
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Israeli opposition leader slams Netanyahu’s support for US-Iran ceasefire
Yair Lapid says Israel sidelined from key decisions as government backs Trump’s pause in strikes
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What will be the consequences of bombing Iran's power stations?
Experts say that bombing electricity plants would likely spur a humanitarian crisis and fierce retaliation from Tehran
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BD police arrest Hasina-era former parliament speaker
Chaudhury has not been seen in public since a deadly mass uprising in 2024 forced Hasina from power
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EU is meddling in Hungary's poll: Vance
US VP backs Orban in Budapest visit
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Hikaru Nakamura spends 67 minutes on single move before losing Candidates match
Hikaru Nakamura uses over an hour on one move but loses to Javokhir Sindarov in Candidates match
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Warner aware of 'seriousness' of drink-driving charges: Cricket NSW
He is due to appear in court on May 7 after allegedly blowing more than twice legal limit in a random breath test
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Tamim becomes youngest BCB chief
He will lead a 11-member ad hoc committee
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McIlroy finds new challenges
He said the win lifted “an incredible weight” off him
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Flick defends young Yamal
Coach says he will always support and protect the player
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Slot tips Liverpool to bounce back
Manager believes his team can recover from recent setbacks
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Sinner, Alcaraz shine in Monte Carlo
Both players opened clay court seasons by crushing their opponents
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Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship to start on April 14
Six clubs to compete in six weight categories at Sports Complex Gym Hall
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WAPDA, Punjab reach final of 61st National Table Tennis Championship
Sensational semi-final victories set stage for title clash in Peshawar
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Australian cricket great David Warner charged with drink-driving: reports
He is due to appear in court on May 7
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Chalmers targets Olympic gold
The 27-year-old clocked 48.39 seconds to secure Australian Open title
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PSB boosts sports fund
The decision was taken during the 36th Board meeting
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Napoli's Serie A title defence boosted
Politano scored in the 79th minute to beat Milan 1-0
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Wawrinka falls on Monte Carlo farewell
He was defeated 7-5, 7-5 by Sebastian Baez
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Iran awaiting FIFA response
They requested to move Group G matches to Mexico








































































































