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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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Israel claims Iran's national security chief Ali Larijani 'eliminated'
Iran has not commented on the claim
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Govt approves crackdown on hawala, money laundering networks
Aurangzeb, Naqvi call for transparent and foolproof remittance system
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SBP says banks to remain shut for four days from March 20 to 23
Says all banks would remain closed on March 20 and 21, Friday and Saturday, on account of Eidul Fitr holidays
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Russia says it supports Cuba after Trump says he will 'take' the Communist republic
Says it provides and will continue 'to provide Cuba with the necessary support, including financial support'
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Ramsey out of World Cup play-off squad
The 35-year-old has been without a club since leaving Pumas
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EU foreign policy chief Kallas calls on US, Israel to end Iran war
Kallas says Europe may help restore Hormuz navigation, likely through diplomacy, not force
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Wolves fightback frustrates Brentford
Arokodare scored late equliser to secure a 2-2 draw
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Unplanned war, unintended consequences
Even as Trump boasts of success, the regime in Tehran remains intact and operational
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Idea England weren't fussed about Ashes was tough: Pope
Ben Stokes' tourists went down to a 4-1 series loss to Australia
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Chelsea striker Kerr sends Australia into Asian Cup final
She fired home the winner in the 58th minute of the game
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Govt intensifies efforts to assist nationals as Middle East crisis deepens
DPM Dar chairs review meeting, orders measures to facilitate and support Pakistanis in region
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Top US counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war, blames 'Israel, its powerful American lobby' for conflict
'I cannot in good conscience support the ongoing war in Iran,' says Joseph Kent
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War threatens Gulf's dugongs, turtles and birds
Ecosystem strained by climate, shipping, then worsened by US-Israel war and Iran response
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Iran's new supreme leader rejects de-escalation proposals conveyed by intermediaries, official says
Demands Israel and the United States first be 'brought to their knees'
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Pakistan slams India as 'world’s biggest Islamophobic state' at UNGA event
Ambassador Asim urges India to distance itself from Islamophobic incidents, punish those responsible for such acts
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Govt cancels Pakistan Day parade amid austerity measures
PMO says day will be observed with dignity, respect through simple flag-hoisting ceremonies
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PM Shehbaz congratulates Kazakhstan's president on successful constitutional referendum
Both leaders exchange views on regional developments, particularly the situation in Afghanistan
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Gohar Shah reveals plan to reshape Multan Sultans
The franchise will undergo a major rebuild with its camp starting March 22 under captain Ashton Turner
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FM Dar underscores dialogue, diplomacy as only path to regional peace in meeting with Iran envoy
Dar conveys his condolences over the loss of precious lives in the conflict and expresses hope for early resolution
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Iran want FIFA WC games in Mexico
Their participation at this summer's finals has been thrown into doubt since the war began
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Gavaskar condemns Sunrisers for signing Abrar
The Pakistani spinner was signed for the Hundred
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Conway steers New Zealand to victory over South Africa
The hosts bowled out the Proteas for 107
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Pakistan, Iran trade continues smoothly amid Mideast tensions, envoy says
Pakistan’s ambassador to Iran says borders operational, ‘green channels’ ensuring flow of goods
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KSE-100 settles above 150,000 after volatile session
Benchmark index remained highly volatile as investors alternated between buying and selling
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China to offer emergency humanitarian aid to Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq
Cites humanitarian crisis, calls for ceasefire
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Fire on US aircraft carrier took over 30 hours to put out: NYT
Blaze of USS Gerald R Ford left over 600 sailors without beds amid the Iran war
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Pakistan rejects Afghan Taliban claim of Kabul hospital strike, calls it 'false and misleading'
Islamabad says it precisely targeted terrorist ammunition depots, Taliban used 2023 image to allege 400 dead
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PM directs improvement of petroleum supply chain amid Middle East crisis
IB to present monitoring reports on the enforcement of austerity and energy-saving steps
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Larijani rebukes Muslim states over ‘silence’ during Iran war
Iran security chief criticises countries hosting US bases, defends strikes on regional targets
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Kendall Jenner in short kurti and chunni is the talk of the town
Spotted at the W Magazine and Dior dinner, the supermodels' attire becomes sparks social media buzz
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Students develop App for routes, timings for Punjab electric buses
App has not been officially uploaded to the Play Store but is available via a website
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Why Gulf fury is aimed at Tehran, not Washington
Gulf states absorb heaviest shocks of regional war they urged US to avoid, yet reserve language of betrayal for Tehran
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Spain's king makes rare acknowledgement of country's colonial abuses
Says Spanish colonial laws intended to "protect", but the reality of their enactment differed
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Actress Deedar, husband booked in major fraud and human smuggling case
FIA arrests Deedar’s husband in fraud case; actress accused of aiding alleged human smuggling network
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Gold, silver prices edge up in Pakistan after four-day pause
Price of silver per 10 grams rises by Rs110 in Pakistan
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Police repel Bannu attacks on stations, kill one terrorist in follow-up operation
Officials say coordinated assaults foiled; weapons recovered as security tightened across region
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Oil prices rise 1% after renewed Iranian attacks on UAE
Brent crude futures gain 1.3% to $101.53 a barrel while US West Texas Intermediate crude advances 1.3% to $94.71
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The Oscars 2026 red carpet glam done right
Stars bring their top game to the film industry's biggest award show red carpet
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Google in talks with China's Envicool, others to buy data centre cooling systems, sources say
Visit by the team from Google's Taiwan operations this month reflects the tight supply of parts for such systems
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Tabish Hashmi calls out Ahmad Ali Butt for Malala post
TV host Tabish Hashmi called out Ahmad Ali Butt for posting misleading information regarding Malala
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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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Viral clip of Pakistan envoy criticising Israel in UNSC over Lebanon attacks is old, unrelated to ongoing bombing
Video from March 2026; unrelated to current attacks, shows official criticizing past Israel-Lebanon violence
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Sindh government forms high-level ministerial committee to review Gul Plaza fire findings
Committee tasked with formulating a comprehensive strategy to implement the commission’s recommendations
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Allama Naqvi says Pakistan played responsible mediatory role as sincere, friendly neighbour
Says Pakistan should work in coordination with Russia, China to transform temporary ceasefire into lasting peace
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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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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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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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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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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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Fact check: Viral video of Shashi Tharoor criticising Indian PM Modi over Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire is doctored
Video showed visual and audio discrepancies; even Tharoor’s tone and delivery differed from his usual speech pattern
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PM Shehbaz strongly condemns Israel’s ongoing aggression in call with Lebanese premier
Reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to advance peace efforts, including facilitating dialogue through talks
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Israeli army claims it killed secretary to Hezbollah leader in Beirut strike
Israeli military says overnight strikes hit Hezbollah sites, killing aide close to Naim Qassem
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As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz
Iran now effectively controls the Strait, dictating who can pass and under what conditions
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Spain condemns Israeli attacks on Lebanon, reopens Tehran embassy
Says Israel broke ceasefire, escalating tensions in Lebanon
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Lebanon must be covered by ceasefire agreement, French foreign minister says
Govt representatives of France, UK condemn Israel bombarding Lebanon, US-Iran ceasefire under strain
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Trump criticises NATO over Iran in meeting with alliance's boss
US president’s criticism underscores widening cracks in transatlantic alliance
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Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage
US president’s reversal spotlights risks of mixing threats with diplomacy
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As US and Iran talk truce, Israel digs in for a 'forever war'
Ceasefire efforts clash with Israel’s expanding military footprint
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Japan weighs new release of about 20 days' worth of oil from reserves, Kyodo says
Japan dependent on Middle East for 95% of supply, began releasing from stockpiles on March 16
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Oil rebounds as fragile Gulf ceasefire, constrained Hormuz keep supply risks elevated
Supply fears persist as fragile ceasefire keeps oil markets volatile
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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










































































































