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Spain arrests suspected arsonist as second firefighter dies in wildfires
Jaime Aparicio, 37, died from severe burns after fighting wildfires near Nogarejas, the seventh such death this year
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COAS Asim Munir, Azerbaijani defence chief discuss regional security
Field marshal reaffirms Pakistan-Azerbaijan fraternal ties, vows to further boost military, diplomatic relations
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Climate catastrophe: How Pakistan is committing ecological suicide
Environmental issues are ignored as political parties focus on short-term gains to secure the next term in power
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At least 20 dead in shipwreck off Italy's Lampedusa
Boat with 97 migrants wrecks 14 miles off Lampedusa; up to 17 missing, 60 survivors rescued and brought to island
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PSX gives up early gains, succumbs to profit-taking
KSE-100 index loses 476 points in ongoing consolidation phase
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Moody’s lifts Pakistan’s rating to ‘Caa1’ on stronger external finances
We changed the outlook for the Government of Pakistan to stable from positive, Moody's said in a statement
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Gold continues downward trend
Silver prices rose, per tola up Rs59
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NA amends anti-terrorism law extending pre-trial detention period
PPP questions government over failure to disclose 'massive oil reserves'
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Traffic plan issued for Independence Day celebrations in Karachi tonight
Alternate suggestion for commuters not attending event
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Pakistani athlete wins 3 gold medals at 2025 Taekwondo Championship in Malaysia
Tayiba Ashraf says this achievement is a gift to Pakistan for Independence Day
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Aurangzeb vows to close tax loopholes, boost investor confidence
He hints at further policy rate cuts this year
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FIA awaits Ulema's opinion before proceeding against Dr Alvi on blasphemy allegations
Lahore court disposes of petition seeking action against former president over social media post
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Muhammad Asif falls short in World Games snooker semi-final
Asif’s World Games gold hopes were dashed by Zhao Guodong in the semi-finals, but he now aims for bronze
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Sindh rolls out HPV vaccine addressing technical, not social gaps
Inoculation to prevent cervical cancer to begin September 15 with efforts to increase community engagement
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PM announces 100,000 free laptops for students
PM says distribution of laptops will cover all four provinces and will be based purely on merit, without any nepotism
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Aid queues turn deadly as 73 killed in Gaza in one day
European Union and 26 countries condemned the “unimaginable levels” of suffering
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Sindh unveils SEPRA plan for cheaper power
Provincial authority to set independent tariffs
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Bourse enters consolidation phase
Index inches up 75 points as banking sector gains offset fall in fertiliser, energy stocks
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OPEC lifts 2026 oil demand view
Cuts 2026 non-OPEC+ supply growth forecast by 100,000 bpd
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Pak-China conference to target $1.2b momentum
Conference aims to expand trade, investment ties
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Sesame project targets 5,000-tonne exports
Joint venture introduces high-yield varieties, boosts farmer income, and eyes 50,000-acre expansion in Punjab
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Auto sales plunge 49% post-budget
June's buying spree ahead of tax hikes weighs on volumes despite 28% YoY rise
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Penalties on rice exporters waived
Delegation complained about unavailability of Export Refinance Facility (ERF) from various banks
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NTC seeks zero duty on iron, steel raw material
On finished products like re-bars and wire rods, it recommends 11-20% tariffs
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OICCI proposes more climate finance, business role
Experts say Pakistan faces $40-50b annual funding gap
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Gold drops as traders eye US inflation data
Yellow metal slips for 2nd day; rupee extends gains to 282.42/$
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Trade deficit widens 44% in July
Iqbal calls it 'temporary dip', says raw material imports will drive up exports
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Imran bail: SC pokes holes in LHC June order
SC adjourned case till August 19
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Another monsoon wave to hit this week
PDMA also warned of landslides, flash floods in local streams
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NA passes acid, fire attack prevention bill
Opp stages symbolic walkout over denial of prison meetings with Imran
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PHC puts pause on naming new opp leaders
Issues notices to the ECP, other respondents; seeks a reply by August 15
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PM to India: no compromise on our water share
Warns New Delhi of ‘unforgettable lesson’
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New Pak-US front against terror trains sights on BLA, TTP
Two sides hold counterterror dialogue; Joint statement praises Pak anti-terror fight
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US, China extend tariff truce, calming tensions
Truce offers a reprieve for global markets and businesses
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Russian forces pierce Ukraine lines
Situation seen as quite chaotic along front lines
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President calls for stronger Pakistan-Morocco ties
Minister shared that in FY 2024-25, Minorities Welfare Fund provided Rs60 million in scholarships
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Pak set to compete at Kazakhstan Open
The taekwondo team will be in action on August 14
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Lloyd concerned over WTC tier plan
He stresses the need to address the ICC's revenue distribution model
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Sabalenka survives massive Cincinnati struggle
She holds off an inspired Raducanu 7-6 (7/3), 4-6, 7-6 (7/5)
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Grealish to join Everton on loan
He fell out of favour with City boss Pep Guardiola
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Liverpool spend big to hold off Arsenal
The Reds have already spent £260 million on Wirtz, Ekitike, Kerkez and Frimpong
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Brevis stars as SA level T20 series
The right-hander smashes 125 not out off just 56 balls
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Prendergast seals top spot in ICC rankings
She was rewarded for some strong performances against Pakistan
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Gavaskar questions Tendulkar, Anderson snub
He says both legends should have been invited for Test finale
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Raja slams standard of WI pitches
He says pitches, particularly in Trinidad, fail to meet international standards
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Bilawal calls for relief, not rhetoric — questions PML-N 'U-turn' on BISP
Sindh announces Benazir Hari Card to support small farmers with DAP, urea purchases
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Govt signs Rs1.225tr financing deal to tackle power sector debt
IMF managing director praises the government’s reform agenda
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Brilliant Pakistan to face confident Bangladesh in South Asian Football U17 Championship semifinal
Muhammad Abdullah is the leading scorer of the tournament so far
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Beat India and then offer handshake, Younis tells Pakistan
India and the Greenshirts are likely to set the first ever Asia Cup final against each other
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Let India reach final then we will see them: Shaheen
Pakistan will need to win their last Super Four match against Bangladesh on Thursday
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Babar Azam likely to make T20I return for Pakistan against South Africa
The former Greenshirts skipper last played for the country in December 2024
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Unlicensed drivers to face jail, seizure of vehicle
The public has been urged to obtain their driving licenses before October 1
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Kotri faces medium flood threat
Kotri Barrage is witnessing a medium flood, with flows of around 400,000 cusecs
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PPP, PML-N clash over BISP role in flood relief
Aseefa backs cards; Bokhari accuses PPP of 'flood politics'
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Girl rescued from software house, eight arrested
Police registered six cases, including under the Illegal Arms Act
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High achievers from public colleges awarded e-bikes
Top public college students in intermediate exams were awarded electric bikes, first time in Sindh
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Protest staged against killing of trans persons
Transgender community, civil society demand protection, justice
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CII debates WHT merits
The CII, in its 342nd meeting, expressed conditional support for establishing human milk banks
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New rules for heavy vehicles to curb road deaths
Ageing vehicles barred from operating on inter-provincial, inter-city routes
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Jalalpur Pirwala: Where floodwaters linger, so do lives
Villagers face ruin and resilience as new lives begin in tents
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FBR scans social media for evasion
Unit to scour Instagram, TikTok, YouTube for tax clues; crackdown launched
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Stocks rise on circular debt reduction
Index advances 292 points, but volatility persists due to futures rollover
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Rice exports to China surge nearly 70%
Growth reflects Pakistan's expanding presence in China's food market, strengthening agri-cooperation
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Govt eyes $30b pharma exports in five years
Minister announces plans to transform BHUs through telemedicine; industry leaders urge local vaccine production, trade
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Tech offers lifeline to Okara farmers
UK-backed flux tower captures real-time data on water, carbon & methane
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Rupee's long winning streak ends
Currency pauses after 33-day rally; gold stays firm at Rs398,800/tola
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Gas curtailment wipes off Rs43b from OGDC revenue
Management expects cash flow following power sector's circular debt resolution
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Banks seal Rs1.2 trillion circular debt deal
Landmark restructuring aims to clear overdue payments, free liquidity for key sectors
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Private sectors boost Pak-Saudi ties
Understanding reached during a meeting between LCCI, Saudi business delegation
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President's orders face FBR challenge
Senate panel reviews dispute as FBR defends court stay on Rs146b tax case
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Crypto goes legit in Pakistan as govt rolls out licences
Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority invites global crypto service providers to apply to operate in country
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Want a cheaper ride? Govt allows used car imports, but at a steep price
Only used cars less than five years old can be imported until June 30, 2026
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PSX closes slightly up by 0.18% with range-bound sessions
Gains in key sectors lift sentiment amid hopes pinned on PM’s push for concessional support from lenders
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Gold prices hold at record highs in global, local markets
International bullion trades steady at $3,770 per ounce
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Stocks recover modestly to close near 158k
KSE-100 index adds 390 points as late profit-taking trims gains
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Oil dips from seven-week high on cautious outlook
Brent futures fall 0.7% to $68.82 a barrel
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Second Italian navy ship deployed to protect Gaza aid flotilla
Italy sent a first frigate on Wednesday, hours after the GSF said it was targeted by drones
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Iran's president hails Pak-KSA defence pact
Pezeshkian addressed the General Assembly months after military strikes by Israel and the US
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Dar outlines roadmap to end Kabul isolation
Urges Afghan rulers to curb terror sanctuaries
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At least 20 injured in Yemen’s drone strike on Israel
Drone launched from Yemen hit a hotel in Israel's Red Sea resort city of Eilat on the border with Jordan and Egypt
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Russian finance ministry proposes VAT hike to fund war in Ukraine
VAT will rise from 20% to 22% in 2026 to help fund military spending in the fifth year of Ukraine war
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US allies’ support for Palestinian statehood puts Trump’s Israel policy to test
Britain, France, Canada, Australia recognized Palestine at UN in a major diplomatic shift on Sunday
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Saudi Grand Mufti passes away
Al-Asheikh was appointed to the position in 1999
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Iran, E3 in high-stakes talks over return of UN sanctions
French, German, UK ministers meet Iranian counterpart
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Saudi Arabia to invest in Pakistan, says Asif
Pakistan fought America's wars against the Soviet Union, which were "never our wars,"
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Trump backs Israel, rejects Palestinian state
Tells western Europe their countries are 'going to hell' in combative UN speech
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Lewis Hamilton asks fans to pray for dog Roscoe after pneumonia scare and hospitalisation
Lewis Hamilton shared his dog Roscoe was hospitalised after pneumonia complications, asking fans to send prayers.
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FIFA to hold historic women’s friendly series in United Arab Emirates
Women’s Series line-up to feature the Afghan women’s refugee team, Chad, Libya and the United Arab Emirates
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Brilliant Pakistan to face confident Bangladesh in South Asian Football U17 Championship semifinal
Muhammad Abdullah is the leading scorer of the tournament so far
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Beat India and then offer handshake, Younis tells Pakistan
India and the Greenshirts are likely to set the first ever Asia Cup final against each other
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Let India reach final then we will see them: Shaheen
Pakistan will need to win their last Super Four match against Bangladesh on Thursday
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Babar Azam likely to make T20I return for Pakistan against South Africa
The former Greenshirts skipper last played for the country in December 2024
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Messi double propels Miami in 4-0 MLS win over NYCFC
Luis Suárez and Baltazar Rodríguez also found the net in a dominant night at Citi Field
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Postecoglou's Forest held by Antony's Betis on European return
Antony’s late strike rescued Real Betis a 2-2 draw
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Trump visit adds to intensity as Ryder Cup looms
More than 50,000 spectators are expected each day at the suburban New York layout
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Ballon d'Or disappointment will inspire Yamal: Barca coach Flick
The 18-year-old winger finished second behind Paris Saint-Germain attacker Dembele
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Eze nets first goal as Arsenal join Man City in League Cup last 16
Goals from Eze and Trossard helped the Gunners reach fourth round
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India see off Bangladesh to book Asia Cup final spot
Winner in Pakistan and Bangladesh match on Thursday to decide who faces India in final
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Alcaraz expects Sinner to come back stronger
The Italian seed admitted he needed to overhaul his "predictable" game
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Abrar Ahmed surges towards top spot
A host of players featuring in Asia Cup 2025 made important gains in the rankings
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USA Cricket suspended by world governing body ICC
ICC cites governance failures and reputational damage in suspending national board membership