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Public hospitals to give all drugs, tests on-site
New policy mandates patients be given prescribed medicines before discharge
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Record surge in divorce reunions
Judicial complex hosts up to 40 reunions daily, but lack of facilities causes distress
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Swat drownings highlight rescue failure
Inquiry report paints a grim picture of the state of disaster mismanagement in K-P
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Chehlum: Section 144 imposed in 13 districts
Restrictions to remain in force from August 9 to August 15.
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Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa ties local government polls to Punjab
K-P will hold LG elections if Punjab does
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Gandapur vows PTI's 'war for freedom'
K-P CM blasts mandate theft, touts record revenues amid political crackdown
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Blasts destroy school, bridge in Waziristan
Fourth such incident in the past three days
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Pakistan, India should talk before it is too late
State-centrism has been in perpetual confrontation since the Pahalgam calamity
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Religion becoming the governing philosophy in Pak neighborhood?
Religion was also behind the movement that pushed out the ruling monarch from power in Iran
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Lessons between the lines of life
The common thread that runs through all these stories is not grand philanthropy but human decency
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Emigrating nurses
This is essential to meet national needs instead of just keeping pace with brain drain
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Deepening water crisis
The country's water crisis is aggravated by climate shocks that are growing in frequency and intensity
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Walk the talk
Not a single major entity has been successfully and transparently privatised in recent years
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Advantage China, Pakistan
Trump returned to the White House with a thumping majority, sweeping swing states
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PTI removes Punjab media head over policy breach
Shayan Bashir made irresponsible statements causing irreparable damage to PTI’s reputation, says Aliya Hamza
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Crocodile attack reports whip up fear in Sukkur
Wildlife Dept launches probe after social media reports of reptile dragging woman into canal
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Minority Rights March in Karachi demands legal reforms, inclusivity
Civil society, community leaders and activists unite to press govt for safeguards against discrimination
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PTI made mistake granting Bajwa extension: Qaiser
Former NA speaker alleges country currently under 'de facto martial law'
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Magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes western Turkey
AFAD says 6.1 quake hit Balikesir near Istanbul at 7:53 pm; no immediate reports of casualties or damage
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Thousands rally in Tel Aviv demanding end to Gaza war
Gaza’s civil defence says Israeli fire killed 37 on Saturday, including 30 civilians waiting for aid
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PM congratulates Azerbaijan's Aliyev on peace deal with Armenia
Shehbaz Sharif commends Aliyev’s visionary leadership in resolving the three-decade-old conflict
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Wildlife crackdown in Punjab sparks controversy
Animal lovers say crackdown on illegal pet ownership is unfairly targeting them, despite authorities’ enforcement
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Field Marshal Munir warns of 'forceful response' to any Indian aggression
COAS says Pakistan has fought successful diplomatic battle against India’s discriminatory, hypocritical policies
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No proof of Pakistani jet losses, says Chinese expert
Prof Cheng Xizhong debunked IAF Chief Amar Singh’s claim of downing 5 Pakistani jets and a large aircraft as baseless
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Kallas warns against US-Russia deal on Ukraine without Kyiv and EU involvement
Kallas says any US-Russia deal must include Ukraine and the EU, calling it vital for Ukraine’s and Europe’s security
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Sindh ready for grand Independence Day celebrations: Memon
Festivities planned across Sindh, with major events scheduled in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur
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CERT warns 39 ministries of imminent cyber threat
BlueLocker ransomware risks permanent data loss, leakage of sensitive information, operational disruption
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Money just went digital, Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins and CBDCs, Pakistan’s moment
Bitcoin has fortified its place as digital gold
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Israel’s far right urges Netanyahu to intensify offensive against Hamas
Israel’s offensive has killed over 61,430 Palestinians, Gaza health ministry says; UN deems figures credible
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PAA denies Islamabad airport to be shut for eight days
Flights to only be suspended for two-hour intervals on specific days to facilitate rehearsals for Independence Day
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Over 600 pilgrims hospitalised after chlorine leak in Iraq
Health ministry says all patients discharged in stable condition
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Riding on empty
With a player exiting and user confidence eroding, Pakistan’s ride-hailing space is struggling to stay on track
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Book review: Apes’ Assembly & the politics of the jungle
Dr Zahoor Hussain's novella uses the world of wild animals to explore themes of power & rebellion
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A mirror to the nation’s young
The State of Children in Pakistan 2024 maps child rights across four UNCRC pillars
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Amjad Islam Amjad: the man behind the metaphors
Marking his 81st birthday, those who knew him speak of the profound presence that made him unforgettable
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The other way to be a parent
In a country where infertility is stigmatised & orphans neglected, adoption stands as an overlooked solution
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When the body turns on itself
Autoimmune diseases in Pakistan are frequently sidelined in diagnosis & in public health conversations
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The race to rule AI
US & China’s reveal AI action plans around starkly different visions, both for technology & the world order
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Still addicted to the City
Sex and the City gave an entire generation of women the language, confidence & courage to be complicated
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PTI’s slide, from populism to political isolation
Once the loudest political force, the party now stands sidelined in parliament & the streets
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Climate-driven erosion cuts Karakoram Highway in Upper Hunza
Accelerated glacial melt, rising temperatures key drivers of flooding, erosion
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New Google Finance tool uses AI for real-time insights and market analysis
Google’s new finance page answers market queries, adds advanced charts like moving averages and candlestick views
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Pakistan Navy’s deterrence: neutralising India’s signaling
By quietly enhancing its capabilities, PN has ensured Delhi can’t take the Arabian Sea for granted
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Mob torches seven dumper trucks in Karachi after two killed in road crash
Dumper Trucks Association shuts down Super Highway, blocking routes from Sohrab Goth to Thatta
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Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express hit with IED blast
No casualties were reported as rescue teams, railway staff swiftly reached site to safely assist passengers
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Pakistan, Turkiye discuss bilateral ties, regional developments
Dar, Turkish FM review ties, voice concern over Gaza, call for urgent humanitarian aid
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Nvidia H20 chips ‘unsafe for China’, says Chinese state media
Nvidia did not immediately respond to a request for comment
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UNSC to hold emergency session on Israel’s Gaza city occupation plan
Death toll from starvation rises to 212 since war began, including 98 children
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Saratov drone attack kills one, damages Russian facility
Russia says defences downed 121 drones overnight, damaging Saratov industrial site
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Paying price of judicial independence: Jahangiri
Five-member CB to take up IHC judge's plea on Sept 29
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Minallah issues dissent in contempt case against SC additional registrar
Says no work pending before bench after discharge of contempt notice
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Govt drafts resilience plan for disasters
Officials say the upcoming plan seeks to avoid a repeat by identifying high-risk areas
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G-B traders reject tax deal, continue sit-in
Protesters have kept the port shut since July in opposition to new taxation measures, suspension of customs clearance
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Trump hosts Shehbaz at White House
US rolls out red carpet for prime minister; Field Marshal Gen Asim also attends meeting
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Ravi buffer zones to expand in flood-prone areas
Hydraulic models indicate spillover during extremely high flows
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Trump hails PM Shehbaz, Field Marshal Munir as 'great leaders'
Leaders to discuss mutual interests, regional stability, and strengthening Pakistan-US ties
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Electric buses to hit DG Khan roads
CM vows flood relief from Punjab's own resources
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HESCO, SEPCO lose Rs60b in a year
Members reviewed the issue of discriminatory load-shedding by HESCO and denial of basic utility rights
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Man held over rape allegation
Accused allegedly entered his brother's house, subjected the victim, his sister-in-law to sexual assault
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PM Portal's response irks Citizens' Action Committee
Chairman Zahid Ahmed said government officials routinely ignore public grievances and pay no attention to the portal
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Cop suspended for 'aiding' drug peddler
CPO acts after viral video shows cop giving phone and facilities to drug dealer in lock-up
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NADRA launches digital services for pensioners
The existing counters are operational in various mega centres and National Registration Centres throughout the city
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PML-N, PPP tensions spill into public
'Save your advice for yourself,' Maryam tells Bilawal; ‘Why make flood relief a matter of ego’, says Bilawal
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Lawyers to protest 26th Amendment
Roundtable participants claim amendment has weakened judiciary
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FDI shift beyond energy trap urged
Businessmen, economists warn over-reliance on power sector is stifling growth
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FBR sets new system for Customs
Directorate will operate Cross-border Currency Movement Wing
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Reserves rise modestly by $22m
Gold prices drop Rs2,000 to Rs396,800/tola; PKR gains 0.01% to 281.41/$
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ILO unveils SME roadmap
Plan aims to reduce informality, boost exports and align small enterprises with global market standards
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No mini-budget needed, says minister
Announcement comes as govt plans flood levy on imported goods raising concerns over inconsistent taxation policies
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Govt prioritises Expo Centre in Islamabad
Nationwide plan aims to set up modern trade, display centres to energise industry, increase exports
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PSX hits another peak on robust interest
Power and banking stocks drive KSE-100 index past 159,000
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ADB, Pakistan plan Land Data Bank for federal assets
Housing secretary suggests lender act as technical partner, guarantor for private sector projects
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Govt to issue bonds for rail line
Tracks will be built for copper, gold transportation from mines
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Circular debt financing deal: Will it benefit ordinary Pakistanis?
Finance Minister describes Rs1.225tr financing agreement as the largest restructuring deal in country’s history
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KSE-100 hits record 159,280 points on strong investor confidence
Key sectors driving the gains included power and banking, which collectively contributed 890 points to the index
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Gold prices fall in global, local markets
Gold price per tola falls Rs2,000
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Sarkozy prepares for five-year prison term
He was also fined 100,000 euros ($117,000) and banned from holding public office
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Trump hints at lifting sanctions on Turkey
US president presses Erdogan on Russian oil
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'US desire for nuclear diplomacy is a deception'
He said the return of international sanctions would be "unpleasant, but not the end of the road
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India signs $7b deal for 97 Tejas fighter jets
The delivery of these aircraft would commence during 2027-28 and be completed over a period of six years
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Abbas pledges to work with Trump on Gaza
Palestinian leader rejects Hamas actions, calls for disarmament and governance by PA
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Global debt soars to nearly $338tr, says IIF
China, France, US, Germany, UK and Japan register largest increases in debt levels
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Taliban bans women from being treated by male dentists in Kandahar
Taliban restricts internet and bans women from higher and medical education, cutting off access to learning
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Abbas vows to work with Trump, UN and allies on Gaza peace plan
Palestinian President rejects Hamas role, calls for global support against Israeli annexation threats
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Nicolas Sarkozy handed 5-year jail term for raising funds from Libya
Sarkozy’s 5-year jail term enforceable within a month; he will be summoned on Oct 13 to report to prison
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India signs $7b deal for 97 domestically made ‘Tejas’ fighter jets
One of the largest arms importers wants to retire Russian MiG-21 fleet after decades
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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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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