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Fair competition vital for growth: CCP
Chairman warns of regulatory action against abuse of dominant position
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PSX slumps over 3% amid rising oil prices
ME tensions continue to fuel losses as KSE-100 sheds 4,865 points
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Sugar surplus prompts export push
PSMA calls for deregulation, ethanol blending to cut import dependence
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Port Qasim cargo rises 8.2% despite fewer ships
Throughput hits 36.5m tonnes as larger vessel loads offset 1.3% drop in ship calls
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New oil pricing formula opposed
Industry players caution abrupt policy changes will severely disrupt supply chain
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Businesses oppose lockdown without talks
FPCCI warns 30% of businesses may shut under proposed plan, urges long-term policy clarity
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Oil reignites double-digit inflation
Composition shifts from food to energy, with 65% of monthly price hike
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Kuwait to use Pakistani ships for fuel supply
Iran clears way for 20 cargoes; vessels will bring diesel and jet fuel
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Gold surges to Rs476,000 amid US-Iran tensions
Safe-haven asset soars Rs3,900 per tola; rupee inches up to 279.16/$
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IMF seeks Rs15.6tr tax target
Govt resists as Fund proposes ending exemptions on fuel, housing and solar users
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Russell Brand's rape trial pushed to October
Comedian, actor faces much-publicised litigation on multiple sexual assault charges
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Development of 'Harry Potter' Season 2 gets underway
HBO aims to avoid long gap between seasons of popular series
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Spotify takes major step towards tackling misattributed music
Rolls out new 'Artist Profile Protection' feature to give musicians greater control over their identity
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Khuzdar by-election deferred over security
ECP postpones NA-256 vote at Balochistan govt request
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Gas pipeline blown up in Quetta
Blast occurred in the Akhtarabad area near the Western Bypass
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Gas supply disrupted in Balochistan as terrorists blow up pipeline in Harnai
Terrorists planted and detonated explosives beneath the pipeline near the western bypass
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Israel passes law mandating death penalty for Palestinian prisoners
Critics say bill targets West Bank Palestinians, pushing military courts to impose death penalty
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Independence - bestowal or blunder
Poverty festers like an open wound
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Ceremonial local governments
Even in developed world, empowered local governments wield immense economic power and fiscal authority
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No man's sea
In December 2025, Israel formally recognised Somaliland – self-governed state since 1991 without a UN seat
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Climate readiness
Climate risks intensify in Pakistan, with weak urban planning, poor readiness deepening vulnerability
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Poverty surge
Poverty surges to alarming levels as inflation, inequality, weak growth erode Pakistan’s economic stability
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Fence-mending move
Four-nation talks show promise, but ceasefire hopes hinge on trust, diplomacy, wider stakeholder consensus
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The storyteller's contribution
Tracy Kidder, American narrative journalist, told powerful stories of change in schools, Haiti’s TB wards, and Boston
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Indian govt planning false flag operation using Pakistani prisoners: sources
Hundreds of Pakistanis, including Kashmiris, in Indian custody may face forced exploitation against Pakistan
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3m Indian officials to begin counting world’s biggest population
Decade-long population survey to begin April 1; citizens can register online for a short window
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Lahore Qalandars imposes Rs1m fine on Shaheen Afridi for security protocol breach
Franchise appreciates security personnel's efforts for their crucial role in maintaining safe and secure environment
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NASA set for first crewed moon return in over half a century
Three US, one Canadian astronaut set for 10-day Orion mission, venturing deeper into space
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UK not 'getting dragged' into Middle East conflict, PM Starmer reiterates
Starmer says he will act in national interest, avoid Middle East war, and protect living standards
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What could Trump achieve by threatening Iran’s Kharg Island?
Trump warns failure to reach deal could see US 'obliterate' Iran’s key oil export hub
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Pakistani ships to transport diesel, jet fuel from Kuwait via Strait of Hormuz
Development takes place after a meeting between petroleum minister and Kuwait’s ambassador in Islamabad
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Iran war 'shock' is dimming outlook for many economies, IMF says
IMF says war from Feb 28 strikes causing global asymmetric shock, tightening financial conditions
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Body of Karachi man martyred in Israeli missile attack on Iran still awaits repatriation
Yasir went to Iran on a work visa, died in a missile strike on a tugboat at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port
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Widespread rain, thunderstorms expected across country from April 1: PMD
A westerly wave is expected to approach southwestern parts of Balochistan on April 1 and persist until April 4
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Bab al-Mandeb Strait: Iran war places another vital shipping route at risk
Experts warn that sustained disruption of the strait could ripple through oil markets and infrastructure
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Diesel stocks present for 23–24 days with petrol availability 'comfortable', fuel price committee told
Crude oil stocks currently provide around 11 days of cover
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China urges US-Iran talks as soon as possible, praises Pakistan mediation
Says it supports mediation and stands ready to work with Pakistan and others to end hostility
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Gaza death toll from Israeli onslaught nears 72,300
Health ministry says at least 704 people killed and over 1,900 injured by Israeli forces since ceasefire
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PCB fines Naseem Shah Rs20m for violating contract over social media post
Says his social media adviser has already been terminated
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PMDC seeks explanation over filming patients during procedure at Lahore’s Lady Willingdon Hospital
Issues formal notices to hospital administration and doctors allegedly involved in recording and sharing video
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India’s JioStar terminates Bangladesh IPL cricket broadcast deal, letter shows
JioStar says local partners have defaulted on payments
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EU council chief reaffirms support for Pakistan's Mideast peace efforts in call with PM Shehbaz
Premier shares latest developments on Pakistan's mediation efforts to de-escalate crisis with Antonio Costa
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Punjab announces resumption of school classes from April 1
Provincial govt rubbishes alleged notification falsely stating schools would adopt 'four-day working week'
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Labuschagne backs team to improve in PSL 11
The Hyderabad Kingsmen captain reflects on first PSL experience
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Fakhar Zaman charged with ball-tampering in PSL match
The batter was caught playing with the ball during Karachi clash
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Tudor tenure ends in turmoil
The Croatian's departure leaves Spurs sitting precariously in 17th place
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Sonam Kapoor welcomes second child in heartfelt social media post
'Welcome to the world, my little one, you are already so deeply loved,' says Anil Kapoor
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Italy hoping to scale World Cup 'Everest' ahead of Bosnia play-off showdown
Both sides aim to end a 12-year finals absence
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Opposition slams fuel price surge
PTI, JI vow protests, APCs against historic petrol hike
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Sindh's Haleji Lake faces ecological crisis
Lake once favorite destination of Siberian birds in winters
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Heated protest in NA over fuel price hike
Opposition raises slogans, tears up agenda copies
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6 killed in central Afghanistan as strong earthquake shakes region, including Pakistan
Tremors were felt in the twin cities, Chitral, Peshawar, and parts of Punjab and K-P
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Government eyes restoration of landmark names
By restoring historic names, the project aims to strengthen Lahore’s cultural and tourism profile
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Iran-US 'breakthrough' talks narrowly missed in Islamabad
JD Vance twice postponed Islamabad visit at last minute
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PTI announces all-party conference for joint response to ‘unjustified’ fuel hike
Warns that failure to stabilise prices could severely affect the economy of ordinary citizens
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Pakistan to repay $3.5 billion UAE debt: cabinet minister
Senior govt officials say discussions are taking place to convert a portion of the amount into investment
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Rana Sanaullah defends fuel price hike, links it to global crisis
Says the government is not responsible for the increase and introduced targeted subsidies to support vulnerable groups
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IMF allows Rs830b power subsidies
Sanctions Rs300b for theft, bill recovery but imposes condition to raise tariffs in Jan'27
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SPI nears double-digit YoY spike
Rising fuel prices push weekly inflation to 9.12%; WoW index rises 1.01%
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OMCs warn against new OGRA verification rules
Industry says rules are impractical, may deepen liquidity crisis and delay reimbursement
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KCCI urges conservation as petrol hits Rs458
Chamber says global prices have doubled; calls for carpooling, limiting non-essential travel
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Microsoft to invest $10b in Japan
Investment aims to expand AI infrastructure, strengthen cyber defence
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Fuel hike raises policy questions
Pakistan has limited ability to insulate economy from shocks amid global crisis
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SBP injects Rs13.68tr into market
Gold climbs by Rs3,400/tola to settle at Rs490,362; rupee inches up to 279.10/$
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2,164GWh consumed under surplus power package
Industries, agriculture sector save Rs21b by consuming extra electricity at low tariff
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Stocks slide as fuel price shock jolts PSX
KSE-100 drops over 1,600 points on deepening inflation fears
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Saggian zone demands industrial status
Minister directs resolution of conversion fees issue via stakeholder consultation
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Stocks tumble but recover from steep losses amid fuel price shock
KSE-100 sheds over 1,600 points as IMF-linked price hike rattles investors
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Gold gains Rs3,400 per tola, silver also moves higher
Price of 10 grams of gold increases by Rs2,915
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FBR eyes Rs195 tax per 1,000 YouTube views
Special procedure targets non-resident Pakistani creators with over 50,000 annual users
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Govt to end currency controls
Gives assurances to IMF to clear way for disbursement of $1b loan tranche
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SBP's reserves up $6m to $16.38b
Total forex stands at $21.79b; gold dives Rs7,100 per tola as dollar strengthens
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Fact check: Viral video claiming to show Iranian strike on Mossad HQ in Tel Aviv is AI-generated
Analysis of the video reveals several visual inconsistencies and patterns consistent with AI generation
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Iran shoots down US fighter jet, one pilot rescued, media say
CENTCOM did not respond to AFP query on first such report in ongoing Middle East war
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China says peace talks advance between Afghanistan, Pakistan
"Both Pakistan and Afghanistan ... are willing to sit down for talks again,' says foreign ministry spokesperson
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Iran's Pezeshkian says Trump's 'Stone Age' threat amounts to war crime
'History is full of those who paid a heavy price for their silence in the face of criminals,' says Iranian president
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Hegseth removes Army chief, two generals in sweeping shake-up
Pentagon confirms Randy George will retire immediately as 41st Army Chief of Staff, with over a year left in term
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UN Security Council divided over US-Israeli war on Iran
Russia and China urge halt to US-Israeli strikes on Iran; US backs Gulf allies
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US experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes
Letter particularly noted a mid-March comment from Trump where he said US may conduct strikes on Iran 'just for fun'
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Bangladesh cuts working hours to save energy amid Middle East crisis
Government offices will run from 9am to 4pm, while markets, shopping centres must shut by 6pm
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Trump's anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis
Many officials, diplomats consider a 'NATO without America' to be the default expectation
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Organisations urge EU to act against Israeli law targeting Palestinian prisoners
UN experts condemned a new Israeli law allowing death penalty for Palestinians as discriminatory
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Macron hits back after Trump marriage jibe
US president mocks French counterpart over how his wife treats him
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Agha relishes HBL PSL freedom
Karachi Kings captain says batting at number three allows him to play aggressively
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Dwarshuis eyes regular Australia spot
He is the second-highest wicket-taker in the history of BBL with 164
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Lewandowski hints at Poland exit
Veteran striker slumps after 3-2 playoff loss to Sweden
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Pegula reaches Charleston quarters
World number five beat Cocciaretto 1-6, 6-1, 7-6 (7/1)
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Alpine deny 'sabotage' against Colapinto
They condemned abuse directed at drivers
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Italy's football chief resigns after WC disaster
UEFA also warns of infrastructure concerns ahead of Euro 2032
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Pakistan Tennis Federation announces Davis Cup Juniors team for Kazakhstan
Abubakar Talha, Hassan Usmani, Zohaib Afzal Malik picked for Davis Cup Juniors after trials at Islamabad PTF complex
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Pegula reaches Charleston quarters
World number five beat Cocciaretto 1-6, 6-1, 7-6 (7/1)
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Italy's football chief resigns after World Cup disaster
UEFA also warns of infrastructure concerns ahead of Euro 2032
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Dwarshuis eyes regular Australia spot after Starc exit opens door
He is the second-highest wicket-taker in the history of BBL with 164
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Alpine deny 'sabotage' against Colapinto
They condemned abuse directed at drivers
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Lewandowski hints at Poland exit
Veteran striker slumps after 3-2 playoff loss to Sweden
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Barca reach WCL semifinals
Catalan giants crush Real Madrid 6-0
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Napoli, AC Milan face off
League leaders Inter will face Roma on Sunday
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Dortmund out to end big-game woes
A win at Stuttgart on Saturday would help turn the tide

































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