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Spain air-drops 12 tonnes of food into famine-hit Gaza
Spain dropped 24 parachutes with 12 tonnes of food, enough for 11,000 people, said Foreign Minister Albares
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Exceptionalism versus state credibility
Rhetoric on the rule of law becomes meaningless when protectors of state lands ally with lawbreakers and land grabbers
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The wish guru
Countries nursing old colonial wounds are particularly vulnerable to this transformation
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Democracy vs monarchy
Democracy is often described as a government of the people, by the people, for the people
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Poppy cultivation
The potential export market to pharmaceuticals is massive
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Unchanged interest rate
Monetary policy cannot operate in isolation
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Mass sentencing
This tendency of intolerance from the government is unacceptable and it is surely not acting as a political entity
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The urgency of reforming madrassa system
Children deserve better, they deserve an education that teaches both faith and reason, both discipline and empathy
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Trump moves nuclear submarines after statements by former Russian president
Trump warned Russia to agree to a Ukraine ceasefire in 10 days or face tariffs, sparking taunts with Medvedev
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PM orders upgradation of Met Office's early warning system
At least 295 people have so far lost their lives and over 700 others have sustained injuries, says NDMA chairman
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Islamabad Express derails on Pindi-Karachi route
Five coaches overturn, four dragged off track; PM directs immediate rescue operation
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APC calls for abolishing SIFC, 26th Amendment, creating new 'Charter of Democracy'
Alliance also calls for international action on key issues, demands accountability for Netanyahu's war crimes
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Properties of 120 PTI lawmakers, workers forfeited in May 9 cases
Faisalabad court forfeited properties of 90 convicts, while 30 others had their properties forfeited by Sargodha court
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Rickshaw driver turns approver in Sidra murder case
Rickshaw driver confesses and reveals jirga’s role in deciding the murder
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Two dozen dengue cases surface in Rawalpindi
District administration scrambles to implement emergency plan after unexpected spike in cases
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Imran's sons await visa approval, says Aleema Khan
Sources in interior ministry deny any visa application is under consideration
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FO slams India's 'Operation Mahadev' as 'entirely fabricated'
Spokesperson says claims are false and reflect a dangerous bid to justify unprovoked aggression against Pakistan
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Punjab to remain in the grip of climate events
The province has seen a 30 to 36 per cent increase in rainfall this season compared to previous years
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SHC suspends ombudsman's order against KE CEO
Rules that provincial ombudsman lacks jurisdiction over complaints involving inter-provincial institutions
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PSX surges to new heights, breaks 140k barrier
US-Pakistan oil exploration deal boosts energy stocks
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UN says over 1,300 Palestinians killed seeking aid in Gaza since May
Gaza civil defence says 11 killed by Israeli fire, including 2 near aid site, amid strikes on Friday
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US, India begin trade talks after 25% tariff by Trump
Nearly $40b worth of exports from India could be impacted
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Google unveils Gemini 2.5 Deep Think, its most advanced AI model yet
Google's Gemini 2.5 Deep Think uses multi-agent systems for enhanced AI reasoning, providing detailed solutions
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Renowned advocate Shamsul Islam shot dead in Karachi
The lawyer was on footsteps of Quran Academy in DHA Phase VI when an armed man opened fire at him
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Liverpool’s 2025-26 kits celebrate tradition with new touches
Liverpool’s 2025-26 kits, marking their third partnership with Adidas, feature a tribute to Jota and classic designs
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Max Verstappen confirms he’s racing with Red Bull in 2026
Verstappen’s confirmation ends speculation about his future with Red Bull amid ongoing contract talks
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Yu Zidi, 12, becomes youngest-ever medallist at World Aquatics Championships
China’s Zidi won bronze in relay swimming, setting a historic milestone for young swimmers
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OpenAI to launch first European AI data centre in Norway
OpenAI partners with Nscale and Aker to launch a 230 MW AI data centre in Norway, using renewable energy sources
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Veteran Actor Tauseeq Haider reflects on Gen Z, masculinity and marriage
Appearing on the Ahmed Fozan podcast, actor Tauseeq Haider shares how his views on youth and marriage have evolved
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Reddit's Q2 earnings surge as AI and ads drive growth
Reddit’s Q2 report shows significant revenue increase, driven by AI-powered tools, with 93% of revenue from ads
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Tim Cook reveals Apple’s bold AI plans for the future
Apple plans to heavily increase AI investments, with a focus on improving products like Siri, aiming for 2026 release
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GHQ commemorates 98th anniversary of China's PLA
Pakistan Army, PLA are 'true brothers in arms', says Field Marshall Munir reaffirming bilateral ties
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Five cops martyred as Katcha bandits attack check post in Rahim Yar Khan
One suspect killed in retaliatory fire, police seal access points to area
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Tottenham to sign João Palhinha from Bayern Munich on loan
Portuguese midfielder featured 25 times for Bayern last season, with Spurs covering wages and €30m buy option
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PCB unveils schedule for Pakistan's tri-series with Afghanistan and UAE
Pakistan's T20I tri-series with Afghanistan and UAE begins on August 29 in Sharjah, leading into the Asia Cup
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Pakistan defeat West Indies in opening T20I in Lauderhill
Saim Ayub was named player of the match for scoring 57 and taking 2/20
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France to deliver 40 tonnes of emergency aid to Gaza
At least 12 Palestinians killed, 70 injured in Israeli attacks
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Pakistan to receive first US oil shipment as Cnergyico signs import deal
West Texas crude to ship from Houston this month, expected in Karachi by mid-to-late October
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Pakistan hit with 19pc tariff as Trump targets dozens of countries with new duties
Brazil-50%, India-25%, and Canada-35%, hit with highest US tariffs
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Emergency declared in 37 G-B flood-hit areas
Mostly tourists among 10 dead, four injured, over a dozen still missing
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Govt euphoric over US trade deal, but keeps terms under wraps
Accord is likely to give Pakistan edge over regional peers
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Govt hits the brakes on fuel prices, cuts Rs8 a litre
Diesel price raised by Rs1.48 per litre
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UNSC report affirms BLA-TTP nexus
Sanctions committee says TTP continues to receive substantial support from Taliban
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Stop the script: opposition rejects 'engineered politics'
APC kicks off in Islamabad; calls for constitutional rule
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PTI heavyweights jailed for 'attacks on state institutions'
Fifty-eight leaders get 10 years imprisonment; Convictions tied to May 9, 2023 anti-state riots; Party slams verdicts
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Trump's envoy in Israel
Witkoff discusses Gaza aid, ceasefire with Netanyahu
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PM vows to root out scourge of terrorism
Says govt working on multi-pronged strategy
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Cycling rally peddles ideas for healthy lifestyle
Event symbolised journey from harmful habits to healthier choices, highlighting importance of physical activity
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China delivers aid for flood victims
NDMA says Beijing reaffirmed role as Islamabad's steadfast friend
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British-Pakistani climber summits Manaslu peak
Mount Manaslu is known for its challenging conditions, including avalanches and unpredictable weather
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Shama claims role in Shehbaz's UN team
In a post on X, Junejo asserted that she had been working for the prime minister for 'the past many months'
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Woman held after retracting allegation
During trial proceedings, she retracted her allegations and gave a statement in favour of the respondent
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40k inmates to get hospitality training
Training centres will be established inside jails, where professional trainers from private sector will hold sessions
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Two held for harassment
The arrested suspects were handed over to the Uch police, where the FIR was registered
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2 brothers 'killed by accomplices'
The suspects were fleeing after committing a robbery when personnel chased on the basis of information received
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Six youth die in car accident
Victims include two brothers, cousin, friends
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Commuters bear the brunt of ruined roads in Karachi
While KMC claims repairs have already started, police are seen filling potholes with earth
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Varsity to support Balochistan students
One in five students at the university is on a scholarship, goal is by next year, one in three students will benefit
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German climate support hailed
CM terms flood, cross-border smog major challenges
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Food prices soar past official rates in Punjab
Consumers find government price lists ineffective
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Senior citizens survive on the margins
Despite an expanding ageing population, limited healthcare facilities and social neglect have compounded challenges
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Islamabad recasts ties with Washington for political leverage
Leaders stress engagement, not aid, as key gain
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Xi-Trump summit call bodes well for global economy
Any sign of thaw in relations a welcome development in backdrop of trade war reignited by US president
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Myopic policies keep fuelling financial crises
The more the govt spends, the more it resorts to taxation and borrowing; simply put 'govt spending is taxation'
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Deluge: greed for opportunities
Natural deep ditches can be turned into rainwater reservoirs to reduce wastage
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The temporary nature of financial capital
Financial position of developing states remains fragile; they can dip into crisis as confidence of lender drops
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IT boom: mirage or momentum?
Pakistan's challenge lies in moving beyond gig work to structured, scalable models which requires policy continuity
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Profit surge: BOP rewards shareholders
10% interim dividend breaks decades-long tradition of year-end-only payouts
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Global travel giants eye Pakistan
Rising middle class, surging outbound journeys draw digital platforms
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Pakistan seeks Chinese waiver, refuses Rs220bn interest payment to IPPs
Govt assures IMF despite Beijing pushing for timely power payments
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Port Qasim ranks in global top 20 ports
World Bank places Pakistani facility 9th in global index; maritime minister eyes regional shipping hub status
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Ban on inter-provincial movement hurts sugar sale
A week ago, the PSMA in a statement said that the FBR had halted the sale of sugar across the country
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New officers briefed on trade, industry dynamics
Civil servants explore textile sector’s role in national economy
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Trump mulls over tariffs on foreign electronics
Duties will be based on number of chips; move aimed at shifting manufacturing to US
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Pakistan, Bangladesh step up trade talks
Commerce coordinator holds meetings with chambers, banks in Dhaka
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PSX skyrockets 4,220 points, hits historic high
Circular debt deal, diplomatic engagements fuel rally in KSE-100 index
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Pakistan seeks to deepen economic ties with Riyadh
High-level Saudi delegation due to arrive early next month
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Pakistan hits back at India's UN jibe
Diplomat terms 'Terroristan' slur petty, shameful
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Massive Russian missile and drone barrage kills four in Kyiv
Poland scrambled jets to secure its airspace in the wake of the 12-hour barrag
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China sentences former agricultural minister to death
President Xi Jinping's sweeping anti-graft campaign that has brought down several high-level figures
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Young migrant found dead on beach in France
Channel crossing deaths to at least 27 this year
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Kabul announces release of US citizen
The Afghan government does not view the issues of citizens from a political angle
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Iran decries 'unjustifiable' return of UN sanctions
Says reactivation of annulled resolutions illegal
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Denmark bans all civilian drone flights this week due to EU summit: ministry
We remove the risk that enemy drones can be confused with legal drones and vice versa
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Indian actor-politician's aides charged
Some 27,000 people thronged a public road in Tamil Nadu state in the hope of seeing the politician
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Starmer warns UK Labour in 'fight of our lives'
Britain's sluggish economy means a tax-raising budget is reportedly looming
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Netanyahu to meet Trump as Israel faces isolation over Gaza war
"He has no other choice but to accept" Trump's plan for a ceasefire
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Michigan church shooting leaves at least 1 dead, 9 injured, police say
Shooter crashed into Michigan church, opened fire; blaze erupted as firefighters battled flames
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Trump says 'we will get it done' in the Middle East
Plan aims to free hostages, eliminate Hamas threat, and boost humanitarian aid in Gaza
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UN reimposes arms embargo and sanctions on Iran over nuclear programme
UK, France and Germany push UN sanctions on Iran over 2015 nuclear deal breach; Tehran denies aim
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Medics warn of civilian risk as Israeli tanks push deep into Gaza
Israel begins long-threatened Gaza City ground offensive on September 16 as many flee to other places
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Russia unleashes massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv, killing four
Poland shut airspace near two cities and scrambled jets in response to Ukraine war threat
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Bitter end for Pakistan after bright start in Asia Cup Final
It was the first time India and Pakistan had contested an Asia Cup final
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Glory without grace: India refuse to collect Asia Cup trophy
India’s refusal to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Mohsin Naqvi came under direct orders from the BCCI, say sources
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UFC legend Wanderlei Silva knocked out during post fight brawl after exhibition loss to Acelino Freitas
Wanderlei Silva was disqualified for headbutts against Acelino Freitas before post-fight brawl left him unconscious
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Salman Agha left alone at Asia Cup trophy shoot as India skip pre-final ritual
The final match will be played at Dubai International Stadium
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Pakistan vs India: Key players and form ahead of historic Asia Cup 2025 final
All eyes will be on the players who can change the course of the match
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Nepal savours 'historic' first win against West Indies
The win marks their first triumph over the two-time T20 World Cup champions
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Wasim, Waqar, Amir advise Pak bowlers for India final
Legends feel Indian batters can be restricted in Dubai today
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Asia Cup 2025 Final: Pakistan vs India – Early overs could decide the outcome
Pakistan aims to challenge India’s unbeaten streak
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Noor Zaman crowned champion at NASH Cup 2025 in Canada
The World U23 champion overcame Egypt's Moustafa Elsirty 3-0 in the final
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Running beyond limits
Having completed 7 major marathons on the world stage, Faisal Shafi also set a world record this month in Sydney
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Max Verstappen wins GT3 debut at Nordschleife in Ferrari with Chris Lulham
Max Verstappen triumphs in Ferrari with Chris Lulham at Nordschleife GT3 debut,ahead of Singapore Grand Prix.
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Wallabies record-holder Slipper hints Perth could be final Test
Australian prop became third player to reach the milestone of 150 Test appearances
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Women's cricket set for 'seismic' breakthrough at World Cup
Pakistan will play all matches in Colombo under the neutral venue arrangement
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Emotional Marquez win seventh MotoGP world championship
Bagnaia took the race win, but the Spanish Ducati rider sealed the crown with five rounds to spare
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Down to the wire: India crowned Asia Cup champions after nail-biting finish against Pakistan
Tilak remained unbeaten on 69, while Kuldeep Yadav’s four wickets helped India secure five-wicket win