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Pakistan needs structured migration pathways
IOM official suggests aligning skills with global market demands, raising risk awareness
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Trade deficit hits 46-month high
Imports surge 7% to $6.55b as exports decline on MoM basis
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Pakistan to double farm exports by 2035
Plan integrates climate resilience and green growth initiatives with the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
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LSM rises 11% in March, monthly dip 5%
Sugar output jumps 31% in nine months, auto sector up 61% YoY
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Financial sector grows 15%
Bank assets swell 18%, fuelled by investments in govt securities
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New auto policy offers tax breaks
Govt to encourage production of conventional and electric vehicles, phase out petrol-run car imports
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Banks reject 91% of e-bike requests
Govt revises policy after banks approve only 4,075 of 44,689 applications
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'The Lost Boys', 'Schmigadoon' dominate Tony nominations
Broadway season marked by star power, bold revivals and renewed audience momentum after pandemic lull
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Britney Spears avoids jail in reckless driving plea
Pop star admits lesser charge after DUI arrest, placed on probation with rehab conditions
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle lawsuit
Actors express hope the deal will bring 'closure'
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Met Gala 2026 turns fashion into theatre and spectacle
From tributes and technical marvels to political boycotts and public backlash, this year's red carpet blurs lines bet
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'5 am' link rekindled at Asim's LA show
Singer reunites with model Nida Maqsood after 10 years
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Lights up on NAPA at 20
Repertory Festival returns with theatre, storytelling and musicals
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China badminton chief probed
World body monitors Zhang Jun after corruption investigation
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PL losses surge amid transfer "arms race"
Clubs still lost heavily due to soaring spending on transfers, wages, and agents
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Kompany promises fireworks in PSG semi
He stands firm on Bayern's aggressive plan in the semi-final second leg
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FIFA World Cup faces broadcast crisis
India, China risks global viewing gaps
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Borthwick backed by RFU
He will lead England into the 2027 Rugby World Cup cycle
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Devine wants NZ playing Tests
She calls it the "ultimate" format and wishes she had played it
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PCB tightens grip on HBL PSL stakeholders
Payment delays cast uncertainty over final revenue shares
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Tennis stars criticise prize money
Sinner, Sabalenka and Gauff call for fairer pay
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Man City held in six-goal Everton thriller
Arsenal five points clear at the top of the table
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Energy sector: between policy turbulence and system reform
Installed generation capacity has grown significantly; main challenge is the ability to transmit, distribute
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Gender-based violence and our judicial officers
Judges are not above the society that shaped them; what a society normalises, courtrooms enforce
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Odds on national plateau must take precedence
Over 9m Pakistanis face 'crisis' conditions, another 1.7m are in the 'emergency' category in terms of food deficiency
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Soaring medicine prices
Govt failing to control drug prices, with raw material costs, and fuel prices have risen significantly
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The Saffron tide
Modi was leading in 156 of the 293 seats in Bengal, won 48 others, Puducherry also grabbed by BJP
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Killer heat
As temperatures climbed past 44°C, at least 10 people reportedly died in a single day
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Lead in children's blood: a silent national emergency
Nearly 40% of children in Pakistan are severely malnourished and have lower IQ levels
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Khawaja Asif lauds armed forces, warns against future aggression
Defence minister highlights unity, says nation forms ‘steel-like wall’ against external threats
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Islamabad administration revises business timings under austerity measures
Markets, malls to close at 8pm, eateries by 10pm under revised timings
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Fact check: Viral video of Iranian attack on UAE oil tanker is old from March 2026
Reverse search traced viral clip to ABC News video, which actually shows an Iraqi tanker collision
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FM Dar hopeful of progress in US‑Iran talks, urges peaceful settlement through negotiations
Terms US-Iran dialogue crucial for global peace and economy, says talks progressed positively in Islamabad
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Iran says X removed verification badges from its foreign ministry accounts
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei, said the blue check mark had been removed
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FM Dar reaffirms commitment to advancing Pak-China iron-clad partnership
Chinese envoy congratulates foreign minister on Pakistan's success on the anniversary of 'Marka-e-Haq'
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Poor planning worsens traffic flow
With traffic signals removed, narrow U-turns now cause congestion, accidents, and daily commuting difficulties
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Israel targets southern Lebanon with internationally banned phosphorus shells
Despite ceasefire, Israeli forces continue strikes in Lebanon and demolish homes in many villages
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NCCIA arrests 13 suspects in Punjab for 'anti-state propaganda' over Middle East tensions
Director operations Lahore says accused carried 'international ramifications', risking Pakistan's global posture
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Trump says Iran 'should wave the white flag of surrender' as US has completely destroyed its army
Says US has 'beaten them very badly,' now they're reduced to little boats with machine guns
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Aurat March organiser, activists briefly detained outside KPC
Sheema Kermani demands apology from Sindh govt over 'unprecedented' police action
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PM pushes for renewable energy sources to meet future demands
Says no leniency will be shown to those involved in power theft
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US says it redirected 51 vessels from Iranian ports
CENTCOM reports USS Michael Murphy monitoring naval blockade operations in Arabian Sea
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Young Europeans turn to AI chatbots for emotional support, survey shows
51% found chatbots easy for mental health talks; 49% said so for doctors, 37% psychologists
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Britney Spears pleads guilty in DUI case after plea deal avoids trial
Court orders probation and treatment plan as singer agrees plea following March arrest in Ventura California
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Pakistan Navy rescues six Indians, one Indonesian after distress call in Arabian Sea: ISPR
Says vessel developed a fault mid-journey from Oman to India
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Military top brass says peace, stability in region tied to 'collective restraint, respect for sovereignty'
Forum rejects Afghan Taliban's 'frivolous allegations' of civilian targeting
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Fact check: Viral video of Donald Trump presenting Netanyahu with White House keys is old from 2020
Search found no credible reports; reverse image traced to Trump’s 2020 Netanyahu video
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PM Shehbaz directs comprehensive screening in public hospitals to eliminate hepatitis, HIV
Reiterates government's resolve to provide the best possible healthcare to citizens
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PSX gains over 790 points in late-session recovery
Index moved between an intra-day high of 164,920.35 and a low of 162,532.99
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Saudi Arabia urges restraint, support for Pakistani mediation toward US-Iran settlement
Foreign ministry calls for restoring maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz to its pre-war state
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Chair in hand, woman stands up to mob in Karachi
Viral footage captures harassment incident as police probe alleged attack on music academy
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At a crossroads: Pakistan’s soda ash industry
As rising costs and cheaper imports squeeze local producers, one of Pakistan's oldest industries faces a defining test
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PVARA chief and Mufti Taqi Usmani discuss crypto, Shariah considerations in ‘constructive’ meeting
Saqib says digital asset policy should follow Islamic principles while embracing emerging technologies
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Pakistan welcomes delegates of 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women from July 12-13
The conference is expected to host around 190 delegates from the 57 OIC member states
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Total HIV cases at Karachi’s KBV hospital rise to 80 as preteen, toddler test positive
Parents demand justice, treatment for children
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia urge restraint amid renewed US-Iran tensions
FM Dar, Faisal bin Farhan voice concern over escalating hostilities, back dialogue and mediation despite Islamabad MoU
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64 terrorists neutralised in Balochistan's Operation Shabaan so far: security sources
102 terrorists killed in Operation Shabaan, other IBO's since July 5
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BESS key to Pakistan's energy transition, grid stability: power minister
Says battery storage technology offered immense potential to strengthen isolated grids in G-B
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PMD issues advisory over GLOFs, flash floods and landslides in northern areas
Advises residents, visitors in snow-bound and glaciated valleys to stay away from riverbanks
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Five killed in family feud shootout in K-P's Lakki Marwat
Rescue 1122 spokesperson says longstanding murder dispute between families triggered incident
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FM Dar stresses improved port connectivity to maximise Pakistan's economic benefits
Says Pakistan's strategic location an 'asset' for regional connectivity
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Pakistan's ambassador to US gifts 'Trionda' football to World Bank president
Pakistan-made World Cup ball underscores country's global sports manufacturing prowess
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POL prices jacked up by nearly Rs14 after brief respite
Petrol up Rs13.18, diesel Rs13.80 per litre as global oil rally returns
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PM calls on stakeholders to recognize urgency of population rise, promote sustainable development
Says responsible, prudent population planning and management form the foundation of a welfare-oriented society
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NDC claims Qureshi unhappy with PTI leadership
PTI, TTAP reject account but senior leaders admit wider concern
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PSX rebounds over 980 points on geopolitical hopes
KSE-100 closes at 182,242 amid oil price ease; banking stocks lead rally
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Gold prices fall after rise, silver remains on upward trend
On Thursday, gold prices rose by Rs3,600 locally
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World Bank approves $375.9m for Pakistan’s grid stability project
Project is first phase of 10-year programme to modernise electricity transmission network, reduce power outages
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PM task force rules out new ports
Committee implements 84 reforms in two years to unlock blue economy
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Oil heads for weekly gain as Middle East supply risks persist
Brent futures are up 19 cents, or 0.25%, at $76.49 a barrel
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Pakistan, Turkey target trade of $5b
Current annual trade at $1.236b, ECO CCI president proposes joint business meeting
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IT sector exports could reach $15b in five to ten years, seminar told
Panelists at the seminar highlighted specific sectors with export potential
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Persistent selling caps PSX near 180,000
KSE-100 index falls 370 points, or 0.20%, amid geopolitical jitters
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Envoy, FinMin explore capital market avenues
Discussions also focused on strengthening engagement with international investors
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Seafood exports jump to $568m
Despite disruptions, shipments grow on better compliance with food safety standards
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Trade with Russia to cross $1b
Energy minister underlines need for deeper economic, transport connectivity
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Manufacturing recovery to be narrow-based
Textiles, autos, cement to lead as lower interest rates revive activity, say analysts
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Remittances hit $41.5b without structured support
Inflows up 8.6% despite Middle East tensions, but experts warn of policy gaps
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ADB cuts growth forecast to 3.7%
Raises inflation to 8.3%, warns of 10% US tariff risk
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PSX extends losing streak as KSE-100 sheds nearly 370 points
Market activity remained healthy despite the subdued performance, with 471 million shares traded in the KSE-100 Index
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Israel targets more than 500 acres in occupied West Bank with military orders
Palestinian commission says 49 orders issued since January impose restrictions on use of privately owned land
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US strikes Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz closed, Gulf states hit
Iran says it closes strait after firing warning shot that strikes a vessel traveling on an unapproved route
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Pivotal US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71
He was a vocal critic of US President Trump before becoming one of his most loyal allies on Capitol Hill
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Typhoon Bavi batters eastern China, threatens days of heavy rain
Nearly two million evacuated as flights, trains cancelled
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Toronto active shooter incident leaves 5 people injured, 2 dead, police say
Shooting strikes annual Latin festival, PM Carney expresses grief
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Former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74
Ruled from 1995 to 2013 before abdicating to son Tamim
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US lawmaker detained by settlers
Khanna makes three-day visit to Palestinian West Bank
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Nearly 2 million people flee in China
Typhoon lashes Taiwan, Japan islands
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44 dead, over a million stranded in Bangladesh deluge
Floods disrupted life in seven districts of the country
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US, Iran dial up war rhetoric as tension rises
Supreme leader vows revenge for Khamenei's killing US president warns against bid to assassinate him Iran, O
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Qatar joins Iran-Oman talks on possible reopening of Strait of Hormuz
US-Iran talks set to resume after Tehran reportedly admitted firing on Strait of Hormuz ships was a 'mistake'
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Floods in Bangladesh kill 44, leave over a million stranded
Flooding across seven districts strands 267,918 households; Power outages, broken communications slow relief efforts
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Iran's supreme leader vows revenge for slain father and predecessor, calls it 'the nation's demand'
An exchange of attacks between US and Iranian forces this week has raised doubts over the truce
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Argentina beats Switzerland in extra time to reach World Cup semis
Alvarez, Martinez score late as defending champions survive another scare to set up England clash
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Bellingham heroics edge England past Norway
He scored a brace in a 2-1 extra-time victory
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South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies aged 25
Adams started vs Mexico and Czech Republic, helping his team reach the knockouts before losing to Canada
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African results justify World Cup slots
Morocco were defeated in the quarter-final against France
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Jordan humbled to break try record
He achieved the feat after scoring a hat-trick for the All Blacks
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France roar back to overwhelm Australia 42-26
They roared back with four second-half tries
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Marquez claims pole at Germany MotoGP
Bezzecchi will miss the rest of the season after the crash
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Djokovic eyes Wimbledon return next year
The seven-time champion crashed out in the semifinal against Sinner
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Deschamps-led France in familiar territory
He had to cope with personal tragedy during the FIFA World Cup
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Merino’s late goal sends Spain into Wrold Cup semis
He broke Belgian hearts with a late winner
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Sinner salutes 'true inspiration' Djokovic
He clinched the Wimbledon semifinal 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 against the Serb
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Mandhana stars in inaugural Lord's Test
She made 83 as India reached 285 on the opening day
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Fact check: Viral clips don't show Moroccan fans rioting in Paris after losing to France in FIFA World Cup
Viral videos do not show Moroccan fans rioting in Paris; they are old clips from unrelated incidents
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Egypt team gets heroes' welcome
They were eliminated in the Round of 16
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Can Messi keep delivering for Argentina?
The 39-year-old will face Switzerland in the quarter-final










































































































