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COP 30 ends with promises on paper, heat on the planet
The world’s largest emitters stayed away, leaving rising emissions and vulnerable populations to bear the cost
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Viewing Middle East through four lenses
The future of Middle East is the only future of any region that is predictable
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Rafales, Tejas and us
Reactions to different crashes from Pakistanis, Indians tell a story that encapsulates the complicated relatioship
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Broken windows effect
Visible signs of disorder create more disorder and small, unchecked crimes lead to bigger ones
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Wasteful billions
Tens of thousands of incidents are reported each year and around a dozen types of snakes are poisonous
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Faisalabad factory blast
Commercial establishments, even those that pose serious danger, continue to operate in residential neighbourhoods
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Behave or perish
It is a foregone conclusion that trade and terrorism cannot go hand in hand
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Capture and corruption
Societies that count on collective strength from their people reap inclusive benefits for all
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Global Climate Pact passed without any mention of fossil fuels
The EU dropped fossil-fuel language after Saudi Arabia and others opposed any mention of a transition
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Punjab revises school admissions policy, updates syllabus and textbooks for 2026
New academic year to commence on April 1, 2026, with free textbooks in govt schools to be distributed from April 5
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Dumper Association chief Liaquat Mehsud denied bail in Karachi rioting, firing case
Court cites evidence of firing and acts aimed at spreading terror in Nov 3 incident
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K-P facing deep crisis due to PTI's incompetence: Sikandar Sherpao
QWP leader says provincial govt's focus is only on Imran Khan’s release and protest politics
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22 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza despite ceasefire
Israeli blasts hit homes and sites in eastern Rafah and Khan Younis, causing casualties in the yellow zone
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K-P becomes first province to introduce digital payments law
Initiative taken to encourage small, informal businesses to enter formal economy without fear of immediate taxation
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Faster internet, improved connectivity for users as new submarine cable lands in Pakistan
Offering more than 100 Tbps of total capacity, SEA-ME-WE 6 will provide one of the lowest-latency routes
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Chinese experts gather to explore space science development
Conference to host 50 sessions on space science, exploration, optics, materials and innovation
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“Raising a child is not an easy task,” says actor Sanam Saeed
UNICEF launches ‘Bachpan Bemisaal’ series with Bilal Maqsood
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Road crash, roof collapse claim eleven lives in K-P
Deadly Hiace-car collision on Karak–Indus Highway leaves six dead, nine injured; five die in Nowshera roof collapse
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PPP, PML-N reaffirm support for Sarfraz Bugti amid in-house change rumours in Balochistan
Swirling speculation emerged after claims that President Zardari expressed reservations over Bugti's performance
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Pakistan lose to Nepal after a brave fight in blind women's T20 cricket World Cup
India defeated Australia by nine wickets to book their place in the final
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Macron warns G20 is “at risk” as bloc struggles with global crises
G20 in South Africa adopts climate declaration without US input, a move Washington calls shameful
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New Zealand sweep West Indies ODI series
The hosts eased to 162-6 off 30.2 overs in the third ODI at Hamilton
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Eight terrorists killed during Bannu IBO: ISPR
President Asif Zardari, PM Shehbaz praised and saluted the courage of the security forces for successful operation
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Pakistan outclass Sri Lanka by seven wickets in the third T20 of the tri-series
Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten 80 helped Green Shirts successfully chase the target of 129 runs
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Washington State resident dies in first confirmed H5N5 bird flu case
Older adult from Grays Harbor with health issues dies; owned backyard flock of mixed domestic birds
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Head stars as Australia thrash England
The left-hander smashed a 69-ball century chasing 201 in Ashes Opener
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South Africa 247-6 after India's Kuldeep takes three
Tristan Stubbs missed out a well-deserved half-century by a run
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Master Paints reach main SQ Seagold Polo Cup final
HK Polo qualify for subsidiary final of the event
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Pakistan, EU pledge to deepen trade and investment ties via GSP plus scheme during Brussels talks
Dialogue also offered an opportunity to exchange views on regional, global developments, including South Asia, says FO
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Italy edge into Davis Cup final
They played an epic tie-break to beat Belgium 2-0
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F1 championship leader Norris grabs 'stressful' Las Vegas pole
He clocked a fastest time of one minute 47.934 seconds in treacherous conditions
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Curiosity cultivates change in attitudes at T20 World Cup for blind women
Sri Lanka and India are co-hosting the inaugural event
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Lawyers, police clash outside SHC during protest against 27th Amendment
Officers' uniforms torn amid intense sloganeering; Bar assures action against those involved in violence
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E-challan system for traffic violations goes live in Rawalpindi
Automated ticketing linked to Safe City Command, Control Centre; over 2,000 cameras to monitor violations
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PM Shehbaz Sharif approves committee for the 2026 South Asian Games
The multi-discipline event is scheduled to take place in January 2026
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Special Olympics Winter Games winners' achievements celebrated in Islamabad
To encourage the players, the Pakistan Sports Board and Special Olympics distributed cash awards
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Federal government removes restrictions on gold trade
Federal Cabinet approves reinstatement of key trade regulations
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Pakistan defeat Sri Lanka A to reach the Asia Cup Rising Stars final
Shaheens will now face Bangladesh A in the final of the tournament on Sunday
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Stokes leads England's fightback
Australian captain Starc took seven as 19 wickets fall in Ashes
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Norris on top at Las Vegas GP practice
The track action was halted as a precautionary measure with 20 minutes to run
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Palmer's Chelsea return delayed
He broke his toe in home accident
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Nortje returns to South Africa T20 squad
They will play India in a five-match series
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Dera Ismail Khan’s first bird tower gives urban birds a new home
Structure inspired by Iranian pigeon houses aims to support local bird population
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Lahore Police intensify crackdown on pollution amid worsening smog
410 individuals arrested for emitting smoke from factories, shops, brick kilns, major contributors to smog
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Tarar urges unified D-8 media strategy
Calls for countering misinformation, promoting peaceful narratives
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G20 envoys agree draft declaration
US has said it will boycott summit
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Delhi, Kabul to launch air cargo services
Two countries seek to reset ties amid soured relations with common neighbour Pakistan
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Ukraine in a catch-22 situation
Trump’s plan to end war pushed back by Zelensky, welcomed by Putin
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Two Palestinians killed in West Bank clashes
Palestinian health ministry said Israeli forces fatally shot two teenagers in town of Kufr Aqab
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Iran seeks new framework for accessing bombed nuclear sites
FM Araghchi says new approach should be taken for monitoring of country’s nuclear sites attacked in war with Israel
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Former IHC judge Tariq Jahangiri challenges removal in FCC
Seeks to nullify Dec 18 de-notification over invalid law degree, says legal requirements were not fulfilled
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Pakistan, other Muslim states condemn Israeli violations in Gaza
Joint statement warns annexation bid undermines two-state solution, urges global action
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Pakistan announces Fitrana, Fidyah amounts for Ramazan 2026
Minimum amount of Sadaqatul-Fitr, Fidyah has been fixed at Rs300 per person
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Pakistan sends 100 tonnes of tents, tarpaulins to Gaza
NDMA says consignment is 28th relief flight as total aid reaches 2,727 tonnes
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Western weather system to bring drizzle to Karachi
Rain, snowfall over mountains are forecast in Quetta, Ziarat, Pishin, Chaman, Qilla Abdullah, Qilla Saifullah
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PECA amendment cannot be suspended by injunction, IHC observes
Court adjourns journalists’ petitions against law until March 6
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Court indicts Ducky Bhai, wife Aroob Jatoi in gambling app case
Magistrate has summoned prosecution witnesses for February 23
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SC rejects immediate meeting request with Imran Khan, issues notice to govt
Court forms benches for cipher case appeals, dismisses multiple bail petitions as infructuous
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New IPP power deals could save Pakistan Rs1.4tr, says Mishal report
Energy sector drove 40% of reforms, with more than 600 changes logged across 135 institutions
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ATC indicts PTI leaders Raoof Hasan, Ahmed Waqas Janjua in terror links case
Both plead not guilty as court orders prosecution witnesses to appear on February 23
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Ali Amin Gandapur, Omar Ayub declared proclaimed offenders in 'Haqeeqi Azadi March' cases
Senior civil judge cites repeated non-appearance, orders arrest in two Bara Kahu FIRs
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Elderly woman beaten to death
Victim's grandson discovers her lying injured, bleeding from head
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Kite-flying incidents claim lives
Journalist dies after rooftop fall
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Toxic water destroys agricultural land
Illegal stone mining, dam breach contaminate canal, kill livestock and devastate hundreds of acres
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'Mechanisation key to food security amid shrinking farmland'
Former livestock minister urges modern farming practices during university team's visit to model farm
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Moody’s revises Pakistan banking sector outlook from positive to stable
International credit rating agency projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3.5 per cent in 2026
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South Korea watchdog says tougher crypto rules needed after $40 billion giveaway
FSS governor Lee Chan-jin said the incident exposed structural flaws in virtual-asset electronic systems
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Euro zone yields mixed after Japan election; investors await US data
Delayed US jobs data is set to be released alongside inflation, retail figures
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New IPP power deals could save Pakistan Rs1.4tr, says Mishal report
Energy sector drove 40% of reforms, with more than 600 changes logged across 135 institutions
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Gold, silver prices extend gains at start of trading week
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs4,544 in Pakistan
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Pakistan's lost economic freedom
Indices show reform momentum, but taxation, informality weigh on outlook
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Gold outside the system
Undocumented household gold could strengthen reserves, broaden tax base and reduce external vulnerability
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Phases of PSX boom
Waning corporate profits, higher crude prices may create jitters in market
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Beetroot: a less-explored commodity
As climate pressure mounts, old European crop beginning to draw attention at home
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Clean energy: what we hand over to next generation
From public health to industrial competitiveness, energy choices today shape future workforce and economy
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World Bank reaffirms commitment to $20b Pakistan development programme
Finance Minister Aurangzeb meets group's MD Anna Bjerde on sidelines of AlUla Conference in Saudi Arabia
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Pak exhibitors shine at Sichuan festival
Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship
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PSX ends flat on Friday's heavy sell-off
KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points
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Seed approval process streamlined to cut delays
Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan eye trade boost
Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation
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Russia's Lavrov sees no 'bright future' for economic ties with US
Foreign minister also cited Trump's hostility to BRICS bloc, which includes Russia, China, India, Brazil, others
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Prince Andrew leaked official UK trade documents to Jeffrey Epstein, emails show
Former prince shared reports on Vietnam, Singapore; adds to ongoing crisis over Epstein connections
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Thousands rally across Australia against Israeli president’s visit
Anthony Albanese invited Isaac Herzog after Bondi Beach; critics, pro-Palestinian groups staging nationwide protests
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Iran arrests at least four reform front politicians
Tehran blamed violence on 'rioters, armed terrorists', says were backed by enemies Israel, United States
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PM Shehbaz congratulates Japan PM Sanae Takaichi on election win
Pakistani premier expressed readiness to strengthen cooperation with Japan under new government
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Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in jail after national security trial
Lai, founder of feisty shuttered Apple Daily newspaper, was first arrested in August 2020 was convicted last year
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South Korean military helicopter crashes during training, killing two
Army has suspended operations of all AH-1S helicopters after the accident
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New Zealand mosque shooter tells court mental health forced him to plead guilty
Tarrant told court that harsh prison conditions had deteriorated his mental health while awaiting trial
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Japan's 'Iron Lady' Takaichi forges stunning election win
Japan's Takaichi, inspired by Thatcher, projected to win up to 328 of 465 lower house seats
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Bangladesh seeks UN help to probe killing of uprising leader
Hadi, 32, was shot by masked attackers in Dhaka last December and later died in a Singapore
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory
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Markram says South Africa Test success bodes well for T20 World Cup
The Proteas will face Canada in the campaign opener
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Vonn's Olympic dream cut short
Johnson claims downhill gold
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Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE
He took the coaching role in February 2024
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Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear
Manchester United pile pressure on Spurs’ Frank
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From threats to please
Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India
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Barca beat Mallorca to extend Liga lead
Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory
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Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase
They chased 183 with five wickets to spare
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'Miracolo': Football-mad Italy make cricket World Cup debut
They are set to debut against Scotland at famous Eden Gardens
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Pakistan rewrites the cricket script
Pakistan’s refusal to play India at the T20 World Cup challenges a decade-old norm, exposing power, precedent and cost
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ICC to brief on outcome of talks with PCB over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
Delegation meets PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi in Lahore; BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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Suryakumar's 84 leads India to opening win over USA in T20 World Cup
Chasing 162, the US slumped to 13-3 as late call-up Siraj struck twice early
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PCB 'categorically rejects' Indian journalist's claim of approaching ICC on T20 World Cup row
'A little patience and time will clearly show who actually went knocking and who didn’t,' spokesperson says
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ICC in talks to revive Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash
ICC seeking resolution through dialogue and not confrontation, says source close to developments
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Shepherd takes hat-trick as West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup
He grabbed a sensational four wickets in five balls in the 17th over












































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