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Punjab's fire response plagued by inaction, audit report shows
Lahore faces a shortage of 202 fire tenders, with no new additions made to the fleet since 2019
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Pakistan assumes chairmanship of Digital Cooperation Organisation
IT minister Shaza Fatima says Pakistan to ensure benefits of digital progress reach youth, women and member countries
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‘A safe Basant’: Lahore revives iconic kite festival after yearslong ban
Three-day festival marking the arrival of spring is set to kick off in Lahore on Friday
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Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announces special protection unit for Chinese nationals
Says safety of Chinese nationals remains Pakistan’s top priority in meeting Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong
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Indian police probe suspected suicide of 3 sisters over 'denied access' to K-pop music
Police official says family also appears to be under financial distress
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UN human rights agency in ‘survival mode’: chief
Volker Türk warned that as global rights face attack, UN human rights work is hit by severe funding gaps
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Turkiye, Saudi Arabia to deepen defence cooperation, eye joint investment in KAAN fighter jet project
Erdogan describes his meetings with Saudi Arabia and Egypt as highly productive, emphasising broader cooperation
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Spin woes, injury and poor form dog Australia
Hazlewood is the latest member of the squad to miss the tournament
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'Any aggression to be met with swift, befitting response,' CDF says in visit to Kashmir frontlines
Field Marshal Asim Munir says Kashmir will 'soon witness the dawn of freedom'
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India will travel to Colombo for Pakistan match
The development was confirmed by India captain Suryakumar Yadav
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Brook predicts record 300-plus scores at T20 World Cup
Sri Lanka's 260-6 remains the highest total in T20 World Cup
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Greenpeace slams Olympics sponsors
The activists set up a model of the Olympic rings covered in black oil
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Stepson of Norway's crown prince denies drugging alleged rape victim
Marius Borg Hoiby is charged with 38 counts and faces years in prison if convicted
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Internet services in Quetta to normalise by tonight: Balochistan govt spokesperson
Says combing operations are still underway
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Air India probes if crew followed protocols in Boeing fuel-switch incident
Britain has given Air India a week's deadline to submit a complete response, or face regulatory action
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Liverpool in 'good place' for years to come
The Reds sit sixth in the Premier League after a difficult start
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Punjab govt bans kite flying around Lahore airport on Basant
Ban imposed in accordance with recommendations of PAA to maintain aviation safety during Basant festivities
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Pakistan to seek govt nod in potential India T20 finals clash
'We are here to play good cricket and we're not bothered about the conditions,' Captain Salman Agha says
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PM Shehbaz reaffirms unwavering support for Kashmir cause, announces major development package
Unveils education and infrastructure projects
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Algerian boxer Imane Khelif says she is open to genetic testing by IOC for 2028 Olympics
'I will not surrender until I have justice because I know justice is on my side above all else,' she says
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Ukraine and Russia to swap 314 prisoners amid ongoing peace efforts
US says agreement reached during renewed negotiations in Abu Dhabi
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K-P vows full-force action to eliminate terrorism, restore stability
CM Afridi says all resources, including army and police, will be used to ensure peace
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Experts warn kite flying poses serious threat to urban birds in Lahore
Research indicates that bird injuries and fatalities linked to kite flying have occurred for decades
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Five young players to watch at the T20 World Cup
The tournament set to commence from Saturday
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India to sign trade deal with United States in March, minister says
Piyush Goyal says agreement will trigger tariff cuts, purchases worth hundreds of billions
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Man City brush aside Newcastle
They will face Arsenal in the League Cup final
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Pakistan must create 30 million jobs in a decade, World Bank president says
Ajay Banga says employment growth is vital to turn demographic pressure into dividend
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Britain to work with Microsoft to build deepfake detection system
Move follows sharp rise in deepfake content and concerns over online abuse, fraud
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Bitcoin dip brings key $70,000 level into view
Bitcoin fell 2% in early European trade, having dropped as much as 3.5% earlier during Asian session to $70,052.38
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Steve Smith becomes most expensive player in PSL history
The Australian great joined Sialkot Stallionz for the upcoming season
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Gold, silver drop on firm dollar, broad market selloff
Precious metals retreat sharply as dollar hits near two-week high, risk assets sell off
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan sign pact to boost trade to $2b within next five years; 28 MoUs, agreements inked
PM Shehbaz says Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan railway project will be a 'game changer' for the entire region
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Tanveer congratulates FPCCI on Pakistan’s first transparency survey
iTAP index seeks to provide a home-grown benchmark for governance reforms
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Ukraine and Russia resume US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi
Second day of negotiations follows what both sides described as productive discussions on ending the war
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Punjab courts to remain open during Basant holidays
CJ Neelum says normal court proceedings to take place on February 6, 7
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PMD predicts pleasant weather for Lahore during Basant celebrations
Temperatures during the festival are likely to range between 20°C and 22°C
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Nasser Hussain backs Pakistan and Bangladesh stance in T20 World Cup row
Former England captain says cricket is being harmed by growing political interference
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US Justice Department takes action after lawyer criticises immigration enforcement
US Attorney’s Office in Minnesota faced a flood of lawsuits challenging Trump-era immigration detentions
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Security forces conclude operations after terrorist attacks in Balochistan
Military says 216 terrorists killed as intelligence-based operations target Indian-sponsored networks
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Pakistan observes Kashmir Solidarity Day, leaders reaffirm support for IIOJK struggle
President, PM have reaffirmed their unwavering moral, diplomatic, political support for Kashmiri people
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Bill Gates says he regrets time spent with Jeffrey Epstein
Ex-wife Melinda says questions remain after US releases new Epstein documents
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Pakistan presses UN Security Council to designate BLA as terrorist group
Pakistan's envoy warns Afghan safe havens have emboldened BLA, TTP after Taliban takeover
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Pakistan Railways restores Quetta train services after Balochistan attacks
Services resume in phases after tracks were damaged during coordinated terrorist assaults
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US-Russia nuclear pact ends: Kremlin vows responsibility
New START treaty, which limits each side's missiles, launchers, strategic warheads, would lapse at the end of Thursday
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Iran envoy lauds Pakistan's 'continued support'
Meets PML-N president Nawaz, Punjab CM Maryam
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PM vows national response on cancer
He emphasized that the fight against cancer is not merely a medical challenge but a shared national responsibility
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'Armed Forces stand with Kashmir'
Pakistan Armed Forces strongly condemn grave violations of human rights in IIOJK
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Jordan's FM hails Pakistan's constructive role, peace efforts in call with Dar
DPM underscores Pakistan's commitment to dialogue and diplomatic engagement
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PM Shehbaz meets Nawaz, discusses Middle East situation and Pakistan's peace efforts
Informs PML-N supremo on overall situation, global oil prices and government relief measures
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Sindh CM sets deadlines for Karachi BRT Red Line, Shahrah-e-Bhutto projects
Says Bhutto Expressway will open before Eid, all Red Line mixed-traffic lanes to be completed in 2 months
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Karachi sizzles as feels-like temperature soars to 45°C
Data shows that Gulistan-e-Jauhar recorded the highest temperature in the city at 42°C
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Climate action just gained new momentum
Countries representing one-third of the world’s economy have agreed to begin planning a phase-out of fossil fuels
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Iran envoy criticises US behaviour as 'aggressive', says talks hinge on sincerity
Says Iran has shared latest proposal with US via Pakistan
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Korean Festival leaves K-pop fans disappointed
Korean Embassy event gets cancelled over unanticipated large turnout, overcrowding
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Wildlife Rangers arrest suspects over skinning of dead lion in Lahore
Wildlife officials also recover large number of stuffed animals from suspect’s residence during search operation
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President, PM reaffirm commitment to press freedom on World Press Freedom Day
President extends greetings to journalists, editors, media workers, media professionals in Pakistan, around world
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To infinity and beyond
With Chinese cooperation, Pakistan’s space ambitions have entered a historic new phase
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Bari Imam's Noorpur Shahan Bazaar razed
Over 1,000 acres reclaimed as authorities demolish shops and shrine-linked businesses
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A love story you can walk into
The Museum of Innocence is a love story trapped in memory, where obsession turns into archive
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A normal that feels different
A snowbound standoff where Western grit collides with modern mayhem
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Do we still want to read?
Reels and nonstop social media, with shrinking attention spans and overload, are pushing books to the margins
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Our solar conundrum
Is the boom in Pakistan real, or are policy gaps, rising costs, and system limits slowing the transition?
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Fibre deficit is bottleneck for 5G
Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025
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OPEC+ set to agree third oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure, sources say
Seven OPEC+ members approve 188,000 bpd hike for June but increase remains symbolic until strait reopens
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Pakistan eyes boost in rice exports to Oman
Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May
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FinMin urges banks to boost cyber defence
Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment
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Minister courts Pakistani investors
Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others
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Uzbekistan pushes for live animal imports
Both sides focused on a wide range of areas of mutual interest aimed at enhancing bilateral economic engagements
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Business leaders oppose 286% gas tariff hike
SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall
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Chinese firm flags export delays
Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement
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WTO plans 10% budget cut
US fell back into arrears and a growing number of members failed to pay their dues on time
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Dairy sector seeks tax cut from 18% to 10%
US urges Pakistani companies to invest as tax woes mount at home
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25,000MT tuna quota secured
Maritime official elected chair of IOTC committee for first time in 28 years
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NTC ensures swift dumping action
Tariff body strengthens safeguards to shield industry from unfair competition
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Credit flow weakness limits growth potential
Research cites funding remains misaligned with sectoral dynamics
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'Pay workers before sweat dries,' says minister
BISP chairperson reaffirms social protection for working-class families
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Pakistan, S Korea agree to speedily finalise CEPA
Jam Kamal assures Korean counterpart of addressing challenges faced by companies
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Iran envoy criticises US behaviour as 'aggressive', says talks hinge on sincerity
Says Iran has shared latest proposal with US via Pakistan
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Trump must choose ‘impossible’ war or ‘bad deal’ with Iran, says IRGC
Trump said US Navy was acting 'like pirates' in carrying out Washington's naval blockade of Iranian ports
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Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from Lockheed, Boeing
Deal first step in $119b plan to strengthen Israeli military readiness, defence ministry says
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Israeli military urges residents of 11 southern Lebanon towns to move to open areas
Military says it is conducting operations against Hezbollah, described as a violation of their ceasefire agreement
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KSA allows Hajj travel for children aged 12
Pakistan Hajj Mission issued a new directive, confirming that pilgrims above 12 years of age are eligible to travel
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Austria arrests baby food poisoning suspect
Arrest comes two weeks after Austrian authorities detected rat poison in baby-food jars sold in some supermarkets
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US bypasses Congress for $8.6b arms sales to ME allies
Announces approval of sales to Qatar, UAE, Kuwait and Israel
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Israel questions two Gaza flotilla activists
Israel said it had removed around 175 activists from the flotilla
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Lebanon says 13 killed in Israeli strikes in south
NNA also reported Israeli strikes and artillery fire on other south Lebanon locations, including Tyre
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US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany
NATO says working with Washington to understand decision
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Six dead as heavy rains hit Brazil
Rainfall caused flooding and landslides in the state capital, Recife and nearby areas
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Washington Hilton attack spotlights hotel industry's security problem
Allen's attack heightened a decades-old problem for the hotel industry
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Mexican governor steps aside after US accusations of cartel ties
Rocha is of the same Morena party as President Claudia Sheinbaum
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Trump likens US navy to 'pirates' over Hormuz blockade
Iran says renewed conflict with US 'possible', some ships seized by US after exiting Iranian ports, IRGC flex
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Iran says ‘ball in US court’, but ready for talks on war
IRGC announces 'new rules' over the coastline in the Gulf, Strait of Hormuz
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Kentucky Derby 2026: Mike Smith aims to become oldest winning jockey at 59
Mike Smith eyes record as oldest Kentucky Derby winner at 59 with contender So Happy at Churchill Downs
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Kostyuk claims first Madrid Open title
World number 23 beat Andreeva 6-3, 7-5
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Barcelona on verge of Liga title
Lewandowski and Torres strike late to secure a 2–1 win at Osasuna
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PSG held by Lorient
Goals from both sides end in a 2–2 draw in Paris
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Arsenal go six points clear of Man City
Arteta's side demolished Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz
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Napoli frustrate Como in Serie A stalemate
Draw helps Inter extend a nine-point lead
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Hardie’s all-round brilliance powers Zalmi to second HBL PSL title
Batting first, Kingsmen are bowled out for 129; Samad’s 48 and Hardie’s 58 seal win with 28 balls to spare
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Young fires 67 to seize PGA lead
Jordan Spieth, Alex Smalley and Nick Taylor shared second
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Paralympic champion Zanardi dies
The former Formula One driver lost both legs in an accident
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Lecce win relegates Pisa and Verona from Serie A
The victory helped them occupy the last safe space in Serie A
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Leeds beat Burnley to virtually secure EPL survival
Their 3-1 victory secured them a spot in the next season
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An Australian’s tears
Hyderabad captain Labuschagne burst into tears after qualifying for PSL 11 final
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Pistons, Raptors survive as Lakers progress in NBA playoffs
Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination against Orlando
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Sinner, Zverev reach Madrid Open final
The second seed dispatched promising Belgian Alexander Blockx 6-2, 7-5
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Norris on sprint pole as McLaren shine again
The 26-year-old Briton outpaced Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli











































































































