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Drinks, junk food taxes under review
Health body pushes for high levies on beverages, FED on processed food to curb diseases
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Gold up Rs4,000 as dollar dips
Bullion rallies globally on US rating downgrade; rupee loses 11 paisa to 281.77/$
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Govt to develop national GI protection strategy
Commerce minister unveils plans to establish dedicated registry, says 200 products have already been identified
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Repatriation jumps 115% YoY in April
Soars to $121.5m, down 23.1% MoM; hits $1.83b in 10MFY25
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Kurram peace restored: 979 bunkers dismantled
He emphasized that the main source of tension between the two sides was the presence of bunkers and weapons.
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Govt struggles to douse wild fire in Jabban Dargai
Pir Musawir Khan also praised the efforts of the Forest Department, Rescue 1122 teams.
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PPP to launch 'Save Province' movement
Party to hold a protest rally in Peshawar on May 26
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K-P misses 1m school enrolment target
Campaign extended to May 31 amid efforts to enroll 4.9m out-of-school children
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Mining test samples illegally sent abroad
PAC told firm exported 413 tons minerals under pretext of pilot project
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Court confirms asset freezing of officials
Court informed accused Mumtaz Khan, Muhammad Riaz involved in multi-billion ruppee Kohistan financial scandal
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Talha Stuns Abdullah in Federal Cup
He pulled off the biggest upset of the opening day of the National Ranking Tennis Championships
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Peshawar owner hints at 'major changes'
They crashed out from the tournament following defeat against Lahore
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Juve beat Udinese to boost UCL qualification hopes
They secured a 2-0 victory at home to move ahead of AS Roma
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Real Madrid beat nine-man Sevilla
Mbappe and Bellingham were on target in 2-0 victory
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More misery for Messi and Miami
They suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to Orlando City
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Qasim backs Shan as Test captain
The PCB officials considering new Test captain for Pakistan
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Lahore confirm Sikandar Raza replacement
The all-rounder left the squad to play one-off Test against England
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Alcaraz storms to Italian Open title
He sealed a 7-6(5) 6-1 victory over Sinner
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Ind denies reports of AC withdrawal
ACC has yet to issue an official response to the reported developments
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Sindoor, sexism and symbolism
The equality stance often turns out to be nothing more than a rehearsed political script.
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Modi's two-front war
Pakistan must approach the World Bank and the International Court of Justice to expose New Delhi's violation of IWT
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The Butcher and the Ballot
No investigation, no verification, only accusation, then escalation.
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Daredevil feat
This is putting life in danger for a national honour – daredevilry in every sense of the word.
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Lagging development
If the Sindh government is serious about development, it must commit to better planning.
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Water stakes
This methodical madness is in need of being checked instantly.
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The burden of generations
Very few speeches are genuinely good, some are bizarre and cringy, and most are predictable.
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Television can change hearts'
Sheema Kermani wants Pakistani dramas to do better
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Jenna Ortega channels Carrie Bradshaw in red carpet look
Actor dons iconic newspaper print dress
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Alyana reveals mother Sarah Khan's pregnancy
Family shared news in YouTube vlog
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Kidman wants more women directors
Hollywood star rues lack of female representation at Cannes
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Elton John slams UK copyright law proposal
Pop star accused government of robbing artists
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Bushra Ansari feels no need to lie about her age
Actor talks turning 69 with pride
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Jane Austen has never wrecked anyone's life
As Laura Piani's film illustrates, Austen adaptations are the gift that keeps on giving
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Netflix expands into kids gaming with Peppa Pig and Sesame Street
Netflix boosts kids gaming with Peppa Pig, Sesame Street, and original IP plans to grow its family-friendly platform.
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Chery to set up EV charging stations across Sindh
Chinese investors have also assured full cooperation on solar energy projects in rural areas of Sindh.
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Skai Jackson files for restraining order against baby's father Deondre Burgin over alleged abuse
Skai Jackson seeks protection from Deondre Burgin after claiming he attacked her while holding their baby.
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Diddy trial: defense presses Dawn Richard over inconsistent statements in abuse testimony
Dawn Richard testifies about Sean Combs’ alleged abuse of Cassie but faces scrutiny for conflicting past statements.
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Indian retailers boycott Turkish products over Turkiye's support for Pakistan
Erdogan expressed solidarity with Pakistan after India conducted military strikes in response to an attack in IIOJK.
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Putin says Russia ready to work with Ukraine on peace accord after call with Trump
Russian president thanks Trump for supporting the resumption of direct talks between Moscow and Kyiv
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UK, France, Canada condemn Israel’s Gaza offensive, displacement threats
22 countries demand Israel restore full aid to Gaza, warning of starvation risk to its population.
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US imposes visa bans on Indian travel agents over illegal migration links
Trump’s crackdown targets Indian travel agents amid wider push to deport undocumented immigrants
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Axl Rose’s Stage Wipeouts Featured in Guns N’ Roses’ Humorous Instagram Compilation
Guns N’ Roses share compilation of Axl Rose’s stage falls, featuring decades of mishaps.
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Deadline extended for PM’s youth laptop scheme
The initiative, now in its fourth phase, is being hailed as symbol of hope, strategic investment in Pakistan’s future
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Fazlur Rehman warns of protests over underage marriage ban bill
JUI-F chief criticises the timing of the bill, arguing that the country needs unity and solidarity, not controversy.
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Indian naval forces dared not face Pakistan Navy after land, air setback: PM
Naval forces were fully prepared to launch operation akin to Dwarka but Indian Navy avoided confrontation: Sharif
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Trump says call with Putin went well, ceasefire talks with Kyiv to begin 'immediately'
Earlier, VP JD Vance said US may exit peace process, declaring Ukraine war is not America's fight.
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Sindh declares May 28 public holiday to mark Youm-e-Takbeer
Notification issued by provincial administration confirms closure of all govt, private institutions across province.
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Trump targets Beyoncé, Springsteen, Oprah in Truth Social outburst, plans for major investigation
Trump demands probe into celebrities allegedly paid to support Kamala Harris during 2024 election campaign rallies.
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Two million facing starvation in Gaza, warns WHO chief
Netanyahu says limited Gaza aid aims to prevent famine for “diplomatic reasons” amid growing international pressure
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SBP launches 'Go Cashless' campaign ahead of Eidul Adha
To support the initiative, SBP has temporarily increased transaction limits from May 19 to June 15
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Global condolences pour in as floods devastate Pakistan
Saudi Arabia, Iran, Russia & Kuwait express condolences, solidarity with Pakistan after deadly monsoon floods
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Curfew imposed in parts of Bajaur amid anti-terror operation
Curfew imposed in 24 localities of Mamond tehsil; in effect from August 16 to 5 pm on August 21
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K-P appoints focal persons to monitor flood-hit areas
Seeks report on damaged hospitals, health facilities
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JUI-F’s Mufti Kifayatullah injured, children killed in domestic shooting
Incident occurred in Batkhela tehsil, where cleric’s son allegedly opened fire at the family home
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Only applicants with Sindh domicile eligible: SPSC
Secretary warns that legal action would be taken against those circulating false claims
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Chilling WhatsApp message surfaces in children's murder case in Karachi
According to police, woman exchanged messages with her ex-husband before murdering her son, daughter
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CM Gandapur releases Rs3b for flood relief in K-P
Govt allocates Rs1.5b each to PDMA, communications dept and an additional Rs500m for victim compensation
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New bill 'targets' online obscenity
Entails penalties ranging from Rs100,000 to Rs1 billion
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SC urges transformative overhaul to curb delays
Matter then reached the SC in 2022 and is being addressed now, three years later, in 2025
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PDMA warns of heavy rains, flash flood risk in Punjab
Citizens advised to take precautions, keep children away from rivers, streams, low-lying areas
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Deadly deluge devastates K-P
Over 200 perish in lightning hits, flash floods; Buner dist worst-hit; Centre, Army mobilise resources for rescue
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India I-Day: Black Day observed in AJK
Authorities, fearing large-scale demonstrations in support of Pakistan and against Indian rule
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Bird strikes threaten aviation safety
Buildings, meat sellers and dumping sites near Lahore airport attracting birds, planes are at risk of accidents
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Pak-US joint strike on the drug trade
Two countries agree to boost Intel sharing on terrorism
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Senate reaffirms resolve to uphold democracy
The resolution moved by Federal Minister for Law Azam Nazeer Tarar in connection with Independence Day
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Industrial activity shrinks 3.67% in June
LSM contracts 0.74% in FY25 on cement, steel, machinery but QIM grows 4.14% YoY
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Gold prices continue downward trend
Price of 10 grams of gold fell by Rs771
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Pakistan, US vow to boost trade, investment
Finance minister says economy is improving; Moody's upgrade signals reform success
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PSX ends flat below 146.5k on profit-taking
Index slips 38 points amid SOE concerns, IMF review uncertainty
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Reserves edge up, rupee gains for 4th week
SBP holdings rise $11m; Rs12tr injected into banking system
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'Another tough year as FBR targets existing taxpayers'
Business leaders warn narrow tax base, high energy costs, and IMF-driven revenue targets threaten industrial survival
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Govt rejects lower gas tariff plea
Makes decision while reviewing case seeking tariff relief for export-focused sectors
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Pakistan demands equal green financing
Malik warned that the poorest countries are being left behind in the fight against environmental degradation
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Oil and gas output hits 20-year low
Hydrocarbon production slumps 12% in FY25 deepening energy security fears; gas down 8% on surplus LNG, policy shifts
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Japan seeks investment incentives for automakers
Also eyes cooperation in IT sector, wants to diversify markets
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Annual SPI spikes 2.21% led by gas, sugar
Weekly inflation rises 0.31% on surge in tomato, chicken prices
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Diesel price slashed, petrol stays unchanged
Govt cuts HSD by Rs12.84 per litre, kerosene by Rs7.19 per litre
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GSP Plus talks planned with EU, Senate informed
Kamal says tariffs lowered to facilitate imports
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US trip likely for Roosevelt advisers
Govt allocates Rs3m for 2-person delegation visit; ZTBL privatisation deal also signed
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PSX pauses below 147,000
8-week winning streak intact; caution ahead of weekend keeps market range-bound
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Chinese FM to visit India to resolve border dispute on Monday
This is only the second such meeting since a deadly clash in 2020 between Indian and Chinese troops at the border
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Zelenskiy to visit Washington after Trump-Putin talks yield no result on Ukraine
Ukrainian president says Trump invited him during a phone call that lasted more than an hour and a half on Saturday
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Trump urges Ukraine to ‘make a deal’ after talks with Putin end without agreement
Three hour Alaska talks yield no truce, Zelenskiy open to trilateral meeting
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31 Arab, Islamic states denounce Netanyahu’s ‘Greater Israel’ plan
Israel has killed at least 1,760 people seeking aid in Gaza since May: UN
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Ukraine peace at stake as Trump hosts Putin
High-stake summit held in Alaska as war rages on
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Lebanon 'will have no life if state moves against Hezbollah'
Israel has dealt Hezbollah heavy blows in the last two years, killing many of its top brass
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Russia readying nuclear-powered cruise missile test
The Russian defense ministry, the Pentagon and the CIA declined to comment for that report
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'Missing' Chinese diplomat reappears
Chinese authorities questioned Sun around the same time they questioned Liu Jianchao
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German govt sued over Afghan DPs
The cases relate to a government scheme set up under former German chancellor Olaf Scholz
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Israel, South Sudan discuss Gaza relocation
Palestinian leaders reject 'another Nakba'
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Outrage as Israeli minister seen taunting jailed Palestinian leader
The Palestinian Authority described Ben-Gvir's remarks as a "direct threat" to the 66-year-old
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India plans new defence system
Modi vows to protect farmers, cut tax amid Trump tariff tensions
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One killed, several injured after train derails in Denmark
Of 95 on board, one died and several were injured, with two airlifted, Southern Jutland police said
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Russia testing new nuclear-powered cruise missile, claims Ukraine
The 9M730 Burevestnik has only two partial successes out of 13 known tests, says Nuclear Threat Initiative
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TikToker arrested in honey trap case in Karachi
Suspects uses family’s women as shield; attacks cops with a meat cleaver
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Sky's the limit for Duplantis ahead of WAC
He targets World Championship glory with focus on performance over numbers
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'Obsessed' Sesko will star for Man Utd: Amorim
Sesko joined United from RB Leipzig in a deal worth up to £73.7 million
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Sinner swamps Auger-Aliassime in Cincy
World number one cruises to a 6-0, 6-2 victory against the Canadian
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Traditional sports celebrated
The Council launches initiatives to train female coaches, referees, and community leaders
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Teams barred from Tour de Romandie
They are affected due to a row over UCI's GPS trackers
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Frank urges fans to back Tel after racist abuse
Tel endured taunts following a missed penalty in the shoot-out defeat against PSG
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Naseem Shah leads Patriots to victory
They win the opener against Falcons in CPL
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Heavy payments to Pak cricketers questioned
The players are also criticised for poor performance
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Pak beat BD A in Top End T20 opener
Nafay, Yasir, and Samad score half centuries in a win by 79 runs
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Olympian Sabrina returns to Austria after successfully completing Karachi to K2 mission
The former two-time European Champion on Judo for Peace expedition
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Pak taekwondo athletes grab medals at Kazakhstan Open
Noman Khan and Hamza Omer took the bronze medals in -63 kg and +83 kg events, respectively
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'Obsessed' Sesko will star for Man Utd: Amorim
Sesko joined United from RB Leipzig in a deal worth up to £73.7 million
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Teams disqualified from Women's Tour de Romandie
They are affected due to a row over UCI's GPS trackers
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Lyles hints at hitting Olympic form before Thompson re-match
Sprint rivals meet for first time since Paris thriller
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Liverpool target Isak controls his Newcastle future: Howe
The 25-year-old Sweden international is training away from rest of the squad