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S&P upgrades Pakistan’s credit rating to 'B negative'
This move comes due to the implementation of reforms and the abating risks of sovereign default
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Punjab records highest death toll in monsoon-related incidents, NDMA confirms
Since onset of season in late June, total of 266 people have died and 628 have been injured nationwide
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Locally designed PNS Sahiwal launched at Karachi shipyard
Gun Boat developed under Navy’s indigenisation policy, designed by Navy’s Platform Design Wing to boost self-reliance
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Army major, soldier martyred during Mastung IBO
During intense exchange of fire, three terrorists belonging to Indian proxy 'Fitna al Hindustan' were killed: ISPR
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UBG chief urges SBP to cut interest rate to 6%
Prevailing interest rate of 11% disproportionately high given average inflation hovering around 4%, says S M Tanveer
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Profit-taking pulls PSX down after strong opening
KSE-100 index falls 562 points as investors exercise caution over futures rollover
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Another tri-series on cards involving Pakistan
The series is likely to be played ahead of the T20 World Cup next year
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US to impose $250 visa fee for foreign nationals
New charge applicable for nearly all international visitors on non-immigrant visa
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BYD to begin EV assembly in Pakistan by mid-2026
BYD, Mega Motor joint plant near Karachi has been under development since April
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Karan Aujla spots Pakistan flag at concert, says ‘We are one nation, one blood’
Singer gives shoutout to Pakistani fan in overseas concert
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I was missing the squirrel: James Gunn on the ‘Superman’ moment he fought to keep
Director reveals test screen audience did not enjoy the superhero’s furry rescue scene
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Taliban committing 'rights violations' against Afghan returnees: UN
Over 1.9m Afghans returned in 2025 amid mass deportation from Iran, Pakistan
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Komal Meer’s changing face isn’t the problem, our obsession with it is
In a new interview, the actor responds to the scrutiny sparked by recent clips of her appearance.
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Retired colonel's body found, search for daughter swept away in Islamabad floods continues
PMD forecasts rain, wind, heavy thundershowers in K-P, Punjab, other regions
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PM Shehbaz hails World Bank position on IWT
In talks with Ousmane Dione, Shehbaz stressed peaceful progress
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I have a bittersweet relationship with social media: Aashir Wajahat
Actor talks internet trolls, film career and what he has learned
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I am being harassed in my own home: Bollywood actor Tanushree Dutta breaks down in disturbing video
Former actor details years of harassment, abuse in a now viral video
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Thai F‑16 strikes Cambodian military target
Foreign ministry says Cambodian troops fired 'heavy artillery' on Thai military base
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Russian aircraft goes missing with nearly 50 aboard
Airline vanishes from radar near Tynda, close to China border
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Wildlife Rangers recover captive bear, halt boar hunt in Punjab
Wildlife Department confirms 13 rescued bears now safe in secure facilities
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Columbia University, Trump reach $200m settlement
Trump admin cut $400M funding to Columbia over its handling of last year's protests
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Pakistan hails ICJ advisory on states' climate obligations
ICJ says climate treaties do not override broader environmental obligations
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International media organisations raise alarm as journalists in Gaza face starvation
Over 110 Palestinians starved to death in besieged enclave, say medics
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UK launches first sanctions to deter migrant crossings
A landmark moment in the government's work to tackle organised immigration crime
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Families received wrong remains of Air India crash victims
Several people on the ground also died while only one passenger survived the crash
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Taliban say detained British couple receiving medical care
They are being provided with medical care. They are in occasional contact with their families
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Iran agrees to visit by IAEA team
Tehran denies seeking a nuclear weapon and says its nuclear programme is solely meant for civilian purposes
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Russia, Ukraine begin talks in Istanbul
Development comes as clock ticks on Trump ultimatum
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KSA to invest $5bin Syria
The announced investments, include real estate, infrastructure, IT, transportation, tourism, energy, trade and more
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Trump announces 'massive' Japan trade deal
US has now secured five agreements
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At UNSC, Pak diplomat hits back at India
India must change its behaviour and comply with its international legal obligations on all counts
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CJCSC attends IDEF-2025
Discussions were held on bilateral military cooperation, expanding cooperation in the fields of defence and security
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IHC judge defies bench on appeals transfer
Says division bench's order violated Article 175(2)
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Starvation grips Gaza as food crisis deepens
Pakistan calls for unrestricted humanitarian access
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ATC fast-tracks PTI protest case hearings
Judge's leave cancelled; Imran, Bushra, Aleema among accused; warrants out for Alvi, Gandapur
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Pakistan, Bangladesh agree to relax visa rules
Visa-free entry allowed for diplomats, officials
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Climate change is an 'existential threat': ICJ
World's top court ruling paves way for climate reparations
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Flash floods batter K-P, G-B; 18 more killed
Babusar floods leave several still missing; G-B urges tourists to postpone travel; Urban flooding, landslides feared
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Gold up Rs3,700/tola despite global dip
Silver nears 14-year high in international market; rupee gains 21 paisa
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PSX retreats as investors lock in profits
KSE-100 index gives up early gains, loses 165 points at close
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Tobacco exports likely to fetch $150m this year
PTC clarified that the advance federal excise duty (FED), set at Rs390 per kg
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10,000 import declarations tampered due to WeBOC 'glitch'
PSW chief says technical flaw allowed changes to goods declarations since 2015; FIRs recommended against culprits
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Retail sector pays extra Rs455b
PM Office reports additional revenue; FBR's loose definition of retail clouds claims
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K-IV project hits 63% completion
The project team briefed the minister on site-wise progress and timelines
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Pakistan, Afghanistan strike trade deal
Agree to reduce tariffs on different products up to 22%
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Vanaspati manufacturers threaten closure over tax
Ghee, oil industry gives 48-hour deadline, citing harassment, and stalled refunds
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Haleon invests $12m in Panadol
New facility in Jamshoro to boost output to 8b tablets; CEO stresses need for long-term economic policy
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Policy reversal hits solar transition
Net metering cuts spark backlash as govt shifts burden to solar users
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Paret-Peintre lands first TdF stage
He became first French winner in this year's race
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Saudi's Al Hilal become dual champions
The Saudi club beat Al Merrikh 4-0 in the Elite League
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Pakistan open to Gaza stabilisation force: Rubio
No definitive commitment yet, US ‘very grateful to Pakistan’ for the offer, says US Secretary of State
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Pakistan summons Afghan envoy, issues demarche over North Waziristan attack
Islamabad demands full investigation and decisive action against perpetrators and facilitators of terrorist attacks
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JI stages sit-ins at 13 points across Karachi against poor governance
Strongly criticises PPP govt on killing of people by heavy traffic, street criminals, and people falling in manholes
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K-P cabinet approves Rs31b security boost
CTD, Special Branch get funds as govt hits out at Centre over non-release of NFC funds
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PHC dismisses PTI MNA's petition
Lifts stay order; ECP can proceed against Sohail Sultan
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Maid torture suspect claims false allegations, calls video misleading
Nauman denies assaulting Yasmeen Bibi, alleges conspiracy and partial video manipulation
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K-P govt must cooperate to avoid governor’s rule, says Kundi
Rules out the possibility of talks with groups who have taken up arms against the state
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29,000 dog bite cases, 19 deaths from rabies reported in Karachi during 2025
Negligence on part of authorities, people feeding stray dogs main reasons behind rising cases
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PM hails anti-smuggling drive as crackdown on petroleum lifts revenue by 82%
Directs FBR to intensify action against tax evasion and illicit trade
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President Zardari to take official visit to Iraq from Dec 20-24
During his visit, the president will hold meetings with Iraqi leadership, review full spectrum of bilateral relations
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Uproar in Senate panel as Aleem Khan and Palwasha Khan trade barbs
Video of the verbal slugfest is making the rounds on social media, showing both of them yelling at each other
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Dar accuses India of violating IWT as Chenab levels fall
Indus Water Commissioner reports sharp drop in Chenab levels, flow stood at just 1,800 cusecs on Dec 16 recorded data
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BIPP flags climate risks as real economic threat
Report highlights governance gaps, experts urge public-private collaboration
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US crypto industry cheers 2025 wins
SEC's decision to rescind stringent crypto rules, dismiss lawsuits among their biggest victories
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PSX nears 172k on funds buying
Record rally pushes index up by 1,647 points following better C/A data, yield cut
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Chaman Chamber seeks incentives for industries
Urges federal govt to develop infrastructure, offer duty and tax concession
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Ministry urged to waive port charges
KCCI seeks relief on demurrage as cargo remains stuck for 10 days
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Pakistan advances cashless economy with focus on digital banks, financial inclusion
Aurangzeb meets Ant International, Easypaisa delegation on rails and government payments in cashless drive
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World Bank urges Pakistan to reform gas sector, split utilities for debt control
Asks Pakistan to develop road map to bring efficiency, cut losses in gas sector
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Pakistan's foreign reserves reach $21.09b, boosted by IMF inflows
Total liquid reserves rise with $1.3b increase, strengthening import cover to 2.62 months, as gold prices also climb
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Pakistan, China advance talks on $2.2b industrial complex at Port Qasim
Project focuses on shipbuilding and shipbreaking facilities, plus modern steel mill integrated with port operations
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PM seeks post IMF exit strategy
Iqbal warns country may slip into another programme without surge in exports
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PSX falls 133 points in choppy trading
Lacks clear direction amid consolidation, though macro indicators improve
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Government asks ADB for power debt support
Leghari seeks financing for reforms as Cheema presses for continued backing of ML-1 project
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Chinese fintech eyes SMEs, digital finance
Minister for Board of Investment reaffirms that Pakistan and China remain iron-clad friends
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PSO seeks tax zero-rating to prevent refund buildup
FBR owes Rs54b in sales tax refunds; state oil firm urges govt to intervene
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Economic risks remain high despite policy calm
Industry leaders point to vulnerabilities stemming from geopolitical tensions, unresolved local issues
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US sanctions two more ICC judges over Israel probe
The sanctions ban the judges from entering the United States
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Zelensky urges EU to seize Russian assets
At this stage, the guarantees offered by the Commission remain insufficient
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Pakistan and Australia to boost trade, cooperation, collective action against terrorism
PM Shehbaz, Australian High Commissioner Tim Kane discuss coordination in agriculture, livestock, mining
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Democrats release several new images from Epstein estate
Microsoft founder Bill Gates, political activist Noam Chomsky, are also pictured in the latest images
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US Homeland Security chief pauses green card lottery programme
Says it was used by Brown University shooting suspect
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Assassination of student leader Osman Hadi leads to protests across Bangladesh
Unrest in cities escalates after assassination, fears of further violence ahead of the national elections
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Britain sanctions Russia’s energy firms
The government targeted 24 individuals and entities
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Protests in Bangladesh as India cites security concerns
Ties have been frosty since ex-PM Sheikh Hasina fled to India after a student-led uprising
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Australia PM vows to stamp out hatred
Nation mourns youngest Bondi Beach victim
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Brazil may delay EU-Mercosur deal amid Brussels protests
Tensions boiled over in Brussels after a mostly peaceful protest involving at least 7,000 farmers
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Bondi attack resurrects spectre of Abu Sayyaf Group
Father-son duo of Indian origin ‘received military-style training’ in Philippines
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WADA flags India as world’s leading sports drug offender again
India’s NADA found 260 positives from 7,113 samples in 2024, WADA said in its annual report
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Saudi, French and US officials push Hezbollah disarmament plan
Fearing a ceasefire collapse, Paris talks sought stronger ways to verify disarmament and curb escalation
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US announces $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever
The package includes HIMARS, howitzers, Javelins, Altius drones and spare parts, Taiwan said
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Australia vows new hate laws as youngest Bondi Beach shooting victim laid to rest
Prime Minister Albanese pledges crackdown on hate speech and radicalisation
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal











































































































