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Venezuela oil industry in focus after US military action
World's largest reserves contrast with collapsing output, export constraints as experts warn of Iraq, Libya precedents
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Year-opening buying lifts PSX to peak
KSE-100 index surges 4% WoW, or 6,634 points, in strong start to 2026
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PRA revenue rises 35% in first half of this year
PRA collected Rs149.5 billion in total revenue, compared with Rs112.1 billion collected last fiscal year
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Rs3.5m loan cap limits housing scheme appeal
Banks see weak uptake as urban property prices outpace financing
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New Basmati variety sets record for longest grain
RRI-developed grain measures 9.66mm, offers higher yields; exporters see potential in premium rice markets
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Sugar mills produce 1.36m tons
Commissioner attributes improved performance to strict enforcement of laws, regulations
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Think tank challenges 3.7% growth
Notes no real production expansion; suggests enabling policies for businesses
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The Khyber pass railway — A century on
In 1925, the Khyber Pass Railway was inaugurated as a bold imperial experiment at the edge of empire.
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Fire, ash and the return of wonder
After a sequel that drifted beneath the surface, Avatar: Fire and Ash rises with urgency and fire.
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Rewriting Japan’s postwar pacifism
As Tokyo sheds postwar pacifism as US’ junior partner to leverage Taiwan against Beijing
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The long night of growing old
A haunting Argentinian film that begins inside a psychiatric ward but ends in our conscience.
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Newly formed FCC facing logistic issues
Despite notification, court still operating from IHC; FCC to take up super tax case tomorrow
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Tax cases: CJ stresses timely adjudication
Underscores commitment to reforms for timely justice
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Engineer Mirza makes revelations about Imran's life in jail
The cleric claims PTI founder appears frustrated
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President, PM vow support for visually impaired
Highlight achievements of Pakistanis on World Braille Day; say govt committed to promoting Braille literacy
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Oppression can build roads, not nations: Afridi
K-P CM says equal law for rich and poor is the foundation of nation-building
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The year of conflicts and crises ends without resolution
Peace, climate cooperation, and respect for international law remained in short supply
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Artificial Intelligence goes rogue
Crime no longer announces itself with violence, it arrives through algorithms
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How did Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get together? Thank Mama Swift
The real challenge was how to get the singer to meet the football player
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Tommy Lee Jones' daughter had arrests before her death at 34
Victoria Jones had faced arrests for drug possession and other charges
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Where history stands still
At Wagah border, white sculptures, a Partition rail scene recast Lahore's frontier past walks beside present
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Luxury goods were once built to last, but not any more
The quality of fashion items seems to be declining with the passage of time
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Physiotherapists urge regular winter exercise
Advise people of all ages to stay active during winter to prevent stiffness, muscle weakness
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Flour prices soar as bread, naan price hike looms
Red flour up by Rs1,800, fine flour by Rs2,700 per bag, bakers threaten strike
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Crackdown yields over Rs15m in fines
Nearly 1,500 inspections conducted in 2025, unsafe milk, meat destroyed
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Biryani still rules capital's food scene
From roadside stalls to fine dining, Islamabad's favourite dish remains unbeatable
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Judicial inquiry into HWSC demanded
Mehran Workers Union calls for action against 'incompetent' officials
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Students showcase AI, robotics projects
JI chief opens TechnoFest 3.0, highlighting youth talent
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Hyd roads in ruins as uplift promises go unkept
Poor maintenance, stalled constructions leave residents facing traffic chaos
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Deworming drive to target over 6m children
Media's role highlighted in protecting children's health
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Karachi Winter brings surge in respiratory, stroke cases
Experts warn of increased fatalities among the elderly and a rise in flu-related illnesses
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Doctors get brief reprieve in RTO tax drive
FBR warns healthcare, other businesses of strict action over false income declarations
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311 people murdered in Faisalabad in 2025
15,593 robberies reported, police say crime dropped compared to 2024
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JIT raids suspect's home in Teefi Butt murder case
Action taken after bail cancellation by court
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Smart meter procurement under scanner
FIA seeks record from regulators regarding LESCO tender
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K-P fast-tracks Swat Motorway Phase II
Afridi orders early start of work on flagship road projects, assures priority funding
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World Bank approves $70m for Punjab digital connectivity programme
Programme will also support investment in government computing infrastructure to strengthen institutional capacity
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SC restores female heirs’ inheritance in ancestral property after 71 years, lays burden of oral gift's proof on beneficiaries
Dispels the assumption made by lower courts that mutation constituted proof of the transaction
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PM Shehbaz orders emergency response committee, provincial preparedness ahead of monsoon
Separately, PM directs OPF to prepare roadmap for overseas Pakistanis' welfare, calls for momentum in ongoing projects
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Pakistan rebuffs India's statement on targeted strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Afghanistan
Says India has been actively aiding, sponsoring terrorist groups operating from Afghan soil against Pakistan
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Sindh govt challenges SC acquittal verdict in Baldia factory fire case
Argues that the judgment 'suffers from the defect of ignoring eyewitness, medical and other evidence'
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India warned against weaponising water
DPM, PPP chief reject Delhi's suspension of IWT; ministers vow to defend country's water rights
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Dar reviews security, logistics for OIC Women's Conference in Pakistan
Committee also discusses measures to ensure 'seamless conduct and successful hosting of Conference'
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Naqvi arrives in Saudi Arabia on official visit
Both sides to discuss collaboration in internal security, combating narcotics trafficking, institutional cooperation
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Traveller offloaded over 'illegal transit'
Recovered voice notes and chat records indicated that the passenger had planned to remain in Saudi Arabia
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Senate opp leader files privilege motion against Barakahu SHO
Motion was filed in the upper house of parliament a day after a high-level delegation of the TTAP
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Experts push 'One Health' framework
Say integrated governance is vital to tackling pandemics and health threats
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IHC reserves verdict on Imran's jail plea
Says verdicts of accountability courts do not provide for solitary confinement
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PM Shehbaz calls for urgent population planning to ease pressure on resources
Says population planning must be aligned with national development
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Gohar seeks 'conducive environment' for talks
Welcomes decision to allow Bushra Bibi's family to meet her
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Power consumers brace for tariff hike
CPPA seeks Rs0.82 increase under fuel cost adjustment
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PSX climbs 3,748 points on inflation relief, broad-based buying
KSE-100 index reaches 184,050.10; banking, energy, cement and auto stocks lead rally as rate-cut expectations grow
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Gold slides for third consecutive day in global, local markets
Price of gold per tola declines by Rs5,200
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Trump reports over $1.4 billion in income from crypto ventures
US president reports another $635 million from the sale of his Trump meme coins
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Oil prices rise as breakdown in Iran-US talks raises supply concerns
Brent futures rise 33 cents, or 0.45%, to $73.28 a barrel
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UN warns vulnerable states still at risk
Food, fuel costs to persist for 61 economies despite Strait reopening
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Investor optimism powers PSX above 180k
Index advances 1,887 points over notable buying in key sectors, falling oil prices
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Senate briefed on alternative sourcing amid turmoil
PSO details contingency measures; committee seeks accountability over Multan LPG tanker explosion
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Sindh motor insurance surges 1,374% after mandate
Policies jump to 165,064 in three months from 11,200 in March
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Uzbekistan offers tax incentives
Envoy eyes $2b trade; LCCI, Karakalpakstan region ink business cooperation MoU
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Sanghar well starts production
During production test, Chak 63-05 produced 600 barrels of bpd, 10.5m standard cubic feet of gas per day (mmscfd)
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GDP growth hits 3.7%, highest in four years
Fiscal deficit narrows, primary surplus 3.5% of GDP; remittances hit record $4.25b
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Pakistan becomes permanent olive council member
Food minister says 7m olive trees planted, production clusters expanding
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Broad money supply rises 9.5% to Rs44.3tr
Currency in circulation hits Rs12.05tr; gold down Rs4,100/tola amid 13-year quarterly low globally
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FBR misses IMF target by Rs975b
Rs15.264tr new target critical for defence, dams, fuel prices
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Investor optimism powers PSX to 1,887-point surge
Improving investor sentiment sparks broad-based buying, lifting KSE-100 index more than 1%
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China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances
Analysts say slower economic growth, demographic decline pose key challenges for world's second-largest economy
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Araghchi warns Israel of powerful response over Katz's 'death threat' against Mojtaba Khamenei
Katz says Israel can target Iran again 'if it deems it necessary' despite ongoing US efforts to pursue diplomacy
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US-Iran indirect talks in Qatar focus on release of funds, Strait of Hormuz: Iranian official
Israel could strike Iran ‘a third time’, Israeli defence minister says
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Israeli occupiers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, perform Talmudic rituals
Palestinian authorities say dozens enter holy site under protection of Israeli police
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Russia approved secret China military training at top level, sources say
Documents show Russian defence minister authorised drills involving Russian, Chinese generals
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US envoys reach Doha but Iran rules out direct talks
Tehran confirms discussion with Qatar on frozen funds
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US SC blocks move to undo birthright citizenship
US SC blocks move to undo birthright citizenship
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Hopes of finding more survivors of Venezuela earthquakes fade
Rescuers ended search at quake-hit Macuto after 40 hours as trapped mother and three children fell silent
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US Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship
Clears way for transgender sports bans, strikes down curbs on coordinated campaign spending
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India's Cockroach party seeking education minister's ouster awaits cabinet reshuffle
Delhi protests grow as sources say India may reshuffle cabinet, with Education Minister Pradhan to be moved
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Fact check: Viral video does not show Norwegian footballer Haaland congratulating Israeli soldier on killing Palestinians
Haaland did call an Israeli soldier, but not to congratulate him on killing Palestinians
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Ebola outbreak could cost Africa up to $3.6b, UN says
DR Congo's Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has infected 1,307 and killed 377 since May 15, with no approved vaccine
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Manhunt launched after Monaco blast targets Ukrainian-born oligarch
Parcel bomb suspect fled on foot to France after Monday's attack, Monaco prosecutor Stephane Thibault says
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Mbappe's brace lifts France into Round of 16 of World Cup
Mbappe score his ninth goal in World Cup knockout matches, moving him ahead of Leonidas and Ronaldo
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Serena beaten on Wimbledon return
Her return was shattered by Australia's Maya Joint
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Son apologises to S Korea fans
They suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to South Africa
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Sinner avoids shock Wimbledon exit
He was pushed to the brink by Miomir Kecmanovic
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Argentina have super-fan in Czechia
A larger-than-life Messi mural adorns the back of the house
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Haaland fires Norway into last-16
He scored an 86th-minute winner against Ivory Coast
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Stokes backs Brook to succeed him
He was Stokes’s vice-captain in the New Zealand series
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Morocco set up Canada clash in last 16
They beat the Netherlands on penalties following a 1-1 draw
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Djokovic battles past Wu in 'challenging' Wimbledon first round
He secured a 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 victory
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Martinelli sends Brazil into World Cup last 16
He scored a 95th-minute winner to beat Japan 2-1
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Latham hails NZ after downing Eng
They secured a 160-run victory in the third Test and the series
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Germany dumped out by Paraguay
They were beaten 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw
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Ancelotti hopes to see more of Neymar
He has ?been working his way back to fitness from a calf injury
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West Indies beat Sri Lanka in first Test
Kemar Roach reached 300 Test wickets












































































































