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Ancient wisdom and China's national power
These latest messages out of the Chinese capital should not be surprising at all
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Fifty shades of saffron
There is an opioid epidemic in US. Millions use fentanyl illicitly, tens of thousands die annually due to overdose
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Child nutrition in Sindh — progress, policy and path ahead
Statistical snapshot on IYCF in Sindh (2018-19) reveals critical gaps in early childhood nutrition practices
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Growing GBV
Treatment of women in our society remains a deep-seated ailment that pervades across all social classes
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Population growth concerns
Religious leaders opposed to family planning need to be silenced
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Dysfunctional tribunals
The electoral watchdog is primarily responsible for this ultra vires modus operandi
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Rethinking Russia-SA ties in global and African context
Conference emphasised shared intention of Russia, South Africa to strengthen mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation
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Punjab introduces drones for enhanced emergency response capabilities
Civil defence department showcases high-lift drones, bomb disposal robots
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Sindh MPAs award themselves hefty pay increase
Assembly passes bills on salary hike, education reforms, and anti-terrorism measures
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Tesla to streamline its AI chip design work, Musk says
Musk says Tesla’s AI5, AI6 and future chips will excel at inference, be decent at training, with all focus on them
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Authorities seal 10 'beauty clinics' in Karachi's DHA
Facilities were offering sensitive procedures without registered dermatologists on their panels
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At least 30 injured after train derails in southern Iran
Iran’s railway says rescue teams arrived promptly and all passengers safely evacuated after Kerman train derailment
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At least 10 dead, 33 missing after flash floods in China’s Gansu province
Heavy rains trapped 4,000 in Xinglong mountains and pushed garbage onto roads, CCTV reported Friday
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SHC extends injunction on K-Electric CEO's removal
Ombudsman says Moonis Alvi's petition inadmissible due to pending SC case; both sides submit written replies
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ECP directs political parties to submit financial statements by August 29
Statements must outline party’s annual income, expenditure, sources of funds, including audit report by a CA
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Airspace closure delays flights at Islamabad airport
FIA processes immigration of 2,847 passengers in three hours through swift measures, says spokesperson
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Rawalpindi loses another landmark as Nishat Cinema demolished after 75 years
Built in 1950, during the golden era of Lollywood, it primarily showcased Punjabi films
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Govt approves pension hike for post-July 2025 retirees
Finance ministry confirms all federal pensioners will receive pension increase on equal footing
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Sindh schools to remain closed from August 14 to 17
Sindh education department declares holiday on August 15 for Chehlum
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JD Vance rules out US recognition of Palestinian state
Vance says US and UK share goals in Gaza despite differences, speaking before talks with UK foreign secretary Lammy
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PM condemns Israel’s plan to seize Gaza as 'illegal, illegitimate'
Shehbaz says expansion of military operations will only worsen humanitarian crisis, derail any prospects for peace
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PSX pauses at 145k after seven-week rally
KSE-100 index falls modestly by 264 points on dip in SBP reserves
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India halts US arms talks after Trump tariffs strain ties
India paused plans to buy Stryker vehicles, Javelin missiles and Boeing aircraft, officials said
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Security forces kill 33 terrorists attempting to infiltrate from Afghan border
PM lauds forces for successful operation, reaffirms commitment to eliminate all forms of terrorism from country
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Global outcry as Israel moves to take control of Gaza City
Germany, Saudi Arabia, and the UN condemned Israel's Gaza takeover plan, citing rights and humanitarian concerns
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Empowering the diaspora: How Bank AL Habib’s Roshan Digital Account fuels overseas Pakistani investment
Invest in Pakistan with security, ease, and flexibility with Bank AL Habib's Roshan Digital Account
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Sanam Jung opens up about the challenges of raising children outside of Pakistan
Actor-host gets candid about what life is like when her husband is away for work
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ECP notifies Mishal Yousafzai as Senator
PTI legislator wins on reserved K-P seat vacated by fellow party member Sania Nishtar
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Mobile data services suspended in Balochistan over 'security concerns'
Services disrupted for over three weeks amid surge in separatist attacks
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NA removes three PTI leaders from key parliamentary posts
House to nominate new opposition leader to replace Omar Ayub
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Police identify eight prime suspects in SC lawyer Khawaja Shamsul Islam's murder case
Arrest warrants issued for perpetrators behind targeted killing
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OpenAI launches ChatGPT5
New model adds test-time compute for tougher queries, 'vibe coding'
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Neurologist Dr Nadir Ali Syed, Parkinson's treatment pioneer in Pakistan, passes away
Funeral tentatively scheduled for Sunday as family awaited from outside Pakistan
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PRL to buy Nigerian Bonny Light oil
Refinery makes first such purchase amid shift towards cheaper options
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Record-setting rally continues at PSX
KSE-100 index adds 559 points as govt softens tax enforcement drive
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Self-meter reading app users rise to 1m
Initiative cuts power sector losses by Rs191b, prevents over-billing
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Panel proposes corporate tax cut, refund in 72 hours
Industrial Policy Committees suggest slashing tax rate to 26% in 3 years; call for export-friendly measures
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Pakistan risks losing investors: GSMA
IT minister skips key summit as GSMA flags high taxes, low spectrum access
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Cabinet exempts import of unregistered drugs
Allows import of essential medicines for use in hospitals, institutions only
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SBP reserves fall $72m on debt repayments
Total deposits stand at $19.5b; gold soars Rs2,900/tola
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ECNEC approves Rs1.5tr for 27 projects
Approvals in just 2-hour meeting raise questions over scrutiny, IMF compliance
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Global warming wreaks havoc
As in June, July showed a slight dip compared to the preceding two years
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Netanyahu eyes Gaza takeover
Says wants to control and not govern territory
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China conducts first moon lander test
Development comes as Beijing pushes for manned mission by 2030
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NEPRA rolls out new regulations abolishing net metering
Buyback rate for solar net generation likely to be reduced to Rs11 per unit; contract period reduced from 7 to 5 years
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Senate adopts resolution demanding judicial probe of Islamabad suicide attack
Lawmakers begin NA, Senate sessions with prayers for those killed in the Islamabad blast
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Massive fire engulfs textile factory in Rawalpindi’s Rawat Industrial Estate
Over 45 Rescue 1122 personnel with 13 vehicles battle large-scale blaze; cause unknown
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'Talks ongoing between ICC and Bangladesh,' Mohsin Naqvi says on T20 World Cup issue
Says not appropriate for him to comment yet, waiting for more information himself
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Walee group buys PSL Multan franchise for record fee of Rs2.45b
Walee group owner renames the franchise to Rawalpindi
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Pakistan, South Africa women T20I series to begin on Tuesday
This is their first tour for a bilateral series since 2021
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Khawaja Asif blames Gulf visa restrictions on begging mafia
Alleges that staff from various government departments deployed at airports are equal partners in illicit business
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KSE-100 drops 1,789 points amid lingering uncertainties and weak sentiment
Stocks extend losses as selling pressure persists
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German envoy confronted at Lahore rights conference by pro-Palestine protester over Gaza conflict
Ambassador Ina Lepel was interrupted in a session on disability rights and did not answer questions on Gaza
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PM announces $1 billion investment in AI by 2030
Investment will go a long way in building the country's AI ecosystem, he says at opening ceremony of Indus AI week
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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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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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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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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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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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Pakistan’s Alpine Club seeks to boost mountaineering tourism
Khan outlined plans to improve modern infrastructure for domestic and international climbers
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Malinin keeps USA golden in Olympic figure skating team event
Japan finished one point behind in silver, while host nation Italy claimed bronze
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Liverpool improvement not reflected in results, says Slot
The English champions have won just one of their seven Premier League games in 2026
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Man City fight back to end Anfield hoodoo and reel in Arsenal
Haaland’s stoppage-time penalty seals a dramatic 2-1 win against Liverpool
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Real Madrid edge Valencia to stay on Barca's tail
Carreras’ first-half brilliance and Mbappe’s stoppage-time goal secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory for their side
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PSG trounce Marseille to move back top of Ligue 1
Brace from Dembele and late goals from Kvaratskhelia and Lee Kang-in secure PSG’s 5-0 victory over Marseille
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Dimarco helps Inter to eight-point lead in Serie A
Juventus were held 2-2 by Lazio after a late equaliser from Pierre Kalulu
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Scotland spoil Italy's T20 World Cup debut with big win
Tournament debutants suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland
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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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