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Change of guard in AJK
PPP has taken control in AJK after a no-confidence vote, raising questions over timing, governance ahead of elections
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The silence on Sudan
Pakistan’s muted response to Sudan crisis raises questions over selective empathy
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Cruise honoured with Oscar for Lifetime Achievement
LA gala also honours Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen, and Wynn Thomas
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Flag-waving act puts Talha Anjum at centre of online storm
Mixed reactions emerge from both sides after the rapper refuses to apologise
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Baldoni pushes back in Lively lawsuit
Baldoni pushes back in Lively lawsuit
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X doubles down on chat culture
New platform rollout aims to reshape how users talk, share and connect
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Paramount develops new 'Star Trek' film
John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein to write and direct a new film unconnected to past entries
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Are you listening to bots?
AI music is virtually undetectable as industry faces regulatory and economic pressures
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Abida Parveen to headline 'Sindh Sufi Music Festival'
Abida Parveen to headline 'Sindh Sufi Music Festival'
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Lok Mela celebrations set new benchmarks
Festival ends with celebration of country's cultural diversity
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ECP to hold local polls in Islamabad
Election commission rules recent changes to Islamabad Local Government Act 2015 as unconstitutional and unlawful
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Robots, AI and high-tech innovations in action at China's National Games
Robotic dogs carry javelins as other machines patrol venues, check power systems and act as torchbearers
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Govt extends deadline for second instalment of Hajj dues
Saudi Ministry of Health has issued medical guidelines setting out conditions that disqualify applicants from Hajj
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Lahore's Alhamra pays rich tribute to novelist Bapsi Sidhwa
Academics, writers gather to shed light on life and works of celebrated author
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DPM Dar leads Pakistan delegation at SCO summit in Moscow
Council of Heads of Government session also hosts leaders from Belarus, China, Central Asia, Iran, and India
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Govt to move 28th Amendment soon: Rana Sanaullah
PM's adviser says the proposed amendment would focus on local bodies, National Finance Commission and health matters
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Students association welcomes PMDC decision on MBBS, BDS attendance, passing
PMDC says revised attendance and passing rules won’t apply to MBBS and BDS students up to 2024–25 academic session
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Israel destroys Gaza’s historical palace, with over 20,000 artifacts looted
Israeli forces destroyed over 316 archaeological sites in Gaza, spanning Mamluk to Byzantine eras
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German chancellor calls for EU to become a full-fledged European defence union
Merz says Germany must take greater responsibility in the EU, urging real leadership backed by action
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From bike lanes to smart signals: Karachi’s traffic plan puts commuters first
City set for major changes as police introduce reforms to cut accidents and improve flow
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At least 18 dead in Indonesia as heavy rains spark landslides in Central Java
Cilacap landslide buried homes and left victims 3–8 metres deep, making rescue efforts difficult
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MBS visits White House to boost oil, security and high-tech cooperation
MBS makes first US trip since Khashoggi’s 2018 killing, which US intel linked to him but he denied
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Karachi Cantt Station gets makeover as PM Shehbaz inaugurates upgrades
Two new CIP lounges, three spacious waiting halls have been added among other facilities
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KSE-100 slips 248 points as late selling wipes out early gains
Overall trading volume rose to 1.2billion shares from previous session’s close of 673.4million
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KU announces 2026 evening programme admission schedule
Offers wide range of disciplines for degree, diploma, certificate courses; candidates can apply through online portal
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K-P launches province wide measles, rubella drive
Over 13,000 measles and rubella cases reported last year, says K-P health minister
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AI misuse fears grow after Anthropic reports China-linked cyber campaign
Researchers warn the incident shows how advanced models can speed up complex intrusions
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Foreign terrorist discloses 'Fitna al-Khawarij' operations, misuse of religion
Security forces continue operations against groups spreading terror, unrest in religion’s name
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Shahzeb Khanzada confronted in public, politicians, journalists condemn incident
Punjab Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb calls attack on Khanzada a reflection of mob mentality
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Tuchel lays down law to Bellingham after England star's frustration
The 22-year-old waved his arms in the air just after Kane's second goal
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Sheikh Hasina, former Bangladesh PM, sentenced to death
Hasina's Awami League is barred from contesting, raising fears Monday's verdict could trigger unrest
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Gauff-led holders USA to face Spain, Argentina at United Cup
Spain are led by Juame Munar and Jessica Bouzas Maneiro
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Hakimi, Osimhen, Salah shortlisted for top African award
Chebbak, Mssoudy and Ajibade named finalists in the women’s category
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Sinner hails 'amazing' ATP Finals triumph over Alcaraz
Italian beats world number one 7-6 (4), 7-5 to win in Turin final
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Benazir Shah targeted in deepfake, Information Minister vows action
She urges government to scrap PECA, NCCIA, begin genuine consultations to draft laws that protect journalists
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Portugal, Norway book spots at 2026 World Cup
Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves hit hat-tricks in Ronaldo’s absence
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England ready for World Cup after perfect campaign
Kane struck twice in the closing stages as The Three Lions made history in Tirana
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'Urdu rap is borderless': Talha Anjum defiant after waving Indian flag at Nepal concert
The rapper has the two nations divided over this act
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42 Umrah pilgrims feared dead in Mecca–Madinah bus crash
Bus carrying families from Hyderabad, India, crashes en route to Madinah, women, children among victims
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Dhahan Prize awards $51,000 CAD to the best in Punjabi fiction for 2025
Punjabi storytellers find new readers as the prize spotlights voices across borders
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AJK sees power shift as PPP's Faisal Rathore replaces Anwarul Haq as PM
Elected in April 2023 with 48 votes, Haq opted not to resign and instead chose to face the no-confidence vote head-on
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Justice Rozi Khan, Arshad Hussain Shah take oath as FCC judges
Constitutional Court judges Justice Aamir Farooq, Hassan Azhar Rizvi will sit on second floor
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FCC issues first cause list
Three benches of the FCC will begin hearing cases this week
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Pakistan must guard against ‘debt trap’, says US envoy
She added that Pakistan’s economic relationship with US “has always been strong, continues to progress”
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'Stepchild' treatment: K-P accuses Centre of withholding Rs3tr in dues
CM Afridi says federation owes province Rs3tr
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Children bear brunt of worsening climate crisis
With climate policy focused largely on agriculture, infrastructure, children suffering remain sidelined
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Pak-US ties based on 'sycophancy' won't last beyond Trump: Maleeha Lodhi
Maleeha said present strains in Indo-US relations are of temporary nature
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Talal Chaudhry dismisses judges' resignations as 'political', warns of more amendments
Minister scoffs at senior judges’ resignations as ‘political’
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Pakistan, India hold Colombo dialogue
Serving officials join Track 1.5 talks on crisis communication
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FM Dar announces arrival of 22 more Iranian sailors aboard vessel intercepted by US forces
Says the latest group takes the total number of Iranians repatriated through Pakistan to over 70
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Ashura observed nationwide amid tight security, calls for unity and tolerance
Snipers, drones, CNIC scanning app, mobile service suspension among security measures in place
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President, PM renew call for truth, justice on Ashura
Both leaders described the day as one of the most significant moments in Islamic history
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Pakistan proposes steps to enforce UNSC decisions
Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said UNSC resolutions were legal obligations under the UN Charter
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Pakistan, Turkiye sign three MoUs
Islamabad looks to Ankara for power reforms
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Mandatory proof required in pre-emption cases, rules SC
Date, time and place of Talb-e-Muwathibat (immediate demand) must be specifically pleaded and proved
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Turkish drilling operator recovered
Separately, authorities confirmed the recovery of the body of a senior Airports Security Force officer
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President signs Finance Act 2026-27
Implementation of the nearly Rs18.71 trillion federal budget for FY2026-27 will officially begin on July 1
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7 abducted policemen recovered
All recovered personnel returned safely to the Sararogha Police Lines, reported to be in satisfactory condition
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CJP highlights reforms at Russia forum
CJP highlights reforms at Russia forum
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Pakistan emerging as global peacemaker: Dar
Says mediation role elevated Pak diplomatic standing
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Govt lodges protest over BBC report
Rejects unverified claims in BBC Urdu's AJK coverage
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Pakistan, Iran move to boost rail, road connectivity
Agree to address transport bottlenecks, strengthen trade links
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Sentiment up but FDI still flat
73% of investors endorse Pakistan but ranking falls from 7th to 9th in regional rankings
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Pakistan-Iran trade revival faces hurdles
Failed rice export deal highlights banking, barter challenges
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Policy flaws block foreign oil storage
Repeated price revisions threaten $6b refinery investment, industry warns
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CDWP approves Rs34.7b projects
AI data centre, satellite, railway upgrade among key initiatives for ECNEC
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Growth dips to 3.1% on energy shock
Poverty rises to 21.1% as energy costs fuel inflation, warns LSE report
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Micron secures $22b in long-term chip deals
Follows SK Hynix, Samsung signing long-term supply agreements
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Dubai enlists CEOs to help secure hub status
Pledges $681m support package to revive tourism, investment and business activity
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Pakistan Rice Festival opens doors to Europe
Over 100 European importers attend as bilateral trade hits $1.94b
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Chinese investors confident in Pakistan's markets
Cross-border ETFs on horizon; SECP, NAB ink deal to crack down on illegal deposit schemes
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ECC okays Rs52b for DISCOs
Power sector gets Rs52b equity; blames delays for Rs242m renegotiated EVTL contract
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Budget impact mixed for key sectors
Super tax relief offers lifeline to exporters, while higher fuel levies cloud OMC outlook
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Tourism earned $1.15b, spent $2.4b
FPCCI report says policy, infrastructure bottlenecks blocking vast potential of sector
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Pak-Iran trade gets boost with Taftan customs station
Customs seizes smuggled goods worth Rs77m, including 21 vehicles
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Hamas says consultations continue with mediators on Gaza ceasefire implementation
Accuses Israel of major ceasefire violations, to send response on new proposals to Cairo in coming days
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Trump adviser-turned-critic John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents
Agrees to pay $2.25m fine, with half due within five days of sentencing and the full amount within 90 days
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Rescuers race to find Venezuela quake survivors as death toll nears 1,000
Missing list at nearly 50,000; emergency operation goes through night
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UAE stresses Hormuz security in rare call with Iran after war tensions
UAE Foreign minister holds 1st publicly announced call with Iranian counterpart since outbreak of war
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115 vessels, 2,500 seafarers evacuated from Strait of Hormuz: UN agency
International Maritime Organization says efforts ongoing to restart evacuation of stranded seafarers
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Small aircraft crashes into Beijing's tallest building, eyewitnesses say
Bystanders say they saw small plane crash into it, police close off roads around CITIC Tower
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New York City freezes rents for one million apartments in Mayor Mamdani victory
Mayor Mamdani appointed six of the rent board's nine members
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Iran says 'direct communication line' established with US over Hormuz to avoid military confrontation
Move aimed at implementing Article 5 of Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding
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King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace after refit, officials say
Charles will stay at nearby Clarence House; renovations budgeted to cost £369 million
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Europe's heatwave 'virtually impossible' without climate change, scientists say
Scientists assess global warming's contribution to the ongoing heatwave
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Iran deal grants access to nuclear inspectors, IAEA chief says
Iran's deputy FM said Wednesday there were no plans to grant access to inspectors
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Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and Israel
Even as the administration has emphasised unity, differing worldviews are at times rising to the surface
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Oil down 2% amid resumption of Hormuz shipments even as vessel hit near Oman
Brent crude futures fell $1.50, 1.99%, to $73.76 a barrel; US West Texas Intermediate fell $1.49,2.07%, to $70.43
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US SC sides with Trump in asylum-processing case
Case involves asylum 'metering' policy ended by Biden
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Thousands feared dead in Venezuela quakes
Death toll reaches 188; crowd-sourced website lists more than 35,000 people as unaccounted for
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England ease into T20 World Cup semis
The hosts secured a 38-run win over West Indies
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FIFA suspends Nepal over interference
The council had suspended ANFA in March 2026 for three months
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Raducanu, Draper lead British Wimbledon hopes
Fans are hoping to see them deep in the tournament
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Latham, Conway pile on the runs against England
The Black Caps were still well-placed on 361-4 at stumps
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Al-Hamadi's talent forged on streets
He will be in action against Senegal in their final Group I
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Bosnia in strong position to reach last 32
Bosnia move onto four points and are on third place in the group
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Switzerland down Canada to top Group B
They will meet one of the best third-placed sides next week
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S Africa stun S Korea to make history
Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike made the difference
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Ochoa gets perfect Azteca send-off
Brought on for the last 12 minutes with his team 2-0 up against the Czech Republic
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Vinicius sparkles as Brazil beat Scotland
He scored a brace in a comfortable 3-0 victory
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Osaka reaches Bad Homburg last eight
She breeze past Elise Mertens 6-3, 6-3
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US eases rules on Iran team for Game 3
They will face Egypt in Seattle
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Australia crush Pakistan in T20 World Cup
Perry smashed 71 from 48 balls and took two wickets
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Panama out of World Cup after defeat to Croatia
Ante Budimir's 54th-minute goal was enough to secure three points
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England left frustrated by Ghana
Both sides settled with a goalless draw in Group L






























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