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DHOs censured over poor performance
DHOs who delay releasing funds to public-private partnership hospitals would be held accountable
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Late arrival of secretary irks standing committee members
Assembly members have strongly protested against the attitude.
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Doctors end strike after successful talks with govt
Following the successful talks, medical services have been restored at all hospitals,
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Govt, employees talks on pension reforms fail
Employees announce protest till the acceptance of all their demands by the provincial government
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Elon Musk drags Taylor Swift into ‘Nazi salute’ controversy after inauguration gesture
Elon Musk's controversial arm gestures at Trump’s inauguration lead to backlash, as he involves Taylor Swift in drama.
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Spotify hosts Trump inauguration brunch, makes $150,000 donation to ceremony
Spotify hosted a brunch with Joe Rogan, Ben Shapiro, and others, donating $150,000 to Trump’s second inauguration.
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'Tourism could generate $2b revenue'
FPCCI calls for strategic focus to unlock potential
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PSX ends bearish over tax law worries
Index dives 1,599 points as institutions resort to profit-selling
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Petroleum supply chain digitalised
OGRA, FBR unveil GIS-based app to identify illegal petrol pumps
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Govt to seek IMF consent for power tariff rebasing
Will share details of proposal aimed at easing financial strain on consumers
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'Corporates will ruin agriculture'
Experts warn against predatory practices, call for cooperative farming
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Faceless system clears goods declaration in just 18 hours
FCA system cuts GD clearance time to 18 hours, boosts revenue by Rs61B in December 2024.
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Regulatory discrepancy challenges soybean import
Edible oil industry seeks govt support as conflicting guidelines from DPP, EPA cause concerns
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Trade war lifts gold prices to near 3-month high
Hit Rs4,250 reaching Rs287,450/tola; rupee loses 3 paisa depreciates to 278.85/$
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WAPDA chief reviews dam refurbishment
WAPDA Chairman visits Mangla Dam, reviews Rs52.2B refurbishment project to boost power capacity.
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'Halt FBR's purchase of 1,010 cars'
Committee challenges procurement; FBR claims cars required to locate non-filers
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BTS’ J-hope unveils new song ‘LV Bag’ produced by Pharrell Williams at Louis Vuitton show
Track made its debut at the Louis Vuitton FW25 show in Paris on January 21, 2025.
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Mexico rejects US request to allow military plane deporting migrants to land
US military aircraft flew 80 migrants to Guatemala Friday, but Mexico denied permission for a C-17 landing plan
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US TikTok users alarmed by censorship after App's revival under Trump order
Users report fewer livestreams and increased removals or flags for activity violating TikTok's community guidelines
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Robert Eggers announces new werewolf horror film Werwulf set for Christmas 2026 release
Robert Eggers, director of Nosferatu and The Northman, unveils Werwulf, a werewolf horror film for Christmas 2026.
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ATC issues arrest warrants for Omar Ayub, Shibli Faraz over May 9 riots
Warrants were also issued for Fawad Chaudhry and Kanwal Shauzab after they failed to appear before the court.
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Senate orders halt on FBR’s Rs6b vehicle purchase
Senators raise concerns over the need for 1,010 vehicles amid economic strain, questioning the FBR's decision.
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Pakistan's economic revival
To complement these efforts, the government has prioritised fiscal discipline.
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The TTP conundrum — positions and solutions
The TTP conundrum requires a new approach from Afghanistan and Pakistan to resolve tensions and restore peace.
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Skills over certificates
Developed nations like Japan, Germany and China illustrate how skilled youth can drive economic prosperity.
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Untreated sewage
After a delay of seven years, construction on the S-3 project commenced in 2014.
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Kite-flying ban
The passion and enthusiasm surrounding Basant are undeniably beautiful.
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BCCI's bias
India must move on from this adamant attitude, and start treating sports in all professionalism.
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American presidential pardons
Trump and Biden's pardons spark debate over political lies, justice, and controversial actions in America.
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Two killed, including two-year-old, in Germany park knife attack
Authorities arrested a 28-year-old Afghan suspect near the crime scene shortly after the attack
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PBC Dubai aims to strengthen Pakistan-UAE economic, cultural ties
UAE is Pakistan's third-largest trading partner with foreign investment exceeding $10 billion over past two decades.
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Two dead in Nashville's Antioch High School shooting, media reports
A female student has died and the shooter then shot himself after the incident
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Pakistan, Turkiye discuss expanding job opportunities for skilled workers
Religious Affairs Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain met Turkish Ambassador Irfan Nazir Oglu in Islamabad.
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Pakistani engineer crafts replica of Tesla's Cybertruck
The vehicle cost Rs3 million to build and has already been delivered to the client, confirms the company.
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Lauren Boebert invites pardoned January 6 rioters to Capitol for guided tour
Lauren Boebert offers pardoned January 6 rioters a guided tour of the Capitol, supporting their release.
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PTI faces internal rift over Bushra Bibi’s spokesperson role
Both Musarrat Jamshed Cheema, Mishal Yousafzai laid claim to the position of Bushra Bibi's spokesperson.
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Chinese national killed in Afghanistan, ISIS claims responsibility
The Chinese national was reportedly travelling without notifying local security authorities.
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Trump pressures Putin to make Ukraine deal or face tougher measures
Trump declined to confirm if he would continue Biden's policy of sending weapons to Ukraine against Russia's invasion
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Eleven dead in Indian rail accident after panic deboarding
Officials said passengers deboarded after an alarm stop and were hit by a passing train on adjacent tracks.
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Arshdeep Singh makes history with most T20I wickets for India
The left-arm pacer achieved the feat by taking two early wickets against England in Kolkata.
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LinkedIn sued for sharing user data to train AI models
LinkedIn faces lawsuit from premium users over sharing private messages with third parties to train AI models.
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MrBeast rumored to appear in GTA 6
Fans speculate that MrBeast may appear as a parody character in GTA 6, featuring a comedic heist.
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SIFC reviews progress on key economic initiatives to boost investment
The committee emphasised the importance of close coordination among stakeholders to accelerate industrialisation.
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FIA locates suspect involved in Maryam Nawaz's edited images
Cases filed against 10, including 2 women, for sharing fake images of Maryam Nawaz with UAE president on social media.
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Pakistan aims to deepen bilateral engagement with US: Mohsin Naqvi
In meeting with US Congressmen Thomas Richard, Jack Bergman in Washington, Naqvi discussed matters of mutual interest.
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Ireland knock Pakistan out of ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup
Ireland beat Pakistan by 13 runs in a rain-affected match to advance to the Super 6 in the Women's U19 T20 World Cup.
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Shrimp farming project receives mixed reviews
Rs8.5 billion have been allocated for the shrimp farming pilot project in Punjab
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‘Bling Empire: New York’ star Lynn Ban dies weeks after skiing accident
Lynn Ban, star of ‘Bling Empire: New York,’ dies after a skiing accident and emergency brain surgery.
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Pakistan committed to combating poverty, climate issues: FinMin at Davos
The finance minister also discussed Pakistan’s 10-year partnership programme with the World Bank.
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Virat Kohli faces backlash for ignoring Indian soldier’s selfie request
In a viral video, Kohli ignores a soldier in Mumbai who approaches him with a phone, seemingly for a selfie.
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Motorcyclist killed by speeding truck in Karachi
Eyewitnesses claimed truck driver appeared intoxicated
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Pakistan, EU to deepen ties
Two sides review security, engagement under GSP+
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Digital transport fare system planned
CM seeks suggestions for electric rickshaw project
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Man, son 'kill woman for honour'
Police have registered a case and arrested all three suspects
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Child murder suspect 'killed in shootout'
The case saw a breakthrough after the formation of the CCD two months ago
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Couple held for running 'honey trap' scheme
If demands were not met, the videos were allegedly leaked on social media
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FGEHA under fire for payment delays
NA panel calls for expediting work on affordable housing schemes
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Sugar crisis looms as grocers defy new policy
For 10 days now, no sugar has been procured from mills
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US quashes talk of Trump's Pakistan visit
Foreign Office spokesperson said he was not aware of Trump's expected visit
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UNHCR calls for dialogue on Afghan refugees
Organisation acknowledged, praised Pakistan's decades-long tradition of hosting Afghan refugees
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PM orders disaster management plans
PM highlighted recent cloudbursts and heavy downpours in Chakwal, Lahore, Islamabad, and hilly areas
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PM seeks strategy for easy loans for farmers
Orders third-party validation of welfare projects
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Top court orders fresh review of promotion case
Says proforma promotion not alien to service structure; refers ex-civil servant's supersession case to HPSB
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Fate of suspended MPAs in limbo as talks stall
Two sides yet to agree on mode of rightful protest
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11 die in Punjab road crashes
The statistics show that 193 RTCs were reported in Lahore
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PSX hits new all-time intra-day high as KSE-100 crosses 140,000
PSX continues record-breaking rally for third consecutive week
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PSX climbs to new peak above 138,000
Index soars 2,286 points, led by investor interest in fertiliser, energy stocks
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Cabinet body okays 104 business reforms
BOI targets 90-day implementation; regulatory overhaul aims to slash compliance costs, approval timelines
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Trump's tariffs cloud G20 finance meeting
Host South Africa says forum must show global leadership to tackle trade barriers
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'China desks' proposed to woo investors
Facilitation points will help boost industrial linkages, CPEC investment
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Marine pollution threatens blue economy
Bodies formed to fast-track sewage treatment projects as Karachi discharges 472m gallons of wastewater daily
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FX dips to $19.96b despite SBP's uptick
Central bank injects Rs902.5b via dual OMOs; rupee stable at 284.97/$
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Temu faces CCP scrutiny for anti-competitive practices
Chainstore Association accuses Chinese e-commerce giant of tax evasion, predatory pricing, and unfair competition; dem
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Industry calls for fixing basics before adopting 5G
The report notes that Pakistan remains one of the most heavily taxed telecom markets in the region
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Pakistan, El Salvador agree on Bitcoin cooperation
LOI signed; deal sets stage for govt to explore Bitcoin reserves, and regulatory innovation
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Suzuki warns against used vehicle imports
Suzuki warns that allowing used car imports could flood Pakistan with lower-quality vehicles
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Pakistan, El Salvador sign ‘letter of intent’ on Bitcoin cooperation
The move follows a high-level meeting between Minister Bilal Bin Saqib and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele
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Gold prices dip in international and local markets
Locally, the price of gold per tola declined by Rs900, settling at Rs355,100
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PSX extends rally, crosses 138,000-point mark
Market reached an intraday high of 138,943.47 and a low of 136,674.98
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PSX scales new peak above 138,000
KSE-100 index soars 2,286 points, led by investor interest in energy stocks
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OpenAI quietly unveils new ChatGPT capabilities in latest update
OpenAI’s newest rollout adds powerful tools behind the scenes, without making too much noise.
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China commerce minister meets with Nvidia CEO
Chinese officials said they welcomed continued foreign investment
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Russia says it shot down 73 Ukrainian drones aimed at Moscow
Moscow airports briefly shut down after drone intercepted
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At least four dead, 5000 displaced as torrential rains lash South Korea
Some areas were hit by record precipitation of more than 400mm in single day
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Canada pushes Mercosur talks to diversify global trade
Canada is also keen to continue talks with China to address trade challenges
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Pakistan seeks decisive action on Gaza
Tells UNSC, territory teeters on the brink of total devastation
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At least 10 killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza since dawn
Israeli veteran calls for urgent action amid rise in soldier suicides post war
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China urges balanced talks to ease US trade tensions
US President Donald Trump hiked tariffs on Chinese products to over 100% earlier this year
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Air India probe into Boeing 787 fuel control switches finds no issues
The order came after Boeing notified operators that the fuel switch locks on its jets were safe
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UK to lower voting age to 16 under poll reform
The proposed changes were designed to boost participation and trust in the electoral system
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Syria's Sharaa vows to protect Druze
Interim president says Israel is creating discord
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Afghan data breach unmasked UK spies, special forces: reports
It happened in February 2022, just six months after Taliban fighters seized Kabul
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Iraq shopping mall fire kills more than 60
Cause was not immediately known, but one survivor told AFP an air conditioner had exploded
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UK to lower voting age to 16 in general elections
Ruling Labour Party pledged to lower the age from 18 ahead of winning power last year
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Usman Khawaja continues to speak out for Palestine, urges action
The Australian cricketer shares a powerful video of Palestinian children's suffering, urging action from authorities
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Conor McGregor targets UFC White House after rejoining anti-doping pool
Conor McGregor rejoins the UFC anti-doping program as he eyes a return for the White House fight card in 2026
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Eschelle wins ladies singles title in Westbury Tennis
Kashan Tariq reaches mens singles final
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Amin joins Pak Champions squad
Pakistan Champions will face England in WCL 2025 opener on July 18
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Yamal inherits Barcelona's iconic number 10 jersey
The famous number 10 shirt was previously worn by club icon Lionel Messi
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Sabalenka pulls out of Montreal event
World No.1 keen to overcome fatigue
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Cincinnati stun Messi's Miami
They clinched a comprehensive 3-0 victory in Washington
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Russell set to retire after Aus T20Is
He will play his final international match against Australia at Sabina Park
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Girelli helps Italy reach Euro 2025 semi-finals
She scored brace against Norway to clinch a 2-1 victory
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'Facing Pakistan won't be easy'
Bangladesh captain Das says T20Is against Men in Green would be a formidable test
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Ponting backs Aus top order for Ashes
He supports retaining current top three including Konstas
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Magnus Carlsen stunned as R Praggnanandhaa forces resignation at Freestyle Chess Grand Slam
Magnus Carlsen was stunned as he resigned against R Praggnanandhaa at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam in Las Vegas.
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PM Inter-Club Basketball set for Oct
PM's Coordinator Fahad Shafiq announces event, distributes prizes
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Archer keen to play remaining Ind Tests
He is also hoping to book a spot in upcoming Ashes
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Rahm 'confident' to lift British Open
He could become only the second Spaniard to lift the Claret Jug