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Samsung's reliance on Hanoi to backfire
Phone maker will be primary victim if higher US tariffs take effect in July
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Euro emerges as surprise winner in tariff war
Hits three-year high, biggest one-day jump in nine years; European investors leaving US assets can fuel more gains
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan deepen tourism ties
Both countries pledge joint cultural festivals, direct flights, and tour operator partnerships
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Govt plans firewall against agency harassment
SAPM unveils industrial reforms, urges protection for legitimate businesses, and outlines new policies
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PSX sheds nearly 4,000 points
Benchmark KSE-100 index posts 3.3% loss as global tariff war roils markets
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M-12 motorway cost swells six times to Rs71b
Cost escalation triggered by delay in land purchase and high inflation
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Experts aim to formalise informal economy
ILO, SMEDA host key meeting with auto parts makers, propose incentives and reforms for SMEs
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IT, minerals to become game changers
FinMin points to growing global interest in Pakistan, efforts to remove barriers
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Police foil attack on Shangla check post
DPO escapes unhurt with his team in IED attack
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PDMA issues heatwave alert for K-P
It also advises farmers to manage water properly for crops
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Minerals Bill to be passed 'after approval from Imran'
Minister says K-P has been left alone in war on terror
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PHC dismisses petition against KMU fees
The petitioners were students of Khyber Medical University and affiliated medical and dental colleges
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BNP-M refuses to end Mastung sit-in
Rahila Durrani says delegation had met Akhtar Mengal but failed to convince him
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HBL PSL X: Karachi Kings create new T20 history with record-breaking run chase
Kings are the first-ever team in T20 history to do so, as they chased down a mammoth 235-run target against Sultans.
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Gaza faces famine as 60,000 children go hungry amid supply cuts: UN
The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 50,900, with most victims being women and children, say Palestinian authorities.
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‘A new equilibrium’: Ahsan Iqbal calls for reshaping Pakistan-US ties
Ahsan Iqbal underlined longstanding Pakistan-US relationship, calling it 'a key pillar' of Pakistan’s foreign policy.
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Khloé Kardashian reacts to Lamar Odom’s doll reveal during Kardashians finale
Khloé Kardashian calls Lamar Odom’s doll "weird and gross" during emotional finale of The Kardashians Season 6.
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WhatsApp rolls out group chat indicators, document scanning, and more
WhatsApp adds highlight-only group alerts and event creation in chats, with RSVP options and guest invites
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Exam papers leak across Sindh as cheating plagues matric exams
Exam papers and answers were leaked and shared on social media during ongoing matric exams in various cities of Sindh.
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Iran and US hold 'productive' nuclear talks in Oman, more set for next week
Saturday's US-Iran talks were indirect, with Oman mediating and relaying messages between separate delegations
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Sushmita Sen backs Fawad Khan’s return to Bollywood
Art, sports have no borders. Creative work flourishes in free environment, should be no restrictions on it: Sushmita
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Heatwave strikes Sindh, strong winds expected in Karachi
From today, rural Sindh districts, including Dadu and Hyderabad, will see temperatures 6-8°C above normal
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HBL PSL X: Multan Sultans donate to Palestine with every six and wicket
Multan Sultans pledge Rs100,000 to Palestine Children Relief Fund for every six and wicket in PSL X.
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Eight Pakistani workers killed in attack in southeast Iran
Unidentified assailants stormed a workshop in Iran’s Mehrestan district at night, killing eight Pakistani workers.
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Flights canceled, millions ordered to stay indoors as severe winds batter China
Cold vortex from Mongolia brings record-breaking winds to Beijing, toppling trees and crushing vehicles; avoid travel
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Babar Azam registers unwanted record in PSL
The record came during Zalmi’s match against Quetta Gladiators, where Babar was dismissed for duck by Mohammad Amir
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Bilawal Bhutto re-elected as chairman of Pakistan People’s Party
Elections, conducted in accordance with PPP's constitution, finalised key leadership positions for next four years.
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Israeli forces encircle Rafah as offensive in Gaza intensifies
Israel said its troops began seizing the Morag Axis, a former settlement area between Rafah and Khan Younis
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Smartphones, electronics, semiconductors exempted from Trump’s China tariffs
The exemptions apply to products facing a 145% tariff under Trump’s “reciprocal” trade policy targeting China.
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WhatsApp services disrupted worldwide, including Pakistan
The issue was widely reported on social media, where users expressed frustration over the disruption
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Benson Boone performs with Brian May at Coachella and announces new album American Heart
Benson Boone stuns Coachella crowd with Brian May duet on Bohemian Rhapsody and reveals new album American Heart.
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Maryam Nawaz announces AI university in Lahore, urges focus on girls' education
At Antalya Forum 2025, Maryam Nawaz called for renewed global commitment to advancing girls' education
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HBL PSL X: Rizwan’s ton in vain as Kings stun Sultans with thrilling chase
Rizwan’s ton powers Multan Sultans to 234/3, but Vince’s 42-ball century leads Karachi Kings to victory.
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No summer Hajj for next 16 years, Saudi Arabia announces
From 2026, Hajj will shift to spring and winter as the Islamic lunar calendar moves earlier by 10 days each year.
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Webb telescope reveals alien planet died in fiery plunge toward its star
Webb telescope reveals planet's death was different than thought, showing it plunged into star after orbit decay
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Punjab to allow private companies to deduct income tax from staff salaries
The bill is now set to be presented in a formal session of the Punjab Assembly for final approval
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This simple road mistake may lead to Dh10,000 penalty in UAE
In Jan 2024, 44,000 caught jaywalking in Dubai; 8 killed. Authorities warn it's a major risk on high-speed roads
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China to set up donkey farms in Pakistan for meat exports
Under proposed plan, China's donkey industry would be permitted to establish farms in Gwadar Export Processing Zone.
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"I never desired to be a mother": Sheema Kermani on not having children
Sheema Kermani reminds us: empowerment is choosing your own path, not society’s.
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Gold price surges in Pakistan, sets new record
Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trajectory, hitting a new all-time high in the local market.
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This week was wild!
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Jahangiri faces uphill legal battle
Jahangiri faces uphill legal battle
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Centre, K-P NFC award politics heats up
Federal govt says no outstanding liabilities exist towards K-P
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TTAP vows joint struggle for democracy, rights
Denounces verdict against Imran; backs PTI's street resistance
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Convictions rain down on PTI leaders
Convictions rain down on PTI leaders
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Imran, Bushra jailed for 17 years in 2nd gift case
Trial court finds ex-PM, wife guilty of misconduct; Says prosecution successfully established charges
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Winter's first rain breaks dry spell in Quetta
Citizens welcome change in weather
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PTI founder strikes a defiant tone
Imran says he won't budge from his stand
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Capital police strengthen security framework in 2025
Over 6,000 personnel oversaw parliamentary sessions, int'l delegations and mega events
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New committee to probe RDA graft case
Fact-finding committee fails to submit report after seven months; fresh inquiry ordered
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Resolving industry issues key to revival
SITE Hyderabad flags energy, infrastructure gaps; calls for gas tariff relief
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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World Bank okays loan for tax reforms
$700m given to areas requiring better governance rather than foreign lending
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Gold moves further out of public reach as prices extend rally
Price of gold per tola rose by Rs1,300 to Rs456,162
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Bayer Pakistan continues its women’s health focus by launching new medication to treat endometriosis
Aligned with “Health for All, Hunger for None,” Bayer expands access to endometriosis treatment for millions of women
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ADB reviews progress on ML-I rail upgradation
Ground-breaking of Karachi-Rohri section set for July 2026; upgradation of ML-I urged
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Chaman traders raise concerns over border closures
Commerce minister says border decisions beyond ministry's mandate
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Gas utilities reject proposal to end fixed asset return
Oppose any change, as many benchmarks are linked to current pricing formula
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Netanyahu plans to brief Trump on possible new Iran strikes, NBC News reports
Sources said Trump and Netanyahu are expected to meet later this month at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida
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Three Afghan migrants die of cold while trying to cross into Iran
The migrants tried to enter Iran on Wednesday but were stopped by Afghan border forces
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Seven elephants killed in India train accident
The driver hit emergency brakes, but the elephants charged toward the oncoming train
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US hits ISIS in Syria with large retaliatory strikes, officials say
Trump said Syria backed the strikes and the US was delivering “very serious retaliation,” he posted.
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Iran executes architecture student accused of spying for Israel’s Mossad
27-year-old allegedly confessed, becomes 10th person executed on espionage charges since June this year
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Bangladesh tightens security after youth leader’s killing amid rising unrest
Dhaka deploying police, paramilitary ahead of funeral; media and cultural sites attacked
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Google warns US visa staff against international travel
Embassy delays up to 12 months, international travel risking extended stay outside US
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Moscow intent on pressing on in Ukraine: Putin
Moscow will seize the rest of Ukrainian land he has proclaimed as Russian by force if talks fail
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India okays divisive rural jobs scheme
$9.5 billion government-funded programme guaranteed 100 days of employment each year
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Trump refuses to rule out war with Venezuela
Says he will start land strikes "soon" against drug traffickers
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Deadly attacks hit Taipei metro stations, three killed, suspect confirmed dead
Mayor says suspect jumped from building; he was wanted for evading military service
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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











































































































