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Senate panel reviews theft of cigarette cartons
FIA officials told the committee that no CCTV footage of the incident was available
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CPJ flags self-censorship risk
Says authorities must not use legal threats to silence critical reporting
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PMDC makes student registration a must
Council warned that failure to register admitted students within the stipulated timeframe would result in penalties
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MQM walkout stalls key bill in NA
The government later attempted to introduce the FC Restructuring Amendment Bill 2026 through the supplementary agenda
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US KC-135 refuelling aircraft crashes in Iraq, confirms US Central Command
CENTCOM says no hostile or friendly fire was involved
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Karachi gets a taste of summer
Maximum temperature was recorded at 38.3°C, up 5.2°C from Wednesday's 33.1°C
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Lights for the martyrs of Palestine
Civil society join candlelight event to express solidarity with Palestinians
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One dies, three critical after inhaling toxic gas
Five people, including three teenage boys, collapsed of suffocation inside underground water tank
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Plaza fire: glitches in fire brigade system exposed
Commission reveals gaps in water supply, electricity, communication
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Muggers strike in Saddar despite tightened security
IGP instructed investigation teams comprising experienced officers be formed to probe incident, identify involved
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SHO suspended after video of his 'arrogance' goes viral
SHO Defence claimed video fabricated with help of AI, which he said could be verified through proper investigation
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Ambulance fares climb as fuel costs soar
Small services raise charges to cover rising costs, while Edhi, Chhipa absorb higher fuel expenses for now
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Alternate traffic routes announced for Youm-e-Quds rally in Karachi
Motorists have been requested to cooperate with law-enforcement agencies
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Five-year-old boy found dead
The child, Azaan, had gone missing while playing outside his home; kidnapping case had been registered
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LHC seeks govt report on building fire safety
Govt to report on measures to determine responsibility for frequent building fires, steps to improve safety standards
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Shortage of insulin, staff leaves diabetes patients struggling
Endocrinology unit with 15 approved beds yet to become functional at Nishtar Hospital
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Schools promised non-salary budget hike
PMIU programme officer said funds to provide missing facilities; ensure repair, maintenance of almost 38,000 schools
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Two killed in firing during panchayat
Incident occurred in village where tensions had been ongoing between the groups over dispute regarding government pond
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Man dies after falling into boiling oil
Victim, 50-year-old Usman, was working at factory when he slipped, fell into boiling oil used in industrial process
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Murder case suspect shot dead
Suspect was wanted in connection with 2023 murder of Muaz Sohrab, son of a bicycle factory owner, who was shot dead
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Punjab eyes AI superiority
CM approves roadmap aimed at regional leadership by 2029
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Courts suspend regular hearings to save fuel
Judges authorised to hear only urgent cases like bail, unlawful detention, remand on Friday, Saturday
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Verdict reserved on Rashid's Umrah plea
Division bench hears intra-court appeal challenging travel restrictions
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Hunters fined Rs205k in Attock
Actions were taken in different areas of the district as part of efforts to curb illegal hunting
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Purse snatcher injured, held after 'encounter'
Six stolen mobile phones seized from suspect who is linked to 11 snatching cases
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No action after audit exposes health scam
Report exposes massive financial irregularities in health authority's Covid-era purchases
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High prices dampen Eid shopping spree
With just eight days to Eidul Fitr, Pindi's markets are crowded but sales remain slow
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Pak-Turkiye friendship gets a cultural push
Aims to promote civilisational harmony, cultural diplomacy, people-to-people connections btw the two countries
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Punjab rolls out new school rules
Approves creation of Zakat Banks; imposes ban on teachers' mobile phone use
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K-P launches revival plan for model schools
Working group, headed by provincial minister for elementary and secondary education, to prepare rehabilitation plan
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Balochistan unveils 10-year development plan
Provincial Action Plan to cost Rs4 trillion, focus on security, employment, sustainable progress
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Cop's 15-year-old son kidnapped in Bannu
In related incidents, terrorists targeted Domel police positions; quadcopter drone dropped explosive in first attack
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Helping small farmers move forward
In 2023-24, the agriculture sector grew at 6.25%, the highest increase in two decades
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A new Middle East?
Donald Trump may have set out to change the face of the Middle East by launching the war on Iran
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Beyond military calculations
The conflict between Iran, US-Israel is increasingly producing consequences that go far beyond military calculations
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Thalassaemia testing
Bill mandating premarital thalassaemia screening much-needed first step towards reducing incidence of blood disorder
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5G rollout
Pakistan has finally taken a long-delayed step into the fifth-generation mobile era
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Iran's ceasefire terms
Iran is saying it wants foolproof guarantees that it won't be a victim of aggression once again
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Nepal's political transition
Nepal's recent elections mark the beginning of a new era of democratic transition
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Sindh slams the brakes on spending
Fuel cuts, grounded vehicles, 4-day office week among sweeping austerity steps to tackle looming energy challenges
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US and allies clash with Russia and China over Iran nuclear programme
Russia and China unsuccessfully tried to block discussion of a committee enforcing sanctions on Iran at UNSC session
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Israel drops indictment of 5 soldiers in Palestinian detainee sexual abuse case
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hails decision
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Truck attack on Michigan synagogue, leaves assailant dead, one wounded
Attacker lost family members in a recent Israeli strike, including his children
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Govt sends mixed signals on fuel price hike amid rise in international market
FinMin Aurangzeb says prices are rising, adds government will try to manage the situation
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IPL-linked Sunrisers sign spinner Abrar Ahmed for Hundred
Spinner Usman Tariq signed by Birmingham Phoenix for £140,000, while paceman Haris Rauf got no offers
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K-P on high alert as mpox cases climb to 26
Health Department urges vigilance in hospitals amid signs of local transmission from Punjab
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Iran’s new supreme leader vows to attack US bases in Gulf, keep Strait of Hormuz closed
In first speech, Mojtaba Khamenei says all US bases should be immediately closed in the region
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CPJ flags self-censorship risk after Law Minister Azam Tarar’s warning on foreign policy discussions
Says authorities must make clear they will not use broadly framed legal threats to silence critical reporting
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US-Iran talks: PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir affirm 'all out support' to both sides for peaceful agreement
Both leaders express satisfaction over de-escalation achieved so far, underscore importance of maintaining ceasefire
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PM Shehbaz vows to advance peace efforts in call with Lebanese counterpart amid Israeli attacks
Condemns Israel’s ongoing aggression, reiterates facilitating dialogue through the upcoming Iran–US talks in Islamabad
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Fact check: Viral clip of Pakistan envoy criticising Israel in UNSC over Lebanon attacks is old
Video from March 2026; unrelated to current attacks, shows official criticizing past Israel-Lebanon violence
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PM Shehbaz thanks world leaders for appreciating Pakistan's role in US-Iran ceasefire
PM Shehbaz thanks Macron for supporting Pakistan's diplomatic efforts
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Sindh government forms high-level ministerial committee to review Gul Plaza fire findings
Committee tasked with formulating a comprehensive strategy to implement the commission’s recommendations
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Allama Naqvi says Pakistan played responsible mediatory role as sincere, friendly neighbour
Says Pakistan should work in coordination with Russia, China to transform temporary ceasefire into lasting peace
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Dar, Saudi FM discuss Lebanon ceasefire violations in phone call
DPM appreciates Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan’s efforts towards achieving lasting peace
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Naqvi assures foolproof security for US-Iran ceasefire talks in Islamabad
Interior minister meets US Charge d'Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker, discusses arrangements for high-level talks
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Saudi, Iranian FMs hold first call since start of US-Israel war against Iran
Saudi foreign ministry says call reviewed ways to slow tensions to help restore regional security
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Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli aggression against Lebanon: FO
Calls on international community to take urgent, concrete steps to end aggression
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Pakistan's envoy to US hails diplomacy for successful US-Iran ceasefire
'This is a victory for diplomacy and dialogue,' Rizwan Saeed Sheikh says in interview with CNN
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Exams postponed at three Islamabad centres on April 9, 10
As per notification, revised dates for these examinations will be announced in due course
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Rawalpindi declares two-day public holiday in view of US-Iran talks
Several roads in Islamabad will remain closed at different times on April 9 and 10
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K-P reviews penalties for outsourced hospitals
Health Foundation has outsourced 19 hospitals across the province
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TTAP not to 'carry burden' of PTI U-turn
TTAP leader said party wanted to distance itself from April 9 rally even before meeting with party founder Imran
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PSX closes above 165,000 points amid geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices
Trading activity remained robust, with volumes reaching 456 million shares
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Gold prices in Pakistan fall amid decline in global market
The price of gold per tola decreased by Rs9,500 in the local market
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Govt seeks $1b ADB climate loan
CDWP defers $40m World Bank project over exorbitant rates for furniture, laptops
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Pakistan must turn diplomacy into economic success
Islamabad well positioned to deepen energy & trade ties, establish rail & road transit corridor with Iran
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War impact looms as remittances dip 5% YoY
Analysts warn April, May inflows from KSA, UAE crucial as Eid impact fades
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Mills demand sugar export
Industry facing challenges in managing high stocks amid low demand
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Gold jumps Rs15,700 on US-Iran truce
Global prices hit three-week high as oil, dollar retreat
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Businessmen for building gas line
Businessmen Group (BMG) Chairman Zubair Motiwala expressed optimism that the 15-day ceasefire would continue
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PSX cheers peace with record spike
Robust rally triggers trading halt; by close KSE-100 index jumps 14,138 points
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Canada backs energy reforms, ceasefire role
Minister says 55% of power mix came from clean sources; hydro expansion, local coal shift planned
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Housing crisis deepens as 63% lack shelter
Survey shows 22% rural households spend 40% income on housing as deficit exceeds 10m units
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Provinces urged to lead SME financing efforts
SMEDA, SBP, banks coordinate on credit expansion
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PSX erupts in celebration as US-Iran ceasefire sparks record 14,000-point rally
KSE-100 index posts historic single-day surge as investors cheer easing Middle East tensions
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Oil dives below $100, stocks jump after two-week ceasefire agreed
US crude falls 15% to $96.31, Brent down 13% to $94.71 after market reacts to US-Iran ceasefire news
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Gold climbs as markets reassess risks after Trump pauses Iran attacks
Following international market trends, gold prices increase in Pakistan by Rs 15,700
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Trump weighs pulling some US troops from Europe amid NATO strains, official says
White House official says no decision on removing troops has been made
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Iran's supreme leader vows ‘new phase’ in Hormuz management, demands war compensation
Message marks 40 days since Khamenei killing, calls it a historic blow and painful moment for Iran
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Halt to Iran attacks means Netanyahu's corruption trial will resume on Sunday
His trial has been repeatedly delayed due to his official commitments, with no end date in sight
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Israeli strikes on Lebanon jeopardise Iran truce; talks planned but Hormuz Strait still shut
Islamabad locked down for US–Iran talks as Hormuz blockade stays and Iran ties deal to Israel actions
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Fact check: Viral video of Shashi Tharoor criticising Indian PM Modi over Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire is doctored
Video showed visual and audio discrepancies; even Tharoor’s tone and delivery differed from his usual speech pattern
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Israeli army claims it killed secretary to Hezbollah leader in Beirut strike
Israeli military says overnight strikes hit Hezbollah sites, killing aide close to Naim Qassem
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As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz
Iran now effectively controls the Strait, dictating who can pass and under what conditions
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Spain condemns Israeli attacks on Lebanon, reopens Tehran embassy
Says Israel broke ceasefire, escalating tensions in Lebanon
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Lebanon must be covered by ceasefire agreement, French foreign minister says
Govt representatives of France, UK condemn Israel bombarding Lebanon, US-Iran ceasefire under strain
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Trump criticises NATO over Iran in meeting with alliance's boss
US president’s criticism underscores widening cracks in transatlantic alliance
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Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage
US president’s reversal spotlights risks of mixing threats with diplomacy
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As US and Iran talk truce, Israel digs in for a 'forever war'
Ceasefire efforts clash with Israel’s expanding military footprint
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Japan weighs new release of about 20 days' worth of oil from reserves, Kyodo says
Japan dependent on Middle East for 95% of supply, began releasing from stockpiles on March 16
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Oil rebounds as fragile Gulf ceasefire, constrained Hormuz keep supply risks elevated
Supply fears persist as fragile ceasefire keeps oil markets volatile
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Hikaru Nakamura spends 67 minutes on single move before losing Candidates match
Hikaru Nakamura uses over an hour on one move but loses to Javokhir Sindarov in Candidates match
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Warner aware of 'seriousness' of drink-driving charges: Cricket NSW
He is due to appear in court on May 7 after allegedly blowing more than twice legal limit in a random breath test
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Tamim becomes youngest BCB chief
He will lead a 11-member ad hoc committee
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McIlroy finds new challenges
He said the win lifted “an incredible weight” off him
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Flick defends young Yamal
Coach says he will always support and protect the player
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Slot tips Liverpool to bounce back
Manager believes his team can recover from recent setbacks
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Sinner, Alcaraz shine in Monte Carlo
Both players opened clay court seasons by crushing their opponents
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Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship to start on April 14
Six clubs to compete in six weight categories at Sports Complex Gym Hall
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WAPDA, Punjab reach final of 61st National Table Tennis Championship
Sensational semi-final victories set stage for title clash in Peshawar
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Australian cricket great David Warner charged with drink-driving: reports
He is due to appear in court on May 7
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Chalmers targets Olympic gold
The 27-year-old clocked 48.39 seconds to secure Australian Open title
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PSB boosts sports fund
The decision was taken during the 36th Board meeting
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Napoli's Serie A title defence boosted
Politano scored in the 79th minute to beat Milan 1-0
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Wawrinka falls on Monte Carlo farewell
He was defeated 7-5, 7-5 by Sebastian Baez
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Iran awaiting FIFA response
They requested to move Group G matches to Mexico










































































































