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India plans fresh incentives for phone production in boost for Apple, Samsung
New Delhi is considering linking the new incentives to exports to further push globally competitive production
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China's mediation eases fighting between Pakistan, Afghanistan: sources
Chinese foreign ministry says special envoy for Afghanistan is currently shuttling between two countries to mediate
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PIA raises fuel surcharge as Gulf crisis lifts fuel costs 34%
Raises fuel surcharge on domestic flights by $20 and by up to $100 on international flights
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Double whammy for the masses as govt hikes RLNG rates after increase in petrol price
Price for Sui Northern consumers reaches Rs622 per MMBtu, while it reaches Rs634 per MMBtu for Sui Southern consumers
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How world's biggest airlines have hedged against fuel price increases?
Some airlines use futures and options to hedge against price increases as jet fuel trades near all-time highs
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Sindh govt announces public holiday for tomorrow
Notification states essential services will continue to operate as usual
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Adviser to Iran's Khamenei calls Trump 'Satan himself'
'Trump is the most corrupt and stupid American president,' says Yahya Rahim Safavi
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New F1 cars more like Mario Kart: Verstappen
The Red Bull driver crashed in qualifying in the season-opener
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North Korea vow no more protests in Women's Asian Cup
They refused to play for several minutes in their 2-1 loss against China
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Russia calls on US, Israel to end Iran war
Spokeswoman says Russia will continue to take steps to resolve any contradictions by peaceful means
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King Charles invited to 150th anniversary Test
Australia will play England under lights at the MCG
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Ferrari's Leclerc hopes year of the horse a good omen in China
Both Ferraris were sensationally disqualified from the 2025 Chinese GP
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Pakistan calls for restraint as Dar discusses Middle East tensions with Oman FM
DPM appreciates Oman's constructive, principled role in promoting dialogue and de-escalation
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Early F1 leader Russell says 'championship means nothing at this point'
He believes the season will be "quite a close fight
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Iran denies special passage for Indian tankers through Strait of Hormuz
Tehran warns strait could face prolonged instability if tensions escalate
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Norris says McLaren must 'improve in all areas'
He says the car has made some progress since a disappointing Australian GP
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Djokovic ousted by Draper at Indian Wells as Alcaraz marches on
The defending champions registered a 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) victory
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Foreign hacker in 2023 compromised Epstein files held by FBI, source and documents show
Official FBI statements describe the 'cyber incident' as 'an isolated one'
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MQM-P should quit federal government over Sindh governor change: Farooq Sattar
Spokesperson says party leadership would soon determine its response to the development
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Swiatek routs Muchova to reach Indian Wells quarter-finals
The two-time winner ended her eight-match winning streak on Thursday
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Cillian Murphy returns to 'Peaky Blinders' world with new film 'The Immortal Man'
Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, set in WWII and streaming March 20
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PSG hit five to stun Chelsea in Champions League last 16
The French side secured a 5-2 win in the first leg
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Real Madrid run riot as Valverde treble stuns Man City
Los Balancos captain scored a stunning hat-trick
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Domestic gold, silver rates drop after global price decline
International gold drops $29 per ounce; domestic gold per tola down Rs2,900
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Digital lottery launched for PM’s free solar scheme in Gilgit
58MW of solar systems to be allocated for households and small businesses under government initiative
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Kenya arrests man trying to smuggle over 2,000 live ants in his luggage
Chinese national caught with 2,238 live ants at Nairobi airport, part of an organised smuggling network
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KSE-100 drops 1,437 points after choppy session at PSX
Index hits 157,080 high and 153,504 low in wide trading range
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US to permanently close Peshawar consulate, key mission near Afghan border: report
State Department cites cost savings and operational efficiency; services to be shifted to Islamabad
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'Kids, wait till you hear this,' Liza Minnelli’s memoir breakdown
Liza Minnelli, 80, shares insider dirt in the long-awaited memoir
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Saudi Arabia for detailed Mideast deliberations with Crown Prince MBS
State of regional security and bilateral relations will also be discussed
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Ramazan campaigns that celebrate kindness, sharing and connection
Commercials celebrate generosity, kindness, family, and shared joy, capturing the holy month’s true spirit
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IHC orders medical board on Imran Khan’s request for transfer to Shifa Hospital
Court reviews vision concerns as govt insists jailed ex-PM is receiving proper medical care
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‘Repression machine still deployed’: Tehran resident recounts life under strikes
Residents say security forces remain firmly in place despite US-Israeli bombardment
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Vance treads Iran tightrope, with eye on 2028
Iran conflict may shape a potential 2028 Republican primary battle
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UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children
UK regulators warn social media firms to tighten age checks and protect children or face hefty fines
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Indian source says Iran to allow India-flagged tankers pass through Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian source based outside the country denied that any such agreement had been reached
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How many ships have been attacked in the Gulf since start of Iran war?
Timeline of shipping attacks since Iran war began on Feb 28
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US intelligence says Iran leadership still firmly in control despite weeks of strikes
Assessment comes days after intelligence review amid uncertainty over outcome of ongoing conflict
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Islamabad airport flights suspended for March 23 flypast rehearsal
Airspace closures disrupt schedules as airlines told to carry extra fuel during drills
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Veteran actor Asim Bukhari passes away at 76
He was under treatment in a hospital for the past 15 days
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Ishaq Dar says Pakistan missions abroad to mark March 23 with simplicity
Diplomatic posts will hold only traditional flag-hoisting ceremonies this year
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President signs off on Centre's move to replace Tessori with Nehal Hashmi as Sindh governor
President, prime minister extend congratulations to Hashmi
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Lahore's Quaid-e-Azam Library launches major digitisation project
Project to provide digital content either free or minimal cost through partnerships with international publishers, HEC
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Meticulously handcrafted PSL trophy showcases teamwork, passion, and Pakistani pride
Trophy crafted by 18 artisans using over 1,600 stones and precious metals with 2,600 hours of work
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Robber who assaulted, opened fire on girl in Rawalpindi arrested with CCTV's help
Suspect identified as Sabeel was traced after viral footage showed him attacking the victim returning home
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Telefilms worth re-watching in 2026
As Eid is around the corner, here are some telefilms from over the years that are worth re-watching
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Pakistan condemns Israeli attacks on Lebanon at UNSC meeting
Says large-scale destruction of civilian infrastructure, blatant violations of int'l law must cease immediately
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New Zealand's Williamson launches line of boxes after low blow from Steyn
Boxes are an essential piece of protective kit for batters facing deliveries that can exceed 140 km/hr (87 mph)
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Karachi ‘devil statue’ mystery solved as police link effigy to Youm al-Quds procession
Thermocol statue resembling Baal was commissioned to be burned during Jumatul Wida protest, police say
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Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options
Iran says it would be impossible for Iran to take part after air attacks launched by the US and Israel
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President Zardari congratulates Iraqi President Nizar Amidi on winning election
Reaffirms Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen its fraternal relations with the republic
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FM Dar calls on US, Iran to uphold ceasefire commitment after talks end without agreement
Vance says it's bad news for Iran, much more than the United States of America
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THE GREAT GOLD SQUEEZE
Gold has long balanced sentiment and survival—but rising prices are reshaping that equation.
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Gilgit-Baltistan elections to be held on June 7
Polls will be held under Election Act 2017 and G-B Order 2018
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Vance leaves Islamabad after 21-hour talks end without agreement, praises Pakistan’s mediation efforts
Iranian delegation also left Islamabad, Mehr news agency reports
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Of means and memes
Can memes be harmless fun or propaganda as the US and Iran use real death and destruction
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Why Gen Z has trouble saying 'forever'
'Let’s see where this goes' is the new language of commitment.
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Where the sky bleeds henna
Ghalib, Faiz, and Hallaj echo through a contemporary English voice
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Return of the rising curve
Pakistan tops the Global Terrorism Index 2026, but the ranking tells a deeper story than numbers alone
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The weaponisation of the Internet
Attempts to restrict online access have increased across the world, making 2025 the highest on record for such curbs
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Leaders unite in praising Pakistan's peace role
PTI said the talks should help 'advance the collective interests of the Muslim Ummah'
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NDMA issues rain forecast for northern regions
NDMA said Sindh and Balochistan are likely to experience hot and dry weather
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'War is not an option'
Bilawal calls 'Islamabad Talks' key to regional peace
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KSA, Qatar offer $5b assistance to Pakistan
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves remain under pressure due to rising import costs
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Tarar: govt facilitated 50 foreign journalists
Ministry establishes facility at Jinnah Convention Centre
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HEC, industry agree to bridge skills gap
Applied Research Award announced as universities urged to update curricula to match global market needs
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Inflation jumps to four-year high in US
US inflation surge rattles voters, White House
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots
Ice cream chain Mixue plans $590m investment, while meal delivery firm Meituan to invest $1b by 2030
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Business bodies unite on economic issues
KCCI, FCCI say high energy costs undermining competitiveness, demand tax rationalisation in upcoming budget
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FinMin to attend World Bank-IMF meetings
Will also meet policymakers, Pakistani diaspora to highlight reform progress, growth prospects
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PSX surges 11% on Middle East ceasefire
KSE-100 closes up nearly 16,800 points at 167,191, powered by historic rally
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Germany's debt brake reform fails to advance
Commission members fail to find common ground, will offer non-binding ideas instead of full reform
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Oil industry fears Rs100b inventory loss
Calls steep diesel price reduction corporate setback, systemic shock
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Pak-Iran transit corridor opened
First consignment, carrying frozen meat, dispatched to Tashkent
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High yields cause Rs600b losses
Banks' capital buffers erode; fixed-income rout wipes out sector gains
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Gold prices drop by Rs700 in Pakistan as global rates fall
The price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs600 to Rs426,064
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SSGC to suspend gas supply to Sindh industry for 24 hours
Says temporary suspension part of efforts to stabilise system while maintaining supply to priority segments
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Short-term inflation at 74-week high
SPI enters double digits at 12.15% YoY on war-driven high energy, food prices
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Peace talks revive IP pipeline hopes
Officials say Iran willing to extend gas sale agreement for another decade
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ADB says budget gaps delayed loan
Ministry terms Rs413b difference as statistical gap between civil, cash accounting
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Saudi Arabia restores full capacity on East-West oil pipeline to 7m bpd after attacks
Strikes also disrupt operations at key oil, gas, refining, petrochemical and electricity sites in Riyadh
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At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Laferriere Citadel
Deadly stampede at Haiti’s UNESCO-listed citadel leaves dozens dead, toll may rise
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Turkiye brands Netanyahu ‘Hitler of our times’ as flotilla case sparks sharp war of words
This was in response to Netanyahu and the Israeli defence minister's lashing out at Turkiye's indictment
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China offers incentives to Taiwan following opposition leader's visit
Beijing expands outreach to Taiwan with incentives such as easing tourist curbs, facilitating food sales
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Hungarians vote in landmark election closely watched by EU, Russia, US
Orban's defeat could unblock $105bn EU loan for Ukraine, strip Russia of its closest ally in bloc
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Iran denies US claim of 'clearing out' Strait of Hormuz
Iran denies US claim of 'clearing out' Strait of Hormuz
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Israeli airstrikes kill 22 more in Lebanon
Tel Aviv rejects ceasefire with Hezbollah before Beirut talks next week
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UK pauses plan to cede Chagos Islands
London says will try to persuade Washington
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Israeli strike kills 7 at Gaza police checkpoint
Gaza death toll rises to 72,328 despite ceasefire
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Russia, Ukraine trade prisoners, drone strikes
Exchange 175 inmates of war each after UAE helps mediate swap ahead of Easter truce
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Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon since March 2 exceeds 2,000
In its latest statement, the ministry reported that 97 people were killed and 133 injured over the past 24 hours.
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London police arrest 212 people at protest over Palestine Action ban
First gathering since London High Court ruled ban on pro-Palestinian group unlawful in February
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Russia and Ukraine trade prisoners, drone strikes ahead of Easter truce
Exchange 175 prisoners of war each after the United Arab Emirates helps mediate the swap
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction











































































































