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Prices continue to soar in open market
Bakeries, sweet shops raise prices; essential goods far exceed official rates
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Theatrical production breaks convention
Presents artistically potent, raw interpretation of Kane's '4.8 Psychosis'
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Soan River's legacy now a monsoon nightmare
Once pristine and fit for drinking, the river now claims lives every monsoon
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Illegal Afghans face intensified action
Police say only those with valid visas will be permitted to stay in the country
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Property tax hike sparks outcry
Traders in Rawalpindi slam record tax increase, threaten legal action
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Man drowns in River Indus
Meanwhile, in a separate incident last night, a man also drowned in the river near Dandai
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Commercial waste pollutes water bodies in K-P
Unregulated construction of hotels alongside rivers has increased the concentration of harmful chemicals in water
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Local govts still without funds
The issue is even more pronounced in the newly merged tribal districts
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Kurram highway reopens after 9 months
In an effort to mitigate the crisis during the blockade, the government launched a limited helicopter service
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K-P to hire medical officers on fixed pay
Contract recruitment to ease staff shortage in four district hospitals; locals to get preference
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Gun battle in Waziristan leaves several dead
Reliable sources claim multiple militants were also killed
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At least 54 migrants dead as boat sinks off Yemen coast in rough weather
Over 60,000 migrants arrived in Yemen last year via one of the world's busiest and most dangerous migration routes
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Neglecting a key pollution control tool
The media often avoids fully covering environmental violations, mainly for financial reasons
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Global weather change
The burning of coal, gas and oil are not the only sources of emissions of climate-altering gases
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Frailty, thy name is marriage now
We can't pass a blanket judgement on any one gender for souring the matrimonial bliss
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First female train driver
Traditional gender norms and cultural barriers have long confined women to household chores
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Unsafe drinking water
Tasked by the government to monitor and publicise bottled water quality on a quarterly basis
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Fortifying ties
Pakistan and Iran have been embedded in regional alliances
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India's double game with US
US and its allies continue to advance this narrative that China
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Hajj dues collection for 2026 to start from Monday
Hajj applications can be submitted through designated banks or via the online portal
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Apple builds ChatGPT-Style search tool as it rethinks Siri and Spotlight
Apple is hiring for over a dozen AI roles in the US and China to boost its Siri and search capabilities
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Trump aide accuses India of funding Russia’s war through oil purchases
India to keep buying Russian oil despite US threats, say officials; embassy in Washington gave no immediate comment
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US tariff plan set with little wiggle room, Trump aide says
Trump sets August 7 deadline for new tariffs, ranging from 10% to 41%, targeting dozens of economies including the EU
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Nursing exodus deepens healthcare crisis
As medics seek greener pastures abroad, local hospitals suffer shortage of clinical staff
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Ex-AJK premier, PTI president Abdul Qayyum Niazi arrested
PTI legal spokesperson Naeem Haider Panjutha strongly condemns arrest
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UK to jail people smugglers using social media under new crackdown
UK says 80% of migrants using small boats relied on social media to find or contact people smugglers during journey.
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Pakistan to dispatch 100 tonnes of aid to Gaza on PM’s directive
DPM Ishaq Dar says Pakistan stands with people of Palestine in this difficult time
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PCB slams WCL ‘hypocrisy’, bans players from future events
PCB denounces WCL for awarding points to forfeiting team, says sport is being held hostage to political expediency
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Israeli threats persist, says Iran’s military chief Hatami
A 1% threat must be treated as 100%, warns Hatami, urging against underestimating the enemy or ignoring its threats
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Holder’s last-ball heroics level series as West Indies stun Pakistan
Batting first, Pakistan posted 133/9; West Indies chased target on last ball to seal dramatic two-wicket win
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Israel's Ben-Gvir says he prayed at Al-Aqsa mosque compound
Jews can visit but not pray at Al-Aqsa under a long-standing deal with Muslim authorities over the sensitive holy site
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K-P govt rejects reports of Imran seeking Gandapur’s resignation
CM will step down whenever PTI founder desires, says K-P govt, insisting no verified source confirms Imran's statement
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PMD forecasts heavy rains across country from Aug 4
Authorities alerted on landslide, flooding risks especially between Aug 6-7 in Punjab, K-P
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Food inflation hits Punjab as price-control mechanisms prove ineffective
Consumers pay well above official rates as vegetable and poultry prices remain significantly high across markets
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Karachi's Malir gets new football stadium
Local government minister inaugurates two more projects, including community center
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Minor stunt rider Fatima Noor dreams of meeting CM
14-year-old performs across Punjab with father, drawing crowds with unique riding skills
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Flash floods killed 299 across Pakistan since June 26: NDMA
Crisis affects multiple regions, joint relief ops ongoing by provincial, federal agencies
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Rawalpindi gears up for emergencies as next monsoon spell nears
All leaves cancelled for rescue personnel, 24-hour emergency control room set up for real-time weather monitoring
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Israel renews calls for Gaza occupation
Israeli attacks across besieged enclave kill 22 Gazans today
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CSS 2026 exam schedule announced
Applicants qualifying MPT eligible to apply for written CSS examination
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PM Shehbaz backs Iran's right to 'pursue nuclear technology for peaceful purposes'
Pakistan, Iran set annual $8b bilateral trade target, aimed at enhancing economic cooperation, regional connectivity
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The Incredibly Complicated Hulk
Hulk Hogan leaves behind a complex legacy, reflecting his monumental impact & personal controversies
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'Uraan Pakistan aims for $1tr economy by 2035'
Planning ministry reaches agreement with China's development research center to enhance economic cooperation
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The art of the simple hello
In a world where we are increasingly isolated by technology and fast-paced living, a simple greeting can bridge gaps.
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When family becomes fatal
Despite legal reform, the deadly tradition of honour killing continues to silence countless women across Pakistan
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No space to nurse
Lack of nursing arrangements mean mothers find formula feeding more convenient
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The new trade colonialism
Trump’s new deals revive the 19th century unequal treaty, with profound consequences
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Balochistan unveils Rs1.089tr budget, targets Rs170b in revenue
Projects Rs771b NFC share, announces 5,000 jobs in FY2026-27 budget
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Nawaz calls on AJK protesters to end sit-ins, urges for meaningful dialogue
Says such circumstances should never have arisen, as Pakistan belongs to all
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PM Shehbaz, Bilawal agree on close federal-provincial coordination for projects of national importance
Both leaders discuss budget, Sindh projects and political matters during meeting in Islamabad
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UNSC blacklisting of BLA key to sustained regional security, counterterrorism cooperation: analysis
In July 2019, the US State Department designated the BLA as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT)
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PM vows to pass economic gains to public once regional peace is fully restored
Says government has made every possible effort to provide relief to the public through the budget
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Momina sends Rs190m legal notice to religious scholar over 'derogatory remarks'
Demands apology, calls on scholar to remove all content within stipulated period or face legal consequences
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Pakistani artist honoured in Shanghai for contributions to traditional Fine Arts
Her recent calligraphic series blends colors of Shanghai’s urban landscape with script of traditional Urdu calligraphy
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PMD forecasts drizzle, light showers in Karachi till Friday
Predicts thunderstorms and heavy showers in the northern districts of Sindh
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Three terrorists killed in CTD operation in Mardan
Authorities recover three Kalashnikov rifles, other firearms and hand grenades from their possession
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Govt introduces new electricity bill format to make charges easier to understand
New format features simplified design with billing amounts, due dates, and consumption details presented clearly
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Budget delivers relief after economic stabilisation: Tarar
Says reforms created space for tax cuts, housing incentives & support for exporters, farmers and low-income households
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Pakistan facilitates repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals: FM Dar
Says Pakistan remains committed to humanitarian cooperation
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UK minister says US-Iran Deal projects Pakistan as champion of global peace
Meeting reviews cooperation in counter-terrorism, illegal migration, institutional collaboration, and police training
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NA budget debate roiled by Asif claim
Opp terms remarks alarming as lawmakers trade barbs
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Centre to fund 100MW G-B solar project: PM
Solarisation in Gilgit, Diamer divisions to be completed by December 2026
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ECC overrules objections to EVTL lease extension
Investment minister's protest rejected; inquiry ordered into lack of competitive bidding
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Oil dips as investors weigh deal on Iran war as uncertainty persists on Hormuz
Brent crude futures dip 16 cents, or 0.2%, to $78.80 a barrel
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Punjab budget raises tax rates
Loader vehicle taxes triple; sales tax input claims capped at 12 instalments
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Jewellers shut shops in protest against FBR
Internationally gold surges 1% to $4,346
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Buying frenzy powers PSX up by 3,353 points
KSE-100 index extends winning streak over economic optimism, lower oil prices
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IMF blocks tax relief on education
Pencils, books remain taxed; import age limit lifted for cars meeting standards
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Rs1 per unit power tariff hike feared
Petroleum Division seeks higher price for diversion of local gas from CNG stations to LNG plants
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More global bond issues on horizon
Aurangzeb plans bilateral to commercial debt swap
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Punjab allocates Rs91.9b for agriculture
Green tractors, Kissan Card, livestock get major funding in FY27 budget
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Oil prices fall 5% to 3-month low
Brent crude futures fell $4.25, or 5.1%, to $78.92 a barrel
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Iranian currency demand soars in Pakistan's market
It comes following US-Iran agreement on ending war, easing oil price uncertainty
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Buying frenzy powers PSX up 3,353 points
KSE-100 Index extends winning rally, settles at 180,392.98 as optimism over economic outlook
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ECC to revisit Engro terminal lease on objections
Qaiser Sheikh terms 30-year extension without bidding illegal; cabinet referred matter back
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Oil falls $4 to three-month low
Brent crude futures fell $4.11, or 4.71%, to $83.22 a barrel by 1730 GMT, US WTI was at $80.54, down $4.34, or 5.11%
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Gold rallies as global prices hit 1-week high
Surges Rs10,800 to Rs455,136 per tola; rupee inches up
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Factbox: Key points of 14-point US-Iran draft agreement
Draft defers many of the most difficult issues, including how Iran's nuclear programme is dismantled
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Trump says Iran accord to be signed 'shortly', 'maybe' Thursday or Friday
Defends US-Iran deal, says he does not want an economic catastrophe triggered by continued Middle East war
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Clinton says Netanyahu is 'obsessed' with Iran, Saudi normalisation
Says issue of attacking Iran was a recurring topic
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Pentagon restores US Pacific Command name after removing 'Indo' from title
says decision reflects command's long history and military heritage in Pacific region
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China offers humanitarian aid to Iran, Lebanon as warring sides move to end war
Says as good friend of Middle Eastern countries, China will continue to provide support
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Exhibit honoring Muhammad Ali Jinnah opens in Istanbul
'The Founding Memory of a Nation' exhibition marks the 150th anniversary of Jinnah's birth
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'Turkiye-Qatar-Pakistan axis is worrying,' says Israeli cabinet minister
'We are witnessing the rise of a new axis,' says Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli amid Netanyahu criticism
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Netanyahu, Israel's arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal
Domestic critics say Netanyahu focused security away from the Gaza border and disregarded Hamas as a real threat
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Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran?
A look at Iran's missile capacity, power projection, nuclear program, domestic and regional power
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China's top diplomat urges efforts to 'commit firmly' to Mideast ceasefire
Wang Yi emphasises 'concrete action' to improve global governance amid turbulence, transformation
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France braces for heatwave with canal swimming allowed in Paris
Paris pours more than €1bn into making waters clean enough for 2024 Olympics
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US-Iran deal can be 'game changer', says Canadian PM
Talks on final US-Iran settlement to end conflict begin Friday
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Iranian tankers exit US blockade zone ahead of peace talks
Negotiations on final deal start immediately after Swiss signing ceremony and continue during 60-day window
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US lifts Iran blockade ahead of MoU signing
US lifts Iran blockade ahead of MoU signing
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Beijing sees tougher US-Iran talks ahead
Beijing sees tougher US-Iran talks ahead
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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde
The 2010 world champions were unable to find a breakthrough against the underdogs
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US Open practice begins in Shinnecock
Scottie Scheffler is seeking a career Grand Slam
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Crystal Palace appoint Sage as manager
He agreed a three-year contract with the Premier League club
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England ready to take final step: Saka
They reached the World Cup quarter-finals in Qatar
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Uruguay frustrated by dogged Saudi Arabia in World Cup draw
Both teams settled with a 1-1 draw
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Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener
Goals from Rezaeian and Mohebbi secured a point for Iran
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Knicks owner Dolan gets some relief
The NBA title was secured by the New York Knicks on Saturday
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Serena to play doubles with sister Venus at Wimbledon
She will play at Wimbledon for the first time since 2022
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Klopp criticised for Nagelsmann jibe
The former Liverpool coach was critical of Nagelsmann'sstarting line-up
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Iran head coach says team was ordered to leave US just after World Cup opener
Iranian national team head coach says his team is 'most repressed team in the whole World Cup'
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World Cup teams blast UEFA chief
A group of 13 World Cup teams complained about uninteresting matches
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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde
The 2010 world champions were unable to find a breakthrough against the underdogs
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Ghana coach enters record books at his fifth World Cup in row
Queiroz is hailed in his native Portugal as a trendsetter
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Iran team arrive in US for World Cup opener as the two nations reach peace deal
Coach says team hopes to bring joy to Iranians everywhere
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Blood sport at the White House
Justin Gaethje stunned Ilia Topuria to take the lightweight championship









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