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Pakistan & AI
The theme of this year's report focuses on AI and its vast potential to accelerate human development.
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Relentless power outages
This is not simply a matter of infrastructure or electricity theft
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Eid under occupation
This war is no longer about defence; it is about domination and total annihilation
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Story of missed targets
The tax collection target is likely to swell to Rs16 trillion
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Advice and accountability
The role of consulting firms in designing such systems begs not just the question of accountability but also of hubris
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Orlando Bloom expresses optimism about potential return to Pirates of the Caribbean franchise
Orlando Bloom discusses potential Pirates of the Caribbean comeback, during ITV interview on Deep Cover promo tour.
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JD Vance denies Gaza genocide after Theo Von confronts him on This Past Weekend podcast
Theo Von confronts JD Vance on Gaza war, genocide claims and U.S. role in Israeli military aid.
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TikTok star Khaby Lame detained in US over visa violation
Khaby Lame, 25, detained in US for visa overstay after Met Gala visit; released same day and has left the country
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Israel waging 'campaign to obliterate Palestinian life in Gaza': UN expert
Israel committed "extermination" in Gaza, targeting civilians in shelters in a bid to erase Palestinian life
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Bilawal warns Pakistan-India war threshold at ‘historic low’
Former foreign minister cautions that another attack could immediately trigger war
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Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds dismissed
Justin Baldoni’s $400 million counter-lawsuit dismissed by court, citing insufficient evidence for defamation.
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White House defends crackdown on protesters in LA as Trump calls for California governor's arrest
Trump's immigration policy sparks fierce clash between Democrats and Republicans over migrant deportations
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Air Karachi gets CAA nod, hopes to launch soon
Retired Air Vice Marshal Imran Qadir to lead Air Karachi as COO, backed by ex-Pakistan Air Force team
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Sana Mir becomes first Pakistani woman to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame
Sana was honoured alongside MS Dhoni, Sarah Taylor, Hashim Amla, Graeme Smith, Matthew Hayden, and Daniel Vettori
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America’s immigration dilemma: Law, accountability, and the crisis within
The writer is former press secretary to the president and former press minister at the Embassy of Pakistan to France
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US and China hold trade talks in London to ease tensions
London talks follow first public call between Trump and Xi since his return to the White House, held just days earlier
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Dozens of containers lost at sea as fire erupts on Mumbai-bound ship
270m vessel left Colombo on June 7, expected to reach Mumbai by June 10 with a 12.5m draft.
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Former beauty queen and Univision TV host, Patricia Fuenmayor dies at 51
Univision correspondent Patricia Fuenmayor dies at 51 following a private battle with cancer.
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Development banks pledge €3b to fight ocean plastic by 2030
UN warns ocean plastic waste could triple to 37M tons a year by 2040, up from 11M tons in 2021 if trends continue
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Apple braces for turbulent WWDC amid technical, regulatory storm
Apple lags in AI upgrades as rivals surge; courts may soon challenge App Store rules and fees in US and Europe
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Bilawal slams Indian aggression at Chatham House, calls for global action
The delegation stressed Pakistan’s armed forces, with the full support of the people, gave a strong response to India
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Pakistan's IT sector emerges as fastest-growing industry
The telecom sector also posted strong performance, with revenues reaching Rs803b
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Over one million Pakistanis went abroad for work in FY 2024–25: Economic Survey
Report highlights labor migration trends across provinces and regions, with Punjab leading way by significant margin
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Pakistan’s health spending below 1% of GDP, reveals Economic Survey 2024–25
The report reveals that the total allocation for health during the current fiscal year stood at Rs. 925 billion
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India blocks Sikh pilgrims from visiting Pakistan for Guru Arjan Dev Ji anniversary
PSGPC says Indian action undermines religious harmony
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Pakistan Economic Survey 2024–25: wins, warnings and what’s next
Real GDP recorded growth of 2.68% in FY2025
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Pakistan’s power capacity hits 46,605 MW, idle plant costs burden consumers
The government said that this increase is primarily attributed to the addition of 2,813 MW through net metering.
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Economic Survey shows GDP, investment targets missed, inflation remains under control
Government managed to consolidate economic recovery by avoiding a ‘sugar rush’
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Portugal defeat Spain on penalties to clinch Nations League title
Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored his 138th international goal, plays key role in final
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Chinese defence stocks surge as Pakistan buys J-35 stealth jets
PM Shehbaz's post last week confirmed Pakistan’s purchase of China’s J-35 stealth jets
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Clashes escalate in Los Angeles after Trump sends in National Guard
Governor Gavin calls Guard deployment illegal; Trump accuses protesters of inciting violence
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Japanese troops injured in blast at US military base in Okinawa
Tokyo's Defence ministry says an investigation is underway following the blast.
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Govt set to unveil Pakistan Economic Survey 2024–25
Speaker Ayaz Sadiq approves NA session schedule; Budget 2025–26 to be presented on June 10
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African lion rescued in Gujranwala after abuse video circulates on TikTok
Suspect identified as Muhammad Usman, son of Muhammad Shahid, remains at large
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Israeli forces seize Gaza-bound humanitarian vessel Madleen in international waters
Footage shows crew with raised hands as Israeli forces board the humanitarian ship
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National Guard troops arrive in Los Angeles as immigration protests intensify
Footage shows military vehicles, riot shields at LA federal building after DHS says 1,000 rioted Friday; unverified.
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Tens of thousands rally in Spain for PM Sanchez to resign over corruption
In 2024, Sánchez considered quitting as a court probed his wife over claims of influence peddling and corruption.
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Powerful 6.5-magnitude earthquake shakes Colombian capital Bogota
Central Colombia saw a similar 6.5 quake in 1999 that killed nearly 1,200, highlighting the region’s seismic risk
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Ayaz Sadiq thanks Saudi crown prince for support to Pakistan during 'difficult times'
Meeting took place during a royal luncheon hosted by the crown prince for Muslim leaders in the kingdom for the Hajj
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Iran to reveal ‘treasure trove’ of sensitive Israeli documents, says intelligence minister
Unclear if Iran’s disclosure ties to last year’s reported hack of Israeli nuclear site amid rising nuclear tensions
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Trump’s travel ban on 12 countries set to take effect from Monday
Trump's travel ban echoes his first-term move, aiming to restrict immigration and bar entry from several nations
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Govt to unveil Economic Survey 2024-2025 tomorrow
In FY2023-24, Pakistan's GDP grew 2.68%, falling short of the 3.6% target with agriculture, services sectors lagging
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Five firefighters injured as blaze rips through factories in Karachi's Landhi area
Cause of fire unknown, but stored chemicals and fabrics fueled rapid spread, say authorities
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Israel orders military to block Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
Pro-Palestinian flotilla's UK-flagged yacht heads from Sicily toward Gaza, now off Egypt, defying Israeli blockade
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Meta in talks over potential $10b investment in AI firm Scale AI, says Bloomberg
Meta aims to launch an AI tool by next year to help brands fully create and target ads, WSJ reports
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Pakistan delegation reaches UK after 'successful' talks in US
'Intervention' of global powers necessary to facilitate talks with India, neutral probe: Dastgir
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Pakistani celebrity couples share Eidul Azha moments
Celebrities took to Instagram, sharing festive Eid ul Azha pictures with family
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Second day of Eidul Azha being celebrated across Pakistan
Tourist activity surges in country's northern regions
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Palestinian death toll mounts with over 100 killed during Eid
Hospitals at risk of becoming 'graveyards' within 48 hours if fuel shortage persists, warn Gazan health sources
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Trump deploys National Guard to LA as immigration raids spark protests
US Defense Secretary warns Marines may be deployed if unrest continues in California
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Bribery allegations shake Afghan e-visa probe
FIA officers arrested for seeking Rs2m for aiding scam suspects
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Rawalpindi declares flood emergency
District administration sets up seven flood relief camps in vulnerable areas
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Cherry prices rise with summer heat
In twin cities, cherries being sold at around Rs700 per kilogramme
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Shogran visitors decry exploitation
Accuse hotel owners of charging exorbitant rates without official categorisation
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Suspended MPAs split over protest limitation
Majority adamant, a few advocate continued negotiations
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PSX marks 2nd week of record highs
Index climbs 2,351 points, aided by US trade deal, $2b Azerbaijan investment
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India eases sulphur emission rules
Exempts 79% of coal-fired power plants from installing clean air equipment
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US customs duties top $100b for first time
Treasury secretary says Washington 'reaping rewards' from Trump's tariff agenda
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Chery denies improper subsidy declarations
Automaker says it has truthfully reported about not collecting certificates for earlier sales
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Wall Street slips on Trump tariff threats
Tensions with Canada, Brazil rise; Meta falls, Nvidia, AeroVironment gain
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Unjustified methyl bromide imports banned
Govt halts pesticide shipments worth $1m, suspends company licence
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Vietnam's trade expansion offers export opportunity
Minister says Pakistan can take larger slice of Hanoi's rising global trade
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PIA incurs net loss of Rs4.6 billion
Finance ministry says Rs26b 'accounting profit' is not sign of operational earnings
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Gold prices surge in global, domestic markets
The upward trend in gold prices continued in local gold markets on Saturday as well
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Businessmen slam punitive laws
Demand suspension of arrest powers, penalty on use of high cash; threaten protest
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SPI rises 0.95% on food price spike
Chicken, tomatoes drive short-term inflation surge; annual trend shows 1.23% fall
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State Bank injects Rs1.7tr via dual OMOs
Gold reaches Rs357,000/tola as global prices surge; PKR appreciates 10 paisa vs dollar
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Uzbekistan sees avenues for exploration ventures
Pakistan proposes Energy Working Group
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At least 60 Palestinians killed, 180 wounded in Israeli strikes today
UNRWA urges Israel to end Gaza siege amid rising concern over worsening humanitarian conditions
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Satellite images shows Iran hit US comms dome at Qatar military base
Iranian missile attack was carried out in retaliation for a US bombing of three nuclear sites in Iran
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Russia's overnight drone, missile strikes on Ukraine's western cities kill two
Several fires broke out across the city while residential houses, administrative buildings were damaged, officials say
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Air India crash probe highlights cockpit confusion over fuel switch
Tata's airline revamp faces turbulence as crash tests Air India's safety and reputation overhaul aims
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PKK militants burn weapons in Iraq to launch disarmament
Helicopters hovered overhead, with dozens of Iraqi Kurdish security forces surrounding the mountainous area
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'All Crew Muslim': ships look to dodge Red Sea attacks with messages
The Red Sea is a critical waterway for oil and commodities
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State Dept starts firing over 1,350 workers
The layoffs, which affect 1,107 civil service and 246 foreign service officers based in the United States
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Talks with Chinese FM 'positive': Rubio
Says good chance of Trump-Xi talks amid trade tensions
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3m Afghans could return this year: UN
Over 1.6 million Afghans have already returned from Pakistan and Iran this year
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Bosnians honour Srebrenica genocide victims 30 years on
Families buried the partial remains of seven victims, one of them a woman
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UN reports 798 deaths near Gaza aid hubs in six weeks
The GHF uses private US security and logistics companies to get supplies into Gaza
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UN talks on Israel-Palestinian solution set for July 28–29
The conference was convened by the UN General Assembly and is co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia
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Trump visits Texas to survey flood damage as death toll rises to 120
Deadly floods renew debate over Trump’s plan to replace FEMA with state-led disaster response efforts
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US State Dept to fire 1,350 staffers in diplomatic overhaul
The shake-up is part of an unprecedented push by Trump to shrink the federal bureaucracy
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Nigerian forces kill 150 criminals during gunfight, airstrikes
The heavily armed bandits, riding on around 350 motorcycles, were heading to their base in neighbouring Niger state
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Wasim Akram hails Mitchell Starc as ‘modern-day great’ ahead of 100th Test
Starc will reach the milestone later Saturday when the third Test against the West Indies begins in Jamaica
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Pak set to bar hockey team from India events
PHF may request FIH, AHF to relocate tournaments
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Sinner stuns Djokovic to reach first Wimbledon final
Sinner will face Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in a tantalising re-match of their recent French Open humdinger
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Bumrah strikes for India as Eng post 387 in Test
Tailender Carse frustrates India with 56; Archer strikes
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Pogacar wins Tour de France stage 7
He outsprinted rival Vinegegaard and Onley took the third place
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Lyles back, ready to 'run fast', as Tebogo lurks
The American will have to go through the Paris Olympic 200m winner for the title at Monaco meet
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PSG and Chelsea set for CWC final showdown
Wenger defends Club World Cup amid Klopp criticism
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Yasir, Bilal triumph in Westbury Tennis
Mehwish, Talat outplay rivals in ladies singles
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Alcaraz in 3rd successive Wimbledon final
He subdued Fritz in two hours and 49 minutes to continue his title defence
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A century of Tests is a privilege, says Starc
He is just five wickets away from the coveted 400-mark
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Pak reach U-18 Asia Cup hockey final
Green Shirts face Japan in grand finale at China's Dazhou
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Sinner sets up Wimbledon final against Alcaraz after stunning Djokovic in straight sets
World No.1 Italian eyes revenge for Paris loss against the Spaniard, who won the last two Wimbledon titles
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Pakistan beat Malaysia to reach U-18 Asia Cup final
The match ended in a 3-3 draw, but Pakistan eventually held their nerve to edge past Malaysia in the penalty shootout
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Salman Ali Agha talks teammates, movie roles, and his secret talent for poetry
In a candid interview, T20I captain Agha revealed fun team dynamics, including which players would be cast in a film
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Morgan Gibbs-White set to complete £60m move to Tottenham
Morgan Gibbs-White is set for a £60m move to Tottenham, with a medical scheduled for Friday before finalising the deal