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PSL 11 preparations in limbo
Key decisions remain unresolved, with the new CEO Salman Naseer yet to form his team
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Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh in second Test to seal series
The hosts completed a thumping innings and 78-run victory
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Dates for Asia Cup 2025 revealed
UAE and Sri Lanka are likely to co-host the event
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Agri sector: solving the implementation impasse
Agriculture sector this year has been poor with a fall in production of most major crops and overall growth of 0.56%
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Israel-Iran conflict — how the world will change post-war
There is all the likelihood of another sovereign state being bullied and attacked by a ruthless power
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Kashmore's criminality: a way forward?
The citizens of Kashmore recently travelled to Islamabad to protest the rampant criminality
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Climate brunt on Asia
Asia's increased vulnerability to climate change also puts some of the world's most vast mountainous areas at risk
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Heavier gas burden
The lack of a progressive taxation model and repeated reliance on indirect levies do not show fiscal prudence
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Reserved seats
This was fait accompli for PTI, as its logic and argument on the reserved seats was found untenable
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Pakistan's poverty is political
A middle-aged bakery salesman I know was earning Rs7,500 until recently
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Ginny & Georgia review: a story as messy as life itself
Ginny & Georgia is a raw, unfiltered look at the ties that bind us, break us, and redeem us
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Pakistan’s financial inclusion test: a tap away but still out of reach?
Mobile wallets are rising, but trust, gender gap & low usage reveal deeper challenges
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The Iran-Israel War: lessons learnt & unlearnt
The war carries profound geostrategic, political & military implications for the broader region & the world
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AI breakthrough helps detect hidden apps on smartphones
Study finds machine learning can detect hidden vault apps on Android with up to 98% accuracy, aiding digital forensics
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G7 agrees on tax exemption framework for US, UK companies
The group has created a 'side-by-side' system after the US agreed to scrap Section 899 from Trump's tax bill
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President, PM condemn North Waziristan attack, vow to defeat terrorism
Both leaders paid tribute to the martyred soldiers and lauded security forces for killing 14 terrorists in exchange
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At least 31 dead in rain-related incidents across Punjab, K-P
PMD warns initial monsoon spell bringing heavy rain from Islamabad to Karachi, with more expected in coming days
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Birthright citizenship challenge still looms for Trump
Ruling leaves room for class actions against Trump policy challenging birthright citizenship for those born in the US
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US sanctions Sudan over alleged use of chemical weapons
Since April 2023, Sudan war sparked war crimes claims; US says RSF committed genocide in January
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ECP rejects criticism after SC ruling on reserved seats
Commission says it doesn’t alter decisions due to political pressure or for cheap popularity
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Tollinton Market revamp sparks controversy
Pet traders face uncertainty as the government orders relocation without providing an alternative site for business
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Pakistan records largest drop in default risk among emerging markets
Bloomberg names Pakistan most improved emerging market economy as default risk falls from 59% to 47% in 12 months
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Guizhou province hit again as flood submerges riverside city
Rongjiang hit by record rains twice June’s average; 6 dead, 80,000 displaced in city of 300,000 at river confluence
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13 troops martyred in suicide attack on military convoy in North Waziristan
Army chief vows to unmask the ‘true perpetrator of terrorism in the region’
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What India calls 'terrorism' is a legal struggle for rights: field marshal
Asim Munir says India is escalating tensions deliberately as Pakistan nears success in fight against terrorism
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PM extends olive branch to PTI amid reserve seats setback
Shehbaz Sharif approached PTI’s Gohar Ali Khan, extending a formal invitation for direct talks earlier this week
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Govt denies setting $100m price for Roosevelt Hotel sale
The Privatisation Commission called the valuation claim misleading, stating that no price has been fixed for the hotel
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UK distances new MI6 chief from Nazi spy grandfather
UK distances MI6's first female chief from grandfather accused of being Nazi spy known as "the butcher"
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CDA to be dissolved, all powers to shift to Metropolitan Corporation: IHC
Court directs refund of illegally collected charges
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Five IHC judges challenge SC ruling on judicial transfers, seniority
Seek stay on judicial, administrative functions of three judges transferred to IHC
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PM Shehbaz hails arbitration court ruling over IWT
PM praised Law Minister and Attorney General for their legal contributions to the case
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Swat Flash Flood: K-P announces compensation for victim's families
The Chief Secretary stated that several officials were suspended for negligence
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Trump denies reports of $30bn nuclear offer to Iran
Trump says no such deal was discussed, blasting the media for misinformation.
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China expands compensation for flood-hit communities
Central government will now bear 70% of all compensation funds, with local governments responsible for the rest
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to enhance tech collaboration
Discuss the establishment of the Pakistan Digital Corridor to China and Central Asia
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Iran slams Trump over 'disrespectful' remarks on Supreme Leader
Iranian FM warned that such language would not help efforts to restart negotiations
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Karachi weather update: Rainfall brings a break from heat
Residents are advised to remain cautious on the roads
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Iran holds mass funeral for top brass assassinated by Israeli strikes
State funeral began in Enghelab Square; procession moving towards symbolic Azadi Square
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Trump says Gaza ceasefire possible next week
At least 14 people killed in Gaza since dawn: Medical sources
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PNSC eyes $700m freight earnings in 3 years
Plan to expand fleet, grow cargo handling, build local vessels unveiled, and push for green, digital transformation
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Role of youth stressed to tackle climate challenges
Key feature of the event was the Youth-Led Action (YLA) Showcasing Event
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CM distributes Rs400m to specially-abled people
Says 12 rehabilitation centres will be functional by end of year, one in each district
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SHC stays reversion of BPS 18 officer to 30-year-old post
LUMHS officer tells court he was stripped of years of promotions on CM's orders
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Pre-monsoon showers sweep through Sindh
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) recording up to 53 millimeters rain by 5.30 pm in Tharparkar
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Two children killed, 11 injured in seminary roof collapse
Roof of only one part of the seminary caved in, children in another room remained safe
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SBCA declares 740 buildings hazardous ahead of monsoon
588 of these buildings are in the metropolis alone
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Low-cost housing projects hit dead end
Bureaucratic hindrances, lack of political will have prevented many deserving families from living
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JI riles provincial, federal govts for ignoring Karachi
The JI leader expressed these views while addressing a post budget press briefing
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Women among robbers remanded to police custody
The complainant identified the accused in the courtroom
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Gang robs car showroom owner's house
Five robbers loot Rs130m cash, cellphones, wristwatches, designer perfumes
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IHC to hear Imaan Mazari, Hadi Ali Chattha sentence suspension pleas on July 24
Supreme Court has also scheduled the hearing on sentence suspension applications for on 21 July
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PMD warns of heavy rain, flash floods and landslides across Pakistan from July 18-25
Met Office says monsoon currents from Arabian Sea 'continuously penetrating upper and central parts of the country'
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24 terrorists killed in Bannu intelligence-based operations: ISPR
Says weapons were recovered from terrorists, were actively involved in numerous terrorist activities
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Dar concludes Shanghai visit after signing WAICO agreement, holding talks with Wang Yi
Also attended the opening ceremony of WAIC, which was inaugurated by President Xi Jinping
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Karachi Rangers attack 'mastermind' arrested
Police say plot was planned, directed from Afghanistan
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Malir river bridge to close for two days for expressway construction
Karachi Traffic Police urges citizens to use designated alternative routes during their journeys
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Pakistan Embassy in Washington hosts annual Mango Festival
Event featured Pakistani mango varieties, including Chaunsa, Anwar Ratol, Sindhri
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ECP plans sweeping electoral law reforms
Committee to plug legal gaps before the next general elections
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SC examines FCC's jurisdiction
Top court likely to announce order in NAB appeal case within next few days
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G-B demands interim province status
Proposed interim status would remain subject to any future plebiscite or political settlement of the AJK issue
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PM cracks whip on fuel hoarders amid Gulf conflict fallout
Warns of adverse effects of tensions on economy, seeks ‘comprehensive strategy’ for timely response
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FCC bolsters safeguards for minors' assets
Constitutional court stresses judicial scrutiny in cases involving children
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Pakistan leads GSP+ gains, faces reform test
In exports, Pakistan outperformed other GSP+ members, says 5th GSP
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Quetta-Turbat flight operation launched
The launch is hailed as a vital step toward ending years of travel isolation for the province
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Pakistan insists Iran-US mediation remains alive
FO admits peace process on hold but not dead
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Oil rises on intensifying US-Iran hostilities, threat of Red Sea closure
Tehran asks the Houthi organisation to stand ready to shut the Red Sea export route
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PSX up 2,838 points on renewed risk appetite
KSE-100 index extends rally, climbs 1.62% on US-Iran talk hopes
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Dutch textile firm opens office in Lahore
Netherlands' Beddinghouse shifts from sourcing to strategic investment in Pakistan
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PTC demands export refinance revival
Textile exports nearly stagnant at 0.26% as high costs, cotton shortage hit industry
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Wheat costs more despite record crop
Farmers, millers warn of crisis as supply disruptions, hoarding push bread price up
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Uber in $15b deal for Delivery Hero
Acquisition advances the US ride-hailing firm's efforts to build a global food-delivery business
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Digital exchanges eye Pakistani investors
Geopolitical shifts boost interest in country's online asset ecosystem
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Capital market development termed vital for growth
SECP aims to expand investor base to 2.5m through greater financial inclusion
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Reserves down $1.24b on debt repayments
SBP's forex deposits drop to $17.2b; rupee hits 19-month high; gold steady
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$3b Saudi rollover 'all good': FinMin
BISP vacancies spark Senate clash as Aurangzeb pushes digital payments
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Gwadar emerges as new bunkering hub
Commercial bunkering will boost maritime traffic and Pakistan's regional shipping ambitions
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PSX climbs 2,837 points as recovery momentum builds
KSE-100 rebounds with 1.62% gain after sharp Tuesday selloff
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Pakistan pitches China, UK for investment
$20b MoUs signed with China as UK assures support for reform agenda
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PSX regains ground, ends up 1,767 points
Value buying drives increase in KSE-100 index despite geopolitical fears
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NTC decision in soda ash case draws criticism
Respondents contend concerns remain unaddressed, no material injury suffered
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ABC, NBC, CNN do not air Trump's election-security speech live on primary channels
President calls snub 'plot,' demands broadcasters lose licenses
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Truth Social to sell trading firms 'fastest' access to Trump's posts
Paid feed debuts August 1, prompting Senate democrat to warn it financially enriches president's family
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India launches first hydrogen-powered train in clean energy push
Joins a small group of nations testing technology as part of efforts to decarbonise rail transport
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China’s Xi calls for ‘secure, controllable’ AI as competition with US grows
President Xi Jinping delivers keynote address at World AI Conference in Shanghai
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Iran says 38 killed, at least 400 injured since US resumed strikes on June 22
US strikes in Iran hit airport, bridges and railway station, killing 3
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Trump accuses China of 2020 election interference, contradicting US intel
US president says declassified material will reveal 'shocking vulnerabilities in our election infrastructure'
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Over 100 wildfires prompt Algeria to urgently recall civil protection personnel
Temperatures forecast to reach 48C or higher in some areas through Sunday
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Trump ‘pissed off’ by Netanyahu’s criticism of proposed F-35 sale to Turkiye: report
Israeli premier has sought White House meeting for weeks as tensions deepen over Iran diplomacy
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US-Iran duel shows no sign of abating
• Iran tells Houthis to close Red Sea gateway if US hits power network • White House says Tehran wants to make a deal
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Vance slams Israel for thwarting Iran talks
US VP says Epstein linked to Israeli 'deep state', US intel
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US limits stays of students, journalists
Green card applicants face renewed benefits test
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China unveils first consumption-focused five-year plan to drive growth
Beijing aims to boost domestic demand, target 60 trillion yuan in retail sales by 2030
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China posts steady 4.7% growth, defies global headwinds
Strong H1 growth driven by innovation, high-tech sectors and resilient domestic demand despite global slowdown
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Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday, White House says
White House says Trump will attend World Cup final, calling it the most watched and secure in US history
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All-rounder Mohammad Nawaz sanctioned for breaching ICC's anti-doping code
Nawaz admits anti-doping code violation, ICC says substance used outside competition
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2026 World Cup final: What to know ahead of Spain-Argentina clash
Argentina chase historic consecutive titles as Spain bid for a second World Cup crown
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Zidane era beckons for France
Le Blues suffered a 2-0 defeat against Spain in the semifinal
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England boss hammered by media after World Cup exit
The German came under fire for his defensive tactics
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Waerenskjold wins fastest ever TdF stage
He launched a long-range sprint to claim victory
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A place called home: US Soccer's hope for the future
They reached the round of 16 before crashing out against Belgium
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Hamilton eyes Schumacher's record
He returns to one of his favourite circuits for the 20th consecutive year
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Zaman Sohail, Fareeha Siddiq Crowned National Chess Champions
Zorais Shabkhez finished as runner-up with 4.5 points
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Hesson to complete Pakistan contract
He has no intention of accepting the England Test job
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Peshawar’s taxi driver keeping MMA dream alive amid official neglect
Muhammad Ibrahim and Ismail Khan battle poverty, injuries, and lack of support to nurture mixed martial arts
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Argentina World Cup semi-final hero Martinez 'dreamt' of scoring winner
Argentina will now take on Spain in Sunday's final in New Jersey
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Argentina late show sinks England and sets up World Cup final against Spain
Argentina's Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late goals to snatch a 2-1 win over England
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Argentina stun England in comeback
Lionel Messi provided both assists in 2-1 victory
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Gill stars as India beat England in 1st ODI
He top-scored with 80, from just 75 balls
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'Germany World Cup exit reveals structural failures’
They were dumped out of the tournament following a defeat against Paraguay










































































































