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Is theatre stirring again?
OTT & dramas may have pushed theatre to the margins, Monkey Business proves live performance still has bite
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Pindi property tax shortfall hits 56%
Chronic non-payment and disputes blamed for low recovery
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Newlywed girl killed in 'targeted' attack
Police examine motive as husband survives with injuries
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Inside Hindutva’s American headquarters
A Washington-based outfit is quietly spreading Modi’s Hindutva by weaponising lawsuits, lobbying, liberal discourse
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Terror triangle: Taliban, TTP, BLA
The convergence of religious extremist and ethno-nationalist groups complicates Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts
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Dhurandhar & Company: Just Bollywood radicalising?
As mainstream Indian films align more closely with state ideology, entertainment becomes an instrument of persuasion
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Holly Ramsay marries Olympian Adam Peaty in festive wedding
The famous chef says he loves his daughter and that he couldn't be a "prouder dad" in a short note on Instagram
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From misfits to MAGA: Nicki Minaj's political whiplash
The 43-year-old shifts from condemning US president to praising his leadership
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A night out on the town during Nigeria's 'Detty December'
Lagos, the economic capital of the continent's most populous country, is abuzz
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Pro-Khalistan Sikhs, Indian Hindu protesters clash outside Bangladesh embassy in London
UK police quickly separated two groups, restored order and dispersed protesters from area outside embassy
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Acting MS, Sargodha health CEO removed
Lone doctor found on duty during inspection of Kot Momin THQ Hospital
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K-P approves hiring of 10,000 schoolteachers
Temporary teachers to be recruited through Parent-Teacher Councils
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Countering terror and proxies
Arrest of ISIS-K member highlights growing threat from cross-border militant groups in Balochistan and beyond
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Political bickering?
PM Sharif’s call for dialogue more about perception than substance, with no pressure to make concessions
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India should fear its own media
Godi media, coined by Ravish Kumar, is now seen as a key driver of information disorder spread by Modi's followers
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Away from fossils
Pakistan’s dependence on fossil fuels unsustainable, prompting calls for solarisation, energy reforms, emission cuts
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A year of fragile balance
Pakistan meets IMF conditions for stability, but cuts to social services, skilled worker loss cause long-term harm
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The stable (in) stability?
Stability can be attained in two ways: first, through inclusive public prosperity, second, through brute strategies
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PCB clears 10 bidders for auction of two new HBL PSL franchises
Successful bidders to pick franchise team names from Rawalpindi, Hyderabad, Faisalabad, Gilgit, Muzaffarabad, Sialkot
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Over 180 cameras, modern facilities turn Rawalpindi Railway Station ‘smart’
Wi-Fi and LED screens have been installed, and exemplary cleanliness system has also been in place at the station
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Bilawal warns against ‘political extremism’, urges dialogue to end divisions
Says political forces must find a path to save Pakistan from political crisis, on BB’s 18th death anniversary
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Rawalpindi's Basant lovers vow to celebrate event despite strict restirctions
DC Cheema warns of cases to be registered against violators with up to six-month imprisonment and Rs0.5m fine
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The year the rivers reclaimed their routes
Floods that struck Punjab in 2025 are now being described as the most devastating deluge in the province’s history
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Pindi to have two towns, two mayors, four deputy mayors under new LG system
District council and municipal corporation systems to be abolished once the new framework implemented
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Over 200 killed in ethnic attacks by Sudan’s RSF in Darfur, doctors group says
Killings occurred amid North Darfur fighting as Joint Force said it repelled RSF attacks in the region
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New year delight for tourists as northern valleys set to receive fresh snowfall
PMD forecasts widespread rain, snowfall from Dec 30 through January 02 covering major tourist destinations
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China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction
Move highlights Beijing’s push to guide rapid consumer AI rollout with stronger safety and ethics
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Pakistan ready to join Gaza peace force if mandate excludes disarming Hamas: Dar
Describes the issue of participation in the proposed International Stabilisation Force as 'highly sensitive'
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At least 15 dead, 19 injured in Guatemala bus accident
Crash occurred between km 172 and 174 in Solola, an area known for dense fog and poor visibility
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Pakistan rejects Israeli recognition of Somaliland, backs Somalia’s sovereignty
FO says Israeli illegal and provocative actions constitute a flagrant violation of international law
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Former SBP governor Shamshad Akhtar dies at 71
She served as 14th SBP governor and later as caretaker finance minister before the 2018 and 2024 general elections
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Shaheen Afridi suffers injury scare in BBL
He didn’t complete four overs against Adelaide Strikers and walked off the filed
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Sabalenka, Kyrgios relishing 'Battle of the Sexes' challenge
Sunday's showdown is seen by many as entertainment
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Saudi-led coalition warns it will counter STC military moves in Yemen
UAE-backed STC ousted Saudi-backed government from Aden HQ, claiming broad control across south
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Joe Root hails England's bravery
The visitors clinched a four-wicket win on day two
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Four terrorists killed in Panjgur IBO: ISPR
Weapons and explosives recovered; slain outlaws involved in terrorist activities in the area
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Islamabad picks concrete over trees, angering residents
Many residents fear that vision is steadily being eroded, with concrete replacing green spaces
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JI chief says operations no solution to terror
He said two years have passed since the rigged elections, leaving the government without public support
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Anti-narcotics drive yields zero recoveries
Excise and Narcotics teams continued to conduct routine visits to colleges, universities and major schools
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My Karachi Expo shows resilience of the city: CM Murad
He said stalls from several countries showcased products, culture, adding to event's international character
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Encounters strain jail medical facilities
Gujranwala jail houses 160 injured inmates
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City receives 900k vehicles during Basant
Govt transport serves record number of passengers
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Mass evacuation from Tirah nears completion
Over 26,000 families registered as displacement hits 95% in Khyber district
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Rampant deforestation threatens wildlife
Illegal tree cutting in Lashariwala jungle causes food shortage for animals
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Many Karachi areas to see 4-day water supply cut
Seven-foot diameter main line repair to cut 200 MGD from Dhabeji supply; several areas to face shortages
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Did judiciary rise to the occasion
Election disputes, PTI cases linger on amid legitimacy concerns
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Girls shine at Thar sports festival
Festival aimed not only to provide entertainment but also to create sporting opportunities for local youth and girls
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Feb 8 protest call falls flat in Punjab
CM Maryam mocks PTI over 'failure' to record protest
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Korangi records six dog bite cases in a single day
MQM-P slams govt over surge in stray dog attacks
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Basant concludes with heavy turnout, tight security
Celebrations unfolded over several days, shaped by shifting moods and weather
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Zardari warns of 'pre-9/11' conditions in Afghanistan
President links recent Islamabad bombing, Balochistan assaults to militancy based in Afghanistan
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Pakistan's lost economic freedom
Indices show reform momentum, but taxation, informality weigh on outlook
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Gold outside the system
Undocumented household gold could strengthen reserves, broaden tax base and reduce external vulnerability
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Phases of PSX boom
Waning corporate profits, higher crude prices may create jitters in market
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Beetroot: a less-explored commodity
As climate pressure mounts, old European crop beginning to draw attention at home
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Clean energy: what we hand over to next generation
From public health to industrial competitiveness, energy choices today shape future workforce and economy
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World Bank reaffirms commitment to $20b Pakistan development programme
Finance Minister Aurangzeb meets group's MD Anna Bjerde on sidelines of AlUla Conference in Saudi Arabia
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Pak exhibitors shine at Sichuan festival
Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship
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PSX ends flat on Friday's heavy sell-off
KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points
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Seed approval process streamlined to cut delays
Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan eye trade boost
Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation
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China's bank buys gold for 15th month
PBOC halted an 18-month-long gold buying streak in May 2024, but resumed purchases six months later
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Export relief may prove temporary fix
Business leaders call for structural reforms in energy and taxation, clarity from IMF
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Water supply suspension halts SITE industries
Industry body cautions prolonged disruption will cause factory closures, mass unemployment
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Senate pledges support for investment
Acting chairman cites youth workforce, SMEs and Gwadar as pillars of economic growth
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IT talent export to KSA hits new high
Vision 2030 drives demand for AI, highlighting scope for high-skilled jobs
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Japan's 'Iron Lady' Takaichi forges stunning election win
Japan's Takaichi, inspired by Thatcher, projected to win up to 328 of 465 lower house seats
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Bangladesh seeks UN help to probe killing of uprising leader
Hadi, 32, was shot by masked attackers in Dhaka last December and later died in a Singapore
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Eight killed in explosion in northern China, state media says
State media said an explosion occurred early Saturday in Shuoyang, Shanxi province
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New Zealand to hear Christchurch mosque shooter's appeal against sentence
Man convicted of murdering 51 people at two New Zealand mosques in 2019 will start an appeal hearing on Monday
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Meloni condemns 'enemies of Italy' after clashes in Olympics host city
Italian PM hits out as 100 break from march; rail network also sabotaged in separate attacks
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Iran says right to enrich uranium is key to success of US nuclear talks
Araqchi said Iran’s insistence on enrichment is tied to sovereignty as talks with the US seek to rebuild trust
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Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles
Zelenskiy said he had also imposed sanctions against the Russian financial sector
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Suspect in attack on Russian intelligence officer Vladimir Alexeyev detained in Dubai
Russian FM Sergei Lavrov accuses Ukraine of orchestrating assassination attempt to sabotage peace talks
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Bangladesh election tests India’s influence as China steps in
Analysts say Dhaka’s growing engagement with China could reshape South Asia’s balance of power after the Hasina era
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India, Malaysia exchange 11 cooperation pacts during Modi visit
Agreements cover semiconductors, peacekeeping as countries aim for trade surpassing last year's $18.6bn
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory
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Markram says South Africa Test success bodes well for T20 World Cup
The Proteas will face Canada in the campaign opener
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Vonn's Olympic dream cut short
Johnson claims downhill gold
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Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE
He took the coaching role in February 2024
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Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear
Manchester United pile pressure on Spurs’ Frank
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From threats to please
Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India
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Barca beat Mallorca to extend Liga lead
Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory
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Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase
They chased 183 with five wickets to spare
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'Miracolo': Football-mad Italy make cricket World Cup debut
They are set to debut against Scotland at famous Eden Gardens
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Pakistan rewrites the cricket script
Pakistan’s refusal to play India at the T20 World Cup challenges a decade-old norm, exposing power, precedent and cost
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ICC to brief on outcome of talks with PCB over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
Delegation meets PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi in Lahore; BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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Suryakumar's 84 leads India to opening win over USA in T20 World Cup
Chasing 162, the US slumped to 13-3 as late call-up Siraj struck twice early
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PCB 'categorically rejects' Indian journalist's claim of approaching ICC on T20 World Cup row
'A little patience and time will clearly show who actually went knocking and who didn’t,' spokesperson says
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ICC in talks to revive Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash
ICC seeking resolution through dialogue and not confrontation, says source close to developments
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Shepherd takes hat-trick as West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup
He grabbed a sensational four wickets in five balls in the 17th over










































































































