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Energy, geopolitics and the green shift
China's transition shows how clean energy can reshape geopolitics and reduce conflict risks
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Markets before institutions
Statist legacy continues to suppress entrepreneurship despite reform attempts
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FY27 budgeting in uncertain times
Tax systems designed primarily for extraction eventually undermine revenue due to weak economic growth
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Privatisation of state enterprises
Answer to dilemma is sure-fire sale of bankrupt SOEs in unchaotic and transparent manner
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Living on borrowed dollars
External sector fragility exposed as Pakistan prepares to repay $1b Eurobond
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AI brings Kilmer back as Hollywood wrestles with creative future
Posthumous performance fuels debate as industry leaders insist technology cannot replace human storytelling
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Ryan Gosling goes solo in space
Actor plays humanity's last hope in 'Project Hail Mary'
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Power, politics and peril define 'Dune: Part Three'
Zendaya and Chalamet return as the saga pivots to consequence and survival
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Oscars spotlight turns unforgiving
Priyanka Chopra faces online heat over reaction to Bardem's political message
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Shiraz, Muskan bring Eidi joy to village children
Pakistan's favourite child YouTubers prove to be a big hit in Karachi
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Celebrities urge joy, compassion as nation celebrates Eidul Fitr
They share heartfelt messages, personal stories, candid glimpses into their activities on auspicious occasion
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Seaside picnic ends in heartbreak
Teen swept away by powerful tides at Port Qasim
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Over 23,000 vehicles blacklisted, wanted in Karachi
Most offenders are bikers and vehicles without or unreadable number plates
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Government grounds wheels to tighten belt
Fuel costs, spending concerns prompt massive reduction across 47 departments
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Rain brings a pleasant start to Eid
Early showers drench the city, bringing cool weather, rainfall
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Karachi comes alive with festive fervour
From beaches to parks and food streets, citizens flock to celebrate Eid holidays
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Metallic clutches dominate Eid fashion trends
Unique designs attract shoppers; kundan embellishments add appeal
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Growing trend of toy weapons raises concern
Children spend Eid money on toy guns as sales surge in streets
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Parks attract crowds but rising costs keep poor away
Witness 700k visitors in two days as ticket prices surge
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Eid brings hope for broken households
Emotional meetings arranged for estranged parents, children
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Eid traffic crashes claim 44 lives
Youths, motorcyclists worst affected by accidents
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Suspected measles outbreak sparks alarm
Seven children die in week, health team initiates probe
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Girl dies in stray dog attack
CM seeks report from authorities
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Punjab's first skill city planned
Technical institutions to be upgraded to centres of excellence
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'Meethi Eid' lights up Lahore with festive spirit
Emotional homecomings, vibrant gatherings highlight festivities
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Eid brings joy, festive cheer to Quetta streets
Colorful fairs, rides delight children and families across the city
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School holidays extended in bid to save fuel
K-P wide closure from March 24-29 follows Eid break; online classes urged
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Robbers escape with Rs13.5m, 441 tola gold
The suspects broke through rear wall of the bank premises to gained entry
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Revitalising agriculture: prospects and challenges
The widening demand-production gap intensifies food insecurity, forces costly imports
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Celebrating Pakistan-Nordic partnership
Today, the Nordic region is one of the most integrated regions in the world
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A generation on the frontlines of climate disaster
These figures exceeded national averages, pointing toward a deepening child hunger emergency
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Leading from the Centre
Government's target to enrol 25,000 out-of-school children in Islamabad aims to raise nationwide enrollment rates
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War starving millions
Trump, Netanyahu are the architects of the shipping collapse, surge in fossil fuel prices, triggering inflation
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Eid and oneness
The festival should serve as an opportunity for some introspection in our divisive society
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Let's distribute Eidi of forgiveness
Fasting demands from us the sacrifice of our selfish pursuits
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SUPARCO kicks off 'Space4Climate Initiative' to boost climate resilience
GeoAI Climate Observatory integrates satellite data, analytics and models for policy insights
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PM Shehbaz, Indonesian president call for dialogue, diplomacy to resolve Middle East crisis
Both leaders pray for peace and harmony for the people of both countries, as well as for the Ummah
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PCB revises HBL PSL 11 schedule, reduces venues to Lahore and Karachi
Lahore will also host Eliminator 1, 2 and the final while the Qualifier will be played in Karachi
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Fire breaks out yet again at Gul Plaza, two months after deadly blaze
Deputy Commissioner South Amir Fazal Owaisi says the fire likely started by drug-addicted individuals
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Govt increases Rs200 levy on high-octane fuel for luxury cars to ease crisis
Petrol prices for ordinary vehicles, as well as fares for public transport and air travel, will remain unchanged
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Trump highlights quick resolution of Pak-India May 2025 conflict amid protacted war with Iran
Calling the Iran conflict a shame, Trump says the only reason he is doing it is to stop death
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UK House of Lords debates Imran Khan’s detention, raise concerns over health and jail access
Labour Party member Baroness Alexander says discussion is timely given Imran's 'deteriorating welfare'
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PTI’s Gohar defends Kasim’s UNHRC speech amid government uproar
Says Kasim made no anti-Pakistan remarks, vows to carry out any efforts to secure Imran's release under Constitution
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Country has sufficient petroleum products for April and beyond, monitoring committee says amid global crisis
FM Dar reviews petroleum stocks, directs authorities to ensure uninterrupted supply and safeguard reserves
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Fourth Pakistani Killed in UAE after missile debris falls during interception
Pakistan Embassy expresses deep sorrow over loss; Indian national also killed
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‘Megaphone theatrics’: FO slams Indian FM’s 'undiplomatic' remarks on Pakistani mediation in US-Iran war
Says such rhetoric betrays the essence of frustration as Pakistan’s approach is anchored in decorum
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Karachi, visits PPP's Sherry Rehman to condole daughter's passing
Says the sorrow of losing a young child is unbearable for parents
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Pakistan relaying messages in US-Iran indirect talks: FM Dar
FM says Washington shared 15 points with Tehran; Iran denies negotiations as conflict nears fourth week
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Pakistan stresses coordinated economic, energy response amid regional tensions
Zardari-led meeting reviews oil supply risks, security outlook as Islamabad relays US-Iran messages
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Armed men rob students in college van near Karachi's New Town area
IG Sindh Police Javed Alam Odho took notice of the incident and sought details from Additional IG Karachi Azad Khan
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ECP disqualifies PTI Senator Murad Saeed
Senate’s general seat from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa has been declared vacant
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Pollution levels improve across Punjab, but experts warn of factors worsening air quality
Authorities sealed several factories for violating emission standards, registered thousands of legal cases
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Mobile app-based fuel quota system on cards
Scheme to be restricted to motorcycles, rickshaws initially
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Tarar accuses PTI, Imran Khan’s sons of harming Pakistan’s economic and national interests
Information minister alleges bid to undermine GSP Plus status, says govt prevented default
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35 Pakistani universities feature in QS Subject Rankings 2026
Institutions show strength in engineering and agriculture but face gaps in global reputation and regional balance
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Weak governance undermines urban projects
Infrastructure investment gap widening to $125b by 2040, costing economy 6% of GDP
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PSDP cut by Rs100b for fuel subsidy
NHA, water sector face major cuts; Rs71b sought for OGRA claims
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Industrial tariff reform plan under review
Minister orders stakeholder consultations as indigenisation policy yields Rs12.7b local contracts
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Govt vows to maintain fertiliser market stability
Closely monitoring domestic and global situation to ensure uninterrupted supply
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SECP okays seven pension funds
Initiative is part of the government's broader strategy to shift away the traditional Defined Benefit pension system
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Railways' record earnings collide with safety fears
Derailments shake public confidence; travellers await upgraded tracks, signalling systems
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EVs face grid, land, trust deficits
Two firms plan 500 EV chargers as Pakistan eyes 3,000 by 2030
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Gold rollercoaster continues, up Rs15,200
Reaches Rs479,262/tola; safe-haven asset shifts to investment class in current condition
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PSX jumps 4,347 points on peace efforts
Investors cheer prospects of ME de-escalation and softer oil prices
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60% port dues cut to attract transshipment
3,700 containers await clearance as minister orders faster auctions, streamlined customs
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PSX jumps over 4,300 points on peace optimism
Benchmark KSE-100 index surges 2.82% as investors cheer prospects of de-escalation and softer oil prices
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Currencies pause amid uncertainty over US efforts to end Iran war
Fed hike odds jump to 26% from 70% cut probability week ago as Middle East war fuels inflation fears
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NEPRA okays competitive bidding for power supply
First 800MW wheeling auction expected around June or July 2026
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Renewables in focus over oil crisis
Over the years, Chinese expertise has helped build 5,000MW clean projects
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IMF blocks move to control SOE chiefs
Report flags weak governance, 300% loss surge despite Rs2.1tr fiscal support
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Trump says he does not know if US willing to make deal with Iran
'They're great negotiators and are begging for a deal, but I don't know if we'll do that,' Trump says
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Iran allows Bangladesh-bound oil tankers to transit Strait of Hormuz
Move follows Iran’s position that vessels not involved in hostile actions can transit the waterway
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Chinese FM warns of 'immeasurably serious consequences' if nuclear sites targeted in Mideast
Israel hit near Iranian nuclear facilities, then Iran also attacked some places near Israel's nuclear plant
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Iran ‘coordinated’ 220 attacks against US, Israeli-linked regional sites: IRGC
Says operations spanned fronts, including Hezbollah, Iraqi groups and Iranian drone strikes
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Only biological females, determined by gene screening, will be allowed in Olympic's female events
'Even the smallest margins can be the difference between victory and defeat' IOC president says
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24 dead after bus falls into river while boarding ferry in Bangladesh
A bus lost control near Daulatdia, overturned and sank 30 feet into a river, officials said Wed
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What does each side in the Iran war say it would accept for a deal?
A senior Iranian official says response to US proposals is not 'positive' and is reviewed
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Tanker carrying Russian oil hit by drone in Black Sea near Turkey
All 27 crew were safe, says Turkey's transport minister, adding that the coastguard had been dispatched to the vessel
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Stocks slide, oil gains with Mideast ceasefire prospects centre stage
The widening war has jolted global markets this month, sending oil prices soaring, reigniting inflation fears
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UN chief says Lebanon must not become next Gaza
Guterres warns of widening conflict, urges halt to Israel-Hezbollah fighting
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China says 'glimmer of hope' on Iran war talks
Yi in calls with Turkey, Egypt, suggested that both Tehran, Washington were willing to return to the negotiating table
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Israeli soldiers torture baby in Gaza to force father’s confession: report
Infant allegedly abused during interrogation near Al-Maghazi camp; father remains in custody
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Trump’s Beijing trip rescheduled for May after Iran delay
Cites ongoing military operations; summit with Xi set for May 14–15
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At UN rights body, Pakistan says Kashmir a legal reality
India's brutal actions had led to the systematic curtailment of fundamental freedoms
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Libya's coast guards tow damaged Russian tanker
The Russian-flagged Arctic Metagaz, carrying LNG from the Arctic port of Murmansk, has been adrift since early March
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PCB revises HBL PSL 11 schedule, reduces venues to Lahore and Karachi
Lahore will also host Eliminator 1, 2 and the final while the Qualifier will be played in Karachi
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PSG sweep past Nice to reclaim top spot
Luis Enrique hailed his side's "perfect evening" after reclaiming League 1 top spot
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James breaks NBA appearance record as Lakers win thriller
The Lakers superstar took the court for his 1,612th time
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South Africa clinch 19-run win over New Zealand in fourth T20
The visitors leveled the five-match series -2-2
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Sinner, defending champ Mensik advance to third round at Miami Open
The Russian defeated Japanese wildcard Rai Sakamoto
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Liverpool, Chelsea slip up in Champions League race
The Reds slipped to a 2-1 defeat at Brighton
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Rosenior urges Chelsea to 'forget the noise' after damaging loss
They suffered a damaging 3-0 defeat against Everton
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Marquez ambushed Di Giannantonio to win Brazil sprint
Di Giannantonio topped the morning's qualifying session
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Coventry close in on Premier League return as chasing pack stumble
They could return to the top league after 25 years
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Kane shines as Bayern sink Union
He scored 31 goals this Bundesliga campaign
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PSL to commence without spectators, matches limited to Karachi, Lahore
PCB to compensate franchises for financial losses caused by the absence of crowds, says Mohsin Naqvi
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Pakistan hockey's long sunset
National game struggles with neglect, fading support, and a system failing to keep pace with a changing sport
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New Zealand dominate South Africa for 2-1 T20 series lead
The fourth T20 is in Wellington on Sunday
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England recall Mainoo, Maguire for pre-World Cup matches
James Garner and Jason Steele received their first England call-ups
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Salah ruled out of Liverpool's Brighton clash
They face Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-finals on April 4
















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