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SA take hefty 515-run lead over SL in Test
Stubbs and captain Bavuma score centuries on the third day
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Pak stands firm, ICC to meet again
All 15 board members of ICC attend brief virtual meeting on CT on Friday
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Retailers propose balanced approach by FBR
Despite efforts, retailers are sceptical and not ready to register with revenue body
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Worker strikes to hit Volkswagen in Dec
IG Metall warns of strikes as clashes with labour over wage cuts remain unresolved
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Chinese power tech helps alleviate poverty
Joint lab reduces electricity shortage to improve people's livelihood
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WTO chief reinstated for second term
.Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala reappointed WTO chief as trade tensions rise under Trump’s second term.
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Ethiopia, Pakistan to collaborate on Single Country Exhibition
Hope for event to strengthen connections, provide access to broader African market
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PSX spikes to new peak above 101k
Surge in banking, oil and pharma stocks, $500m ADB loan fuel momentum
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Oil prices head for 3% weekly decline
Concerns ease over ME ceasefire, prospect of increased supply
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Shops' sales drop as e-commerce thrives
Traditional businesses face plummeting sales, while online shopping surges with aggressive discounts
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Gold rebounds, rupee stable
Metal surges by Rs2,100; ECAP reports decline of Rs0.12, with currency settling at 277.31/$
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Weekly inflation falls 0.03%
Year-on-year reading hits 5.13%, may remain range bound in FY25
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FBR misses tax target by Rs356b
Authorities blame inaccurate assumptions used to set target; ministry disagrees
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ICC urges Pakistan, India to find solution to Champions Trophy 'confusion'
A resolution is expected within the next 24 to 48 hours as both boards continue discussions, reports Espncricinfo
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Israel targets Hezbollah in southern Lebanon following ceasefire
Lebanon’s health ministry said at least 3,961 people have been killed in the country since October 2023
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PM Shehbaz forms task force to investigate Islamabad violence
Premier also announces formation of Federal Forensic Lab, Islamabad Safe City project to be upgraded
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From the page to the screen: When Urdu novels birthed TV dramas
Here are three throwback shows that could not have existed had someone not taken the trouble to write the book
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Hina Bayat gives it back to trolls
Actor talks hypocrisy and finding peace
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Keoghan tapped to play Ringo Starr
Surviving Beatles back four-part biopic
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The bear who won the world
With royal ties and film franchise, Paddington keeps growing
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Saheefa demands internet in the bathroom
Actor lashes out against buffering on social media
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Inside Young Stunners' India debut controversy
Organisational and financial disputes derail tour
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Surviving Decemberistan: Because there is no season quite like wedding season
Welcome to months of back-to-back functions and last-minute outfit dramas
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Iran to install over 6,000 new centrifuges for uranium enrichment: IAEA
Tehran holds talks with European powers in Geneva over its nuclear programme, but its future remains uncertain
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Green cold war threatens survival against climate change
EU's tariffs on Chinese EVs risk undermining climate goals and could ignite a trade war, hindering green tech progress
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Luxury of time
Humanity faces multiple existential crises, from AI-driven job loss to climate change.
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Pakistan's multiple wars and the India factor
Pakistan faces multiple internal conflicts, from ethnic wars to governance failure.
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New cobia species
Two new species of cobia fish discovered off Pakistan's Makran coast.
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Karachi's missing children
Karachi police have no leads in 230 missing children cases since January 2023, raising urgent concerns.
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Firewall has to go
Pakistan's ambitious $1 trillion economy plan faces hurdles due to social media firewall and internet restrictions.
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Pervasive menace of beggary
Begging in Pakistan costs $42 billion annually, reinforcing dependency; thoughtful charity can promote self-reliance.
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PTI parliamentary party criticises leadership absence during Islamabad protest
Meeting also decides to continue protests, affirming that returning from Islamabad wouldn't be seen as a failure
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Gandapur condemns violence against PTI protesters, vows justice for party workers
K-P CM warns govt to fear consequences if protesters resort to armed resistance, claiming they have weapons, resources
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UK Parliament approves assisted-dying bill for terminally ill adults
Hundreds of people on both sides of the issue gathered outside parliament during the session
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Met office predicts temperature drop, cold weather in Karachi after December 4
Weather system causing rain in Balochistan likely to impact Karachi, lowering temperatures, says chief meteorologist
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DPM Ishaq Dar to visit Iran for ECO meeting amid ongoing bilateral challenges
Pakistan, Iran share regional development goals but face tension with gas pipeline project unfulfilled
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State Bank of Pakistan recognises ACE Money Transfer as a global Fintech leader
The act highlights the company's devotion to providing secure remittance solutions to millions of overseas Pakistanis
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40 Palestinians dead in overnight Israeli strikes
An Israeli air strike killed at least 10 Palestinians in a house in Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza Strip on Friday
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NFL reportedly contacted Lil Wayne to replace Kendrick Lamar at Super Bowl amid Drake’s lawsuit
NFL reportedly explores replacing Kendrick Lamar with Lil Wayne for Super Bowl LIX Halftime amid Drake’s lawsuit.
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Saudi Arabia shifts focus from defence treaty with US
A senior Saudi official said the treaty was 95% complete but Riyadh opted to discuss an alternative agreement
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Local borrowing at 45%, economy stable with $200m current account surplus: State Bank governor
Despite challenges, banking industry has played a crucial role in supporting the economy, says Jameel Ahmed
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IBA edge IoBM to lift ISL 2024 trophy
Eight university cricket teams from across Karachi took part in exciting event
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Rana Sanaullah says official death toll in D-Chowk protest lower than claimed
His comments contrast with information and interior ministers, who denied PTI's claims of mass fatalities
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French rapper Solo accuses Afrika Bambaataa of sexual abuse when he was 16
Solo, a French rapper and BJJ champion, accuses Afrika Bambaataa of assaulting him during his teenage years.
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IonQ emerges as a key player in quantum computing, capturing investor attention
IonQ's Q3 revenue exceeded expectations, driving a remarkable 268% increase in its stock price over the past 90 days
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Khloe Kardashian warns friend to stop talking about wild Diddy party in resurfaced KUWTK clip
Khloe Kardashian reacts to a friend's party talk, recalling a wild event hosted by Sean "Diddy" Combs.
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Whistleblower Justin Siocha abducted after exposing embezzlement by Dorice Donya
Siocha, who exposed Donya’s involvement in embezzling NGAAF funds, has reportedly been abducted by DCI officers.
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PML-N submits resolution calling for ban on PTI in Punjab Assembly
Resolution highlights stock market collapse, disruptions to foreign investment, damage to reputation on global stage
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Electricity to become cheaper by up to Rs5 after revised agreements with IPPs: Energy minister
Energy minister says five IPPs shut down, 11 more in progress, and no new IPPs will be set up, calling it a revolution
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PM Shehbaz condemns violent protests, calls actions from K-P 'unprecedented'
Premier accuses PTI-led K-P govt of focusing on unrest in Islamabad instead of halting bloodshed in province
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Fazl decries election rigging, Gaza atrocities at Rawalpindi youth convention
Says current government operates on fake mandate, which JUI-F does not recognise
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FC officer martyred in targeted killing in Miranshah
Police officials strongly condemn the assault, terming attacks on security personnel intolerable
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Peshawar faces rising food prices ahead of Ramazan
Price of 20kg flour bag hits Rs3,300 in Peshawar; dealers warn it could soar to Rs4,000 if supply not restored
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Business as usual in Islamabad despite PTI strike call
TTAP also stages protest near Faisal Mosque against alleged irregularities in 2024 general elections
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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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ICC, BCB officials meet Naqvi in Lahore over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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Punjab extends Basant celebrations in Lahore until 5am
CM Maryam praises Lahore for discipline, says Safe Basant concept to be adopted in other cities
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TTAP strike paralyses Balochistan over alleged Feb 8 poll rigging
Markets shut and transport suspended as protests disrupt daily life
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Pakistan to attend first Gaza Board of Peace summit chaired by Trump
Meeting on Feb 19 to focus on ceasefire, aid access and Gaza reconstruction
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PTI strike sees mixed response across K-P amid Feb 8 protest call
Wheel-jam shuts some roads in Peshawar, but businesses stay open in many districts
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Naval chief visits Malaysia to boost maritime cooperation
Admiral Ashraf holds talks on security challenges, aligning strategic perspectives, enhancing operational cooperation
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Final day of Basant in Lahore promises good kite-flying conditions
PMD forecasts wind speeds to increase to 12 km/h between 12:00pm and 5:00pm
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PTI, opp bloc stand firm as govt moves to deter strike
Opposition to mark Feb 8 as day of protest as well as mourning
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US, UK envoys join Basant celebrations in Lahore
Members of US and UK missions participated in kite flying and expressed enjoyment of celebrations
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Two cops accused of rape, blackmail in Lodhran
Both constables have been suspended from service
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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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South Korea’s Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn in Bitcoin, triggers selloff
Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb
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Gold, silver prices rebound after one-day pause
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan
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Inflation reverses course ahead of Ramazan
SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump
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SBP rules out bold rate cuts
Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue
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Pakistan meets 3 out of 5 IMF goals
Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed
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US earmarks $1.3b for Reko Diq mining project
Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion
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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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Indian refiners avoid Russian oil in push for US trade deal
US, India moved closer to a trade pact on Friday, announcing a framework for a deal they hope to conclude by March
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The Epstein saga is far from over
Disgraced financier's network serves as a reminder that wealth & status continue to distort justice & shield powerful
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Denmark says Greenland dispute eased, not resolved
Minister says there 'are no threats on the table, there is no trade war with Europe'
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Sports leaders reach consensus on new gender policy: IOC
It will be the first uniform IOC policy, replacing varying federation rules across major sports events
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Russia to interrogate two suspects over attempted killing of general: report
The suspects will be charged after interrogation
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Minibus crash kills 15 in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province
Police spokesperson blames accident on 'severe road damage'
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US plans initial payment towards billions owed to UN, envoy Waltz says
UN officials say the US owes $827m from last year and another $767m towards the 2026 budget
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ICC, BCB officials meet Naqvi in Lahore over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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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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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









































































































