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KSE-100 index climbs 2,023 points, or 3.5% WoW, closes at 59,086

CG asks Pakistan to export more agri-products to Gulf nation

With this, industries relying on bank borrowing will get affordable credit

CPEC anticipating over $100 billion in investments in Pakistan.

Seeks exemption from duties, taxes on goods donated to G-B Police

Argentina is tied up by a $44 billion loan programme from the IMF

Reduced CAD, restructuring initiatives with China drive projected decline

CJ Farooq to decide on petition seeking criminal proceedings against former servicemen

FM Jilani is leaving for Brussels today to attend a conference seeking solution to end the illegal migration

Israel frees 39 Palestinians in Qatari-brokered deal with Hamas, amid a Gaza truce, bringing relief and uncertainty

School children were on a picnic trip to Islamabad when the unfortunate mishap occurred

Rafat Zartaj, after undergoing a liver transplant at PKLI, had expressed her desire to be an organ donor back in 2012

Bushra Bibi's ex-husband claims fraudulent means while solemnising nikkah

Gaza residents cautiously return to devastated homes during a temporary truce, assessing damage and seeking aid

PML-N supremo alleges ‘conspirators’ propelled Imran to power

Iran facilitated the release of 10 Thai hostages from Gaza after a request from Thailand's Foreign Ministry

Urges govt to impose lockdowns in cities hit by smog

Silent protest at Amsterdam's Dam Square after PVV wins election

Patient shifted to Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre for treatment; condition said to be 'better'

Rescuing 41 workers trapped in tunnel slowed by machinery damage, switching to manual drilling, no specified timeline

AML leader asks those responsible to focus on the dire economic conditions of the country

Police chases a few people from street on Friday evening and make some arrests but city was quiet

Bureau says employees of the medium-security prison responded to the attack

Bloc's Schengen rules allow such action 'as a last resort'

Major (retd) Adil Farooq Raja sentenced to 14 years imprisonment, Captain (retd) Haider Raza Mehdi 12 years

Fire at six-storey building on Rashid Minhas Road put out after four hours

Hamas delays the second round of hostage releases, linking it to Israel allowing aid trucks into northern Gaza

Smog/ fog is likely in a few plain areas of Punjab during morning hours

Party seeking 'departure from traditional faces'; sets up panel to interview aspirants in political capital

Commission sends letter to PM highlighting a party’s complaint

SAPM reveals centres extending medical, legal, psychological support, rehabilitation services

Bugti says no talks with terrorists, deportation of illegal aliens will continue

IHC CJ hears PTI chief’s petition for withdrawal of appeal in Toshakhana conviction

70-year-old visits ancestral home for the first time

EPA declares Aab Pak project environment-friendly

Rs13.6m project eyes Jan 31 completion date

Agency says 'close to' busting criminal enterprise

Initiative aims to simplify verification for private students

Police present ‘incomplete’ documents after record delay of 198 days

Arrangements oversee pilgrims' visit to Gurdwara Panja Sahib

Visitors extol fine depiction of holy Quran’s message

Events are set to take place in Islamabad on Nov 25, 26 and 27

ACB, WSSCA asked to submit report within 14 days after relocating

Use of explosives to catch fish pushes rare species to the brink of extinction

Will be repositioned amidst greenery, fountains at mausoleum’s premises

Official says Excise Dept clearing backlog by timely issuing new number plates

Accused cops tell court they received directions from SSP, while DSP ordered them to conduct raid

Directs provincial, federal civic agencies to resolve jurisdiction issues

Shahi Syed, Mustafa Kamal say can form next Sindh govt

As many as 30,894 students appear in the annual exam

Scattered storms are likely amid a spell of intense spring heat.

India's efforts to choke river water flow into Pakistan appear to have failed

Tourism is the Neelum Valley's lifeline, drawing over 300,000 visitors each year from all over Pakistan

Freedom Network's annual Freedom of Expression and Media Freedom Report 2025 released.

Information minister, DG ISPR to brief political parties on security situation

With its glass-walled charm and social appeal, the sport is winning over Pakistan’s cities, one court at a time

Muhammed Asif Nawaz’s novel traverses landscapes of heartbreak, heritage & hope

A schoolgirl in Pashtoonabad overcame all hurdles to lead the polio drive in her community

The US president’s economic strategy is torching wallets at home, while weaponising the dollar

A childhood visit that began as a school outing turned into a lifelong reckoning

Dive into 19th-century Sicily, a land on the cusp of dramatic change, to experience the opulence of the aristocracy

From forgotten classrooms to tech-led inclusion, Pakistan’s deaf community is rewriting the language of visibility

As the flashpoint reignites, Modi’s Kashmir policy & Hindu supremacist agenda are back in full view

Victims were travelling to Mirpurkhas cattle market

Writ petition challenges recent amendments to Legal Practitioners and Bar Councils Act, 1973

EV chargers, wind projects, climate research on chopping block in budget

Includes micro-enterprises; offers incentives to formalise millions of informal businesses

Index loses 1,355 points WoW despite IMF prospect, inflation relief

Aims to increase exports from $32b to $100b in next 8 to 10 years

LCCI decries draconian FBR powers, calls emergency meeting

Moves to appoint new chairman amid legal glitch, hiring scandals

Likely to hike June supply by 410,000 bpd amid low compliance

Domestic demand at one-third of capacity; APCMA urges pro-industry budget measures

GB economy likely to see an uplift as tourism rises

High-speed connectivity to boost IT exports, jobs, investment across sectors

Price of gold in global market fell by $23 per ounce, bringing the new international rate to $3,240 per ounce

Eyes sustainable transport in line with govt's carbon emissions vision

Eyes Japan as Gulf prospects shrink for skilled Pakistani workers

Women entrepreneurs seek support for regional trade at South Asian Bazaar

Reserves stand at $15.25b, bullion down Rs1,300/tola, rupee sheds 9 paisa

Despite their size, gorillas are gentle, intelligent, and deeply connected to family life.

Billionaire announces transition during Berkshire’s shareholder meeting in Omaha, names VC Greg Abel as his successor

Move follows Trumps executive order aiming at dismantling USAGM, six other federally funded international broadcasters

The US president’s economic strategy is torching wallets at home, while weaponising the dollar

Envoy slams post-Pahalgam aggression, urges action against precedent of water wars

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Labor wins surprise landslide, returns with a thumping majority

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Eight victims from one family, including a boy, girl (both aged one), and a one-month-old baby, were identified

Yemen’s war rages on as Houthis hold key areas after seizing Sanaa in 2014 and ousting the government to Aden

The group, comprising three Spanish nationals and one Moroccan citizen, was warmly received by Saudi officials

A prize pot of over Rs 3 million will be up for grabs

They played a 0-0 draw at Alaves and remain third in the LaLiga standings behind Barcelona and Real Madrid

The snooker legend tipped Zhao to become the first Chinese world champion

He will play Ruud who overcame a rib issue to beat Cerundolo in his semifinal

He failed in attempt at 6.28m, while Tinch clocks 12.87 seconds in high hurdles

England selector advises struggling Crawley and Pope to make it up

He urges the Pakistan white-ball captain not to play for milestones

I am deeply sorry to all those that I have let down, says ace pacer

Babar lauds 19-year-old's fantastic debut in HBL PSL

Rabada left the Indian Premier League (IPL) on April 3, with his franchise Gujarat Titans

I find T20 format very tempting, says the West Indian legend

Referee was forced to stop bout after assessing Indian boxer’s deteriorating condition following punishing third round

The decision was finalised during CAVA’s Annual General Meeting held in Nepal on April 25

Multan needs to accept pressure and work on mistakes, says Rizwan

The American outclassed the defending champion 6-1, 6-1 to book Madrid final with Sabalenka

Gigi Hadid shares a kiss with Bradley Cooper in her 30th birthday celebration photos on Instagram.

May the 4th marks Star Wars Day 2025, uniting fans with new series, global events, and complete Disney+ streaming.

Benson Boone debuts on 'SNL' alongside host Quinta Brunson, with Sabrina Carpenter joining her musical monologue.

Muhammed Asif Nawaz’s novel traverses landscapes of heartbreak, heritage & hope

Steve Burns reveals he struggled financially while hosting Blue’s Clues, relying on voiceover work to make ends meet.

Fat Joe shares a touching tribute to his mother, Marie, who passed away at age 77, honoring her life.

Beyoncé hit with cease-and-desist letter over unauthorized use of Sphere venue in “Cowboy Carter” tour visuals.

Akon reveals how his brother would often double for him in performances, lip-syncing and secretly booking shows too.

After five seasons, CBS cancels The Equalizer, with the series finale scheduled for May 4.

Could Trump’s tariffs kick the industry off balance?

'The Four Seasons' left fans with questions and hopes. (Spoilers ahead!)

Jack and Annie are back, but this time it’s not about outrunning a bus.

The actor is letting the internet know he’s more than ready to go psycho for Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming adaptation.

Could Deadpool be suiting up alongside the X-Men?

Blake Lively missed Gigi Hadid’s 30th birthday party, sparking rumors of a strained friendship amid legal troubles.