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THE GREAT GOLD SQUEEZE
Gold has long balanced sentiment and survival—but rising prices are reshaping that equation.
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Why Gen Z has trouble saying 'forever'
'Let’s see where this goes' is the new language of commitment.
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Return of the rising curve
Pakistan tops the Global Terrorism Index 2026, but the ranking tells a deeper story than numbers alone
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UK pauses plan to cede Chagos Islands
London says will try to persuade Washington
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Israeli strike kills 7 at Gaza police checkpoint
Gaza death toll rises to 72,328 despite ceasefire
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Russia, Ukraine trade prisoners, drone strikes
Exchange 175 inmates of war each after UAE helps mediate swap ahead of Easter truce
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The weaponisation of the Internet
Attempts to restrict online access have increased across the world, making 2025 the highest on record for such curbs
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From criticism to classic: The untold story of 'Hawa Hawa'
Reports say filmmakers paid $50,000 for the song for Sanjay Dutt's entry scene
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Custodial' death sparks torture allegations
Police deny torture, claim fatal heart attack en route
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Iran-US talks slow life in twin cities
Transport, markets, and services suspended, fuel shortages push residents to outskirts
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Rs264m health authority graft case faces delay
Officials yet to be held accountable; Covid-era procurement violated PPRA rules
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K-P CM hails Pakistan-brokered US-Iran talks
Demands end to IK's political victimisation, detention
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PHC declares NAB's asset freeze order illegal
It may be recalled that NAB had frozen the assets of Iftikhar Ahmed and Safia Parveen in Hayatabad, Peshawar
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Insulin prices double as medicine costs surge
Essential drugs, including life-saving treatments for diabetes, thyroid, and typhoid, see sharp hikes
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Robbers snatch Rs7m at gunpoint in Chakdara
Soon after receiving information, police reached spot, registered an FIR, collected evidence, launched investigation
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Man lands in lockup in domestic violence case
Victim said husband was also attempting to portray her as mentally ill, video evidence confirmed abuse
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Traditional rural fairs keep culture alive in South Punjab
Seasonal festivities blend sports, food, community spirit across region
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Man kills elder sibling over domestic dispute
Argument between two brothers leads to younger sibling allegedly opening fire, killing brother before fleeing
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Wanted criminal killed in encounter
Criminal involved in 44 cases, police constable injured in recent incident also linked to suspect
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CM orders weekly updates on development
Projects underway in 51 cities across Punjab
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Govt fails to vaccinate street dogs
Poor breeding control and gaps in rabies coverage leave residents exposed
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Inflation jumps to four-year high in US
US inflation surge rattles voters, White House
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots
Ice cream chain Mixue plans $590m investment, while meal delivery firm Meituan to invest $1b by 2030
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Business bodies unite on economic issues
KCCI, FCCI say high energy costs undermining competitiveness, demand tax rationalisation in upcoming budget
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FinMin to attend World Bank-IMF meetings
Will also meet policymakers, Pakistani diaspora to highlight reform progress, growth prospects
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PSX surges 11% on Middle East ceasefire
KSE-100 closes up nearly 16,800 points at 167,191, powered by historic rally
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Germany's debt brake reform fails to advance
Commission members fail to find common ground, will offer non-binding ideas instead of full reform
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Oil industry fears Rs100b inventory loss
Calls steep diesel price reduction corporate setback, systemic shock
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HEC, industry agree to bridge skills gap
Applied Research Award announced as universities urged to update curricula to match global market needs
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Pak-Iran transit corridor opened
First consignment, carrying frozen meat, dispatched to Tashkent
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High yields cause Rs600b losses
Banks' capital buffers erode; fixed-income rout wipes out sector gains
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Sindh pushes China MoUs into fast lane
CM reviews MoUs signed following President Zardari's recent visit to China to accelerate finalisation efforts
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Lecturer arrested in student suicide case
Two-day road blockade over 'harassment-linked' death forces police action
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SHC disposes of petitions after missing persons recovered
Petitions had named IG Sindh, SSPs of East, Central, and Malir districts, CTD officials, others as respondents
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Aerial Surveillance Wing to be set up to curb crimes
Initiative also expected to improve traffic management, crowd control, monitoring of public gatherings
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Gang of school burglars busted
Suspects conducted reconnaissance of schools at night; would hold security guards hostage, steal valuable equipment
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Blackouts mar board exams day two
Total of 385,529 students appeared in the examinations across 521 centres in both morning and evening sessions
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Petrol drops, fares play catch-up
Rickshaw and bike fares fall by Rs10 to 50 after fuel price cut
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Pakistan moves to salvage fragile ceasefire
Dar holds talks with Saudi, Iranian, Bahraini, UK and EU counterparts
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29 terrorists eliminated in precision retribution strikes
Forces destroy terror havens in Paktia, Paktika, Kunar after attack in Karachi
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Sindh Assembly approves Rs3.652tr budget
House authorises Rs165b in supplementary grants
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Uniting faiths, strengthening Pakistan
The National Paigham-e-Aman Committee’s model for peace, inclusion and national solidarity
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KPT sets cargo handling record
Surpasses previous all-time cargo handling record of 54.685m tonnes
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SPSC moves FCC against SHC recruitment order
Commission challenges directions to seal confidential answer scripts
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Shujaat vows support for Balochistan
PML-Q chief praises armed forces, calls for national unity
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Cybercrime wave exposes online security gaps
Rising online fraud and account hacking fuel calls for tougher enforcement, greater public awareness and stronger cybe
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PPP, JUI-F announce alliance for AJK polls
PPP withdraws two candidates; JUI-F to back PPP nominees in remaining constituencies
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Converting goodwill into growth
A two-pronged approach on Iran ties and global marketing is needed
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Budget reaffirms commitment to trade liberalisation
With lower tariff, tax rates and advanced tech, grey economy will diminish
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GDP a misleading measure of progress
Growth that does not reduce poverty or create jobs is a vanity measure
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High reliance on remittances
Pakistan lacks strategy to turn migration into sustainable development
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Climate vulnerability deepens as flood survivors rebuild lives
One year after deluge, many families remain trapped in cycle of poverty, debt and uncertainty
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VW overhaul could be 'biggest in history'
Weighs up to 100,000 job cuts in sweeping restructuring, four plant closures
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PSX climbs 0.36% amid easing oil prices
US-Iran peace roadmap lifts sentiment, pushing KSE-100 up by 649 points
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Traders demand immediate reopening of cotton market
One year on, exchange sealing paralyses trade, sends negative signals to foreign investors
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Govt vows to empower small businesses, accelerate growth
PM aide says reforms will help build innovation-driven, globally competitive economy
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PVARA chief demands global role
In Zurich, Saqib demands developing nations shape tokenised money framework
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Bolivia ends 15-year dollar peg
Move aims to stabilise currency markets ahead of IMF funding talks
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Electronic payments reach 3.7b transactions
Digital channels drive 92% of retail volume as Raast, mobile banking surge in Q3 FY26
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Institutional backing urged for MSMEs
LCCI calls for easier finance, policy consistency as number of SME borrowers grows
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Glass industry pushes for 5% profit benchmark
Association opposes higher 10% margin in soda ash anti-dumping case
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Govt rehires bureaucrats at PARCO
UAE holds 40% stake; board members entitled to $3,500 per meeting
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US-Iran truce hangs by a thread after fresh strikes
Iran fires missiles at Bahrain and Kuwait Trump threatens overwhelming military response Shipping and diploma
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Europe records 1,300 excess heatwave deaths
France bears the brunt as Germany, Italy also swelter
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Putin acknowledges fuel shortages
Task force set up to ensure supplies
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Iran urges US to set timeline for 'unconditional' Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon
Bagaei says Lebanon security essential for durability of any agreement related to ending the war with US
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Migrants in US on temporary status should seek permanent residence or leave, Homeland Secretary says
US law permits temporary legal status for people fleeing war, disasters or other humanitarian crises
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'What a loser:' Former US president Biden slams Trump
Biden used 10-minute Maryland casino speech to deliver one of his sharpest critiques of Trump since leaving office
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11 killed as civilian plane crashes near Nancy in eastern France
Plane crashed in Tomblaine after takeoff from Nancy-Essey Airport, French broadcaster BFM TV reported
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Iran's Khamenei says US-Israeli war crimes must be pursued vigorously in national, international courts
Araghchi urges US to end Israel's attacks on Lebanon, says Hormuz management rests solely with Iran under the deal
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Saudi helicopter crash kills 14 nationals, state news agency says
Investigations underway, with participation of relevant authorities, to determine the causes of crash
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England ease into T20 World Cup semis
The hosts secured a 38-run win over West Indies
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FIFA suspends Nepal over interference
The council had suspended ANFA in March 2026 for three months
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Raducanu, Draper lead British Wimbledon hopes
Fans are hoping to see them deep in the tournament
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Latham, Conway pile on the runs against England
The Black Caps were still well-placed on 361-4 at stumps
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Al-Hamadi's talent forged on streets
He will be in action against Senegal in their final Group I
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Bosnia in strong position to reach last 32
Bosnia move onto four points and are on third place in the group
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Switzerland down Canada to top Group B
They will meet one of the best third-placed sides next week
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S Africa stun S Korea to make history
Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike made the difference
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Ochoa gets perfect Azteca send-off
Brought on for the last 12 minutes with his team 2-0 up against the Czech Republic
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Vinicius sparkles as Brazil beat Scotland
He scored a brace in a comfortable 3-0 victory
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Osaka reaches Bad Homburg last eight
She breeze past Elise Mertens 6-3, 6-3
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US eases rules on Iran team for Game 3
They will face Egypt in Seattle
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Australia crush Pakistan in T20 World Cup
Perry smashed 71 from 48 balls and took two wickets
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Panama out of World Cup after defeat to Croatia
Ante Budimir's 54th-minute goal was enough to secure three points
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England left frustrated by Ghana
Both sides settled with a goalless draw in Group L











































































































