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$8b discrepancy unearthed in exports, imports
It causes revenue loss, promotes financial transactions via illegal network
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IMF reaches fundraising goal
IMF urges member countries to fill $1.2 billion gap in $3 billion subsidy account endorsed by membership in 2021
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Tax base widens to record 10m
However, only 4.4 million file tax returns and one-fourth pay any tax
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Japan may take action in currency market
Finance minister’s remarks underscore resolve to keep markets on edge
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Ferrari to accept crypto payment for its cars
Decision comes in response to requests from market, dealers
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Minister vows to adopt innovative tax policy
Calls for customising IMF programmes according to needs of partners
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Stocks surge to six-year peak
KSE-100 index breaches 49,000 barrier with gains of 2,000 points
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Swabi MTI hospitals unable to pay employees
Like rest of K-P, three district hospitals face financial crisis
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Afghan delegation stresses increased cooperation
'Afghan students serving in various fields in their country is a matter of pride for Agriculture University, Peshawar'
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JUI-F warns against its ouster from parliament
Opposes imposition of taxes in erstwhile Fata, crackdown against NCP vehicles
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Lok Virsa to hold ‘biggest-ever’ folk fair
Executive director says historic cultural event will be organised from November 3 to 12
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EPD razes nine pyrolysis plants at Margallas
Twin cities admin and police also take part in grand operation
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Govt employees’ strike enters 11th day
Public depts grapple with increasing work backlog
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Teachers defy govt warning, shut schools
Educational institutions closed across Rawalpindi Division
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Walk held to highlight early detection of breast cancer
Several breast cancer survivors joined the event to raise awareness
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Voter’s Awareness Week starts tomorrow in Haripur
Seminars, workshops and rallies will be held in schools, colleges
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The ultimate breakfast treat of twin cities
Halwa puri and channay truly represent Pakistani cuisine
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Gas leakage claims lives of three brothers
Man and his son killed by lightning strike in separate incident
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Punjab sees over 2k new pink eye cases
Health authorities registered 126,769 patients during past month
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Smoke-emitting vehicles banished from Lahore’s roads
Owners urged to obtain fitness certificates
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Flour scheme in NAB crosshairs
Graft buster complains about lack of access to data
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14 kidnapped in a day
11 women were abducted from different parts of Faisalabad
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Woman, ex-husband gunned down by brother
Suspect flees the house and remains at large
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PFA team attacked, woman officer beaten
Team members were held hostage for two hours
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Imbalanced hydrological cycle
Pakistan ranks among some of the most water-stressed countries in the world
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Cricket at LA28
Cricket is likely to return to the Olympics after 128 years, with the International Olympic Committee
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Salman, Raisi moment
The diplomatic mosaic of Mideast is in a state of flux
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Aramco explores bidding for Shell's Pakistan unit: report
Saudi Aramco considers bid for Shell's assets in Pakistan, marking its first venture into country's energy sector
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Samosas aur chai: the comedy of opinions
Arshad, the city’s self-proclaimed economic guru, who, by day, masquerades as a chaiwala
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Hamas attack and its fallout
After Oslo Accord and for over thirty years the world didn’t talk about the two-state solution
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Competence and complacency
Equality lies in the very nature, creation and existence of human beings
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Fuelling economic growth through IT
Economies worldwide rely heavily on tax collections, which serve as a fundamental component to generate revenue
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K-Electric requests Rs3 per unit tariff increase
NEPRA will hear the power supplier company's request next week
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PM to meet Xi in China visit
PM Kakar will hold bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the occasion
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Crackdown against shady publishers underway
Committee reviews progress on LHC order for accurate printing of Quranic text
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ECP issues code of conduct for media
Code guidelines outline ethics of coverage; prohibits expressing biased opinions that undermine Pakistan's sovereignty
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Another review plea filed against SC NAB law verdict
Petitioner says apex court announced decision without hearing them
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OSA Section 5 doesn’t apply to Imran, IHC told
Court seeks FIA’s response in cypher case on 16th
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No humanitarian supplies allowed into Gaza Strip for 1 week now: UN agency for Palestinian refugees
Over 2M people at risk across Gaza as water supplies run out, warns UNRWA
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Six terrorists killed, soldier martyred in North Waziristan IBO
Militants were involved in terrorist activities against security forces and killing of civilians, says ISPR
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France mobilises 7,000 troops for extra patrols after teacher slain
Macron deploys 7,000 soldiers after teacher's killing, France on high alert amid terrorism fears
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Abid Boxer booked for obstructing arrest of ‘fugitives’ hiding in his home
Accused hurled threats and ordered his guards to prevent police from entering his residence in Lahore
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Reuters journalist killed in Lebanon in missile fire from direction of Israel
Reuters journalist killed and colleagues injured in Lebanon, Israel faces blame, calls for investigation
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Customs foil bid to smuggle iPhones worth Rs130m at Karachi airport
Expensive mobile phones were seized from passengers arriving in Karachi on an Air Arabia flight from Sharjah
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Gaza situation 'fast becoming untenable'
UN aid chief fears worst yet to come; over 2,200 killed in Israeli air strikes
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FM Jilani, UAE counterpart discuss escalating situation in Gaza
During a telephonic conversation, both stress upon coordinated response and urgent need for cessation of hostilities
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Taliban to join China's Belt and Road forum, elevating ties
Taliban to attend China's Belt and Road Forum, marking growing ties with Beijing despite no formal recognition
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Australia rejects Indigenous referendum in setback for reconciliation
A successful referendum requires at least four of the six states to vote in favour
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Verdict on plea seeking SC staff details on 16th
Top court issues notification to petitioner to inform him about its decision
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Saudi Arabia puts Israel deal on ice amid war, engages with Iran
Saudi Crown Prince calls with Iranian President to prevent broader surge in violence across region
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Imran’s sons call on Trump to intervene for father’s release
If anyone can make a difference, it’s him," said Sulaiman and Kasim in an interview with Piers Morgan
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Govt to introduce separate immigration counters for foreign passengers
On PM Shehbaz’s instructions, new steps aim to promote tourism, ease trade, and attract foreign investment
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Iranian president lands in Pakistan on first official visit
Pezeshkian aims to boost trade, discuss border security, and explore cross-border market opportunities
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Pak Business Express derails in Lahore days after inauguration
Train derailed early Saturday morning; rescue teams dispatched promptly, no casualties or injuries reported: officials
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Islamabad, Beijing pledge support for next stage of CPEC
Ahsan Iqbal says developing skilled, educated workforce and deepening B2B collaboration key pillars of CPEC Phase II
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Suspect admits to killing lawyer Shamsul Islam in Karachi
Imran Afridi says lawyer falsely implicated his family in cases, including terrorism, and harassed their women legally
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New monsoon spell expected in Punjab from August 5
PDMA reports 162 people dead, 571 others injured in monsoon-related incidents in the province this year
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Earthquake felt in northern Pakistan early Saturday
No reports of casualties or property damage received
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Pakistan Army inducts Z-10ME attack helicopters under COAS' supervision
Z-10ME boosts Army Aviation with advanced radar, EW systems, and precision strike capabilities: ISPR
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Police disperse sit-in of govt employees
K-P government had announced a 15 per cent disparity allowance based on the 2017 initial basic pay
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Gandapur vows FATF reply, slams India
Gandapur reiterated that India has historically been involved in promoting terrorism in Pakistan and across South Asia
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Taliban seek time as Jirga pushes peace
First Bajaur talks end; PTM march faces crackdown
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Assembly forms law & order panel
Lawmakers unite across party lines on security
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Over 110,000 use PBS daily: Sharjeel
Women MPAs attend session in green-white themed dresses to mark I-Day celebrations
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Curriculum reforms urged
He explained that priority is given to students with A-1 and A grades, particularly in high-demand colleges
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Gold soars to Rs359,000 per tola amid international spike
Gold prices surged in both global and local markets, with per tola rate in Pakistan climbing by Rs6,100
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Senate panel gives NHA deadline on N-55 project
Body chairman demands audit of bidding process, financial claims
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Exports rise to $31.75b despite global headwinds
Textiles, non-traditional sectors drive growth; minister issues steps to sustain momentum
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Gas, sugar and footwear drive annual SPI higher
Short-term inflation rises 1.98% YoY despite drop in prices of tomatoes, chicken, wheat
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Tariff deal with US to boost exports: Finance ministry
The ministry expressed hope about further positive engagements and close cooperation with the US
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Auto parts makers urge govt to adopt Thailand, Vietnam models
PAAPAM decries unstable policies, used car imports, and lack of incentives
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PSX soars to record high above 141k
KSE-100 index surges 1,645 points as bulls celebrate US trade deal
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Donors offer $5b for Reko Diq
ADB, US Exim Bank among lenders offering funds for copper, gold project
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SBP pumps Rs13.3tr, raises Rs358b
Rupee continues upward trajectory to 282.72/$; gold slips locally despite global surge
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Trader e-invoice deadline extended
FBR extends deadline to Dec’25, traders seek rollback of arrest powers, tax clauses
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Govt criticised for water neglect
Sindh CM says only Rs3b of Rs78b K-IV commitment released
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PSX surges to new heights, breaks 140k barrier
US-Pakistan oil exploration deal boosts energy stocks
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Pakistan to receive first US oil shipment as Cnergyico signs import deal
West Texas crude to ship from Houston this month, expected in Karachi by mid-to-late October
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'Sugar stocks ample, prices within reach'
Food minister stresses fresh supplies will reach market soon that will stabilise prices
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CM Sindh to open 20th My Karachi exhibition today
Over 20 multinational firms and several diplomats from friendly countries have confirmed participation
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Global economies reel from Trump's tariffs punch
Pakistan hit with 19% tariff after US deal
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Pakistan to receive first US oil shipment
The deal follows months of multiple negotiations which first began in April
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US envoy visits Gaza aid distribution site
United Nations says more than 1,000 people have been killed trying to receive aid in Gaza
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Turkey hosts tripartite talks to stem migration
Major energy exporter Libya is one of the main jumping off points for migrants
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Trump moves N-subs near Russia as tensions soar
Putin signals no shift in stance despite looming US sanctions deadline
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11 new arrests over Serbian train station disaster
The public prosecutor's office in Novi Sad opened an investigation into the accident and deaths
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Top EU court rebukes Italy over Albania migrant transfers
The costly scheme has been frozen for months by legal challenges
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Trump wants Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords
Talks under way with Azerbaijan but conflict with Armenia remains a sticking point
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US limits official visits to Karachi hotels
The security alert urges people to avoid the areas and crowds
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India's rhetoric fueling instability: FO
Islamabad again offers dialogue to Delhi
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Ghislaine Maxwell moved to prison camp, Trump says no plea for pardon
Manhattan courts will hear arguments Tuesday on unsealing grand jury material
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Spain air-drops 12 tonnes of food into famine-hit Gaza
Spain dropped 24 parachutes with 12 tonnes of food, enough for 11,000 people, said Foreign Minister Albares
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Trump moves nuclear submarines after statements by former Russian president
Trump warned Russia to agree to a Ukraine ceasefire in 10 days or face tariffs, sparking taunts with Medvedev
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UN says over 1,300 Palestinians killed seeking aid in Gaza since May
Gaza civil defence says 11 killed by Israeli fire, including 2 near aid site, amid strikes on Friday
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US, India begin trade talks after 25% tariff by Trump
Nearly $40b worth of exports from India could be impacted
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Qin takes 'miracle' second breaststroke gold
The Chinese world record holder surged to the wall in 2 min and 07.41 sec
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Newcastle reject Liverpool bid for Isak: reports
The 25-year-old has been linked with Liverpool since the end of last season
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Ireland unveil T20I squad for Pakistan series
They are targeting the Women's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier
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Naveena Steel Jnr Padel C'ship begins
86 participants from all over Pakistan are competing
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McLaren's Norris leads Hungarian practice
The Briton lapped the Hungaroring with a best time of one minute 16.052 seconds ahead of Piastri
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India fight back in England finale
Siraj and Krishna both took three wickets on Day 2 of fifth Test before rain delay
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New Zealand beat Zimbabwe by nine wickets
The Kiwi captain Santner took four wickets to wrap up the win on the third day of the first Test
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PCB rejects Legends League boycott
The Governing Board held an emergency meeting regarding the future participation
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Nawaz leads Pak to win against WI
He claims three wickets to ensure 14-run triumph in the first T20I
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Liverpool’s 2025-26 kits celebrate tradition with new touches
Liverpool’s 2025-26 kits, marking their third partnership with Adidas, feature a tribute to Jota and classic designs
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Max Verstappen confirms he’s racing with Red Bull in 2026
Verstappen’s confirmation ends speculation about his future with Red Bull amid ongoing contract talks
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Yu Zidi, 12, becomes youngest-ever medallist at World Aquatics Championships
China’s Zidi won bronze in relay swimming, setting a historic milestone for young swimmers
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Tottenham to sign João Palhinha from Bayern Munich on loan
Portuguese midfielder featured 25 times for Bayern last season, with Spurs covering wages and €30m buy option
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PCB unveils schedule for Pakistan's tri-series with Afghanistan and UAE
Pakistan's T20I tri-series with Afghanistan and UAE begins on August 29 in Sharjah, leading into the Asia Cup
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Pakistan defeat West Indies in opening T20I in Lauderhill
Saim Ayub was named player of the match for scoring 57 and taking 2/20