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Corporate congress
Corporate power may soon surpass political control, as billionaires influence policies
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Politics and the IMF
Pakistan's hopes of breaking free from the IMF are lofty; financial independence requires deep structural reforms
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HIV negligence
Nearly 4,000 HIV-positive children in Sindh expose systemic failure in infection control, regulation
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Governing Karachi
Making Karachi a federal territory won’t fix broken services; it would push power even further from citizens
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Uncompetitive businesses
With costs 34% higher than peers, Pakistan needs stable taxes, cheaper energy and real policy certainty
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Civic sense: a fundamental social contract
Civic sense is not just an ideal; it’s the practical contract of urban life
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UK PM slams Trump for saying NATO troops avoided Afghan front line
Fox interview shows Trump unaware 457 British troops died in Afghanistan, comments spark UK outrage.
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Fresh spell of torrential rains batters twin cities
Waterlogging, power outages and cold weather paralyse daily life
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Pakistani man jailed for 36 years in Spain ‘love scam’ debt murder case
Dilawar Hussain, 44, surrendered to police after admitting killings of siblings found burned at home
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Oil prices rise as US sends armada to Iran, slaps new sanctions
Brent crude futures up $1.86 to $65.92 a barrel
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Karachi shivers as icy Siberian winds sweep city
Mercury drops to 7.4 degrees Celsius at Bin Qasim, 0.5 Celsius in Mohenjo Daro
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5 killed, 20 injured in suicide blast at aman committee member's house in DI Khan: Rescue 1122
Several members of peace committee were present at the house when the blast occurred; CM, governor order report
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10 judges sworn in as permanent SHC members
All of the judges previously served as additional judges of the high court
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Murree hit by snowstorm as 5,000 tourists stranded
District authorities ban entry of more vehicles, urging people to avoid travelling to hill station
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'Seriously embraced' reforms of federal govt already yielding ‘fruits of action’: IMF chief
Says reforms are bringing in resources that could be deployed to improve people’s lives
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PTI to hold Peshawar–Mardan rally on Saturday
K-P CM Sohail Afridi to lead GT Road march, address workers at multiple stops
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Pakistan battles legions of fake doctors
Pakistan Medical Association says over 600,000 fake doctors operate across the country
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Punjab CM warns of strict penalties for illegal kite-flying during Basant
CM Maryam says public safety is top priority, regretting festival’s past links to accidents
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Iranian cleric says Iran may target US investments in region if attacked
Trump warned a US armada was heading toward Iran over protesters and the nuclear programme
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9 killed as avalanche hits house in K-P's Lower Chitral
More rain, snow forecast in K-P from Sunday; Swat authority mobilises resources
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Greenland galvanises Europe to confront new US reality
Few believe Europe can redress its imbalance with the US overnight
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Gas supply for industries, CNG stations to remain suspended for two days: SSGC
Decision taken to improve gas pressure for domestic consumers
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TikTok seals deal for new US joint venture to avoid American ban
Deal marks milestone for TikTok after political battles since Aug 2020 Trump ban push
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Parliament to decide Pakistani troop deployment to Gaza: security sources
Say that military won't be used to disarm Hamas or Palestine, matter is 'red line' for army
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ICC rejects Bangladesh appeal as Scotland put on standby
BCB had approached the DRC in a last-ditch attempt to overturn a ruling
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McLaren partially wins UK lawsuit
Palou's lawyers said the Spanish driver owed McLaren nothing
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PSX scales new peak as KSE-100 settles above 189,000
Fertiliser sector surge helps market achieve remarkable milestone on final day of trading
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Pisilli's brace propels Roma past Stuttgart
Aston Villa and Olympique Lyonnais are also through
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Schnitzel-fuelled Kane has Bayern hungry for history
They have their sights set on a historic third treble
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Russia, Ukraine to tackle land dispute at UAE talks; no sign of compromise
Zelensky says security deal ready as Russia demands Ukraine surrender all of Donetsk region
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Liverpool on the up as new signings hit form: Slot
The manager believes the Reds will only get better
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Sindh CM announces provision of temporary shops for Gul Plaza traders within 2 months
Murad Ali Shah says damaged structure to be demolished and reconstructed within two years
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Wawrinka relishing marathon matches at AO
Djokovic, Osaka and Wawrinka are playing in the night session
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Alcaraz dazzles in 100th Grand Slam match
Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff took a rocky path to the fourth round
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Inter have chance to extend Serie A lead
AC Milan to face unpredictable Roma
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Intel forecasts weak quarter as AI server chip demand outstrips supply
Shares slide 13% after-hours as revenue, EPS outlook miss estimates despite data-centre boom
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658 runaway children intercepted at Pakistan Railway Stations in 2025
Many cite lack of basic necessities, corporal punishment at home and in schools as reasons
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Pakistan unveil 16-member squad for T20I series against Australia
Babar and Shaheen return to squad for the three-match series
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Trump withdraws Canada’s invitation to join Board of Peace
Member nations include Argentina, Bahrain, Morocco, Pakistan, Turkey, other US allies
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Pakistan Idol's 'Baraat Round' brings all the shaadi season vibes
The episode featured a special performance by Sara Raza Khan and a shocking double elimination!
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Awami Theatre Festival 2026 opens at Arts Council Karachi, Pakistan
Month-long festival features 29 free plays in Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, Seraiki, Balochi and other regional languages
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Gul Plaza death toll rises to 71 as search operation nears completion
Rescue teams expect to recover more bodies from the ground floor, where fire originated
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Joint session passes Daanish Schools, domestic violence bills despite objections
President urges provincial consultation on Daanish Schools, calls domestic violence bill vague
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Karachi to face temporary water shortfall during K-Electric maintenance
City's water supply will be reduced by 60 million gallons during the period, affecting Lyari, Saddar, Chanesar Town
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Ahsan Iqbal defends Pakistan’s decision to join Trump’s Board of Peace
'By joining, Pakistan is contributing alongside other Muslim nations to support peace in the region'
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Gold jumps to $4,923 per ounce as local prices hit all-time high
Price of 10 grams of gold increases by Rs7,802
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Ken Doll issues apology after backlash over Maryam Nawaz fashion comment
Influencer deleted his posts and addressed criticism following a video shared amid wedding-related social media buzz
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Politicians, journalists decry 'motivated and manufactured' arrest of Imaan, Hadi
Lawyer Mirza Moiz says move reflects state’s 'growing insecurity', Jibran Nasir terms arrest 'witch-hunt'
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Trump launches ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza ceasefire, eyes wider global role
Trump seeks $1bn from board members; Rubio says initiative could model peace efforts globally
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Snowfall paralyses Pakistan’s northern regions, kills two in Balochistan
Hundreds stranded as roads close amid plunging temperatures; rescue operations underway
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NDMA warns of rain in Punjab, K-P, Azad Kashmir, and G-B from April 12–17
Citizens advised to avoid unnecessary travel, drive carefully, follow weather advisories
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Media Facilitation Centre set up for journalists covering 'Islamabad Talks'
Information ministry establishes facility at Jinnah Convention Centre as journalists arrive in federal capital
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'War is not an option': Bilawal calls 'Islamabad Talks' key to regional peace
Ahsan Iqbal says Pakistan honoured to bring the 'warring sides from the battlefield to the negotiating table'
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Sindh Rangers arrest three members of gang involved street crimes in Karachi
Spokesperson says suspects allegedly confessed to stealing 300-400 mobile phones, motorcycles
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'Stepping stone to peace': US VP JD Vance meets PM Shehbaz ahead of 'Islamabad Talks'
Premier reiterates Pakistan will continue facilitating both sides for sustainable peace in region
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US VP JD Vance, special envoys Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner arrive in Pakistan for 'Islamabad Talks'
Ishaq Dar urges constructive engagement, reiterates Pakistan’s support for lasting resolution to conflict
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Pakistan's envoy to US says Islamabad acting as facilitator in US-Iran talks, outcome depends on parties
Says Pakistan wish them well, bring good intentions of the entire international community
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Capital under tight security with major traffic restrictions imposed
Islamabad IGP, CDA chief commissioner review security arrangements along VIP routes across Islamabad
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FinMin leaves for World Bank-IMF spring meetings in US
Meetings scheduled in Washington, DC from April 13 to 18
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Constitution a 'symbol of unity'
PM Shehbaz pays tribute to the framers of supreme law
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SSGC to suspend gas supply to Sindh industry for 24 hours
Says temporary suspension part of efforts to stabilise system while maintaining supply to priority segments
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Iran Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, FM Araghchi land in Pakistan for high-stakes peace talks with US
Delegation also includes Defence Council secretary, Central Bank chief, some members of parliament
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FO spox clears air on visa-on-arrival facility
Says provision limited to US, Iran delegates, journalists
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POL prices slashed amid global fuel ease
PM said that when the "storm of unprecedented inflation" began around the start of the US-Iran conflict
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Afghans' repatriation continues at Torkham
175,000 Afghan nationals have returned so far this year
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Gold prices drop by Rs700 in Pakistan as global rates fall
The price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs600 to Rs426,064
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SSGC to suspend gas supply to Sindh industry for 24 hours
Says temporary suspension part of efforts to stabilise system while maintaining supply to priority segments
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Short-term inflation at 74-week high
SPI enters double digits at 12.15% YoY on war-driven high energy, food prices
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Peace talks revive IP pipeline hopes
Officials say Iran willing to extend gas sale agreement for another decade
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ADB says budget gaps delayed loan
Ministry terms Rs413b difference as statistical gap between civil, cash accounting
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Sindh offers single-window facility to Punjab industrialists
Expo opens in Karachi, highlights $3.5b Gujranwala export base
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China buys Iranian oil at premiums to Brent
The cargoes are floating near China and will be delivered this month'
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SBP injects over Rs2tr via OMOs
Gold price rises Rs3,000 per tola to Rs497,662 as rupee inches up against dollar
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PM's youth programme covers 170m Pakistanis
Digital hub offers 100,000 jobs as business loan scheme targets Rs250b disbursement
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Chemical industry expo set for May in Karachi
PCDMA partners with Ecommerce Gateway to host Chemical & Coating Asia alongside ITIF Asia
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PSX tops 167,000 on diplomatic optimism
KSE-100 index rises 1,674 points, ends strong week on bullish momentum
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Oil set for steepest weekly loss since June
Concerns rise over Saudi Arabia supply disruptions, limited flows through Hormuz
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KSE-100 closes near 168,000 points on US-Iran peace optimism
Benchmark index touches an intraday high of 168,290 before settling in positive territory
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Gold and silver prices see modest gains locally, globally
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs2,572 in Pakistan
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Mild pullback follows record surge at PSX
KSE-100 index falls 0.18%; market cools off after 9% spike a day ago
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Israeli strike kills at least seven at Gaza police checkpoint
Airstrike hits Bureij checkpoint; series of Israeli attacks have killed dozens of Hamas-led police since October
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Trump says US will have Strait of Hormuz 'open fairly soon'
US president also suggests other countries were offering help, but did not identify any nation
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Pakistan's envoy to US says Islamabad acting as facilitator in US-Iran talks, outcome depends on parties
Says Pakistan wish them well, bring good intentions of the entire international community
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Djibouti president wins election with 97.8% of vote, state media says
78-year-old extends 27-year rule in vote boycotted by two main opposition parties over impartiality concerns
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Israeli army continues raids in southern Lebanon, killing at least 3 in overnight attacks
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 28 people across Lebanon on Friday, including eight security personnel
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US jury indicts 10 Indians for visa fraud conspiracy
Accused involved in staged robberies at convenience stores
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Lebanon facing food security crisis: WFP
Beirut says death toll from Israeli strikes rises to 357 over past 48 hours
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Chinese, Taiwanese will unite, says Xi
President meets Taiwan opposition leader
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Netanyahu requests delay in his corruption trial testimony
Cites the ongoing security situation in the region to delay the trial, which is about to resume on Sunday
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Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold talks. What do we know?
Both sides face Trump pressure to end fighting, a key Iranian demand ahead of Pakistan talks
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Trump, Netanyahu held 'tense' phone call before Israel sought ceasefire talks with Lebanon: report
The conversation came shortly before Israel announced it would seek direct ceasefire talks with Lebanon
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Al-Aqsa Mosque reopens to worshippers for 1st Friday prayers after weeks-long closure
Closure barred five Friday prayers in March-April; worship resumed on sixth Friday, April 10
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Trump says US loading warships with ‘best weapons’ if no deal reached with Iran
Iranian Speaker Ghalibaf demands Lebanon ceasefire before talks
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Hikaru Nakamura spends 67 minutes on single move before losing Candidates match
Hikaru Nakamura uses over an hour on one move but loses to Javokhir Sindarov in Candidates match
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Warner aware of 'seriousness' of drink-driving charges: Cricket NSW
He is due to appear in court on May 7 after allegedly blowing more than twice legal limit in a random breath test
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Tamim becomes youngest BCB chief
He will lead a 11-member ad hoc committee
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McIlroy finds new challenges
He said the win lifted “an incredible weight” off him
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Flick defends young Yamal
Coach says he will always support and protect the player
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Slot tips Liverpool to bounce back
Manager believes his team can recover from recent setbacks
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Sinner, Alcaraz shine in Monte Carlo
Both players opened clay court seasons by crushing their opponents
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Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship to start on April 14
Six clubs to compete in six weight categories at Sports Complex Gym Hall
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WAPDA, Punjab reach final of 61st National Table Tennis Championship
Sensational semi-final victories set stage for title clash in Peshawar
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Australian cricket great David Warner charged with drink-driving: reports
He is due to appear in court on May 7
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Chalmers targets Olympic gold
The 27-year-old clocked 48.39 seconds to secure Australian Open title
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PSB boosts sports fund
The decision was taken during the 36th Board meeting
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Napoli's Serie A title defence boosted
Politano scored in the 79th minute to beat Milan 1-0
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Wawrinka falls on Monte Carlo farewell
He was defeated 7-5, 7-5 by Sebastian Baez
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Iran awaiting FIFA response
They requested to move Group G matches to Mexico









































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