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Rail traffic disrupted after mishap
The accident took place near Hyderabad with a freight train en route from Karachi to Lahore
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Sanjrani quits Senate, takes oath as MPA
Sanjrani’s efforts to cling on to the higher post raise many eyebrows across the political spectrum
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IHC allows meetings at Imran’s behest only
Jail superintendent submits reply in contempt of court case
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Achakzai proposes panel to address PTI’s concerns
Appealed to those concerned, urging mercy on country and asserting that responsibility to govern lies with people
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Oath-taking amidst legal dispute chaos
AGP tells NA PHC order not binding on legislatures of Punjab, K-P and Balochistan
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USC employees threaten strike from next week
Action committee demands 75% pay rise, regularisation of contract employees
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Educational triumph witnessed in G-B
Grade 5 students in G-B surpassed the national average in both Urdu and English proficiency
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Presidential election today despite postponement call
Coalition’s strength gives edge to Zardari; rival Achakzai seeks delay until reserved seats issue settled
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Remittances up ahead of Ramazan
Overseas Pakistanis send 18% higher remittances that reach $2.25b
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Rupee rises to 4-1/2-month high vs dollar
Currency finds support from IMF’s positive response to loan talks
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Food prices drive inflation higher
SPI rises 1.11% week-on-week following surge in cost of eatables
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World food index falls for 7th month in a row
Lower cereal prices offset higher rates of sugar and meat
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Wheat harvest target may be missed
Country likely to produce 29m tons against target of 32m tons due to high input costs
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Stocks gain modestly on IMF deal optimism
KSE-100 index adds 190.67 points, settles at 65,793.76
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Plan finalised to provide online services for land records
It will facilitate overseas Pakistanis in property transfer through use of technology
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Textile body, UK chamber to deepen cooperation
Will strive to tap networking opportunities for industry leaders
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Food security under threat
Soil and groundwater salinity hinders plant growth, reduce crop yields
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Women stage rallies across Sindh
Hyderabad echoes with slogans against honour killing, anti-women traditions
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Financial inclusion for women stressed
The event showcased opportunities for women to be financially empowered within Pakistan's economic landscape
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Thatta women suffer vagaries of climate change
Sumera Ishfaq stressed the need for sustainable solutions in Thatta district
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Indian authorities contacted for missing fishermen
There may be a chance that fishermen swam to some nearby coastal area
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CM says will review caretakers’ decisions
Will reshuffle police dept as crime in city, rural areas spiraling out of control
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Aurat March attracts diverse crowd
Event highlights rights of women, transgender persons, minority communities
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Elderly man, girl ‘tortured’ to death
Waheed Ali told the Rawat police that his parents and he worked at a kiln owned by Fazlur Rahman
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Girls’ education still a challenge
Report sheds light on persistent gender disparities in education
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‘Woman more impacted by climate-related disasters’
Women disproportionately affected due to social, economic, and cultural factors, Dr. Ali Mir
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Private sector takes charge of capital’s decor
Civic body seeks bids from interested firms
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Five buildings sealed in capital
Authorities took strict action against the violation of building by-laws in Islamabad Zone 5
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‘Women’s role crucial for national progress’
Scores of women from diverse backgrounds participate in Women’s Day event
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Gender-based violence sees surge
1,464 cases of violence reported in Lahore during 2023
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Head nurse allegedly gang-raped in Layyah
The victim, a resident of quarters of Doctors Colony, said three armed assailants forcibly entered her residence
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WASA vows universal service in city
Liaison cell set up to promote public cooperation
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Ban on girls’ education: Afghan humanitarian aid in peril
Close neighbours like Pakistan, Iran and China refuse to accept the Taliban edicts on the issue
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Should Biden drop out of the race?
As per court rules, Donald Trump remains in the race, but can Biden successfully outcast him again
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An ode to you
The concept of things happening for ‘the best’ helps people manage their emotions more appropriately
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Home schooling
The local schools fail to serve their commitment to the students in particular and education in general.
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Gender parity in news media
Equal pay, top-tier positions and career longevity still remain some of the major issues
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Plight of athletes
Pakistani athletes frequently grapple with insufficient resources and infrastructure
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‘Historic incident’ as smoking mars NA session
NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq let off steam as a member sparked controversy by smoking during the parliamentary proceedings
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Aurat March attracts diverse crowd at Karachi’s Frere Hall
Event highlights rights of women, transgender persons, minority communities
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HRCP urges actionable steps for women's empowerment
Rights body regrets country’s abysmal ranking in Global Gender Gap Index
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NA resolution lauds women’s role in society
Members of the Sunni Ittehad Council opposed the resolution
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Pakistan calls for non-discriminatory CWC approach
Ambassador Suljuk Mustansar Tarar, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to OPCW delivered the national statement
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UN experts urge India to end attacks on minorities
Since Modi took office in 2014, India has seen numerous outbreaks of violence between Hindus and Muslims
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US House to vote next week on TikTok crackdown bill
Energy and Commerce Committee 50-0 vote represents the most significant momentum for a US crackdown on TikTok
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Microsoft says Russian state-sponsored hackers trying to breach its systems again
Says it has no evidence that its customer-facing systems had been compromised in the hack
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'It hurts': Gaza war robs Muslim world of Ramazan joy
While international mediators were hoping for a truce in time for Ramazan, no breakthrough had come by Friday
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Four terrorists killed in North Waziristan IBO
Weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from the killed terrorists, says ISPR
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Political analysts say PTI being ‘pushed to the brink’
Naveed Hussain condemns allocation of reserved seats, rightfully earned by PTI, to rival parties PML-N and PPP
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Achakzai demands postponement of presidential elections
In a letter to ECP, SIC-nominated candidate says elections without reserve seats would violate Constitution
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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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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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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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PMD predicts drizzle, stronger winds in Karachi today
Balochistan braces for rain, gusty winds and hill snowfall from February 8 to 10
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De-watering under way from sewage-filled ponds
Heavy machinery, specialised de-watering sets have been deployed
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FIA busts gold, currency smuggling ring
Ringleader arrested; three customs inspectors named as facilitators
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Ajoka Theatre to stage 'Dara' at Faiz Festival
Theatre also recently staged special performances of its cultural play Lo Phir Basant Aai
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Stray dog attacks put polio workers at risk
Two female vaccinators mauled in Korangi and Malir as authorities warn of rising canine menace
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Fatal road carnage claims five lives
Accidents death toll exceeds 100, with two brothers crushed by trailer
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Awami Theatre Festival showcases Balochi drama
story centres on a humble family navigating the struggles of daily life
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KLF 2026 puts economy under the microscope
Economists, policymakers call for structural reforms to reset Pakistan's economy
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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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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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Trump condemns, won't apologise for video depicting Obamas as apes
'I didn't make a mistake. I mean, I give — I look at a lot — thousands of things,' Trump tells reporters
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If US attacks, Iran says it will strike US bases in the region
'We will not attack neighbouring countries; rather, we will target US bases stationed in them,' Iran FM says
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US, India unveil interim trade framework, move closer to broad pact
Deal lowers US duties to 18%, reshapes energy ties, sets stage for a broader pact amid supply-chain realignment
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Faheem Ashraf's blistering knock takes Pakistan over the line in T20 World Cup opener
Faheem Ashraf unbeaten on 29 from 11, hitting two fours and three sixes
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Alexandrova rallies to advance to Abu Dhabi finals
She defeated Baptiste 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3
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Man City confront Anfield hoodoo
Arsenal are already enjoying a six-point lead at the top of the table
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Leeds boost survival bid with win over relegation rivals Forest
Jayden Bogle and Noah Okafor scored in 3-1 victory
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Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics open with dazzling ceremony
The extravaganza reflected the most geographically widespread Olympics in history
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Suryavanshi smashes 175 as India win Under-19 World Cup final
They thumped England by 100 runs
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Salman defends 'X factor' Tariq's action
Pakistan will face Netherlands in the tournament opener
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Suryavanshi smashes record in U19 World Cup final
He smashed 175 off just 80 balls
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There will be nerves at home: Yadav
They will start their campaign against the United States
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Dortmund dare to dream as Bayern falter
They cut the defending champions lead by five points
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Inter eyeing chance to put pressure on title rivals Milan
They are eyeing to stretch lead to eight points
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Real Madrid seeking consistency over magic
They will face Valencia in La Liga on Sunday
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Carrick relishing Frank reunion
Spurs are 14th in the table after a miserable EPL season
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Guardiola lauds 'world's best Haaland
The striker has scored just twice in his last 12 appearances
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Spin woes, injury and poor form dog Australia
Hazlewood is the latest member of the squad to miss the tournament







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