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Thin gains at PSX as Pak-Iran tensions ease
KSE-100 index rises 79.83 points, settles at 63,282.23
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Industries ramp up imports of plants, machinery
Imports of capital goods rise 11% to $3.6b in Jul-Dec 2023
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Rupee soars to 12-month high
Closes at Rs279.90/$ on signing of $3b UAE investment agreement
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Textile exports dip 5% in H1 of FY24
Sector faces challenges in reaching govt’s ambitious $25 billion export goal
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Pakistan, Kuwait to set up $1b fund
Fund will be spent on exploration of metals and minerals in Pakistan
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K-P voters to decide fate of five party chiefs
Nawaz, Gohar, Fazl, Siraj, Sherpao among top leaders in fray
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IT boost
Pakistan’s IT exports surged by 17%, reaching $303 million in Dec 2023 as compared to $259 million in Nov
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Young voters
Pakistan’s burgeoning youth voter population, now standing at formidable 56.86 million
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Rupee’s resistance
One of biggest issues at hand to address is sky-rocketing inflation, which hovers around 40%
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She shapes democracy
In democratic society, active participation of all members is paramount
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English: a colonial legacy or relic?
We have always adopted an oxymoronic attitude towards English
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Sanity in the age of hate and conflict
We are living in an age of unprecedented pain and suffering
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The disregarded change of campus life
Major happening of late 70s and of decade of 80s ripped students from their global identities
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Iran tensions: Flights using Pakistani airspace dip by 50%
Decline in planes overflying within borders will negatively impact country’s revenue
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ECP instructs cops to stay outside polling stations
Poll supervisor says five officials will be at highly sensitive, four at sensitive, three at C Category stations
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Motorcyclists throw caution to the wind in port city
Traffic wardens have seemingly accepted defeat as well in trying to enforce bikers to have rear view mirrors
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Israeli drones attack hospital in southern Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent says
UN condemns Israel for firing on hospital in Gaza; Israel advances in Khan Younis; Palestinian death toll rises
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Maryam terms PTI’s predicament self-inflicted
PML-N chief organiser rejects allegations of political vendetta
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Parlours offering medical services under guise of beauty
Skin treatments can only be performed by qualified professionals but there does not seem to be any check and balance
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Czech court rules Indian man can be extradited to US, justice minister to decide
Czech appeals court allows extradition of Nikhil Gupta to the US; accused in a plot to kill a Sikh separatist
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Bilawal says not afraid of ‘politicians from Lahore’
Vows to implement party’s 10-point welfare agenda immediately after winning elections
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Polio officer killed, cop injured in targeted attack
Doctor served as coordinator for polio immunisation programme in Bajaur
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‘Unfair elections’ to create more instability
Imran says PTI would rather sit in opp than form coalition govt
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Iran launches air defence drill amid rising regional tensions
Iranian army’s air force and navy, aerospace force and navy of the IRGC participated in exercises, says Press TV
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North Korea says tests underwater nuclear drone, criticises US-led joint drills
Three countries' navies held drills as part of efforts to improve their responses to Pyongyang's nuclear threats
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Crew with first astronaut from Turkey launched on flight to space station
Nine minutes after launch, Falcon 9's upper stage delivers crew capsule to its preliminary orbit
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Iran-Pak flare up rooted in restive borderlands, not Mideast strife
Both Iran, Pakistan signal they don't want to escalate
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Indian devotees splurge on jets, gold idols as Hindu temple opens
Ayodhya set for tourism, business boom with new temple
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Experts agree Pakistan's response to Iranian incursion appropriate
Tehran's reckless and unprovoked attack on a friendly nation demanded a decisive response, says Naveed Hussain
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SC moved against IHC for nullifying cipher case jail trial
Govt plea says high court transgressed its jurisdiction
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US says 'no way' to solve Gaza conflict without Palestinian state
Mexico, Chile refer Gaza conflict to ICC over potential crimes
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Missing persons issue for ‘govt to resolve, not court’
IHC’s Justice Kayani orders provision of security for Baloch protesters, disposes of petition
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Envoy praises EU's IIOJK focus
Amna Baloch expresses gratitude to the European parliamentary recommendations
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Nearly half of voters in next polls are young
With 56.86m, they make up 44.22% of total 128.58m
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Call for reforms to address electoral system flaws
Participants urge genuine change emphasising intra-party polls
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Pakistan committed to NAM principles
Foreign minister attends Ministerial meeting of the 19th NAM Summit in Kampala, Uganda
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Study reveals barriers to voting rights
Experts warn flood-hit population needs motivation to vote on Feb 8
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CJ Isa on two-day chamber duties
SC appoints Punjab Police officer as amicus curiae in K-P police transfer case
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Pak plans to procure Chinese stealth fighter jets
FC-31’s stealth advantages allows it to spot opponents first, launch surprise attacks
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SC to hear judge sacking case on 25th
Five-member bench to resume hearing Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddqui’s petition
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IHC irked by AGP’s absence in NAB plea
Court again issues notice to legal officer to assist in disqualification period
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De-escalation imminent as friends engage in hectic diplomacy
With three key regional players working behind scenes, Tehran indicates it is ready to lower tensions too
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Imran’s ex-secretary testifies in cipher case
IHC issues notices on Imran Khan’s petitions seeking cessation of prison trial
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World leaders urge restraint after cross-border conflagration
Biden says Pakistan strikes show Iran not ‘well-liked’ in region
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World Bank offers help to investors
Seeks to encourage private sector participation in management of DISCOs
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Rupee closes below Rs280/$ after a year
OGRA announces decrease of 7.81% in RLNG price effective retrospectively from Jan 1, 2024
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Finance minister condemns FBR’s resistance to overhaul
Announces to retain her position as chairperson of publicly listed company
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Billions in money laundering uncovered
Customs officials face violence, threats as scam involving 12 importers surfaces
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Shares extend bear-run amid Pak-Iran row
KSE-100 index drops 364.93 points, settles at 63,202.40
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Pakistan, Dubai ink $3b investment pact at Davos
Deepen cooperation across railways, economic zones, and infrastructure
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Greenwich University awards scholarships, financial aid at convocation
35 students were awarded academic scholarships, more than 500 received various forms of financial assistance
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Police launch investigation after trans activist Bindiya Rana targeted at Karachi residence
Armed assailants, trying to forcibly enter the house, opened fire on resistance
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'No more forced disappearances after Feb 1,' CM Bugti vows
Balochistan CM says issue 'buried forever', ending all allegations of enforced disappearances
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Plea seeks FIR against Indian woman Sarabjit Kaur
Sarbjit Kaur converted to Islam, married a Pakistani national in November
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SBCA cracks down on fire safety in Karachi commercial centres after Gul Plaza blaze
Issues a three-day ultimatum for the installation of fire safety systems; failure to comply may lead to closure
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Echoes of Baldia Factory tragedy in Gul Plaza inferno
Firefighters said open routes could have reduced the number of deaths
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Switzerland for WEF Annual Meeting
PM will engage in bilateral talks with global leaders, participate in roundtable to explore investment opportunities
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Gul Plaza fire toll rises to 28 as DNA testing begins to identify victims
Sindh governor proposes relocating Gul Plaza traders; K-P CM sends condolence letter to CM Shah
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Pakistan extends airspace ban on Indian aircraft until Feb 24
Airspace will remain closed to all India-registered aircraft, including military aircraft
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PTI senators move IHC against Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi’s solitary confinement, bar on visits
Request court to allow meetings with Imran; Barrister Gohar stresses need to allow peaceful protest
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Showbiz figures express anger, grief over 'heartbreaking' Gul Plaza tragedy
Artists condemn systemic failures, demand accountability and reforms
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MWM chief Raja Nasir Abbas appointed Senate opposition leader
Secures 22 votes from opposition members, says only solution to political crisis is to 'free Imran Khan'
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Post-mortem report shows rare snow leopard found dead in K-P's Chitral died of natural causes
'Its natural death indicates the species still thrives in Chitral valleys,' says Chitral divisional forest officer
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Gul Plaza tragedy triggers governance debate in National Assembly
Khawaja Asif says it is 'humanly impossible' to manage Karachi under the current administrative structure
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OGDC announces fresh oil, gas discovery in K-P’s Kohat district
Third find in a month to add 3,100 barrels of oil and 8.15 mmcfd of gas
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PSX hits all-time high of 188,000 points on back of improved investor sentiment
Buying from local mutual funds plays key role in supporting the market’s upward trend
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PM Shehbaz departs for Davos to attend WEF Annual Meeting
PM will engage in bilateral talks with global leaders, participate in roundtable to explore investment opportunities
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IMF forecasts 2026 global GDP growth at 3.3%
Sees downside risks from trade flareups, AI-driven market correction
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PSX rallies to new record on rate cut talk
Index jumps 2,663 points as investors expect better corporate results
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'Entrepreneurship policy for women in the works'
SAPM says SMEDA to expand targeted support as women-led firms face finance, market gaps
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Pakistan introduces first-ever cannabis regulatory policy to curb misuse, boost economy
Policy envisages regulated plant cultivation, derivatives manufacturing for medicinal, industrial use
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Gul Plaza fire causes Rs100 billion in losses, 1,000 shops destroyed
Traders in Gul Plaza face financial devastation, with losses of up to Rs2.5 billion; experts highlight systemic flaws
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Trump to meet global CEOs at Davos
US president's visit looms over WEF; China's vice premier to also court business leaders
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Current account deficit hits $1.17b
Reaches $244m in Dec, reversing last year's surplus; FDI records outflow of $135m
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World Bank, IsDB briefed on power reforms
Minister cites $17b savings, says 8,000MW capacity dropped from expansion plan, circular debt reduced by Rs780b
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Kinnow exports earn $40m despite Afghan trade curbs
Shipments redirected to Middle East, Southeast Asia during peak season
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Aurangzeb: Economy on road to stability, growth
Tells Saudi counterpart Pakistan's reserves improving, investor confidence growing
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Gold reaches $4,670, silver surges as markets react to rising global uncertainty
Price of 24-carat gold per tola increases by Rs 7,500
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PHDEC opens new office
Moves to serve citrus hub, address export decline with regional office
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Pakistan, Philippines can boost pharma trade to $1b
Philippine firm opens subsidiary to strengthen healthcare cooperation
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'Content to die': Afghanistan's hunger crisis worsens amid severe winters, aid reductions
Deportations from Iran and Pakistan have left millions of Afghans homeless, hungry, aid falling short to meet needs
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Japan's snap poll on Feb 8
The country's first woman leader is banking on her high poll numbers
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39 dead in Spain after two high-speed trains collide
Police drone footage showed how the trains came to a standstill 500 metres apart
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India, UAE sign $3b LNG deal
Two sides signed a letter of intent to work towards forming a strategic defence partnership
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Trump ties Greenland bid to Nobel Prize snub
US president says not thinking 'purely of peace'
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Iran to consider lifting internet ban; state TV hacked
Iran’s streets have been mostly quiet for a week after December protests were violently suppressed
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India, UAE sign $3b LNG deal, agree to boost trade and defence ties at leaders' meeting
Aim to double trade to $200b till 2032
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Blast in Afghan capital kills at least 7
"We do have casualties, both wounded and killed," says interior ministry
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Russia, India invited to join Trump’s Gaza ‘Board of Peace’
New Delhi yet to respond as US ties remain strained over trade tariffs; Pakistan also among 60 countries invited
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Trump links Greenland threat to Nobel Peace Prize snub, EU eyes trade retaliation
EU leaders meet Thursday in Brussels to weigh options, including tariffs on 93b euros of US imports from Feb 6
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Starmer opposes US tariffs on allies, warns of 'downward spiral' over Greenland threats
British PM says historic alliances must endure, future of Greenland must be decided by its people and Denmark alone
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Japanese PM Takaichi will dissolve parliament on Friday, call election next month
Rising living costs top the public's concerns, with a new poll showing 45% of voters worried about prices
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Two trains collide after derailment in Spain; at least 39 killed
Officials say an Iryo train derailed near Adamuz in Cordoba and struck an oncoming Renfe service
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Syria agrees truce with Kurds after troop advance
Deadly clashes in the Syrian city of Raqa on Sunday between Kurdish-led forces and local fighters loyal to Damascus
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UN: Advanced weapons push Sudan into 'hell'
Sudan has been gripped by a conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
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Rain washes out second Pakistan-Sri Lanka T20I
Persistent rain forces match to be abandoned without a delivery being bowled as Pakistan lead series 1-0
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Thai esports player admits competing in girlfriend's place after her SEA Games disqualification
Thai esports professional has admitted he played in place of his girlfriend after her SEA Games disqualification
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Sabalenka impresses Australian Open warm-up
She clinched a 6-3, 6-3 win in 70 minutes against Cirstea
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PSB begins hockey club scrutiny before PHF elections
Club data is being collected through an online portal
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Kyrgios says he won't play singles at Australian Open
He has struggled with a series of injuries in recent seasons
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Sinner, Alcaraz tease doubles partnership
The duo prepares for their season-opening exhibition match in Incheon
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Pakistan U-16 set for historic UEFA tournament debut
The tournament will be held in Kazakhstan from April 24 to 30
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Arsenal miss chance to stretch lead
They settled for a goalless draw against Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium
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Real Madrid set up Clasico Super Cup final
They beat rivals Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Saudi Arabia
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PBSA names Qadir Memon as new president
He has widely travelled across the globe and actively participating in sports activities
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Hamza Khan wins Mr Rawalpindi title at district bodybuilding championship
Muneeb-ur-Rehman won the Junior title
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9th national rock climbing championship concludes in Islamabad
Islamabad’s Huzaifa Imran and SNGPL’s Abuzar Faiz and Amani Jannat emerged among the top performers
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Naqvi unveils US, Australia-based owners of new HBL PSL franchises
Interior minister calls bidding continuation of recent investment initiatives, saying it will generate Rs36b for PCB
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City, Villa falter in Premier League title race
Erling Haaland scored his 150th City goal from the penalty spot
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England need fresh approach: Stokes
The England captain backs coach Brendon McCullum despite Ashes defeat












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