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Can CPEC reach Afghanistan if borders stay shut?

From industry subsidies to clerical defiance, Pakistan’s elite often treat the state as a resource to be hollowed out

Sindh’s public school students are reimagining their world, proving that constraints can be creative engines

Pakistan remains Nipah-free, but officials ramp up border screening as the deadly virus surfaces in India

Trade is up 20% as Pakistan and Bangladesh "bury the hatchet"

Each Pakistani now owes Rs333,000 as total debt hits Rs80.5tn, threatening to eclipse the national GDP

A "Board of Peace" with no Palestinians?

All public and private educational institutions to remain closed on account of Shab-e-Barat

Fencing, CCTV, lighting and warning signs at construction sites made mandatory

Victim’s husband alleges police tortured him and his cousins in custody, amid claims of attempts to force a confession

Hospital says treatment completed smoothly, follow-up care advised

Iran says missile and defence capabilities are never negotiable as Trump cools strike threats

Says he and Field Marshal Asim Munir quietly went to many countries for loans in order to secure IMF deal

Note that airport temperature screenings rarely prevent the spread of disease

Hospitals directed to set up isolation units, rapid response teams while no case has been reported in Pakistan so far

Five are said to be in critical condition while 12 stay under observation

With jails' occupancy exceeding their capacity, prisoners are forced to live in unhygienic and suffocating conditions

Government ministers, PTI chairman on rare one page in denouncing 'false' rumour

Court also orders release of fund for affected residents, summons tribal elders to verify if govt is providing any aid

US stock futures ease after nomination; Senate confirmation needed

Says only intelligence-based operations under way as part of ongoing counterterrorism efforts

He defeated defending champion Jannik Sinner in the semi

ISPR says visit reflects enduring strategic partnership, shared commitment to regional peace, stability, security

Leader of opposition in City Council says mayor and Sindh govt fully responsible for repeated tragedies

Underlines need to maximise its potential for Pakistan’s economic growth

New START expires Feb 5; split present on if Trump should accept Putin’s proposal to extend current limits

PSX saw a trend reversal as KSE-100 jumped 1,836 points to close at 184,175

US military and civilian leaders of Gaza mission step aside as Europe rethinks role

Court removes reference under Section 152 CrPC in wake of FO distancing itself from judge's remarks

Pretoria says the Israeli envoy violated diplomatic norms, including attacks on President Ramaphosa

Amin close behind as the second round concludes

He spoke on camera for first time since Nigeria crash

Arsenal have a four points lead at the top of table

The defending champions are set to face Newcastle United

The showdown pits two players who are on rampaging form

Midfielder Jamal Musiala also made timely return for the league leaders

The former owner also wishes to reclaim ownership of the team

Says medical report will be provided to family; CM Afridi says Imran not allowed to meet his doctors

NCCIA unveils 'Katalyst', an AI system aimed at combatting online child abuse, in Islamabad

Economists see 3% growth holding firm as businesses diversify supply chains to bypass new American tariffs

'There is no evidence yet of increased human-to-human transmission'

He defeated the German third seed 6-4, 7-6 (7/5), 6-7 (3/7), 6-7 (4/7), 7-5

Finance adviser Muzzammil Aslam says closures hurting jobs, revenue, with 80% decline in border trade levies

IBOs carried out in Harnai and Panjgur districts of the volatile province

Declares cross-border attacks without Taliban approval forbidden, funeral rites to be denied to violators

Advocates allege criminal negligence after two women died in Lahore manhole, seek judicial probe

Officials say virus can drive severe liver disease in people already living with hepatitis B

Singer reflects on how high concert charges and elite private events limit public access to live music

Wheeling charges lowered by Rs9; rate under Export Finanzing Scheme cut to 4.5 per cent

PMD forecasts wind speeds to increase to 12 km/h between 12:00pm and 5:00pm

Wheel-jam shuts some roads in Peshawar, but businesses stay open in many districts

Opposition to mark Feb 8 as day of protest as well as mourning

Members of US and UK missions participated in kite flying and expressed enjoyment of celebrations

Both constables have been suspended from service

Balochistan braces for rain, gusty winds and hill snowfall from February 8 to 10

Heavy machinery, specialised de-watering sets have been deployed

Ringleader arrested; three customs inspectors named as facilitators

Theatre also recently staged special performances of its cultural play Lo Phir Basant Aai

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Two female vaccinators mauled in Korangi and Malir as authorities warn of rising canine menace

Accidents death toll exceeds 100, with two brothers crushed by trailer

story centres on a humble family navigating the struggles of daily life

Economists, policymakers call for structural reforms to reset Pakistan's economy

Law Minister Aftab Alam strongly criticised the ruling in social media post

Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship

KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points

Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances

Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation

PBOC halted an 18-month-long gold buying streak in May 2024, but resumed purchases six months later

Business leaders call for structural reforms in energy and taxation, clarity from IMF

Industry body cautions prolonged disruption will cause factory closures, mass unemployment

Acting chairman cites youth workforce, SMEs and Gwadar as pillars of economic growth

Vision 2030 drives demand for AI, highlighting scope for high-skilled jobs

Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb

Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan

SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump

Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue

Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed

Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion

Agreements cover semiconductors, peacekeeping as countries aim for trade surpassing last year's $18.6bn

US, India moved closer to a trade pact on Friday, announcing a framework for a deal they hope to conclude by March

Disgraced financier's network serves as a reminder that wealth & status continue to distort justice & shield powerful

Minister says there 'are no threats on the table, there is no trade war with Europe'

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It will be the first uniform IOC policy, replacing varying federation rules across major sports events

The suspects will be charged after interrogation

Police spokesperson blames accident on 'severe road damage'

UN officials say the US owes $827m from last year and another $767m towards the 2026 budget

'I didn't make a mistake. I mean, I give — I look at a lot — thousands of things,' Trump tells reporters

'We will not attack neighbouring countries; rather, we will target US bases stationed in them,' Iran FM says

Deal lowers US duties to 18%, reshapes energy ties, sets stage for a broader pact amid supply-chain realignment

35 people who had contact with the patient are being monitored and have tested negative for the virus

This marks the 4th launch of a reusable rocket since 2020

Faheem Ashraf unbeaten on 29 from 11, hitting two fours and three sixes

She defeated Baptiste 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3

Arsenal are already enjoying a six-point lead at the top of the table

Jayden Bogle and Noah Okafor scored in 3-1 victory

The extravaganza reflected the most geographically widespread Olympics in history

They thumped England by 100 runs

Pakistan will face Netherlands in the tournament opener

He smashed 175 off just 80 balls

They will start their campaign against the United States

They cut the defending champions lead by five points

They are eyeing to stretch lead to eight points

They will face Valencia in La Liga on Sunday

Spurs are 14th in the table after a miserable EPL season

The striker has scored just twice in his last 12 appearances

Hazlewood is the latest member of the squad to miss the tournament