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Caretakers also leave double-digit inflation
Jan inflation stands high at 28.3%, in line with finance ministry’s projection
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Bulls take charge over election timing clarity
KSE-100 index rises 414.56 points, settles at 62,393.74
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Lack of economic agenda tests PSX
Challenges short-term business confidence, despite promising medium-to-long-term outlook
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Geopolitics and the lens of history
2008 global economic crisis has been historical, it's an indicator of erosion of West’s dominance in global affairs
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Elections: consolidative, restorative or transformative?
It is satisfying enough that elections will be held resolving muddle that Pakistan has been in for last two years
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Pakistan will lose again
Pakistan has two classes of citizens: the oppressors and the oppressed
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The concept of hedging: lessons for Pakistan
Pakistan has thus far managed to avert the danger of putting all the eggs in one basket
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Mess in Mach
Standoff in desolate horizons of Mach in Balochistan was grim reminder of precarious security situation
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Less corrupt?
CPI reveals that Pakistan has ascended seven places from 140 in 2022 to 133 out of 180 countries in 2023
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After Ram Mandir
Extremist rhetoric continues to be reliable vote-getter across India
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Pakistanis among 15 arrested in Cyprus sham marriage scam
Europol busts illegal EU migration ring, 15 arrested for sham marriages, human trafficking, money laundering
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Polls laced with unpredictability
Independents may play key role if no party secures decisive majority
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Verdicts coming from ‘elsewhere’ merely being announced by ‘puppets’: Imran
Ex-PM says involving his wife, Bushra, in cases is a deliberate attempt solely aimed at tarnishing his reputation
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HVT among two terrorists killed in DI Khan IBO
ISPR says weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from killed terrorists
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UN report reveals TTP set up new base in K-P
Says 66 terrorists were trained as suicide bombers over there
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US approves strikes against Iranian targets in Iraq, Syria
Houthis attack Red Sea shipping, US and Britain retaliate; ceasefire talks for Gaza amid intense fighting
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Iran's Guards pull officers from Syria after Israeli strikes
Decision to pull out senior officers is to help avoid direct involvement in escalating Middle East conflict
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Election 2024: Students rejoice mid-season 9-day holiday
All educational institutions will practically remain closed throughout the country from Feb 3 to Feb 11
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Biden to issue order targeting Jewish settler violence in West Bank
Israeli settler violence against Palestinians have increased in recent months as Jewish settlements have expanded
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Iran hands over bodies of nine Pakistani labourers
Bodies were transported to Punjab via special plane from Juzzak Airport in Saindak, says Chagai DC
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India deploys unprecedented naval might near Red Sea to rein in piracy
Indian defence officials say that navy personnel have investigated more than 250 vessels in the last two months
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Independents can make their own PM if in majority: CEC
Raja says steps being taken for security of candidates, voters in K-P and Balochistan
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Centuries-old mosque torn down in Indian capital
Masjid Akhonji, which its caretakers say is 600 years old, was razed during a drive to remove 'illegal' structures
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Israeli settlers establish new outpost in West Bank
All Jewish settlements in occupied West Bank are considered illegal under international law
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More rain expected in Karachi on Feb 3 and 4
Some heavy falls with thunder can occur in the port city
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Grey langur escapes Sukkur rehabilitation centre
Wildlife officials say efforts underway to rescue animal, facilitate transfer to natural habitat in Nangarparkar
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ECP announces public holiday on February 8
Polling to commence at 8am and end at 6pm
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Election violence mars Balochistan, K-P
Grenade attacks and threats before polls stir concern
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Hamas head due in Cairo for truce talks
No let-up in Israel’s aerial bombardment in Gaza as death toll reaches close to 27,000
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‘Cipher’s was an open-and-shut case’
Special Court declares that Imran Khan violated his oath by unveiling a classified information
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PTI to hold intra-party polls on Feb 5
Says results will be announced on Tuesday
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Uptick in poll-related violence prompts ECP huddle
Violent attacks continue to mar the elections campaigns in various parts of the Balochistan
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Is TTP being blamed for Jamaat-ul-Ahrar attacks?
Former has agreed to ‘undeclared ceasefire’ until polls in Pakistan
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Govt joins bid to hold resigned judges accountable
Court adjourns hearing for two weeks after issuing notice on intra-court appeal moved by Aafia Sher Bano
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ECC to mull G-B wheat rates revision today
Committee’s meeting to take up 13-point agenda
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‘Too late’: SC nixes appeal in nomination papers case
Three-member bench cites delay in approaching court as ballot papers have already been published
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Armed action prerogative of state: CII
Islamic advisory body issues guidelines for conducting protests
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Senate Committee discusses Amendment Bill 2024
Constitution designated 10 reserved seats for non-Muslims in National Assembly, with entire country as constituency
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Lower Sindh’s electoral battles to watch out for
PPP, GDA, MQM-P emerge as frontline contenders in Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas divisions
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Father to pay for child’s education, rules SC
Issues eight-page judgment regarding a case about maintenance of children
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Peace in South Asia to remain elusive till just resolution of Kashmir: Jilani
FM says international community must urge India to stop ongoing human rights violations in IIOJK
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Pemra directed to ensure ‘unbiased’ coverage
Imran challenges regulatory authority’s decision to bar satellite TV channels from airing his speeches ,media talks
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The elusive mirage of level playing field
Fairness in electoral races often sacrificed at the altar of power dynamics
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FBR misses monthly target by 1.3%
Under IMF arrangement, shortfall of over 1% may necessitate a mini-budget
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Govt unveils new tight gas policy
Looks for $20b investment in exploring huge gas reserves
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Inflation to stay at 28.5% despite ‘economic stabilisation’
Monthly outlook report anticipates inflation to remain around 27.5% in Feb
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Stocks notch up gains amid volatility
KSE-100 index rises 137.44 points, settles at 61,979.18
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NEPRA mulls record Rs5.62/unit hike in electricity prices
Attributed to elevated reference fuel cost, reduced hydropower availability in Dec 2023
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Energy sector shifting to private investors
Energy sector undergoing massive transformation as world was increasingly focusing on green technologies
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SBP allows 100% advance import payments
Liberalisation sparks confidence amid forex reserves surge, traders eye greenback surge
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ICC, BCB officials meet Naqvi in Lahore over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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Punjab extends Basant celebrations in Lahore until 5am
CM Maryam praises Lahore for discipline, says Safe Basant concept to be adopted in other cities
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TTAP strike paralyses Balochistan over alleged Feb 8 poll rigging
Markets shut and transport suspended as protests disrupt daily life
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Pakistan to attend first Gaza Board of Peace summit chaired by Trump
Meeting on Feb 19 to focus on ceasefire, aid access and Gaza reconstruction
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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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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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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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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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Meloni condemns 'enemies of Italy' after clashes in Olympics host city
Italian PM hits out as 100 break from march; rail network also sabotaged in separate attacks
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Iran says right to enrich uranium is key to success of US nuclear talks
Araqchi said Iran’s insistence on enrichment is tied to sovereignty as talks with the US seek to rebuild trust
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Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles
Zelenskiy said he had also imposed sanctions against the Russian financial sector
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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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ICC, BCB officials meet Naqvi in Lahore over Pakistan–India T20 World Cup row
BCB President Aminul Islam thanks Pakistan for its support
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory
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Markram says South Africa Test success bodes well for T20 World Cup
The Proteas will face Canada in the campaign opener
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Vonn's Olympic dream cut short
Johnson claims downhill gold
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Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE
He took the coaching role in February 2024
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Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear
Manchester United pile pressure on Spurs’ Frank
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From threats to please
Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India
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Barca beat Mallorca to extend Liga lead
Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory
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Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase
They chased 183 with five wickets to spare
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'Miracolo': Football-mad Italy make cricket World Cup debut
They are set to debut against Scotland at famous Eden Gardens
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Pakistan rewrites the cricket script
Pakistan’s refusal to play India at the T20 World Cup challenges a decade-old norm, exposing power, precedent and cost
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Suryakumar's 84 leads India to opening win over USA in T20 World Cup
Chasing 162, the US slumped to 13-3 as late call-up Siraj struck twice early
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PCB 'categorically rejects' Indian journalist's claim of approaching ICC on T20 World Cup row
'A little patience and time will clearly show who actually went knocking and who didn’t,' spokesperson says
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ICC in talks to revive Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash
ICC seeking resolution through dialogue and not confrontation, says source close to developments
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Shepherd takes hat-trick as West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup
He grabbed a sensational four wickets in five balls in the 17th over




































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