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Philippines grants US greater access to bases amid China concerns
Washington would be given access to four more locations under an Enhanced Defence Cooperation Agreement
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Tea stuck at port, shortage looms
Pakistanis said to sip away around 250m kilograms of imported tea annually
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PTI decries ‘fabricated’ cases against local leaders
Protests against Orangi Town police for arresting its leaders in such cases
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Senior journalist Imran Riaz Khan 'arrested by FIA'
Lawyer says anchorperson taken into custody by agency’s Lahore office
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PM allows 150% executive allowance for aggrieved officers
Annual impact of ending unequal funds distribution closes in at Rs1.3b
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NA seeks new approach to tackle militancy
Question absence of PM and COAS from House
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Afghan conundrum baffles policymakers
Officials say Islamabad keen to sort out issues through diplomatic and relevant channels
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Xi condemns mosque blast in call to Alvi
China vows to continue extending support against terrorism
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Court sends Sheikh Rashid on two-day physical remand
AML chief arrested for levelling allegations against Asif Zardari
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Charter of economy crucial for stability: PBF
Blames politically motivated policies for persistent socioeconomic problems
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Wikipedia blocked for 48hrs
PTA says the site failed to remove objectionable content
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POL demand surges by 8% due to hoarding
Reaches 1.44 million tonne this January, despite 20% decline compared to Jan 2022
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Govt considers reviving Pakistan-Russia gas pipeline project
Contemplates shifting its ‘starting point’ from Karachi to Gwadar
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Pakistan’s debt-to-GDP ratio in a danger zone of 70%
Country moves toward deal-or-default endgame as IMF bargains conditions
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‘Economic growth to contract by 0.3%’
US-based global research house says ‘rupee devaluation has not ended yet’
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Childhood friends separated by death
Fatally wounded cop was concerned about his ailing mother and her medicine
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Gwadar to become smart city
It will emerge as the most important port in the region, says chief secretary
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Security heightened at K-P govt offices
Chief Secretary also directs strict check on flour prices
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Another cop gunned down in Waziristan
The attackers, as usual, manage to escape after committing the crime
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Police personnel, families protest against Peshawar mosque horror
Protesters demanded inquiry to unmask the perpetrators behind the attack
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Twitter storm after 'boys will be boys' makes it to CSS exam
Bizarre CSS English essay question stirs debate amongst netizens
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Inflation rises to 48-year high as IMF visits
Statistics bureau records inflation at 27.55%, highest since May 1975
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Analysis: Pakistan moves toward deal-or-default endgame
Country in need of massive support as economy spirals out of control
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Moonis claims family's Gujrat home raided by police
PML-Q leader questions presence of '2 black Vigos' alongside 25 police vehicles during late-night raid
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MPs criticise ‘flawed’ anti-terror strategy
Lawmakers from both houses condemn Peshawar mosque attack
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Governance failure: Inflation-battered populace turning towards free meal centres
Queues outside langars have grown exponentially as country’s economic downslide continues
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IMF seeks political consensus for revival of $6.5b bailout
Expresses concerns opp may create hurdle in implementation of tough economic decisions
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Youth employment policy on the cards
As many as 2m jobs to be announced under NYEP
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Lawmakers for devising counterterrorism policy
Urge govt to facilitate police, law enforcement agencies
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US envoy, Pakistan officials discuss Afghan Taliban ban on women
West says he discussed ‘dangerous impact of Taliban edicts on millions of Afghans’ access to vital aid and education’
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Zardari proposes Rs35,000 minimum wage for labourers
Official decision should be made to help the workers cope with rising cost of living, says PPP leader
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Indus Motor 'unable to continue production activities'
Company says it is shutting down its plant for two weeks due to inventory shortages
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Rawalpindi man gets double life sentence for setting parents on fire
Convict Muhammad Waseem held his parents responsible for his wife’s refusal to return home
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SC registrar returns PTI plea against Naqvi’s appointment
Registrar office raises several objections including use of ‘inappropriate language’ in petition
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Pakistan braces for fuel shortages amid liquidity crisis
‘If we don't have LCs open right now, we might see shortages in the next fortnight’, says official
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PM Shehbaz calls for unity against 'anti-Pakistani elements'
Shehbaz says political turmoil, disunity could cost the country its 'hard-earned gains against terrorism'
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US to end COVID-19 emergency declarations on May 11
Biden repeatedly extended the emergency measures put in place in 2020
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Death toll from Kohat boat tragedy rises to 51
Pakistan army relief operation underway since 72 hours; Five more students rescued alive, says ISPR
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'Confident' Pakistan will meet IMF requirements in time: mission chief
IMF mission briefed on economic policies as Dar stresses govt's resolve to reach an agreement
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Police admit security breach as death toll soars past 100
JIT formed to identify Peshawar blast culprits
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Passport fee hike rumours squashed
Interior ministry says no change in fees for issuance of machine-readable passports
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Imran plans a return to Bani Gala
Security at hilltop residence beefed up; bulletproof windows, rooms to protect former prime premier
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Govt draws flak in Senate over price hike
Lawmakers condemn terrorist attack in Peshawar
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Verdict on Shujaat’s PML-Q president status today
ECP to deliver reserved judgment following Elahi's attempt to strip party chief of his position
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LHC adjourns Imran’s party chairmanship plea
Hearing on ECP proceedings against PTI chief to be resumed only after withdrawal of similar petition in IHC
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Pakistan will continue supporting ‘oppressed'
Claims Islamabad has played a vital role in forging political consensus on several human rights issues
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Oil falls 1% as rate hikes loom
Strong Russian exports offset ME tension, hopes of higher Chinese demand
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Power consumers brace for tariff rise
Generation cost of IPPs indexed to US dollar is set to increase due to rupee depreciation
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IT sector invited to remit proceeds ‘hassle free’
SBP directs banks to open foreign currency accounts to retain up to 35% of export proceeds
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Steel industry warns of business closure
Calls on govt, SBP to resolve LC crisis, ensure industry’s survival
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Lahore revives Basant 2026 but keeps kite-flying on a tight string
SOPs in place to balance cultural revival and public safety as Basant is set to be celebrated from February 6 to 8
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PHC declares crypto, digital forex ban petition ineffective
Court notes there is no dispute cryptocurrency currently has no legal status in country
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Army major martyred, five terrorists killed in Bajaur IBO: ISPR
President, PM pay special homage to martyred major, say his sacrifice for country is a source of pride for the nation
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Karachi-Dhaka direct flights to start in January
Pakistan envoy to Bangladesh discusses expanding trade, investment, and aviation ties in meeting with Muhammad Yunus
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Rare landspout seen in Gwadar ahead of nationwide rain spell
A rotating column of air rose from the ground towards the sky, attracting attention of people in the nearby areas
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FBR chief assures traders of relief on POS system, vows action against harassment
Traders complain they are facing excessive interference, penalties and shop sealings
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Rampant crime exposes policing failure in Sindh
As political influence restricts crackdowns against criminals, locals continue to live amidst lawlessness, insecurity
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Faiz Hameed appeals 14-year military court sentence, seeks judgment copy: lawyer
Former ISI chief convicted on Dec 11, appeal lodged with army chief two days ago
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Major terror attack thwarted as minor recruited online by BLA is intercepted
Sindh minister says underage girl radicalised via social media was stopped before being used in attack
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Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge Toshakhana-II convictions in IHC
PTI calls verdict politically motivated, seeks annulment of 17-year sentences
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Pakistan flags Christmas vandalism, attacks on Muslims in India to world bodies
Foreign Office urges global community to protect minority rights in the neighbouring country
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YouTuber Rajab Butt assaulted by lawyers at Karachi City Court
Attack follows bail hearing in blasphemy-related case; lawyers cite remarks made by Butt online
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Bhutto scholarships to fund Sindh students at Oxford
Fully funded scheme will support up to six Sindh students a year for graduate degrees at Oxford
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KP violence kills two policemen in Lakki Marwat, Tank
Attacks in Lakki Marwat and Tank add to concerns as police face rising militant violence in southern KP
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Pod of dolphins spotted off Gwadar coast
WWF-Pakistan says Noctiluca bloom has not harmed marine life
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Pakistan’s bazaar economy runs the country while staying off the books
Wholesale, retail trade sits at heart of informality, has sizable share in jobs
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Pakistan found stability, but growth didn’t show up
Lower inflation, a steadier exchange rate eased pressure, but weak investment kept growth low and uneven
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NFC: addressing the politicised elephant in the room
Provinces receive rising transfers while federation bears debt pressure, stabilisation costs
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The 'net economy'
As financing is limited, digital exports offer stable source of foreign earnings
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World alliances shift, but the China-Pakistan partnership holds steady
Action Plan formalises a “shared future” vision while CPEC-II shifts attention to inclusive industry and livelihoods
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Target faces activist investor pressure
Struggling retailer bears intensifying pressure amid decline in sales
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Blackout exposes robotaxi emergency gaps
Incident renews calls for tighter regulation and disaster-readiness standards
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China issues rules for human-like AI
Aims to tighten oversight of services designed to simulate human personalities; targets risks
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Seed law overhaul sets up new national regulator
NSDRA replaces FSC&RD to tighten certification, oversight and varietal approval
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PIA deal, rate cut push PSX to peak
IMF-linked reforms lift market sentiment; KSE-100 index rises 0.6% WoW
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ECC advocates public-private partnerships
Asks education ministry to team up with private sector for continuity of uplift projects
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Sugar recovery improves as temperatures fall
Recovery nears 10% in key regions, easing prices as crushing season gathers pace
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Fintech access outpaces usage
ADB cites cost, trust and infrastructure gaps limiting everyday adoption
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Exports plummet 36% amid high costs, complex taxation system
High energy costs, falling farm yields squeeze exporters as industry warns rupee stability cannot be sustained
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Territorial rift persists as Trump-Zelenskiy talks yield limited progress
US president hosts Zelenskiy at Mar-a-Lago day after Russian strikes on Kyiv, territory remains key sticking point
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Houthi leader says Israeli presence in Somaliland will be considered 'military target'
Recognition of breakaway region draws condemnation from African Union, Muslim-majority nations
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Trump hails Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire
At least 47 people were killed and more than a million displaced in three weeks of fighting
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Hezbollah's disarmament 'an Israeli-American plan'
He said the army is carefully planning "for the subsequent phases" of disarmament
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Over 10,000 people displaced in three days in Sudan: UN
3,100 people were displaced from the famine-stricken city of Kadugli in South Kordofan
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Polls: Guinea junta chief headed for victory
A large security presence, including armoured vehicles, patrolled the capital's streets
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Caretaker PM's party leads Kosovo vote: exit polls
TV channel T7 put the VV at 43.5 percent, with other exit polls
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Zelenskiy meeting Trump in Florida for talks on Ukraine peace plan
The US president said he will call Putin again after meeting with Zelenskiy
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Nine killed, including five children, in stabbing attack in Suriname
Police officers opened fire when the suspect attempted to attack them during the arrest
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Low voter turnout marks Myanmar’s first election since 2021 military coup
UN, Western nations and rights groups say the vote lacks credibility as critics are banned
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Woman killed, family members injured as storms cause building collapse in Gaza
Rising seas flooded hundreds of tents for displaced families along the Khan Younis beach in Gaza up
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Bangladesh police confirm student leader killers fled to India
Report that suspects Faisal Karim Masud, Alamgir Sheikh fled to India via Haluaghat border, worsening diplomatic ties
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Zelenskiy to meet Trump in Florida as Russia hammers Ukraine with strikes
20-point peace plan 90% complete but Donbas region remains sticking point; Zelenskiy may put deal to referendum
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal













































































































