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Open balloting won’t stop turncoats from selling votes, says Rashid
Says lawmakers who want to sell votes do so regardless of voting method
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Prisoners and the pandemic
Kept in overcrowded jails and low on the govt’s list of priorities, inmates left to fend for themselves amid Covid-19
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UK’s support to Covax to help Pakistan’s vaccination programme
First 7 million doses of Oxford-developed AstraZeneca vaccines expected to arrive in Pakistan before April
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The R&D conundrum choking our exports
With Pakistani products failing to perform globally, focus on research seems a no-brainer
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Flyover for a roof
Lured by dreams of unending opportunity, a colony of rural migrants eke out a living with no place to call home
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Moral Combat: The Video Game Debate
Violent video games have been linked to violence in real life, while excess can be harmful, links remain inconclusive
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Diamond in the rough: the story of baseball in Pakistan
Despite zero support and amenities, Pakistan ranks fifth in Asia when it comes to baseball
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Filing of nomination papers for Senate elections in full swing
So far, 80 candidates have submitted nomination papers; process to continue until Monday
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Senate race heats up as nominees file papers
ECP extends date for submission of papers till Feb 15
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OGRA recommends Rs16 per litre hike in POL prices
Raise suggested in view of global increase in rates of petroleum products
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Kamaru Usman defeats Gilbert Burns by TKO finish at UFC 258
End came at 34 seconds of the third round, when Herb Dean stepped in to halt it as Nigerian was pounding opponent
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Serena survives Sabalenka onslaught in Australian Open thriller
The American withstood a barrage from the seventh seed to prevail 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 in two hours and nine minutes
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Spezia teach Milan a 'lesson' to give Inter chance at top spot
Ibrahimovic's side had the chance to stretch their lead over rivals to five points but lost 2-0 to the promoted side
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Acquitted again by Senate, Trump still a powerful force in Republican politics
With 43 of the 50 Rep senators vote in favour of Trump on the charge of inciting deadly riot at the US Capitol
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With Republican firewall, US Senate acquits Trump of inciting deadly Capitol riot
The Senate voted 57-43 in favor of convicting the former president
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PPP minister seeks Italy’s assistance for radiocarbon lab
Says initiative will help carry out research on Sindh’s historical sites
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Remove encroachments from irrigation dept’s land: chief secretary
He also instructed the divisional commissioners and SSPs to enhance their coordination on the removal of encroachment
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Court orders FIR over dogbite case
According to the order, the relevant municipal officials are to be booked for every dog bite case
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Man killed in armed attack
Man killed in armed attack
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Political parties to end campaigns at midnight today
148,465 individuals have been registered to cast votes on Feb 16
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Fire truck fleet tours metropolis
Flag march taken out from Governor House; fire equipment to be handed over to KMC today
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MQM leaders assured party founder of following his orders: witness
ATC reserves verdicts on three cases registered against Uzair Baloch
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Eight nomination papers filed by MQM-P, 13 by PPP
Final list of candidates will be released on February 16
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CM refutes allegations of horse-trading
Contends PTI leaked horse-trading video to find ground for its demand of open ballot
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Rangers official killed in accident
Rangers official killed in accident
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Body on ‘horse-trading’ video to probe beneficiaries
Committee will also request those who may have first-hand knowledge of incident to share information with them
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Petitioner’s reply sought in electrocution death case
The petitioner moved the court to direct KE to pay Rs27 million as compensation for the death
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Tree plantation drive kicks off in Balochistan
4.2m trees to be planted in 2021 to reduce impact of global warming
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Canada approves bitcoin ETF
Canada approves bitcoin ETF
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IMF wants more reforms for Ukraine
IMF wants more reforms for Ukraine
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Pakistan urged to promote ease of doing business
German envoy says cohesive economic policies, improving tax regime will attract investment
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Level playing field sought for makers of tractor parts
PAAPAM says low valuation of imports has affected manufacturers
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Govt striving to revive manufacturing sector
Minister for science and technology says it will help create new job opportunities
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Auto sector seeks scrappage policy
Industry players label policy imperative for growth of sector
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New LPG policy offers more perks
Officials say proposed draft favours LPG importers at expense of local producers
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KSE-100 ends all sessions in red
Benchmark index falls over 1,097 points as selling pressure persists
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Daimler Trucks wants clean tech investments in Germany
Seeks to increase its appeal to investors as focused electric, luxury cars business
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Citigroup slashes CEO’s pay by 21%
Citigroup slashes CEO’s pay by 21%
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Investors eye shares of hotels
Look for companies that may be first to bounce back when pandemic recedes
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Pakistan to buy 21 freezers for Pfizer jabs
Ultra-cold freezers have capacity to maintain temperature at -70° C
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Engineering firms struggle for funds
Lack of loans for modernisation impacting export orders from global markets
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Buildings sans public safety
The construction of emergency exit ways is mandatory in buildings exist but they are not being implemented
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Vulnerable in Yemen
Nearly half the population of Yemen is now acutely food insecure, with 2 million facing crisis levels of hunger
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The Brutuses murdering our democracy
Political integrity was never set as an achievable benchmark by politics in Pakistan
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Pakistan and the Rule of Law Index 2020
The worst performing sectors are order and security, system of civil justice and the state of fundamental rights
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Explainer: Who is Dananeer Mobeen?
Islamabad-based social media influencer rose to fame after comical picnic video went viral
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First consignment to Central Asia crosses new Pak-Afghan border crossing
Residents of Afghanistan’s Khost province, N Waziristan hailed the development, says Pakistan’s envoy
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Strong quake hits off Japan coast, triggering blackouts
Earthquake with magnitude of 7.1 hit off the coast of eastern Japan, shaking buildings but no tsunami warning issued
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PM Imran is serving his ‘selectors’ not nation: Maryam
Addressing Daska rally, PML-N leader says upcoming by-poll is war against ‘vote snatchers’
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Pakistan Army conducts tactical drills in Thar Desert
Troops of Karachi Corps are participating in the four-week long ‘Jidar-ul- Hadeed’ exercise, says ISPR
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SC questions super tax 'burden on common man'
Levy aims at high-earning individuals, industries, big corporations
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AJK CJ voices solidarity with IIOJK people
Addresses opening ceremony of AJKSC golden jubilee celebrations
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Beef sales decline amid donkey meat scam
About 30-40% of local shops shuttered; customers switch to trusted retailers
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Govt moves to tackle flood and inflation pressures
Officials say initial assessments suggest damage to rice and sugarcane crops is manageable
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Court orders unblocking of YouTube channels
Sets aside a judicial magistrate's July 8 order
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Pak, Iran resume direct flights after six decades
Zaheer Abbas Khan, Country Manager of Iran Air Tour, announced the start of direct flights
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President to go on 10-day China tour
During the visit, the president will go to Chengdu, Shanghai and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region
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Govt urged to halt construction on waterways
Encroachments on natural drains blamed for flood damages, economic losses in Sindh
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Senate panels: PTI MPs start resigning
Swati, Afridi resign from key parliamentary committees
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Wife's maintenance not linked to Rukhsati: SC
Says entitlement not tied to consummation or Rukhsati
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23 terrorists killed in fresh anti-terror ops
ISPR says 19 Khawarij neutralised in K-P
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300-day climate action plan on cards
2.4 million people evacuated from Punjab as relief operations continue
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Medical graduates abandon practice
Parental career imposition, meagre income generation force many doctors to drop their white coats after graduation
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PSCA launches inclusive public safety app
Flood alerts, family tracking, crime reporting, disability-friendly tools added
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Faisalabad's historic Clock Tower to get new look
Rs700m set aside for project; Walled City Authority, MCF to oversee works
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China pushes CPEC 2.0 despite fears
Urges Pakistan to ensure security, political stability, timely project delivery
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Govt seeks IMF nod for new tax
Explores Panda bonds, grants, budget diversion to complete medical complex
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PQA to add 30,000 tonnes storage for cement exports
Govt task force plans new berths, truck yards, and support measures to cut costs, boost competitiveness
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Meeting reviews trade performance
Minister stresses market diversification with focus on high-value sectors
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Bureaucratic delays plague barter trade with Iran
Senators direct ministries to protect traders, comply with international obligations
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PSX breaks nine-day winning streak
Index loses 880 points in volatile session; volumes stay strong
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Oil slides 2% on worries about oversupply
IEA says world oil supply will rise rapidly this year due to planned output increases
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Auto sales rebound on small cars, hybrids
Sector jumps 62% to 14,050 units in August, recovering from July slump
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State Bank's reserves inch up by $34 million
Central bank deposits stand at $14.3b; gold prices fall Rs4,100/tola
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Gold prices retreat in Pakistan after reaching record highs
In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $36 per ounce to settle at $3,618
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Senate panel debates SBP chief's monthly pay package
Central bank governor receives Rs4m in salary, perks and security
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SMEs termed drivers of industrial revolution
PM aide says Pakistan aligning SME policies with global standards
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PSX reaches new record, crosses 157k barrier
Benchmark index gains 457 points on investor interest in attractive stocks
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Gold holds steady at peak, rupee rises for 24th session
Bullion stands at Rs388,100 as global prices hover near all-time highs
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US investigators recover weapon in Charlie Kirk killing, release images of person of interest
Kirk, 31, author and Trump ally, was shot dead Wednesday during a Utah university talk
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Nepal’s former chief justice Karki expected to become interim PM
Nation's worst unrest in years with 34 dead, more than 1,300 injured erupted over a now-reversed social media ban
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UNSC condemns strikes on Qatar
All 15 members, including US, backs statement
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South Sudan Vice President charged with murder, treason, crimes against humanity
Govt confirms 250+ soldiers killed in attack that also claimed senior officers, including a general
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UN halts aid for Afghans after Taliban bars women staff
UNHCR halted operations at Afghan cash centers after Taliban barred female staff from working on Sept 9
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Belarus frees 52 political prisoners in US-brokered deal
Trump urges Lukashenko to free 1,000+ political prisoners still jailed, rights groups say
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Nepal's army mediates with 'Gen Z' protesters to pick interim leader
Shops, schools, colleges stay shut in Kathmandu, surrounding areas, some essential services resume
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Police, FBI hunt sniper who killed Charlie Kirk in Utah
Charlie Kirk Trump ally and GOP youth leader shot dead at Utah event in what governor called political assassination
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China exports village surveillance model to Solomon Islands
Chinese police pilot fingerprint, data collection to curb social unrest
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Brooks Nader sparks dating rumors with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at US Open
Sports Illustrated model Brooks Nader was linked to tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner during US Open
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Chivu's Inter still a work in progress ahead of Juve clash
Rookie coach under pressure after Udinese defeat
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Manchester derby offers chance to salve wounds
Isak prepares for Liverpool bow
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De Minaur vows to 'make life difficult' for Belgium in Davis Cup
De Minaur targets strong start as Australia face Belgium in Davis Cup qualifier
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Chanettee takes two-shot lead in LPGA Queen City Championship
Chanettee Wannasaen fires a bogey-free 63 with an eagle to grab a two-shot lead at the Queen City Championship
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Norman says 'we changed the game' as he officially departs LIV Golf
Norman ends LIV era, hints at ‘exciting next adventure’
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Veteran Mexico goalkeeper Ochoa joins Cyprus' Limassol
Mexico great eyes sixth World Cup with Cyprus move
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Man City 'keeper Donnarumma ready for challenge of world's best league
Italian goalkeeper says ‘fully focused to make history and become a symbol for the club’
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Chelsea face 74 charges over alleged breaches of agent rules
Charges primarily relate to the period between 2010/11 and 2015/16
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NBA trailblazer Jason Collins battling brain cancer
He retired in November of 2014
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Man Utd beaten by Brann in Women's Champions League qualifier
Ingrid Stenevik scores header in 76th minute
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Suryakumar Yadav ‘excited’ for blockbuster Pakistan clash
He praises top-ranked Sharma for consistently setting up tone irrespective of target
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Canoe-kayak champion Fox out of worlds after kidney surgery
Jess Fox withdraws from canoe slalom worlds after kidney surgery, prioritising recovery over home title bid
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Soured rivalry: India v Pakistan as 'brothers' clash for world gold
Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem face off in javelin gold at Tokyo Worlds amid India-Pakistan tensions
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Pakistan announce U-17 squad for SAFF Championship in Sri Lanka
Green shirts gear up for Group B clashes against Bhutan, Maldives, and arch-rivals India