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Sugar mills produce 1.36m tons
Commissioner attributes improved performance to strict enforcement of laws, regulations
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Think tank challenges 3.7% growth
Notes no real production expansion; suggests enabling policies for businesses
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The Khyber pass railway — A century on
In 1925, the Khyber Pass Railway was inaugurated as a bold imperial experiment at the edge of empire.
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Fire, ash and the return of wonder
After a sequel that drifted beneath the surface, Avatar: Fire and Ash rises with urgency and fire.
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Rewriting Japan’s postwar pacifism
As Tokyo sheds postwar pacifism as US’ junior partner to leverage Taiwan against Beijing
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The long night of growing old
A haunting Argentinian film that begins inside a psychiatric ward but ends in our conscience.
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Newly formed FCC facing logistic issues
Despite notification, court still operating from IHC; FCC to take up super tax case tomorrow
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Tax cases: CJ stresses timely adjudication
Underscores commitment to reforms for timely justice
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Engineer Mirza makes revelations about Imran's life in jail
The cleric claims PTI founder appears frustrated
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President, PM vow support for visually impaired
Highlight achievements of Pakistanis on World Braille Day; say govt committed to promoting Braille literacy
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Oppression can build roads, not nations: Afridi
K-P CM says equal law for rich and poor is the foundation of nation-building
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The year of conflicts and crises ends without resolution
Peace, climate cooperation, and respect for international law remained in short supply
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Artificial Intelligence goes rogue
Crime no longer announces itself with violence, it arrives through algorithms
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How did Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get together? Thank Mama Swift
The real challenge was how to get the singer to meet the football player
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Tommy Lee Jones' daughter had arrests before her death at 34
Victoria Jones had faced arrests for drug possession and other charges
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Where history stands still
At Wagah border, white sculptures, a Partition rail scene recast Lahore's frontier past walks beside present
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Luxury goods were once built to last, but not any more
The quality of fashion items seems to be declining with the passage of time
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Physiotherapists urge regular winter exercise
Advise people of all ages to stay active during winter to prevent stiffness, muscle weakness
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Flour prices soar as bread, naan price hike looms
Red flour up by Rs1,800, fine flour by Rs2,700 per bag, bakers threaten strike
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Crackdown yields over Rs15m in fines
Nearly 1,500 inspections conducted in 2025, unsafe milk, meat destroyed
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Biryani still rules capital's food scene
From roadside stalls to fine dining, Islamabad's favourite dish remains unbeatable
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Judicial inquiry into HWSC demanded
Mehran Workers Union calls for action against 'incompetent' officials
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Students showcase AI, robotics projects
JI chief opens TechnoFest 3.0, highlighting youth talent
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Hyd roads in ruins as uplift promises go unkept
Poor maintenance, stalled constructions leave residents facing traffic chaos
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Deworming drive to target over 6m children
Media's role highlighted in protecting children's health
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Karachi Winter brings surge in respiratory, stroke cases
Experts warn of increased fatalities among the elderly and a rise in flu-related illnesses
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Doctors get brief reprieve in RTO tax drive
FBR warns healthcare, other businesses of strict action over false income declarations
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311 people murdered in Faisalabad in 2025
15,593 robberies reported, police say crime dropped compared to 2024
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JIT raids suspect's home in Teefi Butt murder case
Action taken after bail cancellation by court
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Smart meter procurement under scanner
FIA seeks record from regulators regarding LESCO tender
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K-P fast-tracks Swat Motorway Phase II
Afridi orders early start of work on flagship road projects, assures priority funding
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Nelson Mandela/Deng Xiaoping & inclusive transformation
China's remarkable transformation under Deng was driven by economic pragmatism, political management
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Who's afraid of us?
2026 Pakistan stands at crossroads: addressing systemic issues, using its newfound influence wisely
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Unrest in Iran has its genesis in governance and grievances
Iran's uprising, driven by economic frustration, rooted in decades of centralised power, unfulfilled promises
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Cervical cancer vaccine
Sindh’s HPV vaccine push faces resistance rooted in deep-seated public mistrust, misinformation
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Trapped at kitchen table
Pakistan's economic crisis: survival takes precedence as food, housing, utilities consume 63% of income
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Gas pipeline explosion in K-P's Haripur leaves 8 dead, 5 injured: officials
Deceased include women and children trapped in fire at gas pipeline in Hattar Industrial Estate
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Pakistan, UK launch initiative to strengthen geoscientific capacity, mineral sector
British HC Jane Marriott says Pakistan's geological potential requires trustworthy data collated via modern methods
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Iran's envoy says any future US talks to be held only in Pakistan
Ambassador cites Islamabad’s neutrality after hosting highest-level talks since 1979
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Turkiye on last leg of 3-nation tour
Expected to meet President Erdoğan and other leaders on sidelines of Fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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Pakistan working on nuclear 'breakthrough' as CDF Munir meets Iran's Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf
CDF Munir likely to visit to Washington, DC, after trip to Tehran, Pakistan government sources say
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Pakistan says Iran-US 'agreement is reachable'
Foreign Office said talks continue, no deal reached yet, but process remains intact and ongoing
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Saudi Arabia announces $8b support to Pakistan amid UAE debt repayment
Riyadh says move aims to support Pakistan’s economy and strengthen resilience
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NA panel takes alarm at Taunsa HIV cases, seeks detailed briefing
Committee also expresses concern over reported deaths, including suicide cases, in medical colleges
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Power minister apologises as LNG shock plunges country into severe load-shedding
Says shortfall is created once demand exceeds 16,500MW, adds peak demand reached up to 20,000MW in past 15 days
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Pakistan Navy successfully conducts test of indigenously developed anti-ship missile
President, PM, CDF, and services chiefs commend participating units and scientists on achieving this milestone
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AJK police arrest suspected Raw agent in Rawalakot
Police chief says suspect was recording videos and taking photographs of sensitive installations
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PM Shehbaz expresses solidarity with Qatari emir, urges de-escalation, dialogue for regional peace
Both review bilateral relations, reaffirm commitment to strengthen cooperation in areas including security, defence
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Man rescued alive after 16 days trapped under landslide in K-P
The survivor identified as Abdul Wahab was pulled from the debris after an extended search operation
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Pakistan, Turkiye commando exercise Jinnah-XIII concludes in Ankara, Isparta
ISPR says primary aim of exercise was to refine drills, procedures, techniques related to counterterrorism operations
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Punjab moves to cut stamp duty on property transactions from 3% to 1%
Transactions completed within 12 months, stamp duty set at 1%, while transactions beyond 12 months subject to 2%
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Gold, silver prices move up in Pakistan tracking global trends
The US dollar falls to its lowest level in six weeks, making greenback-denominated commodities
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Pakistan receives $2bn from Saudi Arabia: SBP
FinMin confirms financial bailout, aimed at helping the country meet its external financing needs
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EU warns against investment delay
Adidas among 20 firms to visit Islamabad; envoy flags child rights issue
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Port infrastructure upgrades underway
Berths reach depth of 15.5 metres to accommodate larger vessels
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$3b Saudi support fuels robust PSX rally
KSE-100 adds nearly 2,900 points over growing investor interest
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Minister woos foreign investors
Discusses with Italian, Danish envoys concerns over tariff classification
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Customs gives directives for smooth salt export
Authorities direct that practice of declaring exports under general trade codes be discontinued
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AI Seekho launched with Rs2.5m prize pool
Google, Telenor partner with govt as schools introduce AI curriculum, 1,000 scholarships planned by 2030
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Climate funds ignore vulnerable
ADB adviser calls for Provincial Finance Commission, shift to pre-arranged support
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OGDC hits record oil, gas discovery in Kohat
Well now contributes approximately 10% of Pakistan's total crude oil production
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ME crisis sparks significant supply shocks
Aurangzeb says govt assessing second, third-round effects of crisis on economic indicators
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SBP replaces 2018 crypto ban with new VASP rules
Banks may open accounts for licensed virtual asset firms under strict AML compliance
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Retailers claim Rs100b loss from early closure
Caution decline in activity may reduce tax collection by Rs25b per week
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Govt weighs spot LNG as Iran war hits supply, ramps up domestic oil and gas
Says the government considers buying liquefied natural gas on the spot market to offset supply disruptions
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SBP opens formal banking to licensed virtual asset service providers
PVARA chairman terms it a foundational step in bringing virtual assets into the formal financial system of Pakistan
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UN General Assembly debates Strait of Hormuz closure after China, Russia veto draft resolution
Iran's UN envoy calls US maritime blockade 'clear act of aggression'
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US, Hamas hold direct talks in Cairo to advance Gaza ceasefire: report
US adviser Aryeh Lightstone met Hamas negotiator in Cairo, joined by Nickolay Mladenov, CNN says
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Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel
Invites Israeli PM and Lebanon’s president to White House, calling it first meaningful talks between two countries
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Rights groups, JI join hands against inhuman culling of stray dogs, bite attack cases in Punjab
436,408 dog bite cases in 22 months, but govt shows little interest in resolving the issue
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Over 60 organisations call for suspension of EU-Israel association agreement
'People of Palestine and Lebanon deserve action and accountability, not concerns and condolences,' says joint letter
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Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world
Slams leaders who use religious language to justify wars, urges 'decisive change of course'
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Iran-US talks turn to interim deal amid rifts over nuclear work, Iranian sources say
A senior Iranian official said gaps narrowed, including over managing the Strait of Hormuz route
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Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year
Fires burn in parts of capital with firefighters working to control multiple blazes
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EU working on jet fuel plan as US-Iran crisis threatens air travel
EU also working on measures targeting jet fuel supply but still in development, officials familiar with proposals say
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Pete Hegseth says US forces ready to restart combat if Iran doesn't agree a deal
US military forces are mounting a blockade on all ships seeking to enter or leave Iran
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Iran says it seeks accountability from US, Israel over killing of its leadership
Foreign ministry spokesperson tells Russian media Tehran calls US-Israeli attacks ‘war crimes’
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US-Iran war exposes cost of Asia's fossil fuel reliance
Pakistan has not made any spot LNG purchases after reducing its dependence on imported fossil fuels to 25% from 32%
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Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch amid US-Israel war on Iran
Country depends on imports for 80% of fuel needs
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Chinese FM backs ceasefire momentum in call with Iranian counterpart
'Current situation has reached critical stage between war and peace, and a window for peace is opening,' says Wang Yi
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US confirms loss of $238m surveillance drone during Iran war
MQ-4C Triton vanishes from online flight-tracking sites, no evidence it went down in Iran
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction










































































































