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Delay in judges’ appointment causing anxiety: SCBA
Urges JCP to expedite process of filling vacant judicial positions particularly in LHC
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Moderna says Covid-19 vaccine appears to be effective against new variants
Company says the two-dose regimen of vaccine was still expected to be protective against the variants detected to date
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Market watch: KSE-100 crosses 46,000 on monetary policy status quo
Benchmark index advances 219.60 points to settle at 46,087.64
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Oil prices edge up, but lockdowns restrain gains
Indonesian coast guard seized two vessels over suspected illegal fuel transfers
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Explainer: The arrest of Asia's 'most-wanted' drug boss
Tse was on global most-wanted list and was of “significant interest” to law enforcement agencies in multiple countries
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Hindutva ideology is real threat to Indian Constitution: experts
Laws like ‘love-jihad’ have reduced Muslims to second class citizens, says constitutional expert
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Germany urges Taiwan to help ease auto chip shortage
Automakers around the world are shutting assembly lines due to problems in the delivery of semiconductors
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Afghanistan hails US plan to review deal with Taliban
Kabul believes Taliban insurgents failed to abide by terms of February 2020 peace deal, cease violence
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Covid-19 vaccination trainings 'near completion' in all provinces
Taking necessary measures prior to vaccine availability, provincial health secretaries tell NCOC
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PML-N provided patronage to those occupying govt land, says PM Imran
Calls for broadening operation against land mafia; says no one can occupy govt land without political patronage
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Disputes within PDM stand exposed: Qureshi
FM reiterates that govt, its allies prepared to defeat no-confidence motion against PM Imran at all costs
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3 reasons Pakistan won’t find it easy to beat South Africa
A relaxed South Africa, too many uncapped players in Pakistan, and lack of confidence can cause hosts' downfall
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Oil prices edge lower as Covid-19 lockdown concerns overshadow demand prospects
China reports fresh new cases casting a pall over demand prospects in the world’s largest energy consumer
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Klopp sees positive steps despite Liverpool's Cup exit
Reds were knocked out of the FA Cup by arch-rivals Man United as their slump of form continues
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Solskjaer hails Fernandes as Manchester United star downs Liverpool
United manager added to Red's woes as the playmaker capped a thrilling tie with his late strike at Old Trafford
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Spurs' Bale must earn game time, says Mourinho
Winger has spent most of his time on the bench, starting only one PL game and featuring mainly in the Europa League
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Leicester's Vardy to return in 10 days after hernia operation: Rodgers
Manager said earlier this week that the forwrad would miss a “few weeks” when the 34-year-old went under the knife
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Man Utd forward Rashford to have knee scan
United forward felt discomfort during Sunday's 3-2 FA Cup fourth-round victory against Liverpool
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Garcia set for Man City exit, says Guardiola
Defender is in the final year of his contract and has been linked with a switch back to his boyhood club Barcelona
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Indonesia seizes Iran, Panama-flagged tankers over alleged illegal oil transfer
The ships “caught red-handed” transferring oil from one to another says Iranian coast guard
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Koeman pleased as Barca midfielders muck in with goals
Goals from Frenkie de Jong and Riqui Puig helped the Catalans beat Eleche 2-0 in La Liga
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Neuer sets new Bundesliga record for most clean sheets
Keeper made 197th clean sheet that bettered the previous record set by former Bayern's Oliver Kahn
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Chelsea's Werner will feel disappointed after penalty miss says Lampard
Chelsea forward missed a late penalty in Chelsea's 3-1 fourth round victory over second-tier Luton at Stamford Bridge
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La Liga talking points
Suarez scored in the 3-1 win against Valencia to return to the top of the league's scoring charts
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President Joe Biden enlists 'world class' cybersecurity team after government hack
Cybersecurity was demoted as a policy field under the Trump administration
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Olympic shot put champion Crouser sets world record
American set a world indoor record of 22.82 metres at the American Track League series opener
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Indian, Chinese troops in new border brawl: reports
Leaving injuries on both sides six months after a pitched battle which killed at least 20 Indian troops
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Amazon to open pop-up Covid-19 vaccine clinic in Seattle headquarters
Amazon aims to vaccinate 2,000 eligible members of the public against Covid-19 on the first day
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Makers of Sophia the robot plan mass rollout amid pandemic
Hanson Robotics said four models including Sophia, would start rolling out of factories in first half of 2021
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SpaceX launches record spacecraft in cosmic rideshare program
SpaceX launched 143 spacecraft into space, a new record for the most spaceships deployed on a single mission
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Special package for farmers ‘very soon’
PM Imran says subcommittee of cabinet formulating proposals
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Govt urged to stop blame game over soaring debt
Senior economist Ashfaque fears total loans will reach $118b by June
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Over a billion rupees’ state land retrieved from PML-N leader
Sharif telephones Saiful Maluk, says being punished for his loyalty to party
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Public sector campuses on cusp of a meltdown
The higher education sector funding increased only Rs8 billion in past 10 years
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Growth imperatives: Can remittances catapult Pakistan’s economy?
Highest number of Pakistanis, 54.93 million, went abroad from Punjab to find employment
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RDA checks commercial use of residential buildings
Commissioner Muhammad Mehmood says commercial activities in residential areas of the cantonment will not be allowed
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Dire straits: Small salons in peril amid pandemic
With little room to ensure Covid SOPs and rising inflation parlours see drop in clientele
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Rs8b for Swat varsity raises many eyebrows
Complain about employees not getting paid
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New typhoid vaccine not to be part of EPI in K-P
Training will be provided to vaccinators before the vaccine is introduced
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Education dept officer gunned down in Lower Dir
Police said that further investigation is under way to ascertain the actual cause of murder
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Locals form committee to arrest thieves in Mohmand
Local police has failed to arrest the gang
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Spanish woman who 'died' of Covid returned 10 days later
After a mix-up over names, family of Rogelia Blanco were informed that the pensioner died of Covid-19 on January 13
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Trump's coming impeachment trial aggravates rift among Republicans
Ten Republicans joined the House of Representatives in voting to impeach Trump on a charge of inciting insurrection
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Purveyors of fear
Let us face reality! Pakistan being less than 2% of the global LNG trade, we do not move the market
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Questions about the vaccine
Apart from money, the bigger issue is the availability of the vaccine
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Climate justice — an oxymoron
Global poor, who are a lot in number, pay the price of the luxurious lifestyle of the global rich, who are just a few
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Fighting fires
There is a need to revamp the entire fire department of Karachi
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Pak-US ties under Biden administration
It remains to be seen if the Biden administration would revive strategic dialogue with Pakistan
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Open access in power market
Under this system, consumer has choice of procuring or generating his own electricity
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Reimagining urban economy of Sialkot
Despite attempts to create robust local economy, city’s infrastructure is dilapidated
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Victims face psychological turmoil
After the recent calamity, affectees grieve the loss of their loved ones and need mental health support
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Two new polio cases confirmed in K-P
NEOC says number of polio infections in Pakistan this year rises to 26
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SC questions legality of super tax on provident funds
FBR counsel argues legislature has provided partial relief to provident funds under super tax law
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Ayesha Gul appointed first female SSP in K-P
She is currently serving in Grade-18 and has recently returned to Pakistan after completing a training course abroad
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Gandapur calls Sept 27 PTI rally 'decisive for nation'
K-P CM urges party workers to show up in force at Peshawar gathering
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PM Shehbaz calls Arab unity vital to halt Israeli brutality
Premier proposes formation of 'Arab task force' to counter Israeli aggression at Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha
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Imaan Mazari files harassment complaint against IHC chief justice
Complaint seeks inquiry under Protection Against Harassment of Women at Workplace Act
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Murtaza Wahab fires back at JI for 'spreading propaganda'
Wahab claims that no permanent damage caused to Hub Canal, Shahrah-e-Bhutto
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LHC seeks police report in Rajab Butt, Salman Haider case
IO tells court Haider found guilty in inquiry
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Islamabad, Beijing to deepen defence ties, says president
Zardari lauds China's hi-tech from stealth jets to bullet trains; becomes first foreign leader to tour AVIC
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31 terrorists killed in Lakki Marwat, Bannu IBOs: ISPR
Earlier this week, operations eliminated 45 militants, with 19 soldiers embracing martyrdom
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Punjab rivers recede as flood enters Sindh
Guddu Barrage records high flood of 635,000 cusecs
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ATC rejects pre-arrest bail for three PTI MNA's
Petitioners fail to appear in court during hearing
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Punjab health system collapsing: PTI
PML-N government suspended in June 2025, stripping 29 million families of health protection
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Sherpao opposes FC headquarters shift to Islamabad
He warned that the move would be resisted at every forum
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SBP keeps policy rate unchanged at 11%
Cites economic disruption due to recent floods as main cause; projects GDP growth near the lower end of 3.25 to 4.25%
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PSX surges in anticipation of no change in policy rate
KSE-100 index gains 945 points following two days of profit-taking
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Gold prices hold steady in global, local markets
In international bullion rate holds firm at $3,643 per ounce
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Walking a tightrope between China and US
If Islamabad mishandles this moment, it risks alienating one power while failing to attract meaningful commitments
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Floods to famine: how 2025 could trigger economic crisis
Emergency imports of wheat and vegetables, targeted cash transfers to vulnerable families can stabilise situation
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Fear-driven policies dent trust
Tight monetary controls, high tariffs, regressive taxes fuel capital flight, trade gaps
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Tariff policy: learning right lessons from trade reforms
Pakistan can pursue comprehensive FTAs with UK and EU to diversify exports, join global value chains
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Livelihoods and economic stability hang in balance
Declaration of agri emergency must not be temporary measure but foundation of long-term resilience, recovery plan
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High taxes don't work, reduce them
Tax-and-spend policies worsen economy than before big tax binge
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Commerce minister leads Pak-Iran trade talks
Minister will lead 22nd Session of Pakistan-Iran JEC, co-chair Pakistan-Iran Joint Business Forum
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Importing China model beyond CPEC
Hustle culture, grassroots entrepreneurial spirit transformed $18.7tr economy
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Govt seeks to utilise IPP's berth
Underutilised PQA berth for power plant will be used for clinker exports
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Pakistan showcases IT capabilities at expo
Tech firms aim to forge strategic partnerships, highlight role in digital economy
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PSX ends week flat after record highs
Index cools down following 10,000-point rally; slips on profit-taking, flood worries
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UK, US set to seal nuclear energy deal during Trump’s state visit
Britain's government launched a major push to expand nuclear power in recent months
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Qatar PM urges action against Israel's crimes
Israel carried out an unprecedented air strike on Hamas leaders in Doha
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Kirk shooting suspect not cooperating, says Utah governor
Investigators have yet to piece together why Robinson allegedly scaled a rooftop at Utah Valley University
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At least 15 killed in Mexico road accident
Two days later, a truck transporting nearly 50,000 liters of gas overturned
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19 killed in Nigeria wedding bus crash
Some 9,570 accidents recorded last year which caused 5,421 deaths
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Polish president critical of Germany to visit Berlin
Nawrocki repeatedly accusing Germany of treating Poland as a 'minor partner'
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Romania summons Russian ambassador over drone 'threat'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Kremlin of 'testing' Romania
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New round of US-China trade talks kicks off in Madrid
Tit-for-tat US-China tariffs reached triple digits on both sides at one point this year, snarling supply chains
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Ukraine drones target Russian refinery
At least 361 drones shot down by Russian air defence systems
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Nepal PM vows to meet protesters demands
Sushila tasked with restoring order, ending corruption
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US and China open Madrid talks on trade rifts, TikTok and Russian oil
Experts see little chance of breakthrough at Madrid talks; TikTok divestment deadline likely extended again
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Nepal unrest death toll rises to 72 after violent protests
Bodies are being discovered in malls, houses and buildings set ablaze or attacked during Nepal unrest
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Trump takes lead voice after Charlie Kirk shooting
Trump honored Kirk with half-staff flags Medal of Freedom pledge and Air Force Two casket return
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Israel hostages forum says Netanyahu stands in way of ending Gaza war
Israeli PM asserts eliminating Hamas chiefs in Qatar would clear key hurdle to ending Gaza war
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Israel’s war puts international law on trial
IDF’s campaign to eliminate Hamas has morphed into a war without borders & any end in sight
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Conor McGregor ends presidential campaign amid speculation over UFC White House card involvement
Conor McGregor withdraws from Ireland’s presidential race as speculation grows.
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Schroeder seals Euro basketball title for world champions Germany
He scored six unanswered points to give Germany victory in Riga
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Timeless Modric opens AC Milan account with winner against Bologna
Veteran star said ‘game by game we will gain more confidence’
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First-ever Tanzanian gold as Simbu dips past Petros in world marathon
Tanzania’s Alphonce Simbu claims win by 0.03secs
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Pak U14 basketball squad shortlisted for Samaranch Cup in China
Players will now attend a national training camp after which final squad will be announced
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PCB threatens Asia Cup pullout over referee handshake row
The board accuses referee Pycroft of neglecting duties as India-Pakistan handshake row sparks major tournament dispute
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India dominates Pakistan as Asia Cup clash sparks meme storm
The cricket match set off a flood of viral humour online
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Ricky Hatton remembered as tributes honor late British boxing champion at 46
Ricky Hatton, world champion in two weight classes, has died at 46 as fans and boxing legends pay tribute.
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Real Madrid revitalised for new Champions League mission
Los Blancos start new era under Xabi Alonso on Tuesday against Marseille
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Kerr makes scoring return after 20-month layoff
Champions Chelsea hold off Aston Villa in 3-1 away win
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Isak still not ready, says Slot, but may face Atletico
Liverpool manager will be patient with new forward
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India’s refusal to shake hands with Pak sparks outrage after Asia Cup clash
Match overshadowed by handshake controversy
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Arsenal eye Champions League charge with revamped attack
Gyokeres, Madueke and Eze to lead Arteta’s side against Athletic Bilbao
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Kipyegon bids for fourth 1500m world gold, Wanyonyi in loaded 800m
Kipyegon, Wanyonyi and Kerr set for centre stage as World Athletics Championships enter day four in Tokyo
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Champions Barca crush Valencia at training ground stadium
Lewandowski, Raphinha and Lopez each score twice