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Development endeavours clash with green spaces
Recent parking plaza project announced at Nasir Bagh has sparked confrontation between authorities, conservationists
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Financial cost of climate inaction in Pakistan
Pakistan’s climate inaction, poor infrastructure, absence of robust activism heighten vulnerability to climate risks
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Needed: desi deconfliction strategy
As both young populations face rising unemployment, Pakistan-India must focus on cooperation, not conflict
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Use of digital battlefield for propaganda
Afghan platform Al-Mirsaad amplifies anti-Pakistan narratives while overlooking Afghanistan's own security issues
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C-section surge
It has saved millions of lives by intervening when childbirth turns perilous
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Education crisis
Recent Household Integrated Economic Survey reveals how far Pakistan still lags in terms of education
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Need for talks
A broad-based dialogue among the stakeholders is a sine qua non for stability
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Venezuela minister vows to ‘overcome’ US attacks as world reacts to strikes
Starmer says UK not involved, will speak to Trump and allies, calls for upholding international law
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Samsung Electronics says customers praised competitiveness of HBM4 chip
SK Hynix led HBM market in Q3 2025 with 53% share, followed by Samsung at 35% and Micron at 11%
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Utmanzai tribes warn of civil disobedience over curfew in North Waziristan
Thousands of people staged large peace march in Mir Ali, demand reopening of Ghulam Khan border by January 20
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BYD overtakes Tesla to become world’s largest EV seller
Tesla faced a turbulent 2025, with shares falling in Q1 amid stiff competition, especially abroad
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Islamic State-linked rebels kill 15 in eastern Congo, officials say
UN mission MONUSCO said ADF killed 89 civilians in Congo during a week of attacks in November
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Caretaker cabinet formed in Gilgit-Baltistan after five-week delay
Set-up to manage daily affairs and ensure smooth elections expected by June
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Grok says safeguard lapses led to images of 'minors in minimal clothing' on X
Screenshots on X showed Grok’s media tab filled with images users said were altered by the bot
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K-P CM ready for talks on provincial issues
Says negotiations for release of PTI founder would require a conducive political environment
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6.5-magnitude quake shakes Mexico City
The US Geological Survey said the quake struck at 1358 GMT, or 7:58 am local time.
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New gas reserves discovered in K-P for second consecutive day
Latest discovery of 1.58MMscfd reserves to improve country’s energy security through indigenous resources, says PPL
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Contaminated water kills 9, hospitalises 200 in India’s Indore
Authorities deployed doctors for door-to-door checks and distributed chlorine tablets to purify water
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Canada asks Air India to probe pilot removed over alcohol use
Air India said a Vancouver-Delhi flight was delayed on Dec. 23 and an alternate pilot operated the flight
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PSX smashes through 179,000 mark as bulls stay firmly in control
Historic session sees KSE-100 leap 2,679 points to new all-time high
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Food, housing consume 63% of household spending in Pakistan
Double-digit inflation, currency devaluation and IMF conditions deepen pressure on middle-income households
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Asma Abbas slams media for twisting sister Bushra Ansari’s words on Feroze Khan
Misquotes, chaos, and a very angry Asma Abbas
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For Sindhis, paradise is roads, transport and trees like Punjab, says Fahad Mustafa
One bike, one tour, and Fahad Mustafa’s take on Punjab
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Bashir, Potts in England squad for final Ashes Test
The tourists look to finish the series on a high
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What to look out for in the Premier League transfer window
Salah's future remains uncertain following his public outburst at being dropped by Slot
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Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills peaceful protesters
Violent clashes erupt as economic crisis sparks largest demonstrations in three years
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El Kaabi becomes AFCON hero
His overhead kicks secure Morocco’s place at the top of Group A
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Pakistan, allies urge aid for Gaza; reiterates support for China on Taiwan
Nearly 1.9 million in Gaza at risk amid inadequate shelters, severe winter conditions
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Teaser for Kashf Foundation’s latest cybercrime drama ‘Aik Aur Pakeezah’ drops
Secrets, lies, and a video that changes everything
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Frank accepts 'boring' jibes from Spurs fans
They were held to a dour 0-0 draw by Brentford
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Narvaez, Ruegg to defend Tour Down Under titles
Elite riders will compete on Adelaide roads as World Tour season opens
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Tsitsipas eyes fresh start in 2026 after injury-hit season
The former world number three played only two singles rubbers for Greece l
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CCP fines Mezan Beverages Rs150m for copying PepsiCo’s Sting
Accused of mimicking Sting’s overall design, colour combination, bottle shape, branding
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Tirah protest leader freed, terror charges dismissed
K-P’s ATC decision comes after Zahid Afridi’s lawyer argues that charges are politically motivated
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Adil Raja, six others handed double life sentences for 'digital terrorism'
ATC imposes 35 years additional imprisonment Rs1.5m fine as trial conducted in absence of accused
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Toothless Liverpool held by Leeds
Both sides settled with a 0-0 draw at Anfield
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Manchester City's title bid dented
Sunderland stalemate left the Guardiola’s side four points behind leaders Arsenal
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England fight for scraps in final Ashes clash
The visitors are 3-1 down in the five-match series
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Polio drive misses target for 935,000 children in merged districts
Security concerns, population displacement hinder vaccination campaign in 2025
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Khawaja to retire after Ashes finale
The 39-year-old will pad up for the last time in Sydney
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Cabinet clears new local system for Islamabad
New year’s first meeting also okays off-grid gas sales, captive power levy changes
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PTCL Group approves Rs15bn equity investment in U Microfinance Bank
Bank receives first Rs4bn tranche; next phase of digital strategy due in 2026
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K-P CM rolls out online open courts beginning from Bajaur
CM orders enforcement of fare lists, doctor attendance and wage policy
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Karachi sees spate of road accidents as New Year begins
Police say woman killed near Landhi Hospital, unidentified man dies in Orangi Town
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FIA ASI shifted to airport sanitation
Officer penalized by being assigned washroom oversight duty at Karachi Airport
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Dollar makes soft start to 2026 after biggest annual drop in eight years
Major currencies extend 2025 gains against dollar as markets await US data and Fed leadership signals
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President Zardari approves CDA Amendment Bill 2025
Compensation no longer limited to cash, bill orders 8% additional compensation in case of delayed payment
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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








































































































