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Pressure piles up on govt over PECA tweaks
IHC, LHC moved against amendments; journalists to stage sit-in outside parliament on March 1
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Senate chairman snubs Ishaq Dar’s request for virtual oath
Sadiq Sanjrani says Constitution and rules of House do not allow the move
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Pakistan, Australia vow to bolster defence cooperation
Australia's top military commander discussed Afghan situation with Gen Qamar, says ISPR
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SC suspends LHC decision to acquit ex-Brigadier
Apex court accepts NAB’s appeal against accused’s exoneration
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PML-N pledges full support to media bodies against PECA ordinance
Spokesperson says the party will fight at all forums to defend media freedom
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Sindh announces schedule for matric, intermediate exams
Steering committee also finalises exam pattern, summer vacation dates as it approves next academic calendar
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In a first, Saudi Arabia celebrates ‘centuries-old foundation day’
Kingdom holds events that include musical performances on modern history, downplays role of conservative clerics
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Rashid offers more Rangers at Sindh’s request
Minister urges PM to mend ties with Jahangir Tareen to ward off no-trust threat
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KPC flays govt for imposing ‘fresh curbs’ on media freedom
Official statement says amendments to PECA reek of an attempt by elements ‘enjoying near limitless powers’
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Bars term PECA ordinance oppressive, extraconstitutional
SCBA says it will file a petition against the legislation which is 'classic example of authoritarian mindset'
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PECA ordinance challenged in LHC
Ordinance is a 'sheer violation' of SC verdicts, Constitution
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Court reserves verdict in Noor Mukadam murder case
Verdict likely to be announced on February 24
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Media bodies suspend dialogue with govt, call it ‘farce’
JAC says information minister is ‘toying with media fraternity in guise of engagement’
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PM Imran felicitates Saudi leadership on Kingdom’s founding day
Premier hopes for prosperity of Pakistan, KSA and its people
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PM Imran says Pakistan will not play camp politics, calls foreign aid a ‘curse’
Premier reiterates Pakistan seeks trade ties with all countries, including neighbours
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ISPR marks five years of operation Radd-ul-Fasaad
Operations helped country transition from uncertainty to peace, says ISPR
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Putin orders Russian troops to Ukrainian breakaway regions
Russia formally recognises Donetsk People's Republic and the Lugansk People's Republic, troops to 'keep the peace'
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Alvi opens cancer symposium
Takes PTI MPs for a ride on Green Line Bus
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Sindh govt further amends LG law
KMC mayor to be appointed KWSB chairman
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25 children die of measles within a week in Sindh
Haleem urged the people to protest in front of Bilawal's long march to record their discontentment against PPP
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ECP expresses concern over law tweak
Ordinance allows lawmakers to visit or address public meetings in any constituency during election campaign
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Myanmar genocide case clouded by representation dispute
Monday was the first of four days of hearings discussing the junta's objections to the jurisdiction of the World Court
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Putin recognises Ukraine rebel regions as independent
Putin describes Ukraine as an 'integral part of Russia's history' in a televised address
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16 injured as Saudi-led coalition foils drone attack on Jizan airport
Drone was launched from the Yemeni capital Sanaa's airport, reports state media
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Sindh govt vows to end street crime in Karachi
CM Murad Ali Shah suggests E-tagging of criminals in their areas before launching a ‘targeted operation’
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Israel hands Muslim judge permanent Supreme Court seat
Country’s top court regularly hears cases that touch on flashpoints in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
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Ex-spymaster Gen Akhtar, sons named in new ‘Suisse Secrets’ leak
Report says Gen Zia’s spy chief helped funnel billions of dollars from US to mujahedeen in Afghanistan in 1980s
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Turkey reiterates its principled position on IIOJK
Head of Presidency of Religious Affairs of Turkey commends establishment of Rahmatul-lil-Alameen Authority in Pakistan
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Senior citizen released from Indian captivity reunited with family
Muhammad Nazir says he was tortured in Indian prison which broke his ribs
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US warns nationals of possible terror attacks in Moscow, Saint Petersburg
‘There have been threats of attacks against shopping centres, railway stations and other public gathering places’
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UNICEF to pay stipend to Afghan teachers
Payments, of roughly $100 per month, would be paid in local currency to around 194,000 school teachers
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Russian finance ministry to consider central bank proposals on cryptocurrencies
Finance ministry's legislative proposals to govt clash with central bank's demand for a blanket ban on cryptocurrency
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FIA gets harsh dressing down in IHC
Court says raid on house of media personality was abuse of power
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Nine killed in Punjab road accidents
1,053 were injured in 995 crashes
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Pandemic claims 11 more lives
Lahore reports 240 new cases
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‘98% health card users satisfied’
Minister urges people to ensure registration of family details with NADRA
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Dhabi Group to invest Rs60b in city
CM Buzdar witnesses MoU signing for construction of Lahore’s tallest building
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Real opportunities exist in artificial intelligence: Alvi
President urges students to focus on information technology
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Uniform policy demanded for miners across country
Miners need better health and workplace safety policies
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MQM-P launches Muhajir Youth Movement
Siddiqui says need to make Muhajir nation stand on its own feet
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Robbers haul away 217 tea sacks worth Rs8m from warehouse
PTA urges government to provide protection to the traders
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Female student quits varsity over harassment
PTI leader says Sindh govt failed to provide secure environment in educational institutions
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Shehbaz demands immediate reversal of power tariff hike
Says govt cooks up excuses of not having two-thirds majority when it comes to legislating relief for people
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Wasim Akram formally inducted into PCB Hall of Fame
Sir Vivian Richards, one of the all-time greats, formally inducted Akram into the exclusive list
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Media bodies reject ‘draconian’ PECA ordinance
HRCP calls for immediate withdrawal of ordinance
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After hijab row, Sikhs with ‘Kirpan’ barred from voting in India
Sikh community members in India and Pakistan condemn extremist policies of BJP-led Hindu nationalist govt
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Three brothers divorce wives 'within a minute' for neglecting mother
Algerian brothers became infuriated after learning their sick mother was given shower by neighbours
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Nepal police fire tear gas to quell protest against US 'gift'
Opponents say US grant will undermine Nepal's laws and sovereignty
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WATCH: Humpback sighted off Karachi coast
Rare encounter reassures conservators of endangered specie’s growing population
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Fazl, Zardari may discuss no-trust move today
Sources say JUI-F chief will also host dinner in honour of PPP co-chairperson
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ICC, BCB officials in Lahore for talks with Naqvi
PCB officials welcome ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja and BCB President Aminul Islam at Lahore airport
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Punjab extends Basant celebrations in Lahore until 5am
CM Maryam praises Lahore for discipline, says Safe Basant concept to be adopted in other cities
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TTAP strike paralyses Balochistan over alleged Feb 8 poll rigging
Markets shut and transport suspended as protests disrupt daily life
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Pakistan to attend first Gaza Board of Peace summit chaired by Trump
Meeting on Feb 19 to focus on ceasefire, aid access and Gaza reconstruction
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PTI strike sees mixed response across K-P amid Feb 8 protest call
Wheel-jam shuts some roads in Peshawar, but businesses stay open in many districts
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Naval chief visits Malaysia to boost maritime cooperation
Admiral Ashraf holds talks on security challenges, aligning strategic perspectives, enhancing operational cooperation
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Final day of Basant in Lahore promises good kite-flying conditions
PMD forecasts wind speeds to increase to 12 km/h between 12:00pm and 5:00pm
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PTI, opp bloc stand firm as govt moves to deter strike
Opposition to mark Feb 8 as day of protest as well as mourning
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US, UK envoys join Basant celebrations in Lahore
Members of US and UK missions participated in kite flying and expressed enjoyment of celebrations
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Two cops accused of rape, blackmail in Lodhran
Both constables have been suspended from service
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PMD predicts drizzle, stronger winds in Karachi today
Balochistan braces for rain, gusty winds and hill snowfall from February 8 to 10
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De-watering under way from sewage-filled ponds
Heavy machinery, specialised de-watering sets have been deployed
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FIA busts gold, currency smuggling ring
Ringleader arrested; three customs inspectors named as facilitators
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Ajoka Theatre to stage 'Dara' at Faiz Festival
Theatre also recently staged special performances of its cultural play Lo Phir Basant Aai
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Pak exhibitors shine at Sichuan festival
Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship
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PSX ends flat on Friday's heavy sell-off
KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points
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Seed approval process streamlined to cut delays
Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan eye trade boost
Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation
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China's bank buys gold for 15th month
PBOC halted an 18-month-long gold buying streak in May 2024, but resumed purchases six months later
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Export relief may prove temporary fix
Business leaders call for structural reforms in energy and taxation, clarity from IMF
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Water supply suspension halts SITE industries
Industry body cautions prolonged disruption will cause factory closures, mass unemployment
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Senate pledges support for investment
Acting chairman cites youth workforce, SMEs and Gwadar as pillars of economic growth
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IT talent export to KSA hits new high
Vision 2030 drives demand for AI, highlighting scope for high-skilled jobs
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South Korea’s Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn in Bitcoin, triggers selloff
Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb
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Gold, silver prices rebound after one-day pause
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan
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Inflation reverses course ahead of Ramazan
SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump
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SBP rules out bold rate cuts
Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue
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Pakistan meets 3 out of 5 IMF goals
Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed
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US earmarks $1.3b for Reko Diq mining project
Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion
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Meloni condemns 'enemies of Italy' after clashes in Olympics host city
Italian PM hits out as 100 break from march; rail network also sabotaged in separate attacks
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Iran says right to enrich uranium is key to success of US nuclear talks
Araqchi said Iran’s insistence on enrichment is tied to sovereignty as talks with the US seek to rebuild trust
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Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles
Zelenskiy said he had also imposed sanctions against the Russian financial sector
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Suspect in attack on Russian intelligence officer Vladimir Alexeyev detained in Dubai
Russian FM Sergei Lavrov accuses Ukraine of orchestrating assassination attempt to sabotage peace talks
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Bangladesh election tests India’s influence as China steps in
Analysts say Dhaka’s growing engagement with China could reshape South Asia’s balance of power after the Hasina era
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India, Malaysia exchange 11 cooperation pacts during Modi visit
Agreements cover semiconductors, peacekeeping as countries aim for trade surpassing last year's $18.6bn
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Indian refiners avoid Russian oil in push for US trade deal
US, India moved closer to a trade pact on Friday, announcing a framework for a deal they hope to conclude by March
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The Epstein saga is far from over
Disgraced financier's network serves as a reminder that wealth & status continue to distort justice & shield powerful
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Denmark says Greenland dispute eased, not resolved
Minister says there 'are no threats on the table, there is no trade war with Europe'
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Sports leaders reach consensus on new gender policy: IOC
It will be the first uniform IOC policy, replacing varying federation rules across major sports events
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Russia to interrogate two suspects over attempted killing of general: report
The suspects will be charged after interrogation
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Minibus crash kills 15 in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province
Police spokesperson blames accident on 'severe road damage'
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US plans initial payment towards billions owed to UN, envoy Waltz says
UN officials say the US owes $827m from last year and another $767m towards the 2026 budget
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ICC, BCB officials in Lahore for talks with Naqvi
PCB officials welcome ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja and BCB President Aminul Islam at Lahore airport
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory
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Markram says South Africa Test success bodes well for T20 World Cup
The Proteas will face Canada in the campaign opener
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Vonn's Olympic dream cut short
Johnson claims downhill gold
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Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE
He took the coaching role in February 2024
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Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear
Manchester United pile pressure on Spurs’ Frank
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From threats to please
Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India
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Barca beat Mallorca to extend Liga lead
Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory
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Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase
They chased 183 with five wickets to spare
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'Miracolo': Football-mad Italy make cricket World Cup debut
They are set to debut against Scotland at famous Eden Gardens
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Pakistan rewrites the cricket script
Pakistan’s refusal to play India at the T20 World Cup challenges a decade-old norm, exposing power, precedent and cost
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Suryakumar's 84 leads India to opening win over USA in T20 World Cup
Chasing 162, the US slumped to 13-3 as late call-up Siraj struck twice early
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PCB 'categorically rejects' Indian journalist's claim of approaching ICC on T20 World Cup row
'A little patience and time will clearly show who actually went knocking and who didn’t,' spokesperson says
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ICC in talks to revive Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash
ICC seeking resolution through dialogue and not confrontation, says source close to developments
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Shepherd takes hat-trick as West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup
He grabbed a sensational four wickets in five balls in the 17th over











































































































