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WHO warns of health risks from ‘black rain’ in Iran
WHO says oil-tainted rain reported in Iran as refinery strike blankets Tehran in thick black smoke
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Putin reaffirms position on regional de-escalation in phone call with Iranian counterpart
FMs Sergey Lavrov, Abbas Araghchi hold call day after Putin, Trump discuss escalating situation in the Middle East
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Govt to absorb future fuel price hikes amid Middle East crisis: Ali Pervaiz Malik
Says he believes that within a reasonable time, there will not be much change in prices
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Elon Musk worth $839b in new Forbes list
Musk tops Forbes billionaires list again as wealth surges $500b on Tesla, SpaceX valuations
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Shrinking pastures threaten rural livelihoods
Experts warn that without effective planning and conservation, both food security and the rural economy are at risk
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SC adopts four-day work week under austerity plan
National Judicial Policy Making Committee approves judicial austerity and energy conservation plan
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Major UAE refinery shut as Saudi Aramco warns war spells catastrophe for oil
State-owned oil company Adnoc describes its Ruwais facility as 'the world's fourth-largest single-site refinery'
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At least 5 Iran women footballers take asylum in Australia
US President Trump among those urging Australia to offer players asylum, citing grave fears for their safety
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IndiGo CEO resigns months after flight cancellation crisis
IndiGo parent InterGlobe Aviation says CEO Pieter Elbers will step down at close of business on March 10
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PM Shehbaz congratulates Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, pledges closer cooperation with Iran
President Asif Zardari also conveys his good wishes to Iran's new supreme leader
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FO warns Israeli aggression against Lebanon could worsen regional crises
UNHCR says over 667,000 people in Lebanon have registered on the government’s online platform as displaced
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Yamal denies Newcastle, Liverpool lose
Atletico thrash Spurs in Champions League last 16 first-leg
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Pakistan launches school-based plan to revive national hockey
The meeting was attended by directors of physical education from educational boards as well
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Govt expands austerity drive as fuel prices rise and global oil markets turn volatile
PM forms special committee headed by Dar to monitor progress; Friday declared weekly additional holiday
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Karachi to host six games, as PCB unveils PSL 11 schedule
Eight teams to compete across six venues
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Fuel supply fears ease as oil tankers arrive at Port Qasim
Port Qasim spokesperson says vessel from Fujairah has arrived, three more ships expected in coming days
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Ramazan brings Hindus and Muslims closer in Sindh’s Mithi
Many of the city's Hindus also observe Ramazan and Iftar has become a social gathering
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Shaheen names three ODI debutants for Bangladesh opener
The first ODI of the three-match series will be played tomorrow
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Japan knock out Vietnam
Taiwan beat India to set up Asian Cup quarter against China
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K-P announces two-day weekly school closure for two months amid fuel crisis
Education department says public and private sectors shall remain closed on Fridays and Saturdays
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OGRA dismisses reports of Rs73 petrol, Rs84 diesel hike as 'completely baseless'
Says no such summary has been sent to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
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North Korea, China to resume passenger train service after six-year gap
Tickets for first passenger train sold out ahead of March 12 departure, service restricted to business visa holders
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World Cup 'too big' to be postponed: COO
Officials were in Dallas for the announcement of fan festival
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Neymar injury doubt casts shadow over Brazil recall hopes
He will miss Santos' Brazilian Championship match against Mirassol
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Five Iran women footballers take asylum in Australia
US President Donald Trump also urged Australia to offer the players asylum
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Andreeva crashes out of Indian Wells
Katerina Siniakova stunned the talented Russian teenager 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-3
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Slot's Liverpool ready for Galatasaray cauldron
The Reds were beaten 1-0 by the Turkish side at Rams Park in the group stage
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West Ham reach FA Cup quarters
Brentford paid the price for Dango Ouattara's spot-kick blunder
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Real Madrid on ropes against Man City
Mbappe, Bellingham and Rodrygo set to miss the game
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February fifth warmest on record, extreme rain in Europe: EU monitor
Fifth hottest February on record drives extreme rainfall, flooding in western Europe
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Sindh announces school closure from March 16–31, govt staff to work from home on Fridays
Sharjeel Memon says decisions taken in view of Middle East crisis due to US-Israel war against Iran
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G7 energy ministers to discuss soaring prices amid Iran war
Oil prices hit highest since mid-2022 over fears of Gulf output cuts, tanker disruptions
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Iran, US and Israel conflict leads to meme fest on internet
As the situation around the world tenses, uncertain times lead X users to make memes to find comfort in
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Karachi roads reopen after deadly protests outside US Consulate
PIDC to Sultanabad road remains closed as security restrictions continue
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Over 10,000 Chinese citizens return from Middle East amid war
Foreign ministry guides airlines to increase capacity as conflict rages on
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Airstrikes in Isfahan damage historic Safavid-Era landmarks
Israeli airstrikes in Isfahan damage Chehel Sotoun Palace and other Safavid-era sites, raising heritage concerns
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Gold climbs $62 per ounce as local prices surge in Pakistan
Price of silver per tola increases by Rs460 in Pakistan
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Aramco sees 'catastrophic consequences' for oil markets if Hormuz strait remains blocked
IRGC say they will not allow 'one litre of oil' to be shipped from the Middle East if US-Israeli attacks continue
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Govt warns against ‘sensational’ commentary on foreign policy, cites national security concerns
Ministers cite Article 19, warn freedom of expression has limits on national security and foreign policy
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Trump, Putin talk of war and peace as US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions
Ukraine ceasefire prospects amid fears of global energy crisis
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IHC adjourns hearing on Imran Khan’s hospital transfer plea after counsel found unprepared
Court to resume proceedings March 12 as govt opposes move to Shifa Hospital, cites medical board overseeing treatment
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China's FM Wang Yi appreciates Pakistan's efforts for de-escalation, peace in Mideast in call with Dar
FM Dar also holds talks with Saudi, Bahraini counterparts on Mideast situation
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Turkey says US Patriot system deployed to boost air defence amid Iran war
Ankara has warned Tehran against firing any more missiles towards it during a phone call between the two presidents
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Iran says missile attacks to continue, US talks 'not on agenda'
Shipping disruption in Hormuz deepens as Iran war enters its 11th day
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Iraq PM tells US Rubio Iraqi airspace must not be used against neighbours
Within hours of the start of the war, fighter jets, missiles coming from every direction filled Iraq's airspace
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Indian restaurants warn of shutdowns as Iran war makes cooking gas scarce
Gulf shipping disruption squeezes gas supply to India’s hospitality sector
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Indian cricket team receive $14.2 million bonus for historic T20 World Cup win
India secured their historic third men’s T20 World Cup crown with a dominant 96-run victory over New Zealand
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India invokes force majeure, prioritises gas sales to key sectors
Top priority supply for households, automobiles, will receive 100% natural gas
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JFK Jr lookalike contest draws crowd in NYC’s Washington Square Park
Washington Square Park filled with JFK Jr. lookalikes chasing $250 prize after buzz from Murphy’s TV hit
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PAC questions Rs101.4m of secret spending by information ministry
Audit report questions a payment of more than Rs50m made to a private advertising company by PPP
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Govt raises Climate Support Levy, cuts Petroleum Levy to keep fuel prices unchanged
Climate Levy raised to Rs5 per litre; Petroleum Levy cut to Rs64.14 for petrol, Rs77.04 for high-speed diesel
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Progress made after facilitating US-Iran talks in Doha: FO
Parties agree to continue discussions in coming period, with next round of talks to be scheduled
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Glacier melt boosts water levels in rivers, reservoirs
Officials said the gradual increase in river flows had improved the availability of water in major reservoirs
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Budget tax changes come into force
Revised tax measures came into force with the implementation of the new federal budget
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CPEC 2.0 to drive shared growth, says DPM Dar
He reaffirms that all-weather strategic partnership with China remained a cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy
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Pakistan rejects India's criticism of Afghan strikes
Says Delhi sponsors terrorists operating from Afghan soil FO terms Pak actions 'legitimate, proportionate' and t
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Emergency response committee set up
PM orders swift emergency response to monsoon risks
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Four dead as monsoon lashes northwest
Rescue teams pulled the injured from the debris and shifted them to nearby hospitals
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Scientists make cells using lab-made DNA
Tiny, quivering spheres designed to feed and multiply raise prospect of artificial organisms
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Telcos seek relief from load-shedding
Senate panel forms committee to explore uninterrupted electricity for towers
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No talks with govt at present, says Gohar
Dismisses reports of Azad Kashmir poll boycott
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SC sets rules for hiba in inheritance cases
Restores female heirs' share in ancestral property after 71 years
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PPP demands restoration of Punjab LGs
Hassan Murtaza criticises Punjab govt's handling of Kahna tragedy
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Gold surges to new high globally, climbs Rs9,100 per tola locally
Price per 10 grams increases by Rs7,802 to Rs367,572
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Oil falls for a third straight day after US, Iran conclude talks in Doha
Brent futures lost 1.1% to $70.78 a barrel; US West Texas Intermediate crude fell 1.2% to $67.74 a barrel
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PSX surges over 1,400 points in early trading
KSE-100 rises 0.8% to 185,514 amid robust volumes
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Business leaders denounce live animal export policy
Emphasise processed meat, value-added products offer bigger gains
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Gold falls despite 2% global surge
Local rate dips Rs5,200/tola but international bullion rebounds on soft jobs data
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PSX soars 3,748 points on easing inflation
Index crosses 184k; banking sector leads rally on robust investor interest
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PACRA upgrades Bank of Punjab rating to AAA
BOP has become the first and only provincial bank in Pakistan to achieve the nation's highest credit rating
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US-Iran deal role spurs cyber threats
Pakistan faces 253 cyberattacks in 2026; govt issues COC deadline for organisations
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Privatisation body extends deadline for EOIs
Privatisation Commission says it remains committed to conducting a transparent
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Govt achieves inflation goal, but consumers suffer
Average inflation hits 7.1% in FY26, lower than target of 7.5%
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SECP unveils first ESG Mutual Funds Framework
It will encourage companies to improve environmental, social and governance practices
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NEPRA approves salary hike, bonuses
Okays Rs1.585b payouts for CPPA-G despite power-sector woes
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WB backs cuts in provincial NFC
Allocations by provinces fall short by Rs229b; bank for bridging imbalances
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PSX climbs 3,748 points on inflation relief, broad-based buying
KSE-100 index reaches 184,050.10; banking, energy, cement and auto stocks lead rally as rate-cut expectations grow
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Gold slides for third consecutive day in global, local markets
Price of gold per tola declines by Rs5,200
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US, Iran hold talks in Qatar
Vance says no return to war unless needed
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Pakistan to boost UNRWA funding
Move aims at closing $100 million shortfall
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US declines to extend North American trade deal
Starting clock to end it while seeking changes
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Israel grants US confiscated Palestinian land to build Jerusalem embassy complex for $1
US ambassador says Israel leased land for 99 years under a deal requiring Washington to pay just $1
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US won't resume military action in Iran unless necessary: VP JD Vance
Says Doha talks 'going well', but warns of shift in calculus if Tehran rebuilds nuclear programme
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US and Iran enter technical talks to secure peace deal, shipping restart
Traffic partially resumes through the waterway, which handled one-fifth of global oil and LNG trade before the war
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Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese head home as fighting eases, many still stranded
About 40% of the one million displaced Lebanese have returned to their towns and villages
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China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances
Analysts say slower economic growth, demographic decline pose key challenges for world's second-largest economy
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Araghchi warns Israel of powerful response over Katz's 'death threat' against Mojtaba Khamenei
Katz says Israel can target Iran again 'if it deems it necessary' despite ongoing US efforts to pursue diplomacy
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Israeli occupiers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, perform Talmudic rituals
Palestinian authorities say dozens enter holy site under protection of Israeli police
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Mbappe's brace lifts France into Round of 16 of World Cup
Mbappe score his ninth goal in World Cup knockout matches, moving him ahead of Leonidas and Ronaldo
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Serena beaten on Wimbledon return
Her return was shattered by Australia's Maya Joint
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Son apologises to S Korea fans
They suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to South Africa
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Sinner avoids shock Wimbledon exit
He was pushed to the brink by Miomir Kecmanovic
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Argentina have super-fan in Czechia
A larger-than-life Messi mural adorns the back of the house
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Haaland fires Norway into last-16
He scored an 86th-minute winner against Ivory Coast
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Stokes backs Brook to succeed him
He was Stokes’s vice-captain in the New Zealand series
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Morocco set up Canada clash in last 16
They beat the Netherlands on penalties following a 1-1 draw
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Djokovic battles past Wu in 'challenging' Wimbledon first round
He secured a 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 victory
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Martinelli sends Brazil into World Cup last 16
He scored a 95th-minute winner to beat Japan 2-1
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Latham hails NZ after downing Eng
They secured a 160-run victory in the third Test and the series
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Germany dumped out by Paraguay
They were beaten 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw
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Ancelotti hopes to see more of Neymar
He has ?been working his way back to fitness from a calf injury
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West Indies beat Sri Lanka in first Test
Kemar Roach reached 300 Test wickets











































































































