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China to continue mediation efforts between Pakistan, Afghanistan
Pakistan wants shift in Taliban regime's behaviour
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Pakistan's production crisis
Weak industrial, agri-capacity is fuelling debt, inflation and widening social instability
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Pakistan: trade corridors or security corridors?
How geography can become catalyst for regional prosperity
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Flood relief and Samaritan's dilemma
Unconditional compensation may deepen fiscal burden in flood-prone regions
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Recalibrating economic policy to ensure social sustainability
Without structural reforms that expand productive capacity, poverty risks becoming entrenched
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Seeking cheap external development finance
Govt should ask for subsidised loans or such funding that can be repaid in local currency
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Oil shock and the import trap
Heavy reliance on Gulf fuel, LNG exposes economy to conflict-driven supply cuts
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Fake recruitments exposed in sports dept
Nepotism alleged as family members benefited in grades 11-18
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CM Afridi says quality public services top priority
Province launches Cashless K-P initiative, secures cabinet approval for Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Digital Payments Act 2025
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Rains, snowfall return to Shangla
After two-day respite, heavy rainfall resumed across district on Sunday, accompanied by light snow on higher peaks
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LRH appoints internal candidate as director
Decision taken after 130 applicants failed to meet the standards set for the coveted position
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Four killed in Khuzdar road crash
According to officials, vehicle overturned at high speed at the Wingo Hill location, resulting in the immediate deaths
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Volunteers restore charm of Chaka Gali
Community initiative hires painter to whitewash historic homes, install lights and greenery in walled city lane
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Cowboy boots, line dancing: country music fever grips UK
Youth flock to London festival as genre surges in popularity
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New fighting game with novel features in the works
Bandai Namco Studio outlines online features, character customisation
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Nintendo lawsuit against US government paused
Litigation put on hold while related Supreme Court case is reviewed
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Prince Harry, Meghan respond to 'fictitious' claims in new book
Their spokesperson says allegations 'cross line from criticism into fixation'
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Most shocking Oscar moments of all time
Awards have seen instances that have stunned audiences around the world
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Oscars 2026: everything to know before the ceremony
It's a tight race for top prize; Jessie Buckley favoured for 'Best Actress'
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It's 'Sinners' v 'One Battle' as Oscar day arrives
Race termed too close to call at Sunday ceremony with winner on track to break multiple records
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RTI implementation hangs in limbo
Provincial institutions yet to disclose their administrative, functional and financial information on their websites
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Builder among four booked in PPP-SB leader's killing
Deceased had been shot in nose, bullet exited from back of his head
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Governor House IT programme discontinued after Tessori's exit
Equipment removed from Education Tent City as thousands of enrolled students face uncertainty
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Over 30 drug dealers arrested in raids
Narcotics, liquor, firearms recovered from arrested suspects
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Daughter held for robbing parents' home
Nearly Rs15m recovered in gold, jewellery; three accomplices at large
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GDA accuses Zardari, MQM-P of plotting to 'loot' Sindh resources
GDA spokesperson claims Zardari appeared ready once again to compromise Sindh's interests in order to prolong his rule
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Inflation drives crowds to free Iftar tables
With per-person iftar costs now at Rs300, low-income families and women rely on charitable meals
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PDP chief urges shift to domestic oil, gas for energy security
Says escalating regional conflict, possibility of supply disruptions exposed Pakistan's vulnerability to energy shocks
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Runaway tankers, collisions kill three
Two others injured as separate traffic accidents raise safety concerns, police investigate causes
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Islamophobia threatens global peace, says CM
Urges global action against anti-Muslim hate, calls for interfaith harmony
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City sizzles in spring heat
Mercury rises to 38.4°C; strong winds, partly cloudy skies expected
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Eid cheer reaches the needy
Welfare groups distribute clothes, shoes, gifts to underprivileged children
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Security locked down for Eidul Fitr
Police directed to prepare for protection of mosques, Eidgahs, worship places, crowded public areas
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RTO eyes weaving, furniture sectors for tax recovery
Authorities cite underreporting as they step up enforcement ahead of new fiscal year
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Khanewal flood safety measures expedited
Desilting, embankment strengthening accelerated to allay risks
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Agriculture dept pushes early cotton cultivation
Farmers urged to complete sowing to boost yield
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Three injured in motorcycle crash
Bikes involved in three out of four road accidents in Punjab
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Bhakkar raid foils flour hoarding bid
30,000kg recovered; warehouse sealed
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CM announces climate leadership internship
Half of the seats reserved for female students
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Markets defy official food prices
Enforcement remains limited to subsidised bazaars in metropolis
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Robotic surgeries begin at PKLI
Up to 80% patients receive free treatment; 500 surgerical procedures performed last year
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RCB hit by Rs41m commercialisation fee loss
Property owners deposit a fraction of required fee, obtain stay order
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Abbottabad painter keeps portrait art alive
Shehzad spent four decades capturing stories through portraits, cinematic paintings
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Federal, provincial governments agree on tech-based fuel subsidy framework
IT ministry proposes technological solutions to facilitate a targeted subsidy mechanism for petroleum products
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Pakistan playing 'pivotal role' in ending US-Iran war: Khawaja Asif
'I think history is in making. Pakistan's leadership and the hybrid system ... is delivering,' defence minister says
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PM Shehbaz rejects summary for fuel price increase, says govt to absorb Rs56b burden
Says there was recommendation to increase petrol price by Rs95 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs203
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UN chief appreciates, expresses full support for Pakistan's diplomacy in US-Iran war
FM Dar holds talks with Egypt and Turkiye counterparts
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Govt expands Roshan Digital Account to allow foreign nationals, companies to invest
Move aims to strengthen links with financial markets and encourage foreign investment
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Veteran journalist Patrick Sunny passes away in Karachi
Employed at The Express Tribune, he was previously at Business Recorder, The Financial Post, and Business Today
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PM urges nationwide observance of Earth Hour on Saturday
Shehbaz Sharif directs all govt institutions to switch off electric lights to maximum extent possible across country
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'Lifeline of economy': FPCCI criticises negative remarks against Pakistan's GSP+ status
Senior vice president says status was secured through strict compliance with all required regulations
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Kalat’s accession to Pakistan rooted in legal history, not occupation
In 1947, paramountcy ended; princely states like Kalat had to join India or Pakistan, not remain independent
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Pakistan buckles under rising kidney diseases
Expert says hospitals cannot afford long-term dialysis and transplants
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Capital integrates sports into education system
Academic year opens with sports focus; schools, madrassahs join unified sports plan
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Mobile kitchens promote global flavours
Food trucks bring sushi, BBQ tacos, and artisanal desserts to every corner of the city
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Capital eyes electric tram service
Project aims to modernise public transport, reduce pollution & connect key locations
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'Khali Stage' marks World Theatre Day
Live performance connects audience and actors; reflects society's contrasts and aspirations
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FM Dar, Chinese counterpart call for peace, stability amid Mideast tensions
Both sides agree to continue their endeavours for resolution of all disputes through dialogue, diplomacy
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PSX sheds over 1,200 points to end in negative territory
Market participants cite profit-taking, cautious investor sentiment as SPI shows 8.24% weekly uptick
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K-P boycotts NFC talks
Refuses talks until 6.1m people from merged districts are considered in new formula
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Forex reserves inch up to $21.74b
SBP holdings rise by $22m to $16.37b; govt raises Rs466b via PIBs
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FBR orders fast-track tax refunds
Businesses flag super tax instalments, procedural hurdles at KCCI meeting
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Industries asked to use more energy
Govt plans to provide cheap electricity during off-peak, solar production hours
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Barrick delays Reko Diq project in Pakistan
Says activity will be slowed due to security concerns but remain under active management
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ECC allows 1m-ton wheat purchase
Approves Rs100b for PM Austerity Fund to meet oil price differential needs
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Cabinet body gives nod to close Sarmaya-e-Pakistan
Approves reconstitution of boards of Pakistan LNG, Hyderabad and Sukkur power companies
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Supply chain attacks hit one in 3 businesses
Lack of skilled cybersecurity professionals hampers fight against threats
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PSX plunges over 5,400 points on ME tensions
Index crashes to around 152,900 as global and local pressures weigh
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Govt pushes food exports to Kuwait
Kuwait signals interest in IT, logistics and industrial cooperation
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Gold extends losses for second day in global, domestic markets
Price of gold per tola falls to Rs467,262
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Geopolitical tensions rattle PSX, down 5,405 points
KSE-100 tumbles 3.41% as war jitters and technical weakness weigh on investors
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Weak governance undermines urban projects
Infrastructure investment gap widening to $125b by 2040, costing economy 6% of GDP
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Iran FM warns Israel of 'heavy price' after attacks on steel factories, power plant, nuclear sites
Says attacks contradict Trump's extended deadline for diplomacy
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Iran-linked hackers breach FBI director's personal email, publish excerpts online
Handala Hack Team says Patel is hacked; posts photos of him smoking, riding, posing with rum
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Vice President JD Vance takes forefront in US efforts to broker Iran peace: report
Says Vance had a tense call with Netanyahu, where he questioned overly optimistic war expectations
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India clears military purchases worth $25b to buy aircraft, Russian S-400 missile systems
Follows $40b deal last month for Rafale jets and Boeing P-8I aircraft for air force, navy
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Sony to hike PlayStation 5 prices again as memory chip costs surge
AI boom drives memory makers to prioritise data-centre chips, squeezing supply for devices
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Ex-rapper Balendra Shah sworn in as Nepal PM after sweeping election win
President Zardari, PM Shehbaz extend congratulations
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Hezbollah claims destroying nearly 100 Israeli Merkava tanks
Israeli military says two soldiers were killed during combat operations in Lebanon amid clashes with Hezbollah
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UN rights chief urges US to conclude probe into deadly Iran school strike
Volker Turk says there must be justice for the terrible harm done
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India cuts excise duties on petrol, diesel as global oil prices surge
Sets windfall tax on export of diesel at 21.5 rupees per litre, fiscal hit estimated at 70b rupees per fortnight
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Israeli army chief warns of potential collapse amid personnel shortage
Military leadership raises ‘10 red flags’ as debate over conscription intensifies during ongoing war, media reports
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More than 1,900 dead in Iran since start of US-Israel strikes: IFRC
Govt says over 200 children, 237 women among those killed in 25 days of strikes
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Israel continues to bar Muslims from Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque for 4th straight week
Police keep mosque gates closed, deploy forces across Old City citing Iran war 'emergency measures'
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North Korea signs friendship treaty with Belarus, KCNA says
Countries also sign agreements on cooperation in diplomacy, agriculture, education, public health
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China blasts ‘false’ news after report says chipmaker supplying Iran
China is a key partner of Iran but has not announced military assistance to Tehran in the war
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Ukraine signs deal with Saudi Arabia on defence cooperation, Zelenskiy says
Hopes to bolster support for Ukraine in war against Russia; provide expertise, systems to Saudi Arabia
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PCB revises HBL PSL 11 schedule, reduces venues to Lahore and Karachi
Lahore will also host Eliminator 1, 2 and the final while the Qualifier will be played in Karachi
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PSG sweep past Nice to reclaim top spot
Luis Enrique hailed his side's "perfect evening" after reclaiming League 1 top spot
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James breaks NBA appearance record as Lakers win thriller
The Lakers superstar took the court for his 1,612th time
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South Africa clinch 19-run win over New Zealand in fourth T20
The visitors leveled the five-match series -2-2
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Sinner, defending champ Mensik advance to third round at Miami Open
The Russian defeated Japanese wildcard Rai Sakamoto
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Liverpool, Chelsea slip up in Champions League race
The Reds slipped to a 2-1 defeat at Brighton
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Rosenior urges Chelsea to 'forget the noise' after damaging loss
They suffered a damaging 3-0 defeat against Everton
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Marquez ambushed Di Giannantonio to win Brazil sprint
Di Giannantonio topped the morning's qualifying session
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Coventry close in on Premier League return as chasing pack stumble
They could return to the top league after 25 years
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Kane shines as Bayern sink Union
He scored 31 goals this Bundesliga campaign
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PSL to commence without spectators, matches limited to Karachi, Lahore
PCB to compensate franchises for financial losses caused by the absence of crowds, says Mohsin Naqvi
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Pakistan hockey's long sunset
National game struggles with neglect, fading support, and a system failing to keep pace with a changing sport
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New Zealand dominate South Africa for 2-1 T20 series lead
The fourth T20 is in Wellington on Sunday
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England recall Mainoo, Maguire for pre-World Cup matches
James Garner and Jason Steele received their first England call-ups
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Salah ruled out of Liverpool's Brighton clash
They face Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-finals on April 4










































































































