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1 in 4 children in Punjab stunted
Infant, maternal nutrition remain provincial healthcare concerns
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Rights of the marginalised in Magnifica Humanitas
Pope does not oppose knowledge and technology
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Unbundling or Bundling Up?
Pakistan's gas industry has revolved around two giant integrated companies
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Illogical patriotism!
Patriotism emerged almost imperceptibly through repetition, emotion and shared experience
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Assad's sentencing
Damascus now under a transitional government led by Ahmed al-Sharaa
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Redirected funds
119,049 verified and eligible households have been left without identified financing
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Poison on our plates
Minister's nationwide survey is the right step, but surveys alone are not enough
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Our education system needs more than a new syllabus
Problem becomes clearer when we look at countries that have built stronger learning systems
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Lawyer Jibran Nasir alleges serious lapses in Mir Raza Ali murder probe
Seeks criminal inquiry against three officers, questions handling of victim’s smartwatch, guesthouse
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Govt decreases petrol price by Rs1.70, hikes HSD by Rs1.39 for August 12
Latest revision takes petrol to Rs325.92 per litre and HSD to Rs382.25 under the new pricing system
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US Congressmen urge Marco Rubio to raise Imran's detention with Pakistan
Cite a letter by UN special rapporteur, which raises concerns about torture on Imran, solitary confinement
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Who are Iran’s new wartime security and military leaders?
New appointments span Iran’s security and military establishment, including SNSC, IRGC, army and navy
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Saudi Arabia says Makkah agreement with Türkiye, Pakistan 'long-term' deal to boost cooperation
Defence pact to bolster efforts to address regional challenges, maintain stability, says Saudi King Salman
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US, Iran ‘close on some sort of arrangement’ on Hormuz: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meets Iranian leadership in Tehran
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President Zardari confers Nishan-e-Imtiaz on National Strategic Command chief Gen Aamer Raza
General Raza has previously been awarded the Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military) and Sitara-e-Basalat (Star of Valour)
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Pakistan step up England Test preparations
Shan Masood bats under medical supervision as squad trains ahead of warm-up match
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3 Pakistanis among 6 killed in Houthi attack on commercial vessel in Bab al-Mandeb
11 Pakistani, Indonesian sailors also rescued, says coast guard of Yemen's internationally recognised government
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'Alarming reports' on Imran's health causing nationwide anxiety and restlessness: PTI
PTI spokesperson says state must allow his doctors, lawyers, sisters and party to see him
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Armed man killed after firing on security forces in Rawalpindi's Mall Road, police say
Pindi police says armed man belonged to 'specific political party'; PTI demands impartial judicial inquiry
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5 terrorists neutralised in Balochistan's Panjgur: ISPR
PM, interior minister pay tribute to security forces for successful operation against Fitna-al-Hindustan terrorists
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NASA invites India to join its Moon base mission
Both sides discuss expanding cooperation, pursuing future science and human space flight technology collaborations
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Somali referee 'proud' to oversee Super Cup
He was refused entry to the United States during the World Cup
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S Africa name squad for Namibia tour
They will play three T20Is and the same number of ODIs
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Pakistan, US renew Fulbright-HEC partnership to support 66 PhD scholars
HEC commits at least $4.54 million annually for five-year deal
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Aston Villa gear up for PSG test
Emery terms it as another opportunity for Villa to compete for major silverware
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Pakistan names Asian Games shooting squad
Eight shooters set for Japan Games to be held from September 19 to October 4
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Trump Media's quarterly loss widens to $238 million from $20 million a year earlier
Company signs over 10 customer agreements for licensed data feed launched on August 1, says continues to add partners
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US fuel sales to Cuban business bring a glimpse of capitalism to Havana
Black-market gasoline reaches $38 per gallon in spring before easing as volume of imports grew
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Trump boarded secret Turkiye flight via catering truck due to Iran threat: report
After Trump boarded old Air Force One in Ankara, he was secretly shuttled by airport catering truck to smaller plane
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Master Group's Indus Cloud launches Pakistan's first Cisco AI GPU Cluster powered by NVIDIA H200 GPUs
Indus Cloud’s AI-ready infrastructure enables organisations to build and deploy AI solutions securely within Pakistan
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Post-mortems find no signs of torture in deaths of two women in Lahore police custody
Reports say black spots were found on the lungs of both women, while their hearts were filled with blood clots
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Taylor Swift wedding-dress fever puts bridal brands on high alert
Bridal chains anticipate surge of interest in Swift-inspired wedding styles
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Gold prices climb further in local market after global surge
In the international bullion market, gold prices rise by $24 per ounce
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Ducky Bhai says parents, not YouTubers, must monitor children’s online content
YouTuber defends his content, urges parents to take greater responsibility for children’s online habits
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Petroleum dealers announce closure of pumps nationwide from Aug 15
The association has given the government 72-hour ultimatum to solve their issues
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'This regime does not want educated people': Afghan fathers grieve daughters' lost education
UN estimates one million girls affected by restrictions as fathers seek underground schools, computer courses
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Syria sentences absent Bashar al-Assad to death over killings and torture
Assad's brother, security official also sentenced to death as critics call ruling 'performative justice'
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AJK election outcome remains uncertain as re-polling ordered at 23 stations
Re-polling could reshape the race as PML-N and PPP remain locked in close contests across key Bagh constituencies
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Shahood Alvi’s remarks on women’s appearance spark debate over marriage roles
People argue husbands should contribute to household responsibilities instead of expecting their wives to manage home
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Pakistan women whip South Korea in Asian netball
The Green-shirts seal 72-23 victory in Hong Kong
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Cambridge announces AS, A-Level results for June 2026 examinations
Lauds students for sitting exams amid regional tensions, uncertainty and disruption
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Colombia rescue efforts press on after quake, death toll expected to rise
Cali hospital collapse traps patients, forces 600 onto rubble-strewn street as 164 dead, 1,000 troops deployed
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Trump jumps in support of Infantino
He says it would be "a terrible mistake" to replace the FIFA president
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West Indies face World Cup qualifier again
Caribbean side missed automatic spot for 2027 showpiece
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Scotland, Netherlands criticise ICC's World Cup format changes
Associate nations warn the new format could hinder cricket’s global growth
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NCCIA summons four over 'false, fabricated' allegations against Sharjeel Memon
The individuals directed to appear in person before the investigating officer at the NCCIA Karachi office on August 13
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Sanam Saeed criticises social media backlash over Durefishan Saleem's accent in 'Dar-e-Nijaat'
Actor says criticism 'downright mean' as users split over Durefishan's dialogue delivery
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Karan Johar reflects on 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna' criticism as film marks two decades
Filmmaker recalls couple walking out mid-screening, says movie's intention was not to endorse infidelity
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'Big Four' bowlers back as ageing Australia begin gruelling run
Bangladesh face Australia in the first of a packed Test schedule
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Israeli army destroys water pipelines, orders families from homes in occupied West Bank
Israel also advances plan for 650 housing units, holds bodies of 1,700 Palestinians for potential future exchanges
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Eid Miladun Nabi (PBUH) observed across Pakistan with religious fervour, solemnity
President Zardari, PM Shehbaz urge nation to uphold the teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
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Ceremony in Karachi honours outgoing French diplomats
Ikram Sehgal hopes that the two French diplomats will play the role of goodwill ambassadors between Pakistan, France
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Hina Javed murder: Rawalpindi court extends physical remand of husband, servant
Court directs the cops to complete the probe at the earliest and submit the challan
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Schedule for AJK prime minister's election issued
The newly elected AJK prime minister will take the oath between 4pm and 5pm on August 27
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14 newborns killed in fire at PIMS Hospital in Islamabad
PM Shehbaz forms high-level inquiry committee, suspends health secretary
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PHC summons Peshawar BISE chairman, controller of examinations over student awarded 'zero' in biology
Reprimands legal representative for flouting court order, not producing petitioner’s original answer sheet
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Mustafa Kamal promises accountability as Sindh govt demands his resignation
Kamal says PM has ordered investigation and that 'nothing will be hidden', with all evidence to be brought forward
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'Give me my child back': Mother mourns infant lost in PIMS fire
Witnesses describe chaotic, harrowing scenes and intense smoke, guards reportedly preventing them from leaving ward
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British lawmakers praise Pakistan's leadership, mediation efforts for Middle East peace
FM Dar lauds British MPs' support for Pakistan-UK relations, Kashmir cause
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Pakistan expects US reply on $10b stabilisation facility 'soon'
Adviser to FinMin says discussions with the US over the proposed facility have been 'constructive'
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SC to hear Imran sister's plea on Sept 16
Apex court registrar rejects early fixation request
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Govt, PPP seek to address differences
NA speaker says government realises seriousness of quorum issue, to ensure attendance
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Pakistan eyes strategic economic ties with KSA: PM
Saudi delegation explores new investment avenues
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Rs10 currency note to be phased out
SBP designing new currency with enhanced security features
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Imran Khan treatment row heats up Senate
Govt-opposition face off over SC order compliance
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Inefficiency in coal buying unearthed
Power Division says corrective action can save Rs380m annually
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PSX up 400 points amid mixed trading
Gains in banks, fertiliser stocks offset losses in energy, tech shares
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Tokenised bonds for expats in the works
PVARA, SBP studying digitally native sovereign note to improve diaspora access
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1.8m jobs at risk over auto policy
PAAPAM urges PM to keep non-transfer condition on used-car imports
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Rice, textiles, pharma eyed for export growth
Officials directed to build on this momentum through market diversification and stronger business-to-business linkages
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Housing finance doubles to Rs279b
Applications rise 52% as access to finance expands; agriculture, SME financing targets set
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Gold slips as global rally stalls
Down Rs600 per tola; rupee inches up to 277.52/$
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'No Pakistani trade office in China'
Senate panel told energy costs, financing, taxes hit exports, FDI rarely exceeds $2b
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Hormuz crisis triggers oil reserves plan
Wood Mackenzie hired for feasibility report on $500m strategic oil storage
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Govt toughens procurement rules
Differences remain with IMF over award of direct contracts to state enterprises
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Oil hits one-week low as investors shrug off US sanctions on Iran
Brent crude futures down $2.96, or 3.21%, to $89.21 a barrel; WTI down $2.84, or 3.34%, at $82.17
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$35m award stalls Roosevelt deal
ECC sets up negotiation team to clear path for US GSA redevelopment plan
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Rs911b assets transferred in DISCO restructuring
FESCO, GEPCO, IESCO bidders will inherit Rs648b liabilities; documents show IMF condition may be violated
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Bitcoin rises above $80,000 as soft dollar, debasement fears boost momentum
Bitcoin is up 28% so far in August, set for its biggest monthly gain since November 2024
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Keti Bunder: Zardari urges integrated plan
President calls for connectivity, infrastructure and livelihoods for local people
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What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes loom?
Donlad Trump wants to permanently raise the fee from between $2,000 and $5,000 to more than $100,000
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Iran cannot use Strait of Hormuz as 'leverage' against global economy: US treasury secretary
Iran says Hormuz transit route with Oman will be 7 miles wide
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Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress but says Riyadh must recognize Israel
Agreement would allow US companies to export civilian nuclear technology to the kingdom, sent to Congress on Monday
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Oil prices fall $2 on Iran-Oman talks to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude futures fell $2.30, or 2.6%, to $86.28; WTI down $2.08, or 2.53%, at $80.29
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Qatar condemns Israeli defence chief’s entry into southwestern Syria
Doha calls for international action to force Israel to respect the 1974 Disengagement Agreement and halt incursions
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IAEA chief says new initiative to support nuclear power at sea
Atomic Technologies Licensed for Applications at Sea to be unveiled at IAEA event
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Trump administration issues pause on visa appointments for applicants worldwide
Global training initiative launched at embassies, consulates: appointments for visa services will adjust
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Punjab, China partner on smart farming
Punjab CM seeks benefits from corporate farming experience
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US embassy staff start returning to ME
Hamas-linked committees issue warning as Israel threatens action over kites and balloons
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Bangladesh mulls joining Makkah pact
Dhaka views defence alliance invitation positively
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China, India hold border talks
Agree to continue search for boundary settlement
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Pennsylvania reports first US measles deaths in decades
Both people were unvaccinated Lancaster County residents
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Gul confident Pakistan can bounce back at Lord's
Bowling coach is happy with Babar’s recovery, hopes captain will return
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Arshad defies NOC rules, trains abroad
Source says Olympic champion has not informed the PSB before departure
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India in control against Sri Lanka
Hosts still need 39 runs to avoid follow-on with two wickets in hand
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ICC reprimands Jayasuriya for rules violation
The spinner has breached Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct in the second Test
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Root angered by England's off-field mistakes
He urges England to stop making “stupid mistakes” away from cricket
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Mourinho happy with squad despite losing out on Rodri
Los Blancos revamped their squad this summer
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Pakistan face uphill task against England at Lord’s
The visitors need a disciplined all-round effort to level the series
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Kerr and Ingebrigtsen to renew rivalry
Both athletes received exceptional invitations for the meet
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Vondrousova appeals to CAS over doping ban
The Czech star challenges the ban over her refusal to take an out-of-competition test
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Sana confident men’s matches will help at Asia Cup
Captain says such games build pressure-handling skills
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Alonso makes winning start with Chelsea
Goals from Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer give a 3-2 win over Fulham
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Federer set for brief Ashe return
The 44-year-old plans to enjoy the occasion with former rivals and his family
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Carse dropped from England squad
The fast bowler is unavailable for the second Test as the regulator probes the incident
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Pakistan down Algeria in FIVB World Championship
Under-17 volleyballers engineer straight-sets win to progress to the round of 16
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Afghanistan announce squad for India series
Pacer Naveen-ul-Haq returns to the team, which will be led by Ibrahim Zadran











































































































