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PSX extends bullish streak with 843-point rise
KSE-100 index climbs to 114,880, fuelled by expectations of rate cut
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SPI records lowest rise in seven years
Big fall in prices of food items restricts increase in short-term inflation
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Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to implement PTA
Will explore joint venture, investment opportunities for businesses
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Govt plans incentives for industries
Decides to offer similar concessions to industrial estates as provided to CPEC SEZs
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Fate of USC to be decided in near future
Rana Tanveer stresses need for giving priority to public interests
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Malik meets World Bank VP to advance development projects
Discussions focus on energy security, infrastructure, water sector projects and policy frameworks
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Cash in circulation reaches Rs9.4tr
Reflects cash dependency while gold prices hit record highs and rupee loses 3 paisa hitting 278.75/$
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FBR seeks retention of 1,730 posts
Cites critical staffing needs amid automation drive to justify exemption
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Fire breaks out at wedding hall in Karachi's Gulshan-e-Maymar
Police stated that the wedding ceremony had concluded, and most guests had left the hall
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Spirit Airlines' bold new dress code sparks controversy
Spirit Airlines updated dress code could deny boarding for offensive clothing, tattoos, or odors, per its 2025 policy.
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Hamas to release four Israeli women soldiers in second swap under ceasefire deal
The exchange follows release on the ceasefire’s first day last Sunday of three Israeli women, 90 Palestinian prisoners
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Hostage to suspicion, acrimony and confusion?
Even more alarming is the TTP's expanding footprint.
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Trump 2 Pro Max
There were no public displays of anxiety by women and minorities as we saw in 2017.
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Diverging alliances in a polarised geopolitical landscape
Western capitals continue their tradition of giving India the benefit of the doubt of being a perpetual ally.
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Children's kidnappings
Citizens are justified in questioning the efficacy of law enforcement.
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Abandoned allies
Pakistan bears the brunt of this policy failure.
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Culling freedoms
This time around, it is media, the fourth pillar of the state, which is under the scanner.
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Soft power at work
Programmes such as the Roshan Digital Accounts have further enhanced the diaspora's economic engagement.
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Trump suggests eliminating FEMA during North Carolina visit
FEMA, with 10 regional offices and 20,000 staff, was led by Biden's administration for the past four years
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Marilyn Manson avoids charges in sexual assault investigation
Marilyn Manson won’t face charges in the sexual assault case due to insufficient evidence and statute of limitations.
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PTI's Junaid Akbar named new PAC chairman
Members from both PTI and PML-N expressed their support for Akbar, ultimately leading to his election.
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Bangkok shuts over 350 schools amid worst air pollution in five years
Bangkok offers free public transport for a week to cut traffic amid rising air pollution from exhaust fumes.
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Bilawal warns against overturning 26th Amendment outside Parliament
PPP chairman asserts no one, including PPP, would accept any attempt by another institution to reverse the changes.
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Billy Ray Cyrus announces new album with son Braison amid ongoing family drama with Trace
Billy Ray Cyrus reveals new album with son Braison this summer, despite family tensions with Trace and Miley.
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Joe Exotic criticizes Donald Trump for denying pardon
Joe Exotic slams Trump and Biden for not granting him a pardon, calling for support from followers.
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Playing XI announced for second Test between Pakistan, West Indies
The Green Shirts made one change to their lineup for the second Test, starting January 25 at Multan Cricket Stadium.
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French woman sentenced to life for starving daughter to death
She must serve a minimum of 20 years behind bars before being eligible for parole, according to the terms of sentence.
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Iranian police arrest two women for dancing in cemetery without hijabs
Since 1979, Iran requires women to cover their hair, neck, and wear loose clothes under strict dress codes.
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Lili Reinhart reveals health struggles following interstitial cystitis diagnosis
Lili Reinhart shares her journey with interstitial cystitis and health challenges.
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Quetta Gladiators officially appoints Saud Shakeel as captain for HBL PSL 10
Shakeel replaces South Africa’s Rilee Rossouw, who captained the Gladiators in PSL 2024.
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Denmark charges two in first case under Quran desecration law
Neither Copenhagen’s prosecution authority nor local media have described their alleged actions in detail
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Schools to be closed on Jan 28 on account of Shab-e-Meraj
Sindh government has declared that all public and private educational institutions will remain closed in the province.
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No Pakistani player named in ICC Men’s Test Team of the Year 2024
South Africa, despite reaching the ICC Test Championship final, had no players included in the 2024 squad.
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Putin proposes meeting with Trump to discuss Ukraine war
Russian president rules out peace talks with Ukraine unless Zelensky cancels decree banning negotiations with him.
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Daytime weddings gain popularity
Daytime events cost almost 50 per cent less than nighttime ceremonies hosted on the same day
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K-P Assembly rejects PECA amendments, calls for press freedom
The resolution stated that the amended PECA Act imposes restrictions on press freedom
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Pete Carroll joins Las Vegas Raiders as oldest head coach in NFL history
Pete Carroll returns to the NFL as head coach of the Raiders, making history as the oldest coach.
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Chinese investors file petition against police harassment in SHC
Investors warned they would return to Lahore or leave Pakistan if authorities do not intervene.
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Obama Gay Rumors: Jennifer Aniston affair story allegedly planted as a cover-up
The story about Aniston’s alleged affair with Obama is reportedly a cover-up to divert focus from his sexuality.
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SpaceX launches 23 Starlink satellites from California's central coast
SpaceX achieves its 401st orbital-class booster recovery, advancing its mission for reusable rocket technology
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Sher Afzal Marwat dismisses reports of Imran Khan's refusal to meet him
Marwat says such baseless rumours only create unnecessary discord among his supporters towards PTI and Khan.
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Kanye West claims $2.77 billion net worth after Yeezy brand comeback
Ye announces his net worth has rebounded to $2.77 billion, fueled by Yeezy’s direct-to-consumer success.
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I was targeted in the team for being good-looking: Ahmed Shehzad
Former Pakistani batsman reveals facing criticism from senior players due to his popularity.
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Israeli airstrike in West Bank kills two, reports Palestinian Health Ministry
The military has been carrying out a major operation in Jenin aiming to crack down on Palestinian groups
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US launches largest mass deportation in history, arresting 538 migrants
Trump pledges "largest deportation operation in US history," targeting 11M undocumented migrants nationwide
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Fire erupts near Rawalpindi railway yard, no casualties reported
The blaze primarily affected the surrounding grass and shrubbery; no injuries or financial losses have been reported.
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Cash is King: The Case of Pakistan in a Fintech Revolution
Despite the rapid push towards digitalization, cash remains deeply ingrained in Pakistan’s economy
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Train passengers stunned to see Prince William traveling to Liverpool
The Prince joined a football game and met Sir Kenny Dalglish to discuss Liverpool FC’s dominance.
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Liam Payne honoured with memorial plaque at Clevedon Pier
Clevedon Pier honours Liam Payne with a memorial plaque featuring lyrics from "Walking in the Wind."
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PM Shehbaz forms task force to combat human trafficking
The Premier emphasises the government's commitment to holding human trafficking perpetrators accountable.
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26 civilians martyred, 46 injured in Indian strikes: DG ISPR
Pakistan Army says response underway after unprovoked attacks hit homes, mosques, and public facilities.
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Pakistan downs five Indian fighter jets in retaliation for India's missile attack: DG ISPR
26 civilians martyred, 46 injured in Indian strikes, DG ISPR confirms.
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Karachi, Lahore airspace restored after 48-hour suspension
Aviation authorities confirm all affected routes operational.
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Access to X partially restored in Pakistan
The move comes at a time of heightened military tensions with neighbouring India.
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Pakistan declares air emergency at major airports
Airports in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Skardu, and Peshawar placed on high alert.
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Eight civilians martyred, 33 injured in Indian strikes on six locations: DG ISPR
All media outlets to be taken to the affected areas to expose “India’s naked aggression” to the world, says DG ISPR
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Chenab surge worsens Indo-Pak water row
Inflow jumps to 26,000 cusecs within hours after overnight level of 3,100 cusecs
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SC to hear pleas for review of reserved seats ruling
Judges question non-implementation of the Supreme Court's original decision, delivered on July 12, 2024.
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CB rushes reserved seats case
Legal experts caution that the bench's actions may further erode apex court's authority
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Pakistan delivers Swift Retort 2.0
Armed forces give fitting riposte to naked Indian aggression; PAF warplanes prevent Indian jets from violating
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FIA plea for remand extension of Armughan turned down
Court remands accused in illegal call centre case to judicial custody
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Mahar's family casts doubt on police claim
Says they were not allowed to see prime suspect Sheral's body
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Eight caught in abduction case
The hostage was rescued alive and unharmed without having to pay the demanded ransom.
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25 booked for blocking road
The accused were reported to be injuring citizens by hitting them with stick
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Traders slam new tax laws
Dr Shahid Rasheed Butt, on Tuesday strongly criticised the recent amendments to the tax laws.
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Govt may hike agri input taxes
Mulling limits on SEZs' tax-free status from FY2025-26
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Senate seeks clarity on barter trade
Raises concern over undefined trade rules with Iran, Russia, Afghanistan
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PSX ignores rate cut positivity
KSE-100 index loses 533.73points amid Moody's economic warning
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Kazakhstan offers strong commercial incentives
Economists urge investment bank, trade corridors to deepen Pak-Kazakh ties
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ADB warns against long-term protectionism
Officials say hopes of drop in bank's interest rates purely due to IMF qualification may be unrealistic
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Tax Ordinance withdrawal demanded
Industry leaders urge unified response to tackle repressive tax measure, save industries
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Policy delays threaten $5b refinery investments
Refinery upgrade plans stall as investors await Brownfield policy, tax clarity
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LCCI presents key budget proposals to Senate
Urges tariff restructuring, simplified tax regime to boost industrial growth
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Pakistan seeks stronger ADB support in Milan
At annual meet, US, China come with daggers drawn, India showcases digital progress, Pakistan’s requests remain same.
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Gold continues to climb in local, international markets
The price of silver also increased, with one tola of silver rising by Rs57 to Rs3,482.
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Power dues adjustment via NFC
Govt cuts provinces' share by 40%; Balochistan gets Rs55b for solar tube-wells
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Fast EV charging tech introduced
MG streamlines for HS PHEV buyers with wall-mounted 7kw charger
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PSX ends flat amid geopolitical jitters
Policy uncertainty, rupee volatility, India trade tensions weigh on investor sentiment
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Another US fighter jet lost from USS Truman in Red Sea
Second F/A-18 from USS Truman crashes in Red Sea; crew ejects safely
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US spent $21 trillion building underground bases for elites, ex-Bush official claims
Catherine Fitts claims US built secret underground cities for elites, funded by $21 trillion in government spending.
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UN chief urges restraint after India's missile attacks on Pakistan
"Operation Sindoor" , Pakistan-administered Kashmir leading to 8 casualties, 35 injured
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Canada 'never for sale', Carney tells Trump
Oval Office meeting comes amid tariff dispute
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Israeli strikes 'destroy' Sanaa airport
Oman announces US-Huthi ceasefire deal
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Trump brings up NHL's Alex Ovechkin in bizarre press conference with Carney
Trump name-drops NHL's Alex Ovechkin during press conference with Canada’s new PM, calling him a “big, tough cookie.”
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'Rizwan is not captain-material' says Kamran Akmal after Sultans' HBL PSL exit
Kamran Akmal criticises Mohammad Rizwan’s leadership, says PCB should never hand him captaincy powers again.
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Buddy Hield clutch in Warriors win but Stephen Curry now in doubt for NBA playoffs
Hield’s clutch shooting lifts Warriors past Timberwolves in Game 1 after Stephen Curry exits with hamstring strain.
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Buddy Hield wears wrong shorts against Timberwolves, gets trolled online
Buddy Hield wore the wrong shorts in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves, causing a delay and giving fans a laugh in NBA Playoffs.
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HBL PSL 10 points table: Who will follow Quetta Gladiators into playoffs?
Quetta Gladiators become the first team to qualify for HBL PSL 10 playoffs with two group games still to play.
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Inter produce remarkable comeback to beat Barca, reach UEFA Champions League final
Inter Milan beat Barcelona 7-6 on aggregate in Champions League semi-final to reach their second final in three years.
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All roads lead to Rome Open for Sinner
He gears up for his return to the courts after a contested doping ban
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Bodybuilder Furqan bags gold, bronze in Dubai
Pak national stuns rivals at Global Powerlifting event
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Cummins heroics in vain
Rain dumps Hyderabad out of IPL
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Trent Alexander-Arnold: A New Chapter at Real Madrid
He confirmed his departure from Liverpool at the end of the season
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Leadership transition on cards for India
Bumrah is likely to become Rohit's deputy in England Tests
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National Women's T20 to begin today
The 18-day tournament will be played in Karachi
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WI announce squad for ODI series against Ireland, England
The three-match ODI series against Ireland will begin on May 21
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Bangladesh set for Sri Lanka tour in June
The series will begin with two Test matches.
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Cork backs Raza as future Pak star
The former England bowler expressed strong admiration for his bowling skills