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Workers threaten countrywide protest
They also demanded that the minimum wage be increased to Rs60,000,
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Govt employees, pensioners reject budget as 'cruel joke'
Allege it ignores soaring inflation and favours the ruling elite
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Tom Felton criticized for downplaying J.K. Rowling's controversial remarks amid Broadway debut
Tom Felton opened up about his return to Harry Potter on Broadway, also addressing J.K. Rowling's controversial views.
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Jaishankar's ‘terroristan’ remark overlooks India's own role in regional instability, aggression
RAW linked to killings abroad, hate speech spikes in India as Pakistan presents ‘irrefutable’ proof
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Justin Baldoni's lawyer calls Blake Lively’s legal win a false victory
Justin Baldoni’s lawyer calls Blake Lively’s legal win a “false” victory after the lawsuit is dismissed.
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Gigi Paris opens up after 2 years on split with Glenn Powell following Sydney Sweeney romance rumors
Gigi Paris opens up for first time after the split in 2023, revealing details about phone call that led to it.
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Family pension duration capped at 10 years following spouse's death
Govt discourages premature retirement, multiple pensions, proposes 5% on high-income pensioners
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Sharjeel Memon criticises budget for sidelining Sindh, Karachi's development
PPP is taking these budgetary decisions seriously and plans to review the budget in detail, says senior Sindh minister
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Day of the Jackal' author Frederick Forsyth dies at 86
Former spy and espionage thriller writer drew on real life experiences
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Baldoni's defamation case against Lively rejected
Court says claims lack legal basis
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Kendrick Lamar wins big at 2025 BET Awards
Rapper named best male hip-hop artist
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Will 2025 be the 'Summer of Punk'?
The iconoclast will face Cena for WWE title in Saudi Arabia
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Warner Bros Discovery splits studios, streaming
Declining cable business cited behind decision
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Princess Diana's pricey dresses head to auction
Collection will also feature the former royal's luxury bags and footwear
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Have kids' books lost the plot?
Short sentences and large illustrations are rapidly becoming the norm
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TikToker im.krispy finds out she’s colorblind after viral blue chair debate
TikToker im.krispy went viral after learning she might be colorblind when viewers said her blue chair looked grey.
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Pakistan, Russia have 'enormous potential' to deepen ties: Zardari
President lauds Moscow's role in Eurasian stability at ceremony marking Russia's 35th National Day
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Iran warns West, Israel over IAEA pressure ahead of new nuclear talks
Iran warns of "proportionate" response, may scale back IAEA cooperation if Western pressure continues
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18% sales tax on vehicles up to 850cc proposed
Imported chocolates, coffee, cereal bars, and pet food to cost more due to higher taxes
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All forms of parking on Karachi's II Chundrigar banned
Parking banned along II Chundrigar Road, from Shaheen Complex to Merewether Tower
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FBR to get powers akin to SHO; 18% sales tax on e-commerce transactions proposesd
Budget mandates social media platforms to submit advertising revenue details to FBR every quarter
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Rs722.48b set aside for BISP, Rs10.23b for Poverty Alleviation Division
Allocations for Presidency, PM House also increased
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Bandits of Katcha capitalize on fear
Rs10 million has been set as the head bounty for the most dangerous bandits
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Watch: trailer released for Ari Aster's Cannes-acclaimed Eddington film
Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal star in Ari Aster's Eddington, a western set during the 2020 pandemic.
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PTI slams Budget 2025–26 as anti-people and elitist
Budget offers no relief to public; they bleed the poor but spare the elite, PTI leaders said at a press conference
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UK to sanction far-right Israeli ministers for stoking violence in Palestine
UK sanctions Israeli ministers over extremist rhetoric and abuses; Lammy says action aims to hold them accountable
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India's unilateral suspension of IWT could destabilise regional peace: Bilawal
Former FM urged for protection of sanctity of international treaties, warning against "weaponisation of water"
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Non-filers to be barred from purchasing vehicles, immovable property
Budget proposes increase in advance tax on cash withdrawals by non-filers from 0.6% to 1%
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Iran executes nine ISIL members over foiled civilian attack plot
ISIL, once powerful in Iraq and Syria, was dismantled but still launches sporadic attacks, including inside Iran
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Ice Spice to join the voice cast of the upcoming SpongeBob movie with an original song
Ice Spice, Regina Hall, Sherry Cola, and George Lopez join The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants out in December
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Defence budget hiked by 20.2% to Rs2,550b
A sum of Rs971 billion has been earmarked for civil administration
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David Byrne announces new album 'Who Is the Sky?' with lead single 'Everybody Laughs'
David Byrne unveils 'Who Is the Sky?', first solo album in seven years featuring star-studded collaborations.
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Govt proposes new law to discourage smuggled vehicles
If a vehicle’s chassis number has been altered, cut, or welded, it will be considered smuggled
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Budget 2025-26 proposes relief for corporate, real estate sectors
High-income pensioners, solar panel imports, interest income see tax burdens
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Pakistan's economic growth on track: PM
He lauded the salaried class for playing a vital role in economic stability
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Disney completes $9 billion Hulu buyout
Disney has finalized its $9 billion deal to acquire Comcast’s Hulu stake, paying less than expected after arbitration.
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Govt proposes income tax relief for salaried class
Budget 2025-2026 proposes up to 4% income tax cut for lower, middle-income sectors
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India pushes back 'foreigners' into Bangladesh, sparking human rights concerns
Since May, Assam has pushed back 303 of 30,000 declared foreigners into Bangladesh, a top official said
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Cabinet approves 10% salary increase for govt employees
Federal cabinet also approved 7% pension boost for govt employees
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Israel strikes Yemen's Hodeidah port, threatens naval, air blockade
Israeli military calls for evacuation of Houthi-controlled ports of Ras Isa, Hodeidah and Salif
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What is Samarium and why is the US concerned about it?
In addition to military use, Samarium also has applications in civilian sectors including nuclear reactors
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Finance minister unveils Rs17.6tn budget, targets 4.2% growth
Muhammad Aurangzeb dismisses rumours regarding mini-budget, clarifies no new taxes have been imposed
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New Malir Jail admin confirms 225 inmates escaped the prison
Of those, 146 have been recaptured
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Palestinian death toll mounts with over 35 killed since dawn
Israeli fire at aid point left 19 dead, over 200 wounded
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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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Stray dog attacks put polio workers at risk
Two female vaccinators mauled in Korangi and Malir as authorities warn of rising canine menace
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Fatal road carnage claims five lives
Accidents death toll exceeds 100, with two brothers crushed by trailer
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Awami Theatre Festival showcases Balochi drama
story centres on a humble family navigating the struggles of daily life
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KLF 2026 puts economy under the microscope
Economists, policymakers call for structural reforms to reset Pakistan's economy
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K-P to challenge PHC ruling on Police Act
Law Minister Aftab Alam strongly criticised the ruling in social media post
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Karachi revival: security, business at the forefront
Tessori stressed that Pakistan would respond decisively to any aggression
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China condemns Islamabad imambargah attack, pledges support
China is 'deeply shocked' after a suicide blast at an Islamabad mosque left 32 dead
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In-camera briefing on Tirah, Balochistan sought
ANP's Aimal highlights 'dire situation' in Tirah Valley
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Nationwide shutdown to defend vote
Silence in face of the subversion of the people's right to vote amounts to complicity
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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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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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Trump condemns, won't apologise for video depicting Obamas as apes
'I didn't make a mistake. I mean, I give — I look at a lot — thousands of things,' Trump tells reporters
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If US attacks, Iran says it will strike US bases in the region
'We will not attack neighbouring countries; rather, we will target US bases stationed in them,' Iran FM says
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US, India unveil interim trade framework, move closer to broad pact
Deal lowers US duties to 18%, reshapes energy ties, sets stage for a broader pact amid supply-chain realignment
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WHO says one person dead from Nipah virus in Bangladesh
35 people who had contact with the patient are being monitored and have tested negative for the virus
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China launches reusable experimental spacecraft into orbit
This marks the 4th launch of a reusable rocket since 2020
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Faheem Ashraf's blistering knock takes Pakistan over the line in T20 World Cup opener
Faheem Ashraf unbeaten on 29 from 11, hitting two fours and three sixes
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Alexandrova rallies to advance to Abu Dhabi finals
She defeated Baptiste 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3
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Man City confront Anfield hoodoo
Arsenal are already enjoying a six-point lead at the top of the table
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Leeds boost survival bid with win over relegation rivals Forest
Jayden Bogle and Noah Okafor scored in 3-1 victory
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Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics open with dazzling ceremony
The extravaganza reflected the most geographically widespread Olympics in history
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Suryavanshi smashes 175 as India win Under-19 World Cup final
They thumped England by 100 runs
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Salman defends 'X factor' Tariq's action
Pakistan will face Netherlands in the tournament opener
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Suryavanshi smashes record in U19 World Cup final
He smashed 175 off just 80 balls
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There will be nerves at home: Yadav
They will start their campaign against the United States
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Dortmund dare to dream as Bayern falter
They cut the defending champions lead by five points
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Inter eyeing chance to put pressure on title rivals Milan
They are eyeing to stretch lead to eight points
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Real Madrid seeking consistency over magic
They will face Valencia in La Liga on Sunday
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Carrick relishing Frank reunion
Spurs are 14th in the table after a miserable EPL season
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Guardiola lauds 'world's best Haaland
The striker has scored just twice in his last 12 appearances
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Spin woes, injury and poor form dog Australia
Hazlewood is the latest member of the squad to miss the tournament












































































































