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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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Suspect among ten killed in school shooting in Austria's Graz
Motive for the shooting remains unclear, and investigations are ongoing
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BBC report exposes BJP govt’s underreporting of Kumbh stampede death toll
Investigation confirms 82 deaths in Kumbh stampede, far exceeding UP government’s official toll.
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Greta Thunberg deported, en route to Sweden
11 others on board Madleen are being deported after detention, 'attack' by IDF 185km from besieged Palestinian enclave
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Investor confidence drives PSX to historic high ahead of Budget 2025-2026
KSE-100 index surged by 970.53 points to 122,611.53 during intra-day trading.
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Japan sights more than one Chinese aircraft carrier in Pacific for first time
Regional concerns are rising amid heightened maritime military movement across East Asia
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Federal Budget 2025-26 to be presented in National Assembly today
Rs17.6 trillion outlay expected, slightly lower than last year’s Rs18.78 trillion
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US DoJ urged to investigate Hindu American Foundation as Modi's 'foreign agent'
Fremont Gurdwara Sahib calls for transparency on HAF's ties with US lawmakers and the Indian government
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PIA’s first post-Hajj flight departs Jeddah carrying 307 Pakistani pilgrims
Over 115,000 Pakistanis performed Hajj this year under government, private arrangements
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Marines deployed in LA as Trump administration intensifies migrant crackdowns
Military, federal enforcement operations further polarise country's two major political parties
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Russia launches massive drone attack on Ukraine, hits Kyiv and Odesa maternity ward
Odesa maternity hospital damaged in Russian attack, nine injured
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High courts run without permanent top judges
The Balochistan High Court also remained without a permanent chief justice for more than three months.
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LA shaken as immigration clampdown turns violent
Trump, California gov face-off as Marines called out to quell protests
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PTI rejects Economic Survey as 'IMF script'
"This entire budget has been handed down by the IMF. This Economic Survey is a Form 47 document," Omar Ayub alleged
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India in crosshairs as Bilawal scales up offensive
Calls potential canal, dam projects act of war, cites UN charter violation
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Eyeing turnaround with cautious optimism
2.7% growth slower than 3.6% target population formula shift proposed in NFC inflation 'a fantastic story'
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Apple unveils new softwares
Says firm to open up underlying AI technology to developers
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Leaders warn race for minerals could turn seabed into 'wild west'
The number of countries opposed to seabed mining rose to 36
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15 killed in Malaysia bus crash
Thirteen victims died at the scene near the town of Gerik
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Israel seizes aid boat bound for Gaza
Detains Greta Thunberg and others aboard Madleen
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Citizenship referendum fails in Italy
A referendum win would have cut this to five years, putting Italy in line with Germany and France.
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Tensions flare among jurors in Weinstein sex crimes retrial
Judge Curtis Farber read aloud two notes sent to him by the 12-member jury deliberating behind closed doors.
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Iran to submit counter N-proposal to US
Tehran reacts to 'ambiguous' Washington offer
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Terrorist killed, cop martyred in Lakki Marwat clash
The militants were intercepted at Kot Kashmir, where they opened fire on the advancing police and volunteers.
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Salary, pension hikes on the cards
Govt set to present a budget of approximately Rs17,600 billion for FY 2025-26
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India declares Shopian seminary unlawful entity
India declares IIOJK seminary unlawful under UAPA
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SBP hikes policy rate to 11.5%
Oil shock, global uncertainty drive unexpected 100bps increase
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FCC restores govt powers to block passports
Court suspends LHC ruling on travel bans
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Kabul's 'frivolous' varsity attack claim rejected
MoI says allegation aims to cover up Afghan Taliban support for terrorists
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President Zardari's China visit yields bonanza of MoUs
Deals focus on desalination, agriculture and tea industry development
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PTI, opp bloc agree on joint strategy
PTI, allies aim to align street and parliamentary strategy
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PM sees strong mineral export potential
Says Pakistan is blessed with abundant resources
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FCC CJ orders faster case disposal
Calls for stronger case management during full-court meeting
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Govt approves Rs4.4b for PIA retirees
ECC clears policy to import old cars, gives contradictory statement to SBP
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Study proposes tax, reforms on cement sector
Says improved competition, efficiency will address distortions, unlock growth
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Gold steady in range as global pressure persists
Rises Rs800 per tola; rupee settles at 278.82 per dollar
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Businesses term rate hike crippling, ill-timed
Traders warn of de-industrialisation, stagnation, vast SME closures
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Satellite internet plan in final stage
Awaits cabinet nod; security, spectrum made key to licensing
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Minister eyes EU investment in grid modernisation
Smart meters, transmission upgrades, battery storage among four priority areas
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Senate body seeks oversight of foreign-aid projects
Committee says govt institutions manipulate tenders, financial requirements
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PSX drops 1,174 points on rate hike anxiety
KSE-100 settles at 169,497 as investors await clarity on interest rate outlook
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Exports decline 7.14% in nine months
Machinery imports rise 10.28% as sport goods exports increase 12.99% to $319m
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KSE-100 drops 1,174 points amid cautious trading ahead of SBP rate decision
Market eventually settles at 169,497.36; SBP later raises the policy rate by 100 basis points to 11.50%
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European shares steady as investors eye US-Iran talks, central banks
STOXX 600 flat as oil and gas index jumps 8%; ECB and Bank of England meetings in focus this week
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SBP hikes intrest rates by 100 basis points to 11.5%
Policy rate jumps defying market hopes with effect from Tuesday
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Oil up almost 3% as US-Iran peace talks stall
Brent crude hits three-week high of $108 as Hormuz shipments stay limited
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Starmer's Mandelson woes deepen
UK PM faces vote on possible parliamentary probe
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Iran signals cautious openness to dialogue
Araghchi says US push reflects 'unmet war aims' Washington reviews Iranian phased de-escalation proposal
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Man charged with attempting to assassinate Trump
Suspect in Washington dinner plot appears in court
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Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon
Tel Aviv expands scope despite ceasefire
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9m voters deleted in West Bengal
Muslims systematically targeted to rig polls
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Muslims 'disproportionately' affected as 9m names struck off voter rolls for polls in India's West Bengal: report
Nearly a dozen Muslim families said some names were struck off voter list despite their documents being in place
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US secretary of state says Iran ‘serious’ about deal
Trump discusses new Iran proposal with national security aides
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Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 people for 'glorifying or sympathising with' Iranian attacks
Bahrain said revocations followed royal order under Article 10/3 for harming interest or disloyalty
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Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations: FM Araghchi
Russia offers to 'do what it can' to help resolve regional tensions as Putin meets Iran FM Araghchi
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India-New Zealand free trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports and visas
The deal also provides a quota of 5,000 temporary employment visas for Indian professionals
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Palestinians use Gaza rubble to restore streets as US rebuilding plan stalls
Gaza faces massive cleanup, with 61m tonnes of rubble, says UNDP official Alessandro Mrakic
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Punjab issues heatwave alert as temperatures expected to surge in May, June
PDMA forecasts the temperature between 43°C and 45°C under normal conditions across the province
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Sinner motors on in Madrid
He is eyeing to win five Masters 1000 tournaments in a row
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PM Shehbaz approves spectators' presence for HBL PSL playoff matches: Naqvi
Encourages fans to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption
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Toulouse fall to first home defeat for a year
They still have a 12-point cushion over their closest challengers Pau
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Kane propelling Bayern to glory
They will face PSG in the Champions League semifinal
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Houston Rockets thrash LA Lakers
Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs return
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Steep mountainside offers respite for daring Afghans
Hundreds of visitors travel each weekend to Reg-e-Rawan -- the moving sands
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Fernandez sends Chelsea into FA Cup final
The Blues will face Manchester City following a 1-0 victory
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Sinner motors on in Madrid
He is eyeing to win five Masters 1000 tournaments in a row
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Marseille see Champions League chance slip further away
They were held to a 1-1 draw by Nice
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Inter's Serie A title charge hits bump in road
They threw away a two-goal lead to only draw 2-2 at Torino
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Struggling Sevilla suffer late blow
Villarreal edge Celta Vigo to tighten their grip on third place
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Cummins hails teen wonder Sooryavanshi
The opener blasted 103 off 37 balls for his second IPL ton
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Barcelona on brink of La Liga triumph
Lopez and Rashford scored in Barca’s 2-0 triumph over Getafe
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Atletico build confidence before Arsenal but Barrios hurt
Alexander Sorloth struck twice in 3-2 victory over Bilbao
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Swiatek laid low by illness
Sabalenka marched on into Madrid Open last 16











































































































