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Canada scraps digital services tax, paving way for renewed US trade talks
Trump halts Canada trade talks over digital tax, vows new tariffs, risking renewed tensions after period of calm
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Govt to end collection of electricity duty via bills
Awais Leghari requests all CMs to explore alternative mechanisms for collecting provincial levies and duties
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Anosh Ahmed empowers public services via blockchain technology
With innovation, community empowerment, and Chicago Crypto Hub, Dr Ahmed promotes public policy adoption of blockchain
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Two firefighters shot dead in Idaho ambush, gunman found dead after standoff
Firefighters ambushed on arrival; suspect tracked by phone and found by SWAT as fire approached his location
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India's disinformation campaign on CPEC and AJK
The writer is a freelance contributor with special focus on issues related to international and national security
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Migrant boat sinks off Tunisia-Italy route, leaving one dead, 87 rescued
Nearly 30,000 migrants, including 5,146 unaccompanied minors, have arrived in Italy so far this year, officials say
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Naqvi vows tight security, enhanced surveillance for Muharram
Interior minister says security placed on high alert to thwart any nefarious designs of cowardly enemies
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Pakistan Navy's combat readiness strengthened across all domains: Admiral Naveed Ashraf
Navy chief praises leadership of Air Chief Marshal, commending PAF's efforts in modernising and tech integration
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Violence in Pakistan declines by 32% in Q2 2025
Report highlights reduced fatalities and improved counter-terrorism
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Pakistan's PR to UN in Vienna elected UNIDO president
Ambassador Kamran Akhtar is the first Pakistani to be honoured with the prestigious position
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Pakistan calls on India to resume IWT following Court of Arbitration ruling
FO urges India to resume cooperation and emphasises the importance of preserving the treaty for regional stability
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Israel strikes kill at least 60 in Gaza amid heaviest attacks in weeks
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza as tanks enter Zeitoun and warplanes bomb schools, forcing families to flee
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Iran says 935 killed in Israeli air strikes, new forensic data reveals
Israel struck Iran on June 13, hitting nuclear sites and killing commanders and civilians in worst attack
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Stocks close FY25 at new all-time high
Market breaks record with 1,248-point surge as China rolls over $3.4b in loans
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PCB appoints Azhar Mahmood as red-ball head coach
The former assistant coach will hold the position until the end of his current contract
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PAA launches probe into three foreign aircraft temporarily grounded
All three aircrafts undergoing maintenance inspection after back-to-back incidents
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Visuals from India's Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission fabricated: report
Fake News Watchdog dismisses mission as media spectacle rather than scientific achievement
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'Green credit' scheme for recycling plastic bottles launched in Lahore
Citizens can deposit empty plastic bottles into Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) and earn up to Rs1,000
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Scattered rain, thunderstorms expected across Pakistan
Hot, humid weather to persist in parts of Sindh, Balochistan
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ECP to convene on SC reserved seats ruling today
Meeting to formulate implementation strategy, notify candidates' victories as per verdict
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Petrol prices likely to rise by Rs11 per litre
Official announcement on new petrol prices due tonight
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PBA refutes misleading claims on remittance subsidies
'Allegations that banks manipulate remittance data, launder undeclared funds, or facilitate tax evasion are baseless'
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'Moscow troops capture village in East-Central Ukraine'
Russia claims it took 950 square kms of territory in two months
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At least 27 killed in Gaza City after fresh evacuation orders
Egypt says working on 60-day Gaza ceasefire; US pressure to end Gaza war increases
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Russia conducts cruise missile drills in Sea of Japan
Missile firing zone closed in advance for civilian shipping, air traffic
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India cannot impose its will on Pakistan: Ishaq Dar
DPM strongly criticises India’s use of 'false flag operations' to justify aggression against Pakistan
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All 22 people trapped in Kharadar building collapse rescued
Roof collapse blamed on excessive load from recently installed water tank, said a resident
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Indonesia to ease import restrictions ahead of US tariff deadline
Move comes as Jakarta engages in trade negotiations with Washington
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Two firefighters shot dead in US during wildfire response
Sheriff said shooter had used high-powered sporting rifles to fire rapidly at first responders
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Three go missing from Keenjhar Lake
The relatives searched for them at Keenjhar and Makli Hospital and also informed Keenjhar police
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BYC leader says dialogue only solution to Balochistan's problem
Baloch activists say they believe in writ of the state, seek justice, political inclusion
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Union leader linked to power theft at Dhabeji station
These occupants enjoy 24-hour access to free electricity, water, and gas
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NICVD to get international-standard clinical trials unit
New OPD, emergency ward, pediatric block also in progress
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Labour leaders reject Sindh labour code
NTUF, HBWWF accuse ILO and provincial governments of facilitating anti-worker reforms through backdoor tactics
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Embassy takes custody of Tunisian girl after Lyari man abandons her
The embassy has assumed full responsibility for her repatriation, and her return to Tunisia is expected in coming days
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Citizens flout ban, flock to beaches despite high tides
A man, 22-year-old Saqib Ali, drowned while swimming in the sea near Sands Pit beach on Sunday
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Civic infrastructure caves in to single rain spell
Major thoroughfares fare comparatively better, inner-city streets in a shambles
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Monsoon spell weakens as the city gets 58mm rain
New rain-bearing system may hit Karachi from July 5
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Five killed in rain-related incidents
Three die in structural collapse mishaps, two electrocuted
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Monsoon toll tops 45 as 13 perish in 24 hours
Children among victims as floods, collapses and lightning wreak havoc from Swat to Karachi
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Gas becomes dearer as 50% hike notified
The revised tariff also applies to various institutional and commercial entities
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Zardari names Dogar IHC's senior-most judge
Mohsin Kayani named senior puisne judge
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PM unveils app for self meter reading
Shehbaz says initiative a revolutionary step; Govt backs solar power as cheapest energy source
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Turkey spy chief talks Gaza truce with Hamas leader
Gaza rescuers say Israeli forces kill 23, including children
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Iran wants UN to blame Israel, US for war
Demands payment of compensation and reparations
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38 perish in Tanzania road accident
Six of the injured were still in hospital for treatment
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Ukraine withdraws from anti-landmine treaty
The withdrawal would normally come into effect six months after the notification
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'Uraan Pakistan aims for $1tr economy by 2035'
Planning ministry reaches agreement with China's development research center to enhance economic cooperation
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CSS 2026 exam schedule announced
Applicants qualifying MPT eligible to apply for written CSS examination
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K-P govt rejects reports of Imran seeking Gandapur’s resignation
CM will step down whenever PTI founder desires, says K-P govt, insisting no verified source confirms Imran's statement
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Minor stunt rider Fatima Noor dreams of meeting CM
14-year-old performs across Punjab with father, drawing crowds with unique riding skills
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Food inflation hits Punjab as price-control mechanisms prove ineffective
Consumers pay well above official rates as vegetable and poultry prices remain significantly high across markets
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Pakistan, Iran set $8bn annual trade target in bid to deepen bilateral ties
Ministers urge stronger cross-border ties, agree to fast-track Joint Economic Commission session
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Karachi's Malir gets new football stadium
Local government minister inaugurates two more projects, including community center
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Flash floods killed 299 across Pakistan since June 26: NDMA
Crisis affects multiple regions, joint relief ops ongoing by provincial, federal agencies
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Rawalpindi gears up for emergencies as next monsoon spell nears
All leaves cancelled for rescue personnel, 24-hour emergency control room set up for real-time weather monitoring
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The new trade colonialism
Trump’s new deals revive the 19th century unequal treaty, with profound consequences
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The Incredibly Complicated Hulk
Hulk Hogan leaves behind a complex legacy, reflecting his monumental impact & personal controversies
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From hymn books to hashtags
In Punjab, church music constitutes a space where colonial form intersects with local expression
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When family becomes fatal
Despite legal reform, the deadly tradition of honour killing continues to silence countless women across Pakistan
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The art of the simple hello
In a world where we are increasingly isolated by technology and fast-paced living, a simple greeting can bridge gaps.
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The missed diagnosis
Without reliable diagnostics, even the best treatment plans in Pakistan often start with guesswork.
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Demand grows as cement sales surge 30%
Industry supplies nearly 4m tons to domestic, export markets
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PSX breaks 141k barrier in volatile week
KSE-100 hits all-time high amid renewed US-Pakistan trade optimism
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E-invoicing system labelled 'disastrous' for SMEs
Industrial body says traders lack infrastructure for new digital system
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Azerbaijan to export 1.2 bcm of gas to Syria
Economy minister says transportation route defined through Turkish territory under coordinated arrangement
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Train derailment hits modernisation
Safety lapses and infrastructure delays continue to erode public trust
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Govt opens public feedback on Draft National Housing Policy 2025
The goal is to ensure transparency and wide engagement
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Textile industry slams EFS changes
Cautions amendments to Export Facilitation Scheme will severely impact value-added sector
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Pakistan, Romania explore direct trade route via Black Sea
Envoy proposes Constanta Port access, seeks deeper ties in trade, energy, IT
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ExxonMobil likely to come back for offshore venture
Hopes arise following Pakistan-US deal on oil, gas field development
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11,000 taxpayers sent 'nudging' notices
FBR warns businesses of penalties, account freezes; KCCI slams move
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Sugar import plan raises many eyebrows
Traders and sugar mill owners are both beneficiaries
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Gold soars to Rs359,000 per tola amid international spike
Gold prices surged in both global and local markets, with per tola rate in Pakistan climbing by Rs6,100
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Senate panel gives NHA deadline on N-55 project
Body chairman demands audit of bidding process, financial claims
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Exports rise to $31.75b despite global headwinds
Textiles, non-traditional sectors drive growth; minister issues steps to sustain momentum
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Gas, sugar and footwear drive annual SPI higher
Short-term inflation rises 1.98% YoY despite drop in prices of tomatoes, chicken, wheat
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Israel renews calls for Gaza occupation
Israeli attacks across besieged enclave kill 22 Gazans today
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Far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir visits Al-Aqsa, defying status quo at holy mosque
Ben-Gvir was among another 1,250 who ascended the site and who it said prayed, shouted and danced
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Doctrine of spectacle, optics of defeat
With Operation Sindoor, Modi promised dominance. Instead, it exposed the limits his hard-power theatrics
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Trump wins his deal, Pakistan eyes the future
The tough deal may favour US, but Pakistan can still spin a win out of market access & political clout
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New push to reach plastic pollution pact
Plastic pollution is so ubiquitous that microplastics have been found on the highest mountain peak
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S Africa arrests 1,000 illegal miners
There could be more arrests because there are still illegal miners underground
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India undeterred by Trump threats
Modi govt to maintain Russian oil imports
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US envoy meets Israeli hostage families
Hostages and Missing Families Forum confirmed the meeting was underway
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Dhaka to unveil democratic overhauls
Govt says 'July Proclamation' to be presented to nation
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How PAF shot down Indian jets with J-10
World's largest air battle in decades saw 110 aircraft clash in a one-hour night fight, experts estimate
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DR Congo, Rwanda outline deal: US
A peace agreement reached in June aimed to end decades of conflict in eastern Congo
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Children in besieged Gaza dying at 'an unprecedented rate'
More than 100 people were killed, and hundreds of others were injured
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More clashes and arrests at UK immigration protests
Two groups clashed briefly at the start of the protest before police split them up
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Pakistan pushes for ceasefire to end Ukrainian conflict
Russia and Ukraine must negotiate a ceasefire and a durable peace
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Bangladesh to unveil democratic reforms on coup anniversary
Bangladesh has faced political turmoil since students ousted PM Hasina on August 5, 2024, ending her 15-year rule
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Holder’s last-ball heroics level series as West Indies stun Pakistan
Batting first, Pakistan posted 133/9; West Indies chased target on last ball to seal dramatic two-wicket win
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Jelly Roll makes WWE debut at SummerSlam 2025 with Randy Orton in tag match against Logan Paul
Jelly Roll impressed fans with his WWE debut at SummerSlam 2025, teaming with Randy Orton in a tough loss.
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England fight back but India lead grows
The visitors look to draw the Test series 2-2
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South Africa want promising batsmen to show potential
The Proteas pin high hopes from Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Dewald Brevis
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Son Heung-min to leave Tottenham
The captain would bid farewell this summer after a decade, he is linked to move to MLS
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Piastri dominates Hungarian GP final practice
The Formula One championship leader outsped teammate Norris in 1min 14.916 sec
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Ledecky reigns over McIntosh
The 2024 Olympics gold medallist clocked championship-record 8 min 05.62 sec in 800m freestyle
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Bheda Tigers storm into KPL final
Winners outplay Dhara Dabang by 8 wkts in first semi-final
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Sevastova stuns defending champ Pegula
The world number 386 booked the Canadian Open fourth round encounter with Osaka
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Wasim Jr resumes training
He sustained a side strain injury during HBL PSL season 10
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Babar, others reach Florida for WI ODIs
First ODI between Pakistan and West Indies to be played in Trinidad and Tobago on August 8
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Dubai to host Pakistan-India showdown as Asia Cup 2025 venues announced
ACC President Mohsin Naqvi unveils venues, match timings for eight-team tournament hosted by UAE
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Qin takes 'miracle' second breaststroke gold
The Chinese world record holder surged to the wall in 2 min and 07.41 sec
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Newcastle reject Liverpool bid for Isak: reports
The 25-year-old has been linked with Liverpool since the end of last season
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Ireland unveil T20I squad for Pakistan series
They are targeting the Women's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier