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Capital cracks down on 'agent mafia'
Move aims to encourage citizens to handle official matters directly with excise dept
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ILF wraps up with Sufi magic
Brings together over 100 literary, cultural figures for three days of inspiring sessions
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Dengue cases rise despite temperature dip
Health authority urges new precautions amid spike in cases
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Punjab Pavilion wows visitors at Lok Mela
Festival celebrates province's heritage through captivating blend of art & music
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FGEHA to auction commercial plots
Plots, apartments in front of G-13 Markaz will also be auctioned
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Forum discusses solutions to educational challenges
Introduces new education policy, vocational programme
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Smog control measures fall short
AQI in Rawalpindi and Islamabad reaches 246 and 230 respectively, endangering citizens' health
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Harry Styles lookalike contest draws fans to Soho Square in London
London fans joined a Harry Styles lookalike contest, celebrating the “London legend” with style, fun, and prizes.
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Top Saudi, Iranian generals hold rare talks in Tehran, reports IRNA
Fayyad al-Ruwaili, chief of staff of the Saudi armed forces, met his Iranian counterpart in Iran
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Man killed for refusing friendship
Ahmad Zia was brutally murdered and his body discarded as a punishment for refusing friendship with another Afghan man
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Saif slams Maryam's private jet flight
Questions state of Punjab's hospitals if she has to fly for treatment
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Federal minister exposes PTI's 'poor K-P performance'
Amir Muqam, who belongs to PML-N, urges using PA to empower masses
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Detained addicts suffering from HIV, HCV
As many as 44 test positive for such diseases
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Police under political thumb after amendment
Officials warn changes to Police Act can compromise impartiality and effectiveness
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Opportunities of research and innovation in higher education
Pakistan's universities must lead innovation by fostering research, industry ties, and global partnerships.
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India's growing Sikh problem
Modi's 'Hindutva' policies spark Sikh separatism, leading to Trudeau's bombshell on Nijjar's killing.
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Digital sabbath is needed for self-discovery
Technology's rise threatens self-discovery, pushing man into hyper-individualism and digital distraction.
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Sex offenders register
Pakistan's National Sex Offenders Register is a vital step in fighting sexual violence, needing strong safeguards.
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Circular debt crisis
Circular debt to exceed Rs2.4 trillion by 2025, highlighting inefficiencies and failure in Pakistan's power sector.
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Shifting climate priorities
US absence at COP29 signals retreat from climate action, jeopardizing global emission-cutting goals.
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Trump 2.0
Trump’s surprise landslide victory reshapes US policy, with bold moves on tariffs, Ukraine, and Israel.
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Netanyahu confirms Israel's role in pager explosions targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon
Exploding pagers and devices killed nearly 40 people and wounded nearly 3,000 in many parts of Lebanon
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At least 10 killed in clash between Indian police, Kuki forces in Manipur
Violence continues, escalating conflict between Hindu Meitei majority and Christian Kuki community since May 2023
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Long-distance ails Saheefa Jabbar
Being away from husband fuels actor's depression
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Are you seeing double?
Male celebrity lookalike contests are the new trend
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Smog pushes showbiz to talk
Actors vent on IG as Lahore's air pollution peaks
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Trump victory surges sales of dystopian novels
Readers flock to books on democracy and feminism
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From Olympic dives to purls and knits
Tom Daley showcases crafty second act in Tokyo
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How one morning changed Naeema Butt's life
Actor reveals she almost became a doctor
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The chick-flick formula
Why the love for women-led stories never retires
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Pakistan could approach international court over Indian refusal to play Champions Trophy in country
Officials refrained from commenting on matter, but Islamabad considering strong measures if India's boycott proceeds
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Pakistan's climate crisis: Rising urgency, dwindling action
Some 92% of respondents in Pakistan say climate change is a serious problem according to an ADB report
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K-P police under political thumb after amendment
Officials warn changes to Police Act can compromise impartiality and effectiveness
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'Why aren't petrol, power prices reducing?': JI chief calls out PM's inflation control claims
Hafiz Naeem criticises the govt's winter electricity package, accusing it of misleading the public
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Five Iranian security forces killed in 'terror attack' in southeast, reports say
Iranian forces launched a major operation in the area after an attack on October 26 killed 10 police officers.
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Security forces killed 10 terrorists in North Waziristan operations: ISPR
ISPR noted militants were involved in various attacks on security forces, civilian killings
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Seven dead in Israeli strike on Hezbollah apartment in Damascus, says war monitor
On Saturday, four pro-Iran fighters were among five people killed in Israeli strikes in north and northwest Syria
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Over 100 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested in Amsterdam
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in the capital's Dam Square, chanting "Free Palestine"
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PM Shehbaz reaffirms commitment to eradicate terrorism from Pakistan
Premier expresses his pride in bravery of security forces, highlighting their role in combatting terrorism
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US orders Taiwan Semiconductor to stop advanced chip shipments to China
Restriction imposed on TSMC on the export of advanced 7nm+ chips bound for China used for AI projects
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Interior minister pledges enhanced security in Balochistan after Quetta terror attack
Naqvi outlines plans to strengthen province's law enforcement agencies with targeted training, development
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Train services in Quetta suspended for four days amid security situation
This move follows the recent renewal of the agreement between Pakistan and India regarding the Kartarpur Corridor
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DPM Dar calls for accountability of Israel's war crimes in Gaza
Ishaq Dar urges for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza
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Bitcoin breaks $80,000 milestone as traders speculate on Trump’s White House run
Bitcoin reached $75,000 on Wednesday, topping its previous all-time peak of $73,797.98 achieved in March
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Scientists discover memory functions in body cells beyond the brain
Study shows even cells from kidney tissue could turn into memory gene just like brain cells
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Punjab to test artificial rain in Rawalpindi to combat worsening smog
The move comes as Punjab’s major cities, including Lahore, grapple with extreme air pollution
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Pakistan to boycott all matches with India if BCCI refuses to send team for Champions Trophy
Sources indicate Pakistan will not compromise on its stance, intends to urge ICC to hold Champions Trophy in Pakistan
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US halts delivery of 130 bulldozers to Israel over home demolitions in Gaza
US suspends delivery of 130 D9 bulldozers over their use in demolishing homes in Gaza, according to Israeli media
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Lahore cracks down on polluting vehicles amid worsening smog
Raids at bus terminals led to dozens of fines issued to vehicles found emitting excessive smoke
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Ireland to back South Africa’s ICJ case against Israel, says foreign minister
Irish lawmakers recently passed a motion condemning Israel's actions in Gaza, characterizing them as “genocide”
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Muhammad Asif falls short in World Games snooker semi-final
Asif’s World Games gold hopes were dashed by Zhao Guodong in the semi-finals, but he now aims for bronze
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PM announces 100,000 free laptops for students
Laptops to be distributed on merit across provinces
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Sindh pushes male vasectomy to 'defuse population bomb'
Population Welfare Depart to conduct door-to-door surveys in all 1,600 union councils
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Public hospitals face bed, staff crisis
With no space or medics available at healthcare facilities, patients forced to wait in corridors and sleep on footpath
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Six held in dumpers' torching case
Police said CCTV footage of the incident has been secured and further evidence is being collected
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SHC issues contempt notices to FBR officials in Nomi Ansari case
Ansari moved the court after his name was placed on the Passport Control List
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Unrest brewing among Karachiites: JI
Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has demanded the authorities to address the burning issues of Karachi
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Police release names of 80 most-wanted criminals
Police officials have alerted all checkpoints across the province
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Workers' body alleges corruption in SESSI and WWBS
Full investigation into WWBS expenditures and reconstitution of its board demanded
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US CG plays taekwondo with Jamshoro students
Friendly cricket match between the Consul General and the students
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Two bikers die in road crashes
traffic accidents in North Karachi and Sharae Faisal on Tuesday morning.
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Couple's remand extended in elderly woman's murder
60-year-old murdered her deceased's gold earrings stolen
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Imran undergoes medical check-up
Staff from the Adiala Jail Hospital also accompanied the visiting doctors
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Three more 'terrorists' killed in Zhob mop-up
Total has now risen to at least 50
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Minorities' role in shaping Pakistan lauded in Senate
Resolution highlighted that Pakistan is a signatory to international covenants
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Trade deficit widens 44% in July
Iqbal calls it 'temporary dip', says raw material imports will drive up exports
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Sindh unveils SEPRA plan for cheaper power
Provincial authority to set independent tariffs
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Bourse enters consolidation phase
Index inches up 75 points as banking sector gains offset fall in fertiliser, energy stocks
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OPEC lifts 2026 oil demand view
Cuts 2026 non-OPEC+ supply growth forecast by 100,000 bpd
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Pak-China conference to target $1.2b momentum
Conference aims to expand trade, investment ties
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Sesame project targets 5,000-tonne exports
Joint venture introduces high-yield varieties, boosts farmer income, and eyes 50,000-acre expansion in Punjab
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Auto sales plunge 49% post-budget
June's buying spree ahead of tax hikes weighs on volumes despite 28% YoY rise
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Penalties on rice exporters waived
Delegation complained about unavailability of Export Refinance Facility (ERF) from various banks
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NTC seeks zero duty on iron, steel raw material
On finished products like re-bars and wire rods, it recommends 11-20% tariffs
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OICCI proposes more climate finance, business role
Experts say Pakistan faces $40-50b annual funding gap
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Gold drops as traders eye US inflation data
Yellow metal slips for 2nd day; rupee extends gains to 282.42/$
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Gold prices fall for second consecutive day
International bullion rate fell by $5
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FPCCI for withdrawal of retrospective bills
Business leaders warn move threatens SMEs, exports, and national economy
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Pak-US deal optimism drives PSX to peak
Index surges 1,547 points, drawing support from better earnings, high remittances
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KATI, ombudsman form joint committee
Property tax disputes, corruption claims, and policy issues to be addressed through fast-track complaint mechanism
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Russian forces pierce Ukraine lines
Situation seen as quite chaotic along front lines
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US, China extend tariff truce, calming tensions
Truce offers a reprieve for global markets and businesses
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Iran open to direct nuclear talks with US if conditions met
Talks halted after Israeli, US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites; both accuse Iran of seeking nukes, which Tehran denies
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Ukraine targets drone facility in Russia’s Tatarstan
Talks halted after Israeli, US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites; both accuse Iran of seeking nukes, which Tehran denies
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Power restored across Iraq after nationwide outage
Iraq's power outage was caused by record heat and high demand, triggering transmission line failures, officials said
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Gaza civil defence carries out 45 operations in a day
Al Jazeera reports Gaza teams aided crash-injured officer, evacuated wounded civilians, and helped gunshot victims
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China uses 5G, AI ‘robot antelope’ for wildlife monitoring
Lifelike robot scans Hoh Xil plateau in Beijing’s expanding monitoring network
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Land swapping to dominate Alaska summit
Trump says both sides in Ukraine war will need to cede territory
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India vote fraud sparks protests
Police briefly detain Rahul, other lawmakers
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Muhammad Asif falls short in World Games snooker semi-final
Asif’s World Games gold hopes were dashed by Zhao Guodong in the semi-finals, but he now aims for bronze
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Liverpool spend big to hold off Arsenal
The Reds have already spent £260 million on Wirtz, Ekitike, Kerkez and Frimpong
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Gavaskar questions Tendulkar, Anderson snub
He says both legends should have been invited for Test finale
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Prendergast seals top spot in ICC rankings
She was rewarded for some strong performances against Pakistan
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Brevis stars as SA level T20 series
The right-hander smashes 125 not out off just 56 balls
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Grealish to join Everton on loan
He fell out of favour with City boss Pep Guardiola
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Sabalenka survives massive Cincinnati struggle
She holds off an inspired Raducanu 7-6 (7/3), 4-6, 7-6 (7/5)
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Lloyd concerned over WTC tier plan
He stresses the need to address the ICC's revenue distribution model
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Pak set to compete at Kazakhstan Open
The taekwondo team will be in action on August 14
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Raja slams standard of WI pitches
He says pitches, particularly in Trinidad, fail to meet international standards
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West Indies clinch first ODI series win over Pakistan since 1991
Jayden Seales' six-wicket haul leads West Indies to 202-run victory in final ODI
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Shubman Gill emerges as front-runner for India ODI captaincy
A formal decision by BCCI is expected after clarity on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s ODI futures
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Manchester City target Real Madrid’s Rodrygo
The deal, which is expected to cost around $109 million, will depend on Rodrygo's willingness to leave Madrid
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UFC moves to Paramount+ in $7.7 billion deal
The deal will begin from January 2026 and will feature all UFC events
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All-round WI level ODI series
They chase a 181-run target with five wickets to spare