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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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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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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 Shehbaz
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 provides 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 anti-digital, pro-realty sector budget
Aurangzeb dismisses rumours regarding mini-budget and clarified that 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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COAS spends Eid day at the frontline
Says celebrating away from family serves superior national purpose
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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