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PIA sale deal set for April financial close
Committee told 75% shares sold while liabilities shifted to holding company
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ME conflict may reduce remittances by $3-4b
PIDE report warns 500,000 Pakistani workers may not be able to go to Gulf countries
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RDA expanded to foreign investors
Over 900,000 Roshan Digital Accounts opened with $12b inflows as government widens investment base
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Current account slips into $700m deficit
External pressures resurface in 8MFY26 as import growth piles pressure on BoP
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KWSC flags hydrant gaps before Gul Plaza blaze
Water Corporation cooperates with the Fire Brigade in emergencies and provides six hours of daily water supply
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Whistle-blower's arrest unravels BISE Mirpurkhas corruption web
Assistant programmer's confession leads to superintendent's arrest
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City stays awake in search of the night of power
Tens of thousands offer special prayers, hold Quran recitations on 27th night of Ramazan
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A shot in the arm for Civil Hospital
Rs100b expansion plan to add 500 beds, build twin towers while preserving 120-year-old heritage
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Deadlock persists over school holidays
Govt proposes 76 summer and 17 winter vacation days
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Shopping picks up pace as salaries released
Markets fill with families as employees begin Eidul Fitr purchases
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IHC allows recruitment under quota system
Orders hiring in Islamabad police, other institutions
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Capital plans modern slaughterhouse, meat market
Three-year project aims to ensure hygienic meat supply, improve livestock sector
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Six booked after youth's mysterious death
Complainant alleges his son was given poisonous substances, leading to his death
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SHO sacked for torturing ex-cop
Multan RPO's lenient punishment overruled
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Man hacks wife, five children to death
Suspect arrested in injured condition after alleged suicide attempt
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'Form 47 model' will not work in bar polls'
LHCBA leadership accuses opponents of creating controversy to scrap biometric voting
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Online Eid shopping proves risky
Experts urge stronger enforcement of consumer protection laws as fraud complaints rise
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Seven women killed in RYK roof collapse
Dozens injured as weak building structure gives way at BISP payment point
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May 9 case against CM presents legal dilemma
Assembly's special committee meets to review the case progress, finalises future strategy of K-P govt
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Universities in K-P: from crisis to collapse?
Higher education appears trapped in a recurring cycle of deficit, agitation, bailout, renewed crisis
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Pakistan's economic paradox
The architecture appears capitalist, but the operating culture is relational
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The harm-heal line
Led by General Shiro Ishii, Unit 731 tested biological weapons on the Chinese population
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Normalising abuse
Stories of abused or murdered children briefly trend on social media before disappearing from public attention
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Unlawful surveillance
Supreme Court ruling declares unauthorised recordings, either for extortion or evidence-gathering, as unlawful
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War next door, dilemma in Islamabad
If the war drags on, chances increase that Pakistan may eventually be forced to pick sides
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Jemima directly appeals PM Shehbaz to allow sons to meet Imran Khan in jail
Says sons applied for visas in January, consulate stated 7–10 day processing time, but 60 days have now passed
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Action ordered against animal cruelty in Peshawar markets
Commissioner orders immediate inspections and enforcement under new Animal Welfare Act
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Centre, Balochistan agree to deploy Federal Constabulary for lasting peace
Initially two wings of FC, with around 3000 personnel to be deployed in the province for law and order
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Saudi source rubbishes NYT report of encouraging prolonged US war with Iran
Says the report is false
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PM Shehbaz orders early salary payment for federal employees before Eid
PMO says relevant departments have received the prime minister's directives and have started the process
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UAE crude output falls by more than half as Hormuz closure forces shut-ins
Oil giant ADNOC halted oil loading at Fujairah port after a drone attack; Sunday ops resumed
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PMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms across Pakistan ahead of Eid holidays
Warns that people living in hilly areas of K-P, G-B and Azad Kashmir should remain cautious due to risk of landslides
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Hamas holds talks with Trump-led board as Iran war strains Gaza plan
Further meetings are expected this week
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US allies rebuff Trump's request for support in Strait of Hormuz
Trump urged nations to police Hormuz after Iran used drones, missiles and mines to block the strait
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FM Dar stresses need to promote peace, stability in region in meeting with US envoy
The two sides discuss the broader regional situation and issues of mutual interest
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PM Shehbaz says govt prepared to face any situation amid global tensions
Says economic stability, provision of relief to the public remain the government's top priorities
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Tehran asks for return of seized tankers as India seeks Hormuz safe passage: sources
Tehran has also sought supplies of certain medicines and medical equipment
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Here is how you can get HBL PSL 11 tickets
11th edition to host 44 matches at eight venues
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UK's Starmer resists being drawn into wider Iran war, offers help on strait
Rejects suggestions that relations with Washington have been damaged by his handling of the conflict
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Explosive-laden rickshaw used in Bannu suicide attack
Investigators recover vehicle parts; over 1,000kg of explosives obliterated police checkpoint
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NDMA raises red flag over powerful storm system expected across multiple regions
Says current weather matches NEOC's climate assessment issued months earlier
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PM Shehbaz lauds armed forces for 'historic response' to India on first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Says our forces' response forced India to seek ceasefire within hours of the skirmish
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CDF Munir warns against any future misadventure, says response would be ‘far-reaching and painful’
Pakistan’s defence is 'completely impregnable' against external aggression, COAS assures on Marka-e-Haq's anniversary
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PM Shehbaz congratulates women’s team on 3-0 Zimbabwe sweep
Says women’s team performance reflects hard work, discipline, and talent
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'The march will continue': Aurat March defies restrictions at Karachi's Sea View rally
Participants turn event into protest against marital rape, domestic violence, and the wider structures of patriarchy
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Minority funds allocation sparks new debate
Around Rs2 billion were allocated in Punjab’s development budget for restoration of 17 gurdwaras
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PTCL warns of internet disruption during evenings from May 11-18
Company says maintenance activity is planned on one of its submarine cables to repair fault
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PM Shehbaz, Qatari counterpart discuss regional situation, reaffirm support for peace efforts
Qatar expresses support for Pakistan's mediation efforts aimed at ending US-Iran crisis through peaceful means
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President, PM pay tribute to armed forces on Marka-e-Haq's first anniversary
Says people in uniform and without stood united, showing courage, resilience, national resolve
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Top Gun, inverted
What satellite images, damaged bases & mysterious strike revealed about the fragility of US military order in the Gulf
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India's Rafale dream shattered in combat
India's Rafale dream shattered in combat
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Three ‘Cs’ & a ceasefire: how Pakistan won Trump over
The May Pak-India conflict forced US to rethink: Islamabad is once again a pivotal player in its regional strategy
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The inner world of Meena Kumari
Behind cinematic mask, Meena Kumari emerges as a haunted poet; Tanha Chand traces solitude, longing, and resilience
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Pakistan, Bangladesh agree to boost trade, business, cultural ties
Naqvi meets Bangladesh's state minister for foreign affairs as both sides agree to boost ties
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KSE-100 Index falls 609 points amid selling pressure, geopolitical uncertainty
Index settles at 170,506 as cement, banks and oil stocks lead selloff
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Leaking fountainhead, dry pond
An honest picture of one of Pakistan's deepest puzzles: why our banks, awash with deposits, struggle to lend to firms
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Pakistan dangerously dependent on imported oil
Gulf crisis is not just another external shock, it is a warning that our economic model is unsustainable
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$32b deficit reflects policy failure
Energy procurement blunder, missed export opportunities worsen imbalance
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Economic gains derailed by ME war
Austerity, EV buses and widening tax base are now critical, not optional
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From corridors to competitiveness: can CPEC deliver Phase II?
SEZs become critical, yet despite years of policy focus, most of these zones have not reached meaningful operational s
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Aramco CEO warns 1 billion barrels lost will slow oil market recovery
Saudi energy giant posts 25% jump in quarterly profit even as Hormuz blockade chokes global oil supplies
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Govt mulls incentives for priority sectors
Various proposals relating to fiscal support, trade facilitation and sector-specific incentives were reviewed
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PSX jumps 5% on US-Iran peace hopes
KSE-100 index gains 8,122 points despite widening of trade deficit to $32b
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Dairy sector pushes for export growth
Seeks stronger financing support in meeting with commerce minister
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Chinese and Pakistani businessmen sign MoUs
FPCCI cites 10-year tax break in SEZs, Punjab's 'food basket' status to woo investors
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AI job fears vary across regions
Only 13% in Pakistan worried about AI replacing their work, survey finds
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PPL brings Faiz X-1 well on stream after decade
Production was ramped up in stages since its commissioning on February 25, 2026
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Govt plans 20,000 AI training programmes
MoITT aims to upskill millions; infrastructure, quality concerns loom
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Chinese investors eye Pakistan's EV sector
Express interest in assembly, battery manufacturing as govt finalises EV Battery Policy
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Israeli bill seeks to scrap Oslo Accords, block Palestinian state
Far-right lawmaker says proposal aims to cancel 1993 agreement, expand settlements in West Bank
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Top Gun, inverted
What satellite images, damaged bases & mysterious strike revealed about the fragility of US military order in the Gulf
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Three ‘Cs’ & a ceasefire: how Pakistan won Trump over
The May Pak-India conflict forced US to rethink: Islamabad is once again a pivotal player in its regional strategy
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IRGC warns US of retaliation over further attacks on Iranian vessels
Iran's missiles are 'locked on American targets' as ceasefire frays around the Strait of Hormuz
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US, Iran no closer to ending war
Strait of Hormuz calm after days of sporadic attacks
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Iran can endure US blockade for months without major economic crisis: report
Iran’s oil output is falling under blockade pressure, and storage may run out within two months
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Fact Check: Hantavirus infection is not a confirmed side effect of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine
Rumours emerge after viral Facebook post falsely claims Pfizer Covid jab causes hantavirus pulmonary infection
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How China's evolving consumer habits may protect the Amazon rainforest
Amazon rainforest loses vast acreage yearly, with 90% cleared land converted to cattle pasture
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Gaza flotilla activists to be released from Israel detention and deported
Human rights group Adalah says it will monitor to ensure the release goes ahead
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Experts race to write guidance to contain first ship-borne hantavirus outbreak
First cruise-ship hantavirus outbreak kills three, infects eight; new safety protocols needed fast.
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US, Iran no closer to ending war as Gulf clashes flare
Trump threatens ‘Project Freedom Plus’ if Iran deal fails
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'No home left' for Gazans stranded in West Bank since Oct 7
UN says 81% of Gaza structures were destroyed in war, devastating its economy as well since 2023
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Bahrain says arrested 41 members of Iran-linked group
Legal procedures against the detainees ongoing, while search and investigation operations underway
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EU lawmaker urges probe into Iran school attack, cites possible war crime
Criticises European institutions, leaders as 'weak' for failing to examine attack
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Europe without Turkiye 'incomplete, vulnerable in managing crises': Erdogan
Says global crises require inclusive EU, stressing Turkiye remains 'indispensable' partner for Europe's future
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‘Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash’
The duo was involved in a physical clash during training
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Awais shines as Pakistan fight back against Bangladesh
The young opener struck an unbeaten 85 as the visitors reached 179-1 at stumps
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Lens secure Champions League spot and send Nantes down
Mesloub gave Lens a 1-0 win over Nantes
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Wembanyama powers Spurs past T-Wolves
They secured a 115-108 win to take 2-1 lead in NBA playoffs
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Crusaders hail Fainga'anuku's switch
It was a third successive start in the pack
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Im leads Fleetwood by one at Quail Hollow
He fired a two-under par 69 to seize a one-stroke lead
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Mexico to cut school year short
Authority says the year would end over a month early
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Djokovic falls to early Italian Open exit
He slumped to an early elimination against Dino Prizmic
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‘Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash’
The duo was involved in a physical clash during training
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Iran says will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditions
The tournament will take place between June 11 and July 19
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Swiatek battles into Italian Open third round
She defeated Caty McNally 6-1, 6-7 (5/7), 6-3
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Zamalek eye record CAF Cup prize
USM host the first match on Saturday in front of a 50,000 crowd
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South Koreans gear up to roar on football team from rival North
It will be the first time that a N Korean sports team has played in the South since 2018
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ITF upholds Belarus suspension
Tennis's body said its stance remained unchanged despite IOC decision
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Shanto ton put Bangladesh in command
The hosts reached 301-4 at stumps on day 1






































































































