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In praise of elections
Democracies usually welcome candid foreign input with open arms
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Of the poor, middle-class and the aristocrats
It is no surprise that every born child is bestowed with a debt of Rs250,000
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Pak-Iran security prism
This understanding is in need of being graduated into a formal policy
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Israel’s continued savagery
On 10 April, the family of Hamas chief, Ismail Haniyeh, was killed while truce talks were in progress in Cairo
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Galloping PSX index
Optimism over investment from Saudi Arabia has mainly to do with the index hitting a record high
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Experts for fighting misinformation
Call for collaboration to safeguard businesses, tackle false information online
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Global investors pull back amid inflation concerns
Equity funds saw outflow of $2.9b during weekended April 10
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Chinese official warns EU on greentech probe
Says probes threaten domestic solar panel, wind turbine and electric vehicle industries
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Oil rebounds over Middle East tensions
Iran’s retaliation concern pushes oil prices to near six-month high
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PSX above 70k on Saudi investment promise
KSE-100 index surges 1,898 points, or 2.77% WoW, settles at 70,314.72
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CHINT Power signs deals with PV firms
Under contracts, Pakistani partners will distribute 200MW of inverters
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Oil, gas firms await incentives for output boost
Have potential to raise production from existing fields by embracing modern technology
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IT industry seeks duty-free status
Demands policy intervention to reverse decline in IT exports
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‘ADO validates correct economic policies’
Cheema says global FIs have confirmed inflation is decreasing
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Zoo draws throngs of tourists
Influx of visitors during Eid was a testament to the zoo’s popularity
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Cabinet, corps commander discuss security challenges
Minister clarifies cooperation with army could not be ignored
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18 drown in K-P boat capsize incidents
Six lives lost in Charsadda River: Eid festivities marred as safety warnings ignored
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Strict measures in place against one-wheeling, unauthorised parking
Traffic police make special arrangements to maintain peace and uninterrupted flow of traffic during Eid holidays
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Car riders shoot dead biker in DHA
A man was killed and another injured simply over an argument at a traffic signal in DHA Phase V
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Citizen kills injured robber in Karachi
Video clip refutes police claim on fatal shooting of mugger by his accomplice
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Karachi likely to get heavy showers on Sunday
PMD weather forecast says drizzle expected at outskirts on Saturday
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Anti-Corruption Establishment unearths over Rs10m fraud in education dept
Fraudsters in connivance of employees issue fake appointment letters to make money
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Karachi’s green belts turned into commercial areas
Tea stalls, toy shops set up at the partition between opposite way roads obstruct traffic, destroy plantations
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Senate to get more powers
Senate informs IPU it will have a say in ministerial appointments
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Lightning strikes kill four in Balochistan
Heavy rain pummels the province; PMD says more rain on the way
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Students' registration for bike scheme begins
Monthly instalment for female applicants set at Rs7,325
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Two killed in exchange of fire over land dispute
Four others sustained serious injuries during exchange of fire in Risaldar
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Taxation officer, sons accused of double murder
Police claim Makhdoom group allegedly orchestrated attack
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Man slays wife, 7 children in DG Khan
Youngest victim was three-month-old baby girl
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Three-day remand extended in minor’s sexual abuse case
Extension comes after the police requested additional time to conduct further tests on the accused
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Eid joy amid inflation woes
Both shoppers, traders appear upset about the effects of inflation
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Eid cards quietly fade into memory
Demise of once cherished tradition is attributed to the rise of social media
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Eid prayers offered under strict security
Over 3,500 Eid prayer gatherings held across Rawalpindi district
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Fire engulfs Rawalpindi shanties on Eid
Firefighters successfully brought the fire under control after an hour of intense efforts, saving numerous homes
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Visitors throng entertainment venues
Over 1m people turn up at recreational places in and around twin cities
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Technology redefines traditional celebrations
Customary greetings fade in memory as new innovations make strides
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Kids return to cheap antique swings
Operators of electric swings jack up ticket prices by 500 times
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Ojhri Camp tragedy still haunts residents
Despite inquiries, questions remain unanswered about explosion of missiles
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El Niño-induced weather to grip country in April
NDMA predicts rain, dust-storm, thunderstorm, hailstorm for upcountry areas
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PTI gears up for protest blitz against rigging
Omar Ayub says countrywide protests would be kicked off from Balochistan
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Iranian threat to Israel 'very credible,' US says ahead of expected attack
'We still deem the potential threat by Iran here to be real,' says National Security Council spokesperson
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Russia launches first space rocket developed since dissolution of Soviet Union
Angara-A5 is designed to deliver into Earth orbit satellites, manned spacecraft, and other loads
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Joint inquiry launched into Bahawalnagar incident, says ISPR
Military laments certain elements exploited the situation to propagate divisive narratives on social media
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UK adds seven new countries to travel advisory 'black list'
No change in Pakistan’s travel advisory status which was last updated on January 24
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Osaka helps Japan take control in BJK Cup tie
Four-time major champion beat Yulia Putintseva 6-2, 7-6 (7/5) to give her side an early 2-0 lead over Kazakhstan
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Under fire Haaland can get better: Guardiola
23-year-old failed to score for third time against Real Madrid over the past two seasons
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Medvedev dumped out of Monte Carlo Masters
Khachanov, Sinner, and Djokovic advance to quarter-finals
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US dismisses claims of Iranian support for ISIS in Pakistan
State Dept spokesperson admits rise in anti-Muslim sentiments after Gaza War
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Biden says US commitments to defend Philippines, Japan 'ironclad' as tensions with China rise
US President's reassurances came as he hosted Philippine President Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida
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Liverpool humbled by Atalanta, Roma edge Milan
Leverkusen secured a 2-0 home win over West Ham United
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Pakistan get 8 gold medals at Hero Taekwondo Open
The Pakistani players from different academies managed to get 11 medals in Malaysia
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Feeding the armies of the Raj
Beyond the drills & discipline lay a massive, little-known operation to keep the troops fed
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Punjab wildlife department lodges over 125 FIRs against illegal hunting
Almost 300 wild birds rescued from poachers, released back into natural habitats
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Journalist Khawar Hussain found shot dead in Sanghar
Eyewitnesses say no commotion was seen near deceased journalist's car, investigation underway
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The rot in the Ravi
Immortalised in poetry for its splendour, the river now runs foul with sewage
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Game on… everywhere but home
From Ash’s Tekken mastery to 4Thrives’ EWC debut, Pakistan shines at esports abroad but struggles with support at home
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Antibiotic resistance: a plague of our own making
Despite mounting warnings, antibiotics in Pakistan are dispensed like everyday painkillers
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Buner worst hit as K-P floods leave 314 dead, 156 injured: PDMA
159 houses damaged, 157 cattle perished in floods
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Rescuers race against time as K-P flood death toll tops 340
Six districts declared disaster-hit; 2,000 personnel to pull bodies from wreckage
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SC transport policy defines vehicle, security entitlements for judges
New policy applies to incumbent, retired judges
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Prophecy, politics & the poetic imagination
Humans crave order & meaning in face of chaos. Waiting for a saviour turns hope into a tool of control
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Missiles and memes
From dark humour to outrage, social media turned the conflicts of 2025 into viral theatre
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Degrees in dysfunction
Higher education in Pakistan still suffers from structural challenges that limit its competitiveness & impact
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Scrolling through polarisation
Gone are the days when politics was confined to fiery debates & ballot boxes. Today, the battleground is virtual
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A terror tag and a diplomatic turn
US terror listing of BLA & Majeed Brigade marks a major win for Pakistan with regional ripples
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New Chinese EV maker enters Pakistan
Letin will set up plant in Punjab; competition among automakers intensifies
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PRAL CEO declines extension
Decision deepens uncertainty for employees as PM pushes digital overhaul
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Public-private tie-up vital for digital economy
Businessmen seek policies that support digital infrastructure, promote reliable payment gateways
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Iqbal urges joint push for $100b exports
Declares 'export emergency,' saying 4th 'Uraan Pakistan' hinges on external trade, identifies eight sectors
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PSX scales new peak despite profit-taking
KSE-100 index closes up 0.8% at 146,492 as Moody's upgrade lifts sentiment
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Oil markets bearish after Alaska summit
Prices will likely see only small dip in near term
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ECC for phasing out govt guarantee for Skill Bond
Bond designed to attract private capital for vocational education and training
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Canadian govt moves to end Air Canada strike
Asks labour board to order binding arbitration, union seeks parity on wages with Air Transat
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Industrial activity shrinks 3.67% in June
LSM contracts 0.74% in FY25 on cement, steel, machinery but QIM grows 4.14% YoY
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Gold prices continue downward trend
Price of 10 grams of gold fell by Rs771
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Pakistan, US vow to boost trade, investment
Finance minister says economy is improving; Moody's upgrade signals reform success
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PSX ends flat below 146.5k on profit-taking
Index slips 38 points amid SOE concerns, IMF review uncertainty
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US-India trade talks scheduled for August delayed
Visit by US trade negotiators to New Delhi canceled, dashing hopes of some relief before August 27 deadline
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Hamas condemns Israel’s Gaza relocation plan as ‘new wave of genocide’
The 21-month war has killed over 61,776 Palestinians and injured 154,906, mostly women and children, officials say
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Putin’s offer for Ukraine war peace deal takes shape
Trump briefed Zelenskiy, European leaders on his summit discussions early on Saturday
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US 'proposed NATO-style joint defence guarantees for Kyiv'
Britain and France are prepared to deploy troops to Ukraine
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Netanyahu has become a 'problem', says Danish PM
political pressure, sanctions to be considered
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Wang Yi to visit India for border talks
Foreign minister's trip comes amid easing tensions between Asian giants
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West Virginia to deploy National Guard troops to DC
Show of commitment to public safety and regional cooperation
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Libyans vote in local elections
Elections were initially scheduled in 63 municipalities
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39 killed in Gaza as Israel expands offensive
61,000 Palestinians killed since October
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Trump changes tack on Ukraine after Putin meet
US president shifts ceasefire position after Alaska summit
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Shelling of El-Fasher by Sudanese paramilitaries kills 17, injures 25
El-Fasher has been besieged by Sudan’s RSF since May 2024 amid its war with the army that began in April 2023
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Canadian government moves to end Air Canada strike, seeks binding arbitration
CUPE says over 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants are on strike, the first since 1985
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Trump told Zelenskiy after summit that Putin wants more of Ukraine, source says
Zelenskiy rejected Putin’s demand; Russia holds a fifth of Ukraine, including most of Donetsk since 2014
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First Atlantic hurricane of 2025 poised for Category 5 strength
Erin is 235 miles ENE of San Juan, Puerto Rico, with sustained winds of 155 mph (250 kph)
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At least 11 dead, over 100 injured in factory blast in Russia
Governor says fire inside workshop led to explosion
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Babar, Rizwan left out as PCB names squad for Asia Cup, tri-series
Salman Agha to lead 17-man squad, which also excludes fast bowlers Naseem Shah and Abbas Afridi
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Pakistan get 8 gold medals at Hero Taekwondo Open
The Pakistani players from different academies managed to get 11 medals in Malaysia
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Sports Roundup: From Baleba to Bethell
Today’s big sports headlines at a glance
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Chimaev defeats Du Plessis to win UFC title
The Chechen also landed record strikes in the anticipated bout
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Game on… everywhere but home
From Ash’s Tekken mastery to 4Thrives’ EWC debut, Pakistan shines at esports abroad but struggles with support at home
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FIFA's Players' Voice Panel to aid Semenyo
The Bournemouth striker was racially abused during the Premier League clash with Liverpool
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Fabio matches Shilton for most competitive appearances
Fluminense goalkeeper played his 1,390th match in a 2-1 win over Fortaleza
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Guardiola says one win does not signal that "City are back"
Coach makes claim as new signings score in Wolves rout
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Pogba watches as Monaco start Ligue 1 season with a win
Georges Mikautadze scored the only goal as Lyon won 1-0 in northern France
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Bayern beat Stuttgart in German Super Cup
Goals from Harry Kane and Luis Díaz sealed the Bavarians first title of the season
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Spurs get Frank off to flier as Haaland sparks revamped Man City
Tottenham manager made a winning home debut with 3-0 victory over Burnley
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Alcaraz to face Sinner in Cincinnati ATP final
Spanish second seed will play against world number one for the fourth time this season
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Reserve Messi scores in Miami win while Son gets first MLS win
The 38-year-old Argentine striker was back on field after suffering from a minor muscle injury
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Japan's Iwai grabs lead at LPGA Portland Classic
The 23-year-old rookie carded seven birdies and an eagle to move two shots clear after three rounds
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Rehan aims to cement all-rounder role
He wants to give 100 percent if selected for Ashes