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Local govt to strengthen projects' monitoring
This was announced by Local Government Secretary Mian Shakeel Ahmed during a visit to Murree.
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Type 1 diabetes cases rising in kids
Dr Shahid highlighted the critical importance of early diagnosis.
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Units cleared for highway expansion
The anti-encroachment operation was jointly conducted by the NHA and Islamabad's district administration.
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Historic cinema demolished
Operation follows expiration of lease, end of a court-issued stay order
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K-P's solar dream fades in the light of reality
Experts believe the province lacks the infrastructure necessary to shift to solar power
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FIA probes futsal team trafficking scandal
Players allegedly used Colombia tournament as cover to enter US illegally
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Three dead, 12 injured in Peshawar's windstorm
Storm caused extensive damage to infrastructure and disrupted electricity supply
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Professor dismissed over harassment
Minister Afridi commended the university administration for handling the case swiftly
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Norms eclipsed by India's hubris
In violation of human rights laws, Delhi places sanctions on the cross-border movements
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A reform 77 years in waiting?: Govt's CSS move sparks debate
'This could mean wasting precious years preparing for one uncertain opportunity', one civil servant commented online.
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Pak releases dossier to expose Indian lies
Document contains irrefutable evidence of Delhi's fake news campaign and killing of civilians
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China to help set up truck assembly plant
Assembly line in Karachi to boost industry, jobs and EV infrastructure
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Most parties off the digital radar
Only 35% of political parties have working websites, FAFEN finds
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FBI responds to Epstein conspiracy theories after full case file review
FBI leaders Dan Bongino and Kash Patel confirm Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide, denying any evidence of foul play.
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'Game of Thrones' town faces Trump tariff trouble
Locals fear directors may discontinue filming
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No right to criticise, says Sabeena Farooq
Actor objects to excessive trolling
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Against the ticking clock
The case for a deliberate life in a tumultuous nation
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Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to bones
Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office confirmed on Sunday.
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Rethinking policies to curb illicit trade
Policy steps remain confined to bridging revenue gaps by raising taxes while neglecting market distortions
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Ratings cut a blow to US status
Successive govts fail to agree on meaningful steps to reverse large fiscal deficits
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A crucial milestone in economic stabilisation
$1b IMF tranche a welcome development for strained economy, offering fiscal relief and framework for reform
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Wheat support price and distribution system
Public system stabilises wild swings in food prices, but leaving it to market will be politically costly
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Pakistan must not miss trade wave
Should pursue strategic trade deals with China and US, invest in high-value sectors
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Scarlett Johansson sets new hosting record in Saturday Night Live season finale
Scarlett Johansson hosts SNL for a record-breaking seventh time in a season finale packed with highs and lows.
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Rise and fall of Pakistan's agriculture
Maize output shrank by 15%, while rice production slipped as well.
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Why America is losing ground
Denied the opportunity to stay and work in the United States, many returned to their home countries
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Teaching expression to young learners
Story-telling and paragraph writing in a native or national language removes the barriers to entry
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Women online
Eight million more women now also have access to numerous learning and earning opportunities
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New tax law
It also prohibits non-filers from most banking activities including opening accounts
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Haj: technical lacunae
The authorities are in need of working day in and out to realise the dream of the lingering pilgrims
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India's Kargil moment
They were under the illusion that India, fearing nuclear escalation, would not retaliate.
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Three dead, 12 injured as storm batters Peshawar
Rescue officials reported strong winds toppled trees, walls, and signboards at several locations across Peshawar.
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New Pope vows to preserve church heritage, rejects autocratic rule
Pope Leo warns of AI dangers, urges peace for the world and the Church as key goals of his papacy
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Islamia varsity teacher sacked for harassing female student
K-P vows to ensure safe, secure environment in all educational institutions: Higher Education Minister Meena Afridi
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Gaza death toll rises as Israel expands ground offensive
Israeli strike hits displaced families' tents in Khan Younis, killing women, children and injuring dozens, medics say
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At least two dead in blast near FC post in Balochistan
Gunfire also reported between assailants and FC personnel after the blast, escalating tensions in Qila Abdullah.
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Saudi Arabia urges pilgrims not to sleep in corridors during Hajj
The ministry says the directive is critical for ensuring safety, smooth movement of pilgrims during rituals.
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Dubai offers 10-year golden visa to gaming professionals
UAEi offers 10-year Visa to gamers under ‘culture and arts’, enabling them to live, work and join e-sports scene
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India’s satellite launch fails after technical fault in PSLV rocket
ISRO says PSLV-C61 rocket failed to place EOS-09 in orbit due to third-stage pressure drop, halting mission success
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HBL PSL X: Zalmi collapse in must-win clash as Qalandars advance to playoffs
Qalandars posted 149 in 13 overs, and Zalmi crumbled under pressure to lose by 26 runs in a rain-hit PSL clash.
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Govt to launch nationwide anti-polio drive on May 26
Health Minister Mustafa Kamal reaffirms government's commitment to eradicating polio from the country.
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Sindh to launch mini truck plant in partnership with China
Super Mini Truck assembly line to be set up in Karachi, boosting jobs, local manufacturing, and tech transfer.
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India imposes border import curbs on Bangladesh amid strained ties
India bans land-border imports of Bangladeshi garments, food, cotton, and furniture at six northeast entry points
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PM announces 100,000 free laptops for students
PM says distribution of laptops will cover all four provinces and will be based purely on merit, without any nepotism
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Sindh rolls out HPV vaccine addressing technical, not social gaps
Inoculation to prevent cervical cancer to begin September 15 with efforts to increase community engagement
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Moody’s lifts Pakistan’s rating to ‘Caa1’ on stronger external finances
We changed the outlook for the Government of Pakistan to stable from positive, Moody's said in a statement
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NA amends anti-terrorism law extending pre-trial detention period
PPP questions government over failure to disclose 'massive oil reserves'
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Traffic plan issued for Independence Day celebrations in Karachi tonight
Alternate suggestion for commuters not attending event
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FIA awaits Ulema's opinion before proceeding against Dr Alvi on blasphemy allegations
Lahore court dismisses petition seeking action against former president over social media post
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Aurangzeb vows to close tax loopholes, boost investor confidence
He hints at further policy rate cuts this year
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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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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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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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Aid queues turn deadly as 73 killed in Gaza in one day
European Union and 26 countries condemned the “unimaginable levels” of suffering
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At least 20 dead in shipwreck off Italy's Lampedusa
Boat with 97 migrants wrecks 14 miles off Lampedusa; up to 17 missing, 60 survivors rescued and brought to island
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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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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