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Deal with IMF
IMF agreement boosts investor confidence but Pakistan faces tough economic reforms ahead
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Why Israel welcomed 9/11
Netanyahu at the time hailed the attacks, 'It will generate immediate sympathy'
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IMF warns global debt could hit 123% of GDP by decade’s end, nearing WWII levels
Warns of possible 'disorderly' market correction that could trigger fiscal-financial 'doom loop'
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High fashion faces reckoning and renewal
EU fines Gucci, Chloé and Loewe as Fendi appoints Chiuri in a dramatic week for European luxury houses
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Soul musician D'Angelo dead at 51
Soul musician D'Angelo dead at 51
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A week when Lahore spoke the language of art
Punjab MAAS International Theatre Festival unites global performers and audiences
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Hania Aamir hospitalised in US
Fans express concern as photos go viral
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'Lazawal Ishq' in the dock
Petition before IHC seeks action against show's 'immoral' content
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'Emotional Baggage' unpacks love, loss and lyrical truth
Jani bares his soul in new EP, blending Karachi grit with Jokhay's moody soundscape
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Makkah to get 900,000 new prayer spaces as MBS launches ‘King Salman Gate’
4.6-square-mile mixed-use project will improve access to the Grand Mosque
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Relief for consumers as government slashes petrol by Rs5.66 per litre
Price of high-speed diesel reduced by Rs1.39 per litre
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Nayyab Ali becomes first trans woman from Pakistan shortlisted for UN Special Rapporteur
She serves as Executive Director of Transgender Rights Consultants Pakistan and as Human Rights Fellow at Harvard
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Spotify, Netflix sign deal to stream video podcasts
Under the deal, 16 video versions of podcasts produced by Spotify will be available on Netflix from early 2026
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Indonesia oil tanker fire kills 10, injures nearly two dozen
Blaze broke out aboard the MT Federal II while it was docked at a shipyard near Singapore
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Punjab bans use of charcoal, wood at eateries to curb worsening air quality
Lahore ranks as the most polluted city in the world with 164 AQI
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Karachi's decades-old Afghan camp emptied as land mafias clash with police
Afghan camp was established in 1984 on more than 200 acres of govt-owned land, containing about 3,000 housing units
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FBR extends tax return deadline till Oct 31
FBR says extension follows appeals from various trade bodies and tax bar associations
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CSS 2024 results: Just 229 candidates pass exam
19 of the top 20 qualifiers opted for Pakistan Administrative Service, while one chose the Police Service of Pakistan
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Pakistan accepts Afghan Taliban regime's request for 48-hour ceasefire
Ceasefire request came after Pakistan carried out 'precision strikes' against terrorist hideouts in Kandahar, Kabul
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Sohail Afridi sworn in as 30th chief minister of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi administers oath to newly-elected CM following Peshawar High Court orders
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“Cultural exchange is Pakistan’s soft diplomacy,” says Ahmad Shah as Arts Council Karachi prepares for the World Cultural Festival
The 39-day event will host artists from over 141 countries
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Internet services restored across Pakistan after submarine cable repair: PTCL
Internet users reported sluggish speeds on Tuesday, particularly in parts of upper Punjab and Islamabad
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PSX edges up amid volatility and profit-taking
KSE-100 closes 210.36 points higher as investors weigh IMF deal, earnings signals
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Gold prices hit new record, cross Rs440,000 mark
Price of 24-karat gold per tola rises by Rs5,800
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Irfan Junejo gears up to interview FC Barcelona players
The YouTuber shares that early talks with the club are underway
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Pakistan beat South Africa to begin World Test Championship on high
Shaheen Afridi and Noman Ali starred with the ball as the Men in Green secured a dominating win in Lahore
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Pakistan, IMF reach staff-level agreement for $1.2b disbursement
$3.3b arrangement covers second review of EFF and first review of 28-month RSF
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Fact check: PM did not meet Netanyahu at Egypt Summit
PM Shehbaz attends Egypt Summit to support Gaza peace efforts
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Aleema Khan contests ATC indictment in May 9 case
Files petition challenging jurisdiction of trial court
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Constable on duty with polio vaccination teams shot dead in K-P's Nowshera
This marks second killing of police officers on polio duty across K-P in as many days
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Australia going into Ashes with 'worst team' since 2010: England great Broad
Former pacer backs Stokes-led England to challenge Australia’s squad in upcoming series
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HBO Max officially launches in 15 new markets including Pakistan
Subscribers create up to five personalized profiles, including kid-friendly accounts with parental controls
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HEC announces new dates for ETC tests
ETC reschedules exams earlier postponed over security concerns
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Rain stops Sri Lanka's momentum in New Zealand washout at World Cup
Nilakshika Silva’s record-breaking blitz and Athapaththu’s return to form light up Colombo clash
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Palestinian artist turns woodwork into map of memory and resistance
From his Georgia workshop, Hamza Arman carves the pain and history of Gaza into art to confront loss
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Former France scrum-half Machenaud suffers knee ligament damage
The 36-year-old vows to make a comeback this season despite a severe injury
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Former Sindh Assembly speaker Agha Siraj Durrani passes away
President, PM, other political leaders express deep sorrow, grief over his death
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Transgender rights under fire — activist Barfi shot, others attacked across K-P
195 transgender killed, 1,000 injured; no perpetrators convicted
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Farhan Ghani walks free as court accepts police closure report
Judge notes complainant's lawyer raises no objection to dismissal request
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Merino double helps Spain thrash Bulgaria
De la Fuente’s side cruise to a flawless fourth win, edging closer to World Cup qualification
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Hungary deny Portugal, Ronaldo early World Cup berth
Szoboszlai’s stoppage-time strike keeps qualification hopes alive for resilient Hungary
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Security forces dispel Afghan attack at Chaman Border
20 terrorists affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij, Afghan Taliban fighters killed: ISPR
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Shaheen Afridi likely to be rested for T20Is against South Africa
Shadab Khan resumes training but remains unavailable for Pakistan’s upcoming series
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A cup of chai or the blood of your brothers?
Tea's bloodied history in the subcontinent is brushed under the rug as Pakistan embraces it as its national drink
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Demolitions of Afghan homes begin in Karachi's Sohrab Goth
Operation necessary to prevent powerful land mafia seizing control of valuable real estate
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“I won’t let myself be used again”: Sarwat Gilani opens up about Jawani Phir Nahi Aani experience
The actor revealed she was sidelined during the making and promotion of the hit film series
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Pixnapping: a new threat for Android users
Attack can dismantle 2FA in seconds, exposes limits of platform assurances that one app cannot access another’s data
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ISPR slams India's 'Bollywood-Style' rhetoric, warns against regional destabilisation
Every act of aggression receives swift, resolute, intense response remembered by posterity
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Pakistan braces for cold snap as La Niña returns
UN warns extreme cold, disrupted rainfall worsen flood recovery, strain food, health systems
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FinMin pitches Pakistan’s green growth vision at World Bank forum
Aurangzeb outlines agri-finance reforms, climate resilience to drive private sector growth, exports
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SHO among four cops martyred, three terrorists killed in K-P police check post attacks
Paharpur Region DSP, other personnel injured; police gun down commander of terrorists in Bannu
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KP CM says youth will choose sports over guns at U-16 games inauguration
Sohail Afridi also announces free transport service for all colleges in merged districts
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Senate panel orders probe into NAVTTC funds, sets up fake degree verification desk
PIFD meeting declared null and void for 'malafide intent', rule violations and lack of presidential approval
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Gul Plaza judicial commission invites public evidence after first meeting
SHC chief justice approves dedicated judicial commission secretariat within court premises
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President Zardari congratulates Iran on Islamic Revolution anniversary
President comments on shared ties, hopes 'spirit of brotherhood' continues to support prosperity, stability
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PTI condemns alleged torture of lawyer Ali Zaman, brother
Party questions rule of law, says failure to protect a lawyer and elected leader raises serious concerns over justice
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Quetta joins Lahore in reviving Basant from Februay 13-15
No official statement has been given by the government regarding the festival
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PM orders NEPRA appeal to protect existing solar users after net metering overhaul
Says burden on 466,000 solar users should not fall on the more than 37.6 million consumers relying on national grid
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Salman Safdar refutes media reports, says no statement issued on Imran’s health
Friend of court submits seven-page report to SC, praises AG Mansoor Awan, Adiala Jail administration
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Army is national force, not of any district, Asif tells Achakzai
Resolution honours martyrs as opposition clashes over army, quorum and new laws in NA
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Nine arrested as ANF seizes over 1,000kg of drugs across Pakistan
Authorities say Gwadar shipment was headed for sea routes to Gulf countries, Yemen, Tanzania
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Climate ministry tells IHC paper mulberry felling permissible
Says approval required before tree cutting as case on Islamabad’s green cover continues
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SBP chief sees growth up to 4.75% despite IMF downgrade
Governor says agriculture and industry are holding up, and earlier rate cuts are still feeding through
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NEPRA weighs fixed monthly charges for small power consumers after net metering changes
Proposal set to introduce fixed charges ranging from Rs200 to Rs675, NEPRA has not announced final decision yet
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Dar discusses regional tensions with Turkey, Iran FMs amid US-Iran strain
Calls stress dialogue as Trump warns of ‘very tough’ action if no Iran deal
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Gold, silver prices rise further in local, international markets
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs1,972 in Pakistan
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SBP chief sees growth up to 4.75% despite IMF downgrade
Governor says agriculture and industry are holding up, and earlier rate cuts are still feeding through
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PSX modestly lower amid volatile trading
Index drops 187 points as investment, geopolitical concerns weigh on sentiment
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Fixed power cost to raise Rs132b
Households up to 300 units face new charges as govt shifts subsidy to industry
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Action on inferior LPG cylinders sought
Senate body gives govt two-week time to introduce legislation to increase jail term, penalties
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Pakistan, UAE close to signing economic deal
CEPA will help double trade, remove obstacles
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Pre-arrival customs data sharing begins
Pakistan, Uzbekistan operationalise exchange of pre-arrival customs information following MoU signage
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Govt signals regulatory easing to Japanese firms
SAPM also highlights one-window SEZ facilitation at business forum
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Pakistan, Cambodia review priorities ahead of JTC
Ministers focus on pharmaceuticals, textiles, logistics as business bodies push B2B follow-up
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'Economy needs structural reset'
Industry calls grow to tackle informality, red tape and export underperformance
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ECC agrees to sell old PASSCO wheat stock
Proceeds will be used to clear liabilities of banks, employees of closed company
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Remittances stay strong at $3.46b
EU, Western inflows offset US decline; SBP projects inflows at $42b for FY26
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China stocks close higher as gains in communications sector outweigh property losses
Benchmark Shanghai Composite Index, SSEC rose 0.13%, while blue-chip CSI300 Index, CSI300 inched higher by 0.11%
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Gold continues rally for second day, silver remains steady
Price of 10 grams of silver also remains stable at Rs7,385
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Reserves to hit $18b by June
SBP says economic growth prospects have improved, sees 3.75-4.75% GDP expansion
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Israel's Netanyahu expected to press Trump over Iran diplomacy
Also on the agenda is Gaza, with Trump looking to push ahead with a ceasefire agreement he helped broker
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Trump says ‘10 planes shot down’, credits tariff pressure for ending Pakistan-India war
Says trade pressure policies overcame multiple global conflicts
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Ten dead after woman opens fire at high school in Canada
One of the deadliest school shootings reported to date since 1989
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'It's time to get aggressive', Border Patrol agent says in Chicago shooting video
Newly released bodycam footage has significantly shifted the narrative regarding the October 4 incident
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Cambodia says it has closed almost 200 scam centers in fraud crackdown
173 senior crime figures arrested, 11,000 workers deported in a campaign that began late last year
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Russia, facing labour crunch worsened by war, pivots to India for workers
Approves 72,000 permits as traditional migrant sources dwindle
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Australia charges two Chinese nationals with 'foreign interference'
Second instance of Chinese nationals being charged under foreign interference laws
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Chinese captain pleads not guilty to damage charge in Baltic Sea cable case
Charge sheet stated that Wan had been 'reckless', without lawful excuse, damaged the property belonging to another
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Trump's deportation drive questioned
US immigration officials grilled by Congress
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Australia warns Roblox
Around 100 million people use Roblox daily, with under-13s accounting for around 40 percent of its 2024 users
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US, Azerbaijan sign strategic partnership
Vance meets Aliyev, discusses peace with Armenia
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Warming climate threatens Greenland
Seals rely on pack ice to give birth, to rest and for protection
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US will have to do ‘something very tough’ if no Iran deal, says Trump
Netanyahu says Iran talks top his agenda with Trump, urging a tougher US stance on Tehran’s missiles
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Jamaat-e-Islami leader rises from obscurity to challenge for Bangladesh’s top job
Shafiqur Rahman, once marginal in Bangladeshi politics, now vies for PM as Jamaat chief
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India tightens grip on social media with new three-hour takedown rule
The new regulations will take effect from February 20
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Pakistan Sports Board cites major reforms in annual report
The report notes a 90% increase in self-generated revenue, alongside stricter financial controls
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Marsh to miss Australia opener
Steve Smith has been called as his backup
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Aouar leads Al-Ittihad into ACL knockout
The Saudi outfit thrashed Qatar's Al-Gharafa 7-0
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Fritz struggles to win Dallas opener
He fought off a stiff test from Marcos Giron to earn a 6-4, 5-7, 7-6 (1)
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Spurs sack Frank after miserable reign
The London based club suffered a 2-1 defeat against Newcastle
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HBL PSL XI player auction: Naseem Shah joins Rawalpindi for Rs86.5m
Pakistani all-rounder Faheem Ashraf was bought by Islamabad United for Rs85 million
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Chelsea's draw with Leeds 'bitter pill' for Rosenior
The Blues missed a chance to move close to fourth-place United
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South Africa beat Afghanistan in double super over thriller at T20 World Cup
Afghanistan were 187 all out after South Africa scored 187-6 in Ahmedabad
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Sesko strikes late to rescue West Ham draw
He second half goal at the London Stadium to secure a 1-1 draw
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De Zerbi leaves Marseille 'by mutual agreement'
De Zerbi leaves Marseille 'by mutual agreement' He has been linked with a return to the Premier League
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F1 prospect Kimi Antonelli crashes limited-edition Mercedes AMG GT days after receiving it
Mercedes' F1 pilot escaped injury after crashing his $240,000 AMG GT near his San Marino home
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All-round Pakistan outclass USA by 32 runs in T20 World Cup showdown
Win avenged Pakistan's shock defeat at the hands of USA in the T20 World Cup two years ago
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India call Pakistan 'quality side' ahead of T20 World Cup clash
Pakistan's decision to go ahead with the match was hailed as an outbreak of 'good sense' and 'good for cricket'
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Ex-coach stands trial for bullying
The trial was sparked by explosive claims three years ago by two gymnasts
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Pakistan had no 'personal agenda' in meetings with ICC, BCB officials: Naqvi
Says Pakistan participated only in interest of justice for Bangladesh












































































































