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Does religion help or hinder progress? A tale of two states
Religion boosts or blocks development, depends on how leaders balance faith with reason
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Water woes on the rise
Over 80% of Pakistan lacks access to safe water, severe scarcity infrastructure failures threaten public health
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Empowering female reporters
Female reporters in Pakistan's newsrooms plummet to 4%, sidelining their perspectives in national narratives
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Soaring political mercury
Crackdown on PTI sit-in escalates tensions, dialogue the only way forward for Pakistan’s stability
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Charlatans of free speech
Hillary Clinton labels TikTok’s criticism of Israel as propaganda, mainstream media’s silence on Gaza, the real issue
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Australia bans under-16s from social media in world-first crackdown
Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit forbidden from creating or keeping under 16 users accounts
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Punjab launches AI-powered smart city system to enhance public safety
'Talk to Camera' feature enables real-time detection of hazards, crime, urban issues
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UAE imposes up to Dh5m fine for violating UAE residency rules
Most serious violations include provision of sheltering, employment to foreigners living in the country illegally
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PHC rejects over 60 petitions against mandatory CCTV, e-invoicing in tobacco factories
Court dismisses over 60 petitions filed by tobacco manufacturers, rules FBR measures aimed at curbing tax evasion
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Bilawal opposes ban on political parties, urges need for responsible politics
If any political party supports terrorism, governor's rule could become inevitable, says PPP chairman
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OGDCL unveils new oil, gas reserves in K-P
This discovery will help mitigate Pakistan's energy supply–demand gap through indigenous resources, say officials
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FBR issues notices to people flaunting luxury on social media despite low declared income
Revenue board intensifies campaign against tax evaders across the country
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Only state has authority to declare jihad: CDF Munir
Field marshal urges religious scholars to keep nation united and broaden people’s vision
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US EXIM Bank to invest $1.25b in Reko Diq project: Natalie Baker
US Chargé d’Affaires says initiative to open new avenue of job opportunities in both countries
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Govt shuts door on talks with Imran Khan, considers transferring him from Adiala Jail
Gohar warns against ‘minus Imran’ move, says any such attempt would trigger a complete collapse of the system
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PSX touches 170k glory, closes flat on profit-taking pullback
Bullish open, bearish close, KSE-100 edges lower at 169,452; 16 IPOs on Horizon
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Sydney Sixers unveil unique jersey number for Babar Azam
The star Pakistan batter will be in action for the first time in BBL
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Telenor Pakistan unveils 'Voice Over Wi-Fi' services to revolutionise connectivity
VoWiFi allows uninterrupted communication in environments with weak or nonexistent mobile networks
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Thailand pushes back on US tariffs as border clashes with Cambodia flare up
In pursuit of a Nobel Peace Prize, Trump has leveraged tariffs in recent conflicts
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ECP rejects delay plea, orders Quetta LG polls
Commission firm on Dec 28 for vote; govt told to ensure security as Balochistan member dissents over weather, threats
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Theft foiled at qawwal’s house in Lahore, suspect arrested
Police recover stolen jewelry from domestic worker, case registered
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Verdict is out! Audience finds the finale of 'Biryani' a bit undercooked
Fans call the finale disappointing, with many arguing the drama lost its direction in the final stretch
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Aalmi Urdu Conference returns for its 18th edition
Scholars, writers, and artists gather to spotlight Karachi’s creative legacy
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3.9 million beneficiaries enrolled in ‘Nashonuma Program’
National Assembly briefed on stunting reduction and climate action plans
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National Assembly adjournment draws PPP fire
Aseefa Zardari says repeated delays make a mockery of the parliamentary system
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Zong’s new data centre marks key milestone in Pakistan’s digital transformation, says IT Minister
Shaza says 5G, satellite internet services will be rolled out soon
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Second Phase of Pink Scooter distribution in Karachi announced
Sharjeel Memon says Sindh plans to introduce more double-decker buses on highways
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Pakistan U19 departs for Dubai to feature in ACC Asia Cup
They will face arch-rivals India on December 14
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Pakistan fall to Netherlands in FIH Pro League opener
The Green Shirts were hammered with a 5-2 defeat
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New Zealand lose Tickner as West Indies all out for 205
The Black Caps were 24-0 at the close of play on day one
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Pakistan, UK hold first development dialogue in 8 years amid record £5.5bn trade
FinMin, UK minister discuss reforms, cooperation as Green Compact and education gateway launched
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Pakistan’s business confidence reaches 7-year high, OICCI survey reveals
Business confidence index jumps to 22%, new jobs index up 16% as economic stability boosts investor sentiment
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Travelers with complete papers stopped from flying abroad
Protector offices enforcing verbal bar, no written order issued
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Water cannon breaks up Aleema Khan’s sit-in at Adiala Jail
Aleema says protest will resume next Tuesday
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ECP summons Afridi in threat, code breach case
Commission also issues notice to Shehrnaz, adjourns hearing till Dec 16
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Four arrested as wildlife operations intensify across Punjab
Female nilgai, hog deer rescued; two black bears recovered
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Punjab's Motor Vehicle Ordinance proposes strict fines, jail terms
Details hefty fines ranging from Rs2000 to Rs50,000, with prison sentences going up to 6 months
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KP introduces citizen-owned number plates in major digital overhaul
New system allows vehicle numbers to stay with owner
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Deported people don't return in business class: Rajab Butt on UK visa issue
'If a visa is cancelled in the UK, a ten-year ban is usually imposed, but I am not seeking such a ban'
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John Cena confirms new WWE deal
He is set to compete in his last-ever match this Saturday
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Cummins heads Australia squad for third Test
Pace bowler Michael Neser retains his spot
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Pandya steals show on comeback as India thrash South Africa
He smashed a quick half-century as the hosts post 175-6
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Spectre of Salah still hangs over
Liverpool managed to secure a 1-0 victory over Inter
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NEPRA cuts power rates for industries, agriculture
Concessional Rs22.98 per unit tariff to boost production, stimulate growth
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Bilawal backs new province in Punjab, calls for political reconciliation
PPP chairman deflects questions regarding new provinces in Sindh, elsewhere
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Family, PTI leadership protest outside Adiala after access to Imran denied
Officials also declined to give any assurance that a meeting would be allowed on Thursday
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Pakistan, Indonesia sign agreements on education, trade
Two countries agree to review PTA; Subianto discusses defence ties with CDF Munir
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Punjab legislators adopt resolution calling for ban on PTI, Imran
'He is also accused of making statements against the country and spreading chaos'
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Atletico Madrid shoot up UCL standings
The La Liga giants pull off a 3-2 victory to progress in the Champions League
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Tottenham spot on against Slavia Prague to close in on top eight
The Premier League club registered a 3-0 victory in London
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Three brothers among four dead as shop tenancy dispute turns deadly in Nushki
Deceased were close relatives from same tribe, police say dispute between them had been ongoing for some time
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Multan's Nishtar doctor making obscene gestures on video loses job
Medic claims bad bedside behaviour was a 'natural reaction to verbal abuse'
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LHC suspends Punjab property ordinance
CJ Neelum tells chief secretary if law remained in force, even Jati Umra could be repossessed
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Cold wave intensifies as snow blankets KP, Gilgit-Baltistan
Another rain system expected to enter from Dec 27 to 31, potentially bringing rain to some districts of Punjab
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Zardari visits Iraqi shrines, calls for Muslim unity
Four-day visit combines religious observances with diplomatic outreach to boost bilateral trade, security cooperation
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Pakistan Railways records 95 accidents in under a year
Attacks, derailments, collisions marred railway operations as upgrades remained limited to improvements at stations
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Punjab grants arrest powers to forest department under new amendment
Changes aim to target illegal logging, forest fires, encroachments, timber smuggling
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Field Marshal Asim Munir receives Saudi Arabia's highest national honour
Pakistan's top military commander met Saudi Minister of Defence, discussed evolving geopolitical challenges
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Passport department launches 24/7 digital monitoring system
Framework is set to improve transparency, efficiency and response times nationwide
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Sunflower sowing urged for early oilseed harvest
Timely planting of hybrid seeds urged to boost yield, oil content
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Multan promised rainwater disposal
DC Siddique said upgradation of WASA disposal stations is being carried out at rapid pace to improve civic facilities
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Interfaith cycle ride highlights city heritage
Participants pass through historical sites of Walled City
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Collective fight against drugs urged
Experts say eradication of drug addiction essential for building safe, sustainable society
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Prime suspect in murder case arrested
Victim's relatives protested at Civil Hospital, blocked road outside police station for several hours
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PTI protests founder chairman's conviction
Party supporters rally in K-P, term verdicts political revenge
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Building material prices hit record high
Federal, provincial taxes, increases in gas, electricity, transport costs, contribute to this
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Rising trade deficit exposes Pakistan’s structural weaknesses
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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China’s trade surplus hits $1.08 trillion as currency valuation debate resurfaces
China’s surplus rose 22.1% in Jan–Nov, prompting renewed questions as to whether renminbi is undervalued
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Boosting exports: 10 policy priorities
Export challenge is not rooted in lack of entrepreneurial capacity or market access, but in fragmented policies
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Pakistan's quiet regulatory revolution
For years, the economy has been constrained by an excess of rules, permits, approvals
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What does Europe's EV retreat mean for Pakistan?
Battery recycling represents area where country could develop genuine competitive advantage
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Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Musk first person worth $700b
Musk's 2018 pay package, once worth $56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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ASEAN ministers meet to restore Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire after 60 killed, half a million displaced
First direct talks since fighting resumed on Dec 8, Malaysia urges bloc to play more forceful role in halting conflict
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Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show
Meta internally estimated 10% of its 2024 revenue could come from scam-linked advertising, documents show
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Bondi attack suspects held ‘tactical’ training before shooting
Court documents allege father-son duo rehearsed in NSW countryside; Albanese vows tougher hate, gun laws
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Ukraine settlement talks enter third day in Miami
Russia launched atleast 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 9 missiles of various types
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Kidnapped Nigerian schoolkids freed
Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity
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Somalia tightens security before historic elections
Somalia will deploy more than 10,000 security personnel in the capital
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Trump's ally urges action on Hamas, Hezbollah
Israel made dismantling the arsenals of both groups, allies of its arch-foe Iran
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Israel’s security cabinet approves 19 new settlements in West Bank
The move raises approved settlements over three years to 69, says Finance Minister Smotrich’s office
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Sudan drone attack on Darfur market kills 10: Rescuers
Since April 2023, Sudan's army and RSF conflict killed tens of thousands, displacing nearly 12M people
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Pakistan to witness year's longest night, shortest day on December 22
Earth's 23.4° axial tilt causes the changing lengths of daylight throughout the year
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Dozens mourn six killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza shelter
Gaza hospital reports victims of shelling: infant, 14-year-old girl, two men, two women
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Trump readies aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026
ICE and Border Patrol get $170B through 2029, a major boost over current $19B annual budgets
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Nine killed in mass shooting at tavern near Johannesburg
This was the second major mass shooting reported in South Africa this month
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US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials confirm
It’s the second time in recent weeks that the United States has gone after a tanker near Venezuela
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Thousands mourn slain Bangladesh student leader
Tens of thousands joined funeral procession to pay respects to Sharif Osman Hadi
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal










































































































