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Govt begins regional Jirgas for tribal peace
Jirga rejected military operations that result in civilian displacement
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Two killed, one injured in Dera Bugti landmine blast
Explosion has once again drawn attention to the lingering threat of unexploded ordnance in Dera Bugti
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How AI Policy 2025 can shape a digital future for all
Ministry of IT and Telecom anchored this effort with clarity and consistency
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Russia rolls a geopolitical dice
Russia has recently rolled a geopolitical dice that may have far-reaching regional and global implications
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The missing faculty
University of Karachi already possesses a strong and diverse foundation in language education
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Futile operations
At least 19 policemen were martyred during the course of several attacks by the katcha bandits
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TTP and abettors
Daesh is also reportedly using the Indian government's anti-Muslim dog whistles
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Opposition huddle
The opposition is now unanimous in calling for supremacy of the Constitution and Parliament
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Bonded freedom?
Most South Asian countries struggle to fully and equitably capitalise on their hard-earned freedom
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Bangladesh to unveil democratic reforms on coup anniversary
Bangladesh has faced political turmoil since students ousted PM Hasina on August 5, 2024, ending her 15-year rule
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Pakistan, Iran defence ministers vow to boost security ties
Iran Defence Minister Aziz Nasir-Zadeh meets Defence Minister Khawaja Asif to discuss bilateral, regional issues
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Gandapur hosts first peace jirga with tribal elders
K-P government launches series of regional jirgas to promote peace and development in tribal districts
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Dubai to host Pakistan-India showdown as Asia Cup 2025 venues announced
ACC President Mohsin Naqvi unveils venues, match timings for eight-team tournament hosted by UAE
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Israel army chief warns of relentless combat over hostage crisis
Of 251 kidnapped in Hamas’s October attack, 49 remain in Gaza—27 confirmed dead, says Israeli military.
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Aleema Khan says Imran’s sons have applied for new NICOPs after losing their old ones
Aleema denies claims Imran Khan barred his children from visiting Pakistan
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Pakistan, China reaffirm resolve to deepen bilateral ties
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, China’s Sun Weidong discuss second phase of CPEC, mutual ties in Beijing
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Hamas rejects disarmament without Palestinian state
Qatar and Egypt back plan urging Hamas to disarm and support two-state solution under Palestinian Authority control
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Imran’s sons call on Trump to intervene for father’s release
If anyone can make a difference, it’s him," said Sulaiman and Kasim in an interview with Piers Morgan
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Global plastic treaty talks resume amid deep divisions
Talks resume after December’s failure to reach a deal on curbing millions of tonnes of plastic waste yearly
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Gold soars to Rs359,000 per tola amid international spike
Gold prices surged in both global and local markets, with per tola rate in Pakistan climbing by Rs6,100
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How Pakistan shot down Indian jets with Chinese tech
World's largest air battle in decades saw 110 aircraft clash in a one-hour night fight, experts estimate
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Govt to introduce separate immigration counters for foreign passengers
On PM Shehbaz’s instructions, new steps aim to promote tourism, ease trade, and attract foreign investment
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India will continue to buy Russian oil, govt sources say
India says energy buys depend on market factors, affirms strong Russia ties despite pressure
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Pak Business Express derails in Lahore days after inauguration
Train derailed early Saturday morning; rescue teams dispatched promptly, no casualties or injuries reported: officials
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Iranian president reaches Islamabad after paying tribute at Iqbal mausoleum
PM Shehbaz, DPM Dar received Masoud Pezeshkian at Noor Khan Air Base, where he was accorded 21-gun salute
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Florida jury orders Tesla to pay $243m in 2019 autopilot crash
Tesla held 33% liable in $42.6m award; driver 67% liable but not a defendant and won't pay his share
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Islamabad, Beijing pledge support for next stage of CPEC
Ahsan Iqbal says developing skilled, educated workforce and deepening B2B collaboration key pillars of CPEC Phase II
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Suspect admits to killing lawyer Shamsul Islam in Karachi
Imran Afridi says lawyer falsely implicated his family in cases, including terrorism, and harassed their women legally
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New monsoon spell expected in Punjab from August 5
PDMA reports 162 people dead, 571 others injured in monsoon-related incidents in the province this year
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Earthquake felt in northern Pakistan early Saturday
No reports of casualties or property damage received
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Pakistan Army inducts Z-10ME attack helicopters under COAS' supervision
Z-10ME boosts Army Aviation with advanced radar, EW systems, and precision strike capabilities: ISPR
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Ghislaine Maxwell moved to prison camp, Trump says no plea for pardon
Manhattan courts will hear arguments Tuesday on unsealing grand jury material
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Senate panel gives NHA deadline on N-55 project
Body chairman demands audit of bidding process, financial claims
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Exports rise to $31.75b despite global headwinds
Textiles, non-traditional sectors drive growth; minister issues steps to sustain momentum
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Gas, sugar and footwear drive annual SPI higher
Short-term inflation rises 1.98% YoY despite drop in prices of tomatoes, chicken, wheat
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Tariff deal with US to boost exports: Finance ministry
The ministry expressed hope about further positive engagements and close cooperation with the US
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Auto parts makers urge govt to adopt Thailand, Vietnam models
PAAPAM decries unstable policies, used car imports, and lack of incentives
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SBP pumps Rs13.3tr, raises Rs358b
Rupee continues upward trajectory to 282.72/$; gold slips locally despite global surge
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Govt criticised for water neglect
Sindh CM says only Rs3b of Rs78b K-IV commitment released
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PSX soars to record high above 141k
KSE-100 index surges 1,645 points as bulls celebrate US trade deal
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Trader e-invoice deadline extended
FBR extends deadline to Dec’25, traders seek rollback of arrest powers, tax clauses
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Donors offer $5b for Reko Diq
ADB, US Exim Bank among lenders offering funds for copper, gold project
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Pakistan to receive first US oil shipment
The deal follows months of multiple negotiations which first began in April
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US thaw won't eclipse China ties: FO
GHQ commemorates PLA's 98th anniversary; COAS says Sino-Pak friendship unshakable
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Dozens hurt as Islamabad Express derails
The screams of injured passengers echoed through the night, creating an atmosphere of distress and fear
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Global economies reel from Trump's tariffs punch
Pakistan hit with 19% tariff after US deal
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Fuel and food fire up July inflation to 4.1%
Country witnesses highest rate of increase since December last year
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Opp confab slams 'hybrid fascism'
APC urges Charter of Democracy 2.0; Demands release of Imran, Mahrang
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US envoy visits Gaza aid distribution site
United Nations says more than 1,000 people have been killed trying to receive aid in Gaza
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Adil Raja, six others handed to double life sentences for 'digital terrorism'
ATC imposes 35 years additional imprisonment Rs1.5m fine as trial conducted in absence of accused
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Polio drive misses target for 935,000 children in merged districts
Security concerns, population displacement hinder vaccination campaign in 2025
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PTCL Group approves Rs15bn equity investment in U Microfinance Bank
Bank receives first Rs4bn tranche; next phase of digital strategy due in 2026
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K-P CM rolls out online open courts beginning from Bajaur
CM orders enforcement of fare lists, doctor attendance and wage policy
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Karachi sees spate of road accidents as New Year begins
Police say woman killed near Landhi Hospital, unidentified man dies in Orangi Town
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Street food boom fuels Sindh's public health crisis
Lax inspections, unhygienic surroundings of popular food hubs have driven a spike in foodborne diseases
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ASI shifted from immigration duties to sanitation duties at Karachi airport
Blacklisted from immigration duties, he was appointed to oversee washroom cleanliness, rat control
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Norse Atlantic cleared to launch direct services to Islamabad from UK
Planned services include routes from London, Manchester and Birmingham
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President Zardari approves CDA Amendment Bill 2025
Compensation no longer limited to cash, bill orders 8% additional compensation in case of delayed payment
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K-P Rescue 1122 reports 2.7m beneficiaries, 271,000 emergency calls in 2025
Responded to 25,000 traffic accidents, 169,000 medical emergencies, transferred 58,800 patients to hospitals
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Woman shot dead in Wah Cantt in suspected honour killing
Investigators named multiple relatives in the case after the woman was shot dead inside the Wah Cantt house
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ZAB's birth anniversary on Jan 5
PPP vows to protect 18th Amendment, NFC share
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City rings in 2026 with grand celebrations
Fireworks light up the sky as thousands gather at Seaview; police enforce strict measures
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Rs663m worth of banned chew seized in 2025
'Weak implementation' of law allows minors access to Gutka and Mainpuri
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PTI renews push for NA opposition leader
Says legal hurdles for Achakzai cleared after Omar Ayub case withdrawn
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Pakistan proposes 5% levy on mobile imports to fund local manufacturing effort
Government expects to collect $368m under new electronic device manufacturing policy
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CCP imposes Rs2.36b penalties in 2025
Issues 47 notices to undertakings involved in cartelisation, price-fixing, prohibited agreements, deceptive practices
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Energy sector sees mixed results in 2025 amid circular debt, reform efforts
Debt settlement a short-term solution; market opening welcomed
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State Bank's reserves edge up to $15.91b
Central bank holdings rise $13m as total deposits reach $21b; 2026 starts with softer bullion prices
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PSX kicks off new year on bullish note
KSE-100 index surges 2,300 points to record high
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DGPC delays action on ownership change
Says petroleum rights holders must disclose changes in shareholding, capital issuance
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Will we see upgraded Railways fleets by the end of 2026?
Minister says PR to become Rs100b revenue-earning entity; experts warn track, signalling issues still pose safety risk
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Government urged to sue India over 'water war'
Experts allege Indus Waters Treaty violations after Chenab flows drop; farmers warn of crop losses
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Families see relief from falling food prices, but urban cost pressures persist
Inflation at 5.6% for month of December; CPI averages 3.5% in 2025
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Electricity consumers given Rs8.35 per unit relief in 2025, Power Division claims
Annual report reveals talks with IPPs eliminated financial burden of Rs3,400b on consumers and national exchequer
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Traders declare 2025 'worst year' for businesses in country's history
AKTA cites widespread closures, soaring inflation and unemployment, warns of no economic recovery in sight for 2026
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Power tariff likely to be cut by Rs0.72
Total relief estimated at Rs5.6b; NEPRA concludes hearing on fuel cost revision
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Wheat sowing in full swing
Minister says no shortage of wheat in country, reviews province wise sowing
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Gold soars Rs184,000/tola in 2025
De-dollarisation induced central banks, crypto giants behind record run
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Swiss authorities begin identifying victims of bar fire that killed 40, injured 115
Families await confirmation through DNA testing as severe burns delay identification
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Dollar makes soft start to 2026 after biggest annual drop in eight years
Major currencies extend 2025 gains against dollar as markets await US data and Fed leadership signals
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Brazil Supreme Court rejects Bolsonaro plea
Brazil's Supreme Court found Bolsonaro guilty of conspiring to stay in power after narrowly losing 2022 elections
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DR Congo accuses Rwanda of killing 1,500 civilians in past month
M23 has seized swathes of the mineral-rich Congolese east with Rwanda's backing
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Fresh clashes kill 6 in Iran cost-of-living protests
Fars reported that the buildings were "severely damaged" and that police arrested several people
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Drone strike in Kherson kills 20
More than 100 revellers gathered at the hotel the night of the attack
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'IS planned New Year's Eve church attacks'
IS planned suicide operations and attacks targeting celebrations
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Leftist Mamdani begins first day as New York mayor
Around 4,000 ticketed guests are expected to attend the event outside City Hall
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BD's Jamaat-e-Islami open to unity govt
Surveys suggest JI will finish a close second to BNP
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Iran's Fars Agency Reports 3 More Killed In Fresh Clashes
Rioters exploited a protest in Azna, Lorestan, to attack a police station
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Seven dead, 96 rescued after migrant boat capsizes, Gambia says
The ministry said the vessel carried over 200 migrants; 10 rescued were critical and need urgent care.
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Babar Azam equals Jos Buttler’s T20 record after Sixers’ BBL win
Former Pakistan captain becomes the joint third-highest player in terms of half-centuries in T20 cricket
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Chelsea part ways with manager Maresca
The Italian joined the Blues in 2024 after steering Leicester City to EPL promotion
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Tsitsipas considered quitting tennis
He was struggling with a serious back pain during 2025
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Sudan lose to Burkina Faso in AFCON
They are likely to face champions Senegal in the last 16
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Ivory Coast fight back to pip Cameroon
Substitute Bazoumana Toure scored in stoppage time for Ivory Coast
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Sultans journey with PSL comes to an end
PCB will take over the franchise for the upcoming season
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Serie A title race enters New Year
Five clubs are in the mix for close contest for the title
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Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital
He was involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria
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Australia name squad for T20 World Cup
Cummins and Hazlewood return to the side
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Gasperini awaits emotional return to Atalanta
Roma travel to Bergamo aiming to keep pace with Serie A’s title contenders
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Rodri and Doku could return against Sunderland
Their return would boost a City side missing several players during a packed January schedule
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Mbappe suffers knee sprain in blow for Real Madrid
He could also miss the Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Atletico Madrid
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Brazil legend Roberto Carlos undergoes emergency heart surgery
He visited the hospital for a routine medical check-up
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Amorim still 'really confident' about Man Utd potential
Manager says the Red Devils will click once the squad is fit again
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Senegal top AFCON group
DR Congo to face Algeria in last 16











































































































