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Punjab Assembly turns chaotic after slap sparks scuffle
Two MPAs suspended as situation escalates over disqualification of three PTI lawmakers
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Inflation to remain at 3.5–4.5% for July
June inflation hit 3.2% as FY25 average drops to 4.49%—lowest in 9 years, says finance ministry report
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German consulate halts visa services in Karachi for non-EU citizens
Consulate clarifies that all visa appointments have been cancelled and will not be rescheduled
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Ganweriwala excavation halts unexpectedly
Due to shortage of funds, archaeological work to showcase important site of Indus Valley civilization hangs in limbo
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Pakistan, US explore new trade avenues amid warming ties
FinMin seeks collaboration in IT, minerals and agriculture during meeting with US Chargé d'Affaires Elizabeth Horst
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ECP disqualifies three PTI lawmakers following ATC verdict in May 9 case
ECP confirms disqualification of Senator Ejaz Chaudhry, MNA Ahmad Chattha, and PA Opposition Leader Ahmad Khan Bhachar
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Curfew extended in Upper South Waziristan amid security concerns
DC says all bazaar, commercial areas, and public routes will remain closed throughout curfew
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PSX ends modestly higher but couldn’t hold 140k level
KSE-100 index gains 173 points, profit-taking in banking sector restricts advance
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PA opposition demands CJP’s intervention in May 9 cases
Demand was made through letter addressed to CJP Afridi, highlighting violations committed during trial proceedings
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Ex-CJP Khawaja files contempt plea against PM Shehbaz
Federal government failed to provide civilians convicted by military courts right to appeal, contends petition in SC
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Karachi traffic police cracks down on illegal parking fees collectors
Mayor Murtaza Wahab directs inspection teams to ensure regular inspection
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Thailand, Cambodia to enter unconditional ceasefire tonight
Malaysia led mediation as ASEAN chair with backing from US, China
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UNRWA underscores insufficient aid flow into Gaza
At least 41 Palestinians killed by Israeli attacks since dawn
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Pakistan floods death toll nears 280
NDMA urges provincial governments to remain on alert, prepared for emergency responses
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‘Mayi Ri’ does not need a sequel: Director Meesum Naqvi
How ‘Parwarish’ was created in response to high viewer demand for duo Aina-Samar
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Islamabad, Ankara call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
FM Dar holds talks with Turkish counterpart on aid to besieged enclave, two-state solution
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Tesla confirms $16.5 billion chip deal with Samsung for AI hardware
Tesla signs $16.5B chip supply deal with Samsung to produce next-gen AI chips at new Texas facility, Musk confirms
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Six killed in Bangkok market after gunman opens fire
No tourists killed or injured in shooting incident
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Zahra Khan, founder of 'If You Like Cheese' and vocal cancer awareness advocate, passes away
The baker and breast cancer awareness advocate documented her journey with terminal illness, inspiring thousands
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Alibaba to launch AI glasses in bid to rival Meta
Alibaba unveils Quark AI Glasses, powered by its own language model, marking its entry into the smart wearables market
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DOGE deploys AI to target thousands of federal regulations
DOGE is using AI to review 200,000 federal rules, aiming to eliminate half within a year of Trump’s return to office
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Marcus Morris Sr arrested on fraud charge, held without bond
Former NBA player Marcus Morris Sr. arrested in Florida over fraud charge linked to another state, held without bond
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Police suspect Sidra Arab killed by strangulation
Officials probe murder as honour killing; court to receive sealed findings from doctors post exhumation
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India cracks down on Bengali Muslims ahead of state polls
Thousands evicted in Assam as authorities intensify decades-old drive against illegal settlers
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Shadab Khan likely to miss Asia Cup 2025 due to injury
Pakistan's Shadab Khan is unlikely to recover in time for Asia Cup 2025 after undergoing shoulder surgery
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England’s Lionesses seal historic Euro 2025 title in Basel
England beat Spain on penalties to retain the Euros, winning their first major title on foreign soil
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TTP terrorist 'behind Chinese engineers attack' killed in Karachi operation
CTD chief links slain suspects to proscribed group's cell in Afghanistan
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405 honour killings recorded across Pakistan in 2024: HRCP
Balochistan incident sparked outrage, 16 arrests - but is it enough?
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Trump, Starmer to hold talks on trade, Gaza starvation
Starmer hopes to negotiate a drop in US steel, aluminum tariffs
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Torrential rain displaces over 4,400 in Beijing
Power outages affect over 10,000 areas of Miyun
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UN ministers meet on Israel, Palestine
France to push recognition of Palestinian state while US, Israel boycott
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US-EU strike trade deal in transatlantic standoff
Trump, bloc chief agree on 15% levy on EU exports
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27 Palestinians dead in Israeli strikes
Food airdropped into Gaza as 'tactical pause' in military operations begun
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AJK govt 'failed to shoulder' Kashmir cause: Gilani
He noted that the people of Jammu and Kashmir were the primary party in the plebiscite
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Governor praises CM after being called out for transgression
Information Minister, seemingly ignorant of the governor's constitutional authority
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Monsoon continues to wreak havoc as fresh spell looms
Six more die; NDMA puts overall death toll at 271
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Five die in firing on Tirah protesters
PM, K-P CM condemn incident; govt announces compensation
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Nine killed in Chakwal road mishap
Accident was so severe that eight passengers died on the spot
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3 new polio cases push national tally to 17
Polio is a highly contagious and incurable disease that can cause lifelong paralysis
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Pakistan reaffirms balanced ties with US, China
DPM Dar says country out of diplomatic isolation; US can help resolve Kashmir dispute
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Govt bans land travel for Arbaeen pilgrims
Decision taken because of Balochistan situation; PIA schedules four special flights to ferry zaireen
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$600m tea import bill exposes neglected commercialisation
Key obstacles include lack of contiguous land plots, water availability, technical expertise and processing technology
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Tariff threat forces EU to hedge bets
Sweeping US levies on European exports rupture trust, spark calls for self-reliance
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Brain drain costs economy $4.2 billion annually
While it brings billions in remittances, real cost is not just economic, it's loss of ideas, innovation, leadership
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Criminal action sought against officials over deaths, injuries during Basant
Petitioner contended that Basant festival turned into a deadly threat for citizens rather than a celebration
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Sindh govt orders release of PTI detainees held under MPO, forms Gul Plaza inquiry
Justice Agha Faisal appointed to lead single-member commission probing Gul Plaza fire
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Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz arrives in Quetta for one-day visit
Maryam Nawaz to meet attack victims’ families, hold talks with leaders
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Rawalpindi textile factory blaze stopped after 16 hours of firefighting
Rescue officials say cooling continues as cracks appear in three-storey building, crews fight from a safe distance
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Indonesia ready to collaborate with Pakistan in palm oil, agriculture, says minister
Dar says visit comes after presidential exchanges as talks cover IT, trade, AI, defence cooperation
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Most Pakistanis back Gaza mission, but only with UN and Muslim alliance approval
Gallup survey finds strong support tied to conditions, with caution over risks and preference for legitimacy
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Nepra’s shift from net metering to net billing draws criticism over rooftop solar impact
Political leaders and analysts have questioned Nepra’s move to abolish net metering, calling it a blow to consumers
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CM Afridi vows to engage with 'even those I dislike for K-P rights'
K-P CM vows to recover Rs4,700bn dues from Centre, criticises silence on corruption, 'forced evacuations'
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Karachi court grants extension of interim bail for YouTuber Rajab Butt
Complainant’s lawyer argued that court session was scheduled for 8:30am, but accused appeared at 9:30am
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Lahore court grants bail to five accused in Bhati Gate manhole deaths case
Judge cites settlement, orders release on surety bonds while case continues
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Tekken star Arslan Ash relocates to Japan as new competitive base
E-sports icon says Japan will be his new base as he targets more global titles, while still representing Pakistan
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Punjab to hold three-day Ramazan Savings Festival in Lahore
Subsidised food, family activities planned at Jilani Park from Feb 13 to 15
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PM Shehbaz to attend Trump-led Board of Peace meeting in Washington
Pakistan to push Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian access and reconstruction at Feb 19 talks
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SC appoints Salman Safdar friend of court, orders access to Imran Khan
Bench seeks report on PTI founder’s living conditions by Wednesday
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Zardari welcomes Uzbek outreach, highlights trade and sectoral cooperation
President reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepen cooperation with Uzbekistan across key sectors
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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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Bullion surges to Rs524,762/tola on softer dollar
Extends gains as investors await key US economic data; rupee stable
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Moody's cuts bank outlook to stable
Agency view contradicts SBP confidence, flags heavy govt lending
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Stocks extend losses as selling pressure persists
KSE-100 drops 1,789 points amid lingering uncertainties, geopolitical fears
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Saudi capital sought as debt risks stay high
Aurangzeb links macro stability, Saudi interest in key sectors at AlUla forum
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Govt seeks Russian support to revive PSM
Govt pursuing PM Shehbaz's vision of restoring steel mills as viable national asset
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'No reopening Chinese energy debt'
Iqbal warns renegotiating $15b deals will raise risk premium, undermine trust
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Explosive product licences issued without cabinet's nod
Petitioner asks petroleum secretary to take action against irregularities
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Heavy metal pollution threatens tomato exports
Industrial contamination risks yields, food safety as researchers explore bioremediation solutions
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Germany flags apparel export stagnation
Envoy says export today is nearly same as a decade ago, calls for diversification
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Moody’s revises Pakistan banking sector outlook from positive to stable
International credit rating agency projects Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3.5 per cent in 2026
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Clean energy: what we hand over to next generation
From public health to industrial competitiveness, energy choices today shape future workforce and economy
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South Korea watchdog says tougher crypto rules needed after $40 billion giveaway
FSS governor Lee Chan-jin said the incident exposed structural flaws in virtual-asset electronic systems
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Indonesia says proposed Gaza peacekeeping force could total 20,000 troops
Awaits international mandate before deploying up to 8,000 troops for a new Gaza peacekeeping force
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South Korea to start reviewing US investment projects ahead of enacting bill
South Korea acts to soothe trade tensions after Trump threatens auto tariffs over delayed $350bn investment bill
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Australia urges calm after violent clashes in Sydney during Israeli President's visit
Police use tear gas, pepper spray to disperse thousands opposing Herzog’s visit
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New Zealand mosque shooter showed anxiety, not depression, say former lawyers
Lawyers say Tarrant was fit to plead, contradicting his claims of mental distress at appeal hearing
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PAF showcases JF-17 Block-III, Super Mushshak at World Defence Show in Saudi Arabia
ISPR says participation highlights Pakistan’s indigenous aerospace and export potential
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PM Shehbaz to attend Trump-led Board of Peace meeting in Washington
Pakistan to push Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian access and reconstruction at Feb 19 talks
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Muslim bloc warns Israel against West Bank annexation
Accuses Zionist state of entrenching settlement activity
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Bangladesh poll campaign ends
Muslim-majority nation will elect a 350-seat parliament
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Israeli forces kill four in Gaza
Israel has responded to similar incidents in recent months by carrying out airstrikes across the enclave
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Japan PM basks in historic election triumph
LDP wins two-thirds majority in lower house
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Bangladesh secures 19% US tariff and exemption for some apparel made with US material
Bangladesh cut US tariffs to 20% last August from 37%, easing pressure on apparel exporters
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Epstein accomplice Maxwell refuses to answer questions from US House panel
Lawyers sought Congress approval for her legal immunity to testify, but lawmakers declined
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US to turn over two NATO command posts to Europeans, military source says
Move fits Trump’s push for Europe to take more security responsibility in a European-led NATO
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Somalia signs defence agreement with Saudi Arabia
The deal follows Israel recognising Somaliland, a self-declared state still claimed by Mogadishu
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Iran says it could dilute enriched uranium if all sanctions are lifted
Iranian president says new talks will offer 'appropriate opportunity for a fair and balanced resolution of this case'
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Australia forward Goodwin suffers injury blow ahead of World Cup
Rehabilitation period would likely see Goodwin miss Australia's home friendlies against Cameroon in late March
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'All the pressure' on Pakistan as USA out to inflict another T20 shock
Pakistan may bring back batsman Fakhar Zaman to replace Babar Azam who has been criticised for slow scoring
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Walee group buys PSL Multan franchise for record fee of Rs2.45b
Walee group owner renames the franchise to Rawalpindi
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UAE eye upset in T20 World Cup
They will begin their campaign against New Zealand
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Nepal’s grit wins applause
They suffered a narrow loss to England
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Pakistan, South Africa women T20I series to begin on Tuesday
This is their first tour for a bilateral series since 2021
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Pakistan’s Alpine Club seeks to boost mountaineering tourism
Khan outlined plans to improve modern infrastructure for domestic and international climbers
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Malinin keeps USA golden in Olympic figure skating team event
Japan finished one point behind in silver, while host nation Italy claimed bronze
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Liverpool improvement not reflected in results, says Slot
The English champions have won just one of their seven Premier League games in 2026
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Man City fight back to end Anfield hoodoo and reel in Arsenal
Haaland’s stoppage-time penalty seals a dramatic 2-1 win against Liverpool
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Real Madrid edge Valencia to stay on Barca's tail
Carreras’ first-half brilliance and Mbappe’s stoppage-time goal secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory for their side
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PSG trounce Marseille to move back top of Ligue 1
Brace from Dembele and late goals from Kvaratskhelia and Lee Kang-in secure PSG’s 5-0 victory over Marseille
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Dimarco helps Inter to eight-point lead in Serie A
Juventus were held 2-2 by Lazio after a late equaliser from Pierre Kalulu
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Scotland spoil Italy's T20 World Cup debut with big win
Tournament debutants suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland
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England cling on to beat Nepal
Harry Brook’s men secured a four-run victory










































































































