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Development funds remain largely underutilised
Ministries, divisions spent Rs220.19b out of Rs628.89b in first six month of fiscal year
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Three killed in attack on govt-backed commander
Assault, which took place in N Waziristan, left 10 others injured
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'Govt's talks committee nonfunctional now'
PML-N's Siddiqui says PTI has returned to violent politics
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SCBA president meets CJs Yahya, Farooq
Throws his weight behind recent appointments in judiciary
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Polio workers undeterred by harsh weather
Pakistan and neighbouring Afghanistan are the only countries where polio is endemic
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Salaried class likely to pay Rs570b in taxes
The salaried class has now become the third-largest tax-paying sector.
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Feb 8 'darkest day' in nation's history: Fazl
JUI-F chief claims government in K-P stitched together through rigging
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'Govt can't allow repeat of May 9'
Khawaja Asif says PTI resorts to mischief during international events
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Central banks grapple with uncertainty
Rate moves signal diverging paths as policymakers navigate foggy economic landscape
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Trade war, profit-taking pull PSX down by 3.4%
KSE-100 sheds 3,933 points amid US tariff attempts, local economic concerns
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Trump pushes for 'even' trade balance with Japan
Presses Tokyo to close $68.5 billion trade surplus; bring Japanese investment in US to $1 trillion
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Washington to announce reciprocal tariffs next week
Countries being hit not yet named; Republicans to unveil ambitious tax, spending package this weekend
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TRQ deal with EU to boost rice exports
Cabinet approves agreement on tariff rate quotas post-Brexit
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World food commodity prices fall in Jan
Decline fueled by lower prices of sugar and vegetable oils
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Pakistan to double IT exports to Saudi Arabia
Tech firms hope to capitalise on KSA's $100b AI project; take more companies to participate in LEAP 2025
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Albaik to expand into Pakistan
First branches expected to open soon; commerce minister engages in high-profile investment meetings
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Govt urged to take larger slice of US market
Industrialists demand reduction in taxes and energy costs
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Cane growers demand fair prices
Farmers decry delay in payments and high costs; millers reject notion of shortage
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Female TikToker found dead in Peshawar
Protesters raised slogans against the police and blocked traffic
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End transporters' harassment, orders PHC
Says security agencies should stop extorting money from vehicles under pretext of drug checks
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17-year-old girl recovered after public outcry
A raid at around 5 PM on Saturday in the Zehri Sunni Tehsil resulted in the arrest of 14 suspects
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PML-N responds to speculations over Sindh Governor's replacement
The current Sindh Governor was appointed in consultation with MQM Pakistan, an ally of PML-N.
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Army officer adopts infant girl rescued after being buried alive
Major Waqas, an army officer in Risalpur, visited hospital after learning of baby's plight and legally adopted her
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Watch: Rachin Ravindra bleeds after head blow while fielding
All-rounder left bleeding after being struck on the head by a ball during New Zealand's tri-series opener in Lahore
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Over 30 missing after landslide in Southwestern China; rescue efforts underway
President Xi orders an "all-out" rescue, urging authorities to minimize casualties and swiftly handle the aftermath
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Sindh bans daytime entry of dumpers in Karachi
The decision was made during high-level meeting chaired by Sindh Chief Secretary on the directives of CM Sindh
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Humanitarian workers struggle as US aid suspension disrupts life-saving efforts
Experts warn that dismantling USAID could disrupt billions in annual aid, severely impacting global health
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Shaheen Afridi bowls most expensive over of his ODI career
Pakistan conceded 84 runs off the final 5 overs, the most they have ever allowed in this phase of a home ODI.
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Five Pakistani TikTok creators nominated for travel content creator of the year
For the first time, two creators from Gilgit-Baltistan have been nominated for the prestigious award.
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PM shares willingness to cut taxes by 15% when possible
He also assured the business community that future policies would be formulated in consultation with them
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Mawra Hocane's movie shatters Ranbir Kapoor's 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' re-release record
The film saw 88,000 tickets sold on its first day of re-release, surpassing its previous opening performance.
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Saudi Arabia announces new visa policy for 14 countries, including Pakistan
The change, which took effect on February 1, 2025, aims to curb unauthorised Hajj participation
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No jobs for families of deceased civil servants under new govt rule
The decision will not apply to the families of law enforcement personnel who lose their lives in terrorist attacks.
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‘AI Seekho’ takes Karachi by storm: Students engage in Google’s AI initiative
100+ attendees actively participated in the sessions about AI, data science and machine learning
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A$AP Rocky prevents A$AP Twelvyy from answering crucial question during assault trial
During A$AP Rocky’s assault trial, he intervened when A$AP Twelvyy was asked about the meaning of ‘AWGE’.
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Haris Rauf injured in the opening match of tri-nation series
Pacer Haris Rauf was forced to walk off the field after just 6.2 overs due to an ankle injury.
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Government poised to impose additional taxes on salaried class
Five years ago, annual tax collection from salaried individuals stood at PKR 129 billion
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Identity revealed of man who blocked Maxine Waters and Maxwell Frost at Department of Education
Rep. Waters and Frost were denied entry at the Department of Education headquarters.
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Youm-e-Tameer-o-Tarraqi: A year of strength, growth, and progress
Today, February 8th, the nation marks Youm-e-Tameer-o-Tarraqi, celebrating one year of PM Shehbaz Sharif's government
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TikTok star Rajab Butt lands in hot water again over court order violation
Deputy Director Punjab Wildlife's Lahore region, confirmed that Butt’s actions violated court's explicit instructions
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PM directs coordinated disaster management plan as monsoon toll hits 178
NDMA chairman says monsoon intensity 60-70% higher than last year, with 2-3 extra weather spells already
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White House denies reports of Trump's visit to Pakistan
'A trip to Pakistan has not been scheduled at this time,' a White House official says
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Imran Khan held in 'death cell', claims PTI
PTI spokesperson says similar restrictions have been imposed on Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi
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Punjab declares emergency as torrential rains kill over 60 today
One-day holiday announced in Rawalpindi to mitigate impact as Pakistan Army joins rescue efforts
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Six of a family shot dead in Nawabshah ambush
Police cite old feud within Bhungwar community for sextuple murder
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Dar hails UAP railway agreement as milestone in regional connectivity
UAP Railway Project to connect Uzbekistan with Pakistan via Afghanistan, offering Central Asia access to seaports
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New property tax rates notified
Properties exceeding Rs100 million will be subject to a tax rate of 5.5%
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Pakistan, China agree to deepen ties
Beijing offers help in agriculture, mining sectors
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Stray dogs shot dead in private housing society despite court ban
Court has directed the Punjab government to enforce the TNVR policy
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Lahore zoo returns to govt control after private firm exits contract
Private firm had secured the contract on January 1, 2025, for a total value of Rs500 million
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MPA Dr Hamid’s home hit by IED in Bajaur
No fatalities reported in blast, police team reach site, collect forensic evidence
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Karachi bassist, members of Sabri Qawwal troupe killed in targeted ambush
At least 13 others injured as group's vehicle comes under fire while en route from Karachi to Quetta
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PAF to display air power at UK airshow
PAF's C-130 Hercules adorned with an exclusive livery inspired by this year’s theme, 'Eyes in the Skies'
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PR hikes passenger fares after diesel price surge
Pakistan Railways consumes approximately 350,000 litres of diesel per day
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Govt offloads another white elephant
Over 11,000 USC employees to be sent home from next month
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Gold prices dip in international and local markets
Locally, the price of gold per tola declined by Rs900, settling at Rs355,100
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PSX extends rally, crosses 138,000-point mark
Market reached an intraday high of 138,943.47 and a low of 136,674.98
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PSX scales new peak above 138,000
KSE-100 index soars 2,286 points, led by investor interest in energy stocks
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US investors eye Pakistan's port sector
Envoy calls for creating opportunities for US businesses
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Bulls stage comeback on earnings' prospects
Potential ratings upgrade, talks with traders drive index higher by 440 points
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Minister vows to transform Gwadar
Rs497m off-dock terminal near new airport to focus on fish, date exports to unlock Balochistan's economic potential
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First batch of Honda cars exported, gaps persist
38 locally assembled cars exported to Japan; experts call for urgent policy clarity to compete in global RHD market
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PR gears up for new Business Express
PM likely to inaugurate rail service but previous failure still haunts travellers
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Govt poised to do away with cross-subsidies for gas
Developing direct subsidy model for residential consumers to revitalise energy sector
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KCCI urged to invest in livestock, fisheries
The minister stressed the urgent need to shift from ocean fishing, as fish stocks deplete, to sustainable aquaculture
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Rupee slips 29 paisa amid import pressure
External outflows, SBP purchases also weigh; gold down Rs3,000/tola
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Cattle deals hit Rs4.6b online
Executive Director, DFS Group, SBP, Sohail Javaad, highlighted SBP's focus on building a digital economy
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Govt signs fresh sugar export deal
Despite IMF objection, new agreement allows exports if stocks exceed 7MMT
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Utility Stores to shut down by July 31
Closure of USC, part of govt’s broader privatisation plan, is set to reshape retail landscape
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PSX sees modest gains as KSE-100 closes 440 points up
Overall market activity remained subdued, with total traded volume at 702 million shares and turnover of Rs32 billion
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Fire at southern Iraq mall kills at least 69
Initial police report suggests fire first erupted on the floor where perfumes and cosmetics are sold
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At least 22 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza today
Gaza health ministry lists all war deaths, including 953 infants—nine killed the day they were born
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Heat melts Alps snow and glaciers, triggering water shortage
This happened in mid-August 2023, and could happen again
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Summit on Palestinian statehood in September
The French source said this month's meeting would be at ministerial level
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Israel bombs Syria army headquarters
Warns Damascus to leave Druze alone
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US, Bahrain reach civil nuclear deal
United States bombed Iranian nuclear facilities on June 22 as it joined Israel's 12-day war against its arch foe
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'Serious questions' over UK secret Afghan relocations: PM
Some 900 Afghans and 3,600 family members brought to Britain or are in transit
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UK PM suspends several Labour rebels
Political scientist Steven Fielding said the purge was a bid by Starmer to reinforce party discipline
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Bahrain announces $17 billion in US deals during Trump talks
Bahrain to purchase 12 Boeing aircraft and 40 General Electric engines, as Trump says Iran is on the agenda
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Pro-Palestinian demonstrator arrested at Tour de France
The man, wearing a t-shirt reading "Israel out of the Tour", was intercepted by a race staff member
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Starmer expels four Labour lawmakers after welfare reforms rebellion
UK PM reversed plans to cut disability and sickness benefits after MPs threatened to oppose proposals
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Syria says agreement reached to halt military operations in Sweida
Tuesday's truce had little impact, as over 300 died in violence across southern Syria
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Astronomers observe birth of a solar system for first time
The new planetary system is forming around the baby star HOPS-315 1,300 light years from Earth in the Orion Nebula
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Gaza death toll mounts with 51 killed today
At least 21 died in a stampede at the GHF aid facility
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Magnus Carlsen stunned as R Praggnanandhaa forces resignation at Freestyle Chess Grand Slam
Magnus Carlsen was stunned as he resigned against R Praggnanandhaa at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam in Las Vegas.
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PM Inter-Club Basketball set for Oct
PM's Coordinator Fahad Shafiq announces event, distributes prizes
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Archer keen to play remaining Ind Tests
He is also hoping to book a spot in upcoming Ashes
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Rahm 'confident' to lift British Open
He could become only the second Spaniard to lift the Claret Jug
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Five things to expect from TdF week two
The week will be crucial for the defending champion Tadej Pogacar
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Britain's Moore handed four-year ban
She was previously cleared of an anti-doping rule violation
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BCB faces backlash over tickets row
With no official BCB update, users flocked to the site early
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ICC confirms dates for cricket competition at LA28
The tournament will feature six teams each for men and women
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WC stakes fuel Pak-WI scheduling battle
Row could derail Pak Caribbean tour
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Saud, Saim climb in ICC rankings
The Pakistan vice-captain moved up one spot to 12th in the Test rankings
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Starc rips through WI in day-night Test
The hosts were bowled out for just 27 as Australia clinch series 3-0
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I want to just lie on my bed, says Stokes after Test win
England registered a 22-run victory to take 2-1 lead in five-match series
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Pak cueists shine at IBSF World Snooker
Impressive wins for Muhammad Asif and Hasnain Akhtar
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Spain: Team to beat in Euro knockouts
They are tipped to have a potential final against England
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ATP roundup: Majchrzak keeps momentum going
He defeats Terence Atmane 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 in the first round