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Govt cuts diesel price by Rs3 per litre, keeps petrol unchanged
Diesel price brought down to Rs269.99 per litre, while petrol remains steady at Rs264.61 per litre
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NDMA issues alert for new spell of heavy rains
Most of Islamabad, Punjab under serious threat of flooding from Sept 1 to 3
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Punjab launches massive afforestation, eco-tourism drive under CM’s directives
'Chief Minister’s Plant for Pakistan Initiative' envisions planting over 51m trees on 50,869 acres across province
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Indonesian parties agree to cut lawmakers’ perks amid deadly protests
Protests over lawmakers’ high pay turned violent after a rideshare driver was killed during police action Friday
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Agha lauds Pak batting brilliance
He urges improvement in death bowling
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Devastating floods have displaced nearly 2m people
Climate change minister urges nation, NGOs to come forward, extend all possible help
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Pakistan, Armenia establish diplomatic relations
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar exchanges joint communique with Armenian counterpart Ararat Mirzoyan
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Israel says Hamas spokesperson Abu Ubaida killed in Gaza strike
Netanyahu said Abu Ubaida was targeted in a joint army-Shin Bet Gaza strike; military confirmed it happened Saturday
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Govt shuts down all utility stores across country
Minister Tariq Fazal reveals USC currently employs 11,614 workers, set to receive Rs28 billion severance package
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Food prices soar in Lahore as floods disrupt supply
Floods in Punjab disrupt food supply to Lahore, leaving markets short on perishables and triggering sharp price hikes
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Triplets in Gujranwala die at birth as floods block hospital access
Family arranged boat to shift mother dealing with complications during labour to medical facility but to no avail
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Namibia road crash kills 14, including correctional officers and civilians
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the tragedy occurred in a head-on collision on the B1 highway near Mariental
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Rs2.6tr debt repaid ahead of schedule: Schehzad
30% of SBP debt retired before its slated maturity in 2029, says advisor to finance minister
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Xi tells SCO leaders to shoulder greater role in safeguarding regional peace
Xi says SCO must boost peace, stability, and prosperity, urging unity and cooperation at leaders’ summit in China
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Jackson hopes to revive Bayern move after Chelsea halt loan deal
Chelsea pulled out of deal after injury to Liam Delap
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Augsburg's Fellhauer leaves hospital after concussion against Bayern
Boey collided with Fellhauer while contesting a high ball
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Ruthless China’s thrashed Kazakhstan 13-0 at Asia Cup 2025
Hosts India managed to get past Japan 3-2
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Man Utd stars back Amorim says De Ligt
Defender insists players must take responsibility for the team’s poor start
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Displaced Pakistani women face uncertainty amid rising floodwaters
Monsoon rains swell three major rivers in Punjab, Pakistan’s agricultural hub housing nearly half of 255m people
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Erdoğan pledges solidarity with flood-hit Pakistan on SCO sidelines
Pakistan, Türkiye reaffirm solidarity, stronger ties and joint stance on Gaza crisis
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First India-Pakistan match since conflict fires up Asia Cup
The arch-rivals clash on September 14 at Dubai International Stadium
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The math of survival: K-P’s stakes in the 11th NFC
Discussions on NFC award hold existential significance for K-P, as it bears developmental and security burdens
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The fall of the Pakistani drama
Once, a single dialogue could shake our conscience, now an entire drama can't stir our souls
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Lessons in fear: the unfinished fight against corporal punishment
Loopholes and weak enforcement leave children vulnerable to beatings at the hands of their teachers
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When hospitals become HIV vectors
Lack of adherence to infection control SOPs has turned healthcare facilities into hubs of deadly outbreaks
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Trump’s 50% tariffs on India: Pakistan’s big break
With India’s dominance in US supply chains disrupted, Pakistan could step in and fill the gaps
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Love stories — in AI
A ChatGPT update sheds light on how modern love has taken a somewhat dark turn
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Sindh braces for 'super floods' as CM reviews Guddu Barrage defenses
Provincial government maps riverine settlements, prepares evacuation strategy for families
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Terrorism prosecution in Pakistan: a follow-up
Has terrorism prosecution through the rule of law kept pace with the changing threat in Pakistan?
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Drowning in our own neglect
Punjab’s cities are flooded again, not from the monsoon alone, but from encroachment and failed governance
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Can Barça’s homecoming stay on track?
A decisive meeting on August 31 will determine if a partial reopening is viable
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Zardari assents 'draconian' anti-terror amendment into law
'Law designed to ensure transparency, accountability in detentions, with built-in three-year sunset clause'
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Hassan and Kiros smash course records to win Sydney Marathon
Both Kiros and Hassan clocked course records of 2:06:06 and 2:18:22
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Shi sets up badminton world final with Kunlavut
World number one beat Canadian Lai 13-21, 22-20, 21-16
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Schools in Lahore barring flood-hit areas to reopen Sept 1
Several educational institutes across city serving as relief camps, shelter homes to remain closed
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Igamane hits debut double for seven-goal Lille
The French side thrashed Lorient 7-1
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Bayern survive late Augsburg scare, Ten Hag's tough start continues
Bayern held off their Bavarian rivals to seal a 3-2 victory
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Last-gasp Anguissa fires Napoli past Cagliari, Roma keep pace
Matias Soule’s strike saw Roma beat Pisa 1-0
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Modi tells Xi India seeks stronger ties with China
Both leaders had breakthrough meeting in Russia last year after reaching a border patrol agreement
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Real Madrid overturn Mallorca as Atletico held
Guler and Vinicius Jr scored in quick succession for Los Blancos
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Joao Neves bags stunning hat-trick as PSG put six past Toulouse
Dembele netted two penalties and Barcola was also on target
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China's Wang grabs three-shot LPGA lead at TPC Boston
The 26-year-old rookie produced a flawless bogey-free 7-under 65 to storm into a three-shot lead
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Anti-immigration marches draw thousands in Australia
Australian government slams 'March for Australia', branding them divisive, extremist
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PM Shehbaz joins world leaders at SCO summit reception
Premier says his government's policies closely align with President Xi's vision
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Ostapenko apologises for 'no education' Townsend jibe
The Latvian said her emotions got the better of her and admitted her words were inappropriate
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Sinner, Swiatek tested at US Open as Gauff sets up Osaka showdown
Auger-Aliassime beats Zverev in four-set thriller
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Punjab under 'extremely high flood' threat again as India opens dam gates
PDMA declares 'next 36 hours critical' as heavy rainfall forecast in upper catchment areas until September 3
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Putin arrives in Tianjin for SCO summit
SCO summit in Tianjin spotlights Beijing’s vision for post-US world order
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Households continue to exploit child labour in Punjab
Despite legal safeguards, thousands of children are still engaged in domestic work behind closed doors
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IMF approves $1.2b tranche for Pakistan amid reform commitments
Aurangzeb assures IMF Pakistan remains committed to sound policies, reforms for sustainable growth
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Interior ministry rejects reports of Pakistanis being deported from UAE
Govt says no country- or sect-specific deportations are being carried out from the UAE under routine laws
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Pakistan High Commission in London marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Pakistani community in UK pays glowing tributes to armed forces, political leadership and nation
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Alleged drug cases reported in 58 Pakistani universities in 2025
HEC officials say formal monitoring system introduced to curb drug use and smoking in institutions
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Dar seeks Singapore help for return of 11 Pakistanis held on US-seized vessels
He seeks to secure return of 20 Iranian seafarers also aboard vessels near Singaporean waters
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Senate resolution lauds armed forces
House pays tribute to CDF Field Marshal Munir for his courageous leadership
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Expats may get relief in PTA phone taxes
Minister said different tax rates had been fixed for different mobile phone models
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Pakistan, Qatar discuss Mideast peace
Both leaders agreed to maintain close communication and coordination on all issues of mutual interest
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Araghchi briefs Dar on his China visit
Araghchi also thanked Pakistan for facilitating the repatriation of Iranian nationals from the seized vessels earlier
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Pakistan set for $200m IMF resilience fund
IMF board is likely to take up Pakistan-related matters in an important meeting scheduled for Friday
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FCC upholds termination in quota case
Chief Justice further observed that the unlawful appointments had been made by the relevant institutions
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PTI leaders denied meeting with Imran in Adiala
Govt defends medical care for PTI founder, wife
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PM vows sustained push for G-B, AJK development
Sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme
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FO stresses diplomacy in ties with India
Expects Iran-US deal 'sooner rather than later'
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PSX plunges over 1,700 points as investors book gains
KSE-100 index closes at 171,115 points as market witnessed typical profit-taking session on Friday after recent rally
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Gold prices decline by Rs2,700 in local market as silver rises
Price of silver per tola increases by Rs80 to Rs8,525 in Pakistan
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Bill penalising borrowers deferred
NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter's property after first notice
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Oil prices jump on renewed US-Iran hostilities
Brent crude futures were up $1.20, or 1.2%, at $101.26 a barrel
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Saudi assures continued energy support
Both sides exploring refinery upgradation projects as technical talks progress
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Telecom sector seeks budget tax relief
Proposals include lower withholding tax, customs duty abolition on 5G equipment
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'Illicit cigarettes cost Rs350b a year'
Weak enforcement, not lack of laws, fuels informal trade, minister told
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PSX stays bullish, nears 173,000
KSE-100 index adds 1,190 points over easing US-Iran tensions
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LCCI presents budget proposals to FinMin
Chamber urges end to policy instability, restoration of final tax regime
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Cannabis control body plans Rs200m renovation
Funding required to operationalise facilities in building taken over from S&T ministry
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Record 4,082 companies registered in April
The total number of registered companies has reached 294,101
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Foreign reserves rise by $23m
Gold climbs to Rs496,762 per tola amid global rally
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SBP purchases $27b in 3.5 years
Governor defends rate hike; economy seen growing over 4% in third quarter
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Gold price rises by Rs7,800 per tola in local market
Price of 10 grams of gold in Pakistan increases by Rs6,687
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Oil prices rise as investors weigh Middle East peace prospects
Brent crude futures were up 54 cents, or 0.5%, at $101.81 a barrel
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Pentagon releases 1st batch of declassified UFO files
More than 160 files released
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Hostage-taking at German bank over, no one hurt: police
The standoff began at 9 a.m. after suspects intercepted an armoured van at a bank branch
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Fact check: Viral video of missile attack is not linked to Mideast tensions, shows 2024 Ukraine strike on Russia
Viral video wrongly claimed missile strikes on Dubai, Iran amid ongoing Mideast tensions
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Rubio says US should get Iran response today
'The hope is it’s something that can put us into a serious process of negotiation,' US state secretary says
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Vatican's careful words on Pope-Rubio meeting imply deep Trump tensions
Vatican says two leaders 'renewed the shared commitment to fostering good bilateral relations'
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What the US, China want from Trump’s Beijing visit
Tariff truce, trade restrictions, Iran war to figure prominently in high-stakes Xi-Trump summit
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Pope Leo, after Rubio meeting, asks God to inspire leaders to calm tensions
Pope asks worshippers to pray global governments turn away from violence
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UK's Starmer vows to fight on after Labour punished in local polls
Labour lost support in areas including traditional strongholds of central, northern England, some parts of London
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Indonesia volcanic eruption kills three hikers: officials
Seven people safe, 10 missing in off-limits volcanic area after activity increases
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Russia, Ukraine trade major attacks ahead of Kremlin's WWII celebrations
Ukraine says Russia lobbed more than 850 strikes with drones, more than 140 strikes on Kyiv's frontline positions
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WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in 'limited' outbreak
Says given incubation period of the virus, which can be up to 6 weeks, more cases may be reported
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Child deaths mount from Bangladesh measles outbreak
Last year, vaccine coverage was only 59%, but 95% coverage of children is needed to ensure herd immunity
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World awaits Iran response to peace deal
Iran accused the United States of violating a ceasefire by targeting two ships at the Strait of Hormuz
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Trump gives EU until July 4 to ratify deal or face tariff hike
US president said he spoke to EU chief Ursula von der Leyen about the issue
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BJP political aide killed in West Bengal
At least five people have been killed since announcement of state election results
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Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaos
Alvaro Arbeloa's side trail the reigning champions by 11 points
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F1 and Sky agree five-year extensions
The UK and Ireland deal will now run through the 2034 season
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Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double
He is the clear favourite for the Giro
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Badminton looks to future
The BWF said it will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade tournaments
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Roma's Champions League return back on
Juventus and AC Milan are also hoping to finish Serie A as top four
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Williamson named in NZ squad for Ireland, England Tests
Will Young left out in favour of Henry Nicholls
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Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich
They will face undefeated Arsenal in the Champions League final
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Pakistan to take on Bangladesh in 1st Test from tomorrow
The two-match series will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka
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K-P’s young sailors defy odds to bring glory home
Hijab Ajmal demands government’s support, training facilities locally
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LIV sees hope for new sponsors
PIF said it will pull the plug on backing LIV once the season concludes
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20
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US hotel bookings far behind expectations
Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings
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Forest have history in their sights
Pereira's side will defend a 1-0 lead from the semi-final first leg
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
The Spanish star settled outstanding penalties
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20













































































































