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Rice purchase demand hits US-Japan talks
Tokyo opposes condition, terms it interference in domestic affairs
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Youth aim to bring innovation to local industries
Young people get hands-on training at Luban Workshop to promote automation across multiple sectors
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Banana harvest hits record 317,000 tonnes
Farmers shift to high-yield varieties as crop outpaces mango in profitability
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Dissent emerges over SECP's lavish pay hike
Despite claims of unanimity, commerce secretary was absent and private member opposed salary rise
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Bourse ends August on high note
KSE-100 hits record 150,591 level and ends at 148,618, up over 9,200 points
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Egypt signs $340m oil, gas exploration deals
Gas production in May was 3,545 million cubic metres
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Mortgage lending picks up after 2-year decline
SBP data points to cautious recovery as stable macro conditions and lower borrowing costs revive housing loans
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Minister urges industry support to boost exports
Kamal Khan calls for removing barriers, reducing costs, and enabling businesses to compete in global markets
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China tariffs pave way for high seafood exports to US
Pakistan can tap full potential as Washington extends authorisation by 4 years
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$1.8b at risk on spectrum auction delay
Network congestion is crippling services; merger dispute delays 5G auction
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Indonesia's president cancels China trip as protests continue
The government says that disinformation has spurred protests against it
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EU to work on using frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine after war
Those calls have intensified as Ukraine faces a funding gap of tens of billions of euros for next year alone
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Putin lambasts trade sanctions
Russia and China jointly opposed "discriminatory" sanctions in global trade
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PM of Yemen's Houthi govt killed in Israeli strike
Several ministers believed killed in Sanaa attack
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UN chief seeks China's support
Guterres is in China's northern port city of Tianjin for a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
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Most Trump tariffs are not legal, US appeals court rules
The court allowed the tariffs to remain in place through October 14
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Red Cross warns against evacuation of Gaza City
Israel tightens siege on area ahead of offensive
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PM lands in Tianjin ahead of high-stakes SCO summit
Pakistan to reaffirm commitment to multilateralism, stability
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NEPRA to set up national electricity system
Currently K-Electric and DISCOs have separate systems for calculating electricity costs
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Indian spy sentenced to 20 years in Pakistan
Usman, holding dual Afghan and Indian citizenship, convicted of espionage and terrorism
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President approves change in 11th NFC
President approves change in 11th NFC
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Floods head south after ravaging heartland
Deluge leaves trail of destruction; 1.65m people at risk in Sindh; Torrents expected to enter Balochistan on Sept 2
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Trump 'cancels' India visit for Quad
Trump 'cancels' India visit for Quad
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Chicago mayor says police will not aid federal troops or agents
White House calls city order a publicity stunt
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UK police arrest five in London during anti-asylum protest
Two police officers suffered minor injuries
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'Honkai: Nexus Anima' infringes on Nintendo patent: expert
Feature of flying mounts in game is also disputed in Palworld lawsuit
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Hip Hop is Gen-Z's favourite genre on Spotify in Pakistan
Late evening listening and playlist curation on the rise
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Paramount in talks to get 'Call of Duty' film rights
Video game series could finally become a movie if the company obtains them
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Adele rumoured to release new album in 2026
Her fifth is inspired by London pubs, European pop and house sounds
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Del Toro's 'Frankenstein' shuns horror for humanity at Venice
Netflix to release film after limited October cinema run
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Maya in no hurry to get married
Actor believes you need a connection before you commit to someone
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Top court raps government for routine delay in filing appeals
The judgment stated that the standard plea for condoning delays is almost always the same
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Five law enforcers martyred in K-P terrorist attacks
Terrorists belonged to the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)
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PPP still in dark over 'runners-up' seat formula
Seeks clarity as PML-N seat-sharing formula leaves party guessing
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EOBI pensions raised, payments from Sept 1
Under this disbursement, the EOBI will release nearly Rs10 billion in monthly pension payments
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Uncle arrested for drugging, raping niece
Suspect allegedly sedated seven relatives including minors
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Medics say Abbasi Shaheed Hospital 'on ventilator support'
Demand release of salaries, slam city mayor's 'irresponsible statement'
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Flood may impact 1.65m in 14 Sindh districts
Sharjeel Memon warns of rising Indus Waters threatening thousands of families
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TV cameraman slaughters wife
Qamar Abidi accuses spouse of infidelity, confesses to his crime later
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Progress or price — green belts make way for Education City
Disputed project has already claimed 9,000 acres of Malir land, 2,817 acres more allocated
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One week on, blast-hit school awaits repairs
While students and staff suffer, officials say Rs100m plan drawn up for reconstruction
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Liaqat Bagh turns into rubbish dump
RWMC has established a waste depot within Liaqat Bagh, where hundreds of tonnes of refuse have accumulated
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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













































































































