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How history has shaped Iranians' psyche
Long conflict between Iran, external powers not merely a story of geopolitical rivalry, a story of repeated disruption
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Lessons from the Iran war
Quitting with finesse, rather than clinging to conflict, is what ultimately shapes history
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Future scenario and security architecture in Middle East
Post-war, increased insecurity in West Asia may result in enhanced dependence upon US-designed security architecture
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New teaching practices
Govt must ensure input with all stakeholders that involves student, teacher, parents, educationalists, policymakers
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Mpox threat
A reactive posture will not contain what could become a wider public health crisis
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Impartial appointments
IMF expresses concerns over appointments in autonomous and national bodies based on political bias
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Political recalibrations in South Asia
While smaller states have now begun to reject Indian hegemony, they are not trying to form any counter-hegemonic blocs
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Iranians pay tribute to slain supreme leader weeks after killing
Supporters rally nationwide with flags and portraits after Khamenei was assassinated in a Feb 28 US-Israeli strike
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PM Shehbaz vows to advance peace efforts in call with Lebanese counterpart amid Israeli attacks
Condemns Israel’s ongoing aggression, reiterates facilitating dialogue through the upcoming Iran–US talks in Islamabad
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Fact check: Viral clip of Pakistan envoy criticising Israel in UNSC over Lebanon attacks is old
Video from March 2026; unrelated to current attacks, shows official criticizing past Israel-Lebanon violence
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Halt to Iran attacks means Netanyahu's corruption trial will resume on Sunday
His trial has been repeatedly delayed due to his official commitments, with no end date in sight
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Allama Naqvi says Pakistan played responsible mediatory role as sincere, friendly neighbour
Says Pakistan should work in coordination with Russia, China to transform temporary ceasefire into lasting peace
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Sindh government forms high-level ministerial committee to review Gul Plaza fire findings
Committee tasked with formulating a comprehensive strategy to implement the commission’s recommendations
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Piastri focused on closing gap
Australian named top earning sportsperson
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Gujarat survive final-over chaos
They claimed one-run victory over Delhi Capitals
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Como's UCL bid tested
They host Inter Milan on Sunday
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Islamabad United overpower Qalandars in one-sided PSL 11 clash
Conway, Faiq guide United to easy nine wicket win over defending champions
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Fact check: Viral video of Shashi Tharoor criticising Indian PM Modi over Pakistan’s role in US-Iran ceasefire is doctored
Video showed visual and audio discrepancies; even Tharoor’s tone and delivery differed from his usual speech pattern
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US-Iran talks: PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir affirm 'all out support' to both sides for peaceful agreement
Both leaders express satisfaction over de-escalation achieved so far, underscore importance of maintaining ceasefire
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Lambiase to leave Red Bull
He will join McLaren in senior race engineering role
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Leicester close to third tier
They hover just above the drop zone with five games left
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Medvedev thrashed at Monte Carlo
He was defeated by Matteo Berrettini 6-0, 6-0
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PSG beat Liverpool in quarter-finals
Goals from Doue and Kvaratskhelia give the French side a 2-0 win over the Gunners
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Atletico punish 10-man Barcelona
Goals from Alvarez and Sorloth sealed a 2-0 win
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Israeli strikes on Lebanon jeopardise Iran truce; talks planned but Hormuz Strait still shut
Islamabad locked down for US–Iran talks as Hormuz blockade stays and Iran ties deal to Israel actions
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'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style' exhibition to open at Buckingham Palace
Exhibition serves as a tribute to the late monarch, showcasing remarkable evolution of her style across 10 decades
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Kris Jenner goes viral in China as Gen Z’s 'good luck charm'
Images of the reality TV star go viral in China where Gen Z hail her as a lucky icon, sparking confusion in the US
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Israeli army claims it killed secretary to Hezbollah leader in Beirut strike
Israeli military says overnight strikes hit Hezbollah sites, killing aide close to Naim Qassem
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PM Shehbaz thanks world leaders for appreciating Pakistan's role in US-Iran ceasefire
PM Shehbaz thanks Macron for supporting Pakistan's diplomatic efforts
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Gold prices in Pakistan fall amid decline in global market
The price of gold per tola decreased by Rs9,500 in the local market
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Saudi, Iranian FMs hold first call since start of US-Israel war against Iran
Saudi foreign ministry says call reviewed ways to slow tensions to help restore regional security
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Spain condemns Israeli attacks on Lebanon, reopens Tehran embassy
Says Israel broke ceasefire, escalating tensions in Lebanon
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Justin Bieber rumoured to perform early hits at Coachella
Singer headlines Coachella 2026, teasing hits from 'My World' and iconic throwbacks for fans
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PSX closes above 165,000 points amid geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices
Trading activity remained robust, with volumes reaching 456 million shares
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As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz
Iran now effectively controls the Strait, dictating who can pass and under what conditions
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Trump criticises NATO over Iran in meeting with alliance's boss
US president’s criticism underscores widening cracks in transatlantic alliance
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Pakistan strongly condemns Israeli aggression against Lebanon: FO
Calls on international community to take urgent, concrete steps to end aggression
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Trump's abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage
US president’s reversal spotlights risks of mixing threats with diplomacy
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Pakistan's envoy to US hails diplomacy for successful US-Iran ceasefire
'This is a victory for diplomacy and dialogue,' Rizwan Saeed Sheikh says in interview with CNN
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Dar, Saudi FM discuss Lebanon ceasefire violations in phone call
DPM appreciates Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan’s efforts towards achieving lasting peace
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Naqvi assures foolproof security for US-Iran ceasefire talks in Islamabad
Interior minister meets US Charge d'Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker, discusses arrangements for high-level talks
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Saurabh Shukla talks SRK's debut with daughter Suhana Khan for 'King'
Veteran actor lauds Shah Rukh Khan’s professionalism on set, highlighting his evolution and support for Suhana
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As US and Iran talk truce, Israel digs in for a 'forever war'
Ceasefire efforts clash with Israel’s expanding military footprint
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Lebanon must be covered by ceasefire agreement, French foreign minister says
Govt representatives of France, UK condemn Israel bombarding Lebanon, US-Iran ceasefire under strain
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Mawra, Urwa Hocane talk crying on-screen, life behind the spotlight
Sisters open up about childhood memories, emotional moments on set, and staying connected despite busy careers
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Exams postponed at three Islamabad centres on April 9, 10
As per notification, revised dates for these examinations will be announced in due course
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NASA Artemis II astronauts prepare to end moon mission in 'fireball' re-entry
Astronauts share emotions as Artemis II nears dramatic Earth return
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Japan weighs new release of about 20 days' worth of oil from reserves, Kyodo says
Japan dependent on Middle East for 95% of supply, began releasing from stockpiles on March 16
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Rawalpindi declares two-day public holiday in view of US-Iran talks
Several roads in Islamabad will remain closed at different times on April 9 and 10
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Oil rebounds as fragile Gulf ceasefire, constrained Hormuz keep supply risks elevated
Supply fears persist as fragile ceasefire keeps oil markets volatile
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Up to 1,500kg explosives used in deadly Bannu terrorist attack: police report
States Afghanistan-based terrorists involved in attack, killing 15 personnel; Pakistan summons Afghan envoy
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FM Dar praises US assistance in repatriation of Pakistani, Iranian seafarers in meeting with CdA Baker
Both discuss Middle East situation and Pakistan-US bilateral relations
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IHC summons response from Adiala authorities on refusal to accept Imran's power of attorney
TTAP says efforts to deprive Imran of his legal, constitutional rights part of 'systematic effort'
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LHC orders return of Rs70 million deposited by CM Maryam in Chaudhry Sugar Mills Case
Maryam's counsel says Captain (r) Safdar Awan will receive the amount once the written order is issued
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Pakistan issues 'strong demarche' to Afghan Chargé d'Affaires over Bannu attack
Says Pakistan reserves the right to respond decisively against the perpetrators of this barbaric act
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Storms kill several in Swabi, Mardan
Floods hit Shangla; lightning and rain leave multiple injured in K-P
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Qaiser, Kundi call for end to K-P deprivation
K-P governor urges addressing concerns of all stakeholders
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Islamabad, Dhaka agree to boost ties
Naqvi highlights investment potential as talks focus on trade, culture
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SC urges restraint to ensure peace
Says sectarian differences cannot justify exclusion of Muslims from public mosques
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31 injured in Mastung warehouse blaze
The intense blaze engulfed the entire warehouse
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PTCL warns of 7-day internet disruption
Company said maintenance activity was planned on submarine cables to repair a fault by International Cable Consortium
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Afghans offloaded over fake stamps
The official said FIA offloaded both passengers and took their passports and mobile phones into custody
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Opposition announces anti-govt protest drive
TTAP, PTI unite over fuel price hike
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KSE-100 Index falls 609 points amid selling pressure, geopolitical uncertainty
Index settles at 170,506 as cement, banks and oil stocks lead selloff
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Leaking fountainhead, dry pond
An honest picture of one of Pakistan's deepest puzzles: why our banks, awash with deposits, struggle to lend to firms
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Pakistan dangerously dependent on imported oil
Gulf crisis is not just another external shock, it is a warning that our economic model is unsustainable
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$32b deficit reflects policy failure
Energy procurement blunder, missed export opportunities worsen imbalance
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Economic gains derailed by ME war
Austerity, EV buses and widening tax base are now critical, not optional
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From corridors to competitiveness: can CPEC deliver Phase II?
SEZs become critical, yet despite years of policy focus, most of these zones have not reached meaningful operational s
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Aramco CEO warns 1 billion barrels lost will slow oil market recovery
Saudi energy giant posts 25% jump in quarterly profit even as Hormuz blockade chokes global oil supplies
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Govt mulls incentives for priority sectors
Various proposals relating to fiscal support, trade facilitation and sector-specific incentives were reviewed
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PSX jumps 5% on US-Iran peace hopes
KSE-100 index gains 8,122 points despite widening of trade deficit to $32b
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Dairy sector pushes for export growth
Seeks stronger financing support in meeting with commerce minister
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Chinese and Pakistani businessmen sign MoUs
FPCCI cites 10-year tax break in SEZs, Punjab's 'food basket' status to woo investors
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AI job fears vary across regions
Only 13% in Pakistan worried about AI replacing their work, survey finds
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PPL brings Faiz X-1 well on stream after decade
Production was ramped up in stages since its commissioning on February 25, 2026
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Govt plans 20,000 AI training programmes
MoITT aims to upskill millions; infrastructure, quality concerns loom
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Chinese investors eye Pakistan's EV sector
Express interest in assembly, battery manufacturing as govt finalises EV Battery Policy
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China, US resume trade talks in Seoul as Trump set for Beijing visit
Discussions will be guided by ‘important consensus’ reached during Xi-Trump engagements
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Macron calls for Africa-Europe tech partnership at Nairobi summit
Orange Digital Centres aim to train 1 million young Africans by 2030 through 50 new digital centres
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UK premier says he takes responsibility for 'not walking away' following election defeat
Vows to rebuild the relationship with Europe by 'putting Britain at the heart of the continent'
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Iran FM spokesperson describes proposal to end war with US as legitimate, generous
Trump rejects 'unacceptable' Iran response to peace plan, oil prices jump
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3 killed, 6 injured in Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon amid ceasefire
Israel continues daily strikes in Lebanon despite a ceasefire in place since April 17
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Australia to fly citizens home from virus-hit cruise ship, plans quarantine
Spain, France and the US have also evacuated their citizens from the MV Hondius near Tenerife
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Thailand's former PM Thaksin freed from prison
After 15 years in exile, Thaksin returned to Thailand in 2023 to serve an eight-year sentence
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Israeli strikes kill three in Gaza
Deports two foreign activists seized from flotilla
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PM Shehbaz confirms receiving Iran's response to US peace proposal
Pezeshkian says that talks with United States aim to defend Iran's rights, 'not surrender'
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Iran says presence of French, British ships in Hormuz will be met with 'decisive, immediate response'
Terms deployment of 'extra-regional destroyers' an escalation of crisis and 'militarisation of a vital waterway'
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Every goalie illegally blocked: Hermansen
Arsenal to secure a 1-0 win against West Ham
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Shanto fifty puts Bangladesh in command
The hosts finished the day on 152-3 in their second innings
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Knicks sweep past 76ers into NBA finals
The Knicks matched the NBA playoffs record with 25 three-pointers
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Crisis club Milan's UCL return at risk
They suffered a 3-2 home defeat against Atalanta
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Reitan wins PGA Truist Championship
He fired a two-under par 69 to finish on 15-under 269
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Barca claim La Liga title with Clasico win
They thrashed Real Madrid 2-0 at Camp Nou
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Peake, 19, handed first Australia white-ball call-up
The Aussies will play white-ball series against Bangladesh and Pakistan
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DHA Hockey Academy a landmark initiative for revival of Pakistan hockey
PSWF president urges young players to restore national game’s lost glory through hard work
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Mehidy’s five-for gives Bangladesh slim lead
Pakistan were bowled out for 386 in their first innings
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Hearts held to offer Celtic hope in Scottish title race
They stumbled in their pursuit of a first league title in 66 years
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Fitzpatrick storms into lead
He fired a seven-under-par 64 in the latest impressive display
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Champions Inter thump Lazio in cup final warm up
The Serie A champions secured a 3-0 victory
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Man City keep title race alive, Liverpool frustrated by Chelsea
Haaland scored in 3-0 victory over Brentford
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Olise rescues Bayern to pile pressure on Wolfsburg
He scored the only goal of the game
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Sinner opens Italian Open account
Sabalenka suffers shock early exit










































































































