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MDCAT paper leak allegations dismissed
The Sindh Health Department has rebutted allegations from YDA concerning a leak of the MDCAT 2024 paper.
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Over $9.81b received in foreign loans in five years
Pakistan shelled out $889m in interest on foreign loans during the period
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Govt's borrowing from banks tops Rs400b
Islamic banks face scrutiny over high rates, lower profits
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'Renewal of subsidy Punjab's prerogative'
Minister hopes need for IPPs' forensic audit won't arrive
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Stocks hit record high on IMF optimism
KSE-100 index surges 764.28 points, settles at 82,247.92
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OECD raises 2024 growth forecast to 3.2% from 3.1%
The OECD forecasts global growth at 3.2% for 2024, boosted by lower inflation and expected interest rate cuts.
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Senate panel approves amendments to SBP Act amid opposition
Requires banks to lend 60% of local deposits despite opposition from SBP, finance ministry
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Phygital system gains popularity
Attracts underbanked population as Buy-Now-Pay-Later option offers affordability
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Ministers clash over sugar export
Cabinet committee head calls for halting shipments as retail price exceeds benchmark
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Rupee sees minor dip on IMF uncertainty
The Pakistani rupee dipped to Rs277.85 against the dollar, while gold prices hit a record high of Rs275,500
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APL to expand EV charging, oil storage networks
Firm also plans to switch to on-grid solar systems to embrace green energy solutions
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FPCCI chief labels FBR tax target unrealistic
FPCCI opposes heavy tax methods, saying FBR's targets are unrealistic given limited business growth opportunities.
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Rising tensions endanger reforms
ADB says govt faces challenges due to political, institutional tensions
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A woman's inheritance
SC ruling favors widow’s property rights, highlighting challenges women face in inheritance laws in Pakistan
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Closure of industrial units
Sindh's closure of 81 industrial units due to power issues reveals government failures
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Pledges of cooperation
Pakistan seeks a $7 billion IMF deal while strengthening ties with China and Turkey for economic revival.
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Trudeau survives confidence vote, extends Liberal Party's nine-year rule in Canada
However, challenges loom as Bloc Quebecois leader vows to bring down the government if demands aren't met swiftly
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Erdogan urges swift international action to halt Israeli aggression in Lebanon
Turkish president has previously condemned Israeli attacks on Lebanese territory, called for steps to stop war in Gaza
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Streamer MoonMoon accused of affair with GTA RP partner in cheating scandal
MoonMoon faces accusations of cheating on his wife with his GTA RP partner, sparking controversy in Twitch community.
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Constitutional amendments should be based on consensus, not personal interests: Fazl
‘An extension should be granted on basis of need, not interests. We support establishment of constitutional court’
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Four UAE soldiers killed, nine injured in on-duty accident
Deceased were buried on Wednesday after Isha prayer, with mourning beginning on Thursday for three days
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Orion: Meta unveils first AR glasses prototype at Connect conference
The company's shares were up nearly 2% on the day of the announcement
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Girls sweep top three positions in Karachi intermediate pre-medical exams
Out of 29, total candidates, 14,948 passed, resulting in a success rate of 52.57%
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US Muslim advocacy group endorses Democratic candidate VP Kamala Harris for Nov 5 election
Emgage Action warns Donald Trump’s plan to reinstate Muslim travel ban poses a significant threat to the community
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Putin warns Russia may use nuclear weapons if attacked, cites threat of joint strikes
Russian president hints at potential changes to Russia's nuclear doctrine during meeting with top security officials
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Trump promises U.S. manufacturing revival in North Carolina speech
Donald Trump criticized Kamala Harris’ manufacturing plan and promised a U.S. revival at his North Carolina rally.
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‘Green miracle’ by Shendong Coal in China wows foreign media
Delegation also immerse themselves in Northwestern China’s Yulin culture
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Sri Lanka to begin talks with IMF on advancing $2.9bn bailout
Dissanayake's intentions to slash taxes in a country already facing economic hardships
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Pakistan advises nationals to leave Lebanon amid escalating conflict with Israel
FO advisory encourages Pakistanis still in Lebanon to leave using commercial flights, which are currently operational
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Qatar becomes first Arab nation to receive visa-free access to US
Qatar cleared the “stringent security requirements” to become the 42nd member of the visa waiver program
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Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins shares history, future collaboration with Pakistan
Hawkins also terms climate change a national security issue, aligning Australia's stance with Pakistan's concerns
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Popcorn frenzy: Google Doodle celebrates with a poppin' game you can't resist!
The game has already broken records, achieving the highest number of simultaneous players in a Google Doodle match
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IMF approves $7 billion EFF programme for Pakistan
PM Shehbaz reiterates that this will be country's last IMF programme
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Trump claims Iran issued 'big threats' on his life, warns US military is 'watching and waiting'
He says moves already made by Iran that didn’t work, but they will try again
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xQc criticizes Marques Brownlee's wallpaper app thats set at $50 annual fee
xQc's criticism of Marques Brownlee’s $50-per-year wallpaper app fuels widespread online backlash and discussion.
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Youtuber Marques Brownlee gets canceled for selling wallpaper app set at $50 per year to fans
Marques Brownlee faces backlash over his $50-per-year Panels wallpaper app, with users criticizing its value.
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Coke faces Christian boycott over custom ‘Jesus’ cans controversy
Coca-Cola can customization machines are allegedly rejecting the word ‘Jesus’, sparking boycott calls from Christians.
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Chinese envoy meets Nawaz and Maryam, invites Punjab CM for China visit
Nawaz Sharif praises China as a ‘trusted friend’ and expresses pride in Pakistan’s relationship with the nation
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Growing calls for Blinken's resignation over 'misleading' Congress on Israel's Gaza blockade
Recent report finds contradiction between comments by secretary of state and reports from government institutions
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Beauty influencers embrace 'Moo Deng' makeup trend
Tutorials have flooded social media, showcasing various takes on the Moo Deng look
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PM Shehbaz meets Guterres, Yunus among others on sidelines of UN General Assembly
Premier discusses Pakistan's potential role in UN Security Council, reaffirming commitment to global peace, stability
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Afghanistan's Taliban government expresses interest in BRICS membership
The summit of emerging economies that includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa will meet on October
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Shahid Khaqan Abbasi urges CJP Qazi Faez Isa to retire upon completing his term
Ex-PM says Pakistan is in a state of political instability and there is no option but to run it constitutionally
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Wuthering Heights film casting sparks backlash over accusations of whitewashing and race blindness
The new Wuthering Heights film faces backlash over accusations of whitewashing and race blindness
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Judiciary never opposed martial Law, says Irfan Siddiqui, amid uproar over constitutional amendment
‘Reserved seats verdict has raised many questions, made situation so complex that it seems impossible to resolve’
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Lady Gaga creates 'lipstick smile' on Mona Lisa in new Louvre video
Lady Gaga creates a 'lipstick smile' on the Mona Lisa in a new Louvre video promoting her upcoming Joker movie.
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Israel's killing of Hezbollah leaders won’t weaken group, says Khamenei
Khamenei also said that Hezbollah had “protected” Gaza since the start of the conflict.
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New ghost shark species with elongated nose discovered in deep seas off New Zealand
Globally, around 55 species of ghost sharks have been identified, with roughly 12 of those found in New Zealand
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Bella Hadid returns to runway after two-years at Saint Laurent’s Paris Fashion Week
Bella Hadid returns to the runway at Saint Laurent’s Paris Fashion Week show after a two-year hiatus from the catwalk.
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Lorde and Addison Rae join Charli XCX onstage at Madison Square Garden Sweat Tour stop
Lorde and Charli XCX surprised concertgoers with a surprise live rendition of the "Girl, So Confusing" remix.
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26 civilians martyred, 46 injured in Indian strikes: DG ISPR
Pakistan Army says response underway after unprovoked attacks hit homes, mosques, and public facilities.
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Pakistan downs five Indian fighter jets in retaliation for India's missile attack: DG ISPR
26 civilians martyred, 46 injured in Indian strikes, DG ISPR confirms.
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Karachi, Lahore airspace restored after 48-hour suspension
Aviation authorities confirm all affected routes operational.
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Access to X partially restored in Pakistan
The move comes at a time of heightened military tensions with neighbouring India.
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Pakistan declares air emergency at major airports
Airports in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Skardu, and Peshawar placed on high alert.
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Eight civilians martyred, 33 injured in Indian strikes on six locations: DG ISPR
All media outlets to be taken to the affected areas to expose “India’s naked aggression” to the world, says DG ISPR
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Chenab surge worsens Indo-Pak water row
Inflow jumps to 26,000 cusecs within hours after overnight level of 3,100 cusecs
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SC to hear pleas for review of reserved seats ruling
Judges question non-implementation of the Supreme Court's original decision, delivered on July 12, 2024.
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CB rushes reserved seats case
Legal experts caution that the bench's actions may further erode apex court's authority
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Pakistan delivers Swift Retort 2.0
Armed forces give fitting riposte to naked Indian aggression; PAF warplanes prevent Indian jets from violating
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FIA plea for remand extension of Armughan turned down
Court remands accused in illegal call centre case to judicial custody
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Mahar's family casts doubt on police claim
Says they were not allowed to see prime suspect Sheral's body
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Eight caught in abduction case
The hostage was rescued alive and unharmed without having to pay the demanded ransom.
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25 booked for blocking road
The accused were reported to be injuring citizens by hitting them with stick
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Traders slam new tax laws
Dr Shahid Rasheed Butt, on Tuesday strongly criticised the recent amendments to the tax laws.
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Govt may hike agri input taxes
Mulling limits on SEZs' tax-free status from FY2025-26
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Senate seeks clarity on barter trade
Raises concern over undefined trade rules with Iran, Russia, Afghanistan
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PSX ignores rate cut positivity
KSE-100 index loses 533.73points amid Moody's economic warning
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Kazakhstan offers strong commercial incentives
Economists urge investment bank, trade corridors to deepen Pak-Kazakh ties
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ADB warns against long-term protectionism
Officials say hopes of drop in bank's interest rates purely due to IMF qualification may be unrealistic
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Tax Ordinance withdrawal demanded
Industry leaders urge unified response to tackle repressive tax measure, save industries
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Policy delays threaten $5b refinery investments
Refinery upgrade plans stall as investors await Brownfield policy, tax clarity
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LCCI presents key budget proposals to Senate
Urges tariff restructuring, simplified tax regime to boost industrial growth
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Pakistan seeks stronger ADB support in Milan
At annual meet, US, China come with daggers drawn, India showcases digital progress, Pakistan’s requests remain same.
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Gold continues to climb in local, international markets
The price of silver also increased, with one tola of silver rising by Rs57 to Rs3,482.
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Power dues adjustment via NFC
Govt cuts provinces' share by 40%; Balochistan gets Rs55b for solar tube-wells
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Fast EV charging tech introduced
MG streamlines for HS PHEV buyers with wall-mounted 7kw charger
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PSX ends flat amid geopolitical jitters
Policy uncertainty, rupee volatility, India trade tensions weigh on investor sentiment
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Another US fighter jet lost from USS Truman in Red Sea
Second F/A-18 from USS Truman crashes in Red Sea; crew ejects safely
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US spent $21 trillion building underground bases for elites, ex-Bush official claims
Catherine Fitts claims US built secret underground cities for elites, funded by $21 trillion in government spending.
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UN chief urges restraint after India's missile attacks on Pakistan
"Operation Sindoor" , Pakistan-administered Kashmir leading to 8 casualties, 35 injured
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Canada 'never for sale', Carney tells Trump
Oval Office meeting comes amid tariff dispute
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Israeli strikes 'destroy' Sanaa airport
Oman announces US-Huthi ceasefire deal
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Trump brings up NHL's Alex Ovechkin in bizarre press conference with Carney
Trump name-drops NHL's Alex Ovechkin during press conference with Canada’s new PM, calling him a “big, tough cookie.”
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'Rizwan is not captain-material' says Kamran Akmal after Sultans' HBL PSL exit
Kamran Akmal criticises Mohammad Rizwan’s leadership, says PCB should never hand him captaincy powers again.
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Buddy Hield clutch in Warriors win but Stephen Curry now in doubt for NBA playoffs
Hield’s clutch shooting lifts Warriors past Timberwolves in Game 1 after Stephen Curry exits with hamstring strain.
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Buddy Hield wears wrong shorts against Timberwolves, gets trolled online
Buddy Hield wore the wrong shorts in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves, causing a delay and giving fans a laugh in NBA Playoffs.
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HBL PSL 10 points table: Who will follow Quetta Gladiators into playoffs?
Quetta Gladiators become the first team to qualify for HBL PSL 10 playoffs with two group games still to play.
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Inter produce remarkable comeback to beat Barca, reach UEFA Champions League final
Inter Milan beat Barcelona 7-6 on aggregate in Champions League semi-final to reach their second final in three years.
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All roads lead to Rome Open for Sinner
He gears up for his return to the courts after a contested doping ban
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Bodybuilder Furqan bags gold, bronze in Dubai
Pak national stuns rivals at Global Powerlifting event
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Cummins heroics in vain
Rain dumps Hyderabad out of IPL
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Trent Alexander-Arnold: A New Chapter at Real Madrid
He confirmed his departure from Liverpool at the end of the season
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Leadership transition on cards for India
Bumrah is likely to become Rohit's deputy in England Tests
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National Women's T20 to begin today
The 18-day tournament will be played in Karachi
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WI announce squad for ODI series against Ireland, England
The three-match ODI series against Ireland will begin on May 21
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Bangladesh set for Sri Lanka tour in June
The series will begin with two Test matches.
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Cork backs Raza as future Pak star
The former England bowler expressed strong admiration for his bowling skills