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SBP facilitates teenagers to open bank accounts, digital wallets
Launches new framework to empower youth to save securely and develop responsible financial habits
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International Finance Corporation’s portfolio in Pakistan crosses $2.7b
Talks focus on scaling private investment, building pipeline of bankable projects
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US VP Vance spoke to Pakistani intermediaries about Iran conflict as recently as Tuesday: source
Vance signals privately that Trump is open to a ceasefire as long as certain US demands are met
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Iran’s operational momentum contradicts US claims of capacity loss
Data shows Iran launched 200 missiles at Israel over the past week, equivalent to 31% of total missiles fired in war
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Pakistan, Norway seal first-ever carbon market deal under Paris climate pact
Islamabad secures landmark climate accord to unlock green investment, clean energy and international carbon finance
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IED blast in K-P's Lakki Marwat injures 7, including three police personnel
The attack occurred near a vegetable market, with the IED reportedly planted on a motorcycle
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PMDC revises MDCAT schedule to streamline admission process
Under new policy, the test will be held within one month after the FSC exams
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Pakistan’s ports emerge as transit hub after Iran war disrupts Gulf routes
Official data shows Karachi Port handled more transshipments in less than a month than all of 2025
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China and Pakistan 'mediation' to create window of Mideast peace talks, Beijing says
Says top priority is to start peace talks as soon as possible
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Punjab government decides against smart lockdown, adopts alternative measures
No consensus on smart lockdown for energy conservation; Punjab suspends purchase of 100 government vehicles
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Local resilience against a global shock
The real risk is not that Pakistan fails to see the shock, but that it fails to understand it
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Iran’s security council approves 6 Bangladeshi fuel ships to pass Strait of Hormuz
Development comes following Dhaka's request to allow passing of oil tankers as fuel crisis grips south Asian nation
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PM Shehbaz orders comprehensive plan to mitigate economic fallout of Mideast war
Says Pakistan is effectively and successfully managing the challenge of maintaining the balance of supply and demand
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Trump says considering pulling US out of NATO over allies' refusal to support Iran war
US president criticises alliance as ‘paper tiger’, says NATO membership is ‘beyond reconsideration’
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UK FCDO official lauds Pakistan's efforts in Mideast de-escalation, reaffirms support to peace
Says this visit highlights strength, depth of the UK–Pakistan relationship at time of global instability
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Singer Annural Khalid ties the knot in intimate ceremony
'Jhol' singer opts for peach ensemble, monochrome social media reveal over traditional celebrity wedding spectacle
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Warner hails Karachi Kings’ bowlers
“Momentum in the middle overs made the difference,” says captain
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District court issues detailed order on Ali Zafar's defamation suit
Court also restrains Meesha Shafi from repeating harassment allegations on any platform
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UK's Starmer calls for closer Europe ties as Iran war strains US relations
PM says war's impact will 'define us for a generation'; vows to act in national interest 'whatever the pressure'
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DR Congo fans dance in the rain
They qualify for the World Cup for the first time in 52 years
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IEA warns Middle East oil disruptions set to hit Europe in April
April losses to double March figures; IEA chief warns disruption already worse than 1973, 1979 oil shocks combined
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Japan, France agree to step up coordination on Hormuz, Iran war
Both nations push for ceasefire, free navigation through Hormuz as Macron hits back at Trump's 'very unhelpful' jab
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From Bushra Ansari to Shahid Afridi, celebrities urge Pakistanis to conserve fuel amid oil crisis
Public service announcements call for carpooling, responsible consumption as Iran conflict drives up fuel prices
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Artemis II set for historic crewed moon mission launch
The mission will send the first woman, person of colour, on a lunar journey
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Punjab schools switch to four-day week
Single-shift schools to remain open from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm, while afternoon schools will run from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm
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Return of Afghan nationals via Torkham resumes after nearly a month
Total of 705 people from 223 families repatriated, including Afghan Citizen Card and Proof of Registration holders
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Czech Republic secure World Cup spot
They beat Denmark on penalties after a 2-2 draw
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Son under scrutiny ahead of World Cup
South Korea lost 1-0 to Austria in Vienna on Tuesday
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PM reaffirms support for digital investment in Pakistan as VEON group eyes expansion
Says government taking practical steps to facilitate international investors
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Portugal down US 2-0
The World Cup hosts fail to shine again
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Pakistan, Afghanistan officials meet in Urumqi for China-brokered talks: sources
Pakistan to not move from its core demand of decisive action against terrorist outfits, say sources
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Despite war, Iraq euphoric after team qualifies for World Cup
The "Lions of Mesopotamia" are making their first World Cup appearance since the 1986
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Mahira Khan, Hina Rabbani Khar and more to attend Harvard conference
Politicians, artists, entrepreneurs to converge on April 12 to discuss Pakistan's governance, economy, climate
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US denies IRGC's claim of striking airbase in Saudi Arabia
NPR reports at least 15 wounded, US Central Command refutes claim
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Six killed, two injured in firing incident in DI Khan
Main suspect fled the scene after the attack but was later killed in a police encounter
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Govt enhancing youth's skills for job market: PM
Urges youth to focus on international certifications, vocational training in high-demand skills for global market
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Italy miss out on World Cup for third straight time
Four-time champions reduced to 10 men in 42nd minute
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US judge orders suspension of Trump's White House ballroom construction
Rules no statute gives Trump authority he claims, preservationist group hails ruling as win for American people
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Gold prices rise by Rs15,300 following surge in international market
Silver prices also gain momentum, increasing by Rs200, now standing at Rs7,984
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PCB tightens hotel security after Afridi incident
The move comes as part of efforts to ensure stricter compliance with security
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Hunza Valley gears up for breathtaking cherry blossom season
From Karimabad to Attabad Lake, apricot and apple trees join blooms as spring paints Pakistan's north with colour
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Four women killed as roof collapses in Bajaur
Rescue 1122 says the cause of the incident is yet to be determined
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PSX soars past 155,000 mark as hopes of US-Iran de-escalation lift market
KSE-100 surges 6,768 points as banking, cement and energy sectors lead charge
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At least 18 dead after migrant boat sinks off Turkiye's Aegean coast
A coastguard helicopter, three boats dispatched to the area for rescue operations, with 21 people rescued so far
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SC disposes more cases than filed in first quarter of 2026
Death penalty appeals to be fixed within 30 days as backlog shows decline
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Sindh Rangers, police arrest suspect involved in extortion in Karachi's Lyari
Says the arrested suspect, during the investigation revealed making threatening calls to victims
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Sharjeel Memon inaugurates EV Taxi scheme in Karachi
Sindh minister says govt wants industrialists to set up EV manufacturing plants like in Dhabeji Special Economic Zone
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Mawra Hocane, Khushhal Khan's first on-screen pairing shines in 'Winter's Love' teaser
Drama leans on quiet chemistry, soft winter backdrops rather than grand gestures in debut glimpse
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Iranian missile hit oil tanker in Qatari waters, Qatar says
Three cruise missiles targeted the oil tanker, two intercepted
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'It's a man's world': Iffat Omar slams verdict in Meesha Shafi case, says no woman will be believed again
Actress says supporters were accused of running foreign agenda; calls verdict loss for every harassed woman in country
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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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‘Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash’
The duo was involved in a physical clash during training
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Awais shines as Pakistan fight back against Bangladesh
The young opener struck an unbeaten 85 as the visitors reached 179-1 at stumps
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Lens secure Champions League spot and send Nantes down
Mesloub gave Lens a 1-0 win over Nantes
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Wembanyama powers Spurs past T-Wolves
They secured a 115-108 win to take 2-1 lead in NBA playoffs
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Crusaders hail Fainga'anuku's switch
It was a third successive start in the pack
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Im leads Fleetwood by one at Quail Hollow
He fired a two-under par 69 to seize a one-stroke lead
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Mexico to cut school year short
Authority says the year would end over a month early
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Djokovic falls to early Italian Open exit
He slumped to an early elimination against Dino Prizmic
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‘Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash’
The duo was involved in a physical clash during training
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Iran says will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditions
The tournament will take place between June 11 and July 19
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Swiatek battles into Italian Open third round
She defeated Caty McNally 6-1, 6-7 (5/7), 6-3
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Zamalek eye record CAF Cup prize
USM host the first match on Saturday in front of a 50,000 crowd
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South Koreans gear up to roar on football team from rival North
It will be the first time that a N Korean sports team has played in the South since 2018
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ITF upholds Belarus suspension
Tennis's body said its stance remained unchanged despite IOC decision
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Shanto ton put Bangladesh in command
The hosts reached 301-4 at stumps on day 1










































































































