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Afghan refugee crisis
Pakistan faces growing strain from hosting Afghan refugees; international action and resettlement needed.
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Back to losing ways
The visitors were in total disarray in the first and last T20Is
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Canal controversy
Sindh - and Pakistan - have water problems that go far beyond half-a-dozen canals
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Terror fulcrum
Pakistan and China are on the same page when it comes to the adverse impact of dreaded elements
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Independent Palestinian state: myth or reality
The dream of a Palestinian state faces daunting challenges from internal divisions and global geopolitics.
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Developing 'necessary' skills
The debate over vocational vs university education highlights elitism, access issues, and job market realities.
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Millionaire beggars
Gujarawala beggars spending millions highlights state failure; crackdown needed on professional begging.
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VPN fatwa
The CII's fatwa against VPNs threatens digital freedom, raising fears of increased government control.
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Slow-moving tribunals
Nine months after the February 2024 elections, 83% of petitions remain undecided, deepening political instability.
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Suffocating Punjab
Punjab’s toxic smog has reached crisis levels, with hospitals overwhelmed and air quality dangerously poor.
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Inclusive education
Sindh introduces Pakistan's first Transgender Education Policy, ensuring inclusion and support for students.
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Protecting our children
Violence against children remains widespread in Pakistan, despite legal protections and government promises.
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Punjab farm tax
Punjab’s new agriculture tax aims to raise revenue but faces challenges in implementation and fairness.
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Privatising schools
Punjab's education privatization plan raises concerns over access, equity, and quality in public schooling.
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Baseball breakthrough
Pakistan's baseball team shocks the world, winning the inaugural Baseball United Arab Classic undefeated.
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Criminal negligence
A kidney failure patient died while 30 others contracted HIV/AIDS at Multan's Nishtar Hospital
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Trump nominees
Trump lists out his nominees for foreign policy, economy, environment, immigration and national security
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Escaping Pakistan
Economic hardship is perhaps the most significant factor fueling this exodus.
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Paving a digital future
Top government officials have recently been highlighting the critical role AI plays in safeguarding cyberspace
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PSM revival plan
Sindh's plan to revive Pakistan Steel Mills faces criticism for being politically motivated and unfeasible.
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'The final call'
Rising political instability in Pakistan calls for dialogue and a political solution, with Imran Khan's protest rally.
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Nadra data leak
2.7 million Pakistanis' data stolen from NADRA servers, raising concerns over cybersecurity and privacy.
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Pakistan's case at COP
Pakistan calls for a $6.8 trillion global climate fund, urging wealthy nations to support vulnerable countries.
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Beijing's firmness
China reaffirms support for CPEC despite Pakistan's security challenges, emphasizing continued partnership.
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And now scrabble
The refusal to grant visas to the scrabble team is a significant blow to players
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Unanimous resolve
The post-October-2023 Mideast is one of regression and revulsion.
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Internet access
Freelancers in Pakistan are among the most affected by VPN restrictions.
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After 22 years
Under Rizwan's captaincy, Pakistan defeated Australia 2-1 in a historic ODI series on Australian soil.
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Gaza genocide
UN report: 70% of Gaza victims are women and children; Israel's actions violate humanitarian law.
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Dealing with Trump
Pakistan seeks early engagement with Trump’s administration to strengthen bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
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Sex offenders register
Pakistan's National Sex Offenders Register is a vital step in fighting sexual violence, needing strong safeguards.
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Circular debt crisis
Circular debt to exceed Rs2.4 trillion by 2025, highlighting inefficiencies and failure in Pakistan's power sector.
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Shifting climate priorities
US absence at COP29 signals retreat from climate action, jeopardizing global emission-cutting goals.
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Power 'relief' package
Bijli Sahulat Package pressures citizens to consume more electricity, offering temporary relief, no lasting solution.
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Politicising cricket
Naqvi rejects hybrid model for Champions Trophy; calls India’s refusal to visit Pakistan a political decision.
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Another bloodshed
Quetta bombing highlights Pakistan's security failure, with over 1,600 terror incidents and rising insecurity.
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Tax tilt
With a proposed tax generation target of Rs.12 trillion, the receipts to this day are dismal
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Trump's supremacy
.For Ukraine, a second Trump term has rung alarm bells in Kiev.
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Snooker laurels
.Mohammad Asif enters record books winning third title at International Billiards & Snooker Federation Championship
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Suffocating smog
Punjab’s work-from-home policy addresses Lahore's air pollution, but long-term solutions remain crucial.
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IIOJK's special status
IIOJK assembly demands restoration of Article 370, challenging Modi’s claims, but faces New Delhi's indifference.
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Pinching pensions
Govt pension and pay reforms aim to cut financial burden, but need modernization and adjustment for efficiency.
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Looming Iran strike
Iran's FM visit Pakistan amid tensions with Israel, signaling potential retaliation and regional political realignment
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Trump's return
Donald Trump secures a second term, reshaping US politics with a bold foreign policy and domestic shifts.
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Ballooning population
Unchecked population growth in Pakistan fuels poverty and strains resources; urgent family planning is essential.
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Protesting teachers
Teachers protest privatisation and job security issues, calling for reforms to address Pakistan’s education crisis.
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Quick-fix legislation
Pakistan's rushed laws reshape judiciary, boost executive power, and fuel political instability amid vendetta politics
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Crime in the capital
Islamabad faces rising crime rates, prompting concerns from the IHC chief justice about law and order challenges.
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Further cut in policy rate
The central bank cuts the benchmark policy rate by 250 bps to stimulate a struggling economy amid rising energy prices
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America decides
Americans vote for representatives and judges, but the tight race between Harris and Trump draws the most attention.