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Beyond bailouts
Experts have noted that countries once considered Pakistan's peers are now able to self-finance growth
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Pause in fighting
Taliban regime's refusal to accept rationality is quite unfortunate
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Unrecognised environmental costs of conflict
Destruction unleashed by large-scale wars leads to commensurate levels of environmental damage
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Israel reopens key Gaza crossing amid new truce push
It is unclear how many will be let through from Egypt back into Gaza
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FO denounces Israeli envoy to India's 'baseless' comments on Pakistan's nuclear weapons
Statement issued after viral clip of Israeli ambassador saying a rogue nation already has nuclear weapons
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Pentagon asks White House to approve request for over $200b in Iran war funding: report
Request seeks funds for war and weapons, but White House doubts approval in Congress, sources say
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Iran attacks wipe out 17% of Qatar’s LNG capacity for up to five years, Qatar Energy CEO says
QatarEnergy will have to declare force majeure on long-term contracts for up to five years for LNG supplies
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PM praises Turkiye's 'constructive role' in promoting Pak-Afghan peace after recent ceasefire
Extends Eid greetings to Erdogan and Jordan’s king; Ankara, UN welcome Pak-Afghan temporary ceasefire
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Jemima accuses govt of refusing sons' visas to deny UK protection in case of possible arrest
Says everyone knows why visas being refused and why travel on NICOP being recommended
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What are the key energy sites under fire in the Middle East?
Ras Laffan gas facility in Qatar has suffered extensive damage after several rounds of Iranian strikes
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Karachi's delivery riders race for Eid but Iran war squeezes earnings
Rising fuel costs hit low-paid urban workers in Pakistan, leaving little for basics or Eid celebrations
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Eid in mourning: Pakistani families grieve loved ones lost in US-Israeli war with Iran
At least 23 Asian nationals, including four Pakistanis, have been killed or are missing in US-Iran war
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More fuel-saving measures likely amid unstable Middle East situation, austerity committee told
Government urges public to save petrol and diesel to avoid possible disruption in fuel availability in coming days
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Price rises due to Iran war dampen Eid in Pakistan
Pakistan relies on Gulf fuel, but war-driven supply strain has raised prices and forced austerity
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FO 'categorically rejects' US intel chief's allegations about threat from Pakistan missile programme
Andrabi says Pakistan's missile programme remains well below intercontinental range
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5G rollout to boost youth empowerment, innovation: PM Shehbaz
Says auction process conducted in transparent manner despite legal challenges
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Ex-US counterterrorism chief says late Iranian security chief Ali Larijani was eager to negotiate
Accuses pro-Israel lobbyists of undermining diplomatic efforts by shifting US red line on Iran nuclear programme
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4.5-magnitude earthquake jolts Balochistan's Khuzdar
District administration, local police officials confirm no loss of life or property occurred
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Iran considers levying transit fees on ships in Hormuz Strait, lawmaker says
Iranian lawmaker says bill may impose tolls on countries using Strait for shipping, energy and food
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Dar underscores Muslim unity, urges diplomacy to end Mideast conflict in Riyadh
Condemns attacks on civilians as well as on energy and critical infrastructure in the region
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Shawwal moon not sighted, Eidul Fitr on March 21
Committee Chairman Maulana Khabeer Azad says 30th Ramazan fast on Friday
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Gulf states request urgent debate at UN Human Rights Council, documents show
Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE call Iranian attacks a serious situation for human rights
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Atletico survive Spurs scare
They reach Champions League quarters despite a 3-2 defeat
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PIA refutes claims its flight escaped missile attack near UAE's Fujairah
Says no such statement was issued by the airline and its spokesperson
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Messi shines but Miami crash out
The Argentine superstar bagged the 900th goal
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Tomiyasu handed World Cup lifeline
The 27-year-old has struggled with injuries and left Arsenal last July
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Kane and Bayern swat aside Atalanta
They set up a mega Champions League quarterfinal clash against Real Madrid
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Inter continue Serie A title hunt
They will visit Fiorentina to maintain the lead
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Liverpool thrash Galatasaray to reach Champions League quarters
Szoboszlai, Ekitike, Gravenberch and Salah scored in the 4-0 win at Anfield
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Gold prices drop sharply in global, local markets ahead of Eid
Market experts attribute the decline to disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran
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Buttler hopeful of England return
The 35-year-old managed only 87 runs in last eight matches
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Barcelona demolish Newcastle 7-2
Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha struck twice in the crushing win
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HBL PSL 11 to go ahead as per schedule, confirms PCB
No foreign player has backed out from the tournament despite the ongoing Middle-East war
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China welcomes Pak-Afghan fighting pause, condemns killing of Iranian leaders and civilians
Beijing opposes use of force as Iran conflict intensifies
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Iran seeks compensation from UAE over US strikes on its territory
UAE has international responsibility to provide reparation, including compensation for all material, moral damages
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Pakistan joins Islamic countries urging Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states
Riyadh ministerial meeting condemns missile, drone strikes, calls for diplomacy and protection of regional sovereignty
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PSX ends lower ahead of Eid holidays
Profit-taking drags KSE-100 down 1,552 points amid geopolitical tensions
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Thunderstorms, heavy rain likely in Karachi today as temperatures set to drop
Met Office warns of strong winds and downpours after storm kills 19; more rain forecast across Sindh
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Abu Dhabi closes gas facility due to falling missile debris
United Arab Emirates' foreign ministry expressed "strong condemnation" of the attack
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Mehreen Jabbar’s Farar to release on Eid
Jabbar’s new series Farar follows three women navigating secrets, ambitions and Karachi life
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US weighs military reinforcements as Iran war enters possible new phase
Strait of Hormuz, Kharg Island in focus as war continues
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US detects drones over base where Rubio, Hegseth live, Washington Post reports
Officials have not determined where the drones came from, the report said
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Nadia Jamil appeals to CM Maryam to act on animal abuse in Punjab
Nadia Jamil urges Maryam Nawaz to act on animal cruelty, linking it to violence and child welfare
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Violence linked to foreign incidents will not be tolerated in Pakistan: CDF Munir
Army chief urges unity, warns against extremism as Shia ulema back state efforts for peace and stability
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Saudi Arabia reserves right to military action against Iran: FM
KSA says pressure from Iran will backfire politically, they reserve the right to take military actions if necessary
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Researchers uncover iPhone spyware capable of penetrating millions of devices
2 hacking tools show that sophisticated malware that can steal data, cryptocurrency wallet information is flourishing
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Pakistan Junior girls reach top 8 in Asia/Oceania qualifiers
Zunaisha Noor and Hajra Sohail held their nerve to win 7-6(2), 6-3 and secure qualification
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US intelligence flags Pakistan missile programme as potential threat to American homeland
Annual Threat Assessment places Pakistan alongside China, Russia, Iran, North Korea on advancing missile capabilities
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Oil rises after Iran strikes Middle East energy facilities
Supply fears mount amid Gulf tensions
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Iran war energy shock sparks global push to reduce fossil fuel dependence
'Until a few weeks ago, markets took Gulf resources for granted. That will not be the case going forward'
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Man, declared dead, loses home
Elderly victim alleges official involvement in fraud
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Government moves to rein in expenditures
Bodies told to curb spending; funds shift aims to sustain relief projects
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13 terrorists killed as infiltration bids foiled
Eight killed in Mohmand, five in North Waziristan
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Airlines reel as jet fuel prices take off
Passenger numbers shrink despite fare cuts, reduced flights
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Etisalat's $800m dues draw Senate scrutiny
Panel on IT orders probe into internet outages
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FBR's tax shortfall hits Rs683b
Revenue collection reaches Rs10.26tr; IMF approves two-step fuel tax hike
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SBP reserves jump $730m on Eurobond
Central bank deposits climb to $15.8b; gold gains on softer dollar
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FinMin, businessmen discuss reforms
See progress on setting up independent tax policy office
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Pakistan fights US forced labour probe
Steering committee approves draft submission as public hearing runs from April 28 to May 14
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War can cost Pakistan $10b to $68b
Fallout may halve exports, slash remittances by 40%, push inflation to 17%
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KSE-100 earnings rise 8.8% to Rs1.24tr in 9MFY26
Banks, OGMCs, refineries drive growth; E&P and fertiliser sectors decline
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Oil shock fuels EV surge, fertiliser sector stable
Mega Motor sees spike in EV demand; Engro banks on domestic gas to shield food security
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PSX sinks 2,830 points on oil, geopolitics
Investor sentiment takes a hit, leading to broad-based selling
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Airport security deal reports dismissed as exaggerated
Procurement for API, PNR systems to follow transparent bidding under PPRA rules, say sources
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Middle East conflict may inflict up to $68b loss on national economy, NA told
Expert briefs committee that the annual impact of 51 days of war on economy is in the range of $10-14b
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PSX sheds 2,829 points on broad-based selling
Oil spike to $126 triggers caution: KSE-100 closes at 162,994
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Global oil price retreats after hitting 4-year high on concern of US-Iran war escalation
Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures were down $2.05, or 1.7%, to $115.98 a barrel as of 1016 GMT
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China's role key to Central Asia linkages
Pakistan, Tajikistan agree to boost transit trade via diversified corridors
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Govt targets 60% fiberisation in three years
Auctions 480 MHz spectrum, raising total capacity to over 750 MHz
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Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond
India has repeatedly demanded that Britain return the 105-carat diamond
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Putin puts forward ideas on Iran in call with Trump
Kremlin says two presidents also discuss Ukraine truce
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Seven die in India hospital wall collapse
Three people were injured and were receiving treatment in hospital
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Two Jewish men stabbed in London
More resources have been promised across the country to protect communities
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Trump holds talks on prolonged Iran blockade
US president urges Tehran to reach a deal
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OPEC exit: Why the UAE is leaving and what it means?
Move may have limited immediate market impact due to Iran war, but could reshape oil supply dynamics, experts say
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Fact check: Viral video of Italian PM Meloni ignoring Netanyahu at UNGA session is AI-generated
Video shows several discrepancies, signs of digital manipulation; AI detection tools also label it as suspicious
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Trump rejects Iranian proposal to open Strait of Hormuz until nuclear concerns met
US president says Tehran 'can’t get their act together' on non-nuclear agreement
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Over half of Americans say their finances are worsening: Gallup poll
62% worry about not having money for retirement, 60% unable to cover medical costs in event of accident, illness
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Bangladesh measles outbreak kills over 220 children since March
Number of suspected cases has reached nearly 35,000 in one of the worst outbreaks of measles in decades
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UAE reviewing multilateral ties after OPEC exit but rules out more departures, official says
Exit of UAE widens rift with Saudi Arabia, which is effectively OPEC's leader
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As Trump greets Charles, the White House calls them 'TWO KINGS'
Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
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Fact check: Viral video of missile attacks in Iran is old
Report confirms that visuals show Israel’s airstrike on the Terhan oil depot that occurred on March 7
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Israel sets 2-week deadline for Lebanon talks, warns of renewed military escalation
US mediating push for Netanyahu-Aoun summit as Israel official says 'we cannot wait indefinitely'
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Fire destroys dozens of homes in Malaysia's Sabah state
Second blaze in area in under two weeks; 186 residents affected, cause still under investigation
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LIV Golf looking for new partners
Saudi Arabia reportedly will stop financing at the end of the season
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Antonelli bids for F1 hat-trick
The Formula 1 action returns in Miami this week
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Afghan women footballers celebrate 'historic moment'
They will in future be eligible to qualify for the Women's World Cup
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Parker leaves Burnley after relegation
Their fate was confirmed after a home defeat by Man City
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Sawe receives hero's welcome in Kenya
He made history in London marathon on Sunday
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Champion Zhao Xintong succumbs to 'Crucible curse'
He suffered a 13-10 quarter-final defeat against Shaun Murphy
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Iran, World Cup loom over FIFA Congress
Iran's absence is already threatening to overshadow the meeting
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Arsenal, Atletico settled with a draw
They settled with a 1-1 draw in the Champions League semifinal first leg
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Inter on brink of Serie A title
They are holding a 10-point lead over Napoli
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Ipswich left sweating on EPL promotion
Their promotion will go down to the final day of the regular season
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NZ name T20 World Cup squad
Devine, Bates and Tahuhu were named in the squad
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Unbeaten records on the line for Inoue-Nakatani superfight
Inoue will defend his titles for a seventh time
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Villa, Forest revive European glory days
They are one step from a first continental final in decades
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Enrique predicts more thrills
PSG edge Bayern 5-4 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal
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Baptiste ends Sabalenka's title defence
She defeated the defending champion 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (8/6) in the quarter final










































































































