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Fuel, power tariffs drive SPI up 14.52%
Weekly inflation climbs 0.62%; food prices also escalate
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Human capital ranking falls
Faces 'skill trap' on low education outcomes, minimal training
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Café shooting leaves one dead
Gulistan-e-Johar police register case following shooting incident during dispute at café
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International Books and Ed-Tech Fair 2026 opens at Expo
Three-day event brings together books, cutting-edge technology under one roof
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Raid turns bloody as police face violent resistance
Dozen officers injured as villagers allegedly fight back with guns, axes, stones; authorities launch crackdown
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Workers cry foul over 'broken promises'
Unions demand job security, fair wages as protests highlight unpaid dues, privatisation fears, rising inflation on Lab
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May Day blow: firm shuts plant, sacks workers
Citing policy uncertainty, mounting losses, company halts operations at CPEC-linked free zone
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5% hike in goods transport fares
Increase announced in response to rising petroleum prices, intensifying concerns over inflation and supply chain costs
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Nine ghost employees exposed at Lyari varsity
Action intensifies after revelations of absentee staff drawing salaries without duty
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SSP's son held after DHA checkpoint clash
Conflicting accounts prompt an official inquiry
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K-P delays decision on local polls
Govt silent after LG dissolution; dues row, protest threat grows
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Constable martyred in Bannu terror attack
Rocket, sniper strike on patrol; civilian injured
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K-P cabinet condemns unending drone strikes
Also debates gas crisis, NFC dues, power outages
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Australia and Pakistan in an age of rupture
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared a fundamental "rupture" in the post-Cold War global order
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A costly glitch in the outlook
The crisis unfolding around Iran, threatening to reset the geopolitical chessboard, presents a distinct opportunity
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From untouchability to disgrace
The politics of Dalits in India is a vast and deeply layered subject
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Pluralistic religious education
An estimated 44% of minority children in Sindh are out of school, far above the national average of 27%
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Apna Ghar
Homeownership in Pakistan has remained out of reach because people lack access to affordable, structured financing
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Economic cost of the war
This situation necessitates action, not rhetoric.
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Terrorism, narratives and Indo-Pak tension
'We must not forget that terrorism has no nationality and no theology'
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Banksy owns up to statue of man blinded by flag
Street artist confirms work via Instagram after it appears overnight in Pall Mall
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Meryl Streep backs Jimmy Kimmel against Donald Trump
Praises late night host for 'carrying the banner of freedom'
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Pakistan dances to 'bhangra' as Lahore leads surge in popularity
Sharp rise seen for high-energy genre as it gains traction far beyond its traditional Punjab base
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'Begum Jaan' highlights loneliness, lost fame on Karachi stage
Story centres on performer once celebrated for her beauty, talent
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Flick happy Raphinha back for Barca
Barcelona are 11 points clear of second-place Real Madrid
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'Saudi backers are fully behind Newcastle'
The Saudi backers took control at St James' Park in October 2021
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FM Dar confirms release of ex-senator Mushtaq Ahmad after Israeli forces intercept flotilla
Mushtaq says he was 'kidnapped' from international waters, calling it a violation of international law
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SSP’s son held after DHA checkpoint clash in Karachi
Conflicting accounts from sub-inspector, accused’s parents prompt an official inquiry
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Punjab announces new kite flying rules for Basant 2027, sets strict safety rules
December 30 deadline set for implementation, violations to be treated as punishable offences
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Israeli army demolishes Christian monastery, nuns' school in southern Lebanon
Israel’s offensive in Lebanon since March 2 has killed over 2,600 and displaced 1 million
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III International Lazgi Dance Festival concludes in Uzbekistan
Writers and artists from 80 countries worldwide attended the international cultural event
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3 injured in terrorist drone attack on cricket ground in K-P's Bajaur
Attack was carried out using a quadcopter while a cricket match was in progress in Mamund tehsil
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Trump says he will raise tariffs on EU autos to 25%
Says 100b dollars were invested on plants to built automobiles on US soil under MAGA initiative
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Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception
Israeli navy moves 168 flotilla crew to Greek boats; taken ashore safely by buses
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Punjab government’s austerity drive falls under scrutiny
Rs20–30 billion are spent annually on government vehicles despite 50 per cent austerity cuts
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PMD issues alert for hailstorms, heavy rain across country from May 2
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa is likely to be worst affected, severe weather may trigger landslides in northern areas
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FIFA to review ticket strategy
The strategy will be reviewed for 2030 World Cup
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Trump's attacks on Europe's leaders worsen transatlantic frost
More worrying for Europe, the US has floated punishing NATO allies over Iran support.
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PSG closing in on another French title
They are top, six points clear of challengers Lens with four games to play
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PM Shehbaz orders operationalisation of virtual asset regulatory system
Stresses regulatory system to boost investor confidence in digital economy sector in meeting with PVARA chairman
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Formula One drivers welcome rule tweaks
Most drivers said the changes would reduce dangers
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Arsenal aim to extend EPL lead
They are going toe-to-toe with Man City in the title race
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T-Wolves eliminate Denver Nuggets
Sixth-seeded Minnesota will play the San Antonio Spurs in the semis
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UN chief Guterres says money owed by US is 'non-negotiable'
Says UN will reform to be more effective, cost-efficient, and deliver for people
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Fixture pile-up no excuse for Man City in title race: Guardiola
Guardiola's second-placed side are three points behind leaders Arsenal
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Wood punishes Digne blunder
Forest earn Europa semi-final lead against Villa
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2 new polio cases confirmed in K-P as total reaches three in 2026
Fresh cases reported in Bannu and North Waziristan, posing a continued risk to children’s well-being
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Four in 10 children in high-risk areas found with lead in blood: study
Experts warn early childhood lead exposure can cause irreversible brain damage affecting learning and behaviour
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Energy minister announces end of load management across the country
Leghari says additional gas supplies, which were purchased on spot rates, have arrived in the country
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PM constitutes high-level committee over One Constitution Avenue dispute, stays official action
PM issues directives after authorities move to vacate Avenue post-IHC ruling
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KPT sets cargo handling record in 138-year history
KPT surpassed its previous all-time cargo handling record of 54.685 million tonnes during this fiscal year
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EU foreign policy chief voices concern over ceasefire violations in call with Dar
In a separate call, Bahrain FM plans Pakistan visit to thank leadership for facilitating Islamabad MoU
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Rangers foil attack on Karachi camp, three soldiers martyred: ISPR
President Zardari, PM Shehbaz, Naqvi condemn attack, offer condolences to martyrs' families
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Echoes of a lost voice
A son encounters his dead father in a dream and discovers that survival can be as unsettling as loss
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Watch Me if You Can
Netflix’s relentless commitment to adapting Harlan Coben’s bibliography brings another high-octane thriller to screens
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Making murder fun again
Elsbeth proves that knowing the killer can be just as entertaining as catching them
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The unmaking of a musical world
From vanished audiences to algorithm-driven listening, two books explore how cultural change reshapes sound
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The rent trap
Weak regulations and unequal power – tenants across the country are losing the battle for affordable housing
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The dangerous bite
As temperatures rise and food systems become more complex, how can we ensure that what reaches our plates is safe?
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Dammed if you do...
With funding pulled, fears grow environmental safeguards and community promises will be traded for fresh financing
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The heat assault
From a sizzling South Asia to the furnace-like cities of the Middle East, a punishing heatwave is gripping the world
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Pakistan's transit disconnect
Commuters in Pakistan’s major cities still walk endless distances to reach stations and stops
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IHC rules travel bans require due process
Orders removal of citizen from passport control list
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SC reaffirms ‘double presumption of innocence’
Says acquittals should not be overturned without glaring legal or factual errors
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Cloudburst triggers devastation in G-B
Leaves trails of destruction in Diamer's Thor Valley; flood alerts issued
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VW overhaul could be 'biggest in history'
Weighs up to 100,000 job cuts in sweeping restructuring, four plant closures
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PSX climbs 0.36% amid easing oil prices
US-Iran peace roadmap lifts sentiment, pushing KSE-100 up by 649 points
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Traders demand immediate reopening of cotton market
One year on, exchange sealing paralyses trade, sends negative signals to foreign investors
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Govt vows to empower small businesses, accelerate growth
PM aide says reforms will help build innovation-driven, globally competitive economy
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PVARA chief demands global role
In Zurich, Saqib demands developing nations shape tokenised money framework
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Bolivia ends 15-year dollar peg
Move aims to stabilise currency markets ahead of IMF funding talks
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Electronic payments reach 3.7b transactions
Digital channels drive 92% of retail volume as Raast, mobile banking surge in Q3 FY26
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Institutional backing urged for MSMEs
LCCI calls for easier finance, policy consistency as number of SME borrowers grows
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Glass industry pushes for 5% profit benchmark
Association opposes higher 10% margin in soda ash anti-dumping case
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Govt rehires bureaucrats at PARCO
UAE holds 40% stake; board members entitled to $3,500 per meeting
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Pakistan's SME revolution: A way forward
Discover how one bank is redefining SME finance through strategy inclusion and digital innovation this World SME Day
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Sentiment up but FDI still flat
73% of investors endorse Pakistan but ranking falls from 7th to 9th in regional rankings
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Pakistan-Iran trade revival faces hurdles
Failed rice export deal highlights banking, barter challenges
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Policy flaws block foreign oil storage
Repeated price revisions threaten $6b refinery investment, industry warns
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CDWP approves Rs34.7b projects
AI data centre, satellite, railway upgrade among key initiatives for ECNEC
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Israel damaged heritage sites across south Lebanon, minister says
Lebanese culture minister says Israeli troops still occupy zone that includes Beaufort Castle, ancient villages
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Iran, US continue escalating attacks, recriminations over peace deal
Iran early on Sunday launches missiles and drones on US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain
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France records 1,000 excess deaths during record-breaking heatwave
Sante Publique says most fatalities involved older people, expects mortality rate to rise
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Syria deploys rescue team to quake-hit Venezuela in first overseas mission
Team of 15 specialists heads to Caracas under Qatari-backed humanitarian mission
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South Korea, Japan reaffirm denuclearisation goal, closer defence ties
Ahn Gyu-back, Koizumi agree to revive joint search-and-rescue drills in sixth round of bilateral talks
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Worst US-Iran flare-up since peace deal
Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon agreement as surrender
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Serbian President agrees to resign within weeks
Move comes amid student protests
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Venezuela earthquake deaths near 1,400
Millions left homeless as aid flights trickle in
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Pilot killed in crash with Beijing’s tallest building
13 others, who were not on board, being treated for injuries
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Trump likely to visit India early next year, Rubio says
Says US hopes to conclude a trade deal with India
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Hezbollah chief rejects Lebanon-Israel deal, demands Israeli withdrawal
Naim Qassem rejects linking Israeli withdrawal to Hezbollah disarmament, calling it a dangerous red line
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England ease into T20 World Cup semis
The hosts secured a 38-run win over West Indies
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FIFA suspends Nepal over interference
The council had suspended ANFA in March 2026 for three months
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Raducanu, Draper lead British Wimbledon hopes
Fans are hoping to see them deep in the tournament
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Latham, Conway pile on the runs against England
The Black Caps were still well-placed on 361-4 at stumps
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Al-Hamadi's talent forged on streets
He will be in action against Senegal in their final Group I
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Bosnia in strong position to reach last 32
Bosnia move onto four points and are on third place in the group
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Switzerland down Canada to top Group B
They will meet one of the best third-placed sides next week
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S Africa stun S Korea to make history
Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike made the difference
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Ochoa gets perfect Azteca send-off
Brought on for the last 12 minutes with his team 2-0 up against the Czech Republic
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Vinicius sparkles as Brazil beat Scotland
He scored a brace in a comfortable 3-0 victory
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Osaka reaches Bad Homburg last eight
She breeze past Elise Mertens 6-3, 6-3
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US eases rules on Iran team for Game 3
They will face Egypt in Seattle
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Australia crush Pakistan in T20 World Cup
Perry smashed 71 from 48 balls and took two wickets
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Panama out of World Cup after defeat to Croatia
Ante Budimir's 54th-minute goal was enough to secure three points
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England left frustrated by Ghana
Both sides settled with a goalless draw in Group L











































































































