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Saudi investors offered 10-year tax waiver
Punjab CM expresses desire to form joint working groups between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in priority sectors
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Gangster slain a day after extradition from Dubai
Police raid properties linked to co-accused in Balaj murder case
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K-Wave Festa showcases Korean culture
Korean Embassy's vibrant cultural gala highlights music, beauty and shared creativity with Pakistan
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National Library keeps up with digitisation
Uses DSpace software to digitise newspapers, manuscript and books from 1968
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Security curbs paralyse twin cities for 2nd day
Road closures and market shutdowns cripple daily life for residents, daily wagers
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PHC halts privatisation of govt schools in K-P
Issues notices in lawyers' strike case
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Sip by Sip on the New Silk Road
BRI’s real infrastructure runs through tea cups, railways, bridges and the quiet work of friendships
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English Linguistics Is Not Linguistics: why HEC postgraduate policy concerns?
In an attempt to standardise English studies, the HEC’s recent policy has blurred essential disciplinary boundaries
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The illusion of peace in Gaza
Even as Trump and other leaders convene in the Middle East, analysts warn that the ceasefire will remain fragile
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Steve review: everybody wants to be saved
Cillian Murphy’s portrait of emotional exhaustion is restrained yet haunting in Netflix's newly released film
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A wall that speaks: Lahore Fort’s unending mosaic
In his book, Prof Dr Kanwal Khalid tries to decode the mysteries of Lahore Fort’s Picture Wall.
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The great COP out?
Leading experts share why they have lost hope in international action on climate change
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Pakistan Army delivers strong response to unprovoked Afghan aggression along border
Security forces' befitting response forced Taliban to flee, destroyed Afghan posts, killing dozens of their soldiers
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No survivors found after Tennessee explosives plant blast leaves 18 missing
last leveled a building at Accurate Energetic Systems’ Bucksnort site, west of Nashville, on Friday
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Pakistan voices concern over Afghan FM’s remarks calling terrorism Islamabad's 'internal issue'
Pakistan expects Afghan govt to prevent its territory from being used by Fitna al Khwarij, Fitna al Hindustan, says FO
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Pakistan crush Malaysia 7-2 in Sultan of Johor Cup opener
Sufyan led the charge with a superb hat-trick, while Nadeem scored twice in Pakistan's emphatic win in Johor Bahru
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Gold rush fever grips Karachi as crowds dig along Malir River
Drawn by viral social-media clips of people panning river sand, men, women, children hoping to strike it rich
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FBR reports 19% increase in tax collection from wedding events
Revenue board collects Rs2.02 billion withholding taxes from wedding functions during fiscal year 2024–25
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Hamas ready to fight if Gaza war resumes, denies disarmament
US president says Hamas disarmament will be addressed in the second phase of the peace plan
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K-P Assembly speaker convenes session to elect new leader of the house on October 13
Legal expert Moiz Jaferii explains assembly has authority to elect new CM immediately after sitting CM resigns
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Punjab IGP warns stern action after police officials abducted during TLP protest
Violent, armed demonstrations aimed at 'creating unrest and attacking police force', says Punjab Police
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Punjab unveils tax-free Saudi industrial estate to attract Gulf investment
Proposed Saudi Industrial Estate will offer ten-year tax holiday, one-time customs duty waiver for imports
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Trump blames Democrats as he lays off thousands of federal workers amid shutdown
About 300,000 federal workers were already set to leave jobs this year in downsizing process
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Microsoft Copilot on Windows can now create Office files, link with Gmail
New feature lets Windows Copilot create Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF files directly from chat
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Speculation ends as K-P governor confirms receiving Gandapur’s resignation
Kundi says resignation to be reviewed in accordance with Constitution, relevant legal procedures
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Drone, artillery strike kill at least 60 in Sudan’s El-Fasher
the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces intensifies its assault on the besieged western city
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Prime suspect in Ameer Balaj murder case, Teefi Butt, killed in police encounter in RYK
He remains Lahore terror symbol, faces multiple serious criminal cases
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Spinners keep India in command
Captain Gill scored an unbeaten ton as India reach 518/5d
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England's Brook wary of Australia despite Cummins injury concern
The vice-captain warns the side to stay alert as opponents remain a formidable challenge
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Balogun equalises as US held 1-1 by Ecuador
Pochettino’s side display fighting spirit in Austin, bouncing back strongly after an early setback
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Gauff outclasses Paolini in straight sets to reach Wuhan final
The French Open Champion had lost all three meetings she had with the Italian in 2025, previously
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Pakistan set to begin new ICC WTC cycle
They will host defending champions South Africa in two-match series
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Key moments defining Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025
Rising stars, record crowds, and thrilling performances are shaping a memorable tournament so far
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Unwell Djokovic defeated in Shanghai semis by qualifier Vacherot
The Serb former world number one began having issues in his left leg at the start of the seventh game
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Messi-less Argentina down Venezuela in friendly
Inter Miami star Messi looked on from the stands as the Albiceleste eased to victory
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Captain Mbappe out of France's World Cup qualifier in Iceland with sore ankle
The superstar's absence adds to the long list of forwards unavailable for October's World Cup qualifiers
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Gold prices rise in global, local markets
Price of gold per tola increases by Rs 2,100
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44.6m children vaccinated nationwide as 2025's final anti-polio drive concludes
22.9m children received polio drops in Punjab, 10.6m in Sindh, 7.15m in K-P, and 2.58m in Balochistan
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Minority rights remain systemically fragile
HRCP records forced conversions, worship attacks and police failures in 2025
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LHC suspends Punjab property ordinance
CJ Neelum tells chief secretary if law remained in force, even Jati Umra could be repossessed
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Punjab local government polls to be held on party basis, LHC informed
Court expresses concerns over lack of response from ECP and seeks commission's stance
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PM Shehbaz announces Rs10m reward for each Pakistan U19 player
Premier hosts luncheon for victorious squad at Prime Minister's House, hails team for making the nation proud
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Pakistan U19 mentor Sarfaraz calls India's conduct 'unethical' in Asia Cup final
Sarfaraz Ahmed praises his own side for responding with professionalism and sportsmanship
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Nine bandits killed, 27 arrested in Ghotki operation
Sindh Rangers, police rescue eight more passengers after Dec 15 bus abduction
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Pakistan young-guns shine bright
The Men in Green beat India in the ACC U19 Asia Cup final
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Three brothers killed in Nushki shop dispute
Close relatives from same tribe had been locked in a tenancy row
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Multan's Nishtar doctor making obscene gestures on video loses job
Medic claims bad bedside behaviour was a 'natural reaction to verbal abuse'
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Cold wave intensifies as snow blankets KP, Gilgit-Baltistan
Another rain system expected to enter from Dec 27 to 31, potentially bringing rain to some districts of Punjab
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Zardari visits Iraqi shrines, calls for Muslim unity
Four-day visit combines religious observances with diplomatic outreach to boost bilateral trade, security cooperation
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Pakistan Railways records 95 accidents in under a year
Attacks, derailments, collisions marred railway operations as upgrades remained limited to improvements at stations
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Punjab grants arrest powers to forest department under new amendment
Changes aim to target illegal logging, forest fires, encroachments, timber smuggling
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Field Marshal Asim Munir receives Saudi Arabia's highest national honour
Pakistan's top military commander met Saudi Minister of Defence, discussed evolving geopolitical challenges
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Building material prices hit record high
Federal, provincial taxes, increases in gas, electricity, transport costs, contribute to this
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Rising trade deficit exposes Pakistan’s structural weaknesses
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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China’s trade surplus hits $1.08 trillion as currency valuation debate resurfaces
China’s surplus rose 22.1% in Jan–Nov, prompting renewed questions as to whether renminbi is undervalued
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Boosting exports: 10 policy priorities
Export challenge is not rooted in lack of entrepreneurial capacity or market access, but in fragmented policies
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Pakistan's quiet regulatory revolution
For years, the economy has been constrained by an excess of rules, permits, approvals
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What does Europe's EV retreat mean for Pakistan?
Battery recycling represents area where country could develop genuine competitive advantage
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Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Musk first person worth $700b
Musk's 2018 pay package, once worth $56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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ASEAN ministers meet to restore Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire after 60 killed, half a million displaced
First direct talks since fighting resumed on Dec 8, Malaysia urges bloc to play more forceful role in halting conflict
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Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show
Meta internally estimated 10% of its 2024 revenue could come from scam-linked advertising, documents show
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Bondi attack suspects held ‘tactical’ training before shooting
Court documents allege father-son duo rehearsed in NSW countryside; Albanese vows tougher hate, gun laws
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Ukraine settlement talks enter third day in Miami
Russia launched atleast 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 9 missiles of various types
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Kidnapped Nigerian schoolkids freed
Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity
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Somalia tightens security before historic elections
Somalia will deploy more than 10,000 security personnel in the capital
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Trump's ally urges action on Hamas, Hezbollah
Israel made dismantling the arsenals of both groups, allies of its arch-foe Iran
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Israel’s security cabinet approves 19 new settlements in West Bank
The move raises approved settlements over three years to 69, says Finance Minister Smotrich’s office
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Sudan drone attack on Darfur market kills 10: Rescuers
Since April 2023, Sudan's army and RSF conflict killed tens of thousands, displacing nearly 12M people
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Pakistan to witness year's longest night, shortest day on December 22
Earth's 23.4° axial tilt causes the changing lengths of daylight throughout the year
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Dozens mourn six killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza shelter
Gaza hospital reports victims of shelling: infant, 14-year-old girl, two men, two women
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Trump readies aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026
ICE and Border Patrol get $170B through 2029, a major boost over current $19B annual budgets
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Nine killed in mass shooting at tavern near Johannesburg
This was the second major mass shooting reported in South Africa this month
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US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials confirm
It’s the second time in recent weeks that the United States has gone after a tanker near Venezuela
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Thousands mourn slain Bangladesh student leader
Tens of thousands joined funeral procession to pay respects to Sharif Osman Hadi
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal









































































































