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K-Electric, HESCO to be excluded from govt's daily loadshedding plan: Power Division
Reason given as low cost of electricity generation in the south
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IMF lowers Pakistan's economic growth forecast to 3.5%, inflation to 8.4% for next fiscal year
Projects 7.2% inflation this fiscal year, up from its earlier 6.3% estimate
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President tasks PM, FM Dar with proactive US-Iran engagement for peace process success
Says Pakistan has reaffirmed its position as responsible, pivotal state in international community
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No discussions over payment of funds to stop Iranian attacks, Qatari official says
Iran demanded compensation from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and Jordan, alleging they aided US-Israeli strikes
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Lebanese and Israeli envoys to meet as Israel presses war on Hezbollah
US Secretary of State is set to attend the meeting between Israeli ambassador to the US and his Lebanese counterpart
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Italy suspends defence cooperation deal with Israel
PM Meloni says decision prompted by situation in Middle East; Italy no longer cooperating on military training
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Pope Leo, after Trump's attack, honours saint in Algeria who decried wars
First American pope has drawn the ire of US President Donald Trump after sharply criticising the Iran war
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Government to provide free SIM cards with data packages for Hajj pilgrims
Package of 40 days given 600 minutes with 40GB of internet data, under short package will receive 25GB of data
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Ahad Raza Mir stars in film adaptation of 'Inspector Jamshed'
Beloved Ishtiaq Ahmed character returns to screens with Mir in action-heavy role, Omair Rana as iconic inspector
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Gold rises over 1% as easing oil prices temper inflation worries
Price of gold per 10 grams rises by Rs 3,943 in Pakistan
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Iran criticises YouTube ban on LEGO-style war satire channel
Officials say viral clips exposed Western “false narratives” on the war
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Govt announces over 2 hours of daily loadshedding due to rising costs
Measure expected to help avoid a potential increase of around Rs3 per unit
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Three killed, two injured in armed attack on vehicle in Quetta
Police cordon off area shortly after incident, move deceased and injured to hospital
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Airlines urge EU to step in as Iran war chokes jet fuel supply
A4E urges EU to monitor jet fuel supplies, temporarily suspend carbon market for aviation, scrap certain taxes
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Art Fiesta returns to University of Faisalabad from April 21-23
Annual event promises 11 categories, 41 competitions, four workshops spanning sports, gaming, arts and culture
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Saudi Arabia presses US to resume Iran talks, lift blockade
Riyadh fears escalation as Iran-linked threats loom over key straits
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Fact check: Viral video does not show US naval blockade of Iran
Although original context of the video could not be conclusively determined, it was traced as far back as May 2022
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Havi's 'wedding photo' leaves fans speculating over secret nuptials, music teaser
Singer yet to clarify rumours after Instagram story showing faceless bride, groom sends fans in frenzy
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Two vehicles torched as CDA anti-encroachment drive sparks protest in capital
Eyewitnesses report stone-pelting and tear gas as tensions escalated during the drive
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Carney clinches majority government in Canadian special elections
Canada’s Liberals clinch majority, solidifying Carney’s leadership until 2029
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School shooting in Turkiye leaves 16 wounded, governor says
Sildak says attacker had no prior criminal record while the school had previously been classified as safe by police
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Pedro Pascal named Chanel's newest house ambassador
Star, who has been steadily making his mark in fashion, calls joining luxury fashion house 'honour'
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UN chief calls FM Dar, expresses 'full support' for Pakistan's efforts in US-Iran peace talks
Senior officials of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Egypt meet in Islamabad
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'Exceptional hosts, real statesmanship': JD Vance lauds PM Shehbaz, CDF Asim Munir for US–Iran talks
In interview with Fox News, he says both helped mediate between two countries that have not had talks in a long time
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Trump says Iran talks could resume over next two days in Pakistan
'We're more inclined to go there ... you know why? Because the field marshal is doing a great job,' he says
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Iran warns it will 'return to war' if Strait of Hormuz control not recognised
Parliament's National Security Commission Spokesperson says end of ceasefire should not lead to an extension of truce
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Germany's Merz hosts Ukraine's Zelenskiy for talks in Berlin
Meeting comes amid failed ceasefire efforts and ongoing battles
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Saheefa Jabbar Khattak brings back pixie cut in latest style switch
Model captions reveal '9 years later… I chose baddie me again', sparks mixed reactions over new look
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China's Xi puts forward 4-point proposal on promoting Middle East peace, stability
British finance minister 'frustrated and angry' over US Iran war strategy
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Pakistan calls for immediate ceasefire in Lebanon at OIC session
Condemns Israeli bombardment; urges uninterrupted humanitarian access, diplomatic push for peace
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CTD arrests 16 suspected terrorists in operations across Punjab
Range of explosive materials recovered, including suicide jackets, detonators, safety fuse wire, prohibited stickers
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Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato reunite publicly for first time in nearly a decade
Gomez attends Lovato's Florida concert, shares backstage photo together
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FinMin says 'all options on table' to replace $3.5b UAE loan, shore up reserves
Aurangzeb says Pakistan not yet requested additions or changes to its $7b IMF lending programme due to US-Iran war
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Dozens detained in New York City protest over US arms sales to Israel
Demonstrators chant “stop the bombs” in New York protest crackdown
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Israeli soldier killed, three injured in clashes in southern Lebanon
Israeli offensive continues despite planned ceasefire negotiations
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US-sanctioned tankers pass Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade, data shows
Trump announced the blockade after peace talks in Islamabad between the US and Iran failed to reach a deal
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'To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before' gets graphic novel adaptation
Nearly decade after release, Jenny Han's beloved YA romcom gets visual reimagining with new edition out May 5
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Aurangzeb hopeful of early IMF board approval
Meets financial institutions, US officials, business representatives on sidelines of World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings
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North Korea tests cruise, anti-ship missiles from naval destroyer
Cruise missiles flew for about 7,869 to 7,920 seconds, anti-warship missiles for about 1,960 to 1,973 seconds
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Trump's outburst on Pope sets off global storm
Pontiff says he has 'no fear' of US, warns against 'abusing' Gospel's message
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China opposes any escalation in Middle East
Wang told the envoy that China 'understands the legitimate security concerns' of Gulf states in the Middle East'
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How US-Iran talks came close - and why they failed
Alert over 'joint statement' came as both sides made significant progress in negotiations
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Three cops martyred in Diamer attack
Three cops martyred in Diamer attack
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US, Iran may give diplomacy a second shot
PM says direct talks between Washington and Tehran would yield positive results
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US president claims fresh Iran contact for deal
Warns Strait blockade will be enforced, NATO refuses direct role in operation, Allies advance separate maritime plan
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President urges early execution of China MoUs
Says cooperation with Beijing to help modernise infrastructure
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Rescue operation underway after roof collapse traps at least eight children in Lahore
Edhi and Rescue 1122 launch operation after a roof collapse traps children near Qurban School in Lahore
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Punjab aims to run 5,000 electric buses over the next five years
At least 189 new buses ready for launch, another 488 buses expected to arrive from China later this month
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Bilawal calls for int'l convention against 'weaponisation of waterways', says it threatens global peace
Says India's violation of treaty a challenge to international law, global peace and the rights of downstream states
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Senate opposition leader files privilege motion against Barakahu SHO, seeks action over 'rude' conduct
Says actions of SHO, accompanying police officers amounted to 'gross act of disrespect towards member of the Senate'
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Pakistan urges UNSC to press Israel on settlements in occupied Palestinian territory
Says SC must compel Israel to quickly cease all settlement, which constitute flagrant violation of international law
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'We are talking about our lifeline, not a treaty', Tarar says at IWT seminar
Warns that 'any attempt to divert or stop Pakistan's water will be met decisively'
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Terrorists must not be called by any other name, says Tarar
Calls out a report by Turkish public broadcaster on recent terrorist attack on a Rangers facility in Karachi
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AJK court freezes PTI registration relief
Full court to take up party's application on July 2
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Minister challenges AGP report on railway losses
Abbasi says revenues top Rs115b; announces outsourcing of schools and hospitals
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AJK unveils record Rs286b budget
Rs36b earmarked for development as education, health receive major boost
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PM stresses innovation-led agriculture growth
Shehbaz orders early formulation of comprehensive National Agriculture Policy
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SC returns Imran appeal against IHC order
Registrar raises objection, says remedy lies before FCC
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UN must blacklist global terror threat BLA
'BLA does not represent Balochistan. It weaponises Balochistan's deprivation'
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Dialogue only solution to AJK crisis: JI chief
Hafiz Naeem urges govt to avoid use of force in the region
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New era as PIA passes into private hands
Arif Habib Consortium takes over national carrier
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Investor optimism powers PSX to 1,887-point surge
Improving investor sentiment sparks broad-based buying, lifting KSE-100 index more than 1%
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Gold falls in global, local markets as silver prices rise
Price of gold per tola also declines by Rs4,100
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Yen sinks to 39-year low of 162 against dollar amid US rate concerns
Currency weakens to level last seen in 1986, while risk of intervention limits further losses
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Inflation may ease to 11.5% in June
IIS warns core inflation remains firm at 8.9%; reinforces cautious monetary policy stance
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Oil falls as investors focus on potential Iran-US talks in Doha
Brent August crude futures, which expire on Tuesday, are down 0.9%, or 64 cents, at $72.51 a barrel
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PSX dips 1,156 points as early rally fizzles out
Fragile US-Iran ceasefire, high crude prices dampen investor sentiment
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Pakistan launches urgent LNG tender
Strait of Hormuz tensions force spot market purchase; delivery scheduled between Tuesday-Saturday
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Govt, exporters discuss tax regime, trade schemes
Meeting underlines need for facilitative measures, improving ease of doing business
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Apparel sector joins global green drive
Stakeholders say outdated estate rules may slow investment, exports
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SBP repays $1.3b in external debt
Total forex reserves stand at $21.5b; gold drops amid US-Iran tensions
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Govt defends PARCO appointments
AGP flags non-production of records as Petroleum Division cites expertise
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High receivables weigh on gas utility
SNGPL conveys to govt its inability to retire bank loans of Rs50 billion
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SECP approves 10 IPOs in first half of 2026
Nine companies raise over Rs20b; LSE SPAC-II book building scheduled
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Arif Habib Consortium takes over PIA management as govt formally completes privatisation process
PIA says the transition marks 'bold new chapter of modernisation and global excellence' for the national flag carrier
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Gaza death toll rises to over 73,000 as Israeli attacks kill 8 more Palestinians
Health ministry says 26 more wounded over past 24 hours as victims remain trapped under rubble, on roads
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Fact check: Viral video of Norwegian footballer Haaland getting startled by his reflection is doctored
The fake video accumulated more than 50 million views
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US envoy Witkoff and Kushner will be in Qatar, no meeting with Iran, Qatari official says
Responsibility for Hormuz demining primarily with Iran: Oman FM
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US leads global CO2 emissions increase in 2025, report finds
US coal consumption jumped 10% last year, reversing a shift towards cleaner fuels
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Lebanese president, army chief discuss troops' role after framework agreement with Israel
Joseph Aoun reviews security situation with Rodolphe Haykal, reaffirms confidence in armed forces amid criticism
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US and Iran negotiators head to Doha, but meeting uncertain
Progress has been halting, with each side accusing the other of violating agreed terms
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A year after USAID shutdown, Americans still back foreign development aid, poll shows
Nearly all Americans overestimated by far how much Washington spent on such programs
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Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to fire Fed's Cook but expands presidential powers
No other president since the central bank's founding in 1913 had sought to oust a Fed governor
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Israel preparing settlement plan targeting 100 sites in West Bank
Palestinian official warns proposal would accelerate Israeli annexation
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China restricts light aircraft flights after Beijing tower crash: report
Last Friday, pilot was killed, and 13 were wounded after small plane crashed into one of Beijing's tallest skyscrapers
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Fact check: Spain has not barred people from setting air conditioners below 27°C amid heatwave
Viral screenshot is from 2022, when decision was taken to conserve energy amid Russia-Ukraine war
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US, Iran head to Doha for de-escalation talks
Trump confirms high-level meeting in Qatari capital White House says Witkoff and Kushner to join talks Tehran denie
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Ancelotti hopes to see more of Neymar
He has ?been working his way back to fitness from a calf injury
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West Indies beat Sri Lanka in first Test
Kemar Roach reached 300 Test wickets
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Martinelli sends Brazil into World Cup last 16
He scored a 95th-minute winner to beat Japan 2-1
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Serena Williams blasts drug test rules
She will play her first singles match since 2022
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Stokes to retire from international cricket
He helped England win 2019 World Cup with an unbeaten 84 in the final
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Masood Khan sets 808km ultra-marathon record
He completes high-altitude mountain run to Skardu in nine days
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Canada reach World Cup last 16
Eustaquio scored in stoppage time to secure the win
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South Korea demands change after World Cup exit
Their early exit prompted coach Hong to quit
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Russell wins Austrian Grand Prix
Antonelli claims third behind Red Bull’s Verstappen
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Messi scores again as Argentina head into last 32
They will play the knockout match with Cape Verde
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Who Should Be Appointed Captain?
The team’s recent poor performances are unacceptable and must be corrected quickly
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South Korea's 'dismal' World Cup ends in group phase
They suffered a shocking loss to lower-ranked South Africa
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Colombia, Portugal through to last 32
They settled for a goalless draw in their last group fixture
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DR Congo advance but Iran out
Austria and Algeria dash Iran’s hopes for the last 32













































































































