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WB appoints new country director for Pakistan
Amgaabazar is succeeding Najy Benhassine in this role
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NEPRA grills Power Division over FCA deferral
Consumers, regulators slam last-minute move to block Rs4.69/unit FCA relief as CPPA warns of upcoming tariff hike
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Gold up Rs108,500 in FY25
Bullion jumps to Rs350,200/tola; rupee down Rs5.4 vs dollar in a year
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IT minister avoids PTCL-Telenor merger comments
Unveils smart city vision for Islamabad, including fibre connectivity; free public Wi-Fi rollout planned
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Duty on Galvalume steel imposed
Pakistan concludes first anti-circumvention case, slaps 40% levy on import
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US approves $510m sale of bomb guidance kits to Israel following Iran conflict
Israel launched an unprecedented air campaign targeting Iran's nuclear sites, scientists, military leaders on June 13
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Trump claims to have found wealthy buyer for TikTok
US President predicted China would approve the sale
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Seoul marks 'Squid Game' final season with cosplay parade
Korean drama's latest instalment dropped on Friday
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She just wants to act
Mahira Khan talks Love Guru, age backlash, and future roles
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G7 risks disappearing into oblivion
Beneath G7 downfall, there lies aggrandisement of threats and advancement of self-seeking interests
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Trump Doctrine 2.0
Trump is known for making U-turns in his policy statements
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Do we need information commissions?
Pakistan ought to seriously revisit the entire RTI process
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Mounting monsoon toll
This phenomenon, coupled with Pakistan's inefficiency at enacting early warning systems
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Stripping oversight
Standing committees are the bedrock of legislative oversight
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The tariffs fixation
The move has surprised many as it has come days after the federal budget
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What can they read?
The nearly 700-page book beautifully captures these threads from the perspective of a young boy
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PBF forms 7-member committee for polls
National event in Dec, Malaysian team to compete
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Pak outplay Japan in crucial netball clash
Asian Youth Girls Netball C'ship in full swing
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Williams hits ton but SA still on top
South Africa lead by 216 at the close of play on second day
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Kane fires Bayern into CWC last eight
Vincent Kompany's men earned an entertaining 4-2 victory against spirited Flamengo
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Djokovic still hunts milestones
He prepares for his 20th Wimbledon bidding
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PSG dominate Miami to reach CWC quarters
Joao Neves netted twice for Luis Enrique's side in 4-0 victory
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Will the Asia Cup be held this year?
The tournament is scheduled to be played in September
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SL's Nissanka on verge of cricketing greatness
He eyes place among ICC's top ten batters across all formats
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Sufiyan likely to be called for BD series
Pakistan will play three T20Is in July
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Azhar named as acting red-ball coach
He will serve in this capacity until the conclusion of his current contract
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Trump to lift Syria sanctions in bid to revive economy, foster regional ties
Trump lifted Syria sanctions in May after Saudi, Turkey appeals following Assad family's fall by Ahmed al-Sharaa
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Turkey evacuates over 50,000 as wildfires rage in Izmir province
Worst blaze starts in Seferihisar near Izmir, spreading fast with winds up to 120 km/h, officials say
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Govt sticks to the script, hikes fuel prices again
Petrol raised by Rs8.36 per litre, high-speed diesel by Rs10.39 per litre
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President Zardari signs Finance Bill 2025-26 into law
Last week, National Assembly approved Rs17.57 trillion federal budget with certain amendments
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Canada scraps digital services tax, paving way for renewed US trade talks
Trump halts Canada trade talks over digital tax, vows new tariffs, risking renewed tensions after period of calm
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Govt to end collection of electricity duty via bills
Awais Leghari requests all CMs to explore alternative mechanisms for collecting provincial levies and duties
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Anosh Ahmed empowers public services via blockchain technology
With innovation, community empowerment, and Chicago Crypto Hub, Dr Ahmed promotes public policy adoption of blockchain
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Two firefighters shot dead in Idaho ambush, gunman found dead after standoff
Firefighters ambushed on arrival; suspect tracked by phone and found by SWAT as fire approached his location
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India's disinformation campaign on CPEC and AJK
The writer is a freelance contributor with special focus on issues related to international and national security
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Migrant boat sinks off Tunisia-Italy route, leaving one dead, 87 rescued
Nearly 30,000 migrants, including 5,146 unaccompanied minors, have arrived in Italy so far this year, officials say
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Naqvi vows tight security, enhanced surveillance for Muharram
Interior minister says security placed on high alert to thwart any nefarious designs of cowardly enemies
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Pakistan Navy's combat readiness strengthened across all domains: Admiral Naveed Ashraf
Navy chief praises leadership of Air Chief Marshal, commending PAF's efforts in modernising and tech integration
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Violence in Pakistan declines by 32% in Q2 2025
Report highlights reduced fatalities and improved counter-terrorism
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Pakistan's PR to UN in Vienna elected UNIDO president
Ambassador Kamran Akhtar is the first Pakistani to be honoured with the prestigious position
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Pakistan calls on India to resume IWT following Court of Arbitration ruling
FO urges India to resume cooperation and emphasises the importance of preserving the treaty for regional stability
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Israel strikes kill at least 60 in Gaza amid heaviest attacks in weeks
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza as tanks enter Zeitoun and warplanes bomb schools, forcing families to flee
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Iran says 935 killed in Israeli air strikes, new forensic data reveals
Israel struck Iran on June 13, hitting nuclear sites and killing commanders and civilians in worst attack
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Stocks close FY25 at new all-time high
Market breaks record with 1,248-point surge as China rolls over $3.4b in loans
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PCB appoints Azhar Mahmood as red-ball head coach
The former assistant coach will hold the position until the end of his current contract
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PAA launches probe into three foreign aircraft temporarily grounded
All three aircrafts undergoing maintenance inspection after back-to-back incidents
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Visuals from India's Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission fabricated: report
Fake News Watchdog dismisses mission as media spectacle rather than scientific achievement
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'Green credit' scheme for recycling plastic bottles launched in Lahore
Citizens can deposit empty plastic bottles into Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) and earn up to Rs1,000
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Scattered rain, thunderstorms expected across Pakistan
Hot, humid weather to persist in parts of Sindh, Balochistan
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ECP to convene on SC reserved seats ruling today
Meeting to formulate implementation strategy, notify candidates' victories as per verdict
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Two more held in Afghan e-visa scam
FIA says scam poses serious threats to national security
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Pet big cats to be sterilised, sale banned
Registered farms told to improve facilities in a month
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Leghari sets the record straight
Minister says losses stand at Rs250b not Rs500b
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Three-year ban on new medical colleges
Irfan Siddiqui said that the inclusion of political people would not change the institution's structure
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Crackdown on illegal LPG use intensified
Dr Salma Suleman stated that the protection of human lives is paramount
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79 lives lost to monsoon wrath
K-P bears brunt as Pakistan's most vulnerable to monsoon floods
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PTI to challenge references against MPAs
Bhachar accused the government of employing multiple failed tactics to dismantle the party's leadership.
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Five injured as house roofs collapse amid rain
Monsoon spell expected to continue till Thursday
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Man's nose, lips cut off to avenge son's love marriage
The injured was referred to Nishtar Hospital Multan in critical condition.
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Senators alarmed over NHA's handling of Indus Highway project
Lawmakers demand probe into blacklisted contractor; journalist raises public concerns
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Gujranwala tops Punjab in tax recovery
Exceeds targets of vehicle, property, professional levies
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LHC sets aside three Punjab govt notifications
Petitioners say provisions of Employees Social Security Ord made ineffective
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PAF tactics catch China's strategic eye
Chinese defence delegation visits Air HQ; Multi-domain Ops termed model for warfare; J-10C, PL-15 effectiveness
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Assembly ruckus hits citizens' right to information: speaker
He expressed his willingness to play a role in facilitating dialogue between the govt and the opposition
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Phuleli Canal breach plugged
The breach, measuring over 30 feet wide, developed on Monday due to heavy water pressure
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SECP registers record 35,000 companies
Regulator developing AI-based feature to streamline incorporations
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Govt making policy on old data
Aurangzeb slams PBS for decade-old, unreliable economic indicators
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PSX ends flat despite hitting peak at 134k
KSE-100 index edges up 33 points as investors lock in profit at higher valuations
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Merger deals bring $50m foreign investment
Competition Commission approved 69 M&A transactions in FY25
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Women-focused skill programmes launched
NAVTTC adopts Chinese models to reform vocational training
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Pakistan, Russia discuss steel mill revival
Want to make mill modern metallurgical facility
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Gold rises despite global decline
Jumps Rs1,500/tola; exchange firm exits market amid tightening regulations
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Govt plans to cut container dwell time by 70%
Forms committee tasked with identifying concrete steps to remove procedural hurdles
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Trade with regional countries reaches $4.1b
China comes on top as shipments hit $2.6b in July-May FY25
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Cement makers in race to buy PIA
Cabinet committee also approves joint venture model for sale of Roosevelt Hotel
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Gold prices climb in local market after global surge
The global price of gold rose to $3,325 per ounce, which triggered a corresponding rise in local rates
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Govt lifts cap on bureaucrats' fee
Despite push from PM and DPM, compliance fails; austerity measures continue
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Stocks fall, dollar up on tariffs plan
US will impose 25% levies on goods from Japan and South Korea
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Bank stocks, Pak-US deal propel PSX to record
KSE-100 index climbs 1,421 points, settles at 133,370
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Barter trade digital system developed
It will bring transparency as banking linkages remain limited
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ICC issues arrest warrants of top Taliban leaders
Warrants issued over persecution of women
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Eight killed, dozens missing in Nepal floods
Floods wash away 'Friendship Bridge' at border
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Five Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza
Deadliest figure comes as Netanyahu visits Washington
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Iran denies seeking talks with US after Trump’s claim
Iran says Israeli strikes killed 1060 people while Israeli officials report 28 deaths from retaliatory drone attacks
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X says India ordered block on 2,000 accounts, including Reuters News
X says India issued block order on July 3 2025 under Section 69A of the country’s Information Technology Act
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Trump slaps extra 10% tariffs on BRICS nations
Formed 20 years ago BRICS is now seen as a China-led push to reduce US global influence and challenge its dominance
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Afghanistan rejects ICC's ruling on arrest of senior Taliban leaders
Spokesperson says such declarations would not deter the resolve or legitimate stance of the Islamic Emirate
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Eight dead, dozens missing as floods destroy Nepal-China friendship bridge
Chinese workers missing at Nepal depot site; containers swept away in floods, causing major property loss
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Four dead, dozens injured in Cairo telecoms centre fire
Cairo flights delayed after telecoms fire, but all services resumed by Tuesday morning, civil aviation ministry says
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Deepti Sharma on cusp of gaining top spot in rankings
Players from England, India make gains in latest top batters' list
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Swiatek into Wimbledon quarter-finals
She defeated Clara Tauson 6-4, 6-1
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SA complete easy victory over ZIM
Captain Wiaan Mulder starred with a record-setting triple ton
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Djokovic stays on track for Wimbledon glory
He found rhythm to win 1-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 against Alex de Minaur
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McCullum says Archer 'ready to go' against India
He was in the squad for the second Test but did not feature in the game
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David dismisses ODI return for Australia
The batter confirms he is not planning to play domestic List A cricket
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Pak name squad for BD T20Is
Salman Ali Agha's men are scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on July 16
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Williamson, Bracewell skip Zim tour
The Black Caps will play two Tests against Zimbabwe
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Hesson shocks Babar with new proposal
Head coach asks ex-skipper if he can keep wickets in T20Is
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Roger Federer watches Novak Djokovic reach Wimbledon quarter-final with comeback win
Novak Djokovic advances at Wimbledon as Roger Federer watches his comeback from the Royal Box.
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Tyrese Haliburton to miss the entire 2025-26 NBA season due to injury
Indiana Pacers point guard was originally injured in Game 7 of NBA finals and has since undergone surgery
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Anthony Elanga set for Newcastle medical ahead of £55 million move
Elanga joined Forest from Manchester United for £15m, going on to make 82 appearances for the club, scoring 11 goals
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PCB unveils 15-player squad for T20I series in Bangladesh
Salman Ali Agha will lead Pakistan in the T20I series, set to begin on July 20; Haris Rauf and Shadab Khan miss out
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'Extraordinary' Luka Modric to join AC Milan in August: Allegri
Milan's new manager Massimiliano Allegri confirmed the 39-year old Croatian's status in his first press conference
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Jannik Sinner’s Wimbledon journey continues as Grigor Dimitrov retires hurt
Dimitrov was leading by two-sets on his way to a major upset in the fourth round of Wimbledon, before retiring hurt