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Balochistan installs modern solar facilities
Province has solar energy potential of 2,900 gigawatts
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Bonds rise on economic optimism
Become world’s best-performing driven by high hopes ahead of new govt
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Debt repayment
Pakistan is obligated to repay $77 billion over the next three years
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A vote for democracy
Elections held at height of political instability, nosediving economy and simmering security situation
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A green energy transition is not intrinsically a win-win for all
More equitable mechanisms must be created to move the world toward a net-zero future
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Embracing bicycling in the capital city
Earnest call to reimagine Islamabad’s urban landscape in face of rising environmental , daily commutation challenges
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Pathways to development — where Pakistan stands
Post elections important issue facing new government will be reviving Pakistan’s economy, raising living standards
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In the heart of solidarity
People of Kashmir have fought through years of oppression, barbarity and negation of their identity
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How international media is covering Pakistan's elections
Global media closely cover general elections, focusing on security, candidates, and mobile service suspension
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‘Unwavering commitment’: PM lauds high voter turnout
Kakar praises institutions’ resolve in the aftermath of the recent terrorist incidents
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Internet, cellular services outages cripple polls
Move attributed to maintaining ’law and order’; condemned by rights groups and parties
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SC orders extreme caution in matters of faith
Grants bail to an accused charged with distributing proscribed religious book
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Police produce ‘missing’ Raja Nasir before IHC
Case dismissed after plea withdrawn by lawyer for PTI-backed candidate for PP-11
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IHC suspends FBR restructuring notification
Petitioner contends that interim govt does not have mandate to take such decisions
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ECC okays Rs10b for Digital Information Infrastructure Initiative
ECC directed of finance and maritime affairs ministries to explore further avenues of investment
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Bilawal challenges ‘myth’ about PML-N performance
PPP chief says his party is manages economy better than others
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Imran, Elahi cast votes via postal ballot
Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Sheikh Rasheed unable to vote
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ECP sets up ‘Election City’ for results sharing
ECP would use EMS for transmission of election results
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When PML-N extended a helping hand to PTI
In a surprising twist, influential PML-N leader helps locate young PTI supporter in time of need amid crackdown
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Is a coalition govt in the offing?
PPP, PML-N complete pre-poll consultation, final decisions after vote results
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Rain brings relief to citizens, farmers
Farmers expressed optimism that the rain would serve as tonic for the crops
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24 party workers booked
The workers were later dispersed by intruding on the heavy contingent of the police
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Nation goes to polls to elect their representatives for next five years
The road to elections has been riddled with challenges, with echoes of the past haunting the present
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Economic revival likely post-polls
LSM sector growth, exchange rate improvement key to boosting economy
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UAE fund plans $4-5b investments in India
Funds will go through a tax-neutral finance hub in Gujarat
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Govt raises 7.5 times lower financing at T-bills auction
Strategy aims to maintain policy rate amidst IMF concerns
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Pakistan, Germany ink deals worth €45m
Target climate, economy and social welfare to boost partnership
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Stocks rise in volatile trading ahead of polls
KSE-100 index gains 344.85 points, settles at 64,143.87
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Sindh opposes rushed approval of Rs1.1tr canal network package
Tensions rise over concerns on water shares as Centre pushes controversial proposal
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Rupee ticks up to 3-1/2-month high
With fresh uptick, currency has cumulatively risen 9.93%, or Rs27.76, in past five months
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Govt to extend scope of talks with IPPs to cut tariff
Decides to negotiate with hydel, gas-based IPPs to save costs for consumers
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Kyrgyzstan keen on boosting business ties
Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan can cooperate in many areas including agriculture, industry, energy, and tourism
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Hesco, Gepco privatisation okayed
CCoP increases Privatisation Commission budget by Rs2.2b or 175%
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The ball is in the court of the politicians
Gallup survey shows 99% of people think present caretaker government is corrupt
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A citizen’s economic manifesto
Pakistan’s economy is in dire straits, with overburdened, bleeding population, it needs urgent surgical repair
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Jewish terrorism
Law of Return basically says that any Jew has right to relocate to Israel and acquire Israeli citizenship
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Time to vote
Distinctive feature of Feb 8 2024 elections is sizable number of Independent candidates, contesting for PTI
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Gas price hike
Magnitude of tariff increases, with 35.13% rise for SNGPL consumers, 8.57% increase for SSGC consumers
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New PCB chief
Selection of PCB chief should be in free, fair elections organised by board, with no political interference
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Bilawal challenges ‘myth’ about PML-N performance
PPP chief says his party is manages economy better than others
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Former Chile President Pinera drowned following helicopter crash
The helicopter carrying the two-time president of Chile crashed in the waters of Lake Ranco, cause not determined
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For differently-abled individuals voting is a burden
Rights groups claim that election authorities have ignored the plight of voters with mobility issues and the elderly
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Punitive demolitions targeting properties of Muslims in India: Amnesty
JCB bulldozer-led demolitions have left at least 617 individuals homeless or deprived of their means of livelihood
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Locals upset with hunting bids’ income distribution
Residents of Chitral feel that they never get to see any of the money the government earns from allowing Markhor hunts
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JUI-F’s Hafiz Hamdullah survives gun attack in Chaman
Unknown assailants fled the scene following retaliatory firing by Hamdullah's guards
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Three killed, two injured in Karachi grenade blast
Cop's young son was carrying grenade in his hand when it went off accidentally
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Border with Iran, Afghanistan to remain closed on election day
Normal operations would resume on Friday, says FO spokesperson
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76% of Pakistanis ready to accept election results: survey
IPSOS says 77% in rural, 74% in urban areas ready to accept results, signaling optimism for democracy's continuity
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Blast at Indian firecracker factory kills 11, dozens injured – media
At least 174 people were rescued and rushed to hospitals; compensation for the families of the deceased announced
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Saudi Arabia: no Israel ties without recognition of Palestinian state
Riyadh urges UNSC members to recognise Palestinian state on 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as capital
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Govt to produce web series on Jinnah and Iqbal for 150th anniversaries
Green-lights Rs500m project on Pakistan’s founding fathers to highlight the nation’s ideological heritage globally
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Mufti Muneeb announces Zakat al-Fitr, Fidya rates for Ramazan
Set minimum Zakat al-Fitr and Fidya at Rs300 per person, with the wealthy urged to pay according to their means
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Islamabad court upholds CM Afridi's arrest warrants over remarks against state institutions
Court says accused absent despite orders, causing further delay in proceedings
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Sindh Assembly passes resolution rejecting calls to separate Karachi from province
CM Murad warns that any attempt to separate Karachi from Sindh would undermine national unity and federal structure
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Lieutenant colonel, sepoy martyred, five terrorists killed in Bannu attack
Inter-Services Public Relations says suicide bomber intercepted, major attack on civilians averted
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North Waziristan teacher recovered after abduction linked to Aina Wazir's cricket video
Abduction underscores growing friction between digital expression, tribal traditions in North Waziristan
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CTD foils terror plot, arrests female suicide bomber in DI Khan
Suspect was associate of deceased militant commander; attack equipment was to be provided by khariji commander Asim
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Customs seize 30kg silver from truck at Torkham border
Truck had transported an Afghan family before returning to Pakistan
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SHC questions disparity as tanker water flows but supply lines run dry
Bench remarked that the tanker system should be shut down and water supplied through lines
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Naqvi, G-B caretaker CM discuss law and order, CTD rollout
Meeting focuses on security, tourism ahead of polls
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Punjab waives stamp duty on property transfers in corporate mergers
Court-approved amalgamations to be exempt under new government notification
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Gandapur indicted in audio leak case as Islamabad court suspends warrants
PTI leader appears before judge; proceedings as proclaimed offender dropped, hearing set for April 6
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IHC seeks replies on Imaan Mazari, husband appeals in controversial tweets case
Mazari and Chattha have challenged the January 24 conviction verdict before the high court
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Ringleader among three robbery suspects arrested after encounter in Karachi
Suspect 'Badshah', carrying Rs1 million bounty, held injured in operation
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Blocking CNIC to enforce court decree violates right to life, SC rules
Justice Muneeb Akhtar issues three-page ruling overturing SHC order, says identity card is basic necessity
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Gold, silver prices surge again as local rates hit new highs
International gold gains $71 per ounce, boosting local prices
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Punjab waives stamp duty on property transfers in corporate mergers
Court-approved amalgamations to be exempt under new government notification
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Private sector to head EDF board
Commerce minister, secretary removed as new EDF law curbs bureaucracy's role
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Industries received Rs12.1b power relief
Nearly half of industrial consumers availed surplus electricity package in Dec-Jan
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Minerals alone do not ensure prosperity
South Asia needs to act strategically as global race for critical minerals intensifies
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New oil and gas reserves found in Kohat
Baragzai X-01 well produces 225 bpd of oil, 1.01 mmscfd of gas
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Pakistan, Philippines move toward PTA
JEC meeting backs reactivation of Joint Business Council, wider sectoral cooperation
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'Need for quality housing to rise sharply'
Executive stresses regulation, planning and lower interest rates to stabilise real estate
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SPI inflation accelerates to 5.19% YoY
Index jumps as tomato prices surge 85%, energy tariffs bite
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SBP injects Rs1.57tr via OMO
Gold hits Rs526,462/tola tracking a global rally on US data, Iran tension
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Indecision delays satellite internet
Regulatory hurdles limiting rural broadband potential, industrial IoT expansion
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IMF spox says EFF reforms helped stabilise Pakistan’s economy
Fund cites strong fiscal performance and first current account surplus in 14 years ahead of review talks on Feb 25
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PSX stages sharp rebound as KSE-100 gains 999 points
Benchmark index closes at 173,170 after hitting intraday high of 174,148
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OGDC finds oil, gas in Tando Allah Yar
New development well successfully tested in the C-Sands of the Lower Goru Formation
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One month on, Gul Plaza awaits relief
KCCI says over 2,000 claims assessed; payments likely before 20th Ramazan
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Iran prepares counterproposal as Trump weighs strikes
Trump on Thursday gave Tehran a deadline of 10 to 15 days to make a deal
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US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping tariffs
Ruling setback for US president's economic agenda; Trump imposes 10% extra global tariff on partners
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Pakistan, US to boost counterterror cooperation
Rubio thanks Pakistan's support for Gaza peace
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Sikhs for Justice pledges $1b for Trump’s Board of Peace, seeks Punjab referendum
Calls on Washington to press Modi for State Dept-monitored referendum in 'Indian-occupied Punjab'
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US trade partners cautiously welcome Supreme Court tariff ruling
Britain to work with US on trade deal impact; Canada says ruling confirms tariffs were 'unjustified'
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Kabul shakes as 5.8-magnitude earthquake hits eastern Afghanistan
Power was briefly cut in parts of the capital
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Gaza board bathed in flattery with caution
Trump also told stories in which he portrayed himself as having coerced leaders into doing what he wanted
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Trump says weighing strike on Iran as Tehran says draft deal coming soon
'I am considering it,' Trump says; Iranian FM says 'a fast deal is something that both sides are interested in'
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British police search royal mansion in investigation of King Charles' brother Andrew
He has not been charged with any offence
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Turkiye, Saudi sign major solar power deal
Acwa will build two solar power plants in the provinces of Sivas and Karaman with combined capacity of 2,000 megawatts
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FIFA, Board of Peace to support Gaza reconstruction through football
Trump says FIFA will raise $75 million for soccer projects in Gaza, including 50 mini-pitches and 20,000-seat stadium
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Gulf countries pledge over $4b to Trump’s Board of Peace
Pledges were announced during the first meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington
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Michael Vaughan demands probe into reports of Pakistan cricketers sidelined from Hundred competition
'The most inclusive sport in the country is not one that allows this to happen,' says former England captain
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FIFA, Board of Peace to support Gaza reconstruction through football
Trump says FIFA will raise $75 million for soccer projects in Gaza, including 50 mini-pitches and 20,000-seat stadium
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Alysa Liu wins Olympic gold in Milan as first US woman champion since 2002
Alysa Liu claims Olympic gold in Milan despite saying she was not focused on medals
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Record-breaking broadcast deal likely in Pakistan history
A franchise is considering ₨4.5 billion annually for PSL broadcast rights
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Messi kicks off MLS season
He will be in action against Los Angeles FC in the season opener
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Endrick turns Lyon’s tide in Ligue 1
They have bounced back in style and after a remarkable winning run
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Alcaraz books last four berth in Qatar
Jannik Sinner stunned by Jakub Mensik
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Anisimova ends Andreeva Dubai defence
She booked a place in the semi-finals of a WTA 1000 event
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Arsenal aim to banish title jitters
The Gunners are set to face Spurs to extend Premier League
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Leipzig host red-hot Dortmund
Robert Kovac’s side is facing an injury crisis in defence
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PSB rejects hockey federation allegations over Pro League tour funding
The board also rejected claims that it was responsible for handling operational arrangements for international events
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Kingsmen sign Glenn Maxwell for HBL PSL11
He has accumulated 10,986 runs and claimed 196 wickets in the format
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PM Shehbaz orders inquiry after hockey team’s poor results
A formal investigation has been initiated at the federal level to determine accountability
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Zimbabwe beat Sri Lanka to go top of Group B
They finished their group campaign with a stunning six-wicket win
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Real say they have provided evidence
UEFA is currently probing racism allegations leveled by forward Vinicius
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Liverpool boss Slot says Isak in 'final stages of rehab'
The British record signing has been sidelined since mid-December






































































































