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Decides to negotiate with hydel, gas-based IPPs to save costs for consumers

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan can cooperate in many areas including agriculture, industry, energy, and tourism

CCoP increases Privatisation Commission budget by Rs2.2b or 175%

Gallup survey shows 99% of people think present caretaker government is corrupt

Pakistan’s economy is in dire straits, with overburdened, bleeding population, it needs urgent surgical repair

Law of Return basically says that any Jew has right to relocate to Israel and acquire Israeli citizenship

Distinctive feature of Feb 8 2024 elections is sizable number of Independent candidates, contesting for PTI

Magnitude of tariff increases, with 35.13% rise for SNGPL consumers, 8.57% increase for SSGC consumers

Selection of PCB chief should be in free, fair elections organised by board, with no political interference

PPP chief says his party is manages economy better than others

The helicopter carrying the two-time president of Chile crashed in the waters of Lake Ranco, cause not determined

Rights groups claim that election authorities have ignored the plight of voters with mobility issues and the elderly

JCB bulldozer-led demolitions have left at least 617 individuals homeless or deprived of their means of livelihood

Residents of Chitral feel that they never get to see any of the money the government earns from allowing Markhor hunts

Unknown assailants fled the scene following retaliatory firing by Hamdullah's guards

Cop's young son was carrying grenade in his hand when it went off accidentally

Normal operations would resume on Friday, says FO spokesperson

IPSOS says 77% in rural, 74% in urban areas ready to accept results, signaling optimism for democracy's continuity

At least 174 people were rescued and rushed to hospitals; compensation for the families of the deceased announced

Riyadh urges UNSC members to recognise Palestinian state on 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as capital

Resistance group's counterproposal envisages three phases of truce, each lasting 45 days

EMS project director says move taken a day before polls in view of security threats

Bombs target election offices of JUI-F leader in Killa Saifullah; independent candidate Asfandyar Kakar in Pishin

FO response comes as OHCHR raises concern about ‘PTI leaders’ harassment’

Azerbaijan is at a critical crossroads characterised by internal dynamics, strategic concerns

Since its ascent in 2013, PTI has carved a significant niche for itself in Pakistan's political landscape

CDWP discusses vital projects related to energy, transport, communication, and water resource sectors

More than 800 national and provincial assembly seats will be up for grabs in general elections

With Pakistan's 12th elections looming on Feb 8, all eyes turn to political hotbed in the northern expanse of Punjab

PTI supporters remain steadfast, pledge to defy all odds stacked against party in Feb 8 polls

Sindh Apex Committee examines implementation of National Action Plan

Kamal stresses that historical divide between Pakhtuns, Muhajirs in Karachi is now thing of past

Total of 5,336 polling stations have been set up across the seven districts of Karachi

Voices serious concern over deploying favourites as presiding officers

SHC irked over election commission’s failure to implement code of conduct

Clear instructions given to ensure transparent elections no one will be allowed to take law into hands on February 8

Trend in Pakistan’s electoral history is emergence of new political parties before each election

ECP finalises arrangements; 860 polling booths set up for 448 males, 412 for women

Operation teams will be present at stations on February 7, 8, and 9 to iron out any possible technical glitches

With tough contests expected, political parties & independents rally for voter support

Total of 2,671 polling stations have been set up, including 989 for males, 964 for females

Provincial election commissioner said the security, communication and transport plans had been chalked out

Proposal for easy instalments draws concerns over import bill, commercial directives

Pingdingshan deputy mayor says 2021 MoU solidified relations

Sri Lanka’s official reserves stood at $4.4 billion at end of 2023, an increase of 22% according to central bank

Minister says 100 state-of-the-art workstations have been tailored for freelancers

KSE-100 index rises 796.10 points, settles at 63,799.02

Will monitor upcoming elections; pending economic reforms, IMF loan are key determinants

Raises limit on withdrawal from escrow account

Strong demand fuelled by quality, trade advantages

Green-lights Rs500m project on Pakistan’s founding fathers to highlight the nation’s ideological heritage globally

Set minimum Zakat al-Fitr and Fidya at Rs300 per person, with the wealthy urged to pay according to their means

Court says accused absent despite orders, causing further delay in proceedings

CM Murad warns that any attempt to separate Karachi from Sindh would undermine national unity and federal structure

Inter-Services Public Relations says suicide bomber intercepted, major attack on civilians averted

Abduction underscores growing friction between digital expression, tribal traditions in North Waziristan

Suspect was associate of deceased militant commander; attack equipment was to be provided by khariji commander Asim

Truck had transported an Afghan family before returning to Pakistan

Bench remarked that the tanker system should be shut down and water supplied through lines

Meeting focuses on security, tourism ahead of polls

Court-approved amalgamations to be exempt under new government notification

PTI leader appears before judge; proceedings as proclaimed offender dropped, hearing set for April 6

Mazari and Chattha have challenged the January 24 conviction verdict before the high court

Suspect 'Badshah', carrying Rs1 million bounty, held injured in operation

Justice Muneeb Akhtar issues three-page ruling overturing SHC order, says identity card is basic necessity

International gold gains $71 per ounce, boosting local prices

Court-approved amalgamations to be exempt under new government notification

Commerce minister, secretary removed as new EDF law curbs bureaucracy's role

Nearly half of industrial consumers availed surplus electricity package in Dec-Jan

South Asia needs to act strategically as global race for critical minerals intensifies

Baragzai X-01 well produces 225 bpd of oil, 1.01 mmscfd of gas

JEC meeting backs reactivation of Joint Business Council, wider sectoral cooperation

Executive stresses regulation, planning and lower interest rates to stabilise real estate

Index jumps as tomato prices surge 85%, energy tariffs bite

Gold hits Rs526,462/tola tracking a global rally on US data, Iran tension

Regulatory hurdles limiting rural broadband potential, industrial IoT expansion

Fund cites strong fiscal performance and first current account surplus in 14 years ahead of review talks on Feb 25

Benchmark index closes at 173,170 after hitting intraday high of 174,148

New development well successfully tested in the C-Sands of the Lower Goru Formation

KCCI says over 2,000 claims assessed; payments likely before 20th Ramazan

Trump on Thursday gave Tehran a deadline of 10 to 15 days to make a deal

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Ruling setback for US president's economic agenda; Trump imposes 10% extra global tariff on partners

Rubio thanks Pakistan's support for Gaza peace

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Calls on Washington to press Modi for State Dept-monitored referendum in 'Indian-occupied Punjab'

Britain to work with US on trade deal impact; Canada says ruling confirms tariffs were 'unjustified'

Power was briefly cut in parts of the capital

Trump also told stories in which he portrayed himself as having coerced leaders into doing what he wanted

'I am considering it,' Trump says; Iranian FM says 'a fast deal is something that both sides are interested in'

He has not been charged with any offence

Acwa will build two solar power plants in the provinces of Sivas and Karaman with combined capacity of 2,000 megawatts

Trump says FIFA will raise $75 million for soccer projects in Gaza, including 50 mini-pitches and 20,000-seat stadium

Pledges were announced during the first meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington

'The most inclusive sport in the country is not one that allows this to happen,' says former England captain

Trump says FIFA will raise $75 million for soccer projects in Gaza, including 50 mini-pitches and 20,000-seat stadium

Alysa Liu claims Olympic gold in Milan despite saying she was not focused on medals

A franchise is considering ₨4.5 billion annually for PSL broadcast rights

He will be in action against Los Angeles FC in the season opener

They have bounced back in style and after a remarkable winning run

Jannik Sinner stunned by Jakub Mensik

She booked a place in the semi-finals of a WTA 1000 event

The Gunners are set to face Spurs to extend Premier League

Robert Kovac’s side is facing an injury crisis in defence

The board also rejected claims that it was responsible for handling operational arrangements for international events

He has accumulated 10,986 runs and claimed 196 wickets in the format

A formal investigation has been initiated at the federal level to determine accountability

They finished their group campaign with a stunning six-wicket win

UEFA is currently probing racism allegations leveled by forward Vinicius

The British record signing has been sidelined since mid-December