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Ceremonial local governments
Even in developed world, empowered local governments wield immense economic power and fiscal authority
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No man's sea
In December 2025, Israel formally recognised Somaliland – self-governed state since 1991 without a UN seat
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Climate readiness
Climate risks intensify in Pakistan, with weak urban planning, poor readiness deepening vulnerability
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Poverty surge
Poverty surges to alarming levels as inflation, inequality, weak growth erode Pakistan’s economic stability
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Fence-mending move
Four-nation talks show promise, but ceasefire hopes hinge on trust, diplomacy, wider stakeholder consensus
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The storyteller's contribution
Tracy Kidder, American narrative journalist, told powerful stories of change in schools, Haiti’s TB wards, and Boston
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Indian govt planning false flag operation using Pakistani prisoners: sources
Hundreds of Pakistanis, including Kashmiris, in Indian custody may face forced exploitation against Pakistan
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3m Indian officials to begin counting world’s biggest population
Decade-long population survey to begin April 1; citizens can register online for a short window
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Lahore Qalandars imposes Rs1m fine on Shaheen Afridi for security protocol breach
Franchise appreciates security personnel's efforts for their crucial role in maintaining safe and secure environment
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NASA set for first crewed moon return in over half a century
Three US, one Canadian astronaut set for 10-day Orion mission, venturing deeper into space
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UK not 'getting dragged' into Middle East conflict, PM Starmer reiterates
Starmer says he will act in national interest, avoid Middle East war, and protect living standards
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What could Trump achieve by threatening Iran’s Kharg Island?
Trump warns failure to reach deal could see US 'obliterate' Iran’s key oil export hub
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Pakistani ships to transport diesel, jet fuel from Kuwait via Strait of Hormuz
Development takes place after a meeting between petroleum minister and Kuwait’s ambassador in Islamabad
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Iran war 'shock' is dimming outlook for many economies, IMF says
IMF says war from Feb 28 strikes causing global asymmetric shock, tightening financial conditions
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Body of Karachi man martyred in Israeli missile attack on Iran still awaits repatriation
Yasir went to Iran on a work visa, died in a missile strike on a tugboat at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port
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Widespread rain, thunderstorms expected across country from April 1: PMD
A westerly wave is expected to approach southwestern parts of Balochistan on April 1 and persist until April 4
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Bab al-Mandeb Strait: Iran war places another vital shipping route at risk
Experts warn that sustained disruption of the strait could ripple through oil markets and infrastructure
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Diesel stocks present for 23–24 days with petrol availability 'comfortable', fuel price committee told
Crude oil stocks currently provide around 11 days of cover
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China urges US-Iran talks as soon as possible, praises Pakistan mediation
Says it supports mediation and stands ready to work with Pakistan and others to end hostility
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Gaza death toll from Israeli onslaught nears 72,300
Health ministry says at least 704 people killed and over 1,900 injured by Israeli forces since ceasefire
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PCB fines Naseem Shah Rs20m for violating contract over social media post
Says his social media adviser has already been terminated
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PMDC seeks explanation over filming patients during procedure at Lahore’s Lady Willingdon Hospital
Issues formal notices to hospital administration and doctors allegedly involved in recording and sharing video
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India’s JioStar terminates Bangladesh IPL cricket broadcast deal, letter shows
JioStar says local partners have defaulted on payments
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EU council chief reaffirms support for Pakistan's Mideast peace efforts in call with PM Shehbaz
Premier shares latest developments on Pakistan's mediation efforts to de-escalate crisis with Antonio Costa
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Punjab announces resumption of school classes from April 1
Provincial govt rubbishes alleged notification falsely stating schools would adopt 'four-day working week'
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Labuschagne backs team to improve in PSL 11
The Hyderabad Kingsmen captain reflects on first PSL experience
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Fakhar Zaman charged with ball-tampering in PSL match
The batter was caught playing with the ball during Karachi clash
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Tudor tenure ends in turmoil
The Croatian's departure leaves Spurs sitting precariously in 17th place
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Sonam Kapoor welcomes second child in heartfelt social media post
'Welcome to the world, my little one, you are already so deeply loved,' says Anil Kapoor
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Italy hoping to scale World Cup 'Everest' ahead of Bosnia play-off showdown
Both sides aim to end a 12-year finals absence
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France beat Colombia in friendly
Doue hits brace, Thuram adds another in 3-1 win
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Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement
The four-time champion questions his place in the sport amid ongoing struggles
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Sinner overpowers Lehecka to win Miami Open
He beats Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to complete “Sunshine Double” without dropping a set
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In Canada's far north, some fret PM Carney's military plan overlooks everyday needs
Indigenous leaders warn Arctic militarisation may ignore urgent socioeconomic needs
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Dadu court acquits all accused in Ume Rubab Chandio's family murder case
Rubab says her spirits are high and she will challenge the verdict
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FM Dar to visit China for talks on regional tensions tomorrow
FO says two countries maintain close coordination, regular consultations on regional and international issues
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Heavy rain, floods kill 22 people in Afghanistan
Conditions remain "unstable" in parts of the country on Monday, with continued risk of further rain, flooding
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Israeli fire kills four in Gaza and the West Bank, medics say
Health officials say at least 50 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces since the Iran conflict began
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Trump says US in talks with 'more reasonable' Iran regime, warns of attacks if no deal
Says deal is close but threatens to obliterate oil wells, Kharg Island if Strait of Hormuz not opened
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‘Iris’ returns: Goo Goo Dolls' hit song fuels viral 90s trend
From celebrity throwbacks to family videos, band's 1998 classic is soundtracking a viral nostalgia wave
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Egypt warns Salah over MLS move
Hassan says move from Europe could impact the Liverpool striker's global standing
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Rohit proves old is gold in IPL
His 78 drives Mumbai to overhaul a 221 target
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Quetta Gladiators clinch first victory
Shamyl Hussain’s fifty and disciplined bowling seal 40-run win over Kingsmen
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Karachi Kings edge Lahore Qalandars in PSL 11
Zampa’s 2-11 outweighs Afridi’s 4-18 in low-scoring thriller
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Gold prices rise in local, international markets
On the first business day of the week, the price of gold per tola surged by Rs3,900
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PSX tumbles 4,864 points in volatile session as KSE-100 closes below 147,000
Broad-based selling hits banks, cement, fertiliser sectors as market expected to remain cautious with downside bias
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Australian police believe fugitive accused of killing two officers shot dead
More than 450 police officers had been involved in the hunt for Freeman since August
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PM Shehbaz reviews Gulf crisis impact on fuel, domestic reserves
PM briefed on fuel-saving measures, future plans, current stock; audit report confirms compliance with austerity drive
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Movie teaser for new Pakistani film 'Psycho' debuts at London’s O2 Arena
Shaan Shahid's psychological thriller becomes first Pakistani film to screen teaser at international venue
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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz assure adequate fuel stocks currently available to meet country's needs
President directs that all possible measures should be taken to ease burden of rising prices on common man
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Rain-related incidents kill nine, injure 28 across K-P, Punjab
PDMA urges public to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from vulnerable tourist destinations
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign security MoU, agree to develop cricket stadium in Jeddah
Agreements are latest in a series of initiatives aimed at expanding Pakistan-Saudi cooperation across multiple sectors
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PM Shehbaz to visit Iran, Turkiye from July 3-5: FO spokesperson
Says the prime minister will attend condolence ceremony for martyred Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
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Suspected drone attack kills three, injures eight in K-P's Bajaur
DSP says it is still unclear where the suspected drone has come from or who is behind the attack
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Govt raises Climate Support Levy, cuts Petroleum Levy to keep fuel prices unchanged
Climate Levy raised to Rs5 per litre; Petroleum Levy cut to Rs64.14 for petrol, Rs77.04 for high-speed diesel
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Progress made after facilitating US-Iran talks in Doha: FO
Parties agree to continue discussions in coming period, with next round of talks to be scheduled
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Glacier melt boosts water levels in rivers, reservoirs
Officials said the gradual increase in river flows had improved the availability of water in major reservoirs
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Budget tax changes come into force
Revised tax measures came into force with the implementation of the new federal budget
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CPEC 2.0 to drive shared growth, says DPM Dar
He reaffirms that all-weather strategic partnership with China remained a cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy
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Pakistan rejects India's criticism of Afghan strikes
Says Delhi sponsors terrorists operating from Afghan soil FO terms Pak actions 'legitimate, proportionate' and t
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Emergency response committee set up
PM orders swift emergency response to monsoon risks
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Four dead as monsoon lashes northwest
Rescue teams pulled the injured from the debris and shifted them to nearby hospitals
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Scientists make cells using lab-made DNA
Tiny, quivering spheres designed to feed and multiply raise prospect of artificial organisms
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Telcos seek relief from load-shedding
Senate panel forms committee to explore uninterrupted electricity for towers
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No talks with govt at present, says Gohar
Dismisses reports of Azad Kashmir poll boycott
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Gold surges to new high globally, climbs Rs9,100 per tola locally
Price per 10 grams increases by Rs7,802 to Rs367,572
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Oil falls for a third straight day after US, Iran conclude talks in Doha
Brent futures lost 1.1% to $70.78 a barrel; US West Texas Intermediate crude fell 1.2% to $67.74 a barrel
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PSX surges over 1,400 points in early trading
KSE-100 rises 0.8% to 185,514 amid robust volumes
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Business leaders denounce live animal export policy
Emphasise processed meat, value-added products offer bigger gains
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Gold falls despite 2% global surge
Local rate dips Rs5,200/tola but international bullion rebounds on soft jobs data
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PSX soars 3,748 points on easing inflation
Index crosses 184k; banking sector leads rally on robust investor interest
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PACRA upgrades Bank of Punjab rating to AAA
BOP has become the first and only provincial bank in Pakistan to achieve the nation's highest credit rating
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US-Iran deal role spurs cyber threats
Pakistan faces 253 cyberattacks in 2026; govt issues COC deadline for organisations
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Privatisation body extends deadline for EOIs
Privatisation Commission says it remains committed to conducting a transparent
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Govt achieves inflation goal, but consumers suffer
Average inflation hits 7.1% in FY26, lower than target of 7.5%
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SECP unveils first ESG Mutual Funds Framework
It will encourage companies to improve environmental, social and governance practices
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NEPRA approves salary hike, bonuses
Okays Rs1.585b payouts for CPPA-G despite power-sector woes
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WB backs cuts in provincial NFC
Allocations by provinces fall short by Rs229b; bank for bridging imbalances
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PSX climbs 3,748 points on inflation relief, broad-based buying
KSE-100 index reaches 184,050.10; banking, energy, cement and auto stocks lead rally as rate-cut expectations grow
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Gold slides for third consecutive day in global, local markets
Price of gold per tola declines by Rs5,200
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US, Iran hold talks in Qatar
Vance says no return to war unless needed
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Pakistan to boost UNRWA funding
Move aims at closing $100 million shortfall
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US declines to extend North American trade deal
Starting clock to end it while seeking changes
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Israel grants US confiscated Palestinian land to build Jerusalem embassy complex for $1
US ambassador says Israel leased land for 99 years under a deal requiring Washington to pay just $1
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US won't resume military action in Iran unless necessary: VP JD Vance
Says Doha talks 'going well', but warns of shift in calculus if Tehran rebuilds nuclear programme
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US and Iran enter technical talks to secure peace deal, shipping restart
Traffic partially resumes through the waterway, which handled one-fifth of global oil and LNG trade before the war
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Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese head home as fighting eases, many still stranded
About 40% of the one million displaced Lebanese have returned to their towns and villages
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China's Xi urges ruling Communist Party to be adaptable, safeguard advances
Analysts say slower economic growth, demographic decline pose key challenges for world's second-largest economy
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Araghchi warns Israel of powerful response over Katz's 'death threat' against Mojtaba Khamenei
Katz says Israel can target Iran again 'if it deems it necessary' despite ongoing US efforts to pursue diplomacy
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Israeli occupiers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, perform Talmudic rituals
Palestinian authorities say dozens enter holy site under protection of Israeli police
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Mbappe's brace lifts France into Round of 16 of World Cup
Mbappe score his ninth goal in World Cup knockout matches, moving him ahead of Leonidas and Ronaldo
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Serena beaten on Wimbledon return
Her return was shattered by Australia's Maya Joint
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Son apologises to S Korea fans
They suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to South Africa
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Sinner avoids shock Wimbledon exit
He was pushed to the brink by Miomir Kecmanovic
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Argentina have super-fan in Czechia
A larger-than-life Messi mural adorns the back of the house
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Haaland fires Norway into last-16
He scored an 86th-minute winner against Ivory Coast
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Stokes backs Brook to succeed him
He was Stokes’s vice-captain in the New Zealand series
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Morocco set up Canada clash in last 16
They beat the Netherlands on penalties following a 1-1 draw
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Djokovic battles past Wu in 'challenging' Wimbledon first round
He secured a 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 victory
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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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Latham hails NZ after downing Eng
They secured a 160-run victory in the third Test and the series
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Germany dumped out by Paraguay
They were beaten 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw
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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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