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Chip technology: the emerging battlefront?
Smaller transistors translate to lower energy needs and faster processing speeds
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Global South reclaiming intellectual space
Baku Process plays an active role in building bridges and trust among civilisations and cultures
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Nuclear threshold
Iran will have to do some plain-talking and take its allies and the IAEA into confidence over the brinkmanship
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And now a cotton crisis?
The country appears increasingly likely to fall short of the annual harvesting target of 10 million bales of cotton
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Longstanding challenge
Bureaucratic red tape, political interference and nepotism undermine efforts to improve accountability & transparency
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Profitable SOEs erased from sell-off list
Dar asks for revisiting list, adding all loss-making SOEs to privatisation programme
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Study reveals surge in smuggled cigarette brands
Ipsos study shows illicit market share to hit 56% by June 2024
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Fly Jinnah starts flights to Muscat
Airline plans to fly twice a week to Oman’s capital
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Experts propose Pak-China agri-council
Say future crop output, food security rely on tech progress, good policies
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PSX hits record above 73k in pre-budget rally
KSE-100 index surges 427.45 points, settles at 73,085.50
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Green investment a priority: Aurangzeb
WB study estimates annual GDP losses of up to 1% due to climate-related risks
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Reforms stressed in budget proposals
Business leaders advocate for streamlined operations, investment incentives to boost SMEs
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Low inflation sparks rate cut talks
Dips to 7-month low amid speculations of an emergency SBP MPC meeting
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High reserves prop up rupee further
Currency gains Rs0.08 to Rs278.12 vs dollar in inter-bank trade
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IMF urges Rs163b spending cut amid revenue shortfall
Says it will not compromise on primary budget surplus of 0.4% of GDP or Rs401b
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Protesting farmers refuse to relent
ZAC underscores QESCO's failure in meeting the energy demands of growers and domestic consumers across Balochistan.
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Industry-ready grads ‘to drive growth’
Tordher underscores government’s commitment to fostering industrialization
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Cabinet greenlights past financial budgets
Assembly absence delayed previous K-P budgets
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Sindh chief justice for expediting Safe City Project
Provincial Justice Committee voices concern over deteriorating law & order situation
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Man kidnaps wife's brother for ransom
Suspect killed the victim because he knew him, say police
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JPMC sets up heatstroke ward
At least 15 heatstroke patients are coming to the hospital daily
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Unchecked cheating raises questions on exams credibility
MQM-P suspends members of ex-MPA for harassing staff at exam centre
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Sindh enhances funds for UCs
CM says elected representatives to be held accountable to ensure judicious spending of funds
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May 9 instigators should be punished: Faryal
Says PPP leaders also went to jail, but never resorted to arson
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Kotri infrastructure in a shambles
Contractors left roads, drainange works unfinished
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Rapid urbanisation triggers flooding concern in Mithi
DC urges officers to develop emergency protocols ahead of the monsoon season
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Rs3b wheat scam unearthed in Sindh food dept
Corrupt officials filled 0.3m sacks with wasted grain and dirt to show procurement following 2022 floods
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Haripur police crack blind murder case
Preliminary probe reveals wife plotted victim’s murder with paramour
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IHC orders de-sealing of tandoors
Court also directed DC and nanbais to determine consensus price of roti and naan through consultation
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‘Poppy-laced’ tea sale stirs controversy
Intoxicating drinks ensnare consumers in addiction and pose serious health risks
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Teacher shortage crisis hits public schools
There is not a single teacher posted in 567 primary schools across Punjab
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Suspects go unchecked in police record
Field cops skip online entries of hotel passengers, tenants & cell phone traders
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Capital schools directed to cut air pollution
All schools and colleges to take immediate action on polluting vehicles
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PTI activists face legal action over agitations
Rawalpindi police book over 70 workers including central leaders
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Heavy rain lashes twin cities
Brings relief to residents; floods low-lying areas, disrupts traffic flow
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Private investment in grain storage discussed
CM welcomes IFC's interest to provide farmers working capital
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EU, Punjab sanction water agency capacity-building project
Multi-million euro grants aim to enhance service delivery, infrastructure
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Bhakkar struck by severe storm, 8 injured
Trees were uprooted, and multiple feeder trips resulted in a disruption of the electricity supply
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Telcos to block SIMs in small batches
FBR communicates first batch of 5,000 non-filers to cellular firms
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Downside risks for Pakistan remain exceptionally high: IMF
New govt indicates intention to continue SBA’s policies but political uncertainty remains significant, says report
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UN General Assembly backs Palestinian bid for membership
Resolution passed with 143 votes in favour and nine against while 25 countries abstain
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China firmly opposes US adding Chinese entities to export control list
Earlier US added 37 Chinese entities to a trade blacklist accusing involved in spy Balloon case over US soil
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Xi's Europe trip boosts China-Central and Eastern Europe cooperation
Xi's Europe visit unfolds as Washington is manoeuvring to rally its allies in Europe to "de-risk" from China
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NEPRA orders no load-shedding during exams
Nepra instructs DISCOs to take all necessary actions to comply with its directive
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Spyware attacks increased by 300% in Pakistan
Backdoor attacks witness moderate increase in 2024
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PPP ‘not’ joining federal cabinet – even after budget
Party insiders dismiss these reports, meaning Bilawal won’t become foreign minister again
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Defending triathlon champion Flora Duffy in race against time
Olympic triathlon champion eyes Paris after an 18-month injury layoff
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Thiem to retire at end of season
Austrian struggled after wrist injury that affected forehand
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Olympic torch relay completes first day in France
Former NBA great Tony Parker is also among the 200 people who will carry the torch in Marseille
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Pakistan hold New Zealand to draw in Azlan Shah clash
The Greenshirts remain unbeaten in the tournament
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Senate resolution lauds armed forces
House pays tribute to CDF Field Marshal Munir for his courageous leadership
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Expats may get relief in PTA phone taxes
Minister said different tax rates had been fixed for different mobile phone models
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Pakistan, Qatar discuss Mideast peace
Both leaders agreed to maintain close communication and coordination on all issues of mutual interest
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Araghchi briefs Dar on his China visit
Araghchi also thanked Pakistan for facilitating the repatriation of Iranian nationals from the seized vessels earlier
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Pakistan set for $200m IMF resilience fund
IMF board is likely to take up Pakistan-related matters in an important meeting scheduled for Friday
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FCC upholds termination in quota case
Chief Justice further observed that the unlawful appointments had been made by the relevant institutions
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PTI leaders denied meeting with Imran in Adiala
Govt defends medical care for PTI founder, wife
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PM vows sustained push for G-B, AJK development
Sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme
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FO stresses diplomacy in ties with India
Expects Iran-US deal 'sooner rather than later'
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Armed forces vow swift response to any aggression
DG ISPR warns against testing Pak resolve, AVM Ghazi says PAF-IAF tally stands at 8-0
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DGK school roof collapse kills four children
DGK school roof collapse kills four children
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Federal govt loses key tax case
FCC strikes down Section 7E of Income Tax Ordinance
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AJKHC stays POS system for hotels
AJKHC stays POS system order on hotels
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Saudi assures continued energy support
Both sides exploring refinery upgradation projects as technical talks progress
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Telecom sector seeks budget tax relief
Proposals include lower withholding tax, customs duty abolition on 5G equipment
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Bill penalising borrowers deferred
NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter's property after first notice
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'Illicit cigarettes cost Rs350b a year'
Weak enforcement, not lack of laws, fuels informal trade, minister told
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PSX stays bullish, nears 173,000
KSE-100 index adds 1,190 points over easing US-Iran tensions
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LCCI presents budget proposals to FinMin
Chamber urges end to policy instability, restoration of final tax regime
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Cannabis control body plans Rs200m renovation
Funding required to operationalise facilities in building taken over from S&T ministry
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Record 4,082 companies registered in April
The total number of registered companies has reached 294,101
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Foreign reserves rise by $23m
Gold climbs to Rs496,762 per tola amid global rally
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SBP purchases $27b in 3.5 years
Governor defends rate hike; economy seen growing over 4% in third quarter
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Gold price rises by Rs7,800 per tola in local market
Price of 10 grams of gold in Pakistan increases by Rs6,687
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Oil prices rise as investors weigh Middle East peace prospects
Brent crude futures were up 54 cents, or 0.5%, at $101.81 a barrel
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5G rollout in Aug, devices scarce
Telcos propose phones on installments; iPhone users to wait till 2027
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Gold surges Rs11,100 as global rally lifts prices
Climbs to Rs488,962/tola on around 3% jump internationally; rupee up
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Pakistan, US eye fair trade deal
Washington appreciates Islamabad's role in promoting regional stability
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World awaits Iran response to peace deal
World awaits Iran response to peace deal
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BJP political aide killed in West Bengal
At least five people have been killed since announcement of state election results
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IMF warns of 'inevitable' AI-powered threats to global financial system
Highlights risks posed by highly interconnected nature of global financial system
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Disney cruise staff among 28 arrested in child exploitation investigation
Disney cruise staff among 28 arrested in child exploitation probe during U.S. Customs operation at sea ports
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Pakistan, Qatar reaffirm commitment to facilitate ongoing efforts to ensure lasting regional peace
Qatar premier expresses 'deep appreciation' for Pakistan’s continued efforts to bring peace and stability to region
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Iran says no final decision yet on US proposal conveyed through Pakistan
Spokesperson says Iran will communicate its conclusions to Pakistan after internal assessments
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Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in Washington May 14-15: US
Israeli strike kills top Hamas official's son in Gaza
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Rubio tells Pope Leo 'great' to meet at Vatican amid tensions with Trump
Closed-door meeting is expected to last about a half-hour, after which Rubio will also meet Vatican's top diplomat
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No ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in last 24 hours amid rising security risks
Halt comes after reported attacks on Chinese tanker, French vessels & Iran's new transit rules for strategic waterway
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Israeli army blocks access to rocket-tracking system over Iran leak fears, local media reports
Local Israeli officials complain ban to Shual system left them ‘working under enemy fire without vital tool’
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Trump’s reversal on reopening Strait of Hormuz came after backlash from ally: NBC report
Saudi Arabia reportedly suspended US military’s ability to use its bases and airspace
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Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaos
Alvaro Arbeloa's side trail the reigning champions by 11 points
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F1 and Sky agree five-year extensions
The UK and Ireland deal will now run through the 2034 season
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Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double
He is the clear favourite for the Giro
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Badminton looks to future
The BWF said it will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade tournaments
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Roma's Champions League return back on
Juventus and AC Milan are also hoping to finish Serie A as top four
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Williamson named in NZ squad for Ireland, England Tests
Will Young left out in favour of Henry Nicholls
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Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich
They will face undefeated Arsenal in the Champions League final
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Pakistan to take on Bangladesh in 1st Test from tomorrow
The two-match series will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka
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K-P’s young sailors defy odds to bring glory home
Hijab Ajmal demands government’s support, training facilities locally
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LIV sees hope for new sponsors
PIF said it will pull the plug on backing LIV once the season concludes
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20
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US hotel bookings far behind expectations
Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings
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Forest have history in their sights
Pereira's side will defend a 1-0 lead from the semi-final first leg
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
The Spanish star settled outstanding penalties
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20































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