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Pakistan frustrated by Afghan Taliban's inaction against TTP
In the strongest statement yet, FO says terrorists are operating with impunity from Afghan soil
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Promotion of senior bureaucrats approved
Establishment Division promotes, transfers officers of the PAS, PSP, and the Secretariat Group
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WATCH: Injured Pervaiz Elahi curses PML-N leaders
I will not forgive them till the Day of Judgement, says PML-Q leader
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Imran ratchets up pressure on ‘imported govt’
At Karachi power show, PTI chief says foreign funding case being used to banish him from politics
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Afghan Taliban summon Pakistan's envoy to protest ‘military strikes’
Taliban official claims 36 people were killed in air strikes on Friday in Khost and Kunar provinces
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‘Mother of orphans’: Bilquis Edhi laid to rest in Karachi
Bilquis had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital for a few days due to a heart condition
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‘Stolen mandate returned to people’: PML-N celebrates Hamza’s election as CM
After Centre, our long struggle against the gang imposed in Punjab also succeeded, says Rana Sanaullah
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In the spirit of discovery
Journey of an Explorer invites the reader to explore the veteran journalist’s ambitious catalogue of interests
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PTI and the diaspora
Despite many in Pakistan growing frustrated with his politics, Imran Khan supporters in the diaspora have stayed loyal
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Celebrating Karachi’s Goan connection
The Portuguese Goan community played a vital role in the metropolis’s history and development
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Gender in the roaring 2020s
A look at Will Smith’s reaction to Chris Rock raises the question of the social construct of gender
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The case for Gandharan replicas
Pakistan’s antiquity law sets out to stop people from replicating ancient artefacts
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A dream fulfilled in Saranan
Afghan girls in a refugee camp in Balochistan are clearing their intermediate exams
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The first eight months of the Taliban regime
As easy as it was for Taliban to wrest control of Afghanistan last August, its niggling governance struggles endure
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‘We are inches away from full-fledged civil unrest’, says Fawad
Imran Khan’s ‘desperation & incitement to violence is rupturing our society’, says PM Shehbaz
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MBS invites PM Shehbaz on Saudi visit
During a phone call, two leaders agree to augment, diversify ties in all spheres, particularly trade and investment
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Concealment of assets not money laundering, rules IHC
Court observers Money Laundering Act to not apply if no evidence to prove assets created through criminal means
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Hamza ‘elected’ Punjab CM
Pervaiz Elahi removed from hall; injured deputy speaker escorted back to chamber amid security
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Electricity shortfall hits 6,000MW
Power plants ceased operations due to lack of fuel, technical reasons, NEPRA told
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Shehbaz thanks world leaders for messages of felicitation
Shehbaz desires to strengthen Pakistan’s international relations
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5 years on, Gujrat sewerage project remains incomplete
Estimated cost continues rising with delay in work due to funding snags
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WATCH: Sikh trader distributes ‘Ramazan package’ to promote religious harmony
Parlat Singh also donates 100 bags of cement for the construction of three mosques in Tirah valley
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LHC rejects Elahi’s petition, allows deputy speaker to oversee CM election
PA Speaker's counsel raises question over Mazari’s impartiality saying he has become ‘controversial’
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Govt jacks up power tariff by Rs4.8 per unit, keeps fuel prices unchanged
OGRA had recommended hiking petroleum prices by up to Rs51 per litre
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Pakistan values its relations with Tunisia: Gen Qamar
Tunisia ambassador called on army chief and discussed matters of mutual interest, says ISPR
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Bilquis Edhi passes away at 74 in Karachi
Widow of renowned philanthropist had been suffering from cardiovascular disease
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Imran sold foreign gifts worth millions in market, says Marriyum
Former PM bought cufflinks, ring and watch for Rs20 million from Toshakhana, says PML-N spokesperson
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China holds drills around Taiwan as US lawmakers visit
US bad actions and tricks are completely futile and very dangerous, says official
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Israeli police clash with Palestinians inside Al-Aqsa mosque, 152 injured
Confrontations at sacred Al-Aqsa compound carry risk of a slide back into wider conflict
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Two PML-N leaders arrested in army officer torture case
Arrested MPAs claim had no involvement in incident, offered voluntary arrest
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Man kills six, injures one of his family
Accused opened fire at his and in-law's houses, claims son was tortured by family
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‘EPA working to contain plastic pollution’
'Corporate authorities to submit a recycling plan of used polythene bags to avoid pollution '
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AJK premier resigns before no-trust vote
Niazi says no-confidence motion was brought against him without any accusation
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Pope visits Italian prison for traditional foot washing Mass
We priests should be the first to serve others, not exploit others, Francis tells prisoners
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DG ISPR’s statement ‘exposes Imran’s lies’
Bilawal says Imran used NSC for political gains; Maryam says have courage, don’t run away
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Thousands form human chain hailing UN designation of March 15 as anti-Islamophobia day
UN General Assembly declared March 15 ‘International Day to Combat Islamophobia’
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No conspiracy, demarche given on interference: DG ISPR
Army spokesperson says COAS not seeking extension
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Bilawal struggles to defend dynastic politics during CNN interview
PPP leader says he was forced into politics, 'I didn’t choose this life, it chose me'
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Imran moves SC to ban dissident PTI lawmakers for life
Petition filed in apex court claims lawmakers no longer 'sadiq and amin' after changing party loyalties
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AJK PM sacks four ministers, adviser for filing no-trust motion
Ministers include Sardar Tanveer Ilyas, Abdul Majid Khan, Ali Shan Soni and Khawaja Farooq
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Sindh to devise education policy to help trans community
Number of trans people registered in Karachi is over 18,000
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US hopeful of continuing healthy ties with Pakistan's armed forces
PM Office reaffirms ties with US, says looking forward to deepen them on principles of equality, mutual interest
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Pakistan rejects ‘unwarranted’ reference in Indo-US talks
FO says unfortunate that bilateral cooperation mechanism was being used to target third country
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Karachi on day-long visit
Premier to meet MQM leadership; hear about issues facing Karachi
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Gill named as Imran's chief of staff
Ex-SAPM to look after the affairs of the office of PTI chairman
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IHC orders urgent removal of ex-PM aides from no-fly list
Justice Minallah expresses anger over FIA for not complying with his orders
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PTI to move high courts over ‘harassment’ of its activists
The petition will be filed in high courts today
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Three-day Vaisakhi festivities begin
The main function of Vaisakhi would be held at Gurdwara Panja Sahib, Hasan Abdal, on April 14
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Pakistan welcomes US statement
Islamabad looks forward to deepening its ‘important relationship’ with Washington, says PM Office
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Army officer, soldier martyred in South Waziristan ambush
Troops effectively engaged their location and killed two terrorists, says ISPR
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Govt implements new pension scheme
Applies to federal employees recruited after July 1, 2024
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SC rules pension a constitutional right
SC rules pension a constitutional right
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The price of play
Free games lure kids with glowing buttons, turn fun into spending, and why parents fear more than surprise charges.
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Futures snatched by force of faith
Despite NHRI calls for laws against forced conversions, minority girls remain vulnerable to coercion and abuse.
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Cricket lost in controversy
India turned the Cup into a political battlefield, leaving cricket in the shadows as Pakistan fought to the final.
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Army warns India of 'cataclysmic devastation' in future conflict
ISPR says Pakistan has set new normal of response; Slams 'delusional' remarks of Indian officials
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Pakistan welcomes Hamas response
Pakistan welcomes Hamas response
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AJK accord sets stage for sweeping reforms
'Historic' 25-point accord formalised to defuse tension
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Letters, love, and potato peels
In an age before instant messages and fleeting digital chatter, letters could change lives—and even ignite love
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Lahore tops pollution index
Rain forecast offers hope of relief from choking smog across province
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Jamaat-e-Islami demands release of flotilla detainees
They called on Muslim countries to host Hamas offices within their territories to better coordinate political
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MQM-P slams govt over 'unjust' traffic fines in Karachi
Accuses PPP of adopting biased policies, squandering development funds
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Twin cities enforce strict smog controls
All kilns in Rawalpindi and Islamabad will remain shut during smog season
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Sindh directs NGOs to prioritise hiring of locals in projects
Social Welfare Dept issues province-wide directive to INGOs, NGOs, and CBOs
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Asian Spring or Scripted Revolt?
NGOs, aid networks and donor money blur the line between protest and plot
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IMF seeks clarity on $11b trade data gap
PRAL, PSW import figures raises questions over credibility of data; ministries worry against making revisions public
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Renault plans to cut 3,000 jobs
Considering 15% layoff to restore margins, get credit rating back to investment grade
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PSX marks best performance in over a decade
KSE-100 hits 168,990, registers best nine-month rally since 2009, despite high inflation, fiscal slippages
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'Punitive' taxes hurt growth
Business forum says corporate sector being burdened by effective tax rate of 45%
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Gold in 'beast mode'; up 44% in 9 months
From $2,624 to $3,895: gold's explosive 2025 rally and what's driving it
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'President's rulings on banking appeals final'
Adviser says president has endorsed over 500 decisions of Mohtasib, provided 100% relief to victims of bank fraud
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Barriers impede LNG competition
CCP proposes 'one-stop shop' for gas imports, reforms to dismantle monopolies
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Gold’s beast mode, 44% surge in nine months
From $2,624 to $3,895: gold’s explosive 2025 rally and what’s driving it
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Gold extends rally, hits new highs in global, local markets
Price of gold per tola rises by Rs2,100
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Textile sector warns of export crisis
September exports down 11.7%; textile council urges predictable energy pricing
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India allows exports of de-oiled rice bran
Lifts ban after more than two years, expects higher production
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Pink Salt from Pakistan powers Brazil’s award-winning agritech product
Collaboration hailed as a model for sustainable trade and innovation at global women in agribusiness event
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Europe reels under pro-Palestine protests
Hundreds of thousands take to streets across EU
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137 Gaza flotilla activists arrive in Turkey
Israel detained around 450 activists from Sumud flotilla
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A live feed to the world
How Gaza aid flotilla used cameras and data to win global attention
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Israel defies Trump's call, kills dozens in fresh Gaza blitz
Children among 36 killed as Israel considers Gaza City a dangerous combat zone
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US Border Patrol raid sweeps in citizens, families as Chicago crackdown intensifies
Trump uses Border Patrol as surge force in cities, diverting agents from Mexico and Canada borders
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Right-wing Sanae Takaichi set to be Japan's first female premier
Parliament votes Oct 15 to replace Ishiba; ruling coalition’s majority makes Takaichi favourite
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Hamas hardline ally signals support for Gaza peace plan
Hamas response sparks global calls for Gaza ceasefire and release of Israeli hostages
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Unions, employers sue to block Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee plan
Coalition argues new order unlawfully overrides federal visa laws, risks harming US workforce needs
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Tehran executes seven linked to deadly Khuzestan bombings
Iran executes over 1,000 people in 2025, highest annual figure in at least 15 years
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Tensions rising at Real Madrid before Villarreal test
Alonso's side must win to stay in the La Liga title race
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Top four face off in early Bundesliga litmus test
Bayern face Frankfurt as Dortmund host Leipzig in a blockbuster weekend
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South Africa eye back-to-back Rugby Championship crowns
They face Argentina at Twickenham with a bonus-point win
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FIFA unveils Trionda, the official ball of the 2026 World Cup
The ball blends high-tech design with symbols of USA, Mexico and Canada
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Could PSG finally be there for the taking in Ligue 1?
Enrique’s injury-hit side open door for Marseille and rivals in title race
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Liverpool seek to steady ship, Man Utd's Amorim faces must-win game
The Reds prepare for a trip to Chelsea after back-to-back defeats
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Crystal Palace beat Dynamo Kyiv in Conference League opener
Munoz and Nketiah seal 2-0 win over Dynamo Kyiv
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FIFA 'cannot solve geopolitical problems' like Gaza, says Infantino
FIFA president urges peace and unity amid growing calls to suspend Israel over the conflict
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Pulisic, McKennie headline US squad for October friendlies
Key returnees include Antonee Robinson, Cameron Carter-Vickers and Tanner Tessmann
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Villa win in Europa League as Forest and Scottish clubs lose
Buendia and McGinn fire Emery’s men to a 2-0 win at Feyenoord
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CA boss addresses Pakistan BBL ban
Pakistan recently cancel players’ NOCs for foreign leagues
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Vissel Kobe keep perfect start in ACL
Yuruki scored in the 94th-minute to seal 1-0 victory
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International Chess Federation denies retroactive rating theft as new ELO rule sparks backlash
FIDE’s removal of the 400-point rule has divided chess players, with grandmasters warning of unfair rating risks
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Australia power past New Zealand in Women's CWC
The defending champion won by 89 runs