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Pakistan monitoring reports of US visa pause, says Foreign Office
Islamabad says in contact with Washington as Trump administration plans visa processing suspension
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Health official held in Quetta over illegal transport of medicines
Police recover 30 cartons of government drugs valued at over Rs10m
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Rs750 prize bond winners announced for January 15, 2026 draw
Draw for the Rs750 prize bond (Draw No. 105) was held in Peshawar
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Pakistan passport rises five places to 98th in global ranking
Despite the improvement, it remains among the world’s weakest travel documents
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Global pressure forces X to restrict Grok over sexualised deepfake images
Limits Grok from undressing images, AI tools only available to paid subscribers
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IHC orders CDA to halt tree cutting in Islamabad amid public outcry
Petitioner argues 'practice a breach of the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act'
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Fog hits Karachi, flights rescheduled and delayed
Visibility drops to as low as 50 metres, affecting flight movements at airport, nearby localities
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Who do we allow in the 'shaadi theater' during Karachi's Decemberistan?
Cinema 73 hosts screening of 'Doomed Love Trope,' centres conversation around 'wedding season on steroids'
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Iran ends temporary flight ban, diverted air traffic returns to regular paths
Iran reopens airspace after a five-hour closure amid US military tensions, ending major flight diversions
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Can Pakistan afford regime change in Iran?
Pakistan's counterterrorism gains in Balochistan can unravel; economic toll would be significant
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Trump softens rhetoric after threatening Iran
US president claims killing of protesters 'has stopped'
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Bilawal says Sindh's progress defies a 'hidden agenda'
PPP chief warns conspiracy under way to malign Sindh; frames Thar as counter-story
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Pakistan moves to test dollar-pegged digital currency
Pakistan moves to test dollar-pegged digital currency
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Cabinet gives go-ahead to new currency design
Decision taken during meeting of federal cabinet; new designs in line with modern, contemporary requirements
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PM hails JF-17 as major export prospect
Tells cabinet world interested in Pak military hardware; Wants work on Karachi–Chaman highway expedited
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What happens when fire ignites in space?
'However the more oxygen you have, the more it burns'
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Pakistan, UAE agree to fast-track CEPA talks
Commerce minister, UAE envoy review trade, logistics and investment cooperation
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PSX succumbs to profit-taking pressure
Index falls 1,382 points as US-Iran tensions rattle investors
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Pakistan needs $566b to meet climate targets
OICCI session highlights role of green finance and ESG disclosures
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TDAP delay risks presence at key US fair
Associations warned that any weak representation could allow regional competitors to capture market share
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European buyers roll out Pakistani carpets after US tariffs on India
Industry draws strong interest from European buyers at Frankfurt expo
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EU Green Deal rules put textile exports at a crossroads
Compliance costs, CBAM, Chinese shipments put textile sector under pressure
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Uzbekistan eyes joint textile, industrial units
LCCI hosts 16 member delegation to promote trade, investment, industrial cooperation
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Cabinet green-lights amendments to PPRA Ord
Amendment bill comprises suggestions made by PM to streamline procurements
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Currency in circulation at Rs10.9tr
Declines by Rs27b in a week; M2 rises to Rs41.63tr; gold hits new peak
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Pakistan cuts industrial power subsidy burden by Rs123bn
Various options being explored to further ease subsidy burden on industrial consumers
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'Govt shifting focus to growth'
Dar says IMF curbed output in stabilisation phase as unemployment soars
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JCP confirms six additional Peshawar High Court judges
Also extends tenure of four additional judges by six months
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IHC orders PAP rules uploaded online
Failure to comply may result in criminal action against court registrar
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Former Supreme Court judge returns to legal practice
Justice (retd) Syed Mansoor Ali Shah announces starting legal practice amid praise, criticism
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Aging locomotives causing delays
NA panel told over 63% of engines are more than 20 years old
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'FBR can sometimes ignore court orders'
Farogh Naseem urges FCC not to undo old judgements
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Around 1 million illegal Afghans repatriated
230,470 were holders of Proof of Registration (PoR) cards, 686,772 were undocumented Afghan nationals
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HBO releases 'Euphoria' season 3 trailer
Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi return with new storylines in the acclaimed series
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Actor Sebastian Chacon's sexual assault case officially closed
'Daisy Jones and the Six' actor terms it a 'tremendously painful and costly experience' that upended his life
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Rockstar launches official marketplace for GTA Online mods
It unveils 'Cfx Marketplace' which allows verified modders to sell premium mods and tools
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Bruno Mars announces massive 2026 world tour
It will include his latest 'The Romantic' album and comes after the release of his first solo performance in a decade
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'I was emotional', says Christina Chang on 'Heated Rivalry' scene
She describes Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie as 'like my sons on set, but also my friends off set'
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Damon talks rejection of his request for more takes
"Why? You wanna waste everybody's time?" Clint Eastwood had shot back on the suggestion
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PM Shehbaz launches development projects in G-B, sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme
Announces the establishment of four Daanish schools, which will provide free education, meals and uniforms
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KSE-100 extends gains, rises over 1,000 points amid positive market sentiment
Markets remain attentive to developments surrounding US-Iran negotiations
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Pakistan upbeat on possible US‑Iran deal soon to bring peace to region, world: FO
Says Pakistan seeks dialogue but will respond with full strength if aggression imposed, as it did a year ago
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Pakistan defeated an enemy five times larger than itself in Marka-e-Haq: DG ISPR
Senior officers from Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force are also present alongside the DG ISPR during the briefing
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FCC dismisses FBR appeals, declares Section 7E unconstitutional
Court rules that all actions taken by FBR under Section 7E are unlawful
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PAF displayed its unmatched capability, resilience, dominance in Marka-e-Haq, says air chief
Pakistan’s cyber 'Shaheens' destroyed enemy’s cyber security, delivering a humiliating defeat to Indian Air Force
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IHC adjourns £190m case hearing on Safdar’s request, sets May 20
NAB opposes adjournment of appeals, but court grants a final deadline for concluding arguments
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Ishaq Dar calls Marka-e-Haq a symbol of national unity, courage
'When the nation stands as one, no force on earth can shake its foundations,' Dar says
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CNS emphasises combat readiness in maritime domain
Admiral Naveed Ashraf stresses on acquiring niche, cutting-edge technologies as absolute strategic necessity for Navy
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Imran's counsel seeks delay in £190m appeal
Cites lack of access to client for instructions
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Senate panel flags security concerns
Sindh records 22% rape conviction rate, followed by Balochistan at 12% and K-P 6%
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Hopes rise for peace as Iran, US strike a conciliatory note
Trump says Iran deal 'very possible', but threatens strikes if not, PM Shehbaz sounds optimistic
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Armed forces vow 'stronger response' to any hostile design as Pakistan marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Reiterate commitment to defend Pakistan, say Marka-e-Haq has renewed national pride and strengthened resolve
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Pakistan turns to spot LNG market again
Fresh two-cargo tender issued amid summer power outage risk
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Power consumers set for Rs64b relief
Nepra has scheduled a hearing for May 19, after which a final decision regarding the relief will be made
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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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FinMin launches capital market fund
Aurangzeb warns debt market has 'gone into reverse gear', calls for strategic reserves, green financing
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500MW floating solar project planned
$243.63 million project will generate about 861.91 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually
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Government to end untargeted subsidies
Assures IMF of Rs500b power subsidy to shift to BISP by January
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Minister vows swift CPF execution with provinces
Cheema assures World Bank of policy continuity, effective implementation of reforms
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Salt firm transitions to hybrid solar-battery system
Initiative will save 360,000 litres of diesel imports annually, ease pressure on forex
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ME peace deal hopes ignite strong PSX rally
Index rises staggering 6,962 points, crosses 170k after sharp oil price fall
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CPEC 2.0 to focus on green growth
Chinese consul says Gwadar to become regional trade hub as Iran lauds peace efforts
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Pakistan assures IMF to withdraw untargeted power subsidies in January
Agrees subsidies only through BISP; move would impact residential consumers using up to 300 units monthly
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PSX surges nearly 7,000 points as US‑Iran peace deal hopes lift investor sentiment
Overall trading volume increased to 1.20billion shares compared with Tuesday’s total of 453.2million
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Gold price jumps by Rs11,100 per tola in local market
Price of silver per tola increases by Rs223 in Pakistan
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Oil extends slide as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal
Brent crude futures fell $1.89, or 1.7%, to $107.98 a barrel, after dropping 4% in previous session
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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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US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting
Any agreement to prolong the ceasefire between the US and Iran could also lower tensions in Lebanon
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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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Fresh Israeli strikes kill 3 in southern Lebanon in violation of 'ceasefire'
Israeli army continues daily attacks violating truce announced in April
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Pair back in UK from virus-hit ship advised to self-isolate: officialsa
MV Hondius, where the outbreak happened, was off Cape Verde late Wednesday
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Batista helped broker Lula-Trump meeting,
Encounter between Lula and Trump has been in the works since January
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Cuba blasts 'dangerous' US threats of military action against island
'The threat of a military attack and the aggression itself are international crimes,' Rodriguez said
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Pioneering CNN founder Ted Turner dead at 87
Cable News Network upended established broadcasting with its dedication to around-the-clock breaking news
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Russia, Ukraine dual ceasefires falter
Moscow warns diplomatic missions to evacuate Kyiv staff
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India, Vietnam target $25b trade
Lam was earlier accorded a red-carpet welcome at the presidential palace
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Araghchi seeks 'new post-war' framework
China says will play 'greater role' in ending Mideast fighting
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Sarkozy escapes second ankle tag sentence
He has also received two definitive convictions in other cases
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Senior Hezbollah commander killed in Israel attack
Beirut and its southern suburbs had been spared Israeli attacks since April 8
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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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The Bradmans of Social Media
Unfiltered online criticism is becoming a serious threat to cricketers’ mental health
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Asia fans sweat on broadcast rights
China, India and Thailand are yet to confirm broadcast rights
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Simeone, Atletico at crossroads
They suffered a 1-0 defeat against Arsenal in the Champions League semifinal
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Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices
FIFA has faced searing criticism over the cost of World Cup tickets
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Injured Mbappe faces backlash
Sardinia trip sparks fan outrage, deepening tensions around his role
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Shaheen Afridi eyes WTC 2025–27 final
The Men in Green will be in action against Bangladesh in two-match Test series
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Man City held in six-goal Everton thriller
Arsenal five points clear at the top of the table
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Tennis stars criticise prize money
Sinner, Sabalenka and Gauff call for fairer pay













































































































