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CPEC entering next phase, says FM
He observes that the two countries have always strongly supported each other on core interests, major issues
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Senate panel seeks speedy completion of Karachi water project
Senate body decides to convene quarterly review meetings to monitor the K-IV, other important projects
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Fawad calls on president, PM to lead talks
Premier has given go-ahead to NA Speaker to proceed with negotiations between government, PTI
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Fashion designer Khadija Shah declared PO
Court also issues permanent arrest warrants against Khadija, other accused
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Sugar millers call for reducing Punjab cess
Suggest cess should be equal to levy collected in other provinces
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PSX falls for second day on profit-taking
Consolidation phase continues as KSE-100 defends key support zone
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Russia potato export ban discussed
Stakeholders push govt engagement to reopen key market
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Oil set for weekly gains on Iran, Russia supply risks
Brent futures up $1.58, or 2.55%, to $63.57 per barrel at 1741 GMT, US WTI crude up $1.60, or 2.77%, to $59.36
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Court adjourns hearing on super tax for Jan 12
Taxpayers' counsel contends withdrawal of petroleum concessions a violation of law
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State-owned entities' net losses jump 300% in a year
Revenues fall by Rs1.4tr while total SOE debt and liabilities climb to Rs11.7tr
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Planning Commission to be apex body for economic policy: Dar
Stesses need to empower PC to drive strategic policy priorities, effectively oversee public investment decisions
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21% profit surge for gas utilities draws criticism over efficiency losses
Industry stakeholders argue that fixed returns stunt gas sector efficiency amid rising circular debt
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Government begins outreach for Minerals Investment Forum
Envoys asked to mobilise global mining firms as Islamabad finalises April 2026 event
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Staples, energy push SPI up by 3.2%
WoW reading increases 0.12%; wheat flour and gas charges drive spike
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Remittances rise to $19.7b in H1
December inflows jump 17% YoY to $3.6b, supporting external account
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Neymar acquires 'Dark Knight' Batmobile replica
It will form the centrepiece of the footballer's collection
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Sydney Sweeney recalls childhood wakeboarding accident
She shares details of incident that left her with a permanent scar
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Princess Kate celebrates her 44th birthday
Celebration carries added significance as she reflects on healing, gratitude and resilience
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Disney+ plans TikTok-style short video feed
It will be introduced in the United States to boost daily engagement
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Conan O'Brien stresses importance of humour in Trump era
He notes it is more effective than rage for critiquing power
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Robbie GK excels as Kip Grady in 'Heated Rivalry'
Robbie GK excels as Kip Grady in 'Heated Rivalry'
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'One Battle After Another' leads the charge for Golden Globes
Critics say film conveys accurate depiction of the current situation in the US
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Rawalpindi Bar polls today
Tough contests are expected for the posts of president, secretary, vice president, and joint secretary
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Burnout, suicide haunt medics
Suicide rates among doctors are almost double those of the general population
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Pindi millers call off strike after police apologise
Issue surrounding raid at Wah Cantt resolved after talks, detained workers released
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Kachehri Chowk project cost balloons to Rs15b
From February 1, motorcycle lanes near Kachehri Chowk will be partially opened
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Drug trafficking bid foiled
Arrested suspect was identified as Hazrat Bilal, son of Mir Syed, a resident of Bara, Khyber district
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FIR denied despite judicial orders
Sources say complainant in 'fake encounter' case was expelled from police station
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Punjab forms downsizing body amid cash crunch
Five-member committee to review 44 depts, institutions
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Funds sought for launch of new water agencies
Payment delay may jeopardise newly established WASAs
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Walk organised to highlight Hyderabad's historical heritage
Participants visited various sites across city including KB Azeem Khan Library, Radio Pakistan Hyderabad
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Slain hari's family stages sit-in
End dharna on assurance of police to arrest nominated landlord
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CM reviews development portfolio
Development budget increased from Rs55bn in 2008 to Rs1,018bn in 2026
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SHCBA Hyd chapter rejects invitation to K-P CM
Says general secretary had issued invitation without consulting governing body
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Youth shot dead trying to catch robbers
Incident marks fourth fatal robbery in metropolis within first nine days of 2026
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Lyari varsity gets pro-VC, deans after 12 years
The university has also completed recruitment process of 18 lecturers across various departments
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Port city residents shiver at 7.1 Celsius
Siberian winds grip Karachi, mercury to drop further, says weatherman
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Police nab kingpin of kidney trafficking gang
Accuses target poor, innocent individuals facing financial hardships, enticing them with promises of cash payments
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Historic Clock Tower bazaars to get pedestrian-friendly makeover
Electric shuttles, heritage conservation planned around 130-year-old site
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Suspect held in kidnapping, murder case
Police reached spot, secured crime scene and collected forensic evidence
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CM Maryam orders updated free medicines list
Declares lapse in distribution untolerable
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LHC warns of criminal action over tree cutting
Court directs that matter be brought to notice of Director General PHA
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Nutrition stabilisation centre opens in Mardan
Eight-bed WHO-backed facility to treat malnourished children
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Jeep plunges into ravine in Shangla
One killed, six injured as speeding vehicle crashes on link road
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Chinese AI unicorn MiniMax soars 109 percent in Hong Kong debut
Rival Zhipu AI jumps 20.6% on its second trading day after $558m IPO
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Balochistan launches subsidised electric bike scheme for students, women
Provincial government covers 30% of total cost, balance paid via easy monthly instalments with partner banks support
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Pickpockets strike during K-P CM’s rally in Karachi
One pickpocket was caught red-handed, and four stolen mobile phones were recovered
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Experts say oceans soaked up record heat levels in 2025
Ocean heat rose ~23 zettajoules in 2025, equal to nearly 40 years of global energy use
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Rain washes out second Pakistan-Sri Lanka T20I
Persistent rain forces match to be abandoned without a delivery being bowled as Pakistan lead series 1-0
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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













































































































