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K-P: cashless economy
KP Digital Payment Bill 2026 is a big step towards becoming Pakistan's first cashless model economy
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Euphoric picture
Asian Development Bank optimistic that Pakistan's economy will grow
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Urumqi talks and the hard truth about Afghanistan
Rising militancy reframes Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions as a regional, not bilateral, concern
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PM Shehbaz hails kingdom's 'longstanding economic support' in meeting with Saudi finance minister
Says it has played a vital role in stability, emphasises Pakistan’s commitment to expanding cooperation
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Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold talks. What do we know?
Both sides face Trump pressure to end fighting, a key Iranian demand ahead of Pakistan talks
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Trump, Netanyahu held 'tense' phone call before Israel sought ceasefire talks with Lebanon: report
The conversation came shortly before Israel announced it would seek direct ceasefire talks with Lebanon
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PM Shehbaz announces Rs12 cut in petrol price, Rs135 cut in diesel price
Urges nation to pray for success of US-Iran talks in Islamabad
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‘No Plan B’: Bilawal warns of fallout if US-Iran talks fail
Says the international community doesn’t have a plan B so plan A needs to achieve a peaceful resolution
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Fact check: Viral video of schoolgirl pulling gun on men harassing father is scripted
Fact check found no credible media reports supporting the viral claim after keyword search
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Al-Aqsa Mosque reopens to worshippers for 1st Friday prayers after weeks-long closure
Closure barred five Friday prayers in March-April; worship resumed on sixth Friday, April 10
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Trump's peace board faces cash crunch, stalling Gaza plan, sources say
Only UAE, Morocco and US paid funds among 10 nations pledging support for peace board
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Trump says US loading warships with ‘best weapons’ if no deal reached with Iran
Iranian Speaker Ghalibaf demands Lebanon ceasefire before talks
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Partition memories resurface as 3 Sikh pilgrims revisit Pakistan after decades for Baisakhi festival
During their 10-day stay, pilgrims will visit key sites including Nankana Sahib and Panja Sahib
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From critic to negotiator: JD Vance to spearhead US efforts in Iran ceasefire talks
Vance faces major test in Islamabad talks, a key moment for 2028 hopeful amid challenges ahead
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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JD Vance hopeful of 'positive' outcome as he departs for US-Iran talks in Islamabad
Says President Trump has given some pretty clear guidelines
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Pakistan Navy rescues 18 crew members after distress call in Arabian Sea
Rescued crew members of five countries, repatriated to their respective countries after medical care
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Kremlin says Putin envoy's US visit does not mean Ukraine talks have resumed
Putin envoy Dmitriev meets Trump officials in US on peace talks and economic cooperation efforts
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World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to US-Iran war
'What we're witnessing is not just a displacement crisis; becoming a food security crisis,' says WFP country director
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Cinema belongs to the audience: Aamir Khan in candid conversation on success, failure
Actor opens up about Oscars, overconfidence, 'Laal Singh Chaddha' missteps and why he didn't cast his own son
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PMDC warns of action as probe launched into Mirpurkhas student’s death
PMDC president strongly condemns the circumstances surrounding the incident, particularly allegations of harassment
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Sindh CTD arrests suspected target killer linked to banned outfit in Karachi
Says he was involved in multiple terrorist activities in the past
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Artemis II astronauts hurtle home from moon toward splashdown
Crew made history as first to include Black astronaut, woman, non-US citizen on lunar mission
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Israeli military chief says army is ‘still in state of war’ in Lebanon
‘In Iran, we are in a ceasefire, but we can return to operating there at any moment,’ says army chief
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Till death do us part…or not: The uneven thrills of 'Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen'
Duffer Brothers' series has rich mythology and striking visuals, even if it doesn't always stick the landing
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Fact check: Viral video does not show new US troop deployment to Middle East
Video from June 6, 2023, unrelated to US-Iran war, shows a US military ceremony in California
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'Dhurandhar The Revenge' hit with lawsuit over unauthorised use of song
Trimurti Films alleges film's track 'Rang De Lal' reproduces 'Tirchi Topiwale' from 1989 film 'Tridev'
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Academy of Motion Picture Arts announces dates for Oscars 2027, 2028
Ceremonies will be held at Dolby Theatre before moving to LA Live, streams on YouTube from 2029
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Gold and silver prices see modest gains locally, globally
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs2,572 in Pakistan
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KSE-100 closes near 168,000 points on US-Iran peace optimism
Benchmark index touches an intraday high of 168,290 before settling in positive territory
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Karan Johar says 'knees were rattling' when he met Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway
Filmmaker meets stars at 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' event, says he has watched original film 47 times
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Sindh announces early closure of markets, malls under austerity measures
Essential services, including medical stores, hospitals and petrol pumps exempted from restrictions
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Dar, French FM discuss Lebanon violations, reaffirm bilateral cooperation
Pakistan, France stress ceasefire adherence, diplomatic path for peace
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Judge expresses anger over missing evidence in Rajab Butt case, orders statement recording
Investigation officer tells the court that he has neither full knowledge of the case nor of its investigation
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Pakistan growth seen at 4.5% in FY2027: ADB
Flags recovery but warns inflation may rise to 6.5% by FY2027 amid global uncertainty, Middle East tensions
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Fact check: Viral video does not show Pakistani jets escorting Iranian delegation for Islamabad talks; it's old
Video from February 17, 2019, unrelated to current peace talks, shows Pakistani jets greeting MBS on his visit
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Asian stocks set for best week since 2022 ahead of US-Iran talks
Gains driven by easing Middle East tensions as investors eye reopening of Hormuz shipping route
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Pakistan, Vietnam reaffirm ties as Zardari congratulates Vietnamese president
President hopes to deepen Pakistan–Vietnam cooperation, lauds ties and country’s progress under new leadership
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Fahad Mustafa goes into zombie mode as first poster drops for horror film with Mehwish Hayat
Eidul Azha release of 'Zombeid' marks fourth time two stars have teamed up with Director Nabeel Qureshi
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Hania Aamir decries ‘people hate happy women’
Actor speaks on comparison culture, questions why women are judged for confidence and success
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China will not tolerate independence for Taiwan, Xi tells island's opposition leader
Says both sides of strait belong to 'one China' as KMT chief calls for institutionalised mechanisms for dialogue
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Karachi to hit 38°C over next 3 days: Met Office
Says due to temporary closure of sea winds, possibility of heatwave is minimal
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Iran Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, FM Araghchi land in Pakistan for high-stakes peace talks with US
Delegation also includes Defence Council secretary, Central Bank chief, some members of parliament
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction
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Sinner, Alcaraz advance to quarter-finals
Both players suffered second-set stumbles to reach last eight
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IMF may lend $50b to war-hit nations
MD says crisis likely to have lasting economic effects
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Veteran educationist Kathleen Kisting Alam passes away, leaving behind legacy of learning, kindness
American-born educator spent decades in Lahore guiding thousands of Pakistani students in their academic journeys
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Work restarts on Karachi's BRT Red Line on University Road: Mayor Wahab
Last week, Sindh government announced the termination of construction contract for the project
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Pakistan exercised restraint as responsible nuclear state during India conflict: Gilani
Says Pakistan's diplomatic efforts being acknowledged globally for regional peace
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President Zardari, PM Shehbaz condemn White House dinner shooting
Trump, first lady rushed out as the gunman opened fire at White House dinner
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Iran will not negotiate under pressure, threats or siege: President Pezeshkian
Stresses Iran remains committed to strengthening ties with neighbouring countries in phone call with PM Shehbaz
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Public transport resumes as Islamabad roads reopen after week-long shutdown
Police says diversions on Srinagar highway, Express highway may continue at different times, affecting traffic flow
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Power Division urges Nepra to scrap fee for solar users below 25kW
Asks to review its regulations, seeking the removal of fees exemption from licensing requirements
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Punjab CM announces 50-acre Film City project in Lahore
Project to include modern studios, sound stages, post-production laboratories, comprehensive shooting facilities
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Despite US–Iran deadlock, Trump again praises ‘great’ PM Shehbaz and ‘fantastic’ CDF Munir
'Pakistan is terrific, Trump said, adding PM Shehbaz and CDF Munir would like to see something happen
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Pak urges unified SCO action to counter terror
Highlighting the SCO's significance as a crucial platform for enhancing regional peace, security, and cooperation
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Pakistan flags evolving nexus between terrorism, technology
Pakistani envoy underscored the need to deal with the root causes of extremism
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Gulf war: PLL approves costly LNG purchase
PLL floated urgent tenders for the import of three LNG cargoes covering the delivery window from April 27 to May 14
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The comfort of closure
When life doesn’t give us proper endings, we need to live with grief, guilt and unanswered questions
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Before tears became the script
From optimistic, thinking women to endless cycles of misery
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The stories we weave
The verdict did not matter as much as the mystery around it, which remains unsolved even today
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PM orders action in Rs120b solar scam
Two high-level committees formed to probe over invoicing involving importers, govt officials
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PSX down 2% on geopolitical, power crisis
KSE-100 index sheds 3,267 points as ME tensions, energy woes mountQ
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Gold, silver prices rebound in Pakistan after five-day losing streak
Price of 24-karat gold per tola increases by Rs2,300 in Pakistan
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London diaspora pledges support for investment
BoI minister woos overseas Pakistanis, highlights investor-friendly policies, global outreach
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Sesame exports to China hit $32.1m in Q1
Production reaches 290,000 tonnes despite 20% reduction in cultivation area
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Funds sought for organic farming
Experts push for meaningful allocation in budget as global demand surges
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FPCCI launches global trade committees
Initiative will significantly enhance Pakistan's representation, proactive participation in regional, global economies
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Pakistan ranks 16th in global talent index
Scores 97/100 for cost competitiveness but only 30/100 for infrastructure, creating 67-point gap
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Pakistan aims to strengthen IP framework
Marking Intellectual Property Day, DG affirms support for innovation in sports and beyond
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Govt mulls trade bloc with Iran, Oman
Plan under study to connect Gwadar with ports of Iran and Oman to make it re-export hub
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IMF endorses diesel pricing formula
Keeps price Rs100 lower; without change, diesel would have been Rs480/litre
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SPI inflation surges to 13.98% YoY
Tomatoes cheaper by 27.65%, potatoes up 3.13% as 19 essential items become costlier
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Gold falls Rs2,900 despite global uptick
State Bank repays $1b to Abu Dhabi Fund; rupee inches up
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Govt vows to empower women-led enterprises
SMEDA, PIFD sign MoU for product development, incubation centres, market access
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Rate hike risks overcorrection
SBP faces dilemma as supply-side pressures clash with need to protect 3.89% GDP growth
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Swiss International says five injured after flight aborts takeoff in India
Engine issue on Delhi-Zurich Airbus A330 forces emergency evacuation of 228 passengers, 13 crew members
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IRGC warns US against escalation, vows response beyond expectations
Iran ties recent tensions to a broader conflict narrative, framing restraint as calculated deterrence
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Trump was likely target of White House correspondents' dinner shooting, says US official
Man fires shotgun at Secret Service agent at checkpoint in Washington Hilton hotel before being tackled and arrested
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World leaders react with shock after Washington gala shooting
US police detain suspect armed with shotgun, handgun and knives; charges due in federal court on Monday
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Trump's security again faces scrutiny after press dinner shooting
Incident raises questions about gaps in security, protection afforded to America's political leaders
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Thuds, an eerie silence, then chaos at Trump dinner with White House journalists
Secret Service rushes Trump to safety as gunman opens fire outside ballroom packed with 2,600 journalists
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Oman’s Sultan, Iranian FM discuss regional crises, push for diplomacy, peace
Meeting focuses on mediation efforts as Abbas Araghchi set to revisit Islamabad before Moscow trip, Iranian media says
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Who is Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting?
Caltech graduate, part-time teacher, game developer from California arrested after opening fire at Washington Hilton
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The political economy of blockade
Trump’s Hormuz crisis is redrawing energy flows, redistributing profit
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Trump dents peace talks, but truce may hold
Scraps US team trip to Pakistan, Says cancellation does not signal return to fighting
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Four dead as Lebanon truce crumbles
Four dead as Lebanon truce crumbles
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Palestinians vote after Gaza invasion
Nearly 1.5m people are registered to cast ballot in West Bank
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Kings thrash Gladiators by 9 wickets
Warner and Hendricks forge unbeaten 141-run stand
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HBL PSL 11: PM Shehbaz approves spectators
The final will be played at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on May 3
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Forest blitz Sunderland
They moved eight points clear of the relegation zone
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Napoli make Inter wait for Serie A glory
They thrashed Cremonese 4-0 to keep title race alive
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Ramsey takes on marathon challenge
He will run the London Marathon to raise funds for a children's cancer charity
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Marquez snatches Spanish GP
He edged Johann Zarco by 0.140s
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Fernandes targets World Cup glory
He says a win would be perfect for Ronaldo
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Alcaraz to miss French Open
He sustained the injury during first round of Barcelona Open
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Lakers edge Rockets in thriller
James powers his side to an overtime win and a commanding 3-0 series lead
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Olympians hail ‘everlasting’ friendship on visit to China Window Centre
Peshawar cultural hub hosts hockey legends as they push for bilateral sports series
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Arsenal eye return to top spot
The Gunners slip to second spot after City's 1-0 victory over Burnley
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Slot warns 'margins are small' in Champions League push
The Reds aim to strengthen their push for a place in UCL next season
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Mahrez issues warning ahead of ACL final
They will face Japan's Machida Zelvia in the final
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Scottish title race heads for tense finale
Three points separate the Jambos from third-placed Celtic
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BD seal 2-1 ODI series win over NZ
Hossain Shanto hit ton in the third ODI











































































































