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Cement despatches plunge 21% in May
Exports decline 36%, local sales drop 17% while north-based mills see 22% fall in total despatches
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Pine nuts can win bigger share
Demand for Pakistani nuts surges in China on consumer interest in healthy snacks
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FTO declares 'voluntary' tax deposits illegal
Allegtaion that Inland Revenue officials recovered large amount under coercive circumstances without lawful assessment
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Business confidence drops 9 points to 13%
OICCI survey finds 70-80% of firms postponing investments amid inflation, policy uncertainty and supply chain disrupt
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Gold shines on global rally
Registers increase of Rs4,600 per tola; rupee inches up
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Rs1.73-per-unit tariff hike sought
Fuel supply delays, high costs impact power sector; ministry claims 20 paisa relief in June
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Oil sales see sharp 30-month drop
Petrol, diesel volumes fall 11.9%, 32.3% as Iran-US war drives prices up 59%
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Indie horror flicks draw Gen Z to cinema
20-something filmmakers behind 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' are reshaping Hollywood's theatrical revival
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At 96, Clint Eastwood quietly retires from film
Son reveals Hollywood legend steps away from acting and filmmaking
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Taylor Swift confirms song for 'Toy Story 5'
Announcement settles mystery surrounding countdown campaign on singer's website
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'Bhanwar' spins tale of a digital whirlpool
Express Entertainment production unpacks cyber harassment and online manipulation
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Faysal Quraishi and Shamoon Abbasi reunite on screen
Upcoming Punjabi-language film blends romance, comedy and action in Abu Aleeha's directorial venture
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S Korea defender gets late World Cup call
Cho Wi-je was included as a late injury replacement
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Flintoff named Sydney Thunder head coach
The 48-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the franchise
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Sabalenka bests Osaka at French Open
The Belarusian will next face Diana Shnaider
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IMF - an instrument of dollar hegemony
Keynes arrived at Bretton Woods with a proposal of remarkable foresight and uncommon fairness
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When status follows us to Makkah
Hajj is supposed to dissolve worldly distinctions
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A betrayal of the constitutional right to education
Societies that prioritise knowledge and children's education rise, while those that neglect them stagnate
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Tracking medicines
DRAP must ensure that manufacturers, distributors and pharmacies are fully integrated into the system
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Sugar export proposal
Government must not fall for the same misleading claims of a "surplus" stock that have burned us before
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EU pathway
EU's coming forward to buckle up Pakistan economy will be a great service
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Manufacturing sector decline and budget priorities
Sector's largest contributor to industrial output and value addition is still large-scale manufacturing (LSM)
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Bangladeshi FM elected president of UN General Assembly
Wins UNGA presidency with 99 votes in rare contested election; DPM Dar felicitates Rahman
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Rubio says Mojtaba Khamenei alive and 'increasingly engaging'
Tells Senate sanctions relief depends on Iran ending nuclear activities
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WHO says suspected Ebola cases drop to 116 after hundreds ruled out
A suspected case includes anyone who is picked up by surveillance or who presents with symptoms at a health centre
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Pakistan, 7 other Muslim countries condemn Israeli settlers’ entry into Al-Aqsa Mosque
Foreign ministers warn Israeli actions in occupied East Jerusalem are fuelling tensions and instability
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Kuwaiti FM appreciates Pakistan’s efforts to promote US-Iran dialogue in talks with Dar
Deputy prime minister and Sheikh Jarrah express hope for durable peace through ongoing diplomacy
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17 terrorists killed in Balochistan operations after Quetta train attack: ISPR
ISPR says sanitisation operations continue; weapons, explosives and IEDs recovered
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Trump appoints ally and housing chief Bill Pulte as acting US intelligence director
Will remain director of Federal Housing Finance Agency and chair of mortgage-backers Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
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At least 18 killed in heavy Russian attack on Ukrainian cities
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia fired 73 missiles, more than 600 drones in overnight attack
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Bilawal vows struggle for Gilgit-Baltistan’s rights under 18th Amendment on campaign trail
Says PPP's new generation will fight for Gilgit-Baltistan's right to govern, ownership of resources and jobs for youth
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Rick Adelman, NBA coach for 29 years, dead at 79
He led Portland Trail Blazers to two unsuccessful NBA Finals
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Spurs face Knicks in NBA Finals
Victor Wembanyama will aim to cement his status as the new face of basketball
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French star ready to attack World Cup
The 23-year-old was part of the Chelsea team which won the Europa Conference League
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Eckert takes blame for 'spygate' scandal
Saints were kicked out of last month's play-off final after spying at a training session
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Liverpool close to hiring Iraola: reports
He emerged strong candidate to replace Slot
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National Junior Championship 2026 to kick off in Peshawar
952 athletes from across Pakistan set to compete in six sports at Qayyum Sports Complex
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Serena Williams to return to tennis
The 44-year-old has not played competitively since the 2022 US Open
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FIFA praises Pakistan football revival
They also plan key reforms to modernize governance and boost the sport’s growth.
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Flintoff named Sydney Thunder head coach
The 48-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the franchise
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Momina Iqbal shares stunning wedding moments with Hamza Habib
Actor showcases multiple designer ensembles and heartfelt moments with husband
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Samina Peerzada on turning personal pain into powerful storytelling
Veteran actor reflects on childhood trauma, emotional challenges behind some of her most memorable roles
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Mishi Khan says local films need more than calls for audience support
Actor says audiences expect a true cinematic experience rather than stories that feel like TV dramas
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Salman Akram Raja, PTI leaders say barred from entering G-B ahead of polls
Naeem Panjutha, Shaukat Basra among leaders stopped at entry point as campaigning enters final phase
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PM Shehbaz reviews reforms to boost investment, long-term economic growth
Says comprehensive, effective EV policy is need of hour to address requirements related to energy efficiency
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Sindh cabinet clears Rs11.2b package for 11 Karachi mega projects
Approves framework for receiving 12.5% gas royalty 'in-kind' instead of cash from selected gas fields
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Mahira Khan says strong stories matter more than screen time or stardom
Superstar reflects on fame, difficult roles, and why meaningful storytelling has always guided her career
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Cabinet approves nationwide medicine tracking system to combat counterfeit drugs
Digital system to improve drug safety, traceability and ensure authentic medicines across country
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New Zealand joins Australia, EU in banning Israeli occupiers amid rising West Bank violence
Wellington imposes travel bans on 3 Israelis accused of helping expand illegal settlements through violence
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Nauman Ijaz says character is a person's 'real signature'
Veteran actor encourages introspection, reminding followers that actions reveal character more than words ever can
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Holiday learning fest engages young minds
Free two-week programme transforms schools into hubs of creativity & skill-building
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Police register case as Karachi trader alleges $500,000 crypto robbery after abduction
Victim says armed men abducted him, used his fingerprints and passwords to transfer amount from crypto wallets
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Constable arrested for murder of Sikh couple in K-P's Mardan
Investigators cite personal grudge linked to transfer from gurdwara posting
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NA panel approves 5pc withholding tax on YouTube, social media earnings
Committee backs mandatory electronic tax filing, social media tax, and legal protection for inherited property
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Jailed PTI leaders urge PM Shehbaz to expand Charter of Economy into ‘Charter of Pakistan’
Argue economy does not flourish when constitutional supremacy is contested, political uncertainty prevails
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FM Dar warns India's water projects aim to establish 'hydro-hegemony'
New Delhi rattled by Islamabad’s Brussels initiative on weaponisation of water
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Fact-check: Viral Indian defence ministry document about Operation Sindoor 2.0 is AI-generated
Visual discrepancies and grammatical errors emerge as Indian government agency also debunks the document
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HRCP demands judicial inquiry into young girl's killing by Punjab CCD
Federal Constitutional Court urged to take suo motu notice of case
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PM orders immediate fuel price relief for consumers on falling global prices: petroleum minister
Says a high-level committee has also been formed to devise a formula for petroleum products
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PM Shehbaz assures Pezeshkian of Pakistan's continued support in next phase of negotiations with US
Says Islamabad will stand by Iran as a brotherly and neighbouring country in all areas
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Bilawal urges restraint amid AJK protests, defends constitutional consensus on key national issues
PPP chairman also calls criticism of BISP ‘shameful’, says programme vital for economy
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JI to hold nationwide protests against inflation, petroleum levy on June 19
Calls for complete abolition of petroleum levy and reductions in diesel and electricity prices
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Turkish, Bahrain, Canadian FMs praise Pakistan’s role in US-Iran peace deal
MoU also carries signatures of US President Donald Trump, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
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£190m case: IHC orders Imran, Bushra meeting with their lawyers within seven days
CJ Dogar directs NAB's special prosecutor to ensure that power of attorney documents completed and facilitated
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NA body defers PIA tax exemption
Committee gives govt option to either withdraw concessions or extend to all airlines
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Forex reserves rise to $22.7b
Rupee steady at 278.27 while gold drops Rs2,300/tola on hawkish Fed signals, ceasefire
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Foreign firms take home $2b in profits
Repatriation rises 8.66% to $2.0007b as UK, China top list; power sector leads outflows
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Pakistan, Iran fast-track border SEZ
Both sides renew $10b trade target as US sanctions expected to ease
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Rs419b uplift projects recommended to ECNEC
CDWP approves Rs16.9b schemes, power sector modernisation, urban land systems among key initiatives
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Industry urges targeted policy over tariff model
Experts warn 15% compression without energy, credit, logistics reforms may backfire
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PSX surges 887 points as oil slides
KSE-100 crosses 181,400 as US-Iran peace hopes fuel bull run
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'Uncertain monsoon threatens agriculture'
PIDE dialogue calls for proactive climate risk management
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PSX hits fresh recent highs with 887-point
Benchmark climbs to 181,398 on geopolitical easing, on oil relief
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Gold, silver prices decline in Pakistan as global rates fall
Price of gold per tola falls by Rs2,300 to Rs452,936 in local market
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Sindh's green push continues despite cuts
Solar, waste-to-energy projects power FY27 agenda
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Sindh eyes Rs450b in sales tax
Bets on services tax to drive Rs690b provincial revenue in fiscal 2026-27
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ADB approves $700m loan for Pakistan insurance reforms
Program will support development of capital markets, private pension products
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Israeli settlers torch two West Bank mosques
Incident comes during period of increased attacks against Palestinians
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Pentagon restores US Pacific Command
Removes ‘Indo’ from title, says decision reflects command’s long history and military heritage in Pacific region
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Israeli settlers torch two West Bank mosques: Palestinian officials
Israel's military confirms the arson and graffiti on the mosques
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Trump says Iran accord to be signed 'shortly', 'maybe' Thursday or Friday
Defends US-Iran deal, says he does not want an economic catastrophe triggered by continued Middle East war
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Clinton says Netanyahu is 'obsessed' with Iran, Saudi normalisation
Says issue of attacking Iran was a recurring topic
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Pentagon restores US Pacific Command name after removing 'Indo' from title
says decision reflects command's long history and military heritage in Pacific region
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China offers humanitarian aid to Iran, Lebanon as warring sides move to end war
Says as good friend of Middle Eastern countries, China will continue to provide support
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Exhibit honoring Muhammad Ali Jinnah opens in Istanbul
'The Founding Memory of a Nation' exhibition marks the 150th anniversary of Jinnah's birth
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'Turkiye-Qatar-Pakistan axis is worrying,' says Israeli cabinet minister
'We are witnessing the rise of a new axis,' says Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli amid Netanyahu criticism
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Netanyahu, Israel's arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal
Domestic critics say Netanyahu focused security away from the Gaza border and disregarded Hamas as a real threat
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Wallaby Slipper set for shock comeback
The 37-year-old eyeing a fifth Rugby World Cup
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Veteran cricket journalist Qamar Ahmed passes away at 88
Ahmed, who covered hundreds of Tests and ODIs, dies in Karachi as cricket world mourns his passing
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Injured Neymar not travelling with Brazil squad for Haiti match
The 34-year-old was seen doing drills with the squad
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Mandhana stars as India rout of Netherlands
Mandhana and Verma put on 115 for the first wicket
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Ronaldo fails to shine as DR Congo earn World Cup point
Yoane Wissa's header cancelled out Joao Neves's early goal
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Danilo backs Brazil to get over World Cup 'fright'
They drew 1-1 against Morocco in the opener
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Blundell, Phillips lead NZ recovery
The Black Caps were 291-7 at stumps against England
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Sana's heroics in vain as South Africa edge Pakistan
They clinched a two-wicket victory at Edgbaston
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No.1 Scheffler chases US Open win
A field of 156 players tees off Thursday at the 7,440-yard Long Island layout
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Mexico, Korea eye World Cup knockout
The Mexican side eased past South Africa in the opening fixture
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Kane stars as England beat Croatia
Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also scored in 4-2 victory
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Sana's heroics in vain as South Africa edge Pakistan
They clinched a two-wicket victory at Edgbaston
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Blundell, Phillips lead New Zealand recovery
The Black Caps were 291-7 at stumps against England
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NZ on brink of Women's T20 World Cup exit
The White Ferns suffered a surprise defeat against Sri Lanka
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Amorim takes charge of ailing AC Milan
He will be paid a net annual salary of 3.5 million euros











































































































