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India: a dystopia for minorities
Modi’s India reflects the rise of religious extremism at the expense of pluralism, rule of law
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How Doha learned to shape world without shouting
Rather than outshouting its neighbours, Qatar is investing in education, journalism, long-term diplomacy
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Strength in numbers?
Pakistan’s increasing population demands long-term planning, not short-term fixes
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Beyond the thumbprint
Broader biometric recognition marks a structural shift in Pakistan’s digital state
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The tax lacunae
FBR misses targets again, raising fears of fresh indirect taxes on an already strained middle class
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Pakistan's invisible climate casualties
Poor data masks the true human toll of climate disasters
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Seven dead, 96 rescued after migrant boat capsizes, Gambia says
The ministry said the vessel carried over 200 migrants; 10 rescued were critical and need urgent care.
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Babar Azam equals Jos Buttler’s T20 record after Sixers’ BBL win
Former Pakistan captain becomes the joint third-highest player in terms of half-centuries in T20 cricket
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Snow blankets Shogran and Kaghan, enchanting visitors and boosting local businesses
Authorities clear snow in Shogran; tourists advised to use snow chains and avoid unnecessary night travel
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Iran's Fars Agency Reports 3 More Killed In Fresh Clashes
Rioters exploited a protest in Azna, Lorestan, to attack a police station
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Electricity consumers given Rs8.35 per unit relief in 2025, Power Division claims
Annual report reveals talks with IPPs eliminated financial burden of Rs3,400b on consumers and national exchequer
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Twin cities welcome 2026 under thick clouds, heavy rain
Rainfall ends four-month dry spell, makes New Year celebrations spectacular
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Performance is key to staying at PIA: Arif Habib
Says over 14 million Pakistanis live abroad, and 70 million rely on the airline domestically
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Punjab Bar suspends lawyer representing Faiz Hameed, Rajab Butt over 'professional misconduct'
Advocate Mian Ali Ashfaq attended court proceedings at Karachi's City Court during a lawyers' strike
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Development endeavours clash with green spaces
Nasir Bagh parking plaza plan has ignited clashes between officials and conservationists
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Deadly blast near Sibi’s Chainak Chowk leaves one dead, five injured
Conditions of injured individuals are serious but stable, say doctors
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Traders declare 2025 'worst year' for businesses in country's history
AKTA cites widespread closures, soaring inflation and unemployment, warns of no economic recovery in sight for 2026
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Beware of New Year messages: Scammers targeting mobile devices, warns NCCIA
Advises users to avoid clicking on unfamiliar links or sharing WhatsApp verification codes with anyone
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Pakistan surpasses India in economic optimism, peace outlook for 2026
'End of Year Survey' by Gallup highlights stark contrast in sentiment across South Asia
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Several reported killed in Iran protests over economic woes
Hengaw said security forces fired on protesters in Lordegan, killing some and wounding others
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Peshawar makes taxi registration, QR code stickers mandatory
Also closes over 100 illegal transport services to address traffic congestion
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Dr Yasmin Rashid to challenge election tribunal's decision on NA-130 result
Lahore election tribunal declared Yasmin Rashid's election petition against Nawaz Sharif in NA-130 as non-maintainable
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20m children remain out of school: survey
Only 12% individuals have bank accounts in Pakistan, literacy rate up from 61 to 63%
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PM appoints Tahir Ashrafi as coordinator for religious harmony, diaspora in Muslim countries
Appointment comes at critical time amid shifts in Muslim world and Pakistan’s key ties with Gulf and Islamic states
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Neuralink plans 'high-volume' brain implant production by 2026, Musk says
Neuralink implanted 12 paralyzed patients; users control tools by thought; raised $650M in June
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Australia keeping options open for Sydney Test
Spinner Todd Murphy’s inclusion will be decided just before the start of play
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Chelsea part ways with manager Maresca
The Italian joined the Blues in 2024 after steering Leicester City to EPL promotion
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Tsitsipas considered quitting tennis
He was struggling with a serious back pain during 2025
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Sudan lose to Burkina Faso in AFCON
They are likely to face champions Senegal in the last 16
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Ivory Coast fight back to pip Cameroon
Substitute Bazoumana Toure scored in stoppage time for Ivory Coast
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OGDCL announces major oil, gas discovery in KP’s Kohat district
Nashpa Block well yields 4,100 bpd oil, 10.5 mmcfd gas, boosting local energy output
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PTI files defection declaration against Senator Saifullah Abro over 27th Amendment vote
Party seeks action under Article 63-A, says senator violated policy by backing constitutional bill
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Pakistan, India exchange nuclear sites lists as FO flags water, regional concerns
Annual exchange held; Islamabad warns India on Chenab project, backs China on Taiwan
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Sultans journey with PSL comes to an end
PCB will take over the franchise for the upcoming season
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Serie A title race enters New Year
Five clubs are in the mix for close contest for the title
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Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital
He was involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria
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Australia name squad for T20 World Cup
Cummins and Hazlewood return to the side
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Explosion in Swiss ski resort bar leaves around 40 dead, 100 injured
Police sources say the blast and fire occurred around 1.30am
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Zohran Mamdani sworn in on the Holy Quran as New York’s first Muslim mayor
A subway station swearing-in ceremony reflects Mamdani’s working-class roots
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Aerial firing injures 25 in Karachi on New Year’s Eve, police arrest 59
Stray bullets hit women and children across city; police recover weapons, warn of zero tolerance
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Gasperini awaits emotional return to Atalanta
Roma travel to Bergamo aiming to keep pace with Serie A’s title contenders
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Rodri and Doku could return against Sunderland
Their return would boost a City side missing several players during a packed January schedule
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Mbappe suffers knee sprain in blow for Real Madrid
He could also miss the Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Atletico Madrid
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Pakistan foreign policy 2025: From strategic margins to global relevance
Pakistan ends 2025 not as a state reacting to events, but as one increasingly shaping them
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PM Shehbaz, MBS reaffirm strong bilateral ties
Prime minister emphasises need for maintaining unity within the Muslim Ummah amid various challenges
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PM rolls out governance reforms under IMF lens
Finance Ministry releases 240-page Economic Governance Reforms report, detailing poor governance, critical corruption
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Dhaka handshake chips at the freeze
Jaishankar and Ayaz Sadiq hold brief conversation; Analysts caution against reading too much into episode
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Nine more terrorists killed during Operation Shaban in Balochistan: state TV
Security sources say since July 5, 88 terrorists have been killed in operations across the province
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Pakistan's ambassador to US gifts 'Trionda' football to World Bank president
Pakistan-made World Cup ball underscores country's global sports manufacturing prowess
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POL prices jacked up by nearly Rs14 after brief respite
Petrol up Rs13.18, diesel Rs13.80 per litre as global oil rally returns
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FM Dar calls for improved port connectivity to maximise Pakistan's economic benefits
Says Pakistan's strategic location an 'asset' for regional connectivity
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PM calls on stakeholders to recognize urgency of population rise, promote sustainable development
Says responsible, prudent population planning and management form the foundation of a welfare-oriented society
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NDC claims Qureshi unhappy with PTI leadership
PTI, TTAP reject account but senior leaders admit wider concern
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Wheat shortfall sparks import calls
Stakeholders seek a level playing field if imports are approved
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Ziarat martyrs' heirs get Rs11.1m each
Balochistan govt also pledges lifelong family support
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Rain, windstorms likely in upper parts
Rain-windstorms and thundershowers, with isolated heavy falls, are likely in Kashmir
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Apex court mandates anti-harassment policies in schools
Restores punishment of teacher found guilty of harassing female colleague
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PM pins growth hopes on easier SME credit
Reaffirms Pak commitment to multilateralism
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FCC sets aside SC's Nasla Tower order
Court held that the Constitution and relevant laws assign responsibility for regulating buildings
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TTAP announces countrywide protest from August 5
Opposition alliance cites political, security crises; seeks dialogue on Balochistan and AJK
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AJK seeks additional federal forces
AJK government has asked for 4,000 personnel of the Federal Constabulary
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PM urges restraint in calls with Iran, Qatari leaders
He warned that the latest tensions risked undermining the fragile gains achieved in recent weeks
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PSX rebounds over 980 points on geopolitical hopes
KSE-100 closes at 182,242 amid oil price ease; banking stocks lead rally
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Gold prices fall after rise, silver remains on upward trend
On Thursday, gold prices rose by Rs3,600 locally
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World Bank approves $375.9m for Pakistan’s grid stability project
Project is first phase of 10-year programme to modernise electricity transmission network, reduce power outages
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PM task force rules out new ports
Committee implements 84 reforms in two years to unlock blue economy
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Oil heads for weekly gain as Middle East supply risks persist
Brent futures are up 19 cents, or 0.25%, at $76.49 a barrel
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Pakistan, Turkey target trade of $5b
Current annual trade at $1.236b, ECO CCI president proposes joint business meeting
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IT sector exports could reach $15b in five to ten years, seminar told
Panelists at the seminar highlighted specific sectors with export potential
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Persistent selling caps PSX near 180,000
KSE-100 index falls 370 points, or 0.20%, amid geopolitical jitters
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Envoy, FinMin explore capital market avenues
Discussions also focused on strengthening engagement with international investors
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Seafood exports jump to $568m
Despite disruptions, shipments grow on better compliance with food safety standards
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Trade with Russia to cross $1b
Energy minister underlines need for deeper economic, transport connectivity
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Manufacturing recovery to be narrow-based
Textiles, autos, cement to lead as lower interest rates revive activity, say analysts
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Remittances hit $41.5b without structured support
Inflows up 8.6% despite Middle East tensions, but experts warn of policy gaps
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ADB cuts growth forecast to 3.7%
Raises inflation to 8.3%, warns of 10% US tariff risk
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PSX extends losing streak as KSE-100 sheds nearly 370 points
Market activity remained healthy despite the subdued performance, with 471 million shares traded in the KSE-100 Index
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India, New Zealand elevate ties to strategic partnership during Modi’s visit
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hosts Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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At least 12 killed, 23 missing in forest fire in Spain's Almeria province
Fire burns more than 9,883 acres, described by authorities as 'worst' in Andalusia
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Trump warns 1,000 missiles 'locked and loaded' if Iran tries to assassinate him
US president claims military ready to bomb Iran for 1 year
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Death toll from Venezuela twin earthquakes surpasses 4,000
More than 16,700 injured, thousands displaced since powerful June 24 quakes, top official says
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Algeria battles 119 wildfires, farm, palm grove blazes in 24 hours
One forest fire remains active at Guigba, in Kalaa Bousbaa commune of northeastern Guelma province
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Landslides kill 15 in Philippines
Biggest typhoon in decades nears Taiwan
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Neelum-Jhelum revival delayed until 2028
Wapda says tunnel repairs could keep the Rs508b project offline for another 18 months
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Bangladesh ex-PM plans December return
Hasina says she will face death on own soil
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Suzhou Industrial Park: From paddy fields to powerhouse
Park emerges as a global benchmark for tech-driven growth and urban development
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Pakistan urges Iran, US at UNSC to stay committed to framework peace deal
'Any interruption in this diplomatic process would complicate issues further,' ambassador tells UNSC
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Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of window on flight from Greece
Cause remains unclear
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Pak women U-19 named for SA T20s
The five-match series will be played from July 14 to 24
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Johan Botha joins Netherlands men's team
He joins them for their Cricket World Cup League 2 games
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Rain hands West Indies series win over Sri Lanka
The hosts completed their first home Test series triumph for four years
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World Cup exit puts another nail in USA's fun
They crashed out of the tournament against Belgium
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Egypt file complaint against referee
The Pharoahs loss 3-2 to Argentina in a controversial game
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Djokovic sets up Sinner blockbuster
He survives Wimbledon's longest quarter-final against Felix Auger-Aliassime
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England quicks star as India suffer record T20I defeat
They slumped to a mammoth 125-run defeat in the second 3rd T20I
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Eight teams remain in the hunt for glory
A heavyweight line-up set to do battle in the quarter-finals from Thursday
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De Minaur gutted after Wimbledon exit
His run ended with a 7-5 7-6(4) 6-3 defeat against Cobolli
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Messi inspires Argentina in stunning late comeback to see off Egypt
Egypt came close to a World Cup upset after goals by Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico, despite Messi missing a penalty
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Argentina fightback to beat Egypt
They came from behind to secure a stunning 3-2 victory
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Argentina's gruelling World Cup schedule a concern for Scaloni
He insists that the champions should be given more rest in the final stages
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Belgium thrash USA to end World Cup dream
Charles De Ketelaere scored a brace in 4-1 victory
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Britain's Fery stuns Dimitrov
He clinched the game with a 7-5, 3-6, 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (10/7) win
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Huzaifa, Huzaima clinch Padel Ranking Cup
Meheq and Asfa clinch the title in women’s category











































































































