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Spending on water projects to fall short of target
Govt utilised Rs79.4b by end of May vs FY25 allocation of Rs142.6b
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Real Effective Exchange Rate improves to 97.81 in May
Represents 1.5% drop from previous month's figure of 99.30, according to AKD Securities
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GST hike feared to hit auto sales
Suzuki MD says 18% tax will impact jobs, push up vehicle prices
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Egypt, govt eye tech partnership
Both sides discussed possibility of holding joint workshops in cybersecurity and maritime cable systems
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Current account slips back into $103m deficit
Remittances offset trade gap, but gains remain fragile amid FDI drop, oil risks
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Food Network chef Anne Burrell dies at 55 in New York
Food Network star Anne Burrell, known for Worst Cooks in America, has died at 55 at her home in Brooklyn, New York.
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Only known oil painting Gandhi sat for heads for UK auction
Portrait will go on sale online next month
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Investor demands Victoria's Secret overhaul its board
Luxury brand has been accused of underperforming
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Matthew Perry death doctor to plead guilty
Salvador Plasencia was charged with actor's overdose
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Evolving, adapting since 1989
'The Simpsons' creators discuss long-running animation's legacy
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Snyder loyalists target new 'Superman' film
Director James Gunn claps back at trolls
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People don't want women in showbiz: Nausheen Shah
Actor shared her thoughts on overcoming cultural prejudices
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Kneecap court controversy, critics
Irish trio remain unbothered by recent legal woes
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Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Ida Brooke join Dune 3 as Paul Atreides’ twin children
Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Ida Brooke cast as Leto II and Ghanima, twin heirs of Paul Atreides, in Dune 3.
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Lahore receives scattered rain
In Lahore, the maximum temperature on Tuesday stood at 34°C.
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WASA to set up monsoon camps
MD says disposal stations must be fully operational with contingency plans for power outages
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Cotton farmers advised on crop
Farmers Advisory Committee (FAC) issued a set of guidelines to farmers, applicable till June 3
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Completion of projects urged by financial year end
DG instructed for timely completion of the projects without compromising on quality
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Vehari locality submerged in sewage for six months
Drainage repair work abandoned midway
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Rational use of farm inputs stressed
Entomologists urge to enhance their role in coping with the situation at the national level
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Peace committees' role in harmony hailed
The administration has registered 258 speakers, while imposing restrictions on 91 others.
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Officials told to explain Nankana encroachments
Notices issued by ETPB secretary
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LHC seeks proposals on shifting Tollinton Market
Justice Karim observed expressed the intention to make Tollinton Market a model for others to follow.
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11 senior officers reshuffled
Hina Rasheed has been promoted as Additional Secretary in the Population Welfare Department
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Man killed by robbers outside bank
The police said they were examining CCTV footage from the area and had launched a manhunt for the murderers
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Vehicle carrying hazardous milk impounded
The PFA director general said the adulterated milk was intended for supply to Lahore and adjoining areas
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'Water scarcity eroding agricultural capacity'
CM announces funds for geotagging affected areas
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Couple fall prey to 'honour killing'
Victims were living in Kahna after marriage following elopement
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Lack of local govts complicates 'khula' cases
Even when family courts issue 'khula' decrees, women have to wait months before Union Councils are able to finalize
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Tyler Perry sued by Derek Dixon for $260M over harassment, assault claims
Derek Dixon sues Tyler Perry for $260M, alleging sexual harassment, assault, and career retaliation on Perry's sets.
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Heirs seek justice in swing-related death
City SHO promptly visited the victim's home
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PPP workers decry favouritism
Criticism was also directed at the repeated nomination of weak candidates in Rawalpindi
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Hostel warden accused of threatening students
Students demand inquiry into hostel admin's role, protection for whistle-blowers
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Tarbela water levels drop dangerously low
Tarbela Dam's full storage capacity is 1,550 feet
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Metro fare cut sparks funding debate
CDA defends 100% fare hike as necessary response to rising fuel, maintenance costs
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Man kills sister for 'honour' in Rawat
In separate incident, four suspects stab taxi driver to death over old dispute
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Excise misses tax target by 52 per cent
Motor Branch of dept successfully met its targets in categories of new vehicle, motorcycle registrations, transfer fee
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Ex-senator surrenders in murder case
Defence counsel stated that their client had voluntarily withdrawn the bail request
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Key projects put on ice for another year
Despite plans to launch 10 major initiatives, none have started due to persistent delays
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K-P utilises Rs120b ADP budget for current fiscal
CM's advisor says province also incurred uplift expenditures exceeding Rs150b
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K-P fully met IMF targets, says CM
Gandapur reveals province's revenues stand at Rs125b
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Balochistan saves Rs16b via austerity measures
Minister Noserwani also praised the parliamentary decorum maintained in the Balochistan Assembly
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Heavy fines imposed over traffic rules' violations
Violations of route permits for three-wheelers will carry a Rs5,000 penalty, doubling for repeat offenders
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Trump demands Tehran's 'unconditional surrender' as Israel-Iran air war continues
Israel says it now has control of Iranian airspace and intends to escalate the campaign in the coming days
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Kanye West’s wife Bianca Censori spotted in bold look at L.A. spa
Bianca Censori stuns in bold bodysuit and furry white boots while heading to a Los Angeles spa without Kanye West.
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Ariana Grande shares that her Nonna, Marjorie Grande, has died at 99
Ariana Grande announces the passing of her grandmother Nonna Marjorie Grande, who died at age 99.
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Israeli attacks on Iran are illegal, says Russia
China's Xi calls for de-escalation "as soon as possible"
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US State Dept condemns Kyiv attack, confirms death of American citizen
Kyiv mayor says 62-year-old US citizen died in overnight airstrike; no further details shared
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Strategic communication
De-escalation of India-Pak conflict only possible when both sides military officials engage
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Excavations at Taxila’s Bhir Mound reveal traces of ancient city before 6th century BC
Traces found of narrow streets, residential structures, water wells, areas for storing grain, daily use artefacts
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PIA privatisation enters final phase as bids are reviewed
Privatisation commission reviews, approves reference price, auction session at 4.30pm
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Maryam warns LHC order suspending property law will help land mafia
Punjab CM says ordinance protects citizens, criticises court move as harmful to widows and poor
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LHC upholds dismissal of Jhang official for harassing female teacher
Court says workplace harassment is not limited to office premises and can extend beyond buildings
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Shehbaz open to talks with PTI but rejects ‘illegal demands or blackmail’
PM says dialogue possible on legitimate issues as PTI founder’s sister rules out talks
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Islamabad court orders Airblue to pay Rs5.41b in damages over 2010 crash
District and sessions court rejects airline appeals, fines carrier for delaying compensation
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Gunmen kill five policemen in KP ambush
Attack in Karak district targets police vehicle in sensitive oil and gas region
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All set for auction of PIA's 75% shares today
Sealed bids to be opened publicly in the presence of media
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Pakistan, Libya clinch multi-billion dollar arms deal
The officials, all involved in defence matters, declined to be identified due to sensitivity surrounding the agreement
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Govt, allies push back at Opposition alliance charter
Coalition sets terms for talks, says dialogue possible only without preconditions
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SHC extends stay order in ex-judge degree case
New bench to take up case after winter break
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Lawyers question impact of new Constitutional Court
Flag backlog risks, trust deficit after FCC's creation
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Sindh objects to NFC terms shifting costs to provinces
Says provincial expenditures should be dealt with by provincial assemblies, NEC
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LHC puts brakes on DC-led property dispute law
Refers petitions against ordinance to full bench Says under new law even Jati Umra can be vacated
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Punjab LG polls to be held on party basis, LHC told
Punjab LG polls to be held on party basis, LHC told
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Building material prices hit record high
Federal, provincial taxes, increases in gas, electricity, transport costs, contribute to this
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Rising trade deficit exposes Pakistan’s structural weaknesses
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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China’s trade surplus hits $1.08 trillion as currency valuation debate resurfaces
China’s surplus rose 22.1% in Jan–Nov, prompting renewed questions as to whether renminbi is undervalued
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Boosting exports: 10 policy priorities
Export challenge is not rooted in lack of entrepreneurial capacity or market access, but in fragmented policies
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Pakistan's quiet regulatory revolution
For years, the economy has been constrained by an excess of rules, permits, approvals
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What does Europe's EV retreat mean for Pakistan?
Battery recycling represents area where country could develop genuine competitive advantage
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Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Musk first person worth $700b
Musk's 2018 pay package, once worth $56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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ASEAN ministers meet to restore Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire after 60 killed, half a million displaced
First direct talks since fighting resumed on Dec 8, Malaysia urges bloc to play more forceful role in halting conflict
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Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show
Meta internally estimated 10% of its 2024 revenue could come from scam-linked advertising, documents show
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Bondi attack suspects held ‘tactical’ training before shooting
Court documents allege father-son duo rehearsed in NSW countryside; Albanese vows tougher hate, gun laws
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Ukraine settlement talks enter third day in Miami
Russia launched atleast 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 9 missiles of various types
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Kidnapped Nigerian schoolkids freed
Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity
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Somalia tightens security before historic elections
Somalia will deploy more than 10,000 security personnel in the capital
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Trump's ally urges action on Hamas, Hezbollah
Israel made dismantling the arsenals of both groups, allies of its arch-foe Iran
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Israel’s security cabinet approves 19 new settlements in West Bank
The move raises approved settlements over three years to 69, says Finance Minister Smotrich’s office
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Sudan drone attack on Darfur market kills 10: Rescuers
Since April 2023, Sudan's army and RSF conflict killed tens of thousands, displacing nearly 12M people
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Pakistan to witness year's longest night, shortest day on December 22
Earth's 23.4° axial tilt causes the changing lengths of daylight throughout the year
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Dozens mourn six killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza shelter
Gaza hospital reports victims of shelling: infant, 14-year-old girl, two men, two women
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Trump readies aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026
ICE and Border Patrol get $170B through 2029, a major boost over current $19B annual budgets
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Nine killed in mass shooting at tavern near Johannesburg
This was the second major mass shooting reported in South Africa this month
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US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials confirm
It’s the second time in recent weeks that the United States has gone after a tanker near Venezuela
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Thousands mourn slain Bangladesh student leader
Tens of thousands joined funeral procession to pay respects to Sharif Osman Hadi
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal













































































































