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Japan seeks trade deal with US as tariffs loom on August 1
The move led to a broad decline in the yen as expectations of a near-term rate hike faded
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Ubisoft's new EULA requires gamers to 'destroy' all copies of outdated games
The new EULA clarifies players no longer 'own' games, leading to significant backlash on X about digital ownership
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China, Hong Kong stocks rise on policy steps to ease price wars
The world's second-biggest economy struggles to shake off persistent deflationary pressures
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Jack Dorsey launches 'Bitchat', a Bluetooth messaging app to rival WhatsApp
Bitchat enables encrypted, ephemeral communication between nearby devices, expanding privacy-focused tech
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Same rain, same ruin: KP’s monsoon myopia
Every year, the floods return deadlier more destructive and yet the lessons from previous disasters are buried as deep
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Hope fades for missing in Texas floods as death toll nears 100
41 other people were still listed as missing outside Kerr County
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'Extraordinary' Luka Modric to join AC Milan in August: Allegri
Milan's new manager Massimiliano Allegri confirmed the 39-year old Croatian's status in his first press conference
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Zara Noor Abbas isn’t here for the slimming drops and skin lighteners
‘Badshah Begum’ star questions the age-shaming built into beauty standards
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Swiss watch sales decline amid US tariff pressures
Industry on track to log its lowest export volumes since the pandemic
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Jannik Sinner’s Wimbledon journey continues as Grigor Dimitrov retires hurt
Dimitrov was leading by two-sets on his way to a major upset in the fourth round of Wimbledon, before retiring hurt
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Israeli defence startups draw investment from major American firms
Changing nature of war has led to shifts in defence procurement worldwide
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US recognises Pakistan’s Nobel Peace Prize nomination for Trump
Israeli PM Netanyahu nominates Trump as well for the coveted award
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Chahat Fateh Ali Khan launches film academy
His new film will release in 50 cinemas across Pakistan
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Muqam denies move to restore FATA status
The committee also decided to form a sub-committee to draft recommendations
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Govt seeks private sector talent for key ministries
Ministerial body to pick officers to be posted at WB, ADB
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Pakistan urges decisive Afghan action on terror
Inaugural session of new Pak-Afghan mechanism held in Islamabad
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COAS warns of crippling response to aggression
Says Bunyanum Marsoos showed Pak's strength, rejects India's false claims of external support
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SC decries media trial of accused in custody
Says media confessions inadmissible; urges safeguards to protect fairness of trial
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President appoints CJs for all four HCs
The appointments will take effect from the date the respective justices take their oath of office
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PM invites Etisalat to expand investment
He met with a five-member delegation of the Emirati telecommunications company Etisalat Group
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Shehbaz directs flood readiness amid rains
NDMA, provinces told to stay alert as monsoon swells rivers, streams
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Pakistani startup aids Gaza survivors
Karachi-based company delivers first prosthetics to Gaza children
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'Property may be gifted verbally'
The matter concerned property mutations in favour of the respondent
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FBR unveils AI-powered clearance system
AI and BOTs will assess nature and cost of imported and exported goods
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Sweden resumes visa services in Islamabad
The decision will facilitate Pakistanis seeking to visit Sweden for short stays
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ECP seeks PML-N nominations for reserved seats
Election commission will issue the final list of candidates on July 24
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US revoking 'terrorist' designation for Syria's HTS
HTS was earlier known as Al-Nusra Front, and was formerly the branch of Al-Qaeda in Syria
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Texas flood toll passes 90
Youth camp confirms 27 dead
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Tehran open to dialogue with US: Pezeshkian
Accuses Israel of assassination attempt
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BRICS criticism brings Trump 10% tariff threat
BRICS members account for about half the world's population and 40 percent of global economic output
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Stocks fall, dollar up on tariffs plan
US will impose 25% levies on goods from Japan and South Korea
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Bank stocks, Pak-US deal propel PSX to record
KSE-100 index climbs 1,421 points, settles at 133,370
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Barter trade digital system developed
It will bring transparency as banking linkages remain limited
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Telecom industry opts for diversification
"We freed up our balance sheet to invest in what's next – platforms, not pylons"
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ADB, SBP launch Women Finance Code
Governor commits to reforms for sustainable, inclusive growth
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Govt lifts cap on bureaucrats' fee
Despite push from PM and DPM, compliance fails; austerity measures continue
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Russian firms asked to form joint ventures
A key meeting was held with Russian Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov
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Bourse eyes over 27% return in FY26
Despite rally forecast, market faces external, fiscal challenges
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Govt plans Rs4.9tr borrowing
SBP releases Q3 PIBs, MTBs auction calendar, gold dips Rs2,500/tola and rupee weakens slightly
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Naqvi vows to address UAE visa problem
Interior minister will meet UAE counterpart to raise rejection issues
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Sick units' debt reduction delayed
Lack of fresh funds, slow judicial process further push industries into distress
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Ex-AJK president rejects India's 'ICBM hype'
Khan pointed to a recent article in Foreign Affairs that mentioned Pakistan's missile programme only briefly
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Seven injured in rain, fire incidents
Rescue 1122 teams managed to pull the victims from the rubble
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Ride-hailing promises hit the breaks
Users report unsafe vehicles, mid-ride abandonments and rude behaviour
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Tehsildars get registry powers
A formal gazette notification to this effect has been issued
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Privatisation deadline for health units extended
Government-approved positions in health centres cancelled
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OGRA cuts LPG price by Rs17.74 per kg for August
Price of LPG has been revised down to Rs215.36, compared to Rs233 per kg last month
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PTI leaders Omar Ayub, Shibli Faraz sentenced to up to 10 years in May 9 cases
Zartaj Gul, Hamid Raza among 108 leaders convicted out of 185 implicated while Fawad Chaudhry, 76 others are acquitted
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PTI may boycott Parliament over May 9 verdicts: Barrister Gohar
Party chairman says final decision to be taken by leadership after presenting matter before Imran Khan
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PTI seeks permission to hold Aug 5 rally in Islamabad
PTI Islamabad’s general secretary requested approval to hold a rally in the capital from 4 pm to 10 pm
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Man jumps into sea with two children
Three presumed dead as rescue operation suspended until Friday morning
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Vawda says Imran being betrayed by own people
Senator accuses PTI of financial misdealings, questioning 'transactions worth billions of rupees'
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China congratulates Pakistan on remote sensing satellite launch
Satellite is part of integrated Earth observation system, expected to boost Pakistan’s socio-economic development
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K-Electric CEO found guilty of harassment
Sindh Ombudsman orders Moonis Alvi's removal, imposes fine of Rs2.5m for workplace harassment
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CJCSC holds high-level defence talks during Egypt visit: ISPR
Both sides reaffirm commitment to boost military ties through training, drills, and institutional cooperation
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Pakistani bikers begin Central Asia tour to boost ECO ties
15-member group aims to boost tourism ties among ECO states: Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
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Police investigates second marriage in Sidra Arab murder case
Team travels to Muzaffarabad to record statements from Usman, his family
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'AI policy to bring Pakistan among developed nations'
IT Minister Shaza boasts employment opportunities for youth
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Rabbani calls out Centre on bypassing provinces in US trade deal
Laments lack of transparency with public learning about deal through social media rather than official channels
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Pakistan launches new remote sensing satellite from China
SUPARCO led mission in collaboration with CETC, MICROSAT China
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Nida Saleh becomes first Pakistani female train driver
Drives metro with confidence, professionalism, serving thousands in Lahore
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Govt ends hike streak, cuts petrol price by nearly Rs8 per litre
High-speed diesel raised by Rs1.48 per litre; revised prices to be effective from Aug 1 for next 15 days
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Stocks cheer Pakistan-US energy agreement
KSE-100 index jumps 978 points, driven by increased activity in E&P sector
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ICCI urges Bangladeshi firms to invest in Pakistan
Chambers of both countries call for FTA, stronger air links, and regional economic integration
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Stocks rise as SBP keeps rate on hold
KSE-100 index gains 447 points, aided by interest in bank stocks
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In pharma JV, Pakistan to import Russian insulin
Efforts also afoot to start local manufacturing with assistance from Moscow
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Industry dismayed by policy rate status quo
Says central bank decision makes no economic sense at a time of low inflation
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First auto safety law approved
Violators face up to three years in jail, Rs10m fine for unsafe vehicles
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Meeting discusses industrial loans, development
PM assistant emphasised the urgent need for a modern industrial policy to drive economic growth
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NEPRA hears plea to cut tariffs by Rs0.65/unit
Public questions govt on industrial power rates, petroleum levy; relief likely for all DISCO consumers
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Equities retreat as Powell dampens Sept cut hopes
Fed says labour market conditions remain solid, inflation is somewhat elevated
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Rupee continues rally amid crackdown
Gains Rs2.02 in six sessions to 282.95; gold mixed as Fed policy decision looms
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SBP holds rate steady at 11%
Ahmad cites deteriorating inflation outlook, external sector pressures
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Petrol price may drop by up to Rs10
Reduction in international rates has led to a decrease in the ex-refinery price of petrol by Rs9.7
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BYD Shark 6: Pakistan’s 1st luxury pickup open for bookings
BYD Shark 6 setting new benchmarks for power, performance, and luxury
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Petrol price may drop by up to Rs10
Following approval from PM, finance ministry will issue official notification regarding new prices starting August 1
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Sadhvi Pragya, six others acquitted in deadly 2008 Malegaon bombing
Prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence, says Indian court
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Canada to recognize State of Palestine at UN meeting in September
Israeli forces kill 34 in Gaza since morning, including 15 aid seekers
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Pakistan, US seal trade deal
Trump says oil company will lead Pak-US partnership; Slaps 25% tariffs on imports from India; Slams trade barriers
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A 'vibrant oasis' of chemical-eating creatures found in the deep Pacific
Submersible explores Kuril-Kamchatka and Aleutian trenches
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UAE begins Gaza water pipeline project
UAE teams begin moving project equipment
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Trump's new tariff to impact Indian economy
Drastic measure could reshape bilateral ties
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China calls for more engagement with US
Beijing warns Washington against confrontation
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Hezbollah refuses to disarm
Group says demand aims to 'serve' Israel
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8.8-magnitude quake jolts Russia's far east
Huge earthquake sparks Pacific tsunamis
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No YouTube for under-16s as Australia broadens social media ban
Australian government reversed course after survey found 37% of minors reported harmful content on video-sharing site
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At least 16 Palestinians, including 13 aid seekers, killed in Israeli attacks
France, 14 other countries issue joint appeal for the recognition of Palestine as sovereign state
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Sindh govt sets minimum wage at Rs40,000
New wage policy guarantees Rs192 per hour for hourly workers
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Conor McGregor resumes UFC drug testing, hints at 2026 return
Conor McGregor announces he’s back in the UFC’s drug-testing pool, signaling a potential comeback in 2026
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Ruben Amorim sees 'different' Manchester United in pre-season
Amorim's team finished 15th in the Premier League last season, but has won both games of their pre-season tour in USA
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ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 qualifiers to be held in Nepal
The qualifier will run from January 12 to February 2, with 10 teams competing for 4 spots
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NBA announces regular-season games in Europe, starting from 2025-26
The Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic will face off in historic NBA games in Berlin and London next January
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Chelsea agree deal with Ajax for £37 million Jorrel Hato
The signing takes Chelsea's summer spending past £250 million
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Top seed Gauff advances at Montreal
She defeated US compatriot Danielle Collins 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (7/2)
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Pak to make debut at the Asia Pacific Padel Cup
Azhar Katchi will lead the team as captain and Mehak Taherani will be vice captain
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Stokes, Jadeja prosper in ICC rankings
The England captain has progressed three places to third position
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BB Shaheed Academy wins girls' title
SSWMB Intra-Academy B'ball concludes
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Australia announce squads for SA series
Cummins and Starc will miss both series
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Stokes out of India series decider
The final game of five-match series will be played at Oval from today
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Pak, India to clash in WCL semifinal
The Men in Blue refused to play against the arch-rivals in the group stage
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HBL PSL franchises to receive Rs970 million each
Multan Sultans once again expected to incur a loss
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Pak likely to miss Olympics berth
Pakistan and New Zealand are unhappy with ICC's decision
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Pakistan reach WCL final after India refuse to play semi-final
WCL confirms India’s withdrawal from semi-final, Pakistan Champions advance to Aug 2 final