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US banks tiptoe toward cryptocurrencies
Await more green lights from regulators, seek clarity around anti-money laundering rules, supervision
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Korangi harbour to make $100m in 5 years
Maritime ministry says modernisation project to create 3,000 jobs, elevate Pakistan's global seafood footprint
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Govt to revive development forum this year
World Bank offers support for advancing reforms, strengthening project implementation capacity
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IT sector seeks policy continuity
Industry leaders urge support for local hardware, freelancer incentives
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ILO slashes 2025 job forecast by 7 million
The report estimates that 84 million jobs across 71 countries are tied to US consumer demand
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Gold rises Rs1,400 as global market recovers
Safe-haven bounces back in range-bound trade to Rs349,300/tola amid international bargain buying
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PBF urges budget relief for agriculture
Demands GST cut on cotton sector, lower duties on agri-machinery and policy reforms
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Textile exporters sound alarm over tax, energy policies
Say 18% sales tax, peak-hour tariffs will dent Pakistan's competitiveness
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K-P loses oil and gas royalty
Suffers revenue loss due to forced curtailment of hydrocarbon output at local fields
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'Gardenia Hub' boosts city's greenery
The redevelopment plan includes the installation of modern flower shops
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Youth at risk as hypertension cases climb
Dr Bashir Hanif stated that more than 52% of people in Pakistan are affected by hypertension
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Abbottabad to reclaim encroached land
Recent investigations reveal that vast stretches of ravines and nullahs have either disappeared
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Major shake-up in ICT police amid rising crime
Sources say authorities have decided to replace SHOs of all police stations
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Capital libraries face decline in visitor footfall
Rapid rise of social media blamed for dying culture of reading
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Woman, minor girl 'killed for honour'
The police handed over the bodies to the heirs after post-mortem examinations.
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Kaghan Valley experiences unusual cold snap
Snowfall at Babusar Top highlights the effects of climate change
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Drugs seized from foreigner's luggage
The passenger was travelling to Dubai through a private airline flight.
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Cattle markets buzz, but prices soar
Traders cite rising fodder, transport, and maintenance costs as reasons for hike
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Police under fire in abduction case
The suspect remains at large, with no substantial progress reported in the investigation.
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Stolen books worth millions recovered
Court grants five-day physical remand for two suspects
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RDA scam suspects in the NAB crosshairs
Officials are accused of unlawfully issuing directives to banks for the release of CDRs
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Four terrorists killed, two policemen martyred in AJK operation
The encounter took place when law enforcement personnel raided a suspected hideout in Rawalakot district
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SZA hit by bracelet thrown by fan while meeting crowd in new viral video
Singer SZA was accidentally hit by a bracelet while greeting fans, sparking debate over concert crowd behavior.
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India's water war: time for justice, not aggression
This isn't merely a technical dispute over hydro projects.
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Military notes — perceptual battle between India and Pakistan
The 16-hour skirmish diminished India's role as a counterbalance to China
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Why Dr AQ Khan still matters
The professionalism and precision of the PAF silenced the aggressive posturing of the Indian military
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Robbed and murdered
Economic desperation and organised crime further fuel the crisis.
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A costly addiction
This contradiction lies at the heart of Pakistan's tobacco control struggle.
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Impregnable and invincible
There is an opportunity in disaster for India to start talking to Pakistan
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Slavery disguised as freedom
Freedom inside the minds of the American kids is to read Tom Clancy and watch Breaking Bad.
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Fact-check: Claims of Mauritania Hajj flight crash are false
Some social media users shared videos, unverified images, claiming crash site of Mauritania Hajj flight
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US to impose visa bans on foreign nationals censoring Americans, says Rubio
Secretary of State suggested the new policy could target officials regulating US tech companies
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Pakistan-Iran border to remain open 24 hours during Muharram
Iranian govt to provide accommodation and meals in Mashhad for up to 5,000 Pakistani pilgrims
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France wants Palestinian two-state solution, says Macron
Only a political solution can restore peace and build for the long term, says French President
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Man arrested for selling fake Zamzam water in Sharjah
Cartons, plastic bottles falsely labelled as Zamzam water were being filled under unsanitary conditions
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Andrew Tate charged with rape and human trafficking in UK
Andrew and Tristan Tate face 21 UK criminal charges, including rape and trafficking.
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Italian FM slams Israeli assault on Gaza, warns against forced displacement
Israel’s legitimate reaction is taking absolutely unacceptable forms, says Antonio Tajani in parliament
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Five police officers dead as vehicle falls into ravine in AJK
AJK PM Anwar-ul-Haq ordered an immediate inquiry into the incident
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Chucky actor Ed Gale dies at 61 after hospice care in Los Angeles
Ed Gale, best known for playing Chucky in Child’s Play, passed away in L.A. amid ongoing investigation.
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Pakistan hockey captain calls for relocation of 2025 Asia Cup from India
The 12th edition of the Men’s Hockey Asia Cup is scheduled to take place from August 27 to September 7
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Seven dead as migrant boat capsizes off Spain’s Canary Islands
The small vessel, believed to be carrying more than 100 people, overturned just metres from the dock
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Iran signals possible access for US inspectors if nuclear talks succeed
Tehran and Washington set for sixth round of talks to resolve decades-long dispute over Iran’s nuclear programme
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Netanyahu claims Hamas Gaza chief Mohammad Sinwar killed
He was the target of an Israeli strike on a hospital in southern Gaza earlier this month
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Diddy trial day 11 sees Kid Cudi car bombing described as targeted attack by arson investigator
Arson investigator testifies Kid Cudi's Porsche was firebombed in 2012 amid claims linking Diddy to the incident.
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Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 37 runs to take 1-0 lead in T20I series
Agha’s fifty, Shadab and Nawaz’s blitz lift Pakistan to 201/7 as Bangladesh crumble for 164 in T20I opener
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World acknowledges Pakistan's victory in conflict with India: Tarar
"Credit goes to PM and DPM, who have significantly enhanced Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach," says information minister
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Gold prices surge in Pakistan after two-day slump
On Tuesday, gold prices had dropped sharply, with the per tola rate falling by Rs3,600 to Rs347,900
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Chess Broadway revival starring Lea Michele Aaron Tveit Nicholas Christopher set for fall 2025
Broadway revival of Chess starring Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher opens fall 2025.
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Ishaq Dar to embark on two-day official trip to Hong Kong
DPM will formally sign convention on the establishment of the IOMed and deliver an address at the ceremony on May 30
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Govt plans tax hikes, subsidy cuts under IMF-backed budget
Solar panels, agriculture face tax hit as govt aims to boost revenue, cut deficit in 2025-26 budget
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Gilani backs parliamentary democracy
He conveyed greetings and appreciated the IPU's role as the global forum of parliaments
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Future leaders shine at Sanghar Model UN
Students debate national, global challenges, build diplomacy skills
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SAU approves Rs4.82b budget
Provincial government enhanced budget of higher education institutions over period of five years
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Less than 30% of children with cancer survive in Pakistan: experts
Delayed diagnosis, limited treatment facilities and financial constraints hamper outcomes
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Cop booked for torturing vendor
Constable, two accomplices arrested for allegedly refusing to pay for food, assaulting a shopkeeper
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Magistrate hands over 30 JI workers to police for a day
Workers face charges of arson, damaging public and private property, rioting
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Private schools ordered to go online
Entire registration and renewal process has been shifted online
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Musical event ends with electrifying performances
Event witnessed an overwhelming response from youngsters, music enthusiasts, and families
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Rawalpindi intensifies Basant crackdown
Over 120 cases registered, more than 160 arrested
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No convictions in 663 child abuse cases in 2025
Nearly 1,000 suspects nominated; dozens of cases dismissed
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Food prices surge ahead of Ramazan
Producers, middlemen restrict supplies to inflate rates
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IMF review mission arrives on 25th
IMF will also be briefed on privatisation efforts, including developments related to PIA
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Kartarpura Sehri Bazaar lights up ahead of Ramazan
Historic market dazzles with new illuminations and soaring prices
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Iqbal to attend BD PM's oath taking
Iqbal will travel to Dhaka and represent the Government and people of Pakistan at the event
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Pakistan urges inclusive political transition in Syria
Welcoming SDF-Govt agreement, envoy to UN calls for stability and Kurdish rights protection
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Gold surge signals dollar's wobbly reign
Central banks accelerate gold purchases amid waning confidence in greenback, as analysts predict rally will continue t
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Reimagining our economy in the AI age
FIR disruptions, shifting trade rules demand a China-linked, innovation-driven growth reset
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IT exports poised to hit $5b mark
New momentum not an isolated spike but part of sustained upward trend
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Is Pakistan's Islamic banking truly Islamic?
Profitability, public faith and the unresolved question of Riba
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What Bangladesh-US deal reveals about trade politics
Pakistan's trade could be disrupted if Bangladesh increasingly sources cotton from US to qualify for tariff concessio
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Pakistan's tax system at a crossroads
Challenge not merely about tax rates, but about design, trust & governance
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Cost of commuting rises as government hikes fuel prices
Revised prices come into effect immediately for next fortnight
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Saudi investment invited for motorway
Pakistan keen on public-private tie-ups to modernise transport sector
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PSX sheds 2.5% on weak earnings, Reko Diq
KSE-100 slips below 180,000 as weekly losses deepen on volatility
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600MHz spectrum auction next month
Auction to expand mobile internet capacity, LCCI launches online membership portal
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Court orders action against E&P firms for law violation
Companies face charges of unauthorised change in corporate control
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P2M uptake slow in major markets
Traders seek clearer policy, incentives as SBP reports 4.3m QR transactions
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S&P up slightly as tech dips
Equities had started the session strong after data showed US consumer prices increased less than expected in January
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Startup valuations cross $4b, outpacing peers
Report flags capital bottleneck as ecosystem grows to 170 VC-backed firms without a unicorn
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PM to announce construction relief plan
FinMin says next priority is industrialisation to spur economic growth
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Australia pledges $2.7b for nuclear submarine shipyard
Albanese described the AUD3.9 billion as a down payment to deliver the new shipyard in Osborne
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Israeli strikes kill 12 in Palestine
Al-Shifa and Nasser hospitals confirmed they had received the bodies of at least seven people
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Iran signals flexibility ahead of Geneva round of N-talks
Offers compromises on uranium stockpile in exchange for sanctions relief
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Carnival tribute to Brazil's Lula in Rio sparks political backlash
Opposition figures argue the precautions show the government knows the tribute crosses legal lines
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Israeli cabinet approves West Bank land registration, Palestinians condemn 'de-facto annexation'
Netanyahu says US deal with Iran must dismantle nuclear sites, not just halt enrichment process
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Trump tells Hamas to proceed with 'full and immediate' disarmament
He says thousands of personnel to support stabilisation and local police for Gaza peace
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Australia pledges $2.7b to progress nuclear submarine shipyard build
US must benefit economically for durable deal, Ghanbari told Fars news agency in negotiations talks
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India accused of using legal process as punishment
Human Rights Foundation urges UN to declare Kashmiri journalist's detention since 2023 unlawful
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Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US
Deputy FM Majid Takht-Ravanchi said initial talks moved positively but it was too early to judge outcomes
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11 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes amid ceasefire violation claims
Israel terms strikes 'precise' response to Hamas crossing demarcation line, both sides accuse other of violating truce
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Carnival tribute to Brazil's Lula in Rio sparks political backlash
Samba school homage draws opposition lawsuits
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Obama deplores lack of shame after Trump’s racist monkey clip
Former president condemns 'clown show' politics and cruelty
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Taiwan FM says China ‘real threat’ after Munich remarks
China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, a view the government in Taipei rejects
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Rubio to visit eastern Europe, bolster ties with pro-Trump leaders
US secretary of state to meet Slovakia, Hungary leaders amid their Russia ties and clashes with EU
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‘Execution was missing’: Agha reflects on Pakistan’s defeat to India
Captain says batters faltered as well, urging the team to regroup quickly and focus on a swift turnaround
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Pakistan make unique record in high-stakes clash against India
Pakistan's six-spinner gamble backfires as India win by 61 runs
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Sanjay Manjrekar calls India’s ‘no-handshake’ stance ‘silly’
Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar calls India’s ‘no-handshake’ stance ‘silly’
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T20 World Cup: India bowl out Pakistan to seal 61-run victory
India 175/7 after Green Shirts chose to bowl; Pakistan bowled out for 114 in Colombo
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Still no handshake between Pakistan, India before T20 World Cup clash
India did not shake hands with Pakistan in any of their matches at Asia Cup in Dubai last year, including the final
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From Swat's fairways to the world stage: The rise of Saad Habib Malik
In a cricket-obsessed country, a 19-year-old is building his path in competitive golf
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Banton at home in first World Cup
He carried England to victory against Scotland
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Flick calls for Barcelona reaction
They were thrashed by Atletico in Copa del Ray
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Hamza Roman, Abubakar Talha claim ITF J60 Nairobi doubles crown
Pakistan duo defeats top seeds in thrilling three-set final 4-6, 6-3, 11-9
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Pak climber Mir Abu Zar Faiz sets national speed record
He recorded an all-time fastest national speed climbing time of 5.73 seconds
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Last-gasp Zielinski effort keeps Inter at Serie A summit
He struck a dramatic 90th-minute winner to help his side move eight points clear
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Vinicius bags brace as Real Madrid take Liga lead, end Sociedad run
The 4-1 win helped Los Blancos move two points clear of champions Barcelona
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Liverpool beat Brighton, Man City oust Beckham's Salford from FA Cup
Salah converted his 252nd goal for the Reds from the penalty spot
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Fritz to face Shelton for ATP Dallas Open title
Both players will be chasing another tour title in a high-stakes showdown
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Kane brace helps Bayern widen gap atop Bundesliga
The German giants delivered a commanding 3–0 victory over Werder Bremen to restore their six-point advantage































































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