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Oil reignites double-digit inflation
Composition shifts from food to energy, with 65% of monthly price hike
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Kuwait to use Pakistani ships for fuel supply
Iran clears way for 20 cargoes; vessels will bring diesel and jet fuel
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Gold surges to Rs476,000 amid US-Iran tensions
Safe-haven asset soars Rs3,900 per tola; rupee inches up to 279.16/$
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IMF seeks Rs15.6tr tax target
Govt resists as Fund proposes ending exemptions on fuel, housing and solar users
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Russell Brand's rape trial pushed to October
Comedian, actor faces much-publicised litigation on multiple sexual assault charges
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Development of 'Harry Potter' Season 2 gets underway
HBO aims to avoid long gap between seasons of popular series
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Spotify takes major step towards tackling misattributed music
Rolls out new 'Artist Profile Protection' feature to give musicians greater control over their identity
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Khuzdar by-election deferred over security
ECP postpones NA-256 vote at Balochistan govt request
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Gas pipeline blown up in Quetta
Blast occurred in the Akhtarabad area near the Western Bypass
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Gas supply disrupted in Balochistan as terrorists blow up pipeline in Harnai
Terrorists planted and detonated explosives beneath the pipeline near the western bypass
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Israel passes law mandating death penalty for Palestinian prisoners
Critics say bill targets West Bank Palestinians, pushing military courts to impose death penalty
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Independence - bestowal or blunder
Poverty festers like an open wound
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Ceremonial local governments
Even in developed world, empowered local governments wield immense economic power and fiscal authority
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No man's sea
In December 2025, Israel formally recognised Somaliland – self-governed state since 1991 without a UN seat
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Climate readiness
Climate risks intensify in Pakistan, with weak urban planning, poor readiness deepening vulnerability
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Poverty surge
Poverty surges to alarming levels as inflation, inequality, weak growth erode Pakistan’s economic stability
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Fence-mending move
Four-nation talks show promise, but ceasefire hopes hinge on trust, diplomacy, wider stakeholder consensus
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The storyteller's contribution
Tracy Kidder, American narrative journalist, told powerful stories of change in schools, Haiti’s TB wards, and Boston
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Indian govt planning false flag operation using Pakistani prisoners: sources
Hundreds of Pakistanis, including Kashmiris, in Indian custody may face forced exploitation against Pakistan
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3m Indian officials to begin counting world’s biggest population
Decade-long population survey to begin April 1; citizens can register online for a short window
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Lahore Qalandars imposes Rs1m fine on Shaheen Afridi for security protocol breach
Franchise appreciates security personnel's efforts for their crucial role in maintaining safe and secure environment
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NASA set for first crewed moon return in over half a century
Three US, one Canadian astronaut set for 10-day Orion mission, venturing deeper into space
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UK not 'getting dragged' into Middle East conflict, PM Starmer reiterates
Starmer says he will act in national interest, avoid Middle East war, and protect living standards
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What could Trump achieve by threatening Iran’s Kharg Island?
Trump warns failure to reach deal could see US 'obliterate' Iran’s key oil export hub
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Pakistani ships to transport diesel, jet fuel from Kuwait via Strait of Hormuz
Development takes place after a meeting between petroleum minister and Kuwait’s ambassador in Islamabad
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Iran war 'shock' is dimming outlook for many economies, IMF says
IMF says war from Feb 28 strikes causing global asymmetric shock, tightening financial conditions
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Body of Karachi man martyred in Israeli missile attack on Iran still awaits repatriation
Yasir went to Iran on a work visa, died in a missile strike on a tugboat at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port
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Widespread rain, thunderstorms expected across country from April 1: PMD
A westerly wave is expected to approach southwestern parts of Balochistan on April 1 and persist until April 4
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Bab al-Mandeb Strait: Iran war places another vital shipping route at risk
Experts warn that sustained disruption of the strait could ripple through oil markets and infrastructure
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Diesel stocks present for 23–24 days with petrol availability 'comfortable', fuel price committee told
Crude oil stocks currently provide around 11 days of cover
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China urges US-Iran talks as soon as possible, praises Pakistan mediation
Says it supports mediation and stands ready to work with Pakistan and others to end hostility
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Gaza death toll from Israeli onslaught nears 72,300
Health ministry says at least 704 people killed and over 1,900 injured by Israeli forces since ceasefire
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PCB fines Naseem Shah Rs20m for violating contract over social media post
Says his social media adviser has already been terminated
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PMDC seeks explanation over filming patients during procedure at Lahore’s Lady Willingdon Hospital
Issues formal notices to hospital administration and doctors allegedly involved in recording and sharing video
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India’s JioStar terminates Bangladesh IPL cricket broadcast deal, letter shows
JioStar says local partners have defaulted on payments
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EU council chief reaffirms support for Pakistan's Mideast peace efforts in call with PM Shehbaz
Premier shares latest developments on Pakistan's mediation efforts to de-escalate crisis with Antonio Costa
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Punjab announces resumption of school classes from April 1
Provincial govt rubbishes alleged notification falsely stating schools would adopt 'four-day working week'
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Labuschagne backs team to improve in PSL 11
The Hyderabad Kingsmen captain reflects on first PSL experience
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Fakhar Zaman charged with ball-tampering in PSL match
The batter was caught playing with the ball during Karachi clash
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Tudor tenure ends in turmoil
The Croatian's departure leaves Spurs sitting precariously in 17th place
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Sonam Kapoor welcomes second child in heartfelt social media post
'Welcome to the world, my little one, you are already so deeply loved,' says Anil Kapoor
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Italy hoping to scale World Cup 'Everest' ahead of Bosnia play-off showdown
Both sides aim to end a 12-year finals absence
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France beat Colombia in friendly
Doue hits brace, Thuram adds another in 3-1 win
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Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement
The four-time champion questions his place in the sport amid ongoing struggles
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Sinner overpowers Lehecka to win Miami Open
He beats Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to complete “Sunshine Double” without dropping a set
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In Canada's far north, some fret PM Carney's military plan overlooks everyday needs
Indigenous leaders warn Arctic militarisation may ignore urgent socioeconomic needs
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Dadu court acquits all accused in Ume Rubab Chandio's family murder case
Rubab says her spirits are high and she will challenge the verdict
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FM Dar to visit China for talks on regional tensions tomorrow
FO says two countries maintain close coordination, regular consultations on regional and international issues
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Families relive distressing phone calls
Pirates still hold vessel off Somali coast
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Govt relaxes rules for 25kW solar users
Nepra abolishes licensing requirement for small-scale users
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UN, Iran laud Dar's diplomacy efforts
Dar received a call today from Guterres, during which they discussed the latest regional developments
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PM vows stronger EU investment ties
Shehbaz discusses ME situation with NZ counterpart
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'Outspoken' trio of IHC judges transferred
JCP moves three judges to provincial HCs Kayani, Sattar, Imtiaz transferred out of IHC CJP Afridi objects fails
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Pakistan still central to Iran-US diplomacy
Islamabad's role deepens as talks move offstage
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Gulf dynamics shift as UAE exits OPEC
Abu Dhabi's exit over national strategy rattles cartel unity
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Pakistan tests Fateh-II missile system
Army Rocket Force conducts training launch: ISPR
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LHC splits verdict in May 9 appeals
Court frees Pahat, denies relief to Chaudhry and Rasheed
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23,000 HIV patients untraceable: minister
84,000 registered; govt denies fresh outbreaks
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Army hits Taliban posts in Chaman
Retaliation under Ghazab Lil Haq continues
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Stocks swing, oil edges up with Iran war peace talks stalled
Brent is above the level it hit before the two sides announced a ceasefire at the start of April
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Aurangzeb pitches 4% growth to EU
EIB returns to Pakistan after decade with 160m loans for housing, water projects
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Oil pares gains but stays firm
Brent crude futures for June climbed $2.93, or 2.7%, to $111.16 a barrel at 1532 GMT
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SBP raises Rs512b amid strong demand
Rejects large bids for PIB auction; gold down Rs8,900/tola
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MoU opens Norwegian ships to Pakistani seafarers
Minister says deal opens avenues for employment, aligns local certifications with international standards
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Rate hike undermines investor confidence
KSE-100 loses 1,085 points on worries higher borrowing costs may hit corporate profits
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SECP approves ETF reform roadmap
AMCs to offer ETFs directly, revenue-sharing with brokers for distribution
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Oil shock, falling investment threaten growth outlook
Economists warn GDP growth can fall to 1.8%, markedly lower than pre-conflict estimate of 3.2%
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Crypto could raise remittances to $50b, says ECAP chairman
PCC-led reforms to formalise cryptocurrency; digital licensing may cut crypto costs to 1%
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DISCOs slammed for revenue-based outages
Power firms caution if such load-shedding is stopped, circular debt will go up by Rs500b
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IMF okays 60% cut in gas levy
Technical tweak to slash industrial fuel costs, tied to grid electricity demand
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UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in huge blow to global oil producers' group
The stunning loss of the longstanding OPEC member could create disarray and weaken the group
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Oil prices trim gains after UAE exits OPEC, OPEC+
Brent crude rises $3.37 to $111.60, marking a seventh straight day of gains and highest since April 7
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PSX sheds over 1,000 points amid cautious trading following policy rate hike
Overall trading volume increased to 1.1 billion shares from Monday’s total of 780.2 million
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Gold prices see sharp decline globally, locally
The price of gold per tola reached Rs485,062 in local market
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Trump to put his picture in US passports
State Dept says it will offer limited-edition passport to mark 250th anniversary of US Declaration of Independence
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Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
Wants nuclear issues dealt with from outset
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King Charles promotes US-UK unity
Delivers rare speech in Congress amid Iran tensions
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Trump approval sinks to new low
34% of Americans approve of Trump's performance in the White House
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Israeli strikes leave five dead in Gaza
Israeli military said it had targeted an individual who posed a threat to Israeli troops
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UK MPs block Mandelson inquiry
Prime minister has resisted pressure to quit over the matter
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GCC mulls response to Iranian strikes
Summit in Saudi Arabia aims to craft response
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Indonesia train crash toll tops 15
Collision between a commuter train and a long-distance train happened late on Monday in Bekasi
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EU seeks to close loopholes allowing rapists to walk free
Parliament backs consent-based definition of rape
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US conditions for paying UN dues include China curbs
US mission to the United Nations did not immediately respond to a request for comment
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Musk says it's not ok to 'loot a charity'
Takes the stand in OpenAI trial
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US imposes sanctions on 35 individuals, entities for aiding Iran's sanctions evasions
US financial system to conduct dollar-denominated transactions and procure US goods
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Babar ton powers Zalmi into PSL final
Captain's 57-ball century leads 70-run win over Islamabad United
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Trump approval sinks to new low as war with Iran drives cost-of-living concerns
Poll shows 34% approve of Trump, down from 36% in April 15-20 Reuters/Ipsos survey
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UK parliament votes against inquiry into PM Starmer over Mandelson
Parliament considers probe of Starmer’s statements on case, with committee to assess whether PM misled if approved
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Sinner reaches Madrid quarter-finals
He defeated Norrie 6-2 7-5 on Tuesday
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Iranian Vafaei capable of great things: Trump
He beat Trump 13-12 to secure a place in the quarter-finals
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Rybakina crashes out of Madrid Open
She fell to a shock 7-6 (10/8), 6-4 defeat by Anastasia Potapova
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Vancouver hosts FIFA congress
The biggest World Cup in history will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico
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JP Morgan becomes Olympics sponsor
The US banking giant agreed a deal till 2030 winter games
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Stones announces Man City exit
The defender joined City from Everton in 2016
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Climbers open Everest route past dangerous ice block
A team of highly skilled mountaineers began fixing ropes and ladders on Everest
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Babar Azam’s 57-ball hundred sends Zalmi into PSL final
Zalmi post 221 on the back of Babar ton, bowl out Islamabad United for 151 to win by 70 runs
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Man Utd beat Brentford to close on UCL berth
Casemiro scored in 2-1 victory
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Atletico face Arsenal challenge in UCL
Diego Simeone’s men have never won Europe's premier competition
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Sinner motors on in Madrid
He is eyeing to win five Masters 1000 tournaments in a row
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PM Shehbaz approves spectators' presence for HBL PSL playoff matches: Naqvi
Encourages fans to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption
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Toulouse fall to first home defeat for a year
They still have a 12-point cushion over their closest challengers Pau
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Kane propelling Bayern to glory
They will face PSG in the Champions League semifinal
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Houston Rockets thrash LA Lakers
Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs return



























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