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Cold weather brings dengue season to an end
Hospitals discharge all dengue cases as campaign formally concludes
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Traffic e-challan system becomes operational today
The fine will be issued automatically and sent to the violator's home address
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Foreign boards funnel billions out of Pakistan annually
Educationists say dependence on foreign boards push local academic systems to the brink
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Two held in UNDP delegation fraud scam
The inquiry revealed the involvement of two suspects from Bahawalnagar
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Parents welcome crackdown on costly school items
CCP issues show-cause notices to 17 major private schools for selling logo-branded items at inflated prices
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When poetry speaks
Urdu poetry has always lived through the human voice. Its power lies not just in what is said, but in how it sounds
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Suicide Terrorism: then and now
An analysis of suicide terrorism in Pakistan, from its inception in 2002 through its peak and eventual decline.
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Takaichi invents a China crisis
Takaichi’s Taiwan doctrine edges Japan into a volatile new conflict zone
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COP 30 ends with promises on paper, heat on the planet
The world’s largest emitters stayed away, leaving rising emissions and vulnerable populations to bear the cost
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Viewing Middle East through four lenses
The future of Middle East is the only future of any region that is predictable
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Rafales, Tejas and us
Reactions to different crashes from Pakistanis, Indians tell a story that encapsulates the complicated relatioship
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Broken windows effect
Visible signs of disorder create more disorder and small, unchecked crimes lead to bigger ones
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Wasteful billions
Tens of thousands of incidents are reported each year and around a dozen types of snakes are poisonous
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Faisalabad factory blast
Commercial establishments, even those that pose serious danger, continue to operate in residential neighbourhoods
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Behave or perish
It is a foregone conclusion that trade and terrorism cannot go hand in hand
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Capture and corruption
Societies that count on collective strength from their people reap inclusive benefits for all
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Global Climate Pact passed without any mention of fossil fuels
The EU dropped fossil-fuel language after Saudi Arabia and others opposed any mention of a transition
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Punjab revises school admissions policy, updates syllabus and textbooks for 2026
New academic year to commence on April 1, 2026, with free textbooks in govt schools to be distributed from April 5
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Dumper Association chief Liaquat Mehsud denied bail in Karachi rioting, firing case
Court cites evidence of firing and acts aimed at spreading terror in Nov 3 incident
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K-P facing deep crisis due to PTI's incompetence: Sikandar Sherpao
QWP leader says provincial govt's focus is only on Imran Khan’s release and protest politics
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22 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza despite ceasefire
Israeli blasts hit homes and sites in eastern Rafah and Khan Younis, causing casualties in the yellow zone
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K-P becomes first province to introduce digital payments law
Initiative taken to encourage small, informal businesses to enter formal economy without fear of immediate taxation
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Faster internet, improved connectivity for users as new submarine cable lands in Pakistan
Offering more than 100 Tbps of total capacity, SEA-ME-WE 6 will provide one of the lowest-latency routes
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Chinese experts gather to explore space science development
Conference to host 50 sessions on space science, exploration, optics, materials and innovation
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“Raising a child is not an easy task,” says actor Sanam Saeed
UNICEF launches ‘Bachpan Bemisaal’ series with Bilal Maqsood
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Road crash, roof collapse claim eleven lives in K-P
Deadly Hiace-car collision on Karak–Indus Highway leaves six dead, nine injured; five die in Nowshera roof collapse
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PPP, PML-N reaffirm support for Sarfraz Bugti amid in-house change rumours in Balochistan
Swirling speculation emerged after claims that President Zardari expressed reservations over Bugti's performance
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Pakistan lose to Nepal after a brave fight in blind women's T20 cricket World Cup
India defeated Australia by nine wickets to book their place in the final
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Macron warns G20 is “at risk” as bloc struggles with global crises
G20 in South Africa adopts climate declaration without US input, a move Washington calls shameful
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New Zealand sweep West Indies ODI series
The hosts eased to 162-6 off 30.2 overs in the third ODI at Hamilton
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Eight terrorists killed during Bannu IBO: ISPR
President Asif Zardari, PM Shehbaz praised and saluted the courage of the security forces for successful operation
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Pakistan outclass Sri Lanka by seven wickets in the third T20 of the tri-series
Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten 80 helped Green Shirts successfully chase the target of 129 runs
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Washington State resident dies in first confirmed H5N5 bird flu case
Older adult from Grays Harbor with health issues dies; owned backyard flock of mixed domestic birds
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Head stars as Australia thrash England
The left-hander smashed a 69-ball century chasing 201 in Ashes Opener
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South Africa 247-6 after India's Kuldeep takes three
Tristan Stubbs missed out a well-deserved half-century by a run
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Master Paints reach main SQ Seagold Polo Cup final
HK Polo qualify for subsidiary final of the event
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Pakistan, EU pledge to deepen trade and investment ties via GSP plus scheme during Brussels talks
Dialogue also offered an opportunity to exchange views on regional, global developments, including South Asia, says FO
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Italy edge into Davis Cup final
They played an epic tie-break to beat Belgium 2-0
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F1 championship leader Norris grabs 'stressful' Las Vegas pole
He clocked a fastest time of one minute 47.934 seconds in treacherous conditions
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Curiosity cultivates change in attitudes at T20 World Cup for blind women
Sri Lanka and India are co-hosting the inaugural event
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Lawyers, police clash outside SHC during protest against 27th Amendment
Officers' uniforms torn amid intense sloganeering; Bar assures action against those involved in violence
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E-challan system for traffic violations goes live in Rawalpindi
Automated ticketing linked to Safe City Command, Control Centre; over 2,000 cameras to monitor violations
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PM Shehbaz Sharif approves committee for the 2026 South Asian Games
The multi-discipline event is scheduled to take place in January 2026
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Special Olympics Winter Games winners' achievements celebrated in Islamabad
To encourage the players, the Pakistan Sports Board and Special Olympics distributed cash awards
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Federal government removes restrictions on gold trade
Federal Cabinet approves reinstatement of key trade regulations
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Pakistan defeat Sri Lanka A to reach the Asia Cup Rising Stars final
Shaheens will now face Bangladesh A in the final of the tournament on Sunday
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Stokes leads England's fightback
Australian captain Starc took seven as 19 wickets fall in Ashes
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Norris on top at Las Vegas GP practice
The track action was halted as a precautionary measure with 20 minutes to run
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Palmer's Chelsea return delayed
He broke his toe in home accident
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Nortje returns to South Africa T20 squad
They will play India in a five-match series
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K-P hospitals overwhelmed amid seasonal influenza surge
Health department sends suspected H3N2 'super flu' samples to Islamabad as pediatric wards face severe overcrowding
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PTI seeks extension in nomination papers deadline for Islamabad LG polls
Request follows Islamabad declaring a public holiday on Dec 26 ahead of UAE President’s visit
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Fauji Fertilizer board approves joining Arif Habib-led consortium
Decision to become part of new PIA managemnt was made at a meeting held on Wednesday
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Achakzai, Senator Nasir Abbas given mandate for talks, protest: K-P CM
PTI leader Asad Qaiser calls for observing 'Black Day' on February 8
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34 arrested, including 15 foreigners, in Karachi cyber fraud crackdown
More than 10,000 foreign SIM cards, six illegal gateway exchange setups recovered from suspects
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Pakistan, ADB sign $730m deals for power transmission, SOE reforms
Agreements cover a $330m Second Power Transmission project and $400m Accelerating SOE Transformation programme
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Security forces kill 10 terrorists, including kharji ringleader, in K-P, Balochistan operations: ISPR
According to ISPR, eight terrorists were killed in Kalat, while two were neutralised in Dera Ismail Khan IBO
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SIMs must be registered in user's own name, PTA cautions
The authority warned that using SIMs registered to others violates regulations and could result in action
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Ex-PM Imran Khan aide Shahzad Akbar injured in UK attack
The assailant repeatedly punched Akbar in the face, leaving him with broken nose and fractured jaw
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Nine children injured after drone hits madrassa in KP’s Tank district
Police probe source as protest paused after talks with district officials
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Christmas celebrated across Pakistan amid tight security
Churches hold prayers as leaders send messages and cities mark the occasion
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Pakistan observes 149th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam
Gun salutes, prayers held nationwide as leaders reaffirm commitment to faith, unity and discipline
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Xmas: PM and President extend greetings to Christian community
Shehbaz says Christmas conveys a universal message of love, peace, tolerance, and goodwill for all humanity
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'Judges are bound to protect Constitution'
Ex-CJP Saqib Nisar says freedom of expression is essential for the rule of law to prevail
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Army pledges zero tolerance for terrorism, political interference
CDF chairs 273rd Corps Commanders' Conference, describes national unity, security as sacrosanct, lauds special up
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Early gains evaporate as PSX succumbs to late selling
KSE-100 index drops 243 points, with no fresh catalysts to support momentum
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Pakistan to establish Wheat Stock Management Company to settle PASSCO’s Rs527 billion liabilities
Provinces urged to settle Passco dues by December 2025 or face direct deductions at source
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Pakistan focuses on export investments, mobilises $11 billion in MoUs with China
Since last year, B2B conferences, roadshows in China have led to 300 MoUs, 25 JVs
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Pakistan seeks Brazil aid for livestock exports
Food minister proposes joint working group on meat, dairy and SPS systems
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Pakistan, Korea look to boost chemical trade
PCDMA, Korean officials discuss boosting commerce, investments
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Investors tread cautiously in rollover week
KSE-100 index slips 130 points as bourse awaits results of PIA bidding
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Pakistan Railways eyes Rs100 billion target as revenue surge continues in FY26
Rs50b expected in H1 as accidents decrease, stations upgraded & land recovered
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ECC approves spectrum auction plan
Finance minister links deal to faster, cheaper digital growth
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BOI minister lays stress on export-driven economic strategy
Says Pakistan can adopt Lithuania's successful growth model
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Yields rise, stocks increase on US GDP data
S&P 500 up slightly; yen gains, traders on alert to intervention risk; European shares hit record high
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Gold up Rs8,500, silver extends record rally
Boom pushes yellow metal to new peak at Rs470,862/tola; globally white metal breaches $70 an ounce
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PSX lacks direction as investors weigh rollover week
KSE-100 index slips 130 points amid subdued trading ahead of 75% PIA stake bidding
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SBP urged to rethink banking for high-tech growth
Economist calls for cash flow lending, equity finance as economies shift to intangible capital
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ECC proposes uniform tariff to wipe out debt
Emphasises need for developing road map, bringing efficiency to power sector
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Indonesia signs FTA with Russian-led Eurasian Union
Union will grant Indonesia preferential rates for 90.5% of its total tariff lines
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In pictures: Christmas celebrated around the world
From solemn worship to festive street scenes, communities mark the holiday in diverse cultural styles
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Zelensky says new 20-point plan could freeze front line, create demilitarised zones
Zelensky concedes some points in plan he dislikes as Kyiv moves away from US-backed peace proposal with Russia
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Woman in UK-Pakistan crime ring jailed after £8.5m heroin haul found at home
Bradford woman Sidra Nousheen is sentenced to 21 years for conspiring to import heroin from Pakistan
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Pakistan shifts from stabilisation to export-led growth, says finance minister
Aurangzeb says reforms, easing inflation and stronger balances are restoring investor confidence
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Trump lavishes praise on CDF Munir
Trump highlights role in averting war between Pakistan, India, announces new US Navy warship class in his name
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Sequestered Suu Kyi overshadows Myanmar election
Suu Kyi's reputation abroad is heavily tarnished over her government's handling of the Rohingya crisis
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Yemen's parties to exchange prisoners
Yemen's Houthi rebels agreed to prisoner swap involving nearly 3,000
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Bangladesh-India ties hit new low
Dhaka lodges fresh protest with Delhi
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Ukraine retreats in east
There has been no sign of an imminent breakthrough in the diplomatic push
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Venezuela passes law to jail backers of US oil blockade
More than 100 people have been killed
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Libyan army chief of staff dies in plane crash after departure from Ankara
Crash came a day after Turkey extended its parliamentary mandate for troops in Libya by two years.
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New Epstein files reference Trump, including flights on late friend’s private jet
Trump flew on Epstein's private jet more times than reported, new DOJ documents reveal
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Bangladesh summons Indian envoy as protest erupts in New Delhi
Garment worker lynched Dec 18 over blasphemy; seven arrested amid rising anti-India sentiment
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Greta Thunberg arrested at pro-Palestinian protest in London
Thunberg was arrested under the Terrorism Act for holding a sign backing Palestine Action
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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









































































































