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Govt plans firewall against agency harassment
SAPM unveils industrial reforms, urges protection for legitimate businesses, and outlines new policies
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PSX sheds nearly 4,000 points
Benchmark KSE-100 index posts 3.3% loss as global tariff war roils markets
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M-12 motorway cost swells six times to Rs71b
Cost escalation triggered by delay in land purchase and high inflation
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Experts aim to formalise informal economy
ILO, SMEDA host key meeting with auto parts makers, propose incentives and reforms for SMEs
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IT, minerals to become game changers
FinMin points to growing global interest in Pakistan, efforts to remove barriers
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Police foil attack on Shangla check post
DPO escapes unhurt with his team in IED attack
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PDMA issues heatwave alert for K-P
It also advises farmers to manage water properly for crops
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Minerals Bill to be passed 'after approval from Imran'
Minister says K-P has been left alone in war on terror
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PHC dismisses petition against KMU fees
The petitioners were students of Khyber Medical University and affiliated medical and dental colleges
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BNP-M refuses to end Mastung sit-in
Rahila Durrani says delegation had met Akhtar Mengal but failed to convince him
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HBL PSL X: Karachi Kings create new T20 history with record-breaking run chase
Kings are the first-ever team in T20 history to do so, as they chased down a mammoth 235-run target against Sultans.
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Gaza faces famine as 60,000 children go hungry amid supply cuts: UN
The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 50,900, with most victims being women and children, say Palestinian authorities.
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‘A new equilibrium’: Ahsan Iqbal calls for reshaping Pakistan-US ties
Ahsan Iqbal underlined longstanding Pakistan-US relationship, calling it 'a key pillar' of Pakistan’s foreign policy.
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Khloé Kardashian reacts to Lamar Odom’s doll reveal during Kardashians finale
Khloé Kardashian calls Lamar Odom’s doll "weird and gross" during emotional finale of The Kardashians Season 6.
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WhatsApp rolls out group chat indicators, document scanning, and more
WhatsApp adds highlight-only group alerts and event creation in chats, with RSVP options and guest invites
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Exam papers leak across Sindh as cheating plagues matric exams
Exam papers and answers were leaked and shared on social media during ongoing matric exams in various cities of Sindh.
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Iran and US hold 'productive' nuclear talks in Oman, more set for next week
Saturday's US-Iran talks were indirect, with Oman mediating and relaying messages between separate delegations
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Sushmita Sen backs Fawad Khan’s return to Bollywood
Art, sports have no borders. Creative work flourishes in free environment, should be no restrictions on it: Sushmita
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Heatwave strikes Sindh, strong winds expected in Karachi
From today, rural Sindh districts, including Dadu and Hyderabad, will see temperatures 6-8°C above normal
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HBL PSL X: Multan Sultans donate to Palestine with every six and wicket
Multan Sultans pledge Rs100,000 to Palestine Children Relief Fund for every six and wicket in PSL X.
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Eight Pakistani workers killed in attack in southeast Iran
Unidentified assailants stormed a workshop in Iran’s Mehrestan district at night, killing eight Pakistani workers.
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Flights canceled, millions ordered to stay indoors as severe winds batter China
Cold vortex from Mongolia brings record-breaking winds to Beijing, toppling trees and crushing vehicles; avoid travel
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Babar Azam registers unwanted record in PSL
The record came during Zalmi’s match against Quetta Gladiators, where Babar was dismissed for duck by Mohammad Amir
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Bilawal Bhutto re-elected as chairman of Pakistan People’s Party
Elections, conducted in accordance with PPP's constitution, finalised key leadership positions for next four years.
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Israeli forces encircle Rafah as offensive in Gaza intensifies
Israel said its troops began seizing the Morag Axis, a former settlement area between Rafah and Khan Younis
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Smartphones, electronics, semiconductors exempted from Trump’s China tariffs
The exemptions apply to products facing a 145% tariff under Trump’s “reciprocal” trade policy targeting China.
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WhatsApp services disrupted worldwide, including Pakistan
The issue was widely reported on social media, where users expressed frustration over the disruption
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Benson Boone performs with Brian May at Coachella and announces new album American Heart
Benson Boone stuns Coachella crowd with Brian May duet on Bohemian Rhapsody and reveals new album American Heart.
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Maryam Nawaz announces AI university in Lahore, urges focus on girls' education
At Antalya Forum 2025, Maryam Nawaz called for renewed global commitment to advancing girls' education
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HBL PSL X: Rizwan’s ton in vain as Kings stun Sultans with thrilling chase
Rizwan’s ton powers Multan Sultans to 234/3, but Vince’s 42-ball century leads Karachi Kings to victory.
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No summer Hajj for next 16 years, Saudi Arabia announces
From 2026, Hajj will shift to spring and winter as the Islamic lunar calendar moves earlier by 10 days each year.
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Webb telescope reveals alien planet died in fiery plunge toward its star
Webb telescope reveals planet's death was different than thought, showing it plunged into star after orbit decay
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Punjab to allow private companies to deduct income tax from staff salaries
The bill is now set to be presented in a formal session of the Punjab Assembly for final approval
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This simple road mistake may lead to Dh10,000 penalty in UAE
In Jan 2024, 44,000 caught jaywalking in Dubai; 8 killed. Authorities warn it's a major risk on high-speed roads
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China to set up donkey farms in Pakistan for meat exports
Under proposed plan, China's donkey industry would be permitted to establish farms in Gwadar Export Processing Zone.
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"I never desired to be a mother": Sheema Kermani on not having children
Sheema Kermani reminds us: empowerment is choosing your own path, not society’s.
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Gold price surges in Pakistan, sets new record
Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trajectory, hitting a new all-time high in the local market.
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Major pop culture moments from this week you might have missed
This week was wild!
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IT, Mineral sectors to be game changers for Pakistan’s economy: Finance Minister
Aurangzeb vows to resolve business issues, backs investor trust, and highlights inflation drop from 22% to 12%
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Lana Del Rey pushes back album release, reveals title has changed
But we’re still ready when she is.
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CLEAR MEN teams with Peshawar Zalmi for PSL X to clean bold dandruff
To boost men's self-confidence, the campaign highlights the importance of scalp health
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Rescue operation underway after roof collapse traps at least eight children in Lahore
Edhi and Rescue 1122 launch operation after a roof collapse traps children near Qurban School in Lahore
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Punjab aims to run 5,000 electric buses over the next five years
At least 189 new buses ready for launch, another 488 buses expected to arrive from China later this month
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Bilawal calls for int'l convention against 'weaponisation of waterways', says it threatens global peace
Says India's violation of treaty a challenge to international law, global peace and the rights of downstream states
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Senate opposition leader files privilege motion against Barakahu SHO, seeks action over 'rude' conduct
Says actions of SHO, accompanying police officers amounted to 'gross act of disrespect towards member of the Senate'
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Pakistan urges UNSC to press Israel on settlements in occupied Palestinian territory
Says SC must compel Israel to quickly cease all settlement, which constitute flagrant violation of international law
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'We are talking about our lifeline, not a treaty', Tarar says at IWT seminar
Warns that 'any attempt to divert or stop Pakistan's water will be met decisively'
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Terrorists must not be called by any other name, says Tarar
Calls out a report by Turkish public broadcaster on recent terrorist attack on a Rangers facility in Karachi
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AJK court freezes PTI registration relief
Full court to take up party's application on July 2
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Minister challenges AGP report on railway losses
Abbasi says revenues top Rs115b; announces outsourcing of schools and hospitals
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AJK unveils record Rs286b budget
Rs36b earmarked for development as education, health receive major boost
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PM stresses innovation-led agriculture growth
Shehbaz orders early formulation of comprehensive National Agriculture Policy
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SC returns Imran appeal against IHC order
Registrar raises objection, says remedy lies before FCC
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UN must blacklist global terror threat BLA
'BLA does not represent Balochistan. It weaponises Balochistan's deprivation'
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Dialogue only solution to AJK crisis: JI chief
Hafiz Naeem urges govt to avoid use of force in the region
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New era as PIA passes into private hands
Arif Habib Consortium takes over national carrier
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Investor optimism powers PSX to 1,887-point surge
Improving investor sentiment sparks broad-based buying, lifting KSE-100 index more than 1%
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Gold falls in global, local markets as silver prices rise
Price of gold per tola also declines by Rs4,100
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Yen sinks to 39-year low of 162 against dollar amid US rate concerns
Currency weakens to level last seen in 1986, while risk of intervention limits further losses
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Inflation may ease to 11.5% in June
IIS warns core inflation remains firm at 8.9%; reinforces cautious monetary policy stance
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Oil falls as investors focus on potential Iran-US talks in Doha
Brent August crude futures, which expire on Tuesday, are down 0.9%, or 64 cents, at $72.51 a barrel
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PSX dips 1,156 points as early rally fizzles out
Fragile US-Iran ceasefire, high crude prices dampen investor sentiment
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Pakistan launches urgent LNG tender
Strait of Hormuz tensions force spot market purchase; delivery scheduled between Tuesday-Saturday
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Govt, exporters discuss tax regime, trade schemes
Meeting underlines need for facilitative measures, improving ease of doing business
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Apparel sector joins global green drive
Stakeholders say outdated estate rules may slow investment, exports
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SBP repays $1.3b in external debt
Total forex reserves stand at $21.5b; gold drops amid US-Iran tensions
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Govt defends PARCO appointments
AGP flags non-production of records as Petroleum Division cites expertise
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High receivables weigh on gas utility
SNGPL conveys to govt its inability to retire bank loans of Rs50 billion
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SECP approves 10 IPOs in first half of 2026
Nine companies raise over Rs20b; LSE SPAC-II book building scheduled
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Arif Habib Consortium takes over PIA management as govt formally completes privatisation process
PIA says the transition marks 'bold new chapter of modernisation and global excellence' for the national flag carrier
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Gaza death toll rises to over 73,000 as Israeli attacks kill 8 more Palestinians
Health ministry says 26 more wounded over past 24 hours as victims remain trapped under rubble, on roads
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Fact check: Viral video of Norwegian footballer Haaland getting startled by his reflection is doctored
The fake video accumulated more than 50 million views
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US envoy Witkoff and Kushner will be in Qatar, no meeting with Iran, Qatari official says
Responsibility for Hormuz demining primarily with Iran: Oman FM
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US leads global CO2 emissions increase in 2025, report finds
US coal consumption jumped 10% last year, reversing a shift towards cleaner fuels
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Lebanese president, army chief discuss troops' role after framework agreement with Israel
Joseph Aoun reviews security situation with Rodolphe Haykal, reaffirms confidence in armed forces amid criticism
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US and Iran negotiators head to Doha, but meeting uncertain
Progress has been halting, with each side accusing the other of violating agreed terms
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A year after USAID shutdown, Americans still back foreign development aid, poll shows
Nearly all Americans overestimated by far how much Washington spent on such programs
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Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to fire Fed's Cook but expands presidential powers
No other president since the central bank's founding in 1913 had sought to oust a Fed governor
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Israel preparing settlement plan targeting 100 sites in West Bank
Palestinian official warns proposal would accelerate Israeli annexation
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China restricts light aircraft flights after Beijing tower crash: report
Last Friday, pilot was killed, and 13 were wounded after small plane crashed into one of Beijing's tallest skyscrapers
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Fact check: Spain has not barred people from setting air conditioners below 27°C amid heatwave
Viral screenshot is from 2022, when decision was taken to conserve energy amid Russia-Ukraine war
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US, Iran head to Doha for de-escalation talks
Trump confirms high-level meeting in Qatari capital White House says Witkoff and Kushner to join talks Tehran denie
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Ancelotti hopes to see more of Neymar
He has ?been working his way back to fitness from a calf injury
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West Indies beat Sri Lanka in first Test
Kemar Roach reached 300 Test wickets
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Martinelli sends Brazil into World Cup last 16
He scored a 95th-minute winner to beat Japan 2-1
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Serena Williams blasts drug test rules
She will play her first singles match since 2022
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Stokes to retire from international cricket
He helped England win 2019 World Cup with an unbeaten 84 in the final
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Masood Khan sets 808km ultra-marathon record
He completes high-altitude mountain run to Skardu in nine days
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Canada reach World Cup last 16
Eustaquio scored in stoppage time to secure the win
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South Korea demands change after World Cup exit
Their early exit prompted coach Hong to quit
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Russell wins Austrian Grand Prix
Antonelli claims third behind Red Bull’s Verstappen
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Messi scores again as Argentina head into last 32
They will play the knockout match with Cape Verde
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Who Should Be Appointed Captain?
The team’s recent poor performances are unacceptable and must be corrected quickly
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South Korea's 'dismal' World Cup ends in group phase
They suffered a shocking loss to lower-ranked South Africa
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Colombia, Portugal through to last 32
They settled for a goalless draw in their last group fixture
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DR Congo advance but Iran out
Austria and Algeria dash Iran’s hopes for the last 32














































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