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Pakistani cinemas shutting down at an alarming rate
Forty per cent of screens have shut down since the Bollywood ban
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Written in the stars
A guide to makeup by your sun sign
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Trade war to sap growth in Canada, Mexico, US
Economic slowdown will cost US larger than tariffs are supposed to generate: OECD
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IMF review conclusion props up stocks
Index rises 663 points, aided by tax target revision and higher oil prices
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EFS amendments feared to harm apparel sector
Exporters urge FBR to act against misuse of facility instead of penalising SMEs
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Govt, World Bank discuss $20b growth plan
Finance minister stresses fiscal, trade, and health reforms for sustainable development
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Mineral wealth stands at $8tr
Govt engages investors to extract reserves, plans conference for next month
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Minister urges port's role in boosting trade
The PQA chairman briefed the minister on ongoing projects.
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Top-listed firms paid Rs1.22tr in taxes in 2024
KSE-100 companies contributions rise 2.2% in CY24 accounting for nearly quarter direct tax collection
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PM to unveil relief steps for industries soon
Plans afoot to bring new bankruptcy law to help struggling industries recover
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Gold rises to fresh peak at Rs314,800 per tola
Bullion takes cue from global developments; rupee gains 4 paisa to 280.17 against dollar
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LSM growth contracts by 1.8%
Chances of recovery stay slim as high interest, import controls stifle growth
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Digital currency: regulating Pakatan's FinTech future
Cryptocurrency adoption in Pakistan is rooted in harsh economic realities.
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Seismic shift in US foreign policy
Trump's unilateral foreign policy actions also include withdrawing from World Health Organization
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Gen X and Gen Z in conversation
Gen X and Gen Z have much to learn from each other
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Dug-up Karachi
The ongoing transport infrastructure projects in Karachi are the notable cases in point.
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Education emergency
This figure is not just an indictment of the education system but also a violation of fundamental rights.
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Anti-govt drive
The rising incidents of terrorism in K-P and Balochistan.
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Message in a bottle
Globally, microplastic pollution has become a major topic of concern and worry among public health experts.
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Mortal Kombat 2 Teases Epic Showdown with Shao Kahn and Johnny Cage
Mortal Kombat 2 stills reveal Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn, and Adeline Rudolph as Kitana.
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Modi makes debut on Truth Social, highlights friendship with Trump in first post
Truth Social, owned by Trump Media and linked to former US President Trump, launched on Monday with PM Modi’s debut.
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Taylor Swift’s casual outfit on date with Travis Kelce sparks debate among fans
Taylor Swift’s casual date night look with Travis Kelce sparks debate, with fans torn between chic and tacky.
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Violence erupts in India's Nagpur amid controversy over Aurangzeb's tomb
In response, police used cane charges and tear gas to control the situation, resulting in the injuries of four people.
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Harvard announces free tuition for students from families earning up to $200,000
Harvard will provide free tuition for students from families earning $200k or less, expanding financial aid in 2025.
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Harvard to provide free tuition for families earning under $200k annually
Harvard’s new move, starting in 2025-26, aims to make the institution more affordable and accessible to more students
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Trump warns Iran over Houthi attacks on US, foreign ships in Red Sea
The US struck the Houthis in response to their repeated attacks on Red Sea shipping, threatening vital trade routes
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Researchers warn of rising heart disease risk due to hot weather in coming decades
The study found that 7.3% of Australia's cardiovascular disease burden from 2003-2018 was linked to extreme heat
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PM discusses investment opportunities with Afiniti CEO
Shehbaz Sharif says he is overseeing programmes to equip Pakistan’s youth with IT, AI, and advanced tech skills.
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Actress Maryam Nafees blessed with baby boy
The actress and her husband, filmmaker Aman Ahmed, also posted heartwarming pictures holding their newborn.
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Pollution: A global concern
Pakistan’s high ranking in IQAir is deeply concerning
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Ford develops petrol-inspired fragrance for car enthusiasts
Petrol ranked higher than wine and cheese in terms of what people would miss when making the shift to electric cars.
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Modi claims Trump has clear roadmap for second term
Modi and Trump agreed to resolve tariff disputes, aiming for $500B trade by 2030 with a deal segment by fall 2025
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Syria to receive 2.5b euros in EU aid to support post-war recovery
Syria’s 14-year civil war has killed hundreds of thousands, displaced millions; EU pledges 2.5 billion euros in aid
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Pakistan-Afghan jirgas agree on ceasefire, reopening of Torkham border
The joint meeting led to an agreement to temporarily halt controversial construction on the Afghan side of the border.
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Brooke Warne launches new cooking channel
Late cricketing legend, Shane Warne's Daughter celebrates her new YouTube channel, sharing cooking videos.
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Naseer Soomro, Pakistan's tallest man, dies after prolonged illness
Standing at 7 feet 9 inches, Soomro had been suffering from a lung disease for several months
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Boxing set to make Olympic comeback in Los Angeles 2028
The IOC will vote on boxing’s inclusion in LA 2028 this week, with approval expected due to the sport's popularity
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Jenna Ortega teases Wednesday season 3 as season 2 nears completion
Jenna Ortega reveals that writers are brainstorming ideas for Wednesday season 3 while season 2 is in post-production.
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Decade-old ordnance explodes in Syrian port city, killing at least 16
White Helmets recovered 16 bodies, including 5 women, 5 children, after explosion in Latakia building; 18 injured
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Finance ministry refutes reports on Aurangzeb’s salaries, pensions statement
Ministry says finmin did not mention any revision of pay scales or salary increases for govt employees in his speech.
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Stranger Things season 5 trailer release could arrive sooner than expected
A viral fan theory suggests the Stranger Things season 5 trailer may drop on March 22, Will Byers' birthday.
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Second large oil, gas reserves discovered in Waziristan
MPCL informed PSX that new hydrocarbon reserves have been found in the Spin Wam-1 well, located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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PTI decides to attend Parliamentary National Security Committee meeting
PTI has submitted a list of 14 names to National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq
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Gold prices soar to record high locally, internationally
In local markets, the 24-carat gold rate per tola increased by 1,100 rupees to hit a new record of 314,800 rupees
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Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise spotted together again, just a month after last sighting amid rumors
Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas were seen together in London again, continuing their close friendship with casual outings.
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Maitland Ward attributes her career shift for newfound respect
Maitland Ward discusses how her shift from Hollywood to adult films brought her more respect and empowerment.
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Will government employees get a pay and pension hike in the next budget?
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirms response in writing to the National Assembly.
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Rs200 prize bond winners for March 2025 draw announced
The National Savings Centre announced the winners of the Rs200 prize bond draw, held in Faisalabad on March 17, 2025.
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World Sleep Day 2025: MoltyFoam and Sleep Research Foundation unveil ground-breaking sleep study
The findings aim to raise awareness, change behaviour, and improve sleep quality across the country.
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The White Lotus star Jason Isaacs reflects on drug addiction, admits he 'liked not being himself' while celebrating 25 years sober
Isaacs, known for his roles in Harry Potter and The White Lotus, opens up about his battle with drug addiction.
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Pakistan pulls off ‘deal of the century’
• PM, US & Iran presidents sign ‘Islamabad MoU’ • Traffic flows through Hormuz as accord takes effect
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Senate pushes relief for salaried class, taxes on wealthy
Forwards 123 proposals on budget to NA
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Bilawal rejects street agitation, calls for dialogue
PPP chairman links Kashmir unrest to national cohesion
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New Delhi rattled by Brussels water event
Pakistan accuses India of efforts to derail debate on transboundary water governance
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US-Iran deal shifts to crucial next phase
Technical talks set to begin in Switzerland
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Massoud's inclusion in EU talks angers Taliban
Europe pushes ahead with Afghan migrant return plans
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SC seeks replies in Imran access case
Court asks jail and officials to respond over meeting curbs
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Jailed PTI leaders urge PM to pursue a 'Charter of Pakistan'
Say country's crisis political, constitutional as much as economic
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8.6 million children trapped in labour
NCHR report urges urgent policy action as over 6.6m engaged in hazardous work
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NA body defers PIA tax exemption
Committee gives govt option to either withdraw concessions or extend to all airlines
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Forex reserves rise to $22.7b
Rupee steady at 278.27 while gold drops Rs2,300/tola on hawkish Fed signals, ceasefire
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Foreign firms take home $2b in profits
Repatriation rises 8.66% to $2.0007b as UK, China top list; power sector leads outflows
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Pakistan, Iran fast-track border SEZ
Both sides renew $10b trade target as US sanctions expected to ease
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Rs419b uplift projects recommended to ECNEC
CDWP approves Rs16.9b schemes, power sector modernisation, urban land systems among key initiatives
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Industry urges targeted policy over tariff model
Experts warn 15% compression without energy, credit, logistics reforms may backfire
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PSX surges 887 points as oil slides
KSE-100 crosses 181,400 as US-Iran peace hopes fuel bull run
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'Uncertain monsoon threatens agriculture'
PIDE dialogue calls for proactive climate risk management
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PSX hits fresh recent highs with 887-point
Benchmark climbs to 181,398 on geopolitical easing, on oil relief
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Gold, silver prices decline in Pakistan as global rates fall
Price of gold per tola falls by Rs2,300 to Rs452,936 in local market
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Sindh's green push continues despite cuts
Solar, waste-to-energy projects power FY27 agenda
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Sindh eyes Rs450b in sales tax
Bets on services tax to drive Rs690b provincial revenue in fiscal 2026-27
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ADB approves $700m loan for Pakistan insurance reforms
Program will support development of capital markets, private pension products
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Vance warns Israel against criticising deal
Asks Israeli cabinet to ‘wake up and smell the reality’
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Ukraine sets Moscow refinery ablaze
Carries out biggest attack in years
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US VP JD Vance warns Israeli critics over Iran deal: Trump is your only ally
Condemns Israeli strikes on Beirut, saying civilian harm that disrupts Iran peace talks is unacceptable
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Death toll from Israeli fire in Gaza since ceasefire passes 1,000
Israeli strike on Gaza City vehicle kills three as violence persists despite renewed truce efforts
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US Fed holds interest rate steady at 3.5%-3.75%, flags persistent inflation risks
FOMC ends two-day meeting, all 12 members vote to keep current US monetary policy unchanged
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Israel issues new Lebanon occupation map, in talks with US over deployment
Israel rejects calls to withdraw from south Lebanon after March invasion; strikes kill thousands, displacing many
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US has lifted blockade on all maritime traffic entering, exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas: CENTCOM
Says US Navy will remain in the general area to ensure all aspects of US-Iran agreement are adhered to, obeyed
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UAE sets minimum social media age at 15, mandates age checks
Social media companies will have up to 12 months to comply with the new regulations
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Ukraine brings the war to Moscow as huge blasts shake refinery
Huge disc-shaped lid of oil storage tank launched into sky like frisbee
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Hegseth announces review of US troops in Europe, scorns some allies
Says US review of NATO force posture will last six months, with Congress consultations included
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Iran’s state television says Hormuz passage ‘still requires coordination’ with Tehran
Three Saudi-flagged supertankers carrying 6 million barrels of crude sails through
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Wallaby Slipper set for shock comeback
The 37-year-old eyeing a fifth Rugby World Cup
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Veteran cricket journalist Qamar Ahmed passes away at 88
Ahmed, who covered hundreds of Tests and ODIs, dies in Karachi as cricket world mourns his passing
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Injured Neymar not travelling with Brazil squad for Haiti match
The 34-year-old was seen doing drills with the squad
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Mandhana stars as India rout of Netherlands
Mandhana and Verma put on 115 for the first wicket
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Ronaldo fails to shine as DR Congo earn World Cup point
Yoane Wissa's header cancelled out Joao Neves's early goal
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Danilo backs Brazil to get over World Cup 'fright'
They drew 1-1 against Morocco in the opener
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Blundell, Phillips lead NZ recovery
The Black Caps were 291-7 at stumps against England
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Sana's heroics in vain as South Africa edge Pakistan
They clinched a two-wicket victory at Edgbaston
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No.1 Scheffler chases US Open win
A field of 156 players tees off Thursday at the 7,440-yard Long Island layout
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Mexico, Korea eye World Cup knockout
The Mexican side eased past South Africa in the opening fixture
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Kane stars as England beat Croatia
Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also scored in 4-2 victory
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Sana's heroics in vain as South Africa edge Pakistan
They clinched a two-wicket victory at Edgbaston
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Blundell, Phillips lead New Zealand recovery
The Black Caps were 291-7 at stumps against England
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NZ on brink of Women's T20 World Cup exit
The White Ferns suffered a surprise defeat against Sri Lanka
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Amorim takes charge of ailing AC Milan
He will be paid a net annual salary of 3.5 million euros










































































































