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Punjab cracks down on tax defaulters
Excise & Taxation Department to hold both defaulters, underperforming officers accountable
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Despite Ramazan, SPI records 1.97% YoY decline
However, weekly inflation rises 0.22% as commodity prices fluctuate
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PM hopes for resolution of Rs400b tax cases
Underlines need for drawing investment, lessening reliance on loans to secure brighter future
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Govt forms crypto council
Moves to adopt blockchain technology, despite delays in legalising digital currencies
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EU envoy calls on FinMin
Explores avenues for European businesses in Pakistan
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Pakistan, Finland to strengthen economic ties
Move towards expanding cooperation in green finance, technology, and trade to foster sustainable growth
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DISCOs request tariff reduction of 30 paisa per unit
NEPRA sets public hearing on Feb fuel charges revision for March 26
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PM orders release of stuck containers
Directs ports to remain open on Sundays on LCCI's appeal to ease supply chain disruptions
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Gold skyrockets to Rs314,000/ tola
Prices hit historic peak at $3,000/ounce on trade tensions, geopolitical unrest
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Trump’s ‘real’ laugh in resurfaced ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ clip stuns the internet
A resurfaced "Celebrity Apprentice" clip shows Trump’s rare, genuine laugh, leaving social media stunned.
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Saagar Shaikh praises Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy
Deli Boys' actor opened up to designer HSY
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'Sanam Teri Kasam' in UK cinemas again
Success marks a first for India
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Water' made waves, just not in India
John Abraham recalls film's reception
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End of era for Donatella Versace
Designer relinquishes control of brand after almost 30 years
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De Niro dons double role in 'The Alto Knights'
Mob film is set in 1950s New York
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Cinemas should lower prices: Abu Aleeha
Director believes screening Indian films isn't enough
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Palestine's gift to literature: Five books that dare to remember and retell against rampant erasure
‘The Book of Disappearance’, Ibtisam Azem’s International Book Prize Longlist contender, shines a literary light
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Saif dismisses Khwaja Asif's terrorist resettlement charge
He reminded Khawaja Asif that, as Defense Minister, his responsibility extends beyond just the borders of Islamabad
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K-P launches integrated IT portal
New system to ensure financial discipline and improve service delivery
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Eight arrested for illegal logging in Mansehra
The arrests follow an inquiry revealing a staggering loss of Rs29 million to the national exchequer
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K-P to compensate heirs of deceased patients
Heirs of Sehat Card patients to receive up to Rs1m in compensation
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K-P, Balochistan 'new battleground' in the US-China war
A clear and effective strategy is needed regarding terrorism and separatist movements.
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Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan swap bodies again in 'Freakier Friday'
Disney drops the first trailer for 'Freakier Friday,' reuniting Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan after 22 years.
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Another US-China Shanghai Communiqué needed?
The original communiqué succeeded because both sides recognised their limits.
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Canary trap
We should have known something was awry a long time ago.
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Wakhan Corridor can act as a shield against terrorism
Pakistan's involvement in Afghanistan's wars has left it grappling with dire consequences.
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Enter ZAB Jr
The only son of Murtaza Bhutto, who had left Pakistan to settle abroad, has declared entering politics.
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Sweet profiteering
.The government's earlier justification for exporting sugar was price stabilisation.
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Solar puzzle
This decorum is not only puzzling but highly unrealistic
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Ramazan: more expensive, less holy
Just across the borders India and Iran take steps to ensure affordability during Ramazan.
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Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone’s memorial service announced
Family, friends, and fans gather in Georgia and South Carolina to honor R&B icon Angie Stone, who passed away at 63.
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Pride & Prejudice returns to theaters for 20th anniversary celebration
The beloved 2005 adaptation of Pride & Prejudice starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen returns to theaters.
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UNSC condemns terrorist attack on Jaffar Express, calls for accountability
UNSC President Christina Markus expressed condolences to victims' families and wished a speedy recovery to the injured
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Punjab police arrest suicide bomber linked to TTP in Lahore
The arrested bomber has been identified as Hafiz Shams, a resident of Balochistan, who is linked to the TTP.
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Kanye West slams Kendrick Lamar’s features on Playboi Carti’s album MUSIC
Kanye West criticizes Kendrick Lamar’s features on Playboi Carti’s album, despite producing one of the tracks.
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Dr Mehmet Oz grilled during US Senate hearing on nomination to lead CMS
Oz's nomination faces scrutiny over tax filings and support for privatized Medicare
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Gold Medalist breaks silence on Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron controversy
Kim Soo Hyun’s agency denies dating Kim Sae Ron as a minor, refuting claims while her mother prepares to speak out.
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Who is Aamir Khan's new partner, Gauri Spratt?
Aamir Khan, 60, reveals he has known Gauri for 25 years and they've been in a relationship for the last 18 months.
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China, Russia urge end to US sanctions on Iran amid nuclear deal talks
The US withdrew from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) in 2018, escalating tensions over Tehran's nuclear activities
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Saudi Arabia restores Al-Fas'h mosque: A reminder of the Battle of Uhud
The mosque holds special place in the Islamic tradition, with many believing that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) prayed here.
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Sharon Stone on Another Simple Favor: 'I Loved Being Cast and Removed'
Sharon Stone claims she was unexpectedly removed from Another Simple Favor, source denies she was ever cast.
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Holi celebrated with blast of colours across Sindh
Hindu Community shares joys in the festival marking spring, victory of good over evil.
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Three new ministers sworn in after expansion of federal cabinet
The new ministers sworn in include Syed Imran Ahmed Shah, Shizra Mansab Ali, and Armaghan Subhani.
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Golden Temple attack: Five injured as Indian man assaults devotees with iron rod
The attacker, identified as Zulfan from Haryana, was overpowered by people and arrested along with an accomplice.
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Mark Carney sworn in as Canadian PM amid growing tensions with US
Mark Carney, former Bank of Canada and Bank of England governor, was elected Liberal Party leader on March 9
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Cholera outbreak in Ethiopia claims 31 lives, infections surpass 1,500
South Sudan, facing instability and poverty, declared a cholera epidemic in October 2023
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AirAsia launches direct Karachi-Kuala Lumpur flights
Airline offers discounted flights from Malaysia to Karachi starting May 30, operating four times a week.
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Playboi Carti clears up rumors about Kanye West and SZA involvement in Music album
Despite rumors, Playboi Carti confirms Kanye West and SZA are not featured on his album Music, clearing up confusion.
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Pakistan launches crypto council to regulate blockchain, digital assets
The council will be led by Finance Minister Aurangzeb with board members from key financial and legal bodies.
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Hindus, Muslims show solidarity during Holi, Ramadan in Thar
This year, the Hindu festival of Holi and the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan is being observed together.
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Fact-check: Viral Indian defence ministry document about Operation Sindoor 2.0 is AI-generated
Visual discrepancies and grammatical errors emerge as Indian government agency also debunks the document
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HRCP demands judicial inquiry into young girl's killing by Punjab CCD
Federal Constitutional Court urged to take suo motu notice of case
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PM orders immediate fuel price relief for consumers on falling global prices: petroleum minister
Says a high-level committee has also been formed to devise a formula for petroleum products
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PM Shehbaz assures Pezeshkian of Pakistan's continued support in next phase of negotiations with US
Says Islamabad will stand by Iran as a brotherly and neighbouring country in all areas
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Bilawal urges restraint amid AJK protests, defends constitutional consensus on key national issues
PPP chairman also calls criticism of BISP ‘shameful’, says programme vital for economy
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FM Dar warns India's water projects aim to establish 'hydro-hegemony'
Says 17 Indian projects could drastically alter the Indus river system
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JI to hold nationwide protests against inflation, petroleum levy on June 19
Calls for complete abolition of petroleum levy and reductions in diesel and electricity prices
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Turkish, Bahrain, Canadian FMs praise Pakistan’s role in US-Iran peace deal
MoU also carries signatures of US President Donald Trump, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
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£190m case: IHC orders Imran, Bushra meeting with their lawyers within seven days
CJ Dogar directs NAB's special prosecutor to ensure that power of attorney documents completed and facilitated
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Capital launches first-ever ‘Mehfooz Muharram’ app for digital security monitoring
Application will provide live location, image-sharing feature to help authorities respond quickly to security concerns
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PM Shehbaz signs 'Islamabad MoU' as mediator between US and Iran
Memorandum also carries signatures of US President Donald Trump, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
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Pakistan reaffirms support for electric vehicle manufacturing, localisation plans
Plans to develop charging infrastructure and train Pakistani engineers and technicians
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PML-N finalises 90% AJK election tickets
Sources say tickets for six seats have been kept pending
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NEPRA moved to raise tariff under FCA
CPPA seeks Rs0.82 per unit hike; regulator to hear petition on 30th
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Senate panel finalises Finance Bill review
Committee examine proposed amendments to key statutes, including Customs Act, Sales Tax Act, Income Tax Ordinance
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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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Oil falls to 3-1/2-month low after US, Iran sign ceasefire deal
Brent crude futures are down $2.14, or 2.69%, at $77.41 a barrel
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Oil rises 1% on US-Iran deal doubts
Trump says that MoU with Iran not final, and that he could resume a bombing campaign if Iran did not 'behave'
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Footwear sector opposes Third Schedule inclusion
Says budget move will discourage documentation, put pressure on labour-intensive sector
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PSX ends nearly flat after record rally
KSE-100 index adds 118 points in volatile session as investors seek clarity
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DISCOs introduce simplified electricity bills
Energy ministry calls it step towards consumer-centric reforms
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IT exports hit record at $4.18b
Growth attributed to Pakistan's youth; 99% of skilled workforce in IT consists of young people
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Oil, gas production falls short of target in FY26
Local coal beats expectations with output of 21.15 million tonnes
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New model to shield taxpayers from harassment
Faceless system to be launched in Oct to create blind between taxpayers and taxmen
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Current account surplus shrinks
Trade deficit widens as economic recovery lifts imports
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PSX ends flat after record rally
KSE-100 adds 118 points in a volatile session as investors seek clarity on all fronts
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Tech exports hit record $4.2b as current account returns to surplus
Adviser to Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad says country posts a $459m current account surplus in May
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Israeli settlers torch two West Bank mosques
Incident comes during period of increased attacks against Palestinians
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Pentagon restores US Pacific Command
Removes ‘Indo’ from title, says decision reflects command’s long history and military heritage in Pacific region
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Israeli settlers torch two West Bank mosques: Palestinian officials
Israel's military confirms the arson and graffiti on the mosques
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Trump says Iran accord to be signed 'shortly', 'maybe' Thursday or Friday
Defends US-Iran deal, says he does not want an economic catastrophe triggered by continued Middle East war
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Clinton says Netanyahu is 'obsessed' with Iran, Saudi normalisation
Says issue of attacking Iran was a recurring topic
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Pentagon restores US Pacific Command name after removing 'Indo' from title
says decision reflects command's long history and military heritage in Pacific region
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China offers humanitarian aid to Iran, Lebanon as warring sides move to end war
Says as good friend of Middle Eastern countries, China will continue to provide support
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Exhibit honoring Muhammad Ali Jinnah opens in Istanbul
'The Founding Memory of a Nation' exhibition marks the 150th anniversary of Jinnah's birth
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'Turkiye-Qatar-Pakistan axis is worrying,' says Israeli cabinet minister
'We are witnessing the rise of a new axis,' says Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli amid Netanyahu criticism
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Netanyahu, Israel's arch-survivor, set to face voter fury over Iran deal
Domestic critics say Netanyahu focused security away from the Gaza border and disregarded Hamas as a real threat
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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde
The 2010 world champions were unable to find a breakthrough against the underdogs
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US Open practice begins in Shinnecock
Scottie Scheffler is seeking a career Grand Slam
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Crystal Palace appoint Sage as manager
He agreed a three-year contract with the Premier League club
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England ready to take final step: Saka
They reached the World Cup quarter-finals in Qatar
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Uruguay frustrated by dogged Saudi Arabia in World Cup draw
Both teams settled with a 1-1 draw
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Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener
Goals from Rezaeian and Mohebbi secured a point for Iran
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Knicks owner Dolan gets some relief
The NBA title was secured by the New York Knicks on Saturday
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Serena to play doubles with sister Venus at Wimbledon
She will play at Wimbledon for the first time since 2022
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Klopp criticised for Nagelsmann jibe
The former Liverpool coach was critical of Nagelsmann'sstarting line-up
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Iran head coach says team was ordered to leave US just after World Cup opener
Iranian national team head coach says his team is 'most repressed team in the whole World Cup'
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World Cup teams blast UEFA chief
A group of 13 World Cup teams complained about uninteresting matches
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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde
The 2010 world champions were unable to find a breakthrough against the underdogs
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Ghana coach enters record books at his fifth World Cup in row
Queiroz is hailed in his native Portugal as a trendsetter
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Iran team arrive in US for World Cup opener as the two nations reach peace deal
Coach says team hopes to bring joy to Iranians everywhere
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Blood sport at the White House
Justin Gaethje stunned Ilia Topuria to take the lightweight championship










































































































