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Ramazan inflation lifts home ventures
Rising grocery prices, power bills drive informal kitchen businesses across Karachi
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US eyes investment in IT, mining, energy
The ministry said American interest was conveyed in ICT, mining, minerals and energy
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Exploration firm faces case over governance
Shareholder opposes major change in corporate control, says decisions place business at risk
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Costly essentials hit common man hard
LCCI demands immediate measures to curb inflation as prices jump 1.16%
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Wheat price fixed at Rs3,500 per 40kg
Centre rules out wheat crisis, orders provinces to prevent flour price hikes during Ramazan
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Panda bond plan hits a snag
Land issues at Jinnah Medical Complex and guarantor objections delay $250m debt
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Nintendo announces launch of Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen games
Both to arrive digitally on Switch and Switch 2 on February 27
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Star Trek's William Shatner unveils metal album
Former Captain Kirk releases 'Boldly headbang' as he goes where few 94-year-olds have gone before
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Hira Mani urges fans to 'hold on to faith amid despair'
Actor shares spiritual message of hope at advent of holy month of Ramazan
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London Fashion Week sees new trend of size diversity on runway
Brazilian-born designer Karoline Vitto presents models ranging from XS to fuller, curvy ones
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Falak Shabbir releases Ramazan kalam 'Allah Hu'
Pakistani singer-songwriter describes new spiritual track as 'heartfelt expression of faith'
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What the 'Year of the Horse' means for romance
Astrologers reveal unexpected sparks for every zodiac sign of Lunar New Year 2026
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Gaza conflict continues to cast shadow over Berlin Film Festival
This year's edition has been marked by heated debate over Israel's atrocities in Palestinian territory
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Govt official killed during robbery
Deceased, Muhammad Adeeb, was a government employee returning home on leave on the night of February 20
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Stamp duty on property transfer waived
Case examined whether Punjab government could levy stamp duty on merger schemes sanctioned by the courts or the SECP
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Traders protest alleged tyre slashing by admin
Over 10 vehicles had tyres damaged during enforcement drive in Abbottabad market
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Two convicted in property row killing
According to the court record, the incident occurred in July 2023 in the Chontra area
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Punjab ends number plate requirement
Officers may only verify whether a number plate is affixed in the prescribed manner
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RDA officer refuses to work under 'junior'
Rana Shoaib Khan, a senior officer holding additional charge of deputy director finance
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Cattle market gets govt's nod
Citizens oppose permanent setup in residential area
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STPP announces 'Karachi is Sindh' rally
Party announced holding of public meeting in Karachi after Eidul Fitr
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Govt backs digital push to revive Sindhi among youth
Culture minister said government is going to support digital platforms to reconnect Sindh's youth with mother language
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Muggers loot over half a million within two hours
Six armed muggers on three motorcycles robbed two milk shops two hours in brazen daylight robbery spree in Orangi Town
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Sindh launches real-time digital birth registration
Pilot project ensures newborns are instantly registered via NADRA's Birth Notification Tool
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'Endless' traffic gridlock in Ramazan
JI Karachi chief termed gridlock product of "criminal negligence and incompetence" by Sindh govt, relevant authorities
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Owner sent on remand in Soldier Bazaar case
Building owner remanded for seven days in connection with roof collapse that claimed 15 lives
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Man alleges brutal police torture, extortion attempt
Victim alleges that officers of Shaheen Force extorted him at checkpoint, threatened him with staged encounter
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Man killed, buried by in-laws
Suspects allegedly killed him, buried his body in a pit after digging a grave
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Ordinances bypass legislative rules
With Punjab govt passing almost a dozen ordinances, critics believe spirit of legislature is at risk
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Woman alleges gang rape, kidney theft
Complainant realized the severity of the situation only after her health deteriorated
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Plea filed against 'lapses' in fire safety enforcement
83% of ambulances operated by Rescue 1122 have exceeded their operational lifespan
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Govt's price-control efforts fall flat
No respite for consumers in Lahore markets as food prices spike
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Constable killed in siblings' scuffle
Fahim Marwat of Masti Khel tribe, sustained severe injuries in clash
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Three bodies found in Balochistan
Body was recovered and taken to the hospital, where it was identified as Jehanzeb son of Muhammad Esa
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Man pays dearly for recording viral video of tribal cricket star
Many young people and social activists condemned the abduction as unacceptable vigilantism
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Lack of vaccine causes hardships for travelers
Shortage at District Health Office forces residents to seek supplies from other provinces
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Iran — means and end debate
No regional consensus exists for war with Iran
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Punjab's Gulfstream blunder
Gulfstream excess exposes governance failure
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The fragile fabric of Pakistani unity
Civic Islam and decentralisation offer a way forward
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Childhood cancer
Delayed diagnosis costs thousands of young lives each year
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Population data gap
NADRA’s tech success overshadowed by massive birth record backlog
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War concerns
Rising naval deployments heighten fears of a Middle East flashpoint
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Future in Pakistan
Moral choices feel futile in a system rigged for power
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The taps run dry in Balochistan
Overpopulation and dropping water table increase water stress and food insecurity across the province
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Love, control and gothic shadows
As a morality tale, The Gavel and the Lotus turns an intimate gaze on how justice is defined, enacted and withheld
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NASA chief rules out March launch of moon mission over technical issues
Isaacman says NASA team shares public disappointment over delayed moon mission launch
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The dark humour of life in Karachi
Iqbal Khursheed portrays oppressed lives through irony and dark humour, creating characters that linger in memory
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Too many twists spoil the plot
Despite two knockout actors, His & Hers is a frustrating thriller with too many twists and turns
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The worsening state of our air
Unsafe air quality remains consistent across several cities and gap between monitoring and action is alarmingly wide
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Iran's envoy says any future US talks to be held only in Pakistan
Ambassador cites Islamabad’s neutrality after hosting highest-level talks since 1979
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Turkiye on last leg of 3-nation tour
Expected to meet President Erdoğan and other leaders on sidelines of Fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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Pakistan working on nuclear 'breakthrough' as CDF Munir meets Iran's Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf
CDF Munir likely to visit to Washington, DC, after trip to Tehran, Pakistan government sources say
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Pakistan says Iran-US 'agreement is reachable'
Foreign Office said talks continue, no deal reached yet, but process remains intact and ongoing
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Saudi Arabia announces $8b support to Pakistan amid UAE debt repayment
Riyadh says move aims to support Pakistan’s economy and strengthen resilience
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NA panel takes alarm at Taunsa HIV cases, seeks detailed briefing
Committee also expresses concern over reported deaths, including suicide cases, in medical colleges
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Power minister apologises as LNG shock plunges country into severe load-shedding
Says shortfall is created once demand exceeds 16,500MW, adds peak demand reached up to 20,000MW in past 15 days
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Pakistan Navy successfully conducts test of indigenously developed anti-ship missile
President, PM, CDF, and services chiefs commend participating units and scientists on achieving this milestone
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AJK police arrest suspected Raw agent in Rawalakot
Police chief says suspect was recording videos and taking photographs of sensitive installations
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PM Shehbaz expresses solidarity with Qatari emir, urges de-escalation, dialogue for regional peace
Both review bilateral relations, reaffirm commitment to strengthen cooperation in areas including security, defence
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Man rescued alive after 16 days trapped under landslide in K-P
The survivor identified as Abdul Wahab was pulled from the debris after an extended search operation
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Pakistan, Turkiye commando exercise Jinnah-XIII concludes in Ankara, Isparta
ISPR says primary aim of exercise was to refine drills, procedures, techniques related to counterterrorism operations
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Punjab moves to cut stamp duty on property transactions from 3% to 1%
Transactions completed within 12 months, stamp duty set at 1%, while transactions beyond 12 months subject to 2%
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IMF MD appreciates Pakistan’s reform progress and macro stability
FinMin holds series of high-level meetings, multilateral engagements at IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings 2026
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PM Shehbaz lauds Saudi economic backing, highlights strong defence partnership
Premier expresses appreciation of its patience in Mideast conflict, briefs Saudi leadership on peace efforts
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Gold, silver prices move up in Pakistan tracking global trends
The US dollar falls to its lowest level in six weeks, making greenback-denominated commodities
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Pakistan receives $2bn from Saudi Arabia: SBP
FinMin confirms financial bailout, aimed at helping the country meet its external financing needs
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EU warns against investment delay
Adidas among 20 firms to visit Islamabad; envoy flags child rights issue
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Port infrastructure upgrades underway
Berths reach depth of 15.5 metres to accommodate larger vessels
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$3b Saudi support fuels robust PSX rally
KSE-100 adds nearly 2,900 points over growing investor interest
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Minister woos foreign investors
Discusses with Italian, Danish envoys concerns over tariff classification
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Customs gives directives for smooth salt export
Authorities direct that practice of declaring exports under general trade codes be discontinued
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AI Seekho launched with Rs2.5m prize pool
Google, Telenor partner with govt as schools introduce AI curriculum, 1,000 scholarships planned by 2030
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Climate funds ignore vulnerable
ADB adviser calls for Provincial Finance Commission, shift to pre-arranged support
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OGDC hits record oil, gas discovery in Kohat
Well now contributes approximately 10% of Pakistan's total crude oil production
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ME crisis sparks significant supply shocks
Aurangzeb says govt assessing second, third-round effects of crisis on economic indicators
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SBP replaces 2018 crypto ban with new VASP rules
Banks may open accounts for licensed virtual asset firms under strict AML compliance
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Retailers claim Rs100b loss from early closure
Caution decline in activity may reduce tax collection by Rs25b per week
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Govt weighs spot LNG as Iran war hits supply, ramps up domestic oil and gas
Says the government considers buying liquefied natural gas on the spot market to offset supply disruptions
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SBP opens formal banking to licensed virtual asset service providers
PVARA chairman terms it a foundational step in bringing virtual assets into the formal financial system of Pakistan
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Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel
Invites Israeli PM and Lebanon’s president to White House, calling it first meaningful talks between two countries
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Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world
Slams leaders who use religious language to justify wars, urges 'decisive change of course'
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Iran-US talks turn to interim deal amid rifts over nuclear work, Iranian sources say
A senior Iranian official said gaps narrowed, including over managing the Strait of Hormuz route
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Russian strikes kill 17 across Ukraine in worst attack this year
Fires burn in parts of capital with firefighters working to control multiple blazes
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EU working on jet fuel plan as US-Iran crisis threatens air travel
EU also working on measures targeting jet fuel supply but still in development, officials familiar with proposals say
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Pete Hegseth says US forces ready to restart combat if Iran doesn't agree a deal
US military forces are mounting a blockade on all ships seeking to enter or leave Iran
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Iran says it seeks accountability from US, Israel over killing of its leadership
Foreign ministry spokesperson tells Russian media Tehran calls US-Israeli attacks ‘war crimes’
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US-Iran war exposes cost of Asia's fossil fuel reliance
Pakistan has not made any spot LNG purchases after reducing its dependence on imported fossil fuels to 25% from 32%
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Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch amid US-Israel war on Iran
Country depends on imports for 80% of fuel needs
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Chinese FM backs ceasefire momentum in call with Iranian counterpart
'Current situation has reached critical stage between war and peace, and a window for peace is opening,' says Wang Yi
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US confirms loss of $238m surveillance drone during Iran war
MQ-4C Triton vanishes from online flight-tracking sites, no evidence it went down in Iran
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US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade
US Central Command says 10 vessels are turned around, no ships break through since start of blockade
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Pakistan seeks end to veto power
Reiterates stand over UNSC new permanent seats
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IAEA flags N Korea nuke activity
Agency also observed a rise in operations at Yongbyon's reprocessing unit and light-water reactor
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Indian national booked for assault on flight
Australia books man for sexual assault of woman seated next to him
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction










































































































