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Ex-senator Mushtaq's safe return likely in next few days: FO
He was arrested by Israeli forces while aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla
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Neighbours discuss joint Afghan approach
Pakistan, China, Russia and Iran confer before key Moscow Format talks
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Death certification fee abolished
Cabinet also approved the 2025-26 Wheat Release Policy, allowing the distribution of 1.26 million metric tons
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Business partner murdered for Rs90m in Karachi
investigation officer Mohsin Hussain Zaidi recorded statement before the court, presented critical findings
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PPP blames fellows for fraud in name of plots
The initial layout plan shared with the workers consisted of plots measuring 120, 240 and 400 square yards
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Sufi music honours Ameer Khusro
This cultural revival was orchestrated by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation
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Sewage and garbage crisis paralyses Karachi road
Sewage, garbage, stray dogs turn Jubilee-to-Garden stretch into a health hazard
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JI chief not Khan's equal, says PTI
'The public is now questioning where billions allocated for development projects being spent'
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Books on four legends of music launched
Works celebrate legacies of Mehdi Hassan, Noor Jehan, Kamal Das Gupta, Tufail Niazi
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Move fireworks warehouses away from residential areas: SHC
All active firework licences and NOCs in the South District were revoked after the explosion at Al-Amna Plaza
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Lyari gang's operative shot dead in Karachi
The suspect had over 13 cases registered against him, including those related to extortion, robbery
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'Artificial sweeteners pose hidden risks'
Expert warns excessive use of sweeteners may alter food preferences
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Dry fruit prices skyrocket in Pakistan: peanuts Rs1,100, almonds Rs3,350, pistachios Rs7,000/kg
Winter delicacies become luxury items amid unprecedented inflation, new taxes
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Traders threaten protest over market ban
Traders said in the light of the orders of the CM, difficulties are increasing day by day in doing business
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Freezing months ahead, warn climate experts
'Intensified snowfall could disrupt energy access and strain food security'
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Rain, snow herald early winters in Hazara
Downpour causes flooding, power outages; Babusar Top receives one foot of snow
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Biometric check mandatory for power consumers
New system will improve consumer protection and streamline service delivery
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Deforestation, encroachments strangle Islamabad
Federal capital's fading greenery tells grim story of neglect and exploitation
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'Rs5m given to family of missing person'
Defence officials deliver in-camera briefing to Islamabad High Court
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HPV vaccine rollout from February
HPV vaccination drive held September 15, 27 this year targeted girls 9 to 14, achieved 94 per cent of the set target
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Labourer loses kidney to illegal transplant racket
Victim says suspects lured him with job before administering drugs
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Pindi's uplift stalls as funds dry up
Flood costs, budget delays leave garrison city's development schemes in limbo
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Three killed in roof collapse in Faisalabad
These incidents claimed 29 lives and left 324 people injured, many with broken arms and legs
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Guard's ECG video prompts inquiry
Probe holds two nurses responsible; guard skips inquiry
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Flood compensation to be paid from 17th
Cabinet waives Abiana, agricultural income tax in 2,855 villages
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LHC seeks report on PS built over mosque land
"If there is any suitable space available, a mosque could be built there," judge remarked
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Floating restaurant at Hiran Minar ready
15 bicycles and electric golf carts have been provided for a three-kilometre forest ride within the complex
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City cools off as rain breaks heat spell
Air pollution level drops, rivers likely to swell amid more rain forecasts
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Pakistan secures Azerbaijan meat deal
Industry lobby sees meat export breakthrough as gateway to Central Asian markets
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PSX dips over 1,200 points on profit-taking
KSE-100 index driven down by IMF concerns over trade data discrepancy
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PAAPAM rejects objections on used car import policy
Calls criticism misleading, against national industrial interests; says new framework restores fairness, protection
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Relief for farmers as urea prices fall 7% despite 32% global hike
MNFSR tells Senate that domestic urea, DAP prices showed downward trend from July 2024 to August 2025
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PSO against extra HSD allocation
Says higher-than-required diesel provision poses supply chain risks
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PM welcomes report citing rise in investor confidence
'This is great news for our economy,' said PM Shehbaz Sharif
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OICCI presses FBR to release Rs96.6b in refunds
Chamber emphasised need for a transparent, time-bound tax refund system
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MoU inked to strengthen cybersecurity initiatives
SECP, NTC team up to build secure, efficient digital infrastructure
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Gold hits new highs on rate cut bets
Safe haven surpasses Rs415,000/tola amid global rally towards $4,000; rupee inches up
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IMF pushes for taxes on farm inputs
Govt seeks one-year deferral as floods devastate Punjab farmland
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PTI report cites lapses in Peshawar rally
Finds poor planning, weak coordination, and unauthorised pass issuance
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Govt rebuts Aimal's security claims
RPO, DPO also asked him to provide a list of personnel he trusted for his security detail
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Cop martyred in Darra attack, another freed
Gunmen hit Kohat post; abducted cop freed after mediation
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BHC clears decks for Balochistan LG polls
Court rejects delimitation pleas, orders ECP to proceed with long-delayed polls
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Bollywood's horror story gets a rewrite
India's horror films rise from shadows with big budgets, sharp effects and marquee names
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K-P CM ready for talks on provincial issues
Says negotiations for release of PTI founder would require a conducive political environment
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Utmanzai tribes warn of civil disobedience over curfew in North Waziristan
Thousands of people staged large peace march in Mir Ali, demand reopening of Ghulam Khan border by January 20
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Polio drive misses target for 935,000 children in merged districts
Security concerns, population displacement hinder vaccination campaign in 2025
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Caretaker cabinet formed in Gilgit-Baltistan after five-week delay
Set-up to manage daily affairs and ensure smooth elections expected by June
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CCP fines Mezan Beverages Rs150m for copying PepsiCo’s Sting
Accused of mimicking Sting’s overall design, colour combination, bottle shape, branding
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New gas reserves discovered in K-P for second consecutive day
Latest discovery of 1.58MMscfd reserves to improve country’s energy security through indigenous resources, says PPL
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Food, housing consume 63% of household spending in Pakistan
Double-digit inflation, currency devaluation and IMF conditions deepen pressure on middle-income households
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Adil Raja, six others handed double life sentences for 'digital terrorism'
ATC imposes 35 years additional imprisonment Rs1.5m fine as trial conducted in absence of accused
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Tirah protest leader freed, terror charges dismissed
K-P’s ATC decision comes after Zahid Afridi’s lawyer argues that charges are politically motivated
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Pakistan, allies urge aid for Gaza; reiterates support for China on Taiwan
Nearly 1.9 million in Gaza at risk amid inadequate shelters, severe winter conditions
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FIA ASI shifted to airport sanitation
Officer penalized by being assigned washroom oversight duty at Karachi Airport
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Cabinet clears new local system for Islamabad
New year’s first meeting also okays off-grid gas sales, captive power levy changes
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PTCL Group approves Rs15bn equity investment in U Microfinance Bank
Bank receives first Rs4bn tranche; next phase of digital strategy due in 2026
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K-P CM rolls out online open courts beginning from Bajaur
CM orders enforcement of fare lists, doctor attendance and wage policy
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Karachi sees spate of road accidents as New Year begins
Police say woman killed near Landhi Hospital, unidentified man dies in Orangi Town
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PSX smashes through 179,000 mark as bulls stay firmly in control
Historic session sees KSE-100 leap 2,679 points to new all-time high
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Food, housing consume 63% of household spending in Pakistan
Double-digit inflation, currency devaluation and IMF conditions deepen pressure on middle-income households
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Dollar makes soft start to 2026 after biggest annual drop in eight years
Major currencies extend 2025 gains against dollar as markets await US data and Fed leadership signals
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Pakistan proposes 5% levy on mobile imports to fund local manufacturing effort
Government expects to collect $368m under new electronic device manufacturing policy
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CCP imposes Rs2.36b penalties in 2025
Issues 47 notices to undertakings involved in cartelisation, price-fixing, prohibited agreements, deceptive practices
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Energy sector sees mixed results in 2025 amid circular debt, reform efforts
Debt settlement a short-term solution; market opening welcomed
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State Bank's reserves edge up to $15.91b
Central bank holdings rise $13m as total deposits reach $21b; 2026 starts with softer bullion prices
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PSX kicks off new year on bullish note
KSE-100 index surges 2,300 points to record high
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DGPC delays action on ownership change
Says petroleum rights holders must disclose changes in shareholding, capital issuance
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Will we see upgraded Railways fleets by the end of 2026?
Minister says PR to become Rs100b revenue-earning entity; experts warn track, signalling issues still pose safety risk
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Government urged to sue India over 'water war'
Experts allege Indus Waters Treaty violations after Chenab flows drop; farmers warn of crop losses
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Families see relief from falling food prices, but urban cost pressures persist
Inflation at 5.6% for month of December; CPI averages 3.5% in 2025
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Electricity consumers given Rs8.35 per unit relief in 2025, Power Division claims
Annual report reveals talks with IPPs eliminated financial burden of Rs3,400b on consumers and national exchequer
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Traders declare 2025 'worst year' for businesses in country's history
AKTA cites widespread closures, soaring inflation and unemployment, warns of no economic recovery in sight for 2026
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Power tariff likely to be cut by Rs0.72
Total relief estimated at Rs5.6b; NEPRA concludes hearing on fuel cost revision
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Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills peaceful protesters
Violent clashes erupt as economic crisis sparks largest demonstrations in three years
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Swiss authorities begin identifying victims of bar fire that killed 40, injured 115
Families await confirmation through DNA testing as severe burns delay identification
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Dollar makes soft start to 2026 after biggest annual drop in eight years
Major currencies extend 2025 gains against dollar as markets await US data and Fed leadership signals
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Brazil Supreme Court rejects Bolsonaro plea
Brazil's Supreme Court found Bolsonaro guilty of conspiring to stay in power after narrowly losing 2022 elections
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DR Congo accuses Rwanda of killing 1,500 civilians in past month
M23 has seized swathes of the mineral-rich Congolese east with Rwanda's backing
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Fresh clashes kill 6 in Iran cost-of-living protests
Fars reported that the buildings were "severely damaged" and that police arrested several people
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Drone strike in Kherson kills 20
More than 100 revellers gathered at the hotel the night of the attack
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'IS planned New Year's Eve church attacks'
IS planned suicide operations and attacks targeting celebrations
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Leftist Mamdani begins first day as New York mayor
Around 4,000 ticketed guests are expected to attend the event outside City Hall
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BD's Jamaat-e-Islami open to unity govt
Surveys suggest JI will finish a close second to BNP
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Iran's Fars Agency Reports 3 More Killed In Fresh Clashes
Rioters exploited a protest in Azna, Lorestan, to attack a police station
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Alex Pereira confirms relationship with UFC fighter Tracy Cortez in New Year post
Alex Pereira marked the new year by confirming his relationship with fellow UFC fighter Tracy Cortez in Instagram post
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Bashir, Potts in England squad for final Ashes Test
The tourists look to finish the series on a high
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What to look out for in the Premier League transfer window
Salah's future remains uncertain following his public outburst at being dropped by Slot
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El Kaabi becomes AFCON hero
His overhead kicks secure Morocco’s place at the top of Group A
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Frank accepts 'boring' jibes from Spurs fans
They were held to a dour 0-0 draw by Brentford
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Narvaez, Ruegg to defend Tour Down Under titles
Elite riders will compete on Adelaide roads as World Tour season opens
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Tsitsipas eyes fresh start in 2026 after injury-hit season
The former world number three played only two singles rubbers for Greece l
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Toothless Liverpool held by Leeds
Both sides settled with a 0-0 draw at Anfield
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Manchester City's title bid dented
Sunderland stalemate left the Guardiola’s side four points behind leaders Arsenal
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England fight for scraps in final Ashes clash
The visitors are 3-1 down in the five-match series
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Khawaja to retire after Ashes finale
The 39-year-old will pad up for the last time in Sydney
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Babar Azam equals Jos Buttler’s T20 record after Sixers’ BBL win
Former Pakistan captain becomes the joint third-highest player in terms of half-centuries in T20 cricket
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Chelsea part ways with manager Maresca
The Italian joined the Blues in 2024 after steering Leicester City to EPL promotion
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Tsitsipas considered quitting tennis
He was struggling with a serious back pain during 2025
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Sudan lose to Burkina Faso in AFCON
They are likely to face champions Senegal in the last 16



































































































