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Police disrupt prep for Shah Mahmood Qureshi’s welcome
PTI leader’s close associate arrested, released after locals surrounded police station
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Reko Diq operator hosts vendor expo
Barrick’s subsidiary promotes local engagement
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Minister intervenes, lecturers reinstated
42 lecturers had been fired in the merged districts
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Balochistan to install 8,000 CCTV cameras
Surveillance upgrade to ensure enhanced security at polling booths during Feb 8 vote
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K-P braces for intense cold weather
Some plain areas reporting moderate foggy conditions, there was no recorded rainfall during this period
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MEME unveils trendsetting store at Dolmen Mall in Karachi
Opening ceremony graced by the presence of popular actress Yashma Gill
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Two PTI workers get bail in Zaman Park case
Court grants bail to Shakir Nawaz, Noor-Ullah Khan, with surety bonds of Rs100,000
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National wheat cultivation record shattered
Flour millers now demand to export wheat products
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LHC acts against café closure violations
Justice directs initial fine of Rs200,000, escalating to Rs500,000 at second stage
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Security to cost national kitty a whopping Rs1.19b
Around 130,000 officials will be deployed on polling day
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Perilous roads of Muzaffargarh
One incident sees four bikers crash into canal
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Suspected rustlers kill teenager
The victim’s brother also injured in the attack
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British envoy lauds joint solar farm project
Solar farm, providing an additional 100 megawatts (MW) of clean, affordable power
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Capital ramps up surveillance
Intel agencies raise alarm over potential targeting of Baloch protest camps
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Three labourers electrocuted to death
All three deceased individuals were painters by profession and were painting building of local school
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Health authority backpedals on testing
Grocery Merchants Association welcomes decision
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Water levels drop in Rawal, Khanpur dams
Looming water crisis rings alarm bells in twin cities
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Groom’s father among nine arrested
Police say suspects opened fire at cops, engaged in aerial firing
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Pindi bans unauthorised banners
Authorities warn of legal action over failure to settle bills
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Air pollution haunts twin cities’ dwellers
Environment, anti-smog officials seem helpless as air quality touches ‘hazardous’ level
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Saraiki activists call for separate province
Stage rally against discrimination, unemployment
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Hearing-impaired kids score low on ICAN assessment
pilot project was conducted by Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi, in collaboration with Sightsavers and PAL Network
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Kangra gets TB Diagnostic Centre
New centre is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools
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Finance minister, IRS at stalemate over FBR overhaul
Sources say matter will be referred to military establishment for resolution
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KE granted 20-year renewal by NEPRA
License extension recognises company’s performance
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Pakistan’s economy: what to expect for 2024
If external factors remain favourable, country will be able to achieve modest growth
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Inflation hits 8-month high at 44.64%
Despite tight monetary policy, SBP faces inflation challenges
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Thin gains at PSX as Pak-Iran tensions ease
KSE-100 index rises 79.83 points, settles at 63,282.23
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Industries ramp up imports of plants, machinery
Imports of capital goods rise 11% to $3.6b in Jul-Dec 2023
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Rupee soars to 12-month high
Closes at Rs279.90/$ on signing of $3b UAE investment agreement
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Textile exports dip 5% in H1 of FY24
Sector faces challenges in reaching govt’s ambitious $25 billion export goal
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Pakistan, Kuwait to set up $1b fund
Fund will be spent on exploration of metals and minerals in Pakistan
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K-P voters to decide fate of five party chiefs
Nawaz, Gohar, Fazl, Siraj, Sherpao among top leaders in fray
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IT boost
Pakistan’s IT exports surged by 17%, reaching $303 million in Dec 2023 as compared to $259 million in Nov
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Young voters
Pakistan’s burgeoning youth voter population, now standing at formidable 56.86 million
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Rupee’s resistance
One of biggest issues at hand to address is sky-rocketing inflation, which hovers around 40%
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She shapes democracy
In democratic society, active participation of all members is paramount
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English: a colonial legacy or relic?
We have always adopted an oxymoronic attitude towards English
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Sanity in the age of hate and conflict
We are living in an age of unprecedented pain and suffering
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The disregarded change of campus life
Major happening of late 70s and of decade of 80s ripped students from their global identities
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Iran tensions: Flights using Pakistani airspace dip by 50%
Decline in planes overflying within borders will negatively impact country’s revenue
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ECP instructs cops to stay outside polling stations
Poll supervisor says five officials will be at highly sensitive, four at sensitive, three at C Category stations
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Motorcyclists throw caution to the wind in port city
Traffic wardens have seemingly accepted defeat as well in trying to enforce bikers to have rear view mirrors
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Israeli drones attack hospital in southern Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent says
UN condemns Israel for firing on hospital in Gaza; Israel advances in Khan Younis; Palestinian death toll rises
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Maryam terms PTI’s predicament self-inflicted
PML-N chief organiser rejects allegations of political vendetta
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Parlours offering medical services under guise of beauty
Skin treatments can only be performed by qualified professionals but there does not seem to be any check and balance
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Czech court rules Indian man can be extradited to US, justice minister to decide
Czech appeals court allows extradition of Nikhil Gupta to the US; accused in a plot to kill a Sikh separatist
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Bilawal says not afraid of ‘politicians from Lahore’
Vows to implement party’s 10-point welfare agenda immediately after winning elections
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Polio officer killed, cop injured in targeted attack
Doctor served as coordinator for polio immunisation programme in Bajaur
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‘Unfair elections’ to create more instability
Imran says PTI would rather sit in opp than form coalition govt
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Six gunmen kill MQM-P in-charge in New Karachi
Investigation underway into motive behind attack near tea stall
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Rs16.79bn RISE programme aims to transform youth futures in Balochistan
Flagship initiative targets jobs, skills, social cohesion across six districts
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Elderly man dies after falling into drain in Korangi
70-year-old man pushing a bicycle dies falling into a drain in Korangi
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IHC defends division bench in plea against Justice Jahangiri
Court cites sensitivity of allegations over judge’s LLB degree
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Punjab moves towards tough sanitation law with prison terms
Suthra Punjab Authority Bill discussed by provincial assembly committee
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Sindh Cabinet approves Rs5.8b package covering transport, police, welfare
Funding cleared for buses, policing, public awareness, social sectors
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TTAP courts JUI-F, JI and QWP as political tensions rise
Opposition leaders meet other party leaderships; say country charting a disastrous course
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Child protection effort unravels as father takes children back to footpath
One child still missing after being handed to begging ring
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Child abuse cases rise in Punjab as convictions remain at just 1%
With a sluggish judicial system delaying justice, children across the province remain vulnerable to exploitation
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Schools hold tributes for APS martyrs
Events include one-minute silence, candlelight vigils, tableaux, prayers
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Only 47% of Pakistanis have access to safe drinking water
Experts urge coordinated action as water contamination fuels disease spread
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Punjab tightens security ahead of Christmas and new year celebrations
Security measures include patrolling, CCTV surveillance and deployment of personnel
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Seasonal influenza situation under control: minister
The minister said awareness workshops should also be organised in hospitals
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Muzaffargarh flood aid reviewed
Meeting focused on relief distribution, restoration of livelihoods and strengthening coordination mechanisms
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42 proclaimed offenders held
Arrested offenders were linked to cases of murder, robbery, kidnapping, and various other heinous acts
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Full PIA sale approved after bidders reject government's role in airline's affairs
75% stake up for bidding next week, balance offered later at 12% premium
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Government finalises plan for gemstones statutory authority
New National Gemstones Policy proposes minimum export price to curb under-invoicing
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Government weighs regulated adoption of GMO maize to boost yields, exports
Officials say biotech could raise farm productivity, food security
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Power consumers may get Rs0.71 per unit relief in January bills
CPPA seeks NEPRA approval for Nov fuel charge refund; hearing scheduled for Dec 31
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Government explores Djibouti route for Africa trade
LCCI, envoy discuss new markets on rising current account concerns
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Government readies ‘BEEP’ app to replace WhatsApp for official use
New platform offers secure, efficient and reliable communication across state institutions
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FBR suspends Islamabad property valuations after massive backlash
Tax authority pauses rates raised by up to 1,250% over fairness concerns
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Stocks pause amid profit-taking at highs
Early optimism fades; selling in heavyweights drags index down by 294 points
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Gold rally to slow next year
Morgan Stanley projects price to reach $4,800 by Q4 2026, highlights China demand
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Azerbaijan open to investing $2b in Pakistan
Aurangzeb says current Pak-Azerbaijan trade at $50m is not meeting potential
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PSX rally hits pause button as KSE-100 ends lower after volatile session
Early optimism fades as profit-taking in major sectors drags KSE-100 index down by 294 points
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Gold prices slide as global rates dip
Price of gold per tola declined by Rs4,000 to Rs450,862
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Monetary policy eased as SBP lowers policy rate to 10.5pc
Surprises with 50bps reduction as FX strengthens, growth gains traction
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Industry groups seek deeper interest rate cuts after SBP decision
KCCI, KATI, SAI say high borrowing costs threaten competitiveness, jobs and investment
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Pakistan poultry association fined Rs25m after tribunal affirms cartelisation finding
Appellate tribunal upholds CCP order, but reduces penalty from Rs50m
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Indonesians plea for global help
Villager Cahyo Aulia, 31, said his house was flattened by wooden logs
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Dinosaur footprints found in Italy
Prosauropods had sharp claws, and adults could reach up to 10 metres in length
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Bondi gunman confirmed to be of Indian origin
Sajid left Indian city of Hyderabad in 1998; Intelligence agency interrogated Naveed in 2019
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Senators grill Trump officials on US alleged drug boat strikes
US officials say the operations target narcotics bound for American shores
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Fresh rains flood streets in Gaza
A two-week-old baby named Muhammad Khalil Abu Al-Khair died because of severe hypothermia
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Thailand puts onus of ending war on Cambodia
The fighting, with artillery, tanks and Thai jets, has killed 16 Thai soldiers
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Australia to rush emergency gun law reforms after Bondi attack
Funerals begin for Jewish victims as pressure mounts over firearm access and extremist warning
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UN warns 17m Afghans risk food insecurity
AI for halting forced deportations to Afghanistan
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US designates Colombia's largest drug-trafficking gang as terrorists
Designates Clan del Golfo as a foreign terrorist organization, specially designated global terrorists
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Bondi mass shooting gunman Sajid Akram hails from Indian Hyderabad
Akram migrated to Australia in 1998 and visited India on six occasions after migration
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Bondi Beach attack suspect travelled on Indian passport
Police say father and son targeted Jewish festival in Australia’s deadliest shooting in nearly 30 years
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Andrea Botez responds to criticism after loss to comedian Samay Raina
Andrea Botez defended her chess skills after a key blunder saw her exit Super PogChamps against Samay Raina
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Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi touch down in Australia for BBL 15
The tournament is set to begin from December 14
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Salah's omission from Inter game is a consequence of his actions, says Becker
He was not included in the 19-man squad for the UCL clash
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Mbappe face Haaland in UCL showdown
Fractures have emerged in Xabi Alonso's Madrid project following defeat in La Liga
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Waseem vows fearless World Cup push
He says if they play good cricket on the day, they can beat any team
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Hazlewood ruled out of Ashes
England lose Mark Wood for the remainder of the series
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Depleted NZ to meet upbeat WI in Wellington
The visitors put on a mammoth effort to draw the first Test in Christchurch
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Three things to watch ahead of the 2026 F1 season
Mercedes, Ferrari, and newcomers like Audi and Cadillac prepare for a radical shake-up
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Man Utd back on track after Fernandes inspires Wolves rout
Fernandes, Mbeumo and Mount on target in 4–1 triumph at Molineux
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Pulisic quick-fire double sends AC Milan top of Serie A
He scored twice in 10 minutes to beat Torino 3-2
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Palmer misses Chelsea's Champions League clash with Atalanta
Maresca choosing not to risk the forward as he continues his comeback from injury
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Slot has 'no clue' whether Salah has played last Liverpool game
Head coach also insisted he is not ‘weak’ amid row
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Arshad Nadeem clinches javelin gold at National Games
He produced a best throw of 81.10 metres to secure first place
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Palace beat Fulham to move up to fourth
They secured an away 2-1 victory
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Hojlund brace shoots Napoli past Juve
Rasmus Hojlund scored the decisive goal in 2-1 victory



















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