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From industry subsidies to clerical defiance, Pakistan’s elite often treat the state as a resource to be hollowed out

Sindh’s public school students are reimagining their world, proving that constraints can be creative engines

Pakistan remains Nipah-free, but officials ramp up border screening as the deadly virus surfaces in India

Trade is up 20% as Pakistan and Bangladesh "bury the hatchet"

Each Pakistani now owes Rs333,000 as total debt hits Rs80.5tn, threatening to eclipse the national GDP

A "Board of Peace" with no Palestinians?

All public and private educational institutions to remain closed on account of Shab-e-Barat

Fencing, CCTV, lighting and warning signs at construction sites made mandatory

Victim’s husband alleges police tortured him and his cousins in custody, amid claims of attempts to force a confession

Hospital says treatment completed smoothly, follow-up care advised

Iran says missile and defence capabilities are never negotiable as Trump cools strike threats

Says he and Field Marshal Asim Munir quietly went to many countries for loans in order to secure IMF deal

Note that airport temperature screenings rarely prevent the spread of disease

Hospitals directed to set up isolation units, rapid response teams while no case has been reported in Pakistan so far

Five are said to be in critical condition while 12 stay under observation

With jails' occupancy exceeding their capacity, prisoners are forced to live in unhygienic and suffocating conditions

Government ministers, PTI chairman on rare one page in denouncing 'false' rumour

Court also orders release of fund for affected residents, summons tribal elders to verify if govt is providing any aid

US stock futures ease after nomination; Senate confirmation needed

Says only intelligence-based operations under way as part of ongoing counterterrorism efforts

He defeated defending champion Jannik Sinner in the semi

ISPR says visit reflects enduring strategic partnership, shared commitment to regional peace, stability, security

Leader of opposition in City Council says mayor and Sindh govt fully responsible for repeated tragedies

Underlines need to maximise its potential for Pakistan’s economic growth

New START expires Feb 5; split present on if Trump should accept Putin’s proposal to extend current limits

PSX saw a trend reversal as KSE-100 jumped 1,836 points to close at 184,175

US military and civilian leaders of Gaza mission step aside as Europe rethinks role

Court removes reference under Section 152 CrPC in wake of FO distancing itself from judge's remarks

Pretoria says the Israeli envoy violated diplomatic norms, including attacks on President Ramaphosa

Amin close behind as the second round concludes

He spoke on camera for first time since Nigeria crash

Arsenal have a four points lead at the top of table

The defending champions are set to face Newcastle United

The showdown pits two players who are on rampaging form

Midfielder Jamal Musiala also made timely return for the league leaders

The former owner also wishes to reclaim ownership of the team

Says medical report will be provided to family; CM Afridi says Imran not allowed to meet his doctors

NCCIA unveils 'Katalyst', an AI system aimed at combatting online child abuse, in Islamabad

Economists see 3% growth holding firm as businesses diversify supply chains to bypass new American tariffs

'There is no evidence yet of increased human-to-human transmission'

He defeated the German third seed 6-4, 7-6 (7/5), 6-7 (3/7), 6-7 (4/7), 7-5

Finance adviser Muzzammil Aslam says closures hurting jobs, revenue, with 80% decline in border trade levies

IBOs carried out in Harnai and Panjgur districts of the volatile province

Declares cross-border attacks without Taliban approval forbidden, funeral rites to be denied to violators

Advocates allege criminal negligence after two women died in Lahore manhole, seek judicial probe

Officials say virus can drive severe liver disease in people already living with hepatitis B

Singer reflects on how high concert charges and elite private events limit public access to live music

Wheeling charges lowered by Rs9; rate under Export Finanzing Scheme cut to 4.5 per cent

SpaceX-xAI merger could boost Musk’s orbital data centre plans in the AI race against Google and Meta

CTD seizes suicide jacket, three hand grenades, six SMGs, 200 bullets, explosive materials

Highway temporarily closed for 2 hours as rescue teams contained fire; highway now open to traffic

Alliance warns of Peshawar protest over displacement, insecurity

Decade-old road incomplete, cable car dream fades, hotels hit at Eid

Petitioner will move an application for setting aside objections soon

Say party appears to be banking on establishment

Decision taken in view of the prevailing security situation, need to safeguard public peace

K-P prosecution department yet to seek withdrawal of cases from ATC

Church leaders demand wider reforms beyond marriage age in 153-year-old law

Sets routes via Karachi and Gwadar under customs rules

Iran FM visits Islamabad again, holds key discussions

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Power Division seeks end to solar licence, fees

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Two high-level committees formed to probe over invoicing involving importers, govt officials

KSE-100 index sheds 3,267 points as ME tensions, energy woes mountQ

Price of 24-karat gold per tola increases by Rs2,300 in Pakistan

BoI minister woos overseas Pakistanis, highlights investor-friendly policies, global outreach

Production reaches 290,000 tonnes despite 20% reduction in cultivation area

Experts push for meaningful allocation in budget as global demand surges

Initiative will significantly enhance Pakistan's representation, proactive participation in regional, global economies

Scores 97/100 for cost competitiveness but only 30/100 for infrastructure, creating 67-point gap

Marking Intellectual Property Day, DG affirms support for innovation in sports and beyond

Plan under study to connect Gwadar with ports of Iran and Oman to make it re-export hub

Keeps price Rs100 lower; without change, diesel would have been Rs480/litre

Tomatoes cheaper by 27.65%, potatoes up 3.13% as 19 essential items become costlier

State Bank repays $1b to Abu Dhabi Fund; rupee inches up

SMEDA, PIFD sign MoU for product development, incubation centres, market access

SBP faces dilemma as supply-side pressures clash with need to protect 3.89% GDP growth

He is expected to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin

Araghchi has been meeting mediators in Pakistan, Oman

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Two killed in drone strike near Kuwait Roundabout; 14-year-old among victims

Final results set to be announced later Sunday, commission chief says

More than 9,600 Palestinians are currently held in Israeli prisons, including 90 women and 350 children

More than 2,500 people have been killed in Israeli ⁠strikes since the most recent war between Hezbollah and Israel

Charles and Camilla privately contacted Trump and Melania to express sympathy, palace source says

Pope warns on nuclear power, urging its use for peace and human welfare, not harm or conflict

War since Feb 28 saw Iran control Hormuz; US blockade from April 13 hit global energy flows

Two killed in Gaza drone strike near Kuwait Roundabout; 14-year-old among victims, taken to Al-Shifa

The FARC guerrilla group was blamed for the deadly attacks in Cauca province

Engine issue on Delhi-Zurich Airbus A330 forces emergency evacuation of 228 passengers, 13 crew members

Iran ties recent tensions to a broader conflict narrative, framing restraint as calculated deterrence

Warner and Hendricks forge unbeaten 141-run stand

The final will be played at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on May 3

They moved eight points clear of the relegation zone

They thrashed Cremonese 4-0 to keep title race alive

He will run the London Marathon to raise funds for a children's cancer charity

He edged Johann Zarco by 0.140s

He says a win would be perfect for Ronaldo

He sustained the injury during first round of Barcelona Open

James powers his side to an overtime win and a commanding 3-0 series lead

Peshawar cultural hub hosts hockey legends as they push for bilateral sports series

The Gunners slip to second spot after City's 1-0 victory over Burnley

The Reds aim to strengthen their push for a place in UCL next season

They will face Japan's Machida Zelvia in the final

Three points separate the Jambos from third-placed Celtic

Hossain Shanto hit ton in the third ODI