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US targets Iran's drone programme with sanctions
Treasury says UAVs from Revolutionary Guard Corps were used to attack US forces in the Gulf region
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Russia signals not ready to let Afghanistan's Taliban into UN
Russian Ambassador says unilateral sanctions on Taliban leaders would have to be addressed but perhaps not right away
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Move over Apple, Microsoft now the world's most valuable company
Apple took a $6 billion hit to its sales during the fiscal fourth quarter
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Win or lose, Afghans turn out to cheer cricket heroes
Fans gathered to watch the T20 World Cup match beamed from Dubai on a big screen in Kabul amusement park
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With a brush dipped in his soul
Now a sought-after artist across the globe, Shahid Rassam learned to paint using brushes handmade by his mother
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Devoutness cuts across gender
In a community often consigned to a limited number of demeaning jobs, Nanni Jameela’s story tells a story of respect
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Not used to victory, are we?
Pakistan’s three-match win streak in the T20 World Cup seems to have caught most fans off-balance
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Is there any stopping the supply chain reaction?
Lockdowns, halting of production, drop in demand and blockage of trade routes have thrown supply chain into chaos
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In conversation with Hina Rabbani Khar
The country’s youngest and only woman foreign minister discusses the region and our ties with India and the US
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‘Remember the name’: Asif Ali helps Pakistan down Afghanistan in WC thriller
Right-hand batsman takes internet by storm after scintillating power-hitting in five-wicket win against neighbours
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PM lauds 'impressive' Afghanistan after WC nail-biter against Pakistan
Never have I seen a cricketing nation rise as rapidly as Afghanistan in international cricket, says premier
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Pakistani detainee at Guantanamo tells ‘US military court of CIA torture’
Majid Khan reportedly told the court that he was forced to remain awake for days, doused with ice water
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Dozens detained in India for disrupting Muslim prayers
Hindu right-wing groups pressuring authorities in Gurgaon city to stop Friday prayers in open spaces
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Taliban govt calls for unfreezing Afghan assets abroad
Freezing this money is unethical and is against all international laws, says spokesperson
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Careem strengthens customer safety protocols
Careem is now conducting thorough background checks on all Captains NADRA and police verification portals
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Taliban appoint new envoy to run embassy in Pakistan
Taliban appoint two officials to run consulates in Quetta and Peshawar
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Tech firms think they have a solution for counting CO2
As companies prepare pledges to help stop climate change, the first problem they face is quantifying their emissions
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Cryptocurrency Ether hits all time high of $4,400
Cryptocurrency markets have rallied sharply in recent weeks, and Ether is up over 60% since its September trough
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Meta Platforms shares rise as Facebook rebrands to focus on metaverse
Rebranding comes in the wake of criticism over policing of market power, algorithmic decisions and abuse of service
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Doors open for negotiations, Rashid says after NSC meeting
Interior minister says doors of negotiations still open, writ of state will be maintained
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G20 should redistribute surplus COVID-19 vaccines, ex-leaders say
'By the end of February a total of 1.1 billion surplus vaccines could be transferred'
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Rangers draw ‘red line’ for marchers
Police say TLP protesters will not be allowed to cross Jhelum under any circumstances
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EVMs not accessible to visually impaired
No features installed in the electronic machines to cater to differently-abled persons
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Centre’s authority to appoint CS, IG police questioned
Senate body summons establishment, law secretaries
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Subsidy payment on edibles ‘hobbled by loan payoffs’
Fawad says govt in no position to provide relief to consumers
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Shehbaz to address upcoming PDM rally
Says no-confidence motion proposal not under ‘serious consideration’
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Ahsan Bhoon new SCBA president
Defeats rival Sardar Lateef Khan Khosa of Professional Group by wide margin
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NAB opposes Asif Ali Zardari’s acquittal plea
One-day exemption from hearing granted to PPP leader and former premier Yousaf Raza Gilani
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SBP pumped $1.2 billion to defend rupee: WB
Says move comes after 8.1% depreciation against the dollar since June
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NDMA holds caucus of lawmakers on disaster risks
Moot seeks support of parliamentarians to build resilience at national level against disasters
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Witnesses summoned in couple’s case
Total of eight witnesses have recorded statements in the case
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Law enforcers on tenterhooks
Policemen complain of long duty hours, lack of facilities
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CDA starts work on plastic road project
Initiative aims to reduce impact of environmental pollution caused by plastic waste
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Govt school student wins coveted award
Saqib says students should be encouraged to pursue IT
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Experts call for setting up psoriasis clinics
Say nationwide survey be conducted to ensure treatment and availability of medicine for psoriasis patients
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PML-N youth wing leader steps down following 'anti-state' speech
Abdul Majid Muaz claims he was made scapegoat after being told to make the objectionable remarks
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Police van accidentally overruns motorcyclist in Thekriwala
Van's brakes reportedly failed near Nishat Cinema
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Girl, teenage boy sexually assaulted in separate incidents
Girl's mother claims suspects called her daughter to their shop on pretext of job interview
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Third year running deadlock resulted in objectionable bills
Punjab govt’s productivity claims termed preposterous by opposition which feels shunned
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LHC rejects AG’s detachment plea in Saad Rizvi case
AG Punjab argues Justice Tariq authored judgment that SC set aside before remanding case back to LHC
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Indian state threatens sedition charges for celebrations of Pakistan cricket win
The offence, if proved, carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment
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Facebook changes its company name to Meta
Tech giant says the change would bring together its different apps and technologies under one brand
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Punjab CM claims record fund utilisation
Combined volume of Punjab PSDP, ADP reaches Rs740b
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PEMRA reiterates ban on TLP coverage on TV, radio
Media watchdog bars satellite channels, radio stations and distribution networks from coverage of the banned outfit
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Isa shrugs off ‘intimidation’ as PTI MNA invokes privilege
Judge says he asked persons to identify themselves after noticing a ‘suspicious vehicle’ outside National Assembly
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Saudi-led coalition 'kills' 95 Yemen rebels near Marib
The Huthis have claimed to be tightening their grip around the strategic city
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No talks with TLP until protests are called off: Fawad
Information minister says banned outfit will have to hand over workers responsible for policemen's deaths
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Top army commanders vow to thwart all threats in ‘befitting manner’
Statement comes after a meeting of all service chiefs presided over by CJCSC Gen Nadeem Raza held at JSHQ, says ISPR
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GSMA Mobile 360 APAC Conference: '4G for all or 5G for a few'
Jazz CEO says Pakistan should not jump on the 5G bandwagon immediately
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All set for Bizenjo to become CM as Kamal buries hatchet
Provincial assembly session convened today to elect leader of house
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CSS 2026 exam schedule announced
Applicants qualifying MPT eligible to apply for written CSS examination
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Pakistan, Iran set $8bn annual trade target in bid to deepen bilateral ties
Ministers urge stronger cross-border ties, agree to fast-track Joint Economic Commission session
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The new trade colonialism
Trump’s new deals revive the 19th century unequal treaty, with profound consequences
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The Incredibly Complicated Hulk
Hulk Hogan leaves behind a complex legacy, reflecting his monumental impact & personal controversies
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From hymn books to hashtags
In Punjab, church music constitutes a space where colonial form intersects with local expression
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When family becomes fatal
Despite legal reform, the deadly tradition of honour killing continues to silence countless women across Pakistan
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The art of the simple hello
In a world where we are increasingly isolated by technology and fast-paced living, a simple greeting can bridge gaps.
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The missed diagnosis
Without reliable diagnostics, even the best treatment plans in Pakistan often start with guesswork.
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Red carpet rolled out for Iran's president
Dr Pezeshkian is accompanied Iranian FM, senior ministers, other high-ranking officials
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No space to nurse
Lack of nursing arrangements mean mothers find formula feeding more convenient
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Doctrine of spectacle, optics of defeat
With Operation Sindoor, Modi promised dominance. Instead, it exposed the limits his hard-power theatrics
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Punjab to remain in the grip of climate events
Experts warn that if a climate policy is not devised soon, extreme weather patterns will become the new normal
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Two suspects arrested in Rs9.7m cash van heist
Rs3.47m, car, weapons recovered; IGP announces cash reward for cops
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Trump wins his deal, Pakistan eyes the future
The tough deal may favour US, but Pakistan can still spin a win out of market access & political clout
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Seven suspects booked for lawyer's targeted killing
Sindh Bar Council announces strike on August 4
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Demand grows as cement sales surge 30%
Industry supplies nearly 4m tons to domestic, export markets
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PSX breaks 141k barrier in volatile week
KSE-100 hits all-time high amid renewed US-Pakistan trade optimism
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E-invoicing system labelled 'disastrous' for SMEs
Industrial body says traders lack infrastructure for new digital system
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Azerbaijan to export 1.2 bcm of gas to Syria
Economy minister says transportation route defined through Turkish territory under coordinated arrangement
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Train derailment hits modernisation
Safety lapses and infrastructure delays continue to erode public trust
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Govt opens public feedback on Draft National Housing Policy 2025
The goal is to ensure transparency and wide engagement
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Textile industry slams EFS changes
Cautions amendments to Export Facilitation Scheme will severely impact value-added sector
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Pakistan, Romania explore direct trade route via Black Sea
Envoy proposes Constanta Port access, seeks deeper ties in trade, energy, IT
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ExxonMobil likely to come back for offshore venture
Hopes arise following Pakistan-US deal on oil, gas field development
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11,000 taxpayers sent 'nudging' notices
FBR warns businesses of penalties, account freezes; KCCI slams move
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Sugar import plan raises many eyebrows
Traders and sugar mill owners are both beneficiaries
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Gold soars to Rs359,000 per tola amid international spike
Gold prices surged in both global and local markets, with per tola rate in Pakistan climbing by Rs6,100
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Senate panel gives NHA deadline on N-55 project
Body chairman demands audit of bidding process, financial claims
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Exports rise to $31.75b despite global headwinds
Textiles, non-traditional sectors drive growth; minister issues steps to sustain momentum
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Gas, sugar and footwear drive annual SPI higher
Short-term inflation rises 1.98% YoY despite drop in prices of tomatoes, chicken, wheat
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Trump wins his deal, Pakistan eyes the future
The tough deal may favour US, but Pakistan can still spin a win out of market access & political clout
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New push to reach plastic pollution pact
Plastic pollution is so ubiquitous that microplastics have been found on the highest mountain peak
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S Africa arrests 1,000 illegal miners
There could be more arrests because there are still illegal miners underground
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India undeterred by Trump threats
Modi govt to maintain Russian oil imports
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US envoy meets Israeli hostage families
Hostages and Missing Families Forum confirmed the meeting was underway
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Dhaka to unveil democratic overhauls
Govt says 'July Proclamation' to be presented to nation
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How PAF shot down Indian jets with J-10
World's largest air battle in decades saw 110 aircraft clash in a one-hour night fight, experts estimate
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DR Congo, Rwanda outline deal: US
A peace agreement reached in June aimed to end decades of conflict in eastern Congo
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Children in besieged Gaza dying at 'an unprecedented rate'
More than 100 people were killed, and hundreds of others were injured
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More clashes and arrests at UK immigration protests
Two groups clashed briefly at the start of the protest before police split them up
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Pakistan pushes for ceasefire to end Ukrainian conflict
Russia and Ukraine must negotiate a ceasefire and a durable peace
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Bangladesh to unveil democratic reforms on coup anniversary
Bangladesh has faced political turmoil since students ousted PM Hasina on August 5, 2024, ending her 15-year rule
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Israel army chief warns of relentless combat over hostage crisis
Of 251 kidnapped in Hamas’s October attack, 49 remain in Gaza—27 confirmed dead, says Israeli military.
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Hamas rejects disarmament without Palestinian state
Qatar and Egypt back plan urging Hamas to disarm and support two-state solution under Palestinian Authority control
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Global plastic treaty talks resume amid deep divisions
Talks resume after December’s failure to reach a deal on curbing millions of tonnes of plastic waste yearly
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England fight back but India lead grows
The visitors look to draw the Test series 2-2
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South Africa want promising batsmen to show potential
The Proteas pin high hopes from Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Dewald Brevis
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Son Heung-min to leave Tottenham
The captain would bid farewell this summer after a decade, he is linked to move to MLS
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Piastri dominates Hungarian GP final practice
The Formula One championship leader outsped teammate Norris in 1min 14.916 sec
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Ledecky reigns over McIntosh
The 2024 Olympics gold medallist clocked championship-record 8 min 05.62 sec in 800m freestyle
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Bheda Tigers storm into KPL final
Winners outplay Dhara Dabang by 8 wkts in first semi-final
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Sevastova stuns defending champ Pegula
The world number 386 booked the Canadian Open fourth round encounter with Osaka
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Wasim Jr resumes training
He sustained a side strain injury during HBL PSL season 10
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Babar, others reach Florida for WI ODIs
First ODI between Pakistan and West Indies to be played in Trinidad and Tobago on August 8
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Dubai to host Pakistan-India showdown as Asia Cup 2025 venues announced
ACC President Mohsin Naqvi unveils venues, match timings for eight-team tournament hosted by UAE
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Qin takes 'miracle' second breaststroke gold
The Chinese world record holder surged to the wall in 2 min and 07.41 sec
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Newcastle reject Liverpool bid for Isak: reports
The 25-year-old has been linked with Liverpool since the end of last season
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Ireland unveil T20I squad for Pakistan series
They are targeting the Women's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier
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Naveena Steel Jnr Padel C'ship begins
86 participants from all over Pakistan are competing
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McLaren's Norris leads Hungarian practice
The Briton lapped the Hungaroring with a best time of one minute 16.052 seconds ahead of Piastri