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Rupee bounces back on rise in reserves
Currency gains Rs0.19 to Rs278.21 against US dollar
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Govt to establish commission to digitise economy
IT minister says commission, under Digital National Framework, will be chaired by PM Sharif
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NEPRA mulls another hike despite electricity demand drop
Proposal to impose Rs1.45/unit extra burden on consumers amid performance scrutiny
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Govt reviews KE model for DISCOs
Committee agrees to study multiple models to know about their implications
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Business magnates, local airlines show interest in PIA
No foreign firm has submitted documents for PIA’s acquisition as consortium leader
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Short-term inflation rate slows for 5th week
SPI reading drops 1.06% on back of lower food, energy prices
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Stocks continue to touch new peaks
KSE-100 index jumps 411.65 points, settles at 75,342.35
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Current account surplus hits 13-month high
Workers’ remittances, tech exports propel economy; narrows CAD to $202m
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IT exports break records
SBP reveals 62% YoY increase, highest export figure recorded in one month
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IMF grills Pakistan on power rates
Fund assumes rupee will devalue to Rs329/$ or 18% by June next year
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India citizenship law at work
Contentious law grants expedited citizenship to non-Muslim immigrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan
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Debt-cum-disaster
Country’s debt has soared by around Rs12 billion to post a composite figure of Rs81 trillion in this fiscal year
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Is Pakistan failing its public school students?
Public schools often fall short of the standards set by their private counterparts
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LNG graft travesty to keep haunting investors
Cases like these are often referred to as politically motivated
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Not a replay of 2019?
By now, there is little doubt that a war of succession has begun within the BJP
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Time to transcend the obsession with growth
Global elites use their affluence to coopt policymakers, and they employ deceptive tactics
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Media urged to highlight women's role in politics
Uks Research Centre points to gender imbalance in 2024 election coverage
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SHRC, SSDO collab to address human trafficking
Collaboration aims to address human rights issues such as trafficking in persons and bonded labourers in Sindh
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'TTP commander' caught with grenade in lunchbox
Yousuf Khan alias Gul Yousuf was carrying a US-made hand grenade in a lunchbox at the time of his arrest
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More PBS buses coming in next fiscal: Sharjeel
Sindh government has decided to bring in more buses for the entire province in the new financial year
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101 candidates qualify Sindh competitive exam
Several female candidates have also secured positions in management and police services
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CM commends police for 'drop' in street crime
Orders IG police to launch a crackdown on shops dealing in stolen, snatched mobile phones
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Farmers, PASSCO officials unite against wheat procurement misconduct
Complaints filed against DGM for unauthorised orders, threats
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Lyallpur Museum approves rules after 12 years
Plans to inaugurate calligraphy exhibition
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Aseefa Bhutto Zardari visits graves of Bhutto family
She visited Bhutto family's graveyard in Garhi Khuda Bakhsh for the first time since taking oath as MNA on April 15
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Encroachments choke city markets
Authorities turn blind eye despite mounting pressure
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‘Light-based techs illuminate path to progress’
Experts stress light’s importance in advancing medicine, communications, science
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Road reopening ignites tourism hopes
Officials say development poised to attract scores of tourists
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Capital to introduce e-stamp papers
DC says e-stamp papers will utilise barcode technology, making them tamper-proof and easily verifiable
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School hours slashed amid sweltering heat
All government, private schools to operate from 7.30-11.30am
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Educators protest planned privatisation of schools
Say teachers across Punjab will resist takeover of schools by private sector
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EPA greenlights digital monitoring of emissions
Officials say experts will keep an eye on factories, brick kilns from central control room
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Punjab govt provides Pak Seeders, Rice Straw Shredders to farmers
Marriyum Aurangzeb says 5,000 Pak Seeders and 2,000 Rice Straw Shredders are being provided at a cost of Rs8 billion
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Shocking video captures Sean 'Diddy' Combs assaulting girlfriend Cassie in hotel hallway
A 2016 surveillance video depicts Combs physically assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura.
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Muslim professionals quit 'hostile' France in silent brain drain
In a survey, one professional said that Muslims are clearly second-class citizens
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King Charles set for first overseas trip post cancer diagnosis
Since being diagnosed with cancer, the King has been gradually undertaking his royal duties.
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Punjab shortens school hours as country braces for a scorcher
Heatwave alert issued for province from May 21 to 27
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Exclusive photos show Kanye West's $2 Million home in an awful state
The deserted Calabasas ranch can be seen in a state of despair in shocking new images.
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Study reveals oceanic voyage of famous 'upside down tree'
It appears that baobab seed pods floated from Madagascar to mainland Africa
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SHC orders public toilet committees
In its written order, directs government to enforce Sanitation Policy 201
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Pakistan vows to defend sovereignty
Sources say clashes were triggered by unprovoked firing from Afghan side
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Sutton Foster to star in Broadway’s ‘Once Upon a Mattress’
The news comes after Foster's recent performances in ‘Sweeney Todd’ and ‘The Music Man’ on Broadway.
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Is Eloise’s character in ‘Bridgerton’ Queer?
Claudia Jessie, actress portraying Eloise Bridgerton has opened up about the Eloise’s sexuality
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Govt to launch nationwide programme to overcome child stunting
PM directs authorities to coordinate with provincial govts to overcome the challenge
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Tom Cruise’s daughter drops his surname
Tom Cruise's daughter, Suri, makes a significant move to 'break ties with him' after years of estrangement.
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Elderly man rescued after being buried alive for four days
Police began rescue operation after hearing muffled cries for help while investigating a murder case
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Royal Expert calls for King Charles to intervene in Harry and Meghan's future tour plans
Calls emerge after the couple’s recent tour of Nigeria, as experts cite national security as the primary concern.
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John Krasinski reveals the souvenir he stole from ‘The Office’ set
"I've always lied to Greg that I didn't take it, but I did. I stole it."
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Princess Beatrice and Eugenie jeopardize their relationship with Prince Harry
Beatrice and Eugenie reportedly Made a significant sacrifice for King Charles.
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Weather bureau warns India faces another election heatwave
Analysts blame dip in turnout on widespread expectations that PM Modi will easily win a third term
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DGK school roof collapse kills four children
DGK school roof collapse kills four children
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Armed forces vow swift response to any aggression
DG ISPR warns against testing Pak resolve AVM Ghazi says PAF-IAF tally stands at 8-0
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PM vows sustained push for G-B, AJK development
Sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme
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Federal govt loses key tax case
FCC strikes down Section 7E of Income Tax Ordinance
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AJKHC stays POS system for hotels
AJKHC stays POS system order on hotels
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PTI leaders denied meeting with Imran in Adiala
Govt defends medical care for PTI founder, wife
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CIE cancels leaked AS Maths paper
Replacement exam set for June 9 in affected regions
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PBC opposes ex-judges' reappointment
Seeks local replacement for transferred judges
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SBP purchases $27b in 3.5 years
Governor defends rate hike; economy seen growing over 4% in third quarter
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Foreign reserves rise by $23m
Gold climbs to Rs496,762 per tola amid global rally
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Saudi assures continued energy support
Both sides exploring refinery upgradation projects as technical talks progress
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Telecom sector seeks budget tax relief
Proposals include lower withholding tax, customs duty abolition on 5G equipment
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Bill penalising borrowers deferred
NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter's property after first notice
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Cannabis control body plans Rs200m renovation
Funding required to operationalise facilities in building taken over from S&T ministry
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LCCI presents budget proposals to FinMin
Chamber urges end to policy instability, restoration of final tax regime
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PSX stays bullish, nears 173,000
KSE-100 index adds 1,190 points over easing US-Iran tensions
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'Illicit cigarettes cost Rs350b a year'
Weak enforcement, not lack of laws, fuels informal trade, minister told
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Gold price rises by Rs7,800 per tola in local market
Price of 10 grams of gold in Pakistan increases by Rs6,687
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Oil prices rise as investors weigh Middle East peace prospects
Brent crude futures were up 54 cents, or 0.5%, at $101.81 a barrel
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5G rollout in Aug, devices scarce
Telcos propose phones on installments; iPhone users to wait till 2027
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Gold surges Rs11,100 as global rally lifts prices
Climbs to Rs488,962/tola on around 3% jump internationally; rupee up
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Pakistan, US eye fair trade deal
Washington appreciates Islamabad's role in promoting regional stability
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World awaits Iran response to peace deal
World awaits Iran response to peace deal
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BJP political aide killed in West Bengal
At least five people have been killed since announcement of state election results
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IMF warns of 'inevitable' AI-powered threats to global financial system
Highlights risks posed by highly interconnected nature of global financial system
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Disney cruise staff among 28 arrested in child exploitation investigation
Disney cruise staff among 28 arrested in child exploitation probe during U.S. Customs operation at sea ports
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Pakistan, Qatar reaffirm commitment to facilitate ongoing efforts to ensure lasting regional peace
Qatar premier expresses 'deep appreciation' for Pakistan’s continued efforts to bring peace and stability to region
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Iran says no final decision yet on US proposal conveyed through Pakistan
Spokesperson says Iran will communicate its conclusions to Pakistan after internal assessments
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Lebanon, Israel to hold new talks in Washington May 14-15: US
Israeli strike kills top Hamas official's son in Gaza
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Rubio tells Pope Leo 'great' to meet at Vatican amid tensions with Trump
Closed-door meeting is expected to last about a half-hour, after which Rubio will also meet Vatican's top diplomat
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No ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in last 24 hours amid rising security risks
Halt comes after reported attacks on Chinese tanker, French vessels & Iran's new transit rules for strategic waterway
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Israeli army blocks access to rocket-tracking system over Iran leak fears, local media reports
Local Israeli officials complain ban to Shual system left them ‘working under enemy fire without vital tool’
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Trump’s reversal on reopening Strait of Hormuz came after backlash from ally: NBC report
Saudi Arabia reportedly suspended US military’s ability to use its bases and airspace
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Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaos
Alvaro Arbeloa's side trail the reigning champions by 11 points
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F1 and Sky agree five-year extensions
The UK and Ireland deal will now run through the 2034 season
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Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double
He is the clear favourite for the Giro
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Badminton looks to future
The BWF said it will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade tournaments
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Roma's Champions League return back on
Juventus and AC Milan are also hoping to finish Serie A as top four
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Williamson named in NZ squad for Ireland, England Tests
Will Young left out in favour of Henry Nicholls
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Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich
They will face undefeated Arsenal in the Champions League final
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Pakistan to take on Bangladesh in 1st Test from tomorrow
The two-match series will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka
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K-P’s young sailors defy odds to bring glory home
Hijab Ajmal demands government’s support, training facilities locally
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LIV sees hope for new sponsors
PIF said it will pull the plug on backing LIV once the season concludes
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20
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US hotel bookings far behind expectations
Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings
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Forest have history in their sights
Pereira's side will defend a 1-0 lead from the semi-final first leg
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
The Spanish star settled outstanding penalties
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20











































































































