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Dr Murtaza takes over as acting SBP chief
Dr Murtaza, a former IMF official, was appointed as SBP deputy governor in Jan 2020
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Covid led to 15 million deaths globally, not the 5 million reported: WHO
WHO report says almost half of deaths that until now had not been counted were in India
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Three including local JI leader die in AJK road accident
Raja Sarshar lost control of his vehicle while negotiating a sharp curve and fell into a deep gorge, say police
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Punjab governor to discuss ‘constitutional crisis’ with president, army chief
‘Fake chief minister’ has held Punjab hostage since April 16, says Omer Cheema
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Attempts to undermine Pak-China ties doomed to fail: Beijing
All-weather friendship between the two countries is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, says spokesperson
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Body to probe Imran’s ‘foreign conspiracy drama’
Marriyum says allegations attempt to cause irreparable damage to country
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Indian police officer arrested for ‘raping’ gang-rape victim
13-year-old girl has been admitted to the district hospital for treatment, says official
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Gay marriage, other rights at risk after US Supreme Court abortion move
Draft ruling would uphold a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy
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PTI calls for UN action on govt's 'misuse' of blasphemy law against Imran
Shireen Mazari also calls Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah an 'ally of terrorist groups'
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Russian Orthodox Church scolds Pope Francis after 'Putin's altar boy' remark
Francis chose an incorrect tone to convey the content of this conversation, says Patriarch of Moscow
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Musk says Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, govt users
Some revenue is better than none, says billionaire entrepreneur in a tweet
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Want friendship with US on equal footing, says Shahbaz Gill
PTI leader clarifies his party does not want confrontation with any country
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Drop in index earned Imran title of ‘press freedom predator’: PM
Pakistan fell 12 points on Press Freedom Index during PTI govt last year, says Premier Shehbaz
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Afghan women defend right to drive as Taliban curb licences
Traffic department official says they were verbally instructed to stop issuing licences to women drivers
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EU targets Russian oil, banks as Moscow's ally Belarus stages army drills
EU proposes toughest sanctions yet on Russia; Moscow says NATO arms supplies to Ukraine are target
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Media curbs 'undermine Pakistan's ability to progress', says Blinken
Says vibrant free press, an informed citizenry are 'key for any nation and its future'
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SBP chief Reza Baqir's tenure ends, deputy governor to take over: Miftah
Ex-IMF official Dr Murtaza to take over as SBP head till govt decides on new governor
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Beijing curbs public transport as COVID spreads in China
Zhengzhou to enforce strict COVID curbs in coming week
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Pope says ‘barking of NATO’ may have provoked Russian invasion of Ukraine
Francis asks for a meeting in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin to try to stop the war
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PML-N govt ‘decides against’ extending tenure of SBP governor
Finance Minister Miftah says he has informed Baqir of the government’s decision
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Imran urges SC to take action against ‘horse-trading’
Former PM demands early elections under impartial election commission
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Russia says Israel supports neo-Nazis in row over Ukraine
Anti-Semitism in politics is not stopped and is on the contrary nurtured in Ukraine, says Moscow
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US relieved as China appears to heed warnings on Russia
We continue to monitor any other country that might provide support to Russia, says US official
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Firefighters in Karachi working against odds
Anadolu Agency profiles work of Karachi’s firefighters who serve population of 20 million
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COAS spends Eidul Fitr with troops on LoC
Gen Bajwa paid tribute to martyrs, families for their contributions toward a peaceful Pakistan
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Nation celebrates Eidul Fitr with traditional fervour
Special prayers were offered for the progress and prosperity of the country
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‘Women suffer more from climate change than men’
Sherry says engagement with the UK will provide support to Pakistan in several areas
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Employees link to PSDP-funded projects get pay boost
Govt fixes minimum wage at Rs28,000
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Saudis feel 'let down' by US over Houthi security threats: senior royal
Traditionally strong ties between Riyadh and Washington have been shaken under US President Joe Biden
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PM Shehbaz extends Eid greetings to world leaders
In telephonic conversations with leaders of Qatar, Bahrain and Turkey, PM wishes well for the people of Muslim nations
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Israel demands apology after Russia says Hitler had Jewish roots
'Wise Jewish people say that the biggest anti-Semites are the Jews themselves’, says Lavrov
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PTI legal team mulls moving IHC for bails
Petitions expected to be filed today as leaders face blasphemy cases
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Chip consortium ISMC to set up $3 billion plant in India
Semiconductor fabrication unit is expected to generate more than 1,500 direct jobs and 10,000 indirect jobs
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K-P govt announces celebrating Eidul Fitr tomorrow
Chief Minister Mahmood Khan will offer Eid prayer at Governor House Peshawar
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Taliban supreme leader hails 'security' in rare appearance to mark Eidul Fitr
Akhundzada delivered brief address from one of the front rows of worshippers in Kandahar without turning to face crowd
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Bored Ape NFT company raises around $285 million of crypto in virtual land sale
Sale indicates continued high demand for speculative, high-risk crypto assets related to online virtual worlds
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Ashrafi lashes out at ‘PTI workers’ for sloganeering at Masjid-e-Nabwi
PM’s aide says agitators were deputed at various places in the holy mosque as ‘pre-planned by their masterminds’
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Omicron sub-lineages can dodge immunity from past infection: study
New coronavirus variants are far less able to thrive in the blood of vaccinated people
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Governor refuses to administer oath to Punjab cabinet
Cheema says he can’t endorse anything beyond the ambit of constitution
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Yearning for home sweet home
Our country is witnessing a housing crisis on a scale not seen before
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How much should we fear Elon Musk?
The Tesla CEO’s much-hyped Twitter takeover has sparked immense anxiety among a vocal contingent of its user base
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Pakistan, KSA discuss augmenting $3 billion deposit
KSA appreciates Pakistan’s 'keenness to find solution' to all disputes with India, including the Kashmir dispute
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Turkey, Saudi Arabia to revive great economic potential, Erdogan says
I believe my visit will herald a new era in the ties between our two countries, says Turkish President
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Imran distances himself from Masjid-e-Nabwi incident
Deposed prime minister describes incident as public’s ‘spontaneous reaction’
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Eid to be celebrated in Saudi Arabia tomorrow
Eidul Fitr is marked on the first day of Shawwal – the month that comes after Ramazan in the Hijri calendar
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Gunmen steal hundreds of Eid outfits from tailor in Islamabad
The haul was worth more than 720,000 rupees, says Muhammad Razzaq
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Sindh govt announces remission for 1,200 prisoners on Eid
Remission to not include those convicted of murder, espionage, terrorist activities among other serious crimes
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Hamza finally sworn in as Punjab CM
Governor dismisses ex-chief minister Usman Buzdar’s resignation
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Punjab governor dismisses Buzdar's resignation
After Cheema's surprise move, ex-Punjab CM summons cabinet meeting in PA
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PTI social media drive pressuring judges
Judiciary dispels impression it will be influenced this time around
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LHC rules marriage is valid if person is past puberty, even below legal age
Court dismisses father’s plea to recover 15-year-old daughter who married by her own choice
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From potholes to pay cuts: Food delivery riders risk it all in monsoon season
Doctors warn that working repeatedly in damp conditions can cause fungal infections and flu
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LHC overturns rape conviction after finding major 'flaws'
Court cites contradictions, delayed FIR, lack of medical or forensic evidence
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Falak Javed arrested in sedition, fake video cases
She was taken into custody from Lahore’s Ichhra area after going into hiding for over a year
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Unofficial results show PPP leads in Sindh local body by-elections
Election Commission has released tentative results for all 28 seats, with PPP candidates winning 21 of them
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Conjunctivitis outbreak sends eye drop, rose water prices soaring in twin cities
3,000 patients visit major eye hospitals in just three days; experts advise avoid direct light, contact with others
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Cancer patients in Rawalpindi to get free treatment at Holy Family Hospital
Treatment of tumours of kidney, lungs, breast, liver, bladder, other parts of body possible with cryoablation machine
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CII backtracks on withholding tax ruling, says no final decision made
Council clarifies reports suggesting it had reached a definitive conclusion are misleading
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Want a cheaper ride? Govt allows used car imports, but at a steep price
Only used cars less than five years old can be imported until June 30, 2026
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Man named Mohsin takes his complaint to new heights in capital—literally!
Protester climbs Islamabad tower over Rs2,000 fine, demands Interior Minister personal assurance
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PM Shehbaz urges IMF to consider flood damages in bailout review
IMF mission to visit Islamabad from September 25 to October 8 for second review of Pakistan’s economy under the EFF
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Jalalpur Pirwala lives remain submerged in floodwaters
Floods affect 27 districts of Punjab, inundating 4,700 villages, impacting nearly 4.7 million people
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Lahore–Karachi train derails at Kotri station
Track restoration estimate to take over five hours, train operations currently suspended
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WB pledges record $40 billion for Pakistan reforms
PM Shehbaz lauds Bank support during COVID-19, 2022 floods
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Government partners with Huawei to train Pakistani youth in IT skills
Up to 300,000 slots available
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Crypto goes legit in Pakistan as govt rolls out licences
Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority invites global crypto service providers to apply to operate in country
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Want a cheaper ride? Govt allows used car imports, but at a steep price
Only used cars less than five years old can be imported until June 30, 2026
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PSX closes slightly up by 0.18% with range-bound sessions
Gains in key sectors lift sentiment amid hopes pinned on PM’s push for concessional support from lenders
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Gold prices hold at record highs in global, local markets
International bullion trades steady at $3,770 per ounce
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Stocks recover modestly to close near 158k
KSE-100 index adds 390 points as late profit-taking trims gains
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ADB vows to continue boosting investment
Regional head calls Pakistan priority country under development programme
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SIFC intervention sought as CAREC project stalls
Delays threaten $472m ADB-backed Indus Highway upgrade, with Chinese consortium warning of risks to credibility
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Deeper ties with ASEAN sought
Jam Kamal urges envoys to invest in SEZs, eyes partnerships in tech & skills
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Over 310 kanals of land worth billions recovered
Ceremony was attended by Secretary Industries and Production Saif Anjum, NAB officials, and Director General Freedoon
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Japan intends to invest in Reko Diq project
Finance Division supports proposal, rules out any capital flight
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Call to accelerate work on multi-purpose berths
Major capacity expansion planned at Port Qasim to boost exports
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Gold nears Rs400,000 per tola
Safe-haven demand pushes metal up by Rs5,100; rupee posts 33rd straight gain
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Pakistani fintechs tap Saudi market
Vision 2030, defence pact open doors for IT sector to play bigger role in KSA
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PSX hovers near 158,000 mark as banking, cement stocks drive modest gains
Market volumes were recorded at 1.52 billion shares, reflecting active participation from investors
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TRG's legal battle with ex-CEO imperils export giant's future
Dispute over control, offshore assets and misconduct allegations clouds future of $100m tech exporter
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At least 20 injured in Yemen’s drone strike on Israel
Drone launched from Yemen hit a hotel in Israel's Red Sea resort city of Eilat on the border with Jordan and Egypt
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Russian finance ministry proposes VAT hike to fund war in Ukraine
VAT will rise from 20% to 22% in 2026 to help fund military spending in the fifth year of Ukraine war
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US allies’ support for Palestinian statehood puts Trump’s Israel policy to test
Britain, France, Canada, Australia recognized Palestine at UN in a major diplomatic shift on Sunday
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Saudi Grand Mufti passes away
Al-Asheikh was appointed to the position in 1999
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Iran, E3 in high-stakes talks over return of UN sanctions
French, German, UK ministers meet Iranian counterpart
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Saudi Arabia to invest in Pakistan, says Asif
Pakistan fought America's wars against the Soviet Union, which were "never our wars,"
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Trump backs Israel, rejects Palestinian state
Tells western Europe their countries are 'going to hell' in combative UN speech
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India to hold biggest drone exercise
Indian military will hold exercise 'Cold Start'
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Xi makes rare visit to Xinjiang
Rare visit to Tibet in August during celebrations to mark the region's 60th anniversary
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WHO rebukes US president
Sees no autism links to Tylenol, vaccines
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Turkey facing worst drought in 50 years
The month of July was the hottest in 55 years
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Trump, Muslim leaders explore Gaza peace options
US president hosts PM Shehbaz, other leaders; Discusses sending 'Muslim troops' to enclave
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India see off Bangladesh to book Asia Cup final spot
Winner in Pakistan and Bangladesh match on Thursday to decide who faces India in final
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Alcaraz expects Sinner to come back stronger
The Italian seed admitted he needed to overhaul his "predictable" game
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Abrar Ahmed surges towards top spot
A host of players featuring in Asia Cup 2025 made important gains in the rankings
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USA Cricket suspended by world governing body ICC
ICC cites governance failures and reputational damage in suspending national board membership
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Djokovic's 'tennis dad' Nikola Pilic dies aged 87
Nikola Pilic, a French Open finalist and Davis Cup-winning captain, shaped legends like Djokovic
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With Suarez back, Inter Miami eye NYCFC in key MLS clash
Lionel Messi’s brilliance and Luis’s return boost Miami’s push in playoff race
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UN experts call for ban on Israel from international football amid unfolding genocide in Palestine
The call is directed at FIFA and UEFA, who have been complacent in taking any action against Israel
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US hails 'gladiator' DeChambeau as Ryder Cup controversy swirls
Teammates laud DeChambeau’s fiery energy, calling him an explosive X-factor and true showman
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Brilliant Marquez poised to seal seventh MotoGP title in Japan
The 32-year-old has been in unstoppable form this year
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MLB approves 'robot umpires' for 2026
Human umpires will still call balls and strikes
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Kane 'welcome' to make Spurs return: Frank
Spurs reportedly have buy-back clause next summer
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Real Madrid thrash Levante as Mbappe hits brace
Alonso's side maintained their 100 percent record
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Isak scores first Liverpool goal in League Cup win, Chelsea survive scare
Ekitike scored late winner against the Saints but was immediately dismissed for second bookable offence
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Howe confident Newcastle will find 'X factor'
The Magpies are 13th in the Premier League table with just one win in five matches
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Scheffler expects Trump visit to boost USA at Ryder Cup
The Americans will face holders Europe at the Bethpage Black course