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Privatisation is no panacea
A common catchphrase in policy circles is, “It is not the government’s job to do business”
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The Saudi touch
Pakistan has always been in a win-win situation owing to the benevolence of the Saudi leadership
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Deadly rains
Pakistan alone reported at least 50 fatalities, predominantly in the northwestern province of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
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Roti prices
In Punjab tandoor owners and workers are now being arrested for failing to observe the government’s rate list
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SMEs to get affordable credit facilities
Cabinet discusses financing structure on pattern of other developing states
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Textile millers advocate export-centric policies
Demand reduction in energy, tax rates to become competitive globally
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Global financial giants back Pakistan’s economic reforms
WB, ADB, and IFC affirm support, highlight international confidence in economic agenda
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Pharma industry needs urgent reforms
PPMA chief seeks govt intervention to make sector regionally competitive
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Stocks extend losses on profit-taking
KSE-100 index drops 150.34 points, settles at 70,333.32
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SBP penalises 7 more banks for forex violations
Imposes fines of Rs775.54m on financial entities amid low foreign reserves
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Rupee depreciates to four-week low
Gold continues to surge, stands at new record high
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Car sales decline by 36.9% in FY2024
PAMA also reports dips of 45.2% in truck sales and 39% in bus sales
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$10m climate financing initiative launched
Activity aims to advance Pakistan’s capacity to respond to climate change effectively
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Pakistan to miss budget deficit goal
Report shows gap to remain at 7.4% of GDP, nearly Rs1tr above deficit limit
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Balochistan cabinet formation ‘imminent’
Balochistan cabinet formation ‘imminent’
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Aid pledges elevate NMDs’ prospects
ADB commits $1b, WB $500m for infrastructure, energy, and education
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Glacier melting triggers flood alert in K-P
PDMA takes decisive actions in flood relief
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Another power jolt in offing
Discos seek Rs2.9402 per unit on account of fuel adjustment for March
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Govt to upgrade teacher training institutes
Shehzad Roy representing Zindagi Trust, provided a briefing to the Chief Secretary
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Sindh govt to encash Rs180b guarantees submitted to SC
Sharjeel says counters at ports to ensure timely registration of imported vehicles
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Sindh cabinet swells to 18 as eight more ministers inducted
Governor Kamran Tessori administers oath to newly inducted ministers at Governor House
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‘Educated women raise cultured families’
Seminar highlights role of women in nation building
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Plea against Aseefa's unopposed election transferred to SHC Hyd bench
Another SHC bench seeks ECP response on Sunni Ittehad Council plea for reserved seats
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Court grants physical remand of SHO accused of custodial death
Defence lawyer puts onus on Clifton SP who took alleged extortionist to private location
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Mehsud jirga decides to ostracize criminals in their midst
Says no legal, moral help for robbery, street crime culprits
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Four killed over land dispute
Accomplice of armed attackers among the dead
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Over 3,000 wild animals seized
Rs2.5 million worth of fines imposed on 168 accused in crackdown against wildlife smuggling
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Thousands await school books
Distribution in govt institutions to be completed six weeks into academic year
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Lahore Development Plan to be monitored with GIS
The National Engineering Services of Pakistan and environment specialists will also provide assistance in the plan
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Ex-governor challenges jail trial
former governor Umar Sarfraz Cheema, challenging his trial in jail following the May 9 riots
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‘Taxation reforms’ key to sustainable economy
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says government is committed to economic reform
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Over 17 political trends on ‘X’ flagged ‘sensitive’
CTD report says political trends targeted general elections and national security institutions
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Dum Pukht gains popularity in twin cities
The Turkish delight has captured the hearts & palates of Pindi and Islamabad residents
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ECP’s role ends after election win notification: SC
Judge says stopping polling after printing of ballot papers will be inappropriate
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FM Dar to visit China in coming weeks
Sources say both side in process of finalising the dates for the visit
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Ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed faces army inquiry
Panel to probe former spy master for misuse of authority
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‘Workplace diversity an invaluable asset’
American diplomat presses for equity, accessibility, inclusion in hiring
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Cleanliness drive starts in ICT schools
Official says it aims to cultivate a sense of civic responsibility among students
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Axe falls on Murree THQ medical superintendent
Patients express dissatisfaction with quality of treatment during CM’s visit
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Pakistan Railway set to launch Safari tourist train
The ride will offer scenic views of the Indus and 18th-century infrastructure
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Rains raise dengue concerns in Rawalpindi
The present spell of rain could escalate the breeding of dengue larvae
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Privatisation of public schools begins
Under first phase, six primary and girls schools will be privatised in district Rawalpindi
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Naomi Watts and Charlize Theron bring daughters to Dior's Brooklyn fashion showcase
Other celebrities gracing the occasion include Anya Taylor-Joy, Rosamund Pike, and Michelle Williams.
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US, Chinese defence chiefs hold first talks since 2022
Lloyd Austin and Dong Jun discuss bilateral ties, regional and global security issues, says Pentagon spokesman
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Netflix subscriber growth in focus as gains from password-sharing crackdown seen easing
Netflix is expected to add 5 million subscribers in the first quarter ended March
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Telegram to hit one billion users within a year, founder says
Founder and CEO of the messaging app Pavel Durov says 'Telegram is spreading like forest fire'
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China's gigantic telescope detects over 900 new pulsars
Fast-spinning neutron stars, or pulsars, originate from supernova explosions of massive dying stars' imploded cores
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Seven terrorists killed as infiltration bid from Afghanistan foiled
ISPR urges interim Afghan govt to ensure effective border management, deny use of Afghan soil by terrorists
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Hijab-clad Muslim women barred from entering café in Delhi
Incident adds to a concerning trend of harassment faced by hijabi women and students in Modi’s India
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SHC orders govt to restore X in one week
PTA acknowledges it had been ordered by interior ministry to shut the site down
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Truce hangs by a thread as Hormuz heats up
Iran, US exchange fire amid push to reopen Strait Two oil tankers and UAE's oil facility in Fujairah hit US
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10 found dead as Karachi sizzles
10 found dead as Karachi sizzles
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FCC disagrees with SC's wedlock policy verdict
FCC disagrees with SC's wedlock policy verdict
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22 Iranian crew repatriated via Pakistan
US releases MV Touska crew as confidence-building measure; Pakistan facilitates transfer to Iran
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Somali pirates demand direct talks with Pakistan
Ansar Burney Trust says sea raiders shared photos of 17 crew, including 10 Pakistanis
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Bilawal salutes unity, armed forces
PPP chairman marks Marka-e-Haq, praising national cohesion
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Imran family irked at PTI leadership
Sisters urge party to gather at Adiala Jail
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IHC rejects buyers' claims in building dispute
Upholds CDA lease cancellation in One Constitution Avenue case
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IMF seeks removal of SWF powers
Wealth fund reduced to holding company without direct asset sale rights
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MEPCO losses worry regulator
NEPRA questions Rs119b spending plan, seeks assessment of benefits
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SBP injects over Rs4.6tr via OMOs
Gold falls Rs3,800 per tola as global prices drop 2%
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Nishat Group's Rafhan Maize deal cleared
CCP authorises major shareholding shift in phase-I review
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Private sector lending slumps at 22%
Assets hit Rs60tr, industry left behind; Pakistan half of India, Bangladesh levels
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FBR shortfall puts budget targets under question
Business leaders suggest policies must reflect ground realities to achieve tangible outcomes
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Refinery output up 10.7%, OMC sales down 7%
Diesel production jumps 15.1% as retail demand drops on higher fuel prices
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PSX holds gains in choppy trade
Index ends up 955 points as early rally fades on geopolitical jitters
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Cement despatches rise 11.14% in April
Local sales up 20.17% as exports decline 18.22%, data shows
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UAE owes it to investors to produce without restrictions, energy minister says
UAE move seen as weakening OPEC's clout over oil markets, could initiate output boom, fall in crude prices
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KSE-100 index gains over 900 points amid geopolitical tensions, profit-taking
The index hit 167,245.54 intraday, then fell to 163,417.84 as profit-taking set in later on the day
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Oil up as US-Iran deal remains elusive
Brent crude futures were up $1.22, or 1.1%, to $109.39 a barrel at 0909 GMT after settling down $2.23 on Friday
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Green hydrogen for energy security
Import dependence, global shocks push Pakistan to explore low-carbon alternatives
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Biometric cure for circular debt?
Telecom, banking success shows identity linking can fix utility recoveries
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Truce hangs by a thread as Hormuz heats up
Iran, US exchange fire amid push to reopen Strait Two oil tankers and UAE's oil facility in Fujairah hit US
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Hindu nationalist BJP wins West Bengal polls
Congress alliance clinches Kerala
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War fails to cripple Iran's nuclear capability
US intelligence indicates limited new damage to nuclear program, sources say
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Brent oil prices jump 5% on rising tensions over Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude futures rise 5.2% to $113.78, while WTI gains 3.1% to $105.11 a barrel
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Trump says Iran will be 'blown off the face of the earth' if it targets US vessels
Asserts that US has the best equipment, stuff all over the world, and can use all of it if needed
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US claims destruction of Iranian boats, Iran denies reports via state media
A senior military official denies US claim that several Iranian military boats had been sunk
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Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles
UAE says attacks pose direct threat to security, reserves its 'full and legitimate right' to respond
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17 killed in Israeli attacks in Lebanon in last 24 hours, death toll nears 2,700
Israel’s latest strikes further violate a temporary ceasefire in place since April 17
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UAE owes it to investors to produce without restrictions, energy minister says
UAE move seen as weakening OPEC's clout over oil markets, could initiate output boom, fall in crude prices
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Kentucky Derby 2026: Mike Smith aims to become oldest winning jockey at 59
Mike Smith eyes record as oldest Kentucky Derby winner at 59 with contender So Happy at Churchill Downs
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Kostyuk claims first Madrid Open title
World number 23 beat Andreeva 6-3, 7-5
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Barcelona on verge of Liga title
Lewandowski and Torres strike late to secure a 2–1 win at Osasuna
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PSG held by Lorient
Goals from both sides end in a 2–2 draw in Paris
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Arsenal go six points clear of Man City
Arteta's side demolished Fulham with a three-goal first half blitz
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Napoli frustrate Como in Serie A stalemate
Draw helps Inter extend a nine-point lead
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Hardie’s all-round brilliance powers Zalmi to second HBL PSL title
Batting first, Kingsmen are bowled out for 129; Samad’s 48 and Hardie’s 58 seal win with 28 balls to spare
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Young fires 67 to seize PGA lead
Jordan Spieth, Alex Smalley and Nick Taylor shared second
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Paralympic champion Zanardi dies
The former Formula One driver lost both legs in an accident
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Lecce win relegates Pisa and Verona from Serie A
The victory helped them occupy the last safe space in Serie A
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Leeds beat Burnley to virtually secure EPL survival
Their 3-1 victory secured them a spot in the next season
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An Australian’s tears
Hyderabad captain Labuschagne burst into tears after qualifying for PSL 11 final
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Pistons, Raptors survive as Lakers progress in NBA playoffs
Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination against Orlando
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Sinner, Zverev reach Madrid Open final
The second seed dispatched promising Belgian Alexander Blockx 6-2, 7-5
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Norris on sprint pole as McLaren shine again
The 26-year-old Briton outpaced Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli









































































































