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Major AI chips designer chases $30b market
Nvidia building new unit to design chips for cloud computing firms
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Job cuts expected at banks in Asia
Japan, India offer hope amid market turmoil in China
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Auto industry seeks growth via diversification
Local companies pivot to new products to curb imports, build economic resilience
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Exports to Afghanistan rise 3.63% in 6 months
Recorded at $260.716m during Jul-Dec 2023-24
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Bitcoin surges in biggest weekly rally in four months
Rises 5% to one-month high on increased buying ahead of April’s halving
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Forex reserves dip $173m to $8.04b
SBP attributes decrease to debt repayment; rupee appreciates slightly
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Global youth solidarity
World Youth Festival: global platform for youth leaders to discuss democracy, imperialism, and emerging trends
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Speculative thinking and the future
Stability in thought, cognitive dissonance and unsustainable future are agenda of today’s writing
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Structural imbalances
Amid political chatter, delve into systemic misconfigurations impacting national well-being
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Towards a counter-cultural education
Humans are distinguishable from other animals by their self-consciousness or awareness of conscious
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PDM 2.0?
Post-ballot trajectory is one of chaos and confusion, marred by serious allegations of irregularities
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Hindutva in secular guise
Uniform Civil Code has significant privacy implications
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Changes to Electricity Act sought
Govt wants modernisation of law in line with new realities in power sector
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Fractious poll fertile ground for disinformation
PTI and PML-N were both falsely claimed to have called for election boycotts
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PPP, NP strengthen position in Balochistan
BAP, BNP suffer major blows; most heavyweights retain seats
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Gandapur may be next K-P CM
PTI acquires simple majority in province; doesn’t need other party’s seats
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Giants suffer drubbing
Political titans tumble in home turfs as PTI-backed candidates storm polls, defying poll projections
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PTI's unexpected falter in Rawalpindi division
Former ruling party failed to retain any seats in the historically significant region
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PTI secures two-thirds majority in NA, claims Imran
Ex-premier congratulates supporters for 'winning' this year’s polls
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Mastermind of deadly Balochistan blasts killed in Qilla Saifullah IBO
Abdul Shakoor of Da'ish planned to conduct high-profile suicide bombing attacks in province
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UK acknowledges ‘serious concerns’ about election ‘fairness’
We regret that not all parties were formally permitted to contest polls, says British Foreign Secretary
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Pakistan polls: Post results, what are likely scenarios for parties?
No party appears to have gained clear majority to form government on its own
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Advice of journalists, anchors, analysts to PML-N: ‘Vote Ko Izzat Do’
Renowned media figures, analysts urge Nawaz Sharif to submit to mandate of winners and concede defeat
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Govt says 56 incidents reported on election day despite suspension of cellular services
Ministers justify mobile service suspension, say Qilla Saifullah attack 'device bomb attached to motorcycle'
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PTI's Shoaib Shaheen to seek 'legal recourse' against NA-47 results
Shaheen alleges his votes added to PML-N's Tariq Fazal Chaudhry's; says wrote to DCO, ECP but got no response
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PSX plunges 3.68% after 'election upset'
Benchmark index stood at 62,760 points, experiencing a net loss of 2.16%
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Déjà vu in K-P
2024 polls prove a nightmare for parties
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Voting ‘more important’ than internet access
C’Wealth observers group head expresses satisfaction with the electoral process
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Envoy urges Pakistan-India nuclear confidence talks
Ambassador to US calls for dialogue to resolve Kashmir dispute
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Water scarcity sparks dam project scrutiny
Ministry of Water Resources once again addresses crisis caused by Neelum-Jhelum project
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Rashid loses both seats
Rashid accepts defeat in NA-56, NA-57, Rawalpindi
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Elections held transparently, peacefully: CEC
Sikandar Sultan Raja claimed that election results will be accepted by all
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Nawaz stresses ‘full mandate’ to resolve issues
Says majority gained by a party would eliminate reliance on others
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Public’s poll participation reflects confidence in Imran: PTI
Says Imran remained committed steadfast to constitutional principles, legality, and democratic norms
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In NA, magic number this time is 169
This is amount of seats required to secure simple majority
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Bilawal concerned at ‘incredibly slow’ pace of results
PPP raises concerns over opaque polling in a letter to ECP
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PTI repeats 2018 sweep of K-P
All rival party heads, several heavyweights lost in PTI stronghold
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A clash between tenacity and technology
Delay in announcement of results casts doubt on polls transparency
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Polling largely remains peaceful
Interior minister, Commonwealth observers review polling process
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Polling remains mostly peaceful
Voters complained about delay in start of voting in some areas
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JI says armed goons took over polling stations
Rehman cites instances of fake voting with ballot papers found outside polling stations
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MQM-P accuses PPP candidate of trying to snatch ballot papers
During violent episode the the Sindh police officials remained silent spectators
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Youth, women turn out in numbers
For first-timers, it was like a dream come true to cast vote
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Complaints of inaccuracies abound in voter lists
ECP officials have categorically declared allegations as false, stating that the voter lists were compiled accurately
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Complaints of voting irregularities in Malir
Family of three informed that their votes had been assigned to three different polling stations
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LG by-polls expected after general elections
More than 15 municipal council members in the run
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Below average turnout in Sindh
Sporadic clashes, polling suspensions, and delayed starts were observed at various places
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Independent springs surprise against PPP
Kot Ghulam Muhammad, historically considered stronghold of PPP, witnessed Kachelo’s unexpected victory
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Impressive women’s turnout
Young female voters dominated the demographics of voters in Multan
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Entrepreneurs seek ethical AI use
Local innovators highlight need for regulations to harness AI’s potential safely
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CPNE elects Kazim Khan unopposed as president, flags press freedom concerns
Participants express concern over decline in government advertising for newspapers
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PM renews commitment for protection, safety and independence of media and journalists on World Press Freedom Day
Vows all possible steps to ensure a conducive environment for journalism
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Journalists warn of rising regulatory control over media, highlight link between financial and editorial independence
Call for safeguarding ethical journalism in evolving threat landscape in event to mark World Press Freedom Day
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Hotel owner, staff booked for assaulting food delivery rider in Karachi
Rider says he went to a hotel near Hill Park Chowrangi on May 1 when the incident occurred
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Karachi snap-check row takes new turn as SSP’s son released on bail; inquiry ordered
Court grants bail to accused as inquiry launched against SI Shehzan over altercation video; report sought in 3 days
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Karachi's residents left parched as water supply drops to a trickle
Breakdown at Dhabeji pumping station leaves several areas without water for six days
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PM Shehbaz orders formulation of strategy to stabilise electricity tariffs
Orders strict action on power theft, stresses reliable energy for industry and relief for homes
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PTI and allies plan nationwide rallies demanding Imran’s release, constitutional protection
Speakers call on judiciary and legal community to uphold the rule of law
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Pakistan rejects UK envoy’s 'one-sided' remarks on cross-border attacks by Afghan Taliban
FO says cross-border attacks and infiltration continue from Afghanistan despite Pakistan’s gesture of ceasefire pause
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PM Shehbaz felicitates Iraq’s new premier, vows stronger bilateral ties
Sharif expresses optimism for enhanced cooperation on regional peace and prosperity
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Saudi Arabia imposes 15-year minimum age limit for Hajj pilgrims
PAA says visas of affected pilgrims stand cancelled, Saudi authorities assure full refunds to those affected
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FCC dismisses Balochistan govt appeal, strikes down lifetime perks for former chief secretaries
Says no legal basis for lifetime perks to retired chief secretaries
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PMD issues heatwave alert for Karachi as temperatures may soar to 41°C
'Feels-like' temperature in city may reach up to 50°C as heatwave grips most parts of province
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Dar reaffirms Pakistan's commitment to peace in call with Kuwaiti FM
Both ministers agree to remain in close contact as Kuwaiti FM lauds Pakistan's efforts for lasting peace, security
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Trump pours cold water on Iran's new peace attempt
US president says he's not satisfied with latest plans; Tehran accuses Washington of 'excessive approach'
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Fibre deficit is bottleneck for 5G
Only 18% of country's 58,423 cell sites were fiberised as of June 2025
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NTC ensures swift dumping action
Tariff body strengthens safeguards to shield industry from unfair competition
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25,000MT tuna quota secured
Maritime official elected chair of IOTC committee for first time in 28 years
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Dairy sector seeks tax cut from 18% to 10%
US urges Pakistani companies to invest as tax woes mount at home
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Chinese firm flags export delays
Cabinet clears donkey meat export within hours of shutdown announcement
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Business leaders oppose 286% gas tariff hike
SSGC petition includes Rs312b interest on GDS receivables, Rs16b Balochistan shortfall
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Minister courts Pakistani investors
Highlights agriculture, IT, textiles, real estate, oil and gas sector among others
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FinMin urges banks to boost cyber defence
Virtual meeting focuses on AI-driven threats, REITs reform to formalise real estate investment
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Pakistan eyes boost in rice exports to Oman
Multi-sector delegation of importers to arrive in third week of May
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Credit flow weakness limits growth potential
Research cites funding remains misaligned with sectoral dynamics
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'Pay workers before sweat dries,' says minister
BISP chairperson reaffirms social protection for working-class families
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Pakistan, S Korea agree to speedily finalise CEPA
Jam Kamal assures Korean counterpart of addressing challenges faced by companies
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Exporters decry high costs, policy neglect
Pakistan Apparel Forum warns of industrial shutdown as production costs hit record high
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Trump says US will take over Cuba 'almost immediately'
'On way back from Iran,' US aircraft carrier could be deployed to force nation into submission, says US president
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Trump pours cold water on Iran's new peace attempt
Iran submits 'revised proposals' through Pakistan US president says he's not satisfied with latest plans T
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Gaza flotilla activists taken to Crete
176 people disembarked at Greece port
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Israeli army demolishes Christian monastery, nuns' school in southern Lebanon
Israel’s offensive in Lebanon since March 2 has killed over 2,600 and displaced 1 million
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Trump says he will raise tariffs on EU autos to 25%
Says 100b dollars were invested on plants to built automobiles on US soil under MAGA initiative
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Gaza aid flotilla activists taken to Crete after Israeli interception
Israeli navy moves 168 flotilla crew to Greek boats; taken ashore safely by buses
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Trump's attacks on Europe's leaders worsen transatlantic frost
More worrying for Europe, the US has floated punishing NATO allies over Iran support.
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UN chief Guterres says money owed by US is 'non-negotiable'
Says UN will reform to be more effective, cost-efficient, and deliver for people
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UK man appears in court over stabbing of Muslim man, two Jewish men in London
Remanded in custody until his next appearance at London's Old Bailey court on May 15
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Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest
Dujarric added that the only viable political solution in Myanmar "must be based on immediate cessation of violence
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Bangladesh seals Boeing jet deal, shifts from Airbus
Boeing will supply a mix of narrow-body and wide-body aircraft, including 10 787 Dreamliners and four 737 MAX jets
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'Saudi backers are fully behind Newcastle'
The Saudi backers took control at St James' Park in October 2021
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Flick happy Raphinha back for Barca
Barcelona are 11 points clear of second-place Real Madrid
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FIFA to review ticket strategy
The strategy will be reviewed for 2030 World Cup
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PSG closing in on another French title
They are top, six points clear of challengers Lens with four games to play
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Formula One drivers welcome rule tweaks
Most drivers said the changes would reduce dangers
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Arsenal aim to extend EPL lead
They are going toe-to-toe with Man City in the title race
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T-Wolves eliminate Denver Nuggets
Sixth-seeded Minnesota will play the San Antonio Spurs in the semis
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Fixture pile-up no excuse for Man City in title race: Guardiola
Guardiola's second-placed side are three points behind leaders Arsenal
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Wood punishes Digne blunder
Forest earn Europa semi-final lead against Villa
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LIV Golf looking for new partners
Saudi Arabia reportedly will stop financing at the end of the season
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Antonelli bids for F1 hat-trick
The Formula 1 action returns in Miami this week
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Afghan women footballers celebrate 'historic moment'
They will in future be eligible to qualify for the Women's World Cup
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Parker leaves Burnley after relegation
Their fate was confirmed after a home defeat by Man City
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Sawe receives hero's welcome in Kenya
He made history in London marathon on Sunday
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Champion Zhao Xintong succumbs to 'Crucible curse'
He suffered a 13-10 quarter-final defeat against Shaun Murphy







































































































