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Special passes for Afg-Pak cargo transport
Smoothing of Pak-Afghan trade which recently halted for ten days over conditions of visas by truck drivers
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PSX faces volatility amid political uncertainty
KSE-100 index lost 810 points, or 1.3% WoW, settles at 63,002.92
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Indonesia c bank: No room to cut rates
BI raised key policy rate by 250 basis points from Aug 2022 to Oct 2023
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Govt to reconsider privatisation of LNG plants
Ministerial group cites challenges, risks in circular debt-plagued power sect
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Ethiopian delegation calls on FM
Express interest in learning from Pakistan’s economic experiences
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Cotton production up 75%
Favourable weather, govt support drive growth, but rising costs pose challenges
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Auto industry anticipates sales boost post elections
Stable prices, reduced interest rates forecasted to drive demand
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Industrial subsidies burden may be cut by 91%
Plan will increase burden on consumers using over 400 units by 41% or Rs22 billion
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HFH complex reopens next week
Interim Punjab CM inaugurates project before completion
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Rawalpindi’s traffic relief initiative unveiled
Rs8.2b signal-free corridor project to stretch from Pirwadhai Mor to Katchery Chowk
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Human trafficker gets 147-year jail term
The convict used to collect Rs1 million to Rs2.5 million from innocent citizens
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Pindi courts see rise in matrimonial disputes
Police register cases of 41 women, who either left their homes or were abducted for rape
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President rejects appeal of workplace harasser
Dr Alvi stresses serious consequences of harassment on women
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PAC hosts vibrant Kashmir solidarity event
Showcases Kashmir history & culture; lively performances echo sentiments of support
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Man kills niece in courtroom
The police said they had started an investigation into the incident
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Constable booked over alleged rape of youth
Suspect ‘assaulted’ victim at gunpoint, threatened to kill him
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Delivery boy’s suspected killers held
Accused allegedly shot and killed the delivery boy after having a argument on the payment for the pizza
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Traders introduced to ‘Track and Trace’ system
Chief commissioner urged traders to create awareness about the system
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Traffic penalties prove ineffective
City records over 0.5m violations in a month
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Five terror suspects netted in Punjab
The arrested suspects belong to the banned organization Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)
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Main parties ‘neglect women’
Only two adhere to Election Commission’s gender quota
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Education board discrepancies
Findings uncovered by inquiry committee paint disturbing picture of systemic flaws within institution
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Indebted nation
Pakistan’s national debt has shot up to almost 75% of GDP in the latest finance ministry report on the subject
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Another day, another conviction
Iddat case reflects political vendetta at work and has left a bad taste for societal ethics
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Boredom and the quest for novelty
When one feels disconnected from one’s routine activities, boredom signals need for change
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Civilian supremacy’s last chance for a generation
Khan and his supporters have shown extraordinary courage in the face of brutal state repression
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Has the bell for democracy already tolled in Pakistan?
Civilian governments in Pakistan have not been rising on shoulders of public power but borrowed power from military
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Uzbekistan policies show the way to developing world
Uzbek leader’s campaign worked given Chinese enterprises with investment participation were second largest in country
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SC urged to probe allegations of manipulation in Panamagate
Islamabad Bar Association recommends inquiry be conducted by SC itself under its ample powers
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PM seeks UAE investment in aviation, tourism
Kakar says two countries enjoy brotherly ties
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Ensure Imran’s presence on next hearing: ATCs
Anti-terrorism courts directed prosecution to ensure presence of Imran via video link in FIRs regarding May 9 riots
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K-P gearing up for an interesting election
PTI seems to be the party to beat in the province, however its legal troubles will aid the likes of JUI-F
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700 power feeders trip as heavy rains cause urban flooding in Karachi
Intense rain results in flooding on various roads, causing motorcycles and cars to come to a standstill
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ECP declares Qureshi ineligible to contest polls for five years
Decision comes days after ex-FM was awarded 10 years imprisonment in the high-profile cypher case
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High Commission participates in New Delhi charity bazaar
The event showcased Pakistani cuisines and traditional clothing, promoting cultural diplomacy
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Fear and triumph as Indian holy city mosque dispute heats up
Tensions rise in Varanasi as Hindus seek control of Gyanvapi mosque; local court orders mosque basement open to Hindus
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Iddat case verdict termed ‘assault on women's autonomy’
WAF says ruling sets a dangerous precedent for state intrusion into the private lives of citizens
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Bilawal accuses Nawaz of political machination in Sindh
Claims PML-N Quaid trying to make inroads into Sindh via 'puppet govt'
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India to replace troops in Maldives with civilians by May
The first set of Indian troops will leave by March 10 and the rest by May 10
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Will not rest until Pakistan becomes stable: Nawaz
Former PM zeroes in on country’s youth, claims young people rallying behind PML-N
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Experts don't foresee 'independent' candidate becoming PM post-election
Say the political chessboard has not been rearranged to let PTI come to power again
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The colour of the wind: Kaleem Khan’s wonderful world
To view the masterly work of Kaleem Khan is to lose oneself in the immensity of nature
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Will die instead of striking deal: Imran
PTI announces it will challenge Iddat case verdict in high court
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FIA initiates inquiry against Aleema Khan for 'anti-state' speech
Aleema warned of legal action over no-show
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Election work completed, says ECP
Says 149,000 staff trained to perform duties on Feb 8
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US launches strikes in Iraq, Syria, nearly 40 reported killed
Despite the strikes Pentagon says does not want war with Iran; Iraq delivers formal protest to US
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Women’s participation in elections urged
NCSW chairperson said women were facing severe issues in their political campaigns, besides security concerns
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Export processing zone to be set up on PSM land
Stakeholders Group warns decision will have ‘disastrous consequences’
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Interim govt seals plan to privatise PIA
Fawad says cabinet to give final approval
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Rain forecast for Balochistan, Sindh
Westerly wave is affecting Balochistan, Sindh and is likely to approach upper parts from tonight
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Karachi court grants bail to SSP’s son arrested in DHA snap-check altercation with police
Directa suspect to furnish surety bonds worth Rs50,000
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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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'Four in ten children exposed to lead'
UNICEF, govt report raises alarm over serious health, cognitive risks
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President witnesses signing of JVA, MoUs
Protocols cover machinery, livestock and medical tech
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PM orders fast-track rules for virtual assets
Urges measures to provide training to youth in modern technologies
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Airline resumes service as regional tensions ease
Resumption comes after approximately 50 days of halted operations triggered by the Iran-US conflict
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Kerosene cut, light diesel surges
Kerosene decreases Rs4.45/litre, to Rs360.76/litre; light diesel costlier by Rs17.03/litre to Rs287.54/litre
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Pakistan, Türkiye reaffirm strategic ties
The Turkish leadership expressed support for Islamabad's constructive role in addressing regional challenges
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Terrorist attacks drop 42% in April
Casualties decline for second straight month, reveals report
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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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ME conflict to slow MENAP economies: IMF
Pakistan's programme on track but energy, food costs and remittances at risk
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Fuel, power tariffs drive SPI up 14.52%
Weekly inflation climbs 0.62%; food prices also escalate
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Yen jumps on suspected intervention
US stock indexes rose, while most major European markets were closed for holidays
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Steps on to execute refinery policy
SIFC urges relevant ministries to resolve sales tax waiver issue
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PSX slides 4.5% as geopolitics rattle investors
KSE-100 sheds 7,678 points amid US-Iran tensions, oil shock & rate hike
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Human capital ranking falls
Faces 'skill trap' on low education outcomes, minimal training
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Asia shares find hope in tech resilience, oil off peak
Asia rallies as oil pulls back from peak, tech earnings lift spirits and Japan steadies yen
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War can cost Pakistan $10b to $68b
Fallout may halve exports, slash remittances by 40%, push inflation to 17%
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SBP reserves jump $730m on Eurobond
Central bank deposits climb to $15.8b; gold gains on softer dollar
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Pakistan fights US forced labour probe
Steering committee approves draft submission as public hearing runs from April 28 to May 14
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FBR's tax shortfall hits Rs683b
Revenue collection reaches Rs10.26tr; IMF approves two-step fuel tax hike
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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









































































































