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Thalassemia patients suffered as Covid hit blood donation drives
NA deputy speaker addresses World Blood Donor Day ceremony
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Short circuit triggers fire in Bara Market
Valuables worth Rs20m reportedly burnt to ashes
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Two gangs busted, seven members held
Cash, gold ornaments, mobile phones as well as illegal weapons recovered
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Armed robbers loot clinic in Gulistan Colony
The robbers stole Rs0.3 million and six mobile phones from the staff and patients.
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Bonded labour eradicated in ICT, IHC informed
Officials submit report to court after visiting brick kilns
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SBP moves to enhance stability
Foundation of Islamic banking lies in compliance with Shariah rules and principles
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Alvi for promoting quality education
President asked HEC to adopt a cooperative approach and enhance communication with universities
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Rupee weakens against dollar
Rupee weakened against the US dollar at Rs156.19 in the inter-bank market on Monday
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SBP relaxes regulations for goods export
Amendments will help promote ease of doing business
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Refineries raise observations over Finance Bill
Say certain amendments may hurt efforts to generate cash flow
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USF board approves Rs2.14b contracts
Aims to provide high-speed internet to 2.2m people in areas of Punjab, K-P
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Initiatives launched to steer business
PRMI and two online platforms will make regulatory environment business friendly
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World Bank, ADB delay $1b loans
Approval postponed due to failure to meet some conditions, deadlock in IMF talks
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DRAP striving to help pharma sector grow
CEO says authority working to steer ease of doing business to support companies
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‘Pandemic-related trade barriers are rising’
WTO head seeks to bring down restrictions to move medical goods faster
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Textile sector requests meeting with Shaukat Tarin
Says its demands were not considered in federal budget for fiscal year 2021-22
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No new taxes imposed
Provincial government proposes cut in tax rates for 10 additional services from 16% to 5%
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Nowhere to go
It is sheer cruelty to render people homeless without providing them with alternative accommodation
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Bulldozing bills
Opposition’s complaint that parliamentary bills are being bulldozed is pretty justified
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The 1991 accord and water management
May 2021 brings about a fresh set of national security threats for Pakistan
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Budget 2021-22: revving up the economy
The PTI government had a bumpy start on the economic front
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Save it from UNraveling
The pandemic has brought new scrutiny to the World Health Organization
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Petrol price likely to be hiked by Rs4.20 per litre
The new rate, if approved, will come into effect from Wednesday
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Change in PM’s stance on Kashmir not a ‘U-turn’: president
People should change their judgement as per developing situations and reasoning, says President Alvi
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Market watch: KSE-100 rallies on budget optimism
Benchmark index soars 421.36 points to settle at 48,726.08
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NATO designates China as ‘systemic’ challenge, security risk to Western alliance
Beijing stated ambitions, assertive behaviour present challenges to rules-based international order, reads communiqué
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‘We must capitalise on our cooperation’, Qureshi tells Russian counterpart
Foreign minister says gas pipeline project between the two countries would commence soon after fresh agreement
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NATO approaches Qatar to seek training base for Afghan forces after withdrawal
NATO's mission in Afghanistan is set to pull out of country in coordination with a US troop withdrawal by Sept 11
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Oil prices rise as demand improves, supplies tighten
IEA expects global demand to return to pre-pandemic levels by end of 2022
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Pakistani startup Abhi attains $2m investment
Based in Karachi, Abhi is a financial wellness platform catering to the needs of employees between pay cycles
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Women allowed to perform Hajj without male guardian
This year’s Hajj will be ‘open for nationals and residents of the kingdom, limited to 60,000 pilgrims’
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Dog, two cats rescued from the bottom of a well
Troubled for months by the mysterious barks of a dog they could not find, villagers alerted rescue workers
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A 'new day' in Israel after Netanyahu unseated
Israel awoke Monday with Jewish nationalist Naftali Bennett at the head of a precarious coalition government
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Man beaten to death in India's Rajasthan over alleged 'cow smuggling'
Another man thrashed in attack under treatment; Police claim arrest of some suspects
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Israel’s new government begins, Netanyahu era ends
A combative Netanyahu, 71, said he would be back sooner than expected
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Unregulated spread of cryptocurrencies a concern, says Italian regulator
Paolo Savona joined a host of institutional leaders who have clamoured for more regulation
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‘Centre committed to Karachi’s development’
Federal planning minister accuses Sindh govt of neglecting metropolis
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Haleem blames PPP for water crisis
Accuses Sindh govt of diverting water supply frombarrages to farmlands of influential people
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Two govt officials among five held for carjacking
Vehicles stolen from Karachi found running as online cabs in Khuzdar
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Samsung enters Europe with Vodafone 5G network deal in Britain
European mobile operators are increasingly considering Samsung to replace China's Huawei as a supplier
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Woman tortured, killed by ‘husband, father-in-law'
Mother-in-law claims ignorance about woman's family, both suspects missing
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Budget to benefit govt’s ATM: PML-N
The budget was based on a lie, and did not have anything new. The indirect taxes will burden the poor, Abbasi said
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Nuclear arms decline stalls as nations modernise arsenals
"We're seeing very significant nuclear modernisation programmes all around the world"
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Biden says Queen Elizabeth asked about Putin and Xi
Biden: "she reminded me of my mother, the look of her and just the generosity"
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Asif Zardari summoned in money laundering reference on June 29
Court also summons co-accused on next hearing of the case
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Mega projects worth Rs24b in pipeline for Rawalpindi
Provincial government will release funds of Rs16 billion for several mega projects
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H-9 college students miss classes due to lodging issue
Hostel was occupied by Pakistan Sweet Home in August, 2012
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‘Students to get 20 marks for planting trees’
Zartaj Gul says legislation will be proposed to make plantation compulsory
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Rain knocks power out of twin cities
Glass ceiling at Islamabad International Airport shatters due to hailstorm
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Sindh announces resumption of classes for grades 6 to 8 from tomorrow
Businesses and commercial activities to now stay closed for one day during the week
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‘Next time it’ll be 60–0,’ Air Vice Marshal Shehryar warns India on Defence Day
Air Vice Marshal invokes 1965 spirit, warns of harsher response to aggression
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Three ‘Cs’ & a ceasefire: how Pakistan won Trump over
The May Pak-India conflict forced US to rethink: Islamabad is once again a pivotal player in its regional strategy
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Pakistan condemns Israel over forced displacement remarks
MOFA says continued expansion of illegal settlements reflects Israel’s disregard for international human rights
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When the breadbasket washes away
Punjab’s floods have imperilled food security, turning Pakistan’s fragile economic outlook murky
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Blast at Bajaur cricket ground kills one, injures child
Panic spreads as explosion rocks local cricket match in restive district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
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Rare 'Blood Moon' eclipse to dazzle Pakistan Sunday
SUPARCO says the eclipse starts 8:30 pm, peaks 1:55 am, with part of the Moon darkened by Earth’s shadow
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K-P cabinet approves Rs1.247b grant for Bajaur flood victims
Salary raised to Rs40,000 in K-P’s 38th cabinet meeting
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Nation celebrates Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) with religious fervour
Special prayers were offered after Fajr for unity of Muslim Ummah and country’s progress, prosperity
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LESCO, MEPCO privatisation on the cards
Privatisation Commission seeks details of distribution companies from Power Division
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Supreme Court establishes Overseas Litigants Facilitation Cell
Through OLFC, overseas Pakistanis can submit applications, complaints, and requests for early hearings
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Karachi again at risk of urban flooding as heavy rains forecast
Met Dept warns low-pressure over Madhya Pradesh may move to Rajasthan, reaching Sindh and adjoining areas soon
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US sends humanitarian relief to Pakistan’s flood-hit areas
US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker, Commander of US ARCENT formally handed over relief goods to Pakistan Army
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Usman Wazeer: A tale of knock-off titles and corruption in boxing
The 25-year-old's recent title is questionable as it is not declared by the world or regional boxing bodies
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Civil, military leaders honour martyrs on Defence Day
Day began with a 31-gun salute in Islamabad and 21-gun salutes in provincial capitals
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PTCL warns of nationwide internet disruptions due to submarine cable fault
Group spokesperson assured that its international partner organisations prioritising issue, working to resolve it
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Fabric, yarn excellence showcased in Shanghai
Firms secure strong response at Intertextile; TDAP-backed pavilion boosts textile footprint
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Govt targets $600m in seafood exports
Exporters seeking to forge partnerships with Chinese firms for tech transfer
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Gold hits Rs377,900 as global rally nears $3,600
Rupee marks 21st straight gain, closes at 281.65; SBP injects Rs266b, raises Rs654b
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SBP likely to keep policy rate unchanged
Status quo expected as crop losses threaten to raise food prices
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Food prices push yearly SPI to 35-week high
Tomatoes, wheat flour drive 5.07% YoY surge, lower-income households bear greater burden; weekly inflation rises 1.29%
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PSX smashes through 154,000
KSE-100 index soars 1,611 points to record high; NBP fuels bullish run
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PSX hits record high at 154,277 points amid economic optimism
100- Index gained 5,659 points on week on week basis
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Gold up at Rs377,900 per tola in Pakistan following global rally
Gold rose by $12 per ounce to $3,552 in the international bullion market
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Salaried class pays 21% more tax
Govt fails to broaden tax base as enforcement weakens and traders escape
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PPL strikes major oil, gas reserves in Attock
Second deepest discovery in Potwar region expected to boost local energy supply
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PSX extends winning streak, nears 152,670
Index marks fifth straight gain, led by fertiliser and tech sectors
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Report sought on subsidy for QR-based payments
Committee decides to provide Rs3.5b subsidy to promote cashless transactions
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Policy instability hits green funds
Report says sustainability lag puts Pakistan at risk of global trade exclusion
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Agri credit rises 16% to Rs2.57tr in FY25
Machinery imports jump 124% as govt boosts farm support
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'We've lost India, Russia to darkest China'
Trump rebrands DoD as 'Department of War'
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India to keep buying Russian oil despite US tariff pressure
US commerce chief Howard Lutnick urged India to support the dollar, restart trade talks, and halt Russian oil buys
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Trump to reinterpret arms treaty to boost US drone sales abroad
New treaty interpretation may allow sale of 100+ MQ-9 drones to Saudi Arabia, with Pacific and EU allies interested
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Putin warns western troops in Ukraine would be targeted by Moscow
Russia says it went to war to block NATO from admitting Ukraine and stationing forces there
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Hamas releases video of Israeli hostages held in Gaza
Hamas seized 251 hostages after a raid that Israel says killed 1,200, sparking the ongoing war
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Trump proposes renaming Defense Department as 'Department of War'
The title was last used in 1949 before the Pentagon adopted its current name
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UN weather body ties intensifying wildfires to global pollution rise
WMO says wildfires in Amazon, Canada, Siberia worsened pollution, raising global health risks
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US sanctions Palestinian groups for seeking Israel war crimes probe
Palestinian groups urged the ICC in Nov 2023 to probe Israeli airstrikes on Gaza’s civilian areas
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ICE arrests of non-criminals climb despite Trump pledge to target 'worst criminals'
NY governor condemns ICE raids detaining more than 40 people, including parents of schoolchildren
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Rain adds to misery of Afghan quake survivors
Taliban authorities have already admitted they cannot cope alone
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Downing Street confirms David Lammy as new deputy PM after Rayner exit
Pakistani-origin MP Shabana Mahmood was made the United Kingdom’s interior minister in a cabinet reshuffle on Friday
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Third quake hits southeastern Afghanistan after deadly tremors kill over 2,200
Over 6,700 homes destroyed in Afghan quakes; UN warns toll may rise as 84,000 affected and aid needs grow fast
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AJ Lee makes WWE return on SmackDown after a decade away
AJ Lee surprised fans with her long-awaited return to WWE during SmackDown.
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India and China rivalry to sizzle Asia Cup semis
The battle for Super 4s will include the second fixture between Korea and Malaysia
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Usman Wazeer: A Tale of knock-off titles and corruption in boxing
The 25-year-old's recent title is questionable as it is not declared by the world or regional boxing bodies
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Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa in T20 World Cup qualifiers
New Zealand legend Taylor is set to represent Samoa in the Asia–East Asia-Pacific T20 World Cup qualifiers in Oman
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Powerhouse Australia 'up for challenge' of defending Women's World Cup
Australia banks on experience and fresh talent to chase record eighth Women’s World Cup title
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England's Brook rejects talk of Ashes rest after South Africa ODI series loss
Brook dismisses rest talk, insists England must field strongest sides despite packed schedule
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Breetzke stars as South Africa edge England by five runs for ODI series win
Breetzke’s record-breaking fifth straight fifty-plus score powers South Africa past England in Lord’s thriller
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Australia and Argentina primed for battle of the fittest
The tournament begins on Saturday
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Savea-Kolisi clash one to savour, says All Blacks captain Barrett
Savea will earn his 100th cap at Eden Park on Saturday
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Sabalenka returns to US Open final as Anisimova sinks Osaka
World number one beats American opponent 4-6, 6-3, 6-4
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Japanese star Oda chasing career Slam at US Open
He is the face of a new generation redefining para-tennis
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Luis Suarez apologizes after Leagues Cup spitting incident
Inter Miami forward admits frustration led to ‘a reaction that shouldn’t have happened’
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Argentina's Independiente disqualified from Copa Sudamericana over stadium brawl
The Argentine side fined $250,000 and 14-match fan ban
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All squads announced for 2025 Men's Asia Cup
All eight teams have confirmed their squads for the 2025 Asia Cup in UAE
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Tuchel faces England questions as World Cup countdown begins
The Three Lions prepare for Andorra and Serbia